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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…
Episodes
The Growth ProjectEpisode 30: How to Build a Mentally Tough Team (Part 1)
In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Katie Nichols break down two essential elements leaders must embrace to build mentally resilient teams, exploring what…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 29: Chasing Growth, Not Just Wins with Doc Redman
In this episode, Dr. Cory Shaffer sits down with professional golfer Doc Redman for an inside look at his journey through the ranks of competitive golf. Doc…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 28: The Best of April on Focus
In this episode, we revisit some of the standout moments from our April conversations, all centered around the theme of focus. Highlights include practical…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 27: Winning the Focus Game (Part 2)
In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer continue their conversation on focus, diving into how and why it shifts in high-pressure moments. They…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 26: Winning the Focus Game (Part 1)
In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Milt Lowder explore practical strategies for strengthening focus and prioritizing what truly matters. They discuss how…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 25: Purpose-Driven Leadership with Art Seaver
In this episode, Dr. Milt Lowder is joined by Art Seaver, CEO of Southern First Bank, for a meaningful conversation about values-driven leadership. Art shares…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 24: Why Core Values Matter
In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Milt Lowder unpack the power of aligning individuals and teams around a clear set of core values. They explore how…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 23: Three Fundamentals of Positive Coaching
In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Katie Nichols explore three core fundamentals of positive coaching. Drawing on her impactful work at the University of…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 22: Shaping Players, Shaping Lives with Coach Scott Fountain
In this episode, Dr. Drew Brannon sits down with Coach Scott Fountain, Special Teams Coordinator at the University of Georgia. With 28 years of coaching…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 21: What's Your Why?
In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer define purpose and take a deep look into how having clarity on why you do something influences how you do…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 20: Overcoming Setbacks with Ron Courson
In this episode, Dr. Drew Brannon sits down with Ron Courson, Senior Associate Athletic Director and Director of Sports Medicine at the University of Georgia…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 19: Obstacles to Growth
In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer discuss a topic that everyone is familiar with as we flip the calendar to a new year: personal growth…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 18: Inside Project Aristotle - What Makes Great Teams Thrive (Part 3)
In the final episode of the Project Aristotle series, Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer discuss the remaining variables that Google found to be characteristic…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 17: Inside Project Aristotle - What Makes Great Teams Thrive (Part 2)
Picking up where they left off in Part 1, Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer dig deeper into Project Aristotle and discuss two additional variables that Google…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 16: Inside Project Aristotle - What Makes Great Teams Thrive (Part 1)
For the first part of a three part series, Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer discuss Google's Project Aristotle - an internal investigation into what…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 15: The Importance of Recovery
Join Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer for a thought provoking episode as they dive into the often overlooked but essential piece of the high performance…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 14: Principles in Practice
On July 2, 2018, Belgium defeated Japan in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup. Despite the heartbreak of a last-minute loss, a photo soon surfaced that…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 13: The Lifelong Journey of Personal Development with Ryan Holiday
In this exciting episode of the Growth Project, Dr. Cory Shaffer speaks with author and strategist Ryan Holiday. Their conversation explores Ryan's path to…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 12: What The Masters Taught Us
Join Drs. Milt Lowder and Cory Shaffer as they reflect on their experiences at The Masters. The conversation dives into their lessons learned as mental coaches…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 11: The Power of the Pause
In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer discuss the importance of reflection and living in the moment. They discuss how self-evaluation is an…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 10: Growth Mindset vs. Fixed Mindset
In this episode, Drs. Milt Lowder and Cory Shaffer discuss the hallmark characteristics and differences between a growth and a fixed mindset and how these…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 9: Goals Setting That Sticks
In this episode, Dr. Milt Lowder and Dr. Cory Shaffer discuss goal setting. Each new year, many people look to set New Year's Resolutions. Unfortunately, many…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 8: Lessons in Leadership from the Diamond with Monte Lee
In this episode, Dr. Cory Shaffer sits down with Monte Lee, Head Baseball Coach at Clemson University, for an inspiring conversation on leadership, resilience…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 7: Defining Success Through Service with Scott Wigginton
In this episode, Dr. Milt Lowder sits down with Scott Wigginton, President of Greyrock Accounting, for a candid conversation on leadership, service, and the…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 6: The Process is the Point with Coach Adam Herendeen
In this episode, Dr. Drew Brannon sits down with Furman University Women's Tennis Coach, Adam Herendeen, to discuss his take on developing collegiate…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 5: Why Preparation Beats Fear
In this episode, Dr. Drew Brannon and Dr. Cory Shaffer discuss pressure. They dig into how pressure affects performers both mentally and physiologically, how…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 4: Pushing the Limits of Creativity with Nik Conklin
In this episode, Dr. Cory Shaffer has a conversation with Nik Conklin, Assistant Director of New and Creative Media for Clemson Athletics. You'll hear Nik…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 3: Servant Leadership with Clemson Women's Soccer Coach Eddie Radwanski
Eddie Radwanski, Head Coach of the Clemson Women's Soccer program, discusses how his leadership has been shaped and influenced by the people in his life, why…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 2: Building a Legacy with Coach Dabo Swinney
In this episode, Dr. Milt Lowder has a conversation with Dabo Swinney, Clemson Football Head Coach of the 2016 National Champions. Dabo discusses the…
The Growth ProjectEpisode 1: Introduction to The Growth Project
In The Growth Project's inaugural episode, Dr. Milt Lowder and Dr. Drew Brannon discuss the evolution of Synergy Performance as a company, the process of…