252. The Champion’s Mindset: Grant Hackett on Success in Sport and Business

In this week’s Kofkin Bond & Co podcast, Tony sits down with Grant Hackett — CEO of Generation Development Group and former Olympic swimming champion. Grant shares his inspiring journey from world-class athlete to accomplished business leader, revealing how the values of hard work, discipline, and consistency have driven his success in both sport and business.

Hackett reflects on his experiences training alongside top athletes, overcoming major challenges, including a battle with pneumonia before the Athens Olympics, and achieving career-defining moments such as breaking world records and winning Olympic gold. He also opens up about his leadership philosophy, emphasizing the importance of integrity, accountability, and empowering others to succeed. The conversation explores his competitive mindset, his upbringing, and the powerful life lessons he’s carried from the pool to the boardroom as CEO of Generation Development Group.