In The Journey of Janell: A Story of Grit and Grace, best-selling author and elite mental performance coach Mike Van Hoozer shares the profound and inspiring story of Janell Lysack Joslin – an incredible person, athlete, and leader whose life became a masterclass in resilience, faith, and intentionality. This isn't just a sports biography; it is a strategic roadmap for anyone looking to lead with purpose and overcome life’s most daunting obstacles.

Through the lens of Janell’s journey, Van Hoozer introduces his transformative 5 Keys to a Championship Mindset. These aren't just theories – they are the exact principles he has used to develop elite athletes and leaders in sports, business, and life and the principles that he taught Janell in the midst of her journey.

Whether you are an athlete striving for the podium, a business leader guiding a team, or an individual seeking to live on purpose for a purpose, these five keys offer a transformational approach to performance:

• IDENTITY: Understanding who you are beyond your achievements.
• FOCUS: Directing your mental and emotional energy toward what truly matters.
• PROCESS: Focusing on the process to achieve the outcomes you want.
• DETERMINATION: Cultivating the will to persist when the path is uncertain.
• RESILIENCY: Developing the "grace" to respond in the face of adversity.

In addition to these championship mindset principles, readers will discover how to:

• Cultivate Unshakable Grit: Develop the mental toughness to stay the course when the path gets steep.
• Lead with Invisible Influence: Understand how character and legacy are built in the quiet moments, not just the spotlight.
• Embrace Grace Under Pressure: Find a peace that surpasses understanding by anchoring your identity in something deeper than achievement.

Bridging the gap between the locker room and the boardroom, this book offers a unique blend of Sports Psychology, Leadership, Motivation, and Faith. Whether you are an athlete looking for a competitive edge, a business leader navigating a season of change, or someone walking through a personal valley of grief, Janell’s story offers a beacon of hope.

You will learn that greatness isn't defined by the absence of struggle, but by how you respond to it. Packed with actionable coaching insights and a heart-stirring narrative of faith, The Journey of Janell challenges you to stop merely “going through the motions” in life and start making your life count for what matters most.

Discover the grit to endure and the grace to soar. Your championship journey starts here.