EP 20 | When the Clock Reveals: Pressure, Preparation, and Performance Under Fire
Wed Jan 14 2026
Eighteen seconds left. You’re down by three. The season is on the line. What do you do?This isn’t just about football—it’s about your career, your relationships, and every high-stakes moment you’ll ever face. In this episode, Craig explores why the final three minutes don’t build character—they reveal it.Drawing lessons from historic NFL playoff games and high-pressure business scenarios, Craig breaks down the psychology of why some people rise under pressure while others fold. You’ll learn the difference between panic and preparation, why you don’t need more time (you need more focus), and how to execute when everything is on the line.Stop waiting for the perfect moment and start executing with the time you have. This episode will teach you how.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
Why the final three minutes reveal who you really are (0:26)
•The Pressure Paradox: How pressure reveals what's already there (5:07)
•The Game Slows Down: How preparation helps you execute under pressure (9:09)
•Real-World Examples: Bills, Rams, Bears clutch moments (17:00)
•The Execution Framework: What to do when your back is against the wall (23:00)
•The Hard Truth About Time: You don't need more time, you need more focus (28:36)
#EyesWide #Execution #Pressure #Leadership #Performance #Mindset
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Eighteen seconds left. You’re down by three. The season is on the line. What do you do?This isn’t just about football—it’s about your career, your relationships, and every high-stakes moment you’ll ever face. In this episode, Craig explores why the final three minutes don’t build character—they reveal it.Drawing lessons from historic NFL playoff games and high-pressure business scenarios, Craig breaks down the psychology of why some people rise under pressure while others fold. You’ll learn the difference between panic and preparation, why you don’t need more time (you need more focus), and how to execute when everything is on the line.Stop waiting for the perfect moment and start executing with the time you have. This episode will teach you how. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why the final three minutes reveal who you really are (0:26) •The Pressure Paradox: How pressure reveals what's already there (5:07) •The Game Slows Down: How preparation helps you execute under pressure (9:09) •Real-World Examples: Bills, Rams, Bears clutch moments (17:00) •The Execution Framework: What to do when your back is against the wall (23:00) •The Hard Truth About Time: You don't need more time, you need more focus (28:36) #EyesWide #Execution #Pressure #Leadership #Performance #Mindset