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Psyched Up: How the Science of Mental Preparation Can Help You Succeed
Daniel McGinn
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Description for Psyched Up: How the Science of Mental Preparation Can Help You Succeed
Paperback. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: KJMD; VSC; VSPM. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 153. .
What's the difference between succeeding and failing in life's big moments? In Psyched Up, acclaimed journalist Daniel McGinn explains why mental preparation is the key to mastering any challenge. Examining the latest scientific research into the smartest ways to deal with a flood of adrenaline, increase focus, minimize negative thoughts, and optimize emotions, Psyched Up teaches you what do in the last few minutes before a major event. Drawing on interviews with high-performing professionals such as retired General Stanley McChrystal, NASCAR champion driver Jimmie Johnson and legendary tennis coach Nick Bollettieri, McGinn illustrates how to develop a personal psyching up routine and reveals why introverts and extroverts might employ different methods.
Product Details
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
Weight
28g
Number of Pages
272
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780241310526
SKU
V9780241310526
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-2
About Daniel McGinn
DANIEL McGINN is a senior editor at Harvard Business Review where he edits the IdeaWatch and How I Did It sections. He is the host of Dear HBR, an advice podcast for workplace dilemmas and the author of two books.
Reviews for Psyched Up: How the Science of Mental Preparation Can Help You Succeed
Daniel McGinn's Psyched Up offers that perfect combination of informative, applicable advice and page-turningly good entertainment'
Keith Ferrazzi
author of Who's Got Your Back and Never Eat Alone
Psyched Up offers compelling, entertaining and well-researched advice on how to prepare for stressful situations
Tony Hsieh
CEO of Zappos.com and author of Delivering Happiness
A wonderful pleasure to read, Psyched Up is an expertly crafted investigation into the vibrating heart of peak performance
Po Bronson
author of Top Dog and Nurtureshock
Psyched Up provides a wonderful overview of the science and practicalities of how to perform well when it matters most
Gretchen Reynolds
New York Times fitness columnist and author of The First 20 Minutes
This book is a gift for entrepreneurs or anyone else who pitches ideas for a living
Brad Feld
venture capitalist and co-founder of Techstars
I can't think of another book that's as helpful as this, whether you're shooting a free throw, taking a big test, giving a toast or on one knee proposing. Read Psyched Up before your next big moment
Matt Mullenweg
creator of WordPress and CEO of Automatic
Psyched Up is an essential user's guide for ensuring you'll be your best when you take centre stage
Katie Couric
journalist and author of The Best Advice I Ever Got: Lessons from Extraordinary Lives
McGinn's strategies can create a winning pre-game routine for anyone
Arianna Huffington
co-founder of Huffington Post
A fascinating read
Charles Duhigg
author of The Power of Habit
Keith Ferrazzi
author of Who's Got Your Back and Never Eat Alone
Psyched Up offers compelling, entertaining and well-researched advice on how to prepare for stressful situations
Tony Hsieh
CEO of Zappos.com and author of Delivering Happiness
A wonderful pleasure to read, Psyched Up is an expertly crafted investigation into the vibrating heart of peak performance
Po Bronson
author of Top Dog and Nurtureshock
Psyched Up provides a wonderful overview of the science and practicalities of how to perform well when it matters most
Gretchen Reynolds
New York Times fitness columnist and author of The First 20 Minutes
This book is a gift for entrepreneurs or anyone else who pitches ideas for a living
Brad Feld
venture capitalist and co-founder of Techstars
I can't think of another book that's as helpful as this, whether you're shooting a free throw, taking a big test, giving a toast or on one knee proposing. Read Psyched Up before your next big moment
Matt Mullenweg
creator of WordPress and CEO of Automatic
Psyched Up is an essential user's guide for ensuring you'll be your best when you take centre stage
Katie Couric
journalist and author of The Best Advice I Ever Got: Lessons from Extraordinary Lives
McGinn's strategies can create a winning pre-game routine for anyone
Arianna Huffington
co-founder of Huffington Post
A fascinating read
Charles Duhigg
author of The Power of Habit