Don't Choke: A Champion's Guide to Winning Under Pressure | Skyhorse

Mastering pressure with a champion’s mindset

Dont Choke offers a thoughtful look at what it takes to stay composed when the stakes are high. Gary Player—one of golf’s legendary “Big Three” and a tournament icon—draws on a career filled with big moments, tough decisions, and a relentless focus on finishing strong. The second edition revisits these ideas with fresh examples and practical language you can apply beyond the course.

What makes this book stand out is its emphasis on mindset as a real-world tool. It blends storytelling from the greens with actionable guidance for business and personal challenges. You will find stories of nerve-wracking moments, quick reflections, and simple routines that may help you shift from pressure to performance.

Key takeaways you may discover

• How to stay calm and focused when visibility is low and the clock is ticking.
• Strategies to plan for high-stakes situations and rehearse for success.
• Ways to channel energy into precision, rather than letting nerves derail choices.
• Transferable lessons for boardroom pitches, interviews, or competitive settings.

Real-world use cases

• Preparing for an important presentation or client meeting with a steady routine.
• Approaching job interviews or promotions with a composed, confident demeanor.
• Coaching teams or athletes to perform under pressure without losing balance.
• Designing goals and decision-making frameworks for executives and entrepreneurs.

The revised edition expands on the original insights, updating examples from today’s competitive landscape and sharpening the practical language so readers can implement ideas quickly, in the moment or over time.

Who should read this

Anyone who faces pressure and wants a practical, non-technical approach to staying in control. If you value clarity, steady progress, and lessons from a proven champion, this book offers a clear path to exploring what could be possible under pressure.