When I first started the podcast, Power Up Your Performance, I did it with a mission of learning more about how high achievers think. If someone is a champion in their personal life, their work or sport, what are the thought processes that drive them? What do these people have in common? And what can we learn from them that we might be able to try in our own lives?

At the end of each podcast, I ask the question, "What three traits do you believe all champions possess?" In this episode (embedded above), you can listen to seven high achievers talk about three traits they believe are important.

Here, I'm going to elaborate on a few of those traits (but listen to the podcast because you'll want to hear it in their own words):

1. Resilience. High achievers are not deterred by obstacles. They bounce back. If they struggle, they try again. They seek out ideas and education so they can refine their methods until they ultimately are successful.
2. Grit. You have to be willing to grind and do the...