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Athletic Mindset Strategies for Success at Work with Dr. Jorge Aguilar – Part 2 (Ep. 102)

Athletic Mindset Strategies for Success at Work with Dr. Jorge Aguilar – Part 2 (Ep. 102)

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In sports, a great coach can transform a team. In business, the same is true for a great leader.

Iván Watanabe and Evan Wohl continue their conversation with sports psychiatrist Jorge Aguilar, diving deeper into the psychology of leadership and what high-performing athletic teams can teach executives and entrepreneurs about building culture, hiring effectively, and driving growth.

Instead of obsessing over wins, Jorge encourages leaders to focus on alignment, excellence, and psychological safety. Because when people feel safe and valued, they can thrive.

What to expect from this episode:

  • Why “don’t mess up” cultures limit performance
  • How to hire for core values, not just skill sets
  • What psychological safety looks like at work
  • A surprising connection between coaching styles and self-awareness
  • And more!

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About Dr. Jorge Aguilar:

Dr. Aguilar is a board-certified psychiatrist providing mental performance training and talk therapy to athletes in collegiate, Olympic, and professional sports. He is the team sport psychiatrist to New York City FC in Major League Soccer (MLS) and a consultant to Major League Baseball (MLB) on mental health and mental performance. He also participates in the MLB Rookie Development Program, assisting young players transitioning to the Major Leagues. He is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and the Director of Sport & Performance Psychiatry at Montefiore-Einstein. He trained in Pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and completed a Psychiatry Residency and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center in New York. Dr. Aguilar specializes in the assessment and treatment of psychiatric conditions commonly seen in sports, and uses a unique hybrid of sport psychology and evidence-based talk therapy to help athletes elevate their performance in sport and daily life.

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Athletic Mindset Strategies for Success at Work with Dr. Jorge Aguilar – Part 1 (Ep. 101)

Athletic Mindset Strategies for Success at Work with Dr. Jorge Aguilar – Part 1 (Ep. 101)

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Discover how the mindset of elite athletes can help you perform better at work and in life.

In this episode, Iván Watanabe and Evan Wohl sit down with Dr. Jorge Aguilar, a board-certified psychiatrist and mental performance coach to NYCFC and MLB players, to explore how proven mental strategies from the world of sports can boost focus, resilience, and productivity in your everyday routine. From managing pressure to staying focused and building resilience, this episode connects the dots between sports psychology and everyday professional success.

Gain valuable insights such as:

  • Techniques for addressing self-doubt and negative thoughts in both sports and business settings [04:38]
  • The myth of constant positivity and how elite performers manage doubts [07:50]
  • Ways to enhance performance through daily habits like mindfulness and nutrition [17:50]
  • The importance of resilience and grit in achieving both personal and professional success [20:22]
  • And more

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About Dr. Jorge Aguilar:

Dr. Aguilar is a board-certified psychiatrist providing mental performance training and talk therapy to athletes in collegiate, Olympic, and professional sports. He is the team sport psychiatrist to New York City FC in Major League Soccer (MLS) and a consultant to Major League Baseball (MLB) on mental health and mental performance. He also participates in the MLB Rookie Development Program, assisting young players transitioning to the Major Leagues. He is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and the Director of Sport & Performance Psychiatry at Montefiore-Einstein. He trained in Pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and completed a Psychiatry Residency and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Montefiore Medical Center in New York. Dr. Aguilar specializes in the assessment and treatment of psychiatric conditions commonly seen in sports, and uses a unique hybrid of sport psychology and evidence-based talk therapy to help athletes elevate their performance in sport and daily life.

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How To Build a Winning Culture with Jeremy Zoll from the Minnesota Twins

How To Build a Winning Culture with Jeremy Zoll from the Minnesota Twins

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What does it take to lead an elite team bursting with talent and ambition?

Iván Watanabe and Adam Rolewicz dive into the world of leadership and organizational culture with Jeremy Zoll, the new General Manager of the Minnesota Twins. They discuss the challenges and strategies involved in shaping a winning sports team while fostering a supportive work culture. Jeremy shares his journey from Assistant GM to GM, offering insights into his leadership philosophy and the realities of guiding top-tier talent. 

Gain insight into how you can build a winning culture as this episode covers:

  • Transitioning from Assistant GM to GM and the challenges faced [00:02:07]
  • Navigating leadership in an organization with diverse personalities [00:07:12]
  • Balancing team success with individual player development [00:12:20]
  • The role of mental health and diverse staff support in performance [00:20:49]
  • Incorporating analytics in player evaluation and development [00:39:25]
  • And more

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About Jeremy Zoll:

Jeremy Zoll, who was promoted to Vice President in November of 2021, begins his fifth season as an Assistant General Manager and seventh overall with the Twins, after previously serving as Director of Minor League Operations from 2018-19. In his role, Zoll partners with Dr. Chris Camp to oversee the organization’s performance team and drives developmental initiatives in the minor leagues.

Zoll’s professional experience began with a summer internship with the Cincinnati Reds in 2011, which was followed by a video internship in 2012 for Toronto’s minor league affiliate in Vancouver. In 2013, he started working for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, where he coordinated the organization’s efforts in advance scouting.

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