The GRIT Formula for Winning and the Best Compliment I’ve Ever Heard (You’d Never Guess It)
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The GRIT Formula for Winning and the Best Compliment I’ve Ever Heard (You’d Never Guess It)
What is the GRIT Formula?
The GRIT formula has revolutionized how leaders and innovators approach challenges in sports and business. In this blog, we explore GRIT’s impact on sports innovation, perseverance, and ultimate success.
The Best Compliment: A Lesson in Resilience
Picture this: I’m at a reunion with my old football buddies, reminiscing about the “good ol’ days” when we were all convinced we’d go pro. Spoiler alert: none of us did.
In the middle of this nostalgia, one of my friends turns to me and asks, “What’s the best compliment you’ve ever received?” Daunting, but yet interesting, as I was never properly asked this question before. You’d expect some epic tale of triumph as my answer, right? Maybe about how I was this close to being scouted for a top club or how I had the sharpest footwork on the field. But no, I paused for dramatic effect (obviously) and said, “Actually, it’s from my brother.”
Cue the eye rolls. But hear me out.
What he told me wasn’t about talent or glory, nothing in that scope really. He simply uttered five words – “You never, ever give up.” That’s it. Not, “Wow, you’re so talented!” or “You were the heart of the team!” Instead, his sentiment hung in the lines of, “Well, you tried. And you just kept… trying.”
It was a polite version of, “You weren’t the best, but at least you didn’t quit.”
And you know what? He was right. Whether it was those brutal 90-minute games or the countless corner kicks that went nowhere, I just kept going, kept pushing until something gave in. I didn’t have the raw talent, but I had something else: GRIT . That relentless drive to keep pushing forward, no matter how hard things got.
- GRIT: We All Know It, But Do We Really Get It?
Whether you’re an athlete on the field, an entrepreneur launching a startup, or a business leader driving innovation, the playing field is strikingly similar – GRIT is the secret sauce. It’s the relentless passion and perseverance that keeps you going when others would quit. It’s not flashy. It’s not glamorous. And it’s definitely not easy. But it’s what separates those who succeed from those who almost made it.
- GRIT in Action: One Key Ingredient Across Sports, Business, and Tech
GRIT isn’t just feel-good motivation; it’s a proven game-changer. And the proof is everywhere:
In Business: Elon Musk’s Fourth Rocket Attempt
Elon Musk didn’t just face minor setbacks. He burned through almost everything he had after three failed rocket launches with SpaceX. The first failure was bad enough, but the next two would have reasonably deterred any sane person from even considering another one. The fourth launch was his last shot, if it failed, SpaceX would be done, and he’d be bankrupt. But he didn’t quit. That fourth rocket launched successfully, and the rest is history. SpaceX is now pioneering space exploration because Musk kept showing up.
- The GRIT Formula for Winning
As Woody Allen famously said, “80% of success is showing up.” GRIT is about showing up, especially when it’s hard, especially when you don’t want to, and especially when it feels like you’re getting nowhere. And here’s the magic: when you show up enough times, success finds its way to you.
- GRIT in Sports Tech: Witness it Live at HYPE’s 2025 AI & Tech Showcase
In sports innovation, resilience and adaptability are crucial, and GRIT embodies these qualities.
Applying GRIT in Sports Innovation
Speaking of showing up, now is the perfect time to see GRIT in action in the world of sports tech. On November 20th, HYPE is hosting a showcase of the best AI and tech solutions poised to shape 2025 – real case studies already creating impact and driving results in the sports industry.
The twist? Many of the startups you’ll see have been tirelessly building and refining their AI solutions for the last three to four years, long before AI became today’s hottest buzzword. These founders faced early-stage challenges, market shifts, and tech hurdles but kept pushing forward. That’s GRIT in action, and that resilience is exactly what this event celebrates.
Join us to witness cutting-edge AI applications in two main areas:
- On the pitch: Enhancing performance, analytics, coaching, and scouting.
- Off the pitch: Driving business growth through fan engagement and increasing revenue.
Don’t miss your chance to experience these innovations and the resilience that made them possible. For more details and to register, click here. See you there!
Ready to Elevate Your Performance With AI? Click Here (Limited seats available).
Stay tuned for more,
With Love for sports and innovation,
Amir Raveh,
“80% of success is showing up.” – Woody Allan
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