Shows
Limitless MindsMastering the Art of Learning: How Curiosity Drives Success with Trevor RaganIn this episode, performance coach and founder of The Learner Lab, Trevor Ragan, joins Josh Lifrak and Travis Thomas to explore what it truly means to learn how to learn. From childhood dreams and setbacks to working alongside elite coaches like Coach K and Karch Kiraly, Trevor reveals powerful lessons on curiosity, humility, and the mindset that fuels lasting growth.
2025-10-1457 min
Limitless MindsSuccess Leaves Clues: Talent, Resilience & Work-Life Integration with Justin HirschIn this episode of Limitless Minds, hosts Josh Lifrak and Harry Wilson sit down with executive recruiting leader Justin Hirsch, CEO of Jobplex, to explore what it really takes to identify and nurture top talent.From his 25+ year career placing leaders across Fortune 1000 companies, Justin shares: Why “perfect” is overrated and how aiming around the bullseye can be more effective How neutral thinking applies in business, sports, and parenting The power of seeing yourself on film (and how he uses this with his daughter’s soccer journey) What separates good c...
2025-09-161h 07
Limitless MindsThe Billion-People Vision: Leadership, Mindset & Entrepreneurship with DJ EidsonIn this episode of Success Leaves Clues our head coach and co-host Josh Lifrak interviews co-founder and President of Limitless Minds, in a friend-to-friend conversation about his entrepreneurial journey and leadership philosophy. Drawing from nearly two decades in the pharmaceutical industry, DJ reveals the lessons in discipline, resilience, and relationship-building that set the stage for founding Limitless Minds. He discusses the pivotal decision to leave a successful corporate career, the faith and family support that fueled his leap, and the challenges of transitioning from employee to founder.Beyond business, DJ emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, mindset, and...
2025-09-021h 09
Limitless MindsSteve Johnson on Mental Strength, Learning to Lose, and Life After TennisIn this episode of the Limitless Minds Podcast (Success Leaves Clues Summer Series), hosts Travis Thomas and Josh Lifrak sit down with Steve Johnson—Olympic medalist, four-time ATP champion, and former top-ranked U.S. men’s tennis player. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2025-08-191h 06
Limitless MindsFrom Blue Man to Limitless: Frank Licari on Creativity, Grit, and Getting NeutralIn this lively installment of Success Leaves Clues, Travis Thomas and Josh Lifrak welcome their longtime friend and creative powerhouse Frank Licari. Known for his roles in Blue Man Group, his award-winning TV and film work, and a career that spans acting, music, directing, and producing, Frank pulls back the curtain on his path from sports scholarships to the stages of New York. The conversation blends hilarious behind-the-scenes stories with actionable lessons on resilience, adaptability, and staying grounded under pressure. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...
2025-08-121h 18
Limitless MindsSuccess Leaves Clues: Building High Performance Through Behaviors, Mindset & Culture Welcome to the Success Leaves Clues series takeover by Travis Thomas and Josh Lifrak Why “success is boring” and the importance of repetition in high performance The internal ad campaign: how self-talk impacts outcomes in sports and leadership Neutral thinking and emotional awareness as tools for consistent behavior Lessons from Naomi Osaka, the Georgia Bulldogs, and San Diego airport tantrums Cultivating culture in dynamic teams, from national soccer squads to corporate offices The power of clarity, consistency, and modeling behavior in leadership Travis and Josh’s back...
2025-07-2255 min
Limitless MindsBuilding a Champion's Mindset: Josh Lifrak on the Power of Mental Conditioning and ResilienceIn this episode of Limitless Minds, Josh Lifrak, mental conditioning expert and former director of mental skills for the Chicago Cubs, shares insights on the role of mindset in high performance. Drawing from his experience in Major League Baseball and IMG Academy, he discusses how mental conditioning, resilience, and a commitment to process over results drive athletes to excel. Lifrak emphasizes that mental training isn’t time-intensive but essential for competitive advantage, advising listeners to incorporate small, consistent mental habits for growth. He also reflects on his mentor, Trevor Moawad, and the lasting impact of his guidance in mental fi...
2024-11-051h 01
Evolving PotentialMastering the Mind Game: MLB to ConsultingJoshua Lifrak is currently the Director of Coaching and Performance for the Limitless Minds Organization founded by Russel Wilson, his brother Harry Wilson, and the mental performance legend Trevor Mowaod. He also runs his own consulting business Lift Up Consulting where he has clients from all over the world and regularly delivers speeches, workshops, and consults. Josh's career began with an internship at IMG Academy, the Hogwarts of Youth Sports where many superstar draft athletes train where all his contemporaries have gone on to work in major organizations across the MLB and more. Josh was brought in...
2024-10-081h 24
Hustle Nation Podcast | No-Fluff Leadership, Honest Growth, and Real-World ResultsWhat Is the Secret to Developing a Winning Mindset? | With Joshua LifrakSend us a textWhat if the secret to unlocking your full potential lies not in physical prowess or technical skills but in mastering your mindset? This week we dive deep into the transformative power of mindset with Joshua Lifrak, head coach at Limitless Minds and owner of LiftUp Consulting. From the high-pressure world of professional sports to the dynamic realm of corporate leadership, Joshua shares his insights on why mental skills are no longer optional—they're essential.How did mindset coaching evolve from cold calls to becoming a staple in sports teams and businesses wo...
2024-06-1745 min
High Performance Mindset | Learn from World-Class Leaders, Consultants, Athletes & Coaches about Mindset600: Mindset is a Competitive Advantage with Josh Lifrak, Keynote Speaker & Mental Performance CoachOver the past 18 years, Joshua Lifrak, M.S. has worked with elite athletes and corporate leaders to help them perform at their highest levels. He has also been instrumental in helping transform organizational cultures and individual mindsets to create an environment for optimal development and growth. He is currently the Director of Performance and Coaching for Limitless Minds, a Health and Wellness Technology Company founded by Denver Broncos Quarterback Russell Wilson and Mental Performance Coach and author of It Takes What it Takes – the late Trevor Moawad. He is also the President of Lift Up Consulting.
2024-02-1556 min
Optimal Performance PodcastThe Mental Skills Program That Took the Chicago Cubs to Victory with Joshua LifrakIn this episode, we delve into the world of high-performance coaching with Josh Lifrak, an extraordinary individual with extensive experience as a performance coach in both professional sports and business. Josh took over the mental skills program for the Chicago Cubs in 2014, a pivotal moment in the team's history. In 2016, the Cubs secured their first World Series win in 108 years, and Josh sheds light on how the mental skills program played a vital role in this remarkable achievement. Highlights: The importance of mental skills in high-pressure situations. Building a culture of resilience and growth...
2023-09-1332 min
No Show Dogs: Powered by ReliaQuestNavigating Transitions and Building Champions with Josh Lifrak - Director of Performance and Coaching, Limitless MindsOver the past 18 years, Joshua Lifrak has worked with elite athletes and corporate leaders to help them perform at their highest levels. Currently the Director of Performance and Coaching for Limitless Minds, Lifrak also served as the Director of the Mental Skills Program for the Chicago Cubs from 2014-2019. While there, he helped them win their first World Series in 108 years.In this conversation with ReliaQuest Mental Performance coaches Dr. Nicole Detling and Derin McMains, Lifrak discusses how he has utilized his mental skills to help him have success. He specifically shares how he used them to...
2023-05-3143 minNo Show Dogs: Powered by ReliaQuestNavigating Transitions and Building Champions with Josh Lifrak - Director of Performance and Coaching, Limitless MindsOver the past 18 years, Joshua Lifrak has worked with elite athletes and corporate leaders to help them perform at their highest levels. Currently the Director of Performance and Coaching for Limitless Minds, Lifrak also served as the Director of the Mental Skills Program for the Chicago Cubs from 2014-2019. While there, he helped them win their first World Series in 108 years.In this conversation with ReliaQuest Mental Performance coaches Dr. Nicole Detling and Derin McMains, Lifrak discusses how he has utilized his mental skills to help him have success. He specifically shares how he used them to...
2023-05-3143 min
Coaching Through StoriesThe benefits of neutrality with Josh LifrakVery often, our minds are actively focused on different things—events that have already happened, have yet to happen, or something we judge as either positive or negative. We rarely find our minds neutral, and that, in turn, affects how we interact in the present. A neutral mind leaves us fully in the moment, allowing us to accept what is, not wishing it were something else. Presence enables the mind to focus on what we can control. Our guest today is going to help you and your team find neutrality so that you can achieve your personal an...
2023-02-0148 min
The Heart of InnovationPut Me In Coach, I'm Ready to Play with Josh LifrakThe world of professional sports is undergoing massive innovation in how it deals with mental health and training in the context of high stakes performance. This innovation comes from a surprising combination of player and organization desire for long term value and meaning as well as the desire to succeed and win. Josh Lifrak, former head of Mental Skills programs with the Chicago Cubs, tells us how human flourishing can happen in what may seem like an unlikely business and the lessons that can be learned for individuals and organizations seeking long term happiness and success. Intro and O...
2022-10-311h 15
Coming Up Clutch with J.R. Helping Pro and Executive Athletes maximize their success and significanceWednesday Recap | Joshua LifrakWhen things are going great, what are you doing to get better? Wait, what? Did I just ask you a trick question? When I sense that someone is all bark and no bite, it really makes them feel uncomfortable when I ask them that question. "But, I'm good, J.R. Things are going well right now." You catch that? "Right now." The inevitable storm is coming. Problem is, by the time these cats are ready to prepare for it, it's too late. Here's...
2022-08-1715 minComing Up Clutch with J.R. Helping Pro and Executive Athletes maximize their success and significanceJoshua Lifrak | The Overlooked Mindset Shift That's Necessary to ThriveHow many times in your life have you heard the phrase, "Stay positive"? After a screw-up… After a loss… After a breakup… It's an innocent, well-meaning little phrase that's tougher to accept than most people want to admit. To be honest, the LAST thing I want to do is "stay positive" when I'm feeling like crap. So, what's the answer? Mindset expert and 2016 World Series Champion, Joshua Lifrak, shares his answer today on the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show. In this latest e...
2022-08-1550 min
The Running for Real PodcastJosh Lifrak: Be Present, Not PerfectJosh Lifrak was the director of the Chicago Cubs' Mental Skills Program when they won the 2016 World Series, ending a 108-year championship drought. He was the Mental Performance Coach for the New York Mets, and now he helps even more people optimize their performance through his work with Limitless Minds. The Covid-19 pandemic has made the past couple of years hard for a lot of us. Today Josh shares his advice on how to work through these difficult times. "I was realizing that I could have a bigger reach, a bigger scope of contribution in...
2021-12-241h 07
ReliaQuest Podcast NetworkTalkin' Mindset with Murph: Special Guest - Mental Performance Coach Josh Lifrak Pt.3In this 13-minute episode: here are some things that are discussed: Committing to the role you’re in and controlling your effort The importance of focus and feedback Mantras
2021-05-1113 minReliaQuest Podcast NetworkTalkin' Mindset with Murph: Special Guest - Mental Performance Coach Josh Lifrak Pt.2In this 14-minute episode, here are some things that are discussed:Strategies the Cubs used to shift their mindset to see themselves as champions before they became champions Eliminating “try, should, would and could” Chicago Cubs and San Antonio Spurs collaboration on recruiting Five levels of a major league baseball player and how it equates to all of us in our work
2021-05-0414 minReliaQuest Podcast NetworkTalkin' Mindset with Murph: Special Guest - Mental Performance Coach Josh Lifrak Pt.1In this 20-minute episode, here are some things that are discussed: Lifrak’s take on why mindset is so important Our default negative mindset Focus on the process over results Value of Routines – “Get ready to be ready” Knowing your big rocks and small rocks
2021-04-2720 min
MASTER YOUR MINDSET: Tools to Win the Inner-GameEpisode 104- Joshua LifrakWe sit down with MLB Mental Performance Coach and President of Lift Up Consulting, Josh Lifrak. Josh earned a World Series ring while being the Director of Mental Skills Program with the Chicago Cubs. He consulted with the USC Tennis while they won multiple National Championships. And he worked as a Mental Conditioning Consultant with IMG Academy for nearly a decade. His story is very unique and inspiring. Get ready to learn and get better!
2020-06-1134 min
High Performance Mindset | Learn from World-Class Leaders, Consultants, Athletes & Coaches about Mindset292: 5 Mental Skills the Elite Master with Josh Lifrak, Mental Skills Expert and Professional SpeakerJosh Lifrak served as the Director of the Mental Skills Program for the Chicago Cubs from 2014 to 2019. His greatest passion is to help people discover their full potential. He has been a part of six national championship with the most recent being the 2016 World Series with the Chicago Cubs. Josh holds a Master's degree in Exercise Science with a specialization in Sports Psychology from Ithaca College. He has been a leader in the mental training and mindfulness industry for the past fifteen years, and has helped many teams, individuals, and businesses reach peak performance. On his off-time J...
2019-11-2844 min
The Running for Real PodcastJosh Lifrak: Embrace The Days That SuckYou may have recently read somewhere, "What would you attempt to do if you knew you could not fail?" This question is obviously meant to inspire you to do the things you have put off by putting your tepidness, laziness, or fears behind you. If you knew you wouldn't fail, you might attempt much more than you currently do. What is it about the thought of failure that stops us? There's a different way to think about failure and what we decide to do with our time in the face of it. Consider the following question:
2019-05-211h 05
Building Championship MindsetsMindset for Execution - “Train Your Mind to Perform” with Josh Lifrak, Director of Mental Skills Training Program Chicago CubsWelcome to “Building Championship Mindsets. | the Podcast!” From the LockerRoom to the BoardRoom, our purpose is to help individuals, teams, and organizations understand and leverage the power of Mindset and Leadership to drive results and achieve sustainable performance excellence. Dr. Amber Selking is the Mental Performance Consultant for Head Coach Brian Kelly and the Notre Dame Football team, and does speaking and training for sports teams and business organizations around the globe. She is the Director of People Performance at Lippert Components, Inc., a publicy-traded manufacturing company whose corporate vision is to change the model of work in this world, demons...
2019-04-0123 min
Building Championship MindsetsMindset for Execution - “Train Your Mind to Perform” with Josh Lifrak, Director of Mental Skills Training Program Chicago CubsWelcome to “Building Championship Mindsets. | the Podcast!” From the LockerRoom to the BoardRoom, our purpose is to help individuals, teams, and organizations understand and leverage the power of Mindset and Leadership to drive results and achieve sustainable performance excellence. Dr. Amber Selking is the Mental Performance Consultant for Head Coach Brian Kelly and the Notre Dame Football team, and does speaking and training for sports teams and business organizations around the globe. She is the Director of People Performance at Lippert Components, Inc., a publicy-traded manufacturing company whose corporate vision is to change the model of work in this world, demons...
2019-04-0123 min
90% MentalKen Ravizza Tribute - Part 4 - Episode 50In celebrating the life and work of Ken Ravizza, one of the most renowned mental performance coaches in sports. I am joined by 12 professionals and friends in a four part series, where they share intimate stories and reflections about this incredible man's work, passion, and energy. Ken, was one of the pioneers that not only pushed sport psychology to the forefront, but had a major hand integrating mental skills training into Major League Baseball. Even though, Ken had touched thousands of students, athletes, coaches, and organizations in a such a positive way, these 12 interviews will signify Ken's imprint on all...
2018-09-2749 min
90% MentalKen Ravizza Tribute - Part 3 - Episode 50In celebrating the life and work of Ken Ravizza, one of the most renowned mental performance coaches in sports. I am joined by 12 professionals and friends in a four part series, where they share intimate stories and reflections about this incredible man's work, passion, and energy. Ken, was one of the pioneers that not only pushed sport psychology to the forefront, but had a major hand integrating mental skills training into Major League Baseball. Even though, Ken had touched thousands of students, athletes, coaches, and organizations in a such a positive way, these 12 interviews will signify Ken's imprint on all...
2018-09-2747 min
90% MentalKen Ravizza Tribute - Part 2 - Episode 50In celebrating the life and work of Ken Ravizza, one of the most renowned mental performance coaches in sports. I am joined by 12 professionals and friends in a four part series, where they share intimate stories and reflections about this incredible man's work, passion, and energy. Ken, was one of the pioneers that not only pushed sport psychology to the forefront, but had a major hand integrating mental skills training into Major League Baseball. Even though, Ken had touched thousands of students, athletes, coaches, and organizations in a such a positive way, these 12 interviews will signify Ken's imprint on all...
2018-09-2737 min
90% MentalKen Ravizza Tribute - Four Part Series - Part 1 - Episode 50In celebrating the life and work of Ken Ravizza, one of the most renowned mental performance coaches in sports. I am joined by 12 professionals and friends in a four part series, where they share intimate stories and reflections about this incredible man's work, passion, and energy. Ken, was one of the pioneers that not only pushed sport psychology to the forefront, but had a major hand integrating mental skills training into Major League Baseball. Even though, Ken had touched thousands of students, athletes, coaches, and organizations in a such a positive way, these 12 interviews will signify Ken's imprint on all...
2018-09-271h 06High Performance Mindset | Learn from World-Class Leaders, Consultants, Athletes & Coaches about Mindset131: Owning the Moment & Pro Sport with Josh Lifrak, Director of the Mental Skills Program with the Chicago CubsDuring this Facebook Life event, Josh Lifrak, Director of the Mental Skills Program with the Chicago Cubs, and Cindra talk about working in Pro Sport, her new book Beyond Grit, and the 10 Powerful Practices to Gain the High Performing Edge. To order a copy of Beyond Grit, go to BeyondGrit.com. Order by Thursday, Sept. 7th at 11:59 EST and you will receive $5 off, free shipping, free audiobook, and free ebook. www.BeyondGrit.com
2017-09-0740 min
The Weekly Yes, And PodcastEpisode 64: That's Cub with Josh LifrakSpring Training 2017 has begun - and nowhere is their more excitement in Major League Baseball than in the locker room of the World Champion Chicago Cubs. In September, Travis was honored to get to work with the players and coaches of the Chicago Cubs Instructional League. These are the young players who represent the future of the Cubs. Travis was brought in by Josh Lifrak who is the Director of Mental Skills for the Cubs.
In Episode 64 of The Weekly YAP - Travis got Josh on the phone to talk about the culture inside the Cubs organization...
2017-02-2833 min
The Success 101 Podcast with Jarrod Warren: Peak Performance | Maximum Productivity#137: Josh Lifrak–The 108 Year Road to Winning the World SeriesEPISODE #137: Josh Lifrak “The 108 Year Road to Winning the World Series” They finally did it! After 108 long years, the drought is over, and the Chicago Cubs are once again reigning World Series Champions! Join me on episode 137 as I visit with mental strength coach, Josh Lifrak, as he describes the incredible…
2016-11-1400 minHigh Performance Mindset | Learn from World-Class Leaders, Consultants, Athletes & Coaches about Mindset12: Chicago Cubs Director of Mental Training Talks Winning Mindset & Big Dreams, Josh LifrakIn this interview, the Director of Mental Training for the Chicago Cubs, Josh Lifrak, discusses the winning mindset and his CUB acronym which guides his work with the organization. His interview is full of passion and energy as he discusses the importance of choosing every day to be the human being that YOU want to be and how to stay awake and aware to be your best. If you are anything like me, you will be cheering the Cubs Organization on in their quest to the World Series after this interview! To follow Josh, check out his...
2015-10-0532 min