Create & Nurture: Josh Himbury and Developing Athletes

22/07/2025 56 min

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SponsorMomentous - Get 20% off your purchase at livemomentous.com when you enter code PLAYBOOK20SummaryIn this conversation, Joshua Himbury shares his journey from elite athlete to coach and his transition into the sports business world. He discusses the influential figures in his life, the challenges of moving away from competitive sports, and the importance of education, particularly through his Sports MBA. Joshua emphasizes the skills gained from athletics that translate into professional life, such as goal orientation and teamwork. He also reflects on his current involvement in skiing and coaching, his personal development goals, and the significance of recovery in maintaining balance in life.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Joshua Himbury and His Background02:59 The Journey into Mogul Skiing06:00 Understanding Australian Skiing Geography08:49 The Competitive Mindset in Mogul Skiing11:55 Transitioning from Athlete to Coach15:02 Memorable Experiences in Skiing17:51 Physical and Mental Preparation for Skiing20:58 The Role of Coaches in Athletic Development24:12 Reflections on Retirement and Coaching27:01 Influential Coaches and Their Impact29:29 Navigating the Transition from Athlete to Coach32:41 Exploring Coaching as a Career Path35:23 Pursuing Education: The Sports MBA Journey39:20 Experiences in the Sports MBA Program42:40 Translating Athletic Skills to Professional Life45:54 Current Involvement in Skiing and Coaching48:01 Personal Superpowers and Development Goals51:00 Recovery and Recharging in Daily Life52:26 Coaching Philosophy and Final ThoughtsRelevant Links & ContactLinkedin: Joshua-Himburyinstagram: @joshhimburyFollow The Next Playbook www.TheNextPlaybook.comInstagram | Facebook | LinkedIn | Podcast | Blog

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