#36: 🏅 Overcoming Career Setbacks: Michaela Kirchgasser's Champion Story 🎿

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🎿🏆 Join us as we explore the inspiring story of Michaela Kirchgasser, a world champion skier who journeyed from the snowy slopes of a small Austrian village to the pinnacle of world championship skiing. Discover unique insights and grab your exclusive bonus at https://www.ronnyleber.com/gift, tailored for those aiming to conquer the heights of their ambitions. Ideal for future champions, determined achievers, or fans of extraordinary tales of tenacity and success, this episode offers an inside look at the making of a world champion! 🏆🎿 Time Codes: 00:00 🌄 Teaser, Intro, and meet Michaela Kirchgasser 🎙️ 02:33 ⏳ Reflecting on a Champion's Journey and First World Cup Race 🏁 07:15 🎿 Embracing Skiing as the Sole Career Path 🚀 11:41 ❤️ The Foundation of Success: Passion for What You Do 💫 14:12 🍃 Evolving Beyond Defining Self by Results 🌈 18:15 👥 The Influence of Peers on Your Path to Success 🌟 20:53 🧭 Embracing New Challenges with a Shifted Mindset 🛤️ 23:11 💬 Managing Inner Dialogues in Critical Moments 🤔 24:48 🧠 Seeking Guidance from a Trusted Mental Coach 💡 28:43 🤝 The Choice of Positivity in Thoughts and Communication 🗣️ 34:32 🧘 Harnessing the Power of Visualization ✨ 36:12 🥇 Visualizing Success: The Journey to a World Championship Medal 🏆 42:56 💔 Overcoming Career Obstacles Post-Olympics 🛠️ 47:47 🌟 Celebrating a World Cup Medal after Adversity 🏅 51:55 🔄 Navigating Career Transitions and Finding New Paths 🔍 55:43 🎤 Experiencing Both Sides of Interviews: Athlete and Interviewer 📻 57:09 📘 Sharing Championship Advice for Aspiring Talents 📢 57:30 📲 Connecting with Michaela Kirchgasser Online 🌍 58:06 🌟 Final Inspirational Insights from Michi 💖 🚀 Growing up in a quaint Austrian mountain village, Michaela started skiing at just 2 ½ years old, marking the beginning of a remarkable career. She rapidly rose to fame, making her World Cup debut at 16, and went on to clinch 7 world championship medals. But it's not just her victories that define her; it's her unwavering spirit to overcome challenges. 🏆 💪 In our engaging conversation, Michaela shares the pivotal moments of her career, reflecting on the early days of her first World Cup race, where the seeds of a champion were sown. We delve deep into her philosophy of 'no plan B,' underscoring the power of commitment and passion in achieving one's dreams. 🎙️ 🔥 Discover how Michaela defined herself beyond her results, a journey that many of us can relate to in our careers. We discuss the role of peer groups in shaping success and the strategies to adjust mindsets when venturing into new territories. 🌈 🧠 Mental toughness plays a huge role in any success story, and Michaela sheds light on handling inner dialogues during high-stakes moments and the importance of finding a trusted coach for mental guidance. 🧘 🌟 One of the most powerful tools in Michaela's arsenal? Positive communication and visualization. She reveals how these techniques helped her visualize World Championship medals and overcome setbacks, including the challenging times post-Vancouver Olympics and her triumphant World Cup medal in 2017. 🥇 🚀 Aspiring champions and go-getters, this episode is a goldmine of wisdom, inspiration, and practical advice. Join us as we explore the depths of a champion's mindset with Michaela Kirchgasser! 🏂 🔗 Connect & Explore More: For deeper insights, captivating stories, and a dose of inspiration, connect with World Champion Michaela Kirchgasser: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michikirchi Website: http://www.kirchi.com Your show host: Ronny Leber Website: https://www.ronnyleber.com/en/ Blog: https://www.ronnyleber.com/en/blog/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronnyleber Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ronnyleber LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronnyleber Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ronnylebershow