Steve Magness is a world-renowned expert on performance, well-being, and sustainable success. He is the coauthor of several bestselling books, including 'Peak Performance' and 'The Passion Paradox.' His most recent work, 'Do Hard Things: Why We Get Resilience Wrong and the Surprising Science of Real Toughness,' explores the complexities of resilience and toughness. In his coaching practice, Steve collaborates with executives, entrepreneurs, and athletes to enhance their performance and mental skills.
Steve's writing has been featured in prominent publications such as Outside, Runner’s World, Forbes, Sports Illustrated, and Men's Health. His expertise on elite sport and performance has also been highlighted in major outlets including The New Yorker, Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Guardian, Business Insider, and ESPN The Magazine. He holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Houston and a graduate degree from George Mason University, and he currently resides in Houston, Texas, with his wife, Hillary.




