Introduction 1 The Olympic Athlete: Kristian Thomas 2 Reframe Adversity Into Opportunity 3 Refresh To Perform 4 Get Moving 5 Eliminate Energy Drains 6 Put Boundaries Around 'Keystone' Relationships 7 The Polar Explorer: Ann Daniels 8 Track Progress As Well As Results 9 Get Comfortable Disappointing People 10 Find A Safe Space For Critical Reflection 11 Get Feedback And Adjust Course 12 Be Alert To Wilful Blindness 13 The Actor: Sir Antony Sher 14 Avoid Pointless Comparisons 15 Manage Your Inner Critic 16 Identify A 'Self-soothing' Ritual 17 Eat Smart 18 Help Other People - Gain Perspective 19 The Telecoms Entrepreneur: Shirin Dehghan 20 Nurture The Tribe 21 Sort Out Sleep 22 Assemble 'Team You' And Ask For Their Help 23 Celebrate Individual And Collective Achievement 24 Have A Plan B Your Optimise Action Plan Acknowledgements The Author.
Optimise : How to Survive and Thrive in Professional Life