Perform by Alex Auerbach

About Perform by Alex Auerbach

The science-backed principles and practices that facilitate health and high performance. perform.substack.com (https://perform.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast)

Publisher

Alex Auerbach

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

3 May 2023

Latest episode

13 Dec 2023

Latest episodes

9 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Dec 2023

   Perform Podcast: Mastering Change with Brad Stulberg

   This episode features peak performance expert Brad Stulberg. Inside, we cover why you shouldn’t focus on pursuing your purpose, the value of values, and how to stay firm and flexible in pursuit of your goals. Brad Stulberg researches, writes, and coaches on health, well-being, and sustainable excellence. He is the bestselling author of The Practice of Groundedness and co-author of Peak Performance. Stulberg regularly contributes to the New York Times, and his work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, The New Yorker, Sports Illustrated, Outside Magazine, Forbes, and other outlets. He also serves as the co-host of The Growth Equation podcast and is on faculty at the University of Michigan’s Graduate School of Public Health. In his coaching practice, he works with executives, entrepreneurs, physicians, and athletes on their mental skills and overall well-being. He lives in Asheville, North Carolina. You can find each of Brad’s book on his website (https://www.bradstulberg.com/). And, if you want a copy of Master of Change, you can order that here (https://bookshop.org/p/books/master-of-change-the-case-for-rugged-flexibility-to-attain-success-and-fulfillment-amidst-life-s-chaos-brad-stulberg/19568892?ean=9780063253162): Finally, Brad’s awesome newsletter with my former guest, Steve Magness, can be found here (https://thegrowtheq.com/). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit perform.substack.com (https://perform.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

2. 

   25 Aug 2023

   Perform Podcast #7: Shift Your Mind with Mental Performance Coach Brian Levenson

   Brian Levenson is the founder of Strong Skills, which provides executive coaching and mental performance coaching, speaking, and consulting to elite organizations, performers, and leaders. He has been fortunate to work with CEOs, professional athletes, and with teams in the NBA, NHL, and MLS, Division 1 athletic departments, the Federal Reserve, the Department of Homeland Security, Hilton, Young Presidents Organization (YPO), and many other organizations. The core of Brian's work is his Accelerator (https://www.strongskills.co/for-individuals) program, which helps 30 diverse executives improve their leadership and mindset. He also has a weekly podcast, Intentional Performers (https://www.strongskills.co/podcast), where he has interviewed over 340 elite high performers. His book, Shift Your Mind (https://www.strongskills.co/book), was released in October 2020 and in 2023 he released a 152-page free workbook with tools, exercises, and activities to help people and organizations thrive. Brian currently lives in Bethesda, MD, with his wife and two kids. Specialties: Shift Your Mind, Framework, Focused Habits, Resilience, Positive Psychology, Teamwork, Leadership, Mental Performance Education: BA, Syracuse University (Major in Sociology, Minor in African American Studies). MA, John F. Kennedy University in Sport Psychology Certifications: Leadership Coaching Certificate at Georgetown University Institute for Transformational Leadership, PCC Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation (ICF), Hogan Leadership Assessment, Leadership Circle 360 Assessment Philanthropy: Board Member at PeacePlayers International, National Young Leadership Cabinet at Jewish Federation of North America, Supporter of DC Scores, Children Deserve a Chance, DC Soul and others. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit perform.substack.com (https://perform.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

3. 

   18 Aug 2023

   Perform Podcast Episode #6: Teaching People to Value Effort with Dr. Michael Inzlicht

   Michael Inzlicht is a Research Excellence Faculty Scholar at the University of Toronto. His primary appointment is as Professor in the Department of Psychology, but he is also cross-appointed as Professor in the Department of Marketing at the Rotman School of Management. Michael conducts research that sits at the boundaries of social psychology, cognitive science, and neuroscience. Although he has published papers on numerous topics, his current research interests concern work and play. His research on work or effort is mostly on the topics of self-control and motivation, but also includes research on the mentally demanding nature of empathy and compassion. His work on play or leisure is a relatively new direction for Michael and includes research on social media, puzzles (e.g., crosswords, Sudoku), and recreational drug use. Michael completed his B.Sc. in Anatomical Sciences at McGill University in 1994, his Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology at Brown University in 2001, and his postdoctoral fellowship in Applied Psychology at New York University in 2004. He has published more than 150 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters (http://michaelinzlicht.com/publications/articles-chapters)and edited two books (http://michaelinzlicht.com/book/stereotype-threat/). His work has been featured in media outlets (http://michaelinzlicht.com/news-stream) around the world, including The New York Times, The Globe and Mail, BBC News, TIME, The Daily Telegraph, and the CBC, among many others. His research and teaching have been recognized with the Wegner Theoretical Innovation Prize, the SPSSI Louise Kidder Early Career Award, the Ontario government's Early Researcher Award, the ISCON Best Social Cognition Paper Award, the Principal's Research Award (University of Toronto Scarborough), and the UofT Scarborough Professor of the Year Award. Michael is a first-generation college student. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit perform.substack.com (https://perform.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

4. 

   11 Aug 2023

   Perform Podcast #5: Effective Teaching, the Kipp Way, with Marc Manella

   Marc Manella is the President of Mannella Consulting Services, specializing in leadership coaching, and optimizing learning environments in schools, non-profits, and sport. Prior to his work consulting, Mannella had a 20-year career in education; first as a science teacher, then as founder and Principal of KIPP Philadelphia Charter School, a college preparatory middle school in North Philadelphia. After five years at KIPP as principal, he led KIPP Philadelphia’s expansion to a five-school network serving nearly 2000 students in grades K-12, overseeing all aspects of school and network operations as KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools’ CEO. He holds a B.A. in Psychology and Biology from the University of Rochester, and an M.Ed. in Education Leadership from National Louis University. Find out more about Marc here (https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-mannella-b86b7831/). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit perform.substack.com (https://perform.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

5. 

   4 Aug 2023

   Perform Podcast #4: Creating High Performance Environments with Dr. Kristoffer Henriksen

   Spotify link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/perform-alex-auerbach/episodes/Perform-Podcast-4-Creating-High-Performance-Environments-with-Dr--Kristoffer-Henriksen-e27n This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit perform.substack.com (https://perform.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

6. 

   15 Jul 2023

   Perform Podcast #3: Owen Eastwood

   Over the past decade, Owen Eastwood has worked with some of the most elite teams and groups in the world, including Gareth Southgate's England Football team, the Command Group of NATO, the South African Cricket Team, corporate leadership teams, elite ballet and the British Olympic team. In this episode, we talk about the importance of the environment for peak performance, the mental health crisis we’re navigating, and why connection matters for us to be our best when it matters most. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit perform.substack.com (https://perform.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

7. 

   15 Jun 2023

   Perform Podcast #2: Steve Magness

   In this episode, I'm joined by Steve Magness. Steve Magness is a world-renowned expert on performance. He is the author of the new book Do Hard Things: Why We Get Resilience Wrong and The Surprising Science of Real Toughness (https://www.amazon.com/Hard-Things-Resilience-Surprising-Toughness/dp/006309861X?&linkCode=sl1&tag=onanofthtr-20&linkId=92d0ba05f73ce7020356356e2c7a983f&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl). He is the coauthor of Peak Performance. The Passion Paradox, and the author of The Science of Running. Collectively his books have sold more than half a million copies in print, ebook, and audio formats. Magness has served as an executive coach to individuals in a variety of sectors. His work serves on applying the principles of which he writes. In addition he's served as consultant on mental skills development for professional sports teams. His writing has appeared in Outside, Runner’s World, Forbes, Sports Illustrated, Men's Health, and a variety of other outlets. In addition, Steve's expertise on elite sport and performance has been featured in The New Yorker, Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Guardian, Business Insider, and ESPN The Magazine. Steve received his undergraduate degree from the University of Houston and a graduate degree from George Mason University. He currently lives in Houston, Tx with his wife Hillary. Once upon a time, he ran a mile in 4:01 in high school, at the time the 6th fastest high school mile in US history. * If you are new to his work, start by checking out his books (http://www.stevemagness.com/books/) or weekly newsletter at The Growth Equation (https://thegrowtheq.com/articles/). * If you are interested in one-on-one performance coaching (http://www.stevemagness.com/coaching/) or having him speak at your organization (http://www.stevemagness.com/speaking/), please contact him using this form (http://www.stevemagness.com/contact/). * For regular tips on how to improve your health, wellbeing, and performance follow him on Twitter (https://www.twitter.com/stevemagness) and Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/stevemagness) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit perform.substack.com (https://perform.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

8. 

   13 May 2023

   Perform Podcast: Developing Your Culture with JP Nerbun

   JP is a mentor, writer, coach, and sports consultant. He's coached for over 12 years in Ireland, Lithuania, Tennessee, and Pennsylvania. During his time in Ireland, I coached over 30 teams in five years. His book, The Culture System, can be found everywhere books are sold. The Culture System: https://www.amazon.com/Culture-System-Process-Creating-Extraordinary/dp/B0B2TVLVS2 (https://www.amazon.com/Culture-System-Process-Creating-Extraordinary/dp/B0B2TVLVS2) Learn more about JP's work: https://www.tocculture.com/ (https://www.tocculture.com/) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit perform.substack.com (https://perform.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

9. 

   3 May 2023

   Perform by Alex Auerbach (Trailer)

   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit perform.substack.com (https://perform.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1)

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