The Growth Project
Our group is traditionally trained in sport and performance psychology, and in the spirit of what we do, the purpose of our podcast is to make a positive impact on your life and challenge you to think differently on topics related to growth. Through conversations with coaches, athletes, executives, and leaders of industry, we will explore and highlight the mindset and skillset required for lasting growth. Ultimately, we exist to provide you with the tools to become the best version of you. At AMPLOS, we’re passionate about helping you pursue better.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 38 minutes
- Episodes
- 345
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Episode 125: Three Fundamental Roles of a Father
Fathers unquestionably play a pivotal role in our collective growth and development. Dr. Drew Brannon and Dr. Milt Lowder reflect on the responsibility and privilege of being a father and share three…
Episode 124: High Performance with Dr. Brandon Marcello
How do you stack the odds in your favor to perform at your best? Dr. Cory Shaffer and high performance strategist, Dr. Brandon Marcello, discuss the essential elements needed to optimize performance …
Episode 123: Team Chemistry with Tom Black
Although it can be elusive to measure, you can undoubtedly feel team chemistry. Dr. Drew Brannon and University of Georgia Volleyball Head Coach, Tom Black, discuss how team chemistry elevates perfor…
Episode 122: Finding Purpose with Coach Logan Roberts
How do you persevere through pain, disappointment, and discomfort? Dr. Drew Brannon and Furman University's Cross Country / Track and Field's Assistant Coach and Recruiting Coordinator, Logan Roberts…
Episode 121: Co-Creating Greatness with Todd Billingsley
What does it mean to co-create greatness with your team? Drs. Milt Lowder and Drew Brannon explore this topic with Todd Billingsley, Director of Leadership and Business Development at Boehringer Inge…
Episode 120: Preparing for Opportunity with Woody McCorvey
This episode features a conversation between Dr. Milt Lowder and football legend and Clemson's Associate AD of Football Administration, Woody McCorvey. Woody highlights the importance of preparing fo…
Episode 119: Qualities of Elite Organizations
Regardless of industry, the most successful and effective teams throughout the world share key characteristics. Dr. Cory Shaffer and Dr. Katie Nichols review a study by Harvard Business Review called…
Episode 118: Are You Chasing Success or Perfection with Kelly Gramlich
Chasing perfection is a lose-lose scenario. True professional success comes from a long-term commitment to growth. ACC Network analyst and radio co-host, Kelly Gramlich, joins Dr. Katie Nichols on th…
Episode 117: NHL Player Selection and Team Development with Dr. Aimee Kimball
How do you create a winning mentality and a successful team culture? This episode features a conversation with Dr. Aimee Kimball, the New Jersey Devils Director of Player and Team Development, and Dr…
Episode 116: The Art of Reflection with Harvard Business School Professor Joseph Badaracco
This episode features a conversation between Dr. Cory Shaffer and Joseph L. Badaracco - the John Shad Professor of Business Ethics at Harvard Business School and the author of Step Back: How to Bring…
Episode 115: MLB and the Power of Perspective
MLB kicked off last week, so we thought it was an ideal time to revisit and compile conversations from 2020 with Dr. Cory Shaffer and inspiring individuals from the baseball world, including Colorado…
Episode 114: March Madness & Managing Expectations
We're in the midst of March Madness, which means unpredictable upsets and busted brackets. This episode features Drs. Cory Shaffer and Katie Nichols exploring the ingredients of a tournament upset. T…
Episode 113: Is My Leadership Worth Following with Janna Magette
What does it mean to be an effective follower? This episode features a conversation with Dr. Janna Magette, a leadership instructor for the Clemson Athletic Leadership Graduate Program and founder of…
Episode 112: Reflecting on a Year with COVID-19
The past year has transformed nearly every aspect of our world. We're taking a moment to pause and reflect on the affects of COVID-19 a year after its widespread impact. Looking at both the positive …
Episode 111: Leading the Millennial Generation with Clay Kirkland
The millennial generation is quickly becoming the largest segment of the workforce and yet there remains much confusion around how to connect with them and lead them effectively. In this episode, Dr.…
Episode 110: The Psychology of Rest with Dr. David Eccles
What is 'rest'? This episode features a conversation with Dr. David Eccles, Professor of Sport Psychology at Florida State University, who has dedicated his research to understanding that question. D…
Episode 109: Approaching Reviews with Vulnerability, Authenticity, and Strength
For many organizations, it's review season with many leaders in the midst of preparing for and conducting performance reviews for 2020. In today's episode, we look back on a conversation from late 20…
Episode 108: Would Your Leadership Pass a Reliability Test?
Building a great team takes time and effort. Maintaining a great team takes consistency. Once you have the right team members in place how do you keep them bought in? In today's episode, Drs. Katie N…
Episode 107: High Performance Environments - A Conversation with Military Special Operators
The military special operations community is regarded as one of the highest performing environments in the world, and for good reason - the selection, training, and preparation to become a special op…
Episode 106: Why Leadership Retreats Matter
In response to an article that leadership retreats are a waste of time and resources, Drs. Drew Brannon and Milt Lowder dig into this topic to offer a counter-opinion. In this discussion, they look a…