In this powerful premiere of Pursuit of Excellence, host Tinja Anderson sits down with Olympic-level athlete, actress, executive coach, and author Yvana Hepburn-Bailey for a raw and riveting conversation on identity, resilience, and redefining success. Together, they explore what it truly means to pursue excellence beyond titles, trophies, and external validation.
Yvana shares the highs and lows of her journey: from elite competition and starring as Laila Ali, to confronting athletic depression and building a legacy rooted in purpose, recovery, and emotional growth. She opens up about the soul work required to rise again, the power of vulnerability, and why high performers must learn to play again in order to sustain greatness.
This episode is a masterclass in grit, reinvention, and unlocking your next level, not by doing more, but by becoming more. If you're feeling stuck, burned out, or on the verge of your next big pivot, this conversation will fuel your fire. Topics include:
- The silent struggles of elite performers
- How to recover and rise after identity loss
- Why your story is your superpower
- Cultivating coachability and emotional resilience
- The life-changing impact of releasing control
The pursuit starts here.
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