The Medalist Mindset Workshop
Rebuild connection and resilience, and refocus teams during periods of transition
About This Workshop
The Medalist Mindset Workshop is a high-impact experience designed to rebuild connection and resilience and to refocus teams during periods of transition. Drawing from Shannon Rowbury's career as a 3-time Olympian and the neuroscience of peak performance, each session blends storytelling and reflection with interactive exercises.
It's available as a single session, a 3-part series, or a comprehensive 5-session program, and each format is designed to meet your team where they are. Whether you're looking for a powerful one-time experience or an extended deep-dive, the workshop scales to deliver lasting transformation.
Session 1: Reflection & Reconnection. Teams revisit their shared goals and explore the mindset shifts needed to navigate change. Through guided exercises and Shannon's personal story, participants build self-awareness and reconnect with purpose.
Session 2: Building Resilience Together. Focused on team bonding and resilience-building techniques. Participants learn frameworks for managing pressure and supporting teammates through setbacks.
Session 3: Forward Momentum. In this capstone session, teams turn actionable commitments and accountability structures into a concrete plan for sustaining the medalist mindset beyond the workshop.
Session 4 (5-Session Program): Leading Through Pressure. An advanced session on decision-making under stress and on developing leadership presence in high-stakes moments.
Session 5 (5-Session Program): Sustaining Excellence. The final session focuses on building systems for long-term peak performance and a culture of continuous improvement that prevents burnout.
Workshop Facilitator
Shannon Rowbury
First woman in US history to medal in the Olympic 1500-meter race
Shannon Rowbury is a three-time Olympian and two-time World bronze medalist who also won Olympic bronze, and she brings an elite athlete's performance tools to business and leadership environments. As the creator of Medalist Mindset™, Shannon helps leaders and teams strengthen resilience and build a mindset for long-term success, including how to perform under pressure.
Session Options
Who This Workshop Is For
Teams navigating change, from reorgs and post-layoff transitions to leadership shifts, as well as organizations investing in culture. Ideal for leadership cohorts, annual programs, SKOs, sales teams, ERGs, and executive retreats.
Flexible Options
Choose Your Workshop Format
Available as a single powerful session or an extended series for deeper transformation. Each format is tailored to meet your team where they are.
Single Session
A powerful standalone experience
A focused, high-impact workshop session that introduces the Medalist Mindset framework. Perfect for team offsites, kickoffs, or conference breakout sessions.
- 60–90 minute interactive session
- Guided reflection exercises
- Medalist Mindset framework introduction
- Personal action plan takeaway
3-Session Series
Our most popular format
The complete Medalist Mindset program, from reflection and resilience through to forward momentum. Each session builds on the last for deep, lasting transformation.
- Three 60–90 minute sessions
- Session 1: Reflection & Reconnection
- Session 2: Building Resilience Together
- Session 3: Forward Momentum & Action Plans
- Workbook and materials included
- Between-session assignments
5-Session Program
Comprehensive team transformation
The full Medalist Mindset experience with two advanced sessions on leading through pressure and sustaining excellence. Designed for teams committed to lasting culture change.
- Five 60–90 minute sessions
- Full 3-session core curriculum
- Session 4: Leading Through Pressure
- Session 5: Sustaining Excellence
- Complete workbook and resources
- Between-session assignments
- Post-program follow-up guide
All formats available in-person, virtual, or hybrid. Pricing varies based on format, group size, and customization.
Workshop Outcomes
What You'll Walk Away With
What You'll Learn
- 1Master the 5 Keys of the Medalist Mindset™: Goal Architecture, Resilient Focus, Performance Under Pressure, Mindful Routines, and Work-Life Integration
- 2Develop practical reset tools and routines that compound into lasting performance improvements
- 3Build resilience and accountability frameworks that teams can apply to real deadlines and high-pressure moments
- 4Create a shared performance language that strengthens team connection and communication
Key Takeaways
- A shared performance language your team can reference daily
- Practical reset tools for high-pressure moments and tight deadlines
- Meaningful daily routines with compounding positive effects
- Resilience and accountability frameworks for real-world application
- Immediately applicable mindset tools backed by Olympic-level performance science
Workshop Details
Materials Included
- Medalist Mindset™ workbook for each participant
- Session slides and reference materials
- Team reflection exercises and action planning templates
Prerequisites
None. The workshop is designed for professionals at all levels and across all industries.
Customization Available
Sessions can be tailored for specific industries and roles: engineering teams focusing on sprint management, cybersecurity leaders managing incident pressure, sales teams navigating quota performance, or executive groups building strategic resilience.
Tailoring is done through a content alignment meeting with the speaker prior to your event.
What Participants Say
Trusted by Leading Organizations
Shannon Rowbury has worked with these organizations and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the 5 Keys covered in the Medalist Mindset™?
The program covers Goal Architecture, Resilient Focus, Performance Under Pressure, Mindful Routines, and Work-Life Integration. Together they form a comprehensive framework drawn from Shannon's experience as a 3x Olympian and Olympic medalist.
Can the series be delivered virtually?
Yes. The Medalist Mindset™ series is available in-person, virtually, or in a hybrid format. Virtual sessions maintain the same interactive quality with digital collaboration tools and breakout discussions.
Is there a condensed single-session option?
Yes. In addition to the 3-part series, Shannon offers a Half-Day Intensive (3-4 hours) or a single 60-90 minute session that covers the core framework. These are ideal for offsites and SKOs, plus conference breakouts.
What industries has Shannon worked with?
Shannon has delivered the Medalist Mindset™ for engineering teams, cybersecurity leaders (InfoSec World, C-Vision CISO Summit), sales organizations, executive leadership groups, ERGs, and companies including Microsoft, Abbott, and Strava.
Are materials included?
Yes. Every participant receives the Medalist Mindset™ workbook and session slides, plus team reflection exercises. Optional add-ons include pulse updates between sessions and virtual team check-in meetings.
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