Ever frozen under pressure, knowing you were capable of more? This episode of Like a Pilot dives into why fixating on outcomes often leads to anything but success. From cockpit to canoe slalom, you'll hear how elite performers—pilots, Olympians, and race drivers—master their minds by focusing on what truly matters: the process. Discover how shifting your attention from the fear of failure to the precision of your performance can fundamentally transform your results, unpacking practical tools and revealing how even 'pink elephants' can help you silence self-doubts and stay laser-focused in the moment. Ready to unlock your true potential? Tune in now!

When life punches you in the face, what is that voice in your head saying?

When you’re beating yourself up, what’s the worst thing you tell yourself about yourself?

A military pilot earns her wings but can’t shake the feeling she got there by accident. A test pilot finishes a mission but still feels like a pretender.

In this episode, we unpack the voice that questions your competence, your right to be here, your ability to do the job. And you’ll learn three tools to challenge the stories you’ve been telling yourself—because the most dangerous beliefs are the ones you never stop to question.

Is your feedback resonating? Does it foster growth?

For pilots, every flight is a lesson, and well-facilitated debriefs provide the fuel for mastery. In this episode of Like a Pilot, Phil Wilkes explores how structured debriefs turn ordinary feedback into real growth.

This isn’t just about aviation—it’s about transforming how you listen, how you reflect, and how you lead. Whether you’re mentoring a colleague, coaching an athlete, leading a team, or parenting at home, stop telling—start guiding.

Discover how structured reflection, powerful questions, and active listening create space for people to own their learning and actually improve.

From the cockpit to the boardroom—and even your living room—this episode will change the way you approach leadership, teamwork, and communication.