The High Performance Podcast Building the world's most successful rugby team with All Blacks legend Steve Hansen (E214)
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Sep 11, 2023 Steve Hansen, the legendary New Zealand rugby coach who led the All Blacks to victory in the 2015 Rugby World Cup, shares his insights on high performance and leadership. He discusses the importance of team culture, mental focus, and learning from failures. Hansen reveals five critical questions he asks himself and his team to redefine success and navigate pressure. He also opens up about managing his competitive alter-ego while fostering trust, simplicity, and self-awareness to create a blueprint for success in any field.
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Learning from Failure
- The All Blacks learned from their World Cup failures by acknowledging their choking history.
- They planned for unexpected events and focused on mental skills.
Plan for Negatives
- Prepare for negative outcomes and unexpected events, especially with the "what ifs".
- This proactive approach helps maintain focus and avoid complacency, especially with generation Z's positivity bias.
2019 World Cup Reflection
- Steve Hansen reflects on the 2019 World Cup semi-final loss, recognizing he might have been too positive.
- He acknowledges his "alter ego" Stanley, driven by pride and ego.