Beyond the Break : The Surf-Inspired Success Code for Business and Life.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hall, Christo.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Hall, Christo.

Businessmen--Australia--Sydney (N.S.W.)--Biography.

Businessmen.

Surfers--Australia--Sydney (N.S.W.)--Biography.

Surfers.

Surfing--Anecdotes.

Surfing.

Entrepreneurship--Anecdotes.

Entrepreneurship.

Success in business.

Work-life balance.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (218 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Newark : John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, 2024.

Summary:

What can a big wave teach you about living a big life? Sharing remarkable experiences from the world of professional surfing, Christo Hall offers a unique perspective on how we operate under pressure. Beyond the Break tells the story of a man finding his path in life -- and the surf lessons along the way that shaped his attitude for entrepreneurial success. With this book, you'll join Christo on globe-trotting adventures and uncover the lessons he learned on the waves (or being pounded by them!). Discover how that wisdom from the waves can help you take your goals to the next level, from finding your purpose to managing anxiety and seizing opportunities outside your comfort zone. From big waves in Hawaii to swimming with sharks in South Africa, Christo reveals an intimate glimpse inside the mindset and lifestyle of a pro surfer. His journey from sportsman to renowned business mentor interlaces stories of adrenaline-stoked competitions and misadventures in partying with insightful reflections. From Christo's stories and practical advice, you'll discover how to: Handle your own inner critic Understand your limits and pick your battles Overcome failures and move forward to success Hone your mindset and boost your focus Find your motivation and align your goals with your purpose With Beyond the Break, you'll find the inspirational stories and the tips and strategies you need to take your own adventures to next level -- in surf, business and life.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1 Hawaii: The biggest opportunities often appear to be mistakes

Lessons from the ocean

Carve your path

Chapter 2 Narrabeen: It's not about how hard you work

it's about the results you get

An entrepreneur is born

Strategy beats talent

Chapter 3 First European trip: The most powerful resource to generate success is you!

Meeting the inner voice

Chapter 4 Australia: Know your purpose

Preparing, and visualising, for success

The value of a higher purpose

Chapter 5 Indonesia: Look where you want to go

Learning to rise above

Chapter 6 Maldives: Routines are magic

Stick to the routine

Stay focused - always

Chapter 7 Africa: I've already lost, so I have nothing to lose

Flipping visualisation on its head

Chapter 8 France: Where your focus goes, results flow

Divided values

Harnessing opportunities

Chapter 9 Spain and Portugal: Done is better than perfect

Imperfect action versus inaction

Chapter 10 Kangaroo and Canary Islands: Your beliefs about yourself are BS

Overriding fear

Battling limiting beliefs

Chapter 11 Japan and Brazil: Invest in growth

Finding new challenges, and new mentors

Understanding the power of the mind

Chapter 12 Hawaii and home (again): Learn, have fun and maintain health

Reordering priorities.

Progressing through the stages of business

Going beyond the break

EULA.

Notes:

Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.

ISBN:

9781394280841

139428084X

9781394280858

1394280858

OCLC:

1453335740