{"podcast":{"title":"Hunters and Unicorns","slug":"hunters-and-unicorns-1378689","podcast_index_feed_id":1378689,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/huntersandunicorns/feed.xml","website_url":"https://huntersandunicorns.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9005185/hu_podbean_logo_1600bfjow.png","author":"huntersandunicorns","episode_count":100,"summary":"Introducing ’Hunters and Unicorns’ – Your Gateway to Tech Leadership Insights! Are you hungry for the inside scoop on what it takes to lead in the dynamic world of technology? Look no further than our celebrated interview series, ’Hunters and Unicorns’! Join us as we dive deep into the journeys of the trailblazers who are shaping the future of the tech landscape. 🎙️ Unveil the Playbooks of Tech Titans! 🚀 Revealing strategies of tech leaders driving growth. 🔍 Dive into pivotal past experiences. 🌐 1M+ global downloads – a community of tech enthusiasts. 🎯 Insights from thought leaders, entrepreneurs, execs. 🔥 Ignite innovation, leadership, extraordinary achievements. 🦄🎉 Subscribe for transformative tech insights!","last_synced_at":"2026-06-18T00:17:43.678058+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hunters-and-unicorns-1378689"},"episode":{"title":"How to Win Under Pressure: A High-Performance Playbook with Amber Selking","slug":"how-to-win-under-pressure-a-high-performance-playbook-with-amber-selking","published_at":"2025-09-17T09:36:28+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hunters-and-unicorns-1378689/how-to-win-under-pressure-a-high-performance-playbook-with-amber-selking","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hunters-and-unicorns-1378689","url":"https://huntersandunicorns.podbean.com/e/how-to-win-under-pressure-a-high-performance-playbook-with-amber-selking/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/797cfbakm8rsgxhc/Hunters_ECE_Amber_audio.mp3","summary":"In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Amber Selking, a high-performance coach with a Ph.D. in Applied Sports Psychology. Dr. Selking works with elite athletes, executives, and organizations to help them achieve their best. She's the mental performance coach for LSU football and the Chief Culture Officer at Lipper, a global manufacturing company. Amber unpacks the science behind high performance, explaining how thoughts, emotions, and mindset directly impact physical and professional success. We dive into practical strategies like mental rehearsal, self-talk, and reframing failure, offering actionable advice for anyone in a high-pressure environment. 🏹 Key Topics Covered 00:00 - Intro &amp; background 03:00 - The core science of human high performance 08:00 - The impact of mental rehearsal on the brain 12:30 - Mental performance for high-pressure professionals 16:30 - Understanding the power of self-talk 22:30 - How to apply self-talk and mental drills 28:00 - The power of breathwork in high-stress situations 35:00 - A new perspective on setbacks and failure 43:30 - The importance of mindset in leadership 49:30 - The difference between positive and productive thinking 51:30 - Building a championship mindset 💥 3 Biggest Lessons: Thoughts Are Electrical Signals: Our thoughts are not just ephemeral ideas; they are real electrical signals that influence our emotions, physical state, and ultimately, our performance. To perform at a high level, you must take control of your self-talk and choose productive thoughts over unproductive ones. Mindsets Are Bicep Curls for the Brain: Just as repeated exercises build muscle, repeated thoughts build mindsets. These mindsets act like filters on your brain, shaping how you perceive and respond to challenges. By intentionally practicing…","meta_description":"In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Amber Selking, a high-performance coach with a Ph.D. in Applied Sports Psychology. Dr. Selking works with elite athl…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3118,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/hunters-and-unicorns-1378689/episodes/how-to-win-under-pressure-a-high-performance-playbook-with-amber-selking/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/hunters-and-unicorns-1378689/how-to-win-under-pressure-a-high-performance-playbook-with-amber-selking.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}