Tag: mental toughness

Q&A: Harnessing Mental Toughness in Your Employees

By James Davis, Editor, HR Daily Advisor Aug 5, 2019 HR Management & Compliance

Updated: Aug 5, 2019

Mental toughness can be described as a psychological edge for overcoming challenging situations—and not all candidates possess this quality. Learning how to identify and leverage mental toughness can provide you with a real advantage.

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Mental Toughness: Driving Success both On the Field and In the Field

By Tom Schoenfelder, Principal Scientist & Head of Academic Research & Partnerships, Caliper Apr 22, 2019 Recruiting

Updated: Apr 22, 2019

What is the difference between the most successful professional athletes and those who fall short? In assessing thousands of professional (MLB, NBA, NHL) and NCAA Division 1 athletes, Caliper has found that physical ability, while obviously necessary, is not sufficient in predicting athletic success at the highest levels.