#044: Talent, Opportunities, & Effort

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#044: Talent, Opportunities, & Effort

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29 minutes

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Sep 11, 2018

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We're talking about whether Katrin, Fraser, & Tia are more talented than other athletes, the value of deliberate practice, & why I think it's important to first define what you would consider a success.

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Sep 11, 2018

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Chasing Excellence is a show dedicated to dissecting what it means to live a life of excellence, both inside the gym & out. On each episode, we'll deep dive on various aspects of being an athlete & maximizing your potential.

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#044: Talent, Opportunities, & Effort

#044: Talent, Opportunities, & Effort

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