One skill that separates champions from everyone else? How quickly...

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One skill that separates champions from everyone else?

How quickly they can reset.
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It’s called the 𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐓-ππ‹π€π˜ πŒπ„ππ“π€π‹πˆπ“π˜.
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Here’s how 4 GOATs coach it, use it, and rely on it in high-pressure moments:🧡
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1: Reinforce where to focus
Nick Saban said, "If what you're doing is not going to help them play better...then you're not a very good coach."

You want people to learn from what just happened so they can get play the next play better.

Focus on growth and improvement.
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2: Fully Commit to the Present
Roger Federer said, β€œWhen you’re playing a point, it has to be the most important thing in the world. But when it’s behind, it’s behind you."

"This frees you to fully commit to the next point.”

Accept what's happened and commit to the present.
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3: COMMUNICATION
Coach K said, "The best way to get to the next play is talk."

"You have to talk all of the time and be in the moment."

Be in the moment and communicate consistently.

Communicate with yourself and your team to improve your awareness.
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4: Respond Don't React
Billy Donovan said, "Mistakes are going to happen...But it's how you collectively respond to overcome what's in front of you."

"You’re letting the team down when it parlays into 4-5 possessions."

Choose to reset quickly and focus on what you can control.
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You can’t control what just happened - but you own what happens next.
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