Keywords

Georgette Reed, Olympic athlete, mental health, sports, coaching, leadership, identity, racism, effort over results, personal growth

Summary

In this conversation, Georgette Reed shares her inspiring journey from being a swimmer to becoming an Olympic shot put athlete. She discusses the challenges of racism, identity, and mental health in sports, and emphasizes the importance of effort over results. Georgette reflects on her experiences at Washington State University, her transition to track and field, and her subsequent career in coaching and mental health advocacy. She highlights the significance of creating supportive environments in both sports and workplaces, encouraging leaders to foster psychological safety and connection among their teams.

Takeaways

Georgette's journey showcases resilience and determination. The importance of effort over results in personal growth. Racism and identity shaped Georgette's experiences in sports. Transitioning from swimming to track and field was pivotal for Georgette. Mental health awareness is crucial for athletes and beyond. Coaching is about igniting passion and curiosity in others. Creating a supportive work environment enhances productivity. Psychological safety is essential for team success. Embracing individuality leads to personal fulfillment. Continuous growth and learning are vital at any age.

Titles

From Athlete to Advocate: Georgette Reed's Journey Breaking Barriers: Georgette Reed on Sports and Identity

Sound bites

"I never quit anything." "Screw perception, just be you." "Effort over results is key."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Georgette Reed's Journey 01:51 The Impact of WSU on Georgette's Life 05:20 Racism and Identity in Sports 11:12 Transitioning from Swimming to Track and Field 16:39 The Olympic Journey and Mental Health Awareness 28:13 Coaching and Mentorship in Athletics 39:05 Life After Sports: Career Transitions and Mental Health 50:22 Creating a Supportive Work Environment 01:01:10 Final Thoughts on Leadership and Personal Growth

In this powerful conversation, Dr. Lindsay Emmerson dives into what unconditional positive regard really means and why focusing on effort over results is one of the most important foundations of resilient, confident children.

We talk about how parenting styles have evolved, how social media and screen time are shaping emotional development, and why resilience is not about protecting kids from failure, but teaching them how to adapt, learn, and try again.

This episode goes far beyond parenting. These principles directly apply to coaching, education, leadership, and workplace culture. If you care about raising strong kids, building emotionally safe teams, or becoming a better leader, this conversation is for you.

🎧 Guest: Dr. Lindsay Emmerson 🌐 Website: https://drlindsayemmerson.com 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlindsayemmerson/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drlindsayemmerson/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlindsayemmerson/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drlindsayemmerson

🎙️ Host: Quinn Magnuson | Effort Over Results 🌐 https://effortoverresults.com 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/effort.over.results 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@effortoverresults 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@effortoverresults

🔥 Key Takeaways: • Unconditional positive regard is essential in parenting • Children grow through trial and error; mistakes are part of development • Praise effort over results to build resilience and confidence • Parenting styles shape long-term emotional health • A growth mindset teaches children to embrace challenges • Balance matters; encouragement and accountability must coexist • Resilience is adapting to adversity, not avoiding it • Screen time needs boundaries to protect mental health • Coaches and educators can use these principles to build stronger kids • Psychological safety is the foundation of great families, teams, and workplaces

⏱️ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Parenting Philosophy 02:15 Understanding Unconditional Positive Regard 06:30 The Impact of Parenting Styles on Resilience 11:10 Balancing Praise and Effort 12:26 Exploring Parenting Styles Through History 18:25 The Concept of Resilience in Children 23:50 Navigating Screen Time and Social Media 41:08 Applying Parenting Principles in Education and Coaching 53:12 Translating Parenting Psychology to the Workplace

🎯 Sound Bites: "I love the way it explains it." "It's all about balance in parenting." "It's all about respect."

🧠 Keywords: parenting, child development, resilience, unconditional positive regard, growth mindset, parenting styles, screen time, coaching, education, workplace psychology

If this episode helped you, please like, subscribe, and share it with a parent, coach, educator, or leader who cares about building stronger humans from the inside out.

🎙️ Effort Over Results Podcast — with Dr. Jivi Saran, Jim Brayshaw & Chris Marr

The world of leadership is changing — fast. Old certainties, command-and-control models, and rigid hierarchies aren’t hacking it anymore. Today’s greatest leaders don’t just manage teams — they influence people, build trust, and create psychological safety.

In this special roundtable, host Quinn Magnuson sits down with:

• Dr. Jivi Saran — quantum business strategist, self-excellence advocate at www.quantumbusinessgrowth.ca

• Jim Brayshaw — psychological-safety practitioner and founder of JimBrayshaw.com

• Chris Marr — author of The Authoritative Coach, and founder of QuestionFirstGroup.com

They unravel the myths of outdated leadership, explore the power of vulnerability, and teach how modern leaders can cultivate trust, compassion, and resilience in real teams — not just “boss” from above.

• Why self-excellence matters more than a title

• How to build psychological safety so your team can speak up

• Why compassion + authority is the strongest leadership combo

• Why influence matters more than “command”

• How to have the necessary — hard — conversations for growth

• Why vulnerability humanizes leaders and builds trust

• How generational differences affect leading today’s workforce

• Practical steps leaders can use in their first 100 days

00:00 – Introduction to Leadership Evolution 02:43 – Debunking Leadership Myths 05:13 – The Shift from Command and Control 07:56 – The Role of Self-Excellence in Leadership 10:44 – Navigating Psychological Safety 13:40 – Compassion vs. Authority in Leadership 16:29 – The Importance of Difficult Conversations 19:45 – Creating a Safe Environment for Feedback 22:29 – The Impact of Generational Differences 25:21 – The Future of Leadership Training 28:05 – Influence as the Core of Leadership 30:50 – Practical Steps for Leaders 33:31 – The Role of Vulnerability in Leadership 36:25 – First 100 Days as a Leader 39:05 – Closing Thoughts on Leadership

Dr. Jivi Saran — https://jimbrayshaw.com Chris Marr / Question First Group — https://questionfirstgroup.com

Host & Show Links Website: https://www.effortoverresults.com LinkedIn: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGIR7DFt2odmVzDcV779twoEQgiZe9MzD 🏆 Leadership: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGIR7DFt2odlAJZ2Xqx1Pn_mfCRy2WcpJ 🥦 Health, Wellness & Nutrition: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGIR7DFt2odmVeCfQHq9yOX3htdLIzUGA ⚽ Sports & Athletics: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGIR7DFt2odm0qGJR-XUaxsc0y1heghFr 🎬 EOR Shorts (under 5 min): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGIR7DFt2odnRJwomYR4zmv_qHFpZ-tPH

🔥 Ready to lead differently — with influence, trust and compassion? Start here → https://www.effortoverresults.com

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