Flow State: Taking Your Team to the Ultimate Level of Performance | Alex Spiotta | TEDxCharleston

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    Athletes, musicians, doctors, and many other professionals know what it means to be in the zone. Neurosurgeon Alex Spiotta calls it “the flow state,” and he’s convinced that whole teams of people can achieve it. He makes his point with a story about how he and his surgical team saved the life of a young pregnant woman who had been left for dead. Vice Chair of Neurosurgery at the Medical University of South Carolina, Alejandro Spiotta has performed thousands of complex high-stakes brain surgeries in record time through deep focus and mindfulness. He’s used similar techniques in Ironman triathlons, and is convinced that a wide range of professionals can learn how to find their own performance-enhancing flow state. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

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  • @CoreyRamirez-im3tb
    @CoreyRamirez-im3tb 2 місяці тому +2

    Every industry should be listening to this talk.

  • @DominicMontes-em5dy
    @DominicMontes-em5dy 2 місяці тому +2

    Is there an award this guy can be nominated for ? Literally saving lives and inspiring others around him

  • @NoeMoore
    @NoeMoore 2 місяці тому +2

    One team on a singular mission - love it. Being in the zone =FLOWSTATE

  • @JamesGeiger-jo8cw
    @JamesGeiger-jo8cw 2 місяці тому +2

    Your team and your patients are so so fortunate to have you, as is your employer

  • @JelindaWhitfield
    @JelindaWhitfield 2 місяці тому +2

    Teamwork at its absolute finest Alex, they way you galvanised your team together is a case study for all industries and all teams

  • @amygullette475
    @amygullette475 2 місяці тому +2

    The round of applause at 13 min and Hayley actually got me in the feels

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 2 місяці тому

      during the talk I definitely could feel that the audience was also in the flow state with me

  • @OscarDemps
    @OscarDemps 2 місяці тому +2

    Unlocking peak human performance benchmarking right here Alex Spiotta. Communication at its finest in this one

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 2 місяці тому

      thank you. Glad you took something away from this talk and I'd ask you now to pay it forward to those you lead

  • @PeggyConway
    @PeggyConway 3 місяці тому +2

    Your kindness is a balm to all who encounter it.

  • @KennethStringer-yg3nq
    @KennethStringer-yg3nq 3 місяці тому +2

    One unit, singular mission-Hayley and her baby , gave me goose bumps

  • @KennethStringer-yg3nq
    @KennethStringer-yg3nq 2 місяці тому +2

    20 years old and in the prime of her life, wow, I'm so glad I listened to the end Alex, wonderful

  • @StevenTope
    @StevenTope 2 місяці тому +2

    The audience loved this and loved Hayley shouting 'I love you' and I could hear the emotion in your voice at that point in the talk, well done for sharing

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 2 місяці тому

      having here there helped take things to the next level for me as well

  • @AndreaPeck-el5ds
    @AndreaPeck-el5ds 2 місяці тому +2

    Love your enthusiasm for life, for high performance, for connection, for cultivating high perforce, such a great thought leader

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 2 місяці тому

      thank you, appreciate it. There is no greater joy in life than working hard at work worth doing.

  • @KathrynMoore890
    @KathrynMoore890 2 місяці тому +2

    The way you stated 'we are going to save 2 lives' just motivated me and I'm only a listener

  • @CraigChambliss
    @CraigChambliss 2 місяці тому +2

    How fulfilled you must feel saving lives

  • @user-uk9ox9ox5f
    @user-uk9ox9ox5f 5 місяців тому +2

    I loved how you connected flow and leadership. Thank you for tips on how to create it with your team.

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 5 місяців тому +1

      absolultely. glad you found it useful. follow my youtube channel for more content on building teamwork with our neurosurgery trainees

  • @StephenWestbrook-fx9tx
    @StephenWestbrook-fx9tx 3 місяці тому +1

    A classic case of being able to work under pressure, arguably the highest of stakes under incredible strain and your institution and the public you serve are lucky to have you.

  • @CoreyRamirez-im3tb
    @CoreyRamirez-im3tb 2 місяці тому +2

    Love how you flicked the switch and went into flow state

  • @JoserMcDonald
    @JoserMcDonald 2 місяці тому +2

    Love how you have transferred this mindset into triathlons and other areas of your life

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 2 місяці тому

      absolutely, these are universal principles and can be applied to any walk of life

  • @Bluefaithdj
    @Bluefaithdj 5 місяців тому +2

    This is an amazing listen and a very interesting way of describing how best to have self control and confidence!!

  • @sirlordofderp
    @sirlordofderp Рік тому +5

    Teamwork is critical for achieving success in a field where its guaranteed you are not working alone. Amazing story, and great skill all around.

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. Рік тому +1

      glad you enjoyed it! and thanks for the feedback

  • @MarvinAguirre-gt1gd
    @MarvinAguirre-gt1gd 2 місяці тому +2

    Being perfect at every step- no pressure, foxed mindset at its finest 'flowed'

  • @WilliamRodrigue-xq9ie
    @WilliamRodrigue-xq9ie 2 місяці тому +2

    The 'team talk ' was inspirational, nothing short of inspirational. I'd love to hear from Will and Damian and how you made them feel that day

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 2 місяці тому

      they are extraordinary and critical parts of the team, and always are willing to go above and beyond to help achieve the 'team mission' of that day

  • @JamesGeiger-jo8cw
    @JamesGeiger-jo8cw 3 місяці тому +2

    Very few speakers have the ability to construct the idea in the minds of the audience and you sir did that. Great talk.Highly recommend.

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 3 місяці тому

      thank you and glad you enjoyed it. I enjoy teaching and this TEDx format allows the speaker to do so at a much larger scale.

  • @babssinnerd
    @babssinnerd 9 місяців тому +3

    The ability to bring his team into a state of 'team flow' is truly remarkable. Science meets life-saving!

  • @RodneyWalker-zw6zk
    @RodneyWalker-zw6zk 2 місяці тому +2

    This talk is all about at the highest state of awareness for me.

  • @DorothyeBerry
    @DorothyeBerry 2 місяці тому +2

    Thanks for explaining so eloquently Mr Spiotta.

  • @vsesamokattv1203
    @vsesamokattv1203 5 місяців тому +1

    I was holding my breath throughout Alex's talk and was tearfully grateful to see Hayley alive. Thanks for sharing.

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 5 місяців тому

      Glad you enjoyed it, and yes - she was and continues to be an inspiration for all of us!

  • @amygullette475
    @amygullette475 3 місяці тому +2

    Super happy to share this in my network, this teams culture needs to be revolutionised in my world

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 3 місяці тому

      Happy to hear you will be sharing in your network.

  • @GreggBurkett
    @GreggBurkett 2 місяці тому +2

    Your institution must be so proud of you, this talk and your achievements

  • @klaraprice2355
    @klaraprice2355 4 місяці тому +1

    You work under MAJOR pressure, I take my hat off to you Alex

  • @RodneyWalker-zw6zk
    @RodneyWalker-zw6zk 3 місяці тому +2

    Success is never easy but you've achieved it, bravo sir

  • @CraigChambliss
    @CraigChambliss 2 місяці тому +1

    This talk is for everyone who faces adversity and how react, respond and work your way through it calmly and in control of the controllable, powerful mindset Alex Spiotta

  • @ShakenyaJenkins
    @ShakenyaJenkins 3 місяці тому +2

    Team work really does make the dream work. This is one of the finest examples, inspirational.

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 3 місяці тому

      couldn't agree with you more! and TEAMFLOW is our greatest goal.

  • @JamesGeiger-jo8cw
    @JamesGeiger-jo8cw 2 місяці тому +2

    So glad she survived and had her baby

  • @AlimaPrice
    @AlimaPrice 4 місяці тому +2

    Keeping calm in stressful situations is very difficult to do, you are an inspirational leader Alex

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 4 місяці тому

      Thank you and glad you enjoyed it. I'm paying it forward for all those mentors who inspired me over the years.

  • @aliceross9961
    @aliceross9961 2 місяці тому +2

    Flowstate, individual and team slides/part was hugely interesting

  • @LyndaeTaylor
    @LyndaeTaylor 2 місяці тому +2

    Sacred time and untouchable -powerful

  • @azeye2020
    @azeye2020 5 місяців тому +2

    What an incredible story and message in this TEDx talk! Being an eye surgeon, myself, I can really appreciate the concept of team flow, but until now, had never really conceptualized it in this amazing manner. Kudos to this doctor and wonderful human being!
    Emilio Justo, MD.

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 4 місяці тому

      thank you for the kind comment and glad you enjoyed. be well

  • @RajaneceChambers
    @RajaneceChambers 4 місяці тому +2

    Our best is all we can do .TEAM

  • @KeavnaLawson
    @KeavnaLawson 2 місяці тому +2

    Flowstate is an amazing concept for both individuals an teams

  • @DorothyeBerry
    @DorothyeBerry 3 місяці тому +2

    Lots of valuable lessons in this for compassionate leadership cultivating high performance

  • @davidangus6502
    @davidangus6502 10 місяців тому +2

    Kudos and thanks to all those asked to be in "the flow" everyday while they save others people's lives. No money can reward them for their dedication.

  • @DonaldRichardson-so1sf
    @DonaldRichardson-so1sf 2 місяці тому +2

    Its took me years having the clarity for what ,meaning and impact I have for the world, appreciated your insights here in this excellent talk

  • @ClaudeBeachum
    @ClaudeBeachum 2 місяці тому +2

    We love how Hayley makes a demo at the end

  • @JelindaWhitfield
    @JelindaWhitfield 2 місяці тому +1

    This talk listens like a movie Alex. The boyfriend, Hayley, the baby,. the small percentages, the talk with your team, the emotion , blew me a way

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 2 місяці тому +1

      glad you enjoyed it. please share with your network and help me spread the word on this important topic - it applies to every walk of life as we only very rarely do not work within a team framework!

  • @MelissaBall-gt9qs
    @MelissaBall-gt9qs 2 місяці тому +1

    I cried at a few points in this talk. Tear jerker. I cannot fathom how withstand this pressure. Honestly Alex you are a remarkable human being. I'm glad I was shown this talk.Grateful]

  • @TimoneSmith
    @TimoneSmith 2 місяці тому +2

    Leading your team and achieving team flow , love this

  • @WilliamRodrigue-xq9ie
    @WilliamRodrigue-xq9ie 3 місяці тому +2

    Such convivtion in your message - team flow

  • @ElizabethGreen-kv6rx
    @ElizabethGreen-kv6rx 3 місяці тому +2

    Really enjoyed this talk Alex, spoken with such clarity and conviction. Fantastic leadership.

  • @RajaneceChambers
    @RajaneceChambers 4 місяці тому +2

    Flowzone - meaning and impact

  • @emilybird9761
    @emilybird9761 3 місяці тому +2

    Really feel so much gratitude for being shown this talk, a message far greater than self .Team

  • @ArioGraham
    @ArioGraham 4 місяці тому +2

    I could listen to you all day talk about this Alex, I feel very aligned to your message on flow state

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 3 місяці тому

      Glad to hear it and hope you can also endorse this important message in your team interactions

  • @tetrusexpert
    @tetrusexpert 9 місяців тому +1

    To me flow state is being so good at something you can do it without even thinking

  • @CarlConors
    @CarlConors 4 місяці тому +2

    No words, only emotions

  • @FurnellWhite
    @FurnellWhite 2 місяці тому +2

    Love the confidence on stage Alex, super speaker

  • @PavlinaCarroll
    @PavlinaCarroll 3 місяці тому +2

    The underlaying message in this talk expertly weaved by world class story telling. One of the best I have heard and I'm glad I found it !

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 3 місяці тому

      many thanks! was a great experience to have this platform and very much appreciate it being shared far and wide

  • @CraigChambliss
    @CraigChambliss 3 місяці тому +2

    Congratulations to the organisers, speaker etc

  • @RodneyWalker-zw6zk
    @RodneyWalker-zw6zk 2 місяці тому +1

    Self talk is everything, What if we fail, what if we succeed?

  • @WaneesaHoward
    @WaneesaHoward 4 місяці тому +2

    FLOWSTATE!!!!!! That's my new word

  • @IsiahHopkins-wr2ph
    @IsiahHopkins-wr2ph 4 місяці тому +2

    You deserve a medal for your courage

  • @TimoneSmith
    @TimoneSmith 3 місяці тому +2

    Our family/school/community/church is better because you are part of it.

  • @DominicMontes-em5dy
    @DominicMontes-em5dy 2 місяці тому +1

    Wow can avoid stress and anxiety in stressful situations by being prepared as you say

  • @AntonneNash
    @AntonneNash 2 місяці тому +2

    Hayley was in the audience !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Glad I watched to the end.AMAZING.

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 2 місяці тому

      It was her idea! I told her I planned to give this talk and she immediately she she would be there for it.

  • @AndreakaBrewer
    @AndreakaBrewer 2 місяці тому +2

    Inspirational human being you are Alex

  • @cerysmiller6716
    @cerysmiller6716 4 місяці тому +1

    Amen, we have got this-lets give each other our best -TEAM

  • @FurnellWhite
    @FurnellWhite 3 місяці тому +2

    I'm delighted to have been notified f this. Great speaker, great delivery, great presentation. Bravo

  • @DentonGibson
    @DentonGibson 4 місяці тому +2

    You have given me hope in face of challenges in my own life

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 3 місяці тому +1

      Love to hear it! this was the purpose, I am very satisfied to hear this from you

  • @emmagreer4228
    @emmagreer4228 5 місяців тому +2

    A super engaging and well delivered talk - congrats!

  • @JamesMonroe-tr9zs
    @JamesMonroe-tr9zs 3 місяці тому +2

    Alex Spiotta take a bow.

  • @AndreaPeck-el5ds
    @AndreaPeck-el5ds 2 місяці тому +2

    Really great talk Alex, have you always been so strong mentally ??? You have a very focused and disciplined mindset. Impressive.

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 2 місяці тому

      I believe your mental resolve is shaped by your experiences during your formidable years, and the adage 'tough times create tough people'. Is is then also strengthened during the 7 year period of Neurosurgery training, which is a pressure cooker and does create 'tough minded' individuals - important for your future work as a neurosurgeon. lastly, I was always involved in team sports, never individual.

  • @KarennaGoodwin
    @KarennaGoodwin 2 місяці тому +2

    Powerful and profound account and so captivating

  • @StephenWestbrook-fx9tx
    @StephenWestbrook-fx9tx 2 місяці тому +2

    Your poise is impressive and specifically when under pressure

  • @MariaeLevine
    @MariaeLevine 3 місяці тому +2

    PERFECTION at every step in this talk too

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 3 місяці тому

      thank you, kindly! please share with your circle

  • @StephenWestbrook-fx9tx
    @StephenWestbrook-fx9tx 3 місяці тому +2

    Huge well done Mr Spiotta

  • @GreggBurkett
    @GreggBurkett 2 місяці тому +2

    True deep focus and such mindfulness and self awareness

  • @KathyeChan105
    @KathyeChan105 2 місяці тому +2

    Muscle memory is real for sure, visualisation at its finest

  • @CoreyRamirez-im3tb
    @CoreyRamirez-im3tb 2 місяці тому +2

    Such an emotional story Alex

  • @ClaudeBeachum
    @ClaudeBeachum 3 місяці тому +1

    Emotional talk, I could feel myself getting emotional throughout, so good

  • @PeggyConway
    @PeggyConway 4 місяці тому +2

    Your mindset is powerful

  • @BernardPlaza-vi3me
    @BernardPlaza-vi3me 2 місяці тому +1

    Flowstate- love this unlocking peak human performance

  • @WaneesaGrant
    @WaneesaGrant 4 місяці тому +2

    What a truly inspirational talk, leadership at its finest

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 4 місяці тому +1

      Thank you, hope it can serve as inspiration to many

  • @JasleneMatthews
    @JasleneMatthews 3 місяці тому +2

    Excellent Alex Spiotta.

  • @user-kp3rc6cs7e
    @user-kp3rc6cs7e 5 місяців тому +1

    You are loved. You are safe. You can trust. Thank you for this beautiful talk.

  • @SharonMontanez
    @SharonMontanez 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for sharing this message with the world Alex, it's brilliant and ill use this to supplement my study

  • @ShealynnMorton
    @ShealynnMorton 2 місяці тому +2

    That image blew me away, the path of the bullet wow

  • @DominicMontes-em5dy
    @DominicMontes-em5dy 2 місяці тому +2

    Such a wonderful story full of emotion.

  • @thebrettdscott
    @thebrettdscott 5 місяців тому +2

    An amazing talk. Thank you 🙏🏻

  • @rosiedixon6112
    @rosiedixon6112 2 місяці тому +2

    We love you too Hayley .. super mom!!!!!!

  • @DreamstateLogic-dy8fm
    @DreamstateLogic-dy8fm 5 місяців тому +2

    неймовірна атмосфера - я дуже вражений!!

  • @MarkTorres-sk8ys
    @MarkTorres-sk8ys 3 місяці тому +2

    Powerful and profound message - flow state

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 3 місяці тому +1

      glad you enjoyed it and hope you can draw inspiration from it to carry forward

  • @DominicMontes-em5dy
    @DominicMontes-em5dy 2 місяці тому +2

    Hayley you are a fighter and a survivor !

    • @AlexSpiotta.M.D.
      @AlexSpiotta.M.D. 2 місяці тому

      she is an inspiration to us all! and a reminder of the 'why' we are here, always ready to serve

  • @ShadendaMitchell
    @ShadendaMitchell 2 місяці тому +1

    I love how seen opportunity, save not 1 but 2 lives

  • @JasonMiller-on6iv
    @JasonMiller-on6iv 2 місяці тому +2

    Beautiful story telling and speech, I could listen to more

  • @Mildaroyal
    @Mildaroyal 5 місяців тому +2

    This is so good. Thank you for sharing!

  • @MariaeLevine
    @MariaeLevine 3 місяці тому +1

    So glad you shared this. Hayley is an inspiration too.

  • @marcelosalas5309
    @marcelosalas5309 5 місяців тому +2

    You got this nailed down! Incredible message

  • @JamesMonroe-tr9zs
    @JamesMonroe-tr9zs 3 місяці тому +2

    Made me feel all the feels this one, thanks Alex

  • @JasonMiller-on6iv
    @JasonMiller-on6iv 2 місяці тому +2

    Sleep is vital to subconscious activity. I bought one of those Oura rings, incredible insights.

  • @KathrynMoore890
    @KathrynMoore890 3 місяці тому +2

    Give me your best and I will give you mu best - This is the BEST!

  • @JoserMcDonald
    @JoserMcDonald 2 місяці тому +2

    Really inspiring story, tear jerker