The Elite Performance Podcast

The Elite Performance Podcast


Can Low Expectations Make You A Better Performer? | Elite Performance Podcast #67

February 18, 2025

"If you're just having all these expectations of things that you can't control, you can't have an agreement about or you can't set a standard about, you’ll just get frustrated all the time." 


Many think that having high expectations of everyone shows respect and kindness. In reality, unrealistic expectations create frustration and anger, making us treat others worse. This episode breaks down how lowering expectations in specific areas can help us become calmer and more effective leaders.


Key Topics:


  1. The difference between standards/agreements vs. expectations
  2. Framework for handling frustration
  3. Why believing that "everyone is amazing" sets us up for constant disappointment


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