Shark Theory With Baylor Barbee

Don't wait for the big moment to see where you stand—test yourself early, build your tribe, and celebrate the small wins along the way. Show Notes: In this Shark Theory episode, Baylor Barbee reflects on a "simulation day" leading up to an upcoming HYROX race and the lessons it revealed about preparation, community, and self-belief. What starts as a physical test becomes a mindset blueprint for growth in business, relationships, and life. Baylor explores why you should always schedule a "litmus test day" before big moments, how surrounding yourself with like-minded people accelerates progress, and why taking a moment to be proud of yourself can be just as vital as the grind itself. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why testing yourself early reduces fear and failure later The importance of community over isolation during pursuit of goals How like-minded people make struggle feel shared, not lonely The mental benefit of celebrating your own effort and resilience Why practice should be harder than p