Secrets of a Champion Mindset | Molly Fletcher | TEDxBuckhead

Hailed as the “female Jerry Maguire,” Molly Fletcher is a former top sports agent and now speaker, author and host of the “Game Changers with Molly Fletcher” podcast. This event was curated by Jercori Freeman. Hailed as the “female Jerry Maguire” by CNN, Molly Fletcher made a name for herself as one of the first female sports agents. During her almost two-decade career and as President of CSE, Molly negotiated over $500 million in contracts and represented over 300 of sports' biggest names, including Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz, PGA TOUR golfer Matt Kuchar, broadcaster Erin Andrews and basketball championship coaches Tom Izzo and Doc Rivers.
A highly respected thought leader, Molly is a sought-after keynote speaker and is the author of five books. She hosts the popular podcast Game Changers with Molly Fletcher, where she interviews experts and celebrities in every field including Arthur Blank, Dabo Swinney, John Mackey, Matthew McConaughey, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, and Simon Sinek.
Her insights have been featured in prestigious news outlets ESPN, CNN, Forbes Fast Company, InStyle, and Sports Illustrated. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@julienewmans]

Great talk Molly. This was really a slap in the face for me. I would see those at college thriving and I always have this mindset that they're doing better than me because they're "better and faster" than me at learning without much effort. But they're probably been developing these skills since kindergarten with grit and perseverance and they do put a lot more effort into it than I do. Thank you so much, I've learned a lot from you + I'll share this with everybody. Best wishes!

[@remigradilenga4121]

Thanks for sending this to me jules... awesome!

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Thanks Julie, glad you found this helpful and hope it gives you the nudge you need to achieve great things!

[@grazynaparadowska1306]

Wow, yes agree 1000%

[@remigradilenga4121]

@@grazynaparadowska1306 yes me also

[@amazingsecretsofus]

me too JN

[@AmitKumar-pb8kg]

Well I have listened a more than a thousand of Ted talks , but for this one. Must say" what an absolute phenomenal presentation." The body language is in complete resonance with her ideas .! Thanks molly ..! 🙏

[@patrickmilyo6669]

Couldn’t agree more. Molly, you completely crushed it. Loved the personal stories, inspiring message on embracing drive over achievement and just your pure authenticity. Jerry McGuire better watch his back, he’s about to be replaced! Well done 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Amit, thank you. Your words mean so much...

[@tarasuppleton]

I agree!!

[@buckpauley]

true very true

[@phillipnorris3rd]

A thousand TED talks? you are committed to TED!

[@justinesaxenn]

When you have the right mindset, then you will look for every single learning opportunity and learn. That is the key to growth and to success. Great talk because it spreads an extremely important lesson/point for parents, teachers and leaders.

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Exactly, the best know there is always more to learn!

[@lannydaslin]

yes true, the mind can master anything

[@jakobdewl]

It's everything isn't it!

[@erickjans]

MINDSET MATTERS!

[@sergeypestovskiy]

yes I agree.

[@ethanblack6413]

"people who don't just get there, but stay there." This. Maintaining is such an important part of success.

[@MollyFletcherCo]

So true Ethan!

[@darioconsolata8691]

"stop focusing on the competition against others and start focusing on competing against yourself." this sums up so much of what we should be striving for as people.

[@suebakernottly]

This is why I love TED, we get to see great powerful women speak, and what makes it different from men, is authenticity. Beautiful Molly, just beautiful, women are strong too, stronger than men!

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Thank you Sue.

[@suebakernottly]

@@MollyFletcherCo I really got this, thanks Molly, It lit a fire under me!

[@---nameless---]

We can have a growth mindset at any stage of our life!

[@luisaesperanza]

I love seeing stories of daughters who have been motivated so positively from their fathers. Good talk.

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Luisa, thank you. Great Dad no doubt.

[@luisa.6520]

i love this type of things too!

[@aleenaaleenapearce9892]

Brilliant! Thank you Molly Fletcher :)

[@cameronriley757]

I'm shaping my mindset everyday and it's helping me see my weakness grows into a strenghtness day by day....

[@andrea-harrison]

Molly, this put a fire in my belly that I haven't felt in so long! Thank you!!

[@priowgirl119]

She has got it right, going to watch this again!

[@shastahasta]

awesome send PG!

[@caroldendy851]

@@shastahasta hah, you got it too!

[@shastahasta]

@@caroldendy851 haha yes beat you again!

[@caroldendy851]

@@shastahasta Ill get 1st next time, lol

[@hooponopono8528]

I kinda wish this talk was longer, giving more details about the studies conducted and how conclusive their results were.

[@janetsplace1953]

yes me too!

[@muhammad-baksh]

Very powerful, mind transforming and if you think about it, "go out into the world and do something so you can talk about it". Sometimes its the simple stuff that gets you off the sofa.

[@deborahboyer1941]

I need this Motivation is very important for me Really It's wonderful sharing.

[@iamdadubdab]

Honestly when I've thought of being successful, I've always thought about it in a bigger picture kind of way but I am definitely understanding how that can hinder me long term! Thank you Ms Fletcher, this is an incredible talk.

[@agathachristie7253]

Helping others to grow and evolve and become their best version of themselves is always important. Great job . Having an Evolved Mentality for Success is too important.

[@tarasuppleton]

I needed this today, feeling flat being back at work wondering where I fit? Listening to Molly I feel like I fit where I want to fit. Thank you!

[@suebakernottly]

Thanks for forwarding this to me Tara!

[@johnsondubois816]

Same same Tara good link to send me!

[@gobigorgohome1161]

Could be one of the most straightforward and powerful talks on mindset. Molly takes it to the next level. You know if only schools taught this we might solve a lot of this countries issues.

[@thomaspowell3rd]

VERY TRUE

[@bro7269]

She is so right. I’m training for a half ironman triathlon. At my age it’s a long road and I know the celebration after crossing the finish line is a short lived event. It’s too much work for too little reward so you have to enjoy the process of getting a little better everyday. Get just 1% better everyday and see what happens!

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Exactly!

[@harrisonstenson8324]

This womans energy is incredible! So magnetic and powerful. Very pleased to have come across this talk as she is easy to be inspired by.

[@dwconsultingsolutions309]

I absolutely love your AUTHENTIC delivery, Molly! Your content captures the essence of success. A perfect example of following Mr. Ziglar’s guidance. I met you at The Honda Classic in Palm Beach Gardens a few years back as you keynoted for their Professional Women’s Day. Bought your book, A Winner’s Guide to Negotiating, and chatted a bit after the event. Happy to share your awesome 18min of wisdom! Many thanks for your inspiration. 👏👌

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Thank you for staying connected...loved the Prof Women's Day events.

[@jessedurham5312]

I believe the amount of time we spend believing we can't is more than enough time to learn how you can. This is an amazing talk Molly, thanks!

[@janetsplace1953]

yes!!!

[@jhbarnes]

Keep the drive alive. Amazing words of good wisdom Molly!

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Jason, thank you!

[@nicopetey]

This talk has me so fired up! I don't know if it's her voice or her energy but she is definitely motivating me to go out and live!

[@itsmesamrendall]

you watched finally, how long ago did I send you the link to this?

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Love to hear it Nico!

[@itsmesamrendall]

@@MollyFletcherCo nico is always getting the props lol

[@MollyFletcherCo]

@@itsmesamrendall sounds like the props need to go to you for sharing my video with Nico ;)

[@helenimnotready]

I quite like you Molly Fletcher! From the practices picked up from your Father, to the Zigs of Zig, naturally driven by Sport & Performance, going out and doing something so you could talk about it and then delivering your observations & secrets like its just another fantastic energetic day here on earth. You are a wonderful role model.

[@marleydocker59]

LOVE THIS - Smart and powerful talk.

[@johnwillig9174]

Bravo Molly! Fabulous presentation and lessons for everyone at all ages!

[@MollyFletcherCo]

John, thank you!

[@rosemerle540]

I am an artist, and people often say how they wish they were that talented or could do what I do- My response Is always ‘It is honestly just practice and tears’. Natural talent for anything is rare, persistence and dedication to something you aren’t naturally good at is even rarer, but by far more inspiring and empowering.

[@PedroSilva-gv1xl]

very good this content of this video contribution friend, the explanation is absolutely good it helps me a lot with this information

[@tigersallaroundus]

This makes so much sense to me... I hate when I do things good and people tell me "it's because you are smart." I always said, "Noooo. It's because I try hard."

[@simonoshlor]

This really does explain why a lot of people fail, while feeling like "something special". In that sense I know people who would "rest on their laurels" thinking that they cannot fail. And when they do the result is a severe inferiority complex. Molly, your talk really points this out clearly, and provides the solution. Thanks.

[@nicoyou11]

What an incredible talk! Fear of failing can stop so many things you want to do in life. But as you say, drive to get a little better every day is the way! Thank you!

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Thanks Nicolas, and remember - failure is just feedback!

[@salsadevrees]

This Champion mindset thing is EXACTLY what I need. I never understood why I couldn't bring myself to achieve anything if I didn't get it right the first time, and to be honest it always bothered me. But this makes sense, and I'm going to start working on it. Thank you!

[@robertlcbranson6834]

That's incredible. I think the most powerful aspect is how she phrased, applied, and exemplified the concepts. It's so simple, yet so powerful.

[@jessyclaston]

Powerful words and thoughts! Love the Zig material!

[@granmabecker]

Love it, there's so much passion and earnestness in her voice it's hard to not feel the force of what drives her!

[@deepfocus1540]

I am a college student and from my personal observations of my peers, and myself i am a strong believer in this idea of " mindset" the mind is a very powerful tool and if manipulated correctly, it can bring you to incredible pinnacles.

[@robertcardenas58]

I needed to see this. Thank you.

[@MollyFletcherCo]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@whatmotivatesyou6449]

I really needed this after the day I've had. I got knocked so far down I don't know how I'll get back up, this video has helped me so much I need to pick myself up just because I'm at the bottom now doesn't mean I'll always be.

[@andrewmoore1272]

This actually made me realize that I should put so much effort in order to achieve what I want in my life. I am so glad I stumbled upon this video, it really made an impact in my life.

[@nikhilgoyal007]

Loved it, thank you!!

[@lucyiberard1219]

Such fierce determination, even at that age! Well done Molly, it's clear you were destined for success.

[@claire-mortimer]

What an absolute inspiration this woman is. I love her drive and motivation.

[@keiseanreyvalencia6459]

This proves that thinking only your goal and getting better everyday, work hard no matter how slow the progress whent the time comes you can be a champion. Thanks molly for sharing this great advice and motivation.

[@bellathomas3440]

Thank you for reminding us we are responsible for our own outcomes and how we not only train our body but our minds.

[@erikhall7110]

Really impressive presentation! One sentence in particular really resonated with me (when you were speaking about the ‘best’): “They don’t have a rear-view mirror” 👍🏼

[@MollyFletcherCo]

No rear view mirror - just big windshield :)

[@ximenajantonio]

I love what she says around the 6:20 mark, just reaffirms all that stuff abut being better than the person you were yesterday.

[@ankebloem]

There is so much positivity to be gained in just BELIEVING that you're capable of achieving the things you want!

[@alextwarburton]

Wonderful part about her father setting her on the path of a champion. I hope to be that person for my children.

[@MichelleHiskey]

Love me some Molly Fletcher! Great talk. You always deliver!

[@MollyFletcherCo]

As do you my friend Michelle. Big hugs to you.

[@lavozdelasociedad3306]

Hey

[@carllokit]

I just love hearing this lady's voice! Her confidence and just the energy within her whole demeanor is amazing.

[@beckeralan2]

Loved this, Molly! Thank you for taking the time!

[@ursulayildrim]

I so agree with the secrets of a champion, I am my only competitor. Though in all honesty it took me awhile to realise that. Today we have someone like Molly sharing her knowledge from inside the action. We are very lucky to have access to her in this way. Thank you.

[@Sfdota]

Thank you for phenomenal presentation :D

[@julie-chan]

This is such a great video to learn and understand human behavior. A shared idea on the subject for people like me. High performing and "here let me sabotage this for you." This is about pushing through and challenging a 'set mind' far different from mindset. This can be used for all walks of life!

[@phillipnorris3rd]

Ive seen this posted on a few channels, but never bothered to watch even though I was curious. But wow this is one powerful talk. Thanks!

[@halilibrahim4830]

Even if I don't understand mainly what you said , but I have understood that , whatever comes in life on our way we need to overcome what situation is hard for us .

[@darksolstice1754]

I like hearing Molly Fletcher's insights. She's an amazing woman and always motivates me

[@emmatshields]

This talk is spot on. I have been working on a positive mind set for many years and am dramatically turning my life around. I start out each day with positive affirmations, it put my personality in drive mode..

[@Verma_1.4]

I agree. I teach mindset in our home. I see a difference in my kids.

[@erinhatzikostas4904]

Molly's stories and insights have transformed my life. Love, love this talk and having so much of her insights all packaged into one talk!

[@MollyFletcherCo]

So kind Erin, thanks for paving the way with your TED Talk on authenticity!

[@samanthacollins1551]

Great and very interesting speech, I like Molly Fletcher and love to listen to her. Thanks for sharing.

[@mystory8289]

Definitely needed this. What a Legend. Thank you, Molly

[@billy-martin]

I love how many of her stories are like 'I don't know if they really wanted that or they were just trying to get rid of me.' lol such tenacity.

[@MollyFletcherCo]

"No" is just feedback and feedback helps you get better!

[@rustyacton]

I like what this says about the role of a relationship within yourself. Fostering a connection to your higher self and being your own competitor. Learning to drive your own behaviour for performance and in life. There are two integral parts of me in simple terms. What I do and what I don't do contributes to the quality of my life. Listening to others and observing contributes to teachings of life. Basically you have to get out of your own way.

[@dylanparker4404]

There is something behind these mindsets that motivates us to choose one or the other, the wish to be good. If we wish to be good (i.e selfless and work for the betterment of society) we will choose the right mindset naturally.

[@katarinabloom]

I was praised for being smart for 15 yrs as a child and lo I failed in my Law entrance exam. It was heart breaking and now I still have time to change things before someone overestimates it.

[@lizzaleleflame9967]

so true Katarina! keep going

[@inachanda2647]

This is amazing, thank you so much Molly!

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Thank you Ina.

[@mehdidouinine]

Gotta make sure you've met your own needs and your cup is overflowing before you can start trying to help people.

[@emmajchance]

Simply amazing. A must watch vid. A positive mental attitude is easily the #1 contributing factor to success and well-being.

[@julestempest]

Gosh three and a half minutes in and she's already dropping truth bombs. What a woman.

[@sandycrisp4518]

Molly, thank you for this plethora of experience . You have laid this out so perfectly. Inspiring to say the very least.

[@nataliyabelova]

This is powerful, thanks Molly!

[@itsmesamrendall]

The story about the basketball coach towards the end really drove the message home, well done.

[@iammatrixmike]

Best TED talk I've heard by a mile!

[@josehern2724]

Thank you, we have to be motivated and positive, we are champions when we achieve our goals.

[@11ThaoNguyen11]

Great talk ! Molly expresses better than any good book on the subject, how the growth mind-set applies to social interaction skills, as well as creative and sporting endeavours.

[@margaretpolser2533]

Fantastic job Molly!

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Thank you Margaret!

[@aminahcarr605]

Simply beautiful. And you are better than Tom Cruise!!!

[@darendarendaren]

Loved this, Molly! Thanks for the motivation

[@MollyFletcherCo]

You bet, thank you.

[@movemetoexcel]

Zig would be proud of her!

[@otherworld11]

really, really, outstanding counsel....

[@KaraGoldinHint]

Such an incredible story with so many lessons. Drive. No place for complacency. And stop fearing the fail. Congrats,. Really good!

[@MollyFletcherCo]

This is how Hint was founded my friend! You rock.

[@gsusmakama]

Excellent words from Molly Fletcher, I will follow your advice, I want success in my life

[@rokenbk97]

Molly always knows how to get me motivated!

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Thanks Patrick!

[@lamarjacobs]

Most of our cases of disappointments happened because of the ungrateful feeling when you expect the good things from others but they didn't appreciate your help or work after that your mind is remind you that lots of people didn't deserve your presence with them suddenly you begin to hate the outside of society and getting ill person.

[@mike-good-ames]

‘Complacency is accompanied by unawareness’. This struck something and got me thinking.

[@danielaavendano1]

Incredible video has motivated me too much since you are absolutely right, we should always have a champion mentality and thanks to these secrets I can know it, thanks to you for sharing it, I loved it and I recommend it.

[@dpesca]

Such amazing self-confidence, especially in terms of knowing that she could build that business up! Definitely taking all the advice I can get from her.

[@oceanablue2830]

A champion has the courage to risk failure, knowing that setbacks are lessons to be learned. this video is a product of a global approach to performance.

[@relhen30]

Ohhhhhhhh ok. I watch a lot of Ted Talks and subscribe to more than one of their podcast. But this one hit me differently. I saved it before the end to watch again and again. I really really love this.

[@MollyFletcherCo]

Thanks so much, Bert, that means a lot!

[@vivianpatgreen]

I was already impressed by the book of Carol Dweck, Mindset, it gave me so many new insights and ideas. This video is a confirmation that the growth mindset is very important to all of us. Thanks, great video :).

[@jackiehathway]

Couldn't agree more, mindset is everything.

[@CarleenGodwin]

I fully agree on the need to strengthen the mentality. Very good talk.

[@ianmunene2061]

The truth is that I love everything you do is simply spectacular! VERY GOOD VIDEO

[@msamymorin]

Great talk Molly! You are truly an inspiration 😍😍

[@agungcapitalstyle1240]

We need more people like Molly in the world.

[@evaatkinson7932]

Thank you veeeeery much !

[@01entertainmenttv73]

The value of this video is immeasurable.