166. Why Relying on Talent Alone Will Fail You

Think Fast Talk Smart: Communication Techniques

Think Fast Talk Smart

Communicating, Influence, Career Skills, Career, Business, Education, Leadership, Careers, Communication, Career Growth, Public Speaking, Language Learning, Improv

4.7 • 711 Ratings

🗓️ 29 October 2024

⏱️ 20 minutes

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Summary

Why practice is the key to success.

If there’s anyone who knows about performing under pressure, it’s former NFL quarterback Andrew Luck. Whether playing in front of thousands or presenting to ten, his key to success is practice.

"There's a romantic notion that you rise to the occasion," says Luck, a Stanford graduate and four-time Pro Bowl selection. "But I think you settle to the level of your training. We practiced those high-pressure situations all the time.” From calling critical game-winning plays to navigating communication off the field, our performance in high-stakes situations, Luck maintains, is determined by our level of preparation.

In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Luck and host Matt Abrahams explore how deliberate practice can help us hone our performance across all domains of our lives. From managing high-pressure situations to building psychological safety in homes and workplaces, Luck shares insights gained from both sides of the field — as a player and now as a coach.

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction
(02:12) - Communication in High-Stress Situations
(04:22) - Staying Calm Under Pressure
(06:52) - Earning Leadership Through Respect
(08:15) - Overcoming Conflict Aversion
(09:22) - Decision to Retire from the NFL
(11:29) - Returning to Education
(13:07) - Life Lessons Through Coaching
(15:28) - The Final Three Questions
(18:36) - Conclusion

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0:00.0	Hi, Matt here. You've invested in your education to grow, advance, and unlock new career opportunities.
0:07.0	But here's the challenge. How do you position yourself to stand out in a competitive job market?
0:13.0	It's not just about what you know. It's about how much you communicate your value, build strategic relationships, and take decisive action.
0:21.7	That's where today's sponsor, Strawberry.me, career coaching, comes in.
0:26.2	They match students and professionals with certified career coaches who will help you refine
0:31.1	your personal brand to confidently articulate your skills and experiences,
0:35.3	to develop a results-driven strategy and stay accountable so you
0:39.8	follow through on networking, applications, and negotiations. Because knowing what to do is one thing.
0:46.4	Having a coach to push you forward, that's how you create real momentum in progress.
0:51.9	Visit strawberry.m.m.m. TFTS and claim your $50 credit. That's strawberry.
0:59.0	dot me slash TFTS. The game of life and the game of business can be quite challenging and difficult at
1:08.6	times, but with clear intent, strong relationships, and a fair amount of practice, we can be successful.
1:16.9	My name is Matt Abrahams, and I teach Strategic Communication at Stanford Graduate School
1:21.7	of Business.
1:22.9	Welcome to Think Fast, Talk smart, the podcast.
1:31.1	Today I'm really excited to speak with Andrew Luck.
1:36.6	Andrew is a former NFL quarterback known for his exceptional leadership and strategic thinking on the field.
1:37.9	Andrew is also a Stanford graduate with an undergraduate degree in architectural design
1:42.2	and recently a master's degree in education. As
1:46.3	quarterback for Stanford, Andrew led his team to multiple victories, and he continued this
1:50.8	trend while playing professionally for the Indianapolis Cults, where he earned four Pro Bowl selections
1:55.7	and the 2018 NFL comeback player of the year award. Andrew, thank you for joining us. It is a true pleasure
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