Sebastian Magenheim, the German wheelchair basketball sensation, takes time away from his new career with Allianz to discuss the importance of being able to adapt to changing roles in life.

A Winning Mindset

A Winning Mindset: Lessons From The Paralympics

S2 Ep9: Sebastian Megenheim on adapting to change

JAN 28, 202230 MIN
A Winning Mindset

S2 Ep9: Sebastian Megenheim on adapting to change

JAN 28, 202230 MIN

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<div>Sebastian Magenheim, the German wheelchair basketball sensation, takes time away from his new career with Allianz to discuss the importance of being able to adapt to changing roles in life. </div> <div><br> </div> <div>Magenheim, who took to the court at the London 2012 Paralympic Games, expresses how his sporting career has prepared him for his current position with Allianz, the Paralympic Insurance Partner who partner with the IPC on A Winning Mindset. <br> <br> </div> <div>“Sports gave me a really good idea of what I'm capable to do. And this is something I also take to the office. I really appreciate what I have, where I am and I'm looking forward to doing even better and greater things.”<br> <br> </div> <div>Themes for this episode including: Making a change in life, decision making, adapting to new challenges, personal management and support systems.<br> <br> </div> <div>A Winning Mindset, an award-winning partnership between the International Paralympic Committee and Allianz, is a fascinating journey into the minds of Paralympians, who share experiences that can benefit your own personal and professional life. <br> <br> </div> <div><strong>WINNER OF BEST BRANDED PODCAST AT THE 2021 WEBBY AWARDS WINNER OF BEST PODCAST AT 2021 DIGIDAY MEDIA EUROPE AWARDS WINNER OF BEST SPORT PODCAST AT 2021 SPORT INDUSTRY AWARDS </strong></div> <div><br> </div> <div>Episodes go beyond Paralympic stories by covering a range of educational, mental health and self-improvement themes. Athletes also tackle subjects that are close to their hearts and of interest to fans. Issues explored include finding purpose, wellbeing, motivation, changing attitudes, overcoming failure, support systems, resilience, positivity, diversity and inclusion, body confidence and many more. </div> <div><br> </div> <div>Allianz is a long-standing partner of the International Paralympic Committee. Together, we bring you this series of podcasts. We will introduce you to stories with Paralympians that will spark confidence in your everyday life. Stories of challenges, ups and downs, determination, and excellence. Stories that demonstrate the true power of having the right team behind you. And prepare you for what’s ahead. <br> <br> </div> <div>The Paralympic podcast series is presented by British broadcaster Andy Stevenson, who has reported on the Paralympic Games since 2012 for BBC and Channel 4. Featured athletes include Tatyana McFadden, Millie Knight and Marcel Hug. Make sure you subscribe to hear upcoming episodes!</div>