Mindset Tricks & Extreme Tactics: How Vince Poscente Became an Olympian in 4 Years

Mindset Tricks & Extreme Tactics: How Vince Poscente Became an Olympian in 4 Years

Author: Jim Harshaw, Jr. July 8, 2024 Duration: 36:53

#464 Mindset Tricks & Extreme Tactics: How Vince Poscente Became an Olympian in 4 Years

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Vince Poscente’s Olympic secret? A pink rubber suit and a car roof. You’ve got to hear this!

Ever wonder how someone goes from hitting the slopes for fun to competing in the Olympics in just four years? 

This is Vince Poscente’s story and he spills all this and more in this episode of “Success for the Athletic-Minded Man” podcast.

Vince is an Olympian and a New York Times bestselling author of eight books, which include “The Earthquake” and “The Age of Speed.”  He is an in-demand, corporate presenter and Hall of Fame Speaker in both Canada and the USA. Vince has also led expeditions to the summit and named Himalayan mountains after everyday heroes. 

In this interview, Vince shares the truth about the discomfort and determination it takes to go from zero to Olympic hero. His journey isn’t just about skiing fast— it’s about doing what the competition isn’t willing to do. Imagine strapping yourself to the roof of a car to perfect your aerodynamics. Yep, Vince did that.

But this episode isn’t just about skiing; it's a masterclass in mindset, resilience, and the power of unconventional thinking. Vince’s strategy of using visualization and biofeedback, along with his mantra of “doing what others won’t,” is something you can apply to any goal— big or small.

Whether you're aiming for a personal best or a new career high, this episode will inspire you to push past your limits and embrace the extraordinary. Don't miss it!

If you don’t have time to listen to the entire episode or if you hear something that you like but don’t have time to write it down, be sure to grab your free copy of the Action Plan from this episode— as well as get access to action plans from EVERY episode— at http://www.JimHarshawJr.com/Action.  

 


There's a particular drive that comes from a background in sports, a mindset forged in competition and discipline that doesn't just switch off when you leave the field. Success for the Athletic-Minded Man taps directly into that energy, translating the core principles of athletic performance into tools for everyday life. Host Jim Harshaw, Jr. understands that the same clarity needed to execute a game plan, the focus required in a critical moment, and the consistency of daily practice are the exact traits that define winning in business, relationships, and personal health. This isn't about finding more hours in the day; it's about applying a strategic, trained approach to all of it. Each episode feels like a conversation with a coach who's been in your shoes, addressing the real tension between ambitious career goals, being a present father and partner, and maintaining physical fitness without letting any single priority suffer. You'll hear practical discussions on management, self-improvement, and the mental frameworks that help you stop shortchanging the areas that matter most. The podcast moves beyond theory, offering actionable insights for men who aim to build a life of sustained achievement, where success is measured across the board, not just on a scoreboard.
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