Gratitude. Giving. Grit. Gearing up. Going.
The framework Apolo Ohno built his reinvention on, from his New York Times bestseller Hard Pivot. Five practices that move a person, or a team, from stuck to in motion.
Book nowReset the mind. Give first.
The foundation. Gratitude reconditions the mind away from negativity and entitlement; giving turns that abundance outward. Together they are how Apolo keeps perspective and builds teams on mutual benefit instead of dog-eat-dog.
Trained stamina. Real preparation.
The engine. Grit is consistency when the path gets hard, not occasional willpower. Gearing up is the unglamorous prep, from identity to the basics of eating, moving, and sleeping, that makes bold action survivable.
Stop forecasting. Start.
The leap. When it is time to go, it is time to go. The outcome was never yours to control, only your preparation and effort were. The hardest principle, and the one everything else exists to earn.
Every engagement is designed around your people and your goals, whether it's a 5,000-person sales kickoff, a leadership summit, or a 30-person executive offsite. Formats range from 40 to 90-minute keynotes with Q&A to half-day workshops and multi-day executive retreats.
From the moment Apolo arrived, his genuine warmth and friendliness endeared him to all our guests. He captivated the room when he took the stage and was able to inspire and entertain our audience simultaneously.Chris Simonsen, CEO, Orangewood Foundation
It's so invigorating to hear from someone who's had such unique experiences and is influencing not only sport, but also the world to talk more about mental and emotional wellbeing.Celeste Harrington, Global Benefits Manager, Microsoft
I can't think of a better person to inspire us and remind us that succeeding is a marathon, not a sprint. Apolo Ohno is the living embodiment of that mindset.Herve Sedky, President & CEO, Emerald