Marit will draw on her experience at the highest level  of elite sport. Sailing demands constant decision-making under pressure, often in unpredictable conditions. That makes it a powerful metaphor for business. Marit will show why winning starts with mindset, how to focus on what you can influence, and how to turn pressure and complexity into clarity.

"I am convinced that you cannot win if you have already lost in your mind. This certainly applies to a sport such as sailing, which is a perfect metaphor for business. Both worlds have to deal with uncontrollable factors. I have no influence on my opponents, the weather, or the conditions, but I do have influence on how I deal with them.

A sailing event lasts six days, with two races per day. Under pressure, decisions have to be made continuously. From sports psychology, we know that the more complex and cognitively challenging a sport is, the greater the mental impact. That's why I don't see myself as a champion in sailing, but as a champion in learning.

The overarching principle in sports psychology is Control the Controllables: focus your energy on what you can influence. You have no control over external factors, but you do have control over your mindset, your preparation, and how you respond to challenges. No one has guarantees of success, but we can increase our chances by embracing a growth mindset and training mental skills.

Because often we are our own biggest opponent."