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Tennis legend, Roger Federer, made these points in his commencement address to the class of 2024 at Ivy League University, Dartmouth College, this week. They are life lessons pertinent to all of us. 🎾 'Effortless' is a myth. "Talent means discipline, patience, self-trust, love for the process, and being able to manage your life - all those attributes count as talent. Some people are born with them. Everybody has to work at them" 🎾 Although Federer won almost 80% of all matches he played during his tennis career, he won only 54% of the points in his 1526 single matches. In other words, "even top-ranked tennis players win barely more than half of the points they play." "Playing the point had to be the most important thing in the world but then you have to move on to the next point with clarity and focus and put the previous point behind you". What was important was "adapting and growing, working harder and smarter and realising self-doubt is negative energy and a master is someone who is able to move on". 🎾"Life is bigger than the court" "I knew that tennis could show me the world... but tennis could never be the world. When one is given an opportunity, one has a duty to give and make a difference" #federer #lifelessons #growthmindset #tennis #sportbusiness #strathmore #purposedriven

Reflecting on Roger Federer's graduation from tennis speech, I'm reminded of a powerful lesson about resilience and focus. Federer spoke about the importance of moving on from losing a point and directing your energy toward the next opportunity. In both tennis and our professional lives, setbacks are inevitable. We might lose a point, miss a target, or face unexpected challenges. But just as in tennis, it's crucial to let go of that moment and shift our focus to what's next. Dwelling on past mistakes only hampers our ability to perform and grow. Let's embrace Federer's wisdom: acknowledge the loss, learn from it, and then move forward with renewed determination. Every new point, project, or opportunity is a fresh chance to succeed. How do you put setbacks behind you and stay focused on future opportunities? Share your strategies and stories in the comments! Christine Wilbur, MBA Credit goes to you. #Resilience #Focus #CareerGrowth #RogerFederer #Inspiration

3 Lessons from the Tennis Player Who Ranked No. 1 for 310 Consecutive Weeks:   Tennis was always a large part of my life…   Group practices every day after school   AM lessons and tournaments on weekends   Carting a hopper of balls and machine to the court for reps on summer afternoons   And so, Roger Federer become someone I looked up to (and still do) not only for being one of, if not the greatest, tennis players of all time, but also for being a man of authentic character.   A few months ago, he gave a speech at Dartmouth… Here are the 3 lessons he shared:   The first? Effortless is a myth.   Federer was largely considered the most elegant player in history,   And it caused him frustration when people would compliment him on not breaking a sweat or "barely even trying,"   Because he had dedicated his entire life working so hard to make it look easy.   Federer didn't achieve all he did through talent alone but by trying to outdo his opponents every day behind the eyes of the public.   The second lesson he delivered was about perfection.   For this, he shared a few statistics:   1526 matches played   Won ~80%   But… only won 54% of the points   Roger lost nearly as many points as he won.   The difference between him and the opponents he beat?   He became a master at overcoming the bad times… This is the sign of a champion, says Roger.   "The best in the world are not the best because they win all the points but because they know they will lose again and again, and they have learned to manage it."   My dad knew this lesson well, and after every point I lost during a match, he would yell "Forget about it, next point!"   The final lesson is "Life is bigger than a tennis court."   Roger always reminded himself that tennis could give him the opportunity to discover the world, but that tennis could never be the world.   The places that it brought him to,   The platform it gave him to give back,   And the people he met along the journey   Are what gave him the strength to compete for over 25 years and enjoy each moment. #federer #tennis

Roger Federer is one of the greatest male tennis players of all time. He won 103 ATP singles titles including 20 majors, 28 ATP Master, and 6 ATP Finals. He dominated for years. During a commencement speach at Dartmouth College he shared this: "Perfection is impossible. In the 1,526 singles matches I played in my career, I won almost 80% of those matches. But what percentage of points did I win? 54% In other words, even top ranked tennis players win barely more than half the points they play. When you lose ever second point on average, you learn not to dwell on every shot. You teach yourself to think: 'Okay, I double faulted...it's only a point.' 'Okay, I came to the net and I got passed again...it's only a point.' Even a great shot, an overhead backhand smash that ends up on ESPN's top 10 playlist – that too is just a point. Here's why I'm telling you this. When you're playing a point, it has to be the most important thing in the world. And it is. But when it's behind you, it's behind you. This mindset is crucial – because it frees you to fully commit to the next point with intensity, clarity, and focus." Focus on the here and now and do your best in this moment. Yesterday, last week, last month and last year are all in the past and there is nothing you can do to control that. Tomorrow, next week, next month and next year are all in the future. You can do things today to set yourself up for a bright future. Today is now and you can control today so focus and make it a great day.

What's Your Legacy? Tennis is my favorite sport, and it's not just about the incredible rallies. Great players like Federer and Nadal inspire me both on and off the court. Nadal shared a conversation with Federer about something fundamental: legacy. While their records and titles are impressive, they both agree on what they want to be remembered for – being good people. This is a powerful message that transcends tennis. It's about the impact we have on those around us. Focusing on the "how" – how we treat others, how we approach challenges, and the values we embody. Being a leader by our actions is more important than simply chasing achievements. #tennis #inspiration #leadership #Federer #Nadal https://lnkd.in/ew-3T84K.

Investing is like playing tennis. Consistency is key. Roger Federer only won 54% of points in his matches. But his consistent play led to 103 singles titles. In investing, you don't win every day ↳ But a solid strategy over time leads to success. Like Federer, you must stick to your strategy. Because it’s about long-term gains ↳ Not about daily wins and losses. We focus less on daily fluctuations and more on consistent growth. ♻ Repost if you love tennis and investing.

What do tennis and the stock market have in common?  🎾 📈 Over Roger Federer’s 25-year career, he won a staggering 103 singles titles. And he did that by winning only a little more than half the points he played, 54% over his entire career.  But over time, that slight advantage paid off, winning 76% of the sets and 82% of his matches.  There's a similar pattern in stocks, from 1990-2023, the S&P 500 index closed higher on only slightly more than half its trading days (54%).  But, again, those daily wins paid off over time resulting in 72% of the quarters and 82% of the years being up. You don't have to win every point to be a tennis champion. And you don't have to win in the market every day to have a successful Investment experience. Focus on the long game, just like Federer. A robust evidence-based strategy can lead to impressive results over time.   #EvidenceBasedInvesting

The End of a Golden Era in Tennis 🎾 🔥 After Federer, now Rafael Nadal calls it quits! 🔥 The King of Clay, Rafael Nadal, is stepping away from the international stage, following his legendary rival and friend, Roger Federer. This truly marks the end of one of the greatest eras in men’s tennis—an era filled with unforgettable battles, sportsmanship, and an unwavering love for the game. Let’s take a moment to reflect on Rafa’s and Federer’s monumental impact on tennis: #Rafa’s #Legendary #Achievements: 1. 22 Grand Slam Titles 🌟 — Including an unprecedented 14 French Open victories, Nadal dominated like no other. 2. Olympic Gold Medalist 🏅 — Bringing home gold in 2008 and proving his greatness on every stage. 3. Davis Cup Champion 🏆 — Leading Spain to five Davis Cup victories, showing his love for his country as much as his individual brilliance. 4. An Era Defined by Rivalry & Friendship 🤝 — His epic matches with Federer shaped the sport, not just as competitors but as friends who pushed each other to greater heights. The Legacy Continues 🌍 While Rafa and Federer may be stepping off the court, their influence will inspire generations to come. These legends have redefined tennis and left us with memories that will last forever. Now it’s time to celebrate their shared legacy. 💥 Like and Share to pay tribute to these icons. 👉 #Comment your favorite Federer-Nadal moment! 👉 Tag your tennis-loving friends to join the celebration. #VamosRafa #ThankYouFederer #TennisLegends #GOATs #GoldenEra #EndOfAnEra #FedererAndNadal #TennisHistory #KingOfClay #RafaForever

Was going through a video of Federer's top tennis shots on a social media platform. All along, was observing #Federer only, and at the end I thought who were those players who made it tough for Federer to come out very #strong and produce those best shots. I had to replay the video to learn that those were the top tennis players like #Djokovic, #Nadal, #Andy etc., "It struck me that true excellence often shines brightest when facing the best". This got me thinking about careers. Just like tennis, our greatest #potential emerges when we are challenged and come out of #comfort zones. Facing tough #competition and embracing #challenging situations pushes us to #grow and #excel. So, let's seek those #opportunities, step into rooms filled with the best and discover what we are truly #capable of. Suddenly remembered the saying- "If you are the smartest in the room, you are in the wrong room" cause you are not against the best. #Motivation #GrowthMindset #ChallengeAccepted

Roger Federer's commencement speech at Dartmouth, where he shares his tennis experiences and the wisdom he gained. "In tennis, perfection is impossible. In the 1526 singles matches I played in my career. I won almost 80% of those matches." He asks the audience What percentage of points do you think I won in those matches?..." only 54%. In other words, even top-ranked tennis players win barely half of the points they play." Federer continues that when you lose almost every other point on average, you learn not to get stuck after a shot. Instead, you teach yourself not to dwell on the double fault, remembering it's only a point. Even when winning with a great backhand smash that winds up on ESPN's highlight reels, remembering it's only a point. He highlights that "when you are playing a point, it has to be the most important thing in the world," but when that moment has passed having a mindset that allows you to put the outcome behind so you can play the next point with just as much focus and clarity is an important skill to develop. Federer reinforces the normal feeling of self-doubt and distinguishes world champions as those who know they will lose again and again and have learned to deal with it. 🙏🏼💗 Thanks to @tennistv for the image #lifelessons #resilience #mindsetcoach