Today, Stephen and Oliver discuss overcoming procrastination and the fear of failure by encouraging you to "just jump" into action rather than overthinking the outcomes.

This doesn't mean being irresponsible!

As you'll hear, they stress the importance of preparation, realistic risk assessment, and adaptability, using sports analogies to highlight growth through practice.

Confidence, support from mentors, and learning from mistakes are key themes in today's episode, hopefully inspiring you to avoid regret by taking calculated risks, starting now, and simply adjusting along the way.

Remember, progress comes from taking action, not striving for perfection.

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Today, Steven and Oliver explore the importance of taking personal responsibility for one’s growth, mindset, and actions.

The duo discusses setting short-term goals, making incremental progress, consistent actions over time, and avoiding blame—whether at work or in life.

Oliver highlights the value of authenticity, challenging common excuses like job security, and encourages listeners to reflect on what they can do differently.

Responsibility isn’t just for leaders, it's for everyone.

Books mentioned in this episode include "Atomic Habits" and "The Slight Edge".

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https://www.hillcoachingcompany.co.uk/the-sos-show

Today, Stephen and Oliver discuss the importance of understanding and playing to individual strengths, inspired by Stephen’s daughter joining a football team.

Together, they explore how leaders and managers can create supportive environments in sports and business, using tools like CliftonStrengths, to identify talents.

The conversation highlights the need for more engaging and respectful interviews that allow candidates to show their true selves; conversations that foster positive, inclusive workplaces, which lead to better performance, engagement, and success for everyone involved.

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https://www.hillcoachingcompany.co.uk/the-sos-show