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.
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What happens after you’ve climbed your Everest? In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer explore the arrival fallacy—the belief that reaching a long-term goal will bring lasting fulfillment. Using Rory McIlroy’s post-Masters win slump as a case study, they examine the emotional weight that can follow major a
In this episode, Drs. Drew Brannon and Cory Shaffer explore the value of a mid-year check-in. With summer in full swing, it’s the ideal time to take inventory, evaluate your progress, and make thoughtful adjustments to ensure you're on track to meet your annual goals. Like halftime in a game, this moment offers a strat
Episode 333: Leading South Carolina’s Largest School District with Dr. Burke Royster
In this episode, Dr. Milt Lowder sits down with Dr. Burke Royster, Superintendent of Greenville County Schools—the largest district in South Carolina with 78,000 students. Fresh off a historic graduation rate of 88%, they explore the challenges and strategies behind managing a vast school system. Burke emphasizes the i
In this episode, Dr. Cory Shaffer talks with Carly Silverstein and Brett Gray, co-founders of Sack the Stigma, about the critical need to destigmatize mental health struggles among current and former student-athletes—and beyond. They explore the cultural pressures of sports, the strength in vulnerability, and the impor
Drs. Milt Lowder and Cory Shaffer dive into the mental game behind Rory McIlroy’s journey to Masters victory this past April. Drawing insights from his post-win press conference at Augusta National, they explore the mindset required for elite performance, the psychological hurdles of chasing a career Grand Slam, and wh
In this episode, Dr. Drew Brannon sits down with Scott Watkins, Senior Vice President, Advanced Manufacturing Market Leader at Clayco. Scott shares his path to leadership and how forward-thinking organizations gain a competitive edge by investing in people. He unpacks the critical role of talent development and how fos