Feeling year-end pressure?

The final stretch often brings intensity — deadlines, decisions, and the drive to finish strong. But what if stress itself isn’t the problem?

As performance psychologist Dr. Jim Loehr writes in The Power of Full Engagement, “Stress is not the enemy in our lives. Paradoxically, it is the key to growth.” 

The idea — central to his Corporate Athlete philosophy — captures how we view performance at Monkey One.

Real performance starts where comfort ends. The best leaders don’t wait for crises; they create controlled challenges that stretch capacity and sharpen focus. The right kind of stress builds resilience, composure, and energy — the foundation for long-term success. 

We help leaders and teams develop this discipline: to thrive under pressure, not just survive it. So, where in your world could you stretch — intentionally — to grow stronger?