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The Growth Project

Our group is traditionally trained in sport and performance psychology, and in the spirit of what we do, the purpose of our podcast is to make a positive impact on your life and challenge you to think differently on topics related to growth. Through conversations with coaches, athletes, executives, and leaders of industry, we will explore and highlight the mindset and skillset required for lasting growth. Ultimately, we exist to provide you with the tools to become the best version of you. At

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Episode 402: Rewrite Your Story

The Growth Project ·

2026/10/07

What if the story you tell yourself about your life is shaping who you become? In this episode, Dr. Gabby Caviedes and Anthony Alibro explore narrative identity and how the meaning we assign to our experiences can influence our mindset, confidence, relationships, and career. They unpack the difference between redemption and contamination stories, explore agency versus passivity, and discuss how to turn setbacks into opportunities for growth. Most importantly, they challenge you to become the author

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46:30

Episode 401: Making a Living, Making a Life with Nick...

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2026/09/30

What happens when leadership development becomes about more than leadership? In this episode, Dr. Milt Lowder sits down with Nick Campbell and Lauren Luneckas to reflect on their 10 for 12 experiences and the lessons that have continued to shape their work, families, and lives. From awareness and accountability to growth mindset, work-life harmony, and the power of meaningful relationships, they explore what it means to become more intentional about who we are, not just what we accomplish. The

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Growth Spurt: The Spotlight Effect

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2026/09/28

Have you ever stumbled over your words, made a typo, or felt embarrassed by a small mistake—and then replayed it all day? There's a psychological reason for that: the spotlight effect. We tend to dramatically overestimate how much other people notice, remember, and judge our mistakes. In this episode, discover why the spotlight is mostly self-imposed, and how shrinking your imagined audience can help you speak up, take risks, and move forward with confidence.

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44:21

Episode 400: Special Live Recording – What Great...

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2026/09/23

Join us for a special live recording from the ONE building in downtown Greenville, SC, as we celebrated our 400th episode with a live audience! Drs. Milt Lowder and Drew Brannon reflect on their 9-year journey to 400 episodes and explore one of the most important topics in leadership: culture. What does it really take to build a great culture? They unpack clarity, values, feedback and learning, ownership, accountability, and belonging, sharing lessons from sports, business, and their own

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Growth Spurt: Inside the Psychology of the Presidents...

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2026/09/21

In this week's Growth Spurt, Dr. Drew Brannon takes us inside the Presidents Cup, breaking down the unique formats, traditions, and team dynamics that make the event so compelling. As AMPLOS provides sports psychology services for Team USA, Drew shares what will happen behind the scenes this week, from communication and chemistry in alternate-shot play to the mental demands of competing as a team in an individual sport.

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Episode 399: The Cost of the Wrong Hire with Brandon...

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2026/09/16

A bad executive hire costs far more than a salary; it can erode culture, stall momentum, disrupt strategy, and create a ripple effect throughout an organization. In this episode, Dr. Drew Brannon sits down with new AMPLOS team members Brandon Bailey and Matthew Barnes, who lead AMPLOS' Executive Search offering, to explore what separates executive search from traditional recruiting, why structured and thoughtful evaluation matters, and how organizations can make better leadership decisions. From

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02:46

Growth Spurt: Courage Changes Everything

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2026/08/17

Courage doesn't just change how you show up, it changes how the people around you show up, too. When you have the courage to live according to your values, pursue your vision, tackle difficult problems, and become who you're meant to be, you give others permission to do the same. But fear, anxiety, and negativity are contagious, too. So ask yourself: What are you spreading?

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Growth Spurt: The Stories We Tell Ourselves

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2026/08/10

The stories we tell ourselves shape how we see our abilities, our potential, and our future. A single setback can easily become a limiting belief about who we are. In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Gabby Caviedes explores how to separate outcomes from identity, recognize unhelpful internal narratives, and reframe limiting beliefs into growth-oriented statements that help us move forward and unlock our potential.

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Growth Spurt: Why Burnout Persists

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2026/08/03

Burnout remains one of the biggest challenges facing today's workforce, yet the numbers have barely changed. In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Drew Brannon explores why awareness alone isn't enough and shares a simple framework for creating meaningful change. Discover how the powerful principle, if nothing changes, nothing changes, along with the Start, Stop, Continue exercise, can help you break unhealthy patterns and begin moving toward greater health, growth, and resilience.

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Episode 391: When Your Motivation Stays on Vacation

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2026/07/22

Coming back from vacation should leave you refreshed, but often it feels like your motivation never made the trip home. In this episode, Anthony Alibrio and Dr. Gabriela Caviedes explore why returning to work can feel overwhelming and disengaging, even after much-needed time away. They discuss the psychology behind post-vacation motivation lag and share practical strategies to regain momentum, reconnect with purpose, and transition back into performance mode without guilt or burnout.

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Growth Spurt: Leave It Alone

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2026/07/20

What if one of the more powerful leadership skills is knowing when not to get involved? In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Drew Brannon explores a trait he has consistently observed in elite leaders: the ability to leave things alone. From resisting the urge to prove a point to avoiding unnecessary involvement in every conflict or decision, great leaders know that not every situation requires their input. Discover why humility, self-awareness, and restraint can be some of the most valuable tools in your

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Episode 390: The Mid-Year Reset

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2026/07/15

In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Gabriela Caviedes explore a challenge nearly everyone faces: goal drift. Despite our best intentions, life gets busy, priorities shift, and the goals we set often fade into the background. Drew and Gabby discuss why this happens, common misconceptions about discipline and motivation, and a practical framework for getting back on track. If you've lost momentum on a personal or professional goal, this conversation will help you reset, realign, and recommit to

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Growth Spurt: Fitness is a Leadership Skill

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2026/07/13

Physical fitness is often viewed as a way to improve appearance, but its impact goes far beyond how we look. In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Gabriela Caviedes explores the powerful connection between physical fitness, mental performance, and leadership. From improving focus and emotional regulation to increasing stress tolerance and decision-making ability, taking care of your body directly influences how you show up at work, at home, and in your relationships. Fitness isn't just personal, it's a

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Episode 389: The Power of the Pause

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2026/07/08

In a world filled with constant notifications, endless demands, and the pressure to always be "on," silence can feel uncomfortable. But what if it's exactly what you need? Dr. Gabriela Caviedes and Anthony Alibro explore how intentional moments of silence and solitude fuel recovery, prevent burnout, and improve performance. Learn why the highest performers don't just know how to engage, they know how to detach, reset, and return with greater clarity and purpose.

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Growth Spurt: What Are You Waiting For?

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2026/07/06

We all have goals, conversations, and decisions we plan to get to "soon." But what happens when soon never arrives? In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Drew Brannon explores how the habit of postponing action can quietly lead to missed opportunities and regret. He challenges listeners to conduct a personal "soon audit," identify where they're stuck in waiting mode, and take meaningful steps toward turning intentions into action.

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Episode 388: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Better

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2026/07/01

In honor of America's 250th anniversary, Dr. Milt Lowder and Anthony Alibro explore the enduring ideals of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness through the lens of performance psychology. They discuss the courage of the Founding Fathers, the tension between America's aspirations and realities, and the personal responsibility each of us has to live out our values. This conversation challenges listeners to move beyond division, embrace curiosity over judgment, and consider how individual

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Growth Spurt: How to Disagree Without Creating Conflict

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2026/06/29

In this week's Growth Spurt, Dr. Drew Brannon explores a skill that has become increasingly rare: having healthy disagreements. Drew shares why humility is essential when entering difficult conversations, how listening often matters more than persuading, and why meaningful dialogue doesn't have to end with someone changing their mind. He also explains the value of patience, reminding us that not every disagreement needs to be resolved in a single conversation. Growth often begins when we learn how

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Episode 387: Transitioning from Doing the Work to...

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2026/06/24

In this episode, Drs. Milt Lowder and Drew Brannon explore one of the most challenging transitions in any organization: moving from individual contributor to leader. They discuss why success in a role doesn't always translate to success in leadership, the mindset shifts required to lead others well, and the common mistakes organizations make when promoting talent. Whether you're considering a leadership role or developing future leaders, this conversation offers practical insights on redefining

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Growth Spurt: When Stress Makes You Selfish

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2026/06/22

In this Growth Spurt, Dr. Milt Lowder explores how stress narrows our focus, pulls us away from what matters most, and can unintentionally disconnect us from others. Drawing on the science of the brain's stress response, Milt explains why stress often makes us more self-focused; he shares how awareness, gratitude, and joy can help us regain perspective and reconnect with our purpose.

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Episode 384: The Psychology of Pushing Limits

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2026/06/03

In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Gabby Caviedes unpack Rachel Entrekin's historic Cocodona 250 win as a lens for understanding performance under extreme pressure. From broader-than-self goals to micro-recovery, problem-solving under fatigue, and the power of "delusional belief," they explore what ultramarathon racing can teach us about preparation, resilience, and staying composed when we hit our limits.

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