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Light the competitive fire within you to jump start or optimize your career with interviews and insight courtesy of host, Steve Mellor. Steve is a Performance Coach that has coached athletes to Olympic gold and executives to new career heights and is here to help you on your journey too.There is an optimal version of ourselves that might sometimes require a specific insight to spark the competitive fire within us to strive towards this version off ourselves. Guests range from Olympic and Super Bowl champions, to Fortune 500 executives and entrepreneurs, but the common theme across each episode is that of striving towards ones optimal self. This show will motivate you to make a career out of discovering the competitor within you so you can elevate your performance in ways you never have before.

Career Competitor Steve Mellor

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Light the competitive fire within you to jump start or optimize your career with interviews and insight courtesy of host, Steve Mellor. Steve is a Performance Coach that has coached athletes to Olympic gold and executives to new career heights and is here to help you on your journey too.There is an optimal version of ourselves that might sometimes require a specific insight to spark the competitive fire within us to strive towards this version off ourselves. Guests range from Olympic and Super Bowl champions, to Fortune 500 executives and entrepreneurs, but the common theme across each episode is that of striving towards ones optimal self. This show will motivate you to make a career out of discovering the competitor within you so you can elevate your performance in ways you never have before.

    Building Resilience for Career Success with Dr. Maria Helen-Pelletier

    Building Resilience for Career Success with Dr. Maria Helen-Pelletier

    Dr. Marie-Hélène Pelletier, a leadership expert, discusses the importance of resilience in career success and how to build it. She shares her journey into this work, starting with her experience in psychology and remote areas. Dr. Pelletier emphasizes the need for a strategic approach to resilience and highlights the importance of self-awareness and realistic perspective. She provides practical tips for increasing resilience, such as creating a daily self-awareness practice and incorporating resilience into strategic planning. Dr. Pelletier also addresses the concept of burnout and how to prevent it by understanding the individual and organizational factors involved.

    You can connect with Dr. Pelletier through her website at www.drmarie-helene.com

    Takeaways
    Resilience is not just a tool that you use within your career but it's an attribute for life.Discover the significance of integrating flexibility into the structure of your daily routines. Understand the importance of considering context when training your mindset.Sign up for the monthly newsletter with Steve and Career Competitor by providing your details here - Request to become part of our community
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    • 41 min
    Navigating Support Systems and Financial Planning with Ciara Stockeland

    Navigating Support Systems and Financial Planning with Ciara Stockeland

    Ciara Stockeland, a serial entrepreneur and author, shares her journey and expertise in cashflow management and financial success. She emphasizes the importance of setting goals, finishing what you start, and being intentional in decision-making. Ciara also discusses her experience as an Ironman athlete and how the same principles of commitment and finding the right support system apply to both business and personal endeavors. She offers guidance on managing finances, understanding key numbers in business, and planning for profitability. Ciara's mission is to help entrepreneurs achieve financial freedom and be good stewards of their resources.

     You can connect with Ciara through her website at www.ciarastockeland.com
    Takeaways
    Set goals and finish what you start to cultivate a competitive mindset.Be intentional in decision-making and plan with the end in mind.Find the right support system and coach who believes in your goals.Manage your finances by understanding key numbers in your business and planning for profitability.Be a good steward of your resources and strive for financial freedom.Tune in to the Career Competitor Podcast for valuable insights and inspiration!
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    • 38 min
    Insights on Time, Culture, and Optimism with McGee Moody

    Insights on Time, Culture, and Optimism with McGee Moody

    Steve Mellor sits down with special guest McGee Moody in this compelling episode of Career Competitor. Discover how McGee Moody sheds light on the significance of one's perspective towards time, offering valuable insights on how it can aid in slowing down and appreciating life's moments. Explore three key themes: Perspective on Time, Non-Negotiables in Culture, and the Power of Optimism.

    McGee Moody, a former NCAA college swimming coach with 25 years of experience, has coached at East Carolina University, the US Naval Academy, the College of William and Mary, and spent 15 years as head coach at the University of South Carolina. During his coaching career, he guided numerous SEC champions, NCAA All-Americans, and Olympians. After retiring from coaching in 2021, he transitioned into the financial field. You can connect with McGee through Instagram at @usccoachingdad.

    Show notes:
    Perspective on Time: McGee Moody discusses the importance of adopting a mindful perspective towards time, emphasizing how it can help individuals slow down and appreciate life's moments more fully.Non-Negotiables in Culture: explores the concept of non-negotiables within organizational culture, highlighting their role in attracting like-minded individuals who align with shared values and objectives.Power of Optimism: McGee shares insights into the transformative power of optimism, particularly in situations where desired outcomes may seem distant or challenging. He discusses strategies for incorporating optimism as a tool for maintaining resilience and navigating obstacles effectively.Tune in to the Career Competitor Podcast for valuable insights and inspiration!
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    • 42 min
    Unleashing Entrepreneurial Excellence with Steven Pivnik

    Unleashing Entrepreneurial Excellence with Steven Pivnik

    Steve Mellor sits down with special guest Steven Pivnik in this compelling episode of Career Competitor. Together, they explore a myriad of profound insights that can transform the way you approach your career and personal growth journey. Specifically, listeners can expect insights around the importance of Embracing Your Uniqueness, Value Is King, and Turning Unfinished Business into Fuel.

    Steven Pivnik is an international keynote speaker, bestselling author, business advisor, and serial entrepreneur specializing in the IT market. He grew his last company, Binary Tree, to over 200 employees across 12 countries before a successful exit to a $4 billion competitor, West Software. Today, as a trusted business advisor, our guest partners with leaders on how to achieve similar business success and perseverance in their own entrepreneurial journey. You can connect with Steven through Instagram at @stevenpivnik and through his website www.stevenpivnik.com. 

    SHOW NOTES

    -Embracing Your Uniqueness: Discover why knowing what sets you apart is key to finding your path in the business world.

    -Value Is King: Learn why delivering value never goes out of style—it's the cornerstone of lasting success.

    -Turning Unfinished Business into Fuel: Steven shares how to use setbacks as motivation to keep pushing forward.

    Whether you're navigating challenges in your career or seeking to unleash your full potential, this episode offers practical wisdom and actionable insights to propel you forward.

    Tune in to the Career Competitor Podcast to discover how to overcome fears, strengthen your purpose, and master the techniques essential for success.



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    • 38 min
    Let Fear be Your Fuel for Success - Deonte Holden

    Let Fear be Your Fuel for Success - Deonte Holden

    Steve Mellor sits down with special guest Deonte Holden in this compelling episode of  Career Competitor. Together, they explore a myriad of profound insights that can transform the way you approach your career and personal growth journey. Specifically, listeners can expect insights around the importance of Harnessing Fear to Propel Potential, Starting with Why and Strengthening It, and why Technique Trumps Strength in Success.

    Deonte Holden is the founder of Law of Athlete, a former NCAA student-athlete with NC State University where he played football, a public speaker, and an all-around investor in the potential of others. The key focus of his work with Law of Athlete is to provide services to student-athletes that include Athlete-Centric Content & Products, Educational Programming & Initiatives, Community Building & Engagement, and Brand Partnerships & Collaborations. You can connect with Deonte through Instagram at @honchoholden and @lawofathlete.

    Show Notes
    Harnessing Fear to Propel Potential: Holden delves into the intriguing concept of fear and its surprising ability to drive us toward our potential. He shares personal anecdotes and insights on how understanding and confronting our fears can be a catalyst for growth and achievement.
    Starting with Why and Strengthening It: Mellor and Holden discuss the importance of having a strong sense of purpose, or "why," in everything we do. They emphasize the continual effort required to clarify and fortify our reasons for pursuing our goals. Through engaging dialogue, listeners gain valuable strategies for nurturing and refining their own sense of purpose.
    Technique Trumps Strength in Success: In a thought-provoking exchange, Mellor and Holden dissect the age-old debate of technique versus strength in the pursuit of success. Drawing from personal experiences and observations, they demonstrate how mastering technique often proves more effective than relying solely on raw strength or talent.
    Whether you're navigating challenges in your career or seeking to unleash your full potential, this episode offers practical wisdom and actionable insights to propel you forward. Tune in to the Career Competitor Podcast to discover how to overcome fears, strengthen your purpose, and master the techniques essential for success.
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    • 34 min
    What Coaching is All About - COACHES CORNER

    What Coaching is All About - COACHES CORNER

    Welcome to a bite-size episode of Career Competitor as Steve presents a 7-minute insight for listeners around the art of coaching and why it needs to be defined clearly.

    Through both storytelling and educating, host Steve Mellor provides you with the impactful insight you need to either elevate your coaching skills or look at the art of coaching through a renewed lens.

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    • 8 min

Customer Reviews

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58 Ratings

58 Ratings

SeanTheSwan6 ,

Great coach to coach conversation on Strategic Resilience!

On behalf of recent podcast guest, Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier,

“Very dynamic and insightful host with a keen eye for practical applications. Loved our conversation on how strategic resilience is key to protect us from burnout and optimize our contributions, both professionally and personally.”

KidwellJ86 ,

Great host

Steve asks thoughtful questions and build applicable actions

caitlin dos ramos ,

Actionable Advice for Anyone!

Such interesting conversations with athletes who have made the transition to the business industry. There is actionable advice in every episode for everyone, not just athletes!

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