The Grit Files
The Grit Files is a deep dive into the real stories behind high performers — from athletes pushing past their limits to professionals navigating pressure, setbacks, and success.
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S2 Ep12 - Katy Montgomery (opens the original)
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Katy has spent more than 20 years in the halls of major academic institutions. She builds programs that teach people how to coach. She was the co-designer and co-lead of the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School Executive Leadership Coaching Academy and has made it her mission to bridge the gap between heavy-duty academic rigor and the "get-it-done" reality of global business.
S2 Ep11 - Nick Wooters (opens the original)
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Nick Wooters is a lifelong coach with other 20+ years in swimming and triathlon training, including 15 years as a NCAA Division 1 Coach. Nick spent a decade as a professor in Stanford School of Medicine's Health and Human Performance Department and now consults with D1 athletic programs on building high-performance team environments. After years of working with elite athletes and studying the world’s longest-living communities, we’ve combined performance and longevity into one powerful system. C
S2 Ep10 - Brooke Toomey (opens the original)
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After a divorce left her with no income, no career, and nowhere to turn, Brooke had to rebuild her life and career from the ground up. Starting over later in life wasn't easy, but the experience gave her a deep understanding of what it takes to navigate change, rediscover your strengths, and create new opportunities, turning her career into a six figure one! Today, Brooke is the founder of Her Perfect Career, where she helps women confidently navigate career transitions with clarity, strategy, a
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