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Game Changer: Mastering the Mental Edge in the MLB and Business - Ft. Geoff Miller

The Power of Mental Coaching

In this insightful episode of 'Kelly Minds Her Manors,' host Kelly Robinson engages with Geoff Miller, a trailblazer in sports psychology within Major League Baseball. The conversation covers Geoff's pioneering journey, from proposing mental skills coaching to MLB teams to his impactful career with the Pittsburgh Pirates and Philadelphia Phillies. Geoff shares personal stories, including overcoming setbacks, the importance of authenticity, and influential figures like Dennis Rogers and Jim Colborne. He discusses his mental coaching firm Dots Miller, approaches like the 'hold the ball' technique, and applying sports psychology principles to corporate settings. The episode explores broader mental health issues, the pandemic's impact, and supporting retired athletes in finding new purpose. Lastly, Geoff's empathetic coaching philosophy, challenges, and innovative methods offer listeners valuable lessons in resilience, persistence, and leveraging mental strength.

Show Notes and Time Stamps

00:00 Welcome to Kelly Minds Her Manors

00:26 Introducing Geoff Miller: MLB's Mental Skills Pioneer

02:40 Geoff's Early Influences and Passion for Baseball

06:58 Challenges and Lessons in Corporate Coaching

08:24 The Job Paradox and Overcoming Self-Doubt

11:01 The John Smoltz Story: A Career-Defining Moment

13:56 Persistence Pays Off: Breaking into MLB

20:55 The Turning Point: Meeting Brian Graham

29:42 From Winning Minds to Dots Miller: A New Chapter

35:35 Choosing a Business Name: The Story Behind Dots Miller

36:45 Incorporating Sports into Corporate Coaching

38:05 The Power of Holding the Ball: A Lesson in Patience

43:31 Writing Intangibles: Inspiration and Process

49:31 Applying Baseball's Mental Game to Life and Business

56:13 The Role of Technology in Mental Coaching

59:34 Helping Retired Athletes Find Purpose

01:03:09 Fearless Five Questions: Insights and Reflections

01:08:20 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Closing

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Connect with Geoff Miller:

Dots Miller, LLC

https://www.dotsmiller.com

Twitter

https://twitter.com/WinningMindGEM

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/dotsmillerllc/

Linkedin

https://www.linkedin.com/in/geoff-miller-cmpc-9a646/

Intangibles book

https://www.bytelevelbooks.com/books/intangibles.html

Optimize Mind Performance app

https://optimizemindperformance.com

Connect with Kelly:
@KellyMindsHerManors @kellyrobinsonnewyork
www.kellymindshermanors.com www.oneglobaladvisory.com

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