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Dr. Haley Perlus

Dr. Haley Perlus

PhD Sport Psychology, Author and Expert in High-Performance Strategies

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Live Greatly

Performing Under Pressure with Dr. Haley Perlus Ph.D., Performance Psychology Expert

September 2, 2025

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On this Live Greatly podcast episode, Kristel Bauer sits down with Dr. Haley Perlus Ph.D., Performance Psychology Expert. Dr Haley has a Ph.D. in Sport Psychology and her and Kristel talk about how to transform high-stress environments into arenas for success. Tune in now!

Key Takeaways From This Episode:

How to peform under pressure Tips to have success under stress A reset routine that could help when feeling stressed or overwhelmed A body to mind exercise A mind to body exercise Tips to handle tough feedback How to improve decision making under pressure ABOUT DR. HALEY PERLUS  PH.D

Dr. Haley Perlus is a Performance Psychology expert, speaker, and author specializing in helping business leaders, entrepreneurs, and high achievers apply the mental strategies of elite athletes to reach peak performance. With a Ph.D. in Sport Psychology and certifications in coaching, fitness, and nutrition, she transforms high-stress environments into arenas for success—whether in the boardroom, on the stage, or in high-stakes leadership roles.

Her expertise has been sought after by Fortune 500 companies, top executives, and business innovators looking to master mental resilience, sustain focus under pressure, and turn obstacles into opportunities. Haley's work goes beyond motivation—she provides actionable, science-backed tools that optimize leadership, enhance decision-making, and drive peak productivity.

She is the author of Personal Podium: How to Use Your Mind to Maximize Your Potential, which distills the psychological strategies of world-class performers into practical techniques for business and personal growth. Her insights have been featured on Oprah, ESPN, Thrive Magazine, and Beachbody, and she has spoken for companies such as Marriott and Starbucks, bringing a pragmatic, results-oriented approach to mastering high performance.

Connect with Dr. Haley Perlus

Website: https://drhaleyperlus.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhaleyperlus/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-haley-perlus/

About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer:

Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness and performance expert, keynote speaker and TEDx speaker supporting organizations and individuals on their journeys for more happiness and success. She is the author of Work-Life Tango: Finding Happiness, Harmony, and Peak Performance Wherever You Work (John Murray Business November 19, 2024). With Kristel's healthcare background, she provides data driven actionable strategies to leverage happiness and high-power habits to drive growth mindsets, peak performance, profitability, well-being and a culture of excellence. Kristel's keynotes provide insights to "Live Greatly" while promoting leadership development and team building.

Kristel is the creator and host of her global top self-improvement podcast, Live Greatly. She is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur, and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes. As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant having practiced clinically in Integrative Psychiatry, Kristel has a unique perspective into attaining a mindset for more happiness and success. Kristel has presented to groups from the American Gas Association, Bank of America, bp, Commercial Metals Company, General Mills, Northwestern University, Santander Bank and many more. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine, Authority Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has appeared on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, Fox 4's WDAF-TV's Great Day KC, and Ticker News. Kristel lives in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area and she can be booked for speaking engagements worldwide.

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Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast are intended for informational and educational purposes only. Always seek the guidance of your physician for any recommendations specific to you or for any questions regarding your specific health, your sleep patterns changes to diet and exercise, or any medical conditions.  Always consult your physician before starting any supplements or new lifestyle programs. All information, views and statements shared on the Live Greatly podcast are purely the opinions of the authors, and are not medical advice or treatment recommendations.  They have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration.  Opinions of guests are their own and Kristel Bauer & this podcast does not endorse or accept responsibility for statements made by guests.  Neither Kristel Bauer nor this podcast takes responsibility for possible health consequences of a person or persons following the information in this educational content.  Always consult your physician for recommendations specific to you.

Dr. Haley Perlus Podcast Episodes

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Unstress with Dr Ron Ehrlich

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Ruling Sports

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The Intentional Clinician: Psychology, Philosophy, Therapy, & Change

Learning to Focus on Our Identity and Purpose and not just Your Current Role w. Dr. Haley Perlus [Episode 154]

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One Thing with Dr. Adam Rinde

Episode 120: Right Foot, Left Foot: Finding Your Way Back After Setback with Dr. Haley Perlus

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Jul 2025

The Dr. Ginny Show

231: How to Become an Intentional, Resilient Leader

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Jul 2025

The Strenuous Life Podcast with Stephan Kesting

427 - Overcoming Doubt and Anxiety in Competition, with Sports Psychologist Haley Perlis

The Strenuous Life Podcast with Stephan Kesting

Jul 2025

High Performance Longevity

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High Performance Longevity

Jul 2025

Anxiety Simplified Podcast Going Beyond Psychology

Episode # 250 - 3 Strategies – Use Pressure to Sharpen Skills, Rather than Crumble Under It - Dr. Haley Perlus

Anxiety Simplified Podcast Going Beyond Psychology

May 2025

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Key topics

How to Perform When It Counts the Most

When the stakes are high, your mental response determines your outcome. Haley explores how leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs can use pressure to sharpen their skills, rather than crumble under it. She shares stress-optimization techniques used by Olympic athletes and high-performing executives, helping professionals train their minds to stay sharp, execute with confidence, and channel stress into peak performance.

Why Confidence Is a Skill, Not a Personality Trait

The biggest myth in business is that some people are just “naturally confident.” In reality, confidence is trained—just like strength or stamina—and the lack of it quietly holds back even the most talented leaders. Dr. Haley Perlus draws on her work with elite athletes and executives to reveal how confidence is built through repetition, calculated risks, and breaking through mental barriers. She shows professionals how to condition their mindset for high-stakes moments—whether it’s commanding a boardroom, pitching investors, or leading under pressure—so they can perform with clarity and conviction when it matters most.

Decision Fatigue & Mental Endurance: How High Performers Make Better Choices Under Pressure

Every day, business leaders make hundreds of decisions—from strategic planning to crisis management. But when the brain is overloaded, decision fatigue sets in, leading to poor judgment, hesitation, and burnout. Haley unpacks the psychology of decision-making, explaining how top performers—whether in business or elite sports—train their mental endurance to sustain clarity, confidence, and precision under pressure.

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