Table of Contents

Foreword vii Acknowledgements xv Introduction xxiii Part I On your marks 1 What are you aiming for? 3 2 Where are you at now and what needs to be done? 35 Part II Get set 3 Internal drivers values and thoughts 63 4 Internal drivers emotions and ability 91 5 External drivers 121 6 Behaviour alignment 145 Part III Go 7 Combine and conquer 179 The final note 197 Appendix A A success map framework 201 Appendix B Phil Hogan s keys for success 207 Appendix C A progressive muscular relaxation technique 209 Index 211

About the Author

Miranda Banks is a performance psychologist who has worked closely with professional athletes and business people wanting to perform at their best. she has worked as an adviser to coaches and support staff at some of the biggest bodies in australian sport — including australian rugby Union and Cricket australia. dynamic and insightful, Miranda is also a regular guest on talkback radio, and conducts numerous workshops and seminars on life performance.