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 325: Sixty Days in the Dark (Part 1)
In this powerful first installment of a three-part series, Dr. Milt Lowder sits down with Dr. Drew Brannon to unpack the most challenging season of Drew’s life—a sudden medical issue that left him w…
Episode 324: Find Your Hard with Nolan Lennon
Former Clemson soccer player Nolan Lennon knows pain, perseverance, and purpose. After tearing his ACL four times, he stepped away from the game he loved and into the world of ultramarathons. In this…
Episode 323: "Building Up" with David Wise
What does it take to build trust, foster culture, and create lasting impact? In this episode, Dr. Milt Lowder sits down with David Wise, President & CEO of Harper General Contractors, who shares how …
Episode 322: Battle-Tested Leadership with Navy Special Operator Oran Feiner
What can business leaders learn from Navy special operations? In this episode, Dr. Cory Shaffer talks with retired Navy special operator Oran Feiner, who brings 20 years of leadership experience in t…
Episode 321: Getting Results with Extreme Commitment
How committed are you to the results you want? In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer break down the direct link between commitment and outcomes, using Navy Special Operators as a prime …
Episode 320: Three Keys to Keeping Composure
Have you ever lost your cool when the pressure was on? In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer reveal Three Truths About Composure, the key to staying calm, focused, and in control when i…
Episode 319: Raising Resilient Kids
How do we raise children who embrace challenges, value self-improvement, and develop mental resilience? In this episode, Dr. Cory Shaffer, AMPLOS mental performance coach and father of two, sits down…
Episode 318: Overcoming Mental Traps to Strengthen Performance
What holds you back from reaching your full potential? In this episode, Dr. Cory Shaffer sits down with Clemson PhD student and AMPLOS intern Marlee Johnson to explore the psychology of high performa…
Episode 317: Answering ChatGPT's Top Questions on Leadership & Adaptability
In this episode, Dr. Cory Shaffer and Clemson PhD student and AMPLOS intern Marlee Johnson answer top questions curated by ChatGPT, diving into the overlooked trends in leadership and performance psy…
Episode 316: Escaping the Mediocrity Trap
Are you stuck in the mediocrity trap—settling for comfort instead of striving for growth? In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer break down what keeps us stagnant and how to create the e…
Episode 315: Transform Stress to Work for You with Dr. Rebecca Heiss
We all experience stress, but what if you could make it work for you instead of against you? Dr. Cory Shaffer talks with Dr. Rebecca Heiss, stress physiologist and author of Springboard: Transform St…
Episode 314: Nike's Principles for Success
In this special live episode from TPM’s annual kickoff in downtown Greenville, SC, Drs. Milt Lowder and Cory Shaffer dive into five of Nike’s Principles that fuel their iconic success. They explore w…
Episode 313: Final Thoughts on the 2024 College Football Season
The 2024 college football season was one to remember - filled with dramatic twists and valuable lessons. Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer, sport psychologists for Georgia and Oregon football, refle…
Episode 312: Living Audaciously with Anne Marie Anderson
In this episode, Dr. Cory Shaffer sits down with three-time Emmy-winning EPSN sports broadcaster Anne Marie Anderson to discuss her book, Cultivating Audacity: Dismantle Doubt and Let Yourself Win. A…
Episode 311: How to Stick with Your 2025 Goals
Research show that about 30% of Americans set New Year’s resolutions, yet only 9% see them through to the end of the year. As we age, the likelihood of setting goals diminishes even further. Drs. Dre…
Episode 310: Reflections, Resolutions, and Unanswered Questions
In this special episode, Drs. Milt Lowder, Drew Brannon, and Cory Shaffer close out 2024 and welcome 2025 with thoughtful reflections and fresh insights. Revisiting unanswered audience questions from…
Episode 309: Finding Holiday Harmony – Balancing Work and Rest
The holiday season is often filled with joy, but it can also bring unique challenges. How can we find harmony amidst festive celebrations layered onto already busy schedules? In this episode, Drs. Mi…
Episode 308: Balancing Legacy and Innovation with Chris Fay
In this episode, Chris Fay, President and CEO of Greenville-based TPM and Founder and CEO of TrebleHook, an architecture, engineering, and construction CRM platform, shares his journey of honoring hi…
Episode 307: The Mental Edge Behind Oregon, Georgia, and Clemson’s Conference Championship Wins
Fresh off Oregon, Georgia, and Clemson’s college football conference championship victories, Drs. Cory Shaffer, Drew Brannon, and Milt Lowder reflect on the psychological principles that came to life…
Episode 306: The Heart of a Champion - Five Markers of Courage
As the Oregon, Georgia, and Clemson football programs gear up for their conference championship games this weekend, AMPLOS sport psychologists Dr. Drew Brannon (Georgia) and Dr. Cory Shaffer (Oregon)…