What makes a champion? With Hannah Cockroft OBE and Nile Wilson

What makes a champion? With Hannah Cockroft OBE and Nile Wilson

Author: Deloitte UK May 7, 2024 Duration: 41:05

Medals. Cheering. Split seconds. Finish lines.

Every four years, Olympians and Paralympians come together from around the world and compete on the biggest stage.  

That stage is also the last stage. A moment in time. A day when all eyes are on you.  

What we don't often see is what it took to get there. The hard work. The training. The setbacks. Those who helped.  

And of course, the wider movement it inspires. Because it's one thing to be a champion. And another thing to champion something.  

So, what can we learn from those who have been there and done it? And what can we take away from it into our everyday lives and work?

To find out, we invited not one, but two champions into The Green Room for this special episode:  Hannah Cockroft OBE, seven-time gold medallist at the Paralympic Games, and Nile Wilson, five-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist and Olympic Games bronze medal-winning gymnast.

Tune in to find out:

  • Why a champion is more than crossing the line first
  • The hard work that goes on behind the scenes for the Olympic and Paralympic Games
  • The resilience it takes to compete on a global stage
  • How champions can inspire others and start a movement

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Guests: Hannah Cockroft OBE, seven-time gold medallist at the Paralympic Games, and Nile Wilson, five-time Commonwealth Games gold medallist and Olympic Games bronze medal-winning gymnast.

Hosts: Lizzie Elston and Ethan Worth

Original music: Ali Barrett


In The Green Room: Questions That Matter Most In Business, conversations move beyond surface-level trends to examine the underlying forces reshaping the commercial landscape. Hosted by Deloitte UK, this award-winning podcast creates a space where complex, pressing questions are met with clarity and depth. Every discussion is built around a single, significant inquiry, bringing in leading voices from across various sectors to unpack it. What you'll hear is not just commentary, but substantive strategic analysis and expert insights designed for leaders and professionals who need to understand the 'why' and the 'how'. The dialogue consistently returns to critical, interconnected areas like digital transformation, the practical implications of AI and technology, evolving leadership models, and the realities of the future of work. It also delves into core business strategy, the pathways to genuine innovation, and the urgent demands of sustainability and climate action. This podcast functions as a dedicated forum for thought leadership, where each episode provides a focused lens on the topics that define success and responsibility in modern business. The aim is to equip listeners with perspectives that are both broad and deeply relevant, turning abstract concepts into actionable understanding. It’s a resource for anyone looking to engage with the substantive ideas that are currently challenging and changing organizations worldwide.
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