How to Prepare for a High-Stakes Meeting in 90 Seconds

How to Prepare for a High-Stakes Meeting in 90 Seconds Ever walked into an important meeting already feeling stressed, anxious or frustrated? You've prepared what you're going to say. But have you prepared how you're going to show up? In Season 5, Episode 2 of The Cognitive Athlete Podcast, Clint shares a personal story about a difficult conversation he'd been avoiding for nearly a week. He expected confrontation. Instead, he walked away with an unexpected opportunity. What made the difference? Taking a moment to prepare himself, not just the conversation. In this episode, discover: • Why pressure affects your thinking, judgement and communication • What elite athletes can teach us about preparing for important moments • How to manage your emotional state before a difficult conversation • A simple 90-second routine to help you perform when it counts The 90-second routine: Settle. Focus. Prime. Settle (30 seconds): Slow down, breathe and recognise your emotional state. Focus (30 seconds): Get clear on what you want to achieve. Prime (30 seconds): Mentally rehearse your opening and prepare for a likely challenge. Because preparing your content is only half the job. You also need to prepare yourself to perform. 🎧 Want to go deeper? Listen to Season 3, Episode 4: The 30-Second Pause That Changes Everything. https://open.spotify.com/episode/6mna... 🎧 NEW! The Cognitive Athlete is now available as an audiobook on Audible! https://link.amazon/B06hKOcpj 🎯 Free Cognitive Athlete Scorecard: https://thecognitiveathlete.scoreapp.com (https://thecognitiveathlete.scoreapp....) 📖 Get the book: https://amzn.to/4fVUHwZ 🌐 Website: https://thecognitiveathlete.com.au (https://thecognitiveathlete.com.au/) Follow The Cognitive Athlete Podcast for practical strategies to improve your energy, focus and performance.