EDGE 2025 - Colin O'Brady: Pushing Past the Impossible
Leadership
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4m 23s
After suffering a near-fatal accident, Colin O’Brady not only had to learn to walk again but began an effort to take on some of the most grueling physical feats across the globe. From crossing Antarctica solo to summiting the world’s tallest peaks, the 11-time world record holder channeled a mindset of determination and resilience to prove there’s no limit to what we can achieve.
Key Takeaways:
- See Challenges as Opportunities: Colin O’Brady encourages leaders to embrace challenges and setbacks as opportunities for growth and achieving extraordinary goals.
- Adopt an Identity Mindset: Claim an identity and work to improve rather than focus on what you're not. He calls this the “Be Your Not” Principle.
- Small Steps Get You There: Pursue goals through small, consistent steps and perseverance, even in the face of failures and obstacles.
- Align Your Team and Vision: Surround yourself with a supportive team and shared vision to help you thrive and achieve more than you thought possible.
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