beat yesterday
KEYNOTE:
Competing in the wrong game is why high performers feel stuck.
Beat Yesterday is a research-backed keynote that shows leaders how to replace comparison-driven pressure with a clear standard — and turn competitive energy into daily progress instead of anxiety. Built for teams that are talented, driven, and quietly exhausted by chasing the wrong scoreboard.
WHO THIS IS FOR
Beat Yesterday® is built for sales teams, individual contributors, and high-achieving professionals who are putting in real effort — but measuring themselves against the wrong standard. If your team has people who are talented but anxious, producing results but never satisfied, competing hard but burning out — this program gives them a framework that redirects that competitive drive toward something they can actually control and compound.
the problem:
You hit President's Club. Made the number. Got the promotion. Forty-eight hours later, the feeling's gone. The quota resets. Someone else hits a bigger number. The criteria change. And the cycle starts over.
Leaders are told comparison kills confidence, so they try to eliminate it. But comparison isn't going away. And avoiding it is exactly why so many high performers feel anxious, behind, and stuck — even while succeeding.
The real problem isn't comparison. It's competing in the wrong game. When the standard is unclear, comparison paralyzes. When the standard is clear, comparison becomes fuel.
BEAT YESTERDAY
In BEAT YESTERDAY®, Jake Thompson shows teams how to replace comparison-driven pressure with process-driven progress. Drawing from research on Olympic medalists, elite athletes, and high performers in competitive industries, Jake introduces a practical framework that turns competitive energy into daily execution — without burnout.
Jake breaks down the three comparison traps that quietly sabotage performance — Why Bother, Always Behind, and Inferiority — and gives teams a system to escape each of them. The result is a team that competes with clarity instead of anxiety, measures progress on a scoreboard they control, and builds consistency that compounds over time.
your team will walk away with the ability to:
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Get Clear on Their Game — Identify the right standard to compete against instead of wasting energy in the wrong arena
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Use Comparison Strategically — Transform comparison from a confidence killer into a data source for growth
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Own the Controllables — Take responsibility for attitude, effort, and actions regardless of external circumstances
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Build Daily Review Systems — Install simple reflection habits that turn setbacks into feedback and drift into discipline
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Create Measurable Progress — Replace emotional motivation with repeatable behaviors that compound improvement
hear what audiences say about 'BEAT YESTERDAY'
"I really enjoyed working with Jake Thompson during our Wyndham Sales Kickoff and would absolutely recommend him.
Jake was a great partner from start to finish. He took the time to understand our business and worked closely with our team to tailor both his keynote and breakout sessions so the content was relevant, engaging, and immediately actionable.
His message around daily improvement, ownership, and accountability truly resonated with our sellers and leaders, and the impact continued well after he left the stage.
If you are looking for a professional, easy‑to‑work‑with speaker who genuinely cares about helping teams perform at a higher level, I would confidently recommend Jake."
- Natalie, Wyndham Hotels Global Sales
"Jake's presentation was not only inspiring but transformative, centered around the compelling theme of "Beat Yesterday." His message emphasized the power of small, consistent efforts—encouraging us to do just one more thing each day to achieve incredible results.
What set Jake apart was his deep passion and commitment to truly understanding our business. Before stepping onto the stage, he invested time to learn about our challenges and goals, which allowed him to tailor his message in a way that resonated deeply with our team. His ability to connect with the audience was remarkable, bridging personal anecdotes with actionable insights that felt specifically designed for us.
Jake's genuine approach didn't just end with his speech; it sparked conversations and ideas among our team members that have had a lasting impact on our organization. His enthusiasm for personal and professional growth is contagious, making him not just a speaker but a true motivator who inspires change."
-Troy, Five Star Parks & Attractions
“For those looking for a keynote speaker who brings not only expertise but also a heartfelt desire to see others succeed, I highly recommend booking Jake Thompson. His message of beating yesterday's self will resonate with and energize any audience, driving them towards greater achievement."
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To get in contact with Jake, use the form below or email his team directly at: booking@competeeverday.com.