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Why we think Tiger Woods is a Type 3
Intense ambition. He has a relentless drive to dominate the sport of golf and to become the best there ever was.
Pursuit of goals. He is competitive, hard working, and extremely goal-oriented.
Demeanor. He has a confident demeanor that conveys his commitment, focus, and athletic prowess. He usually stands tall, with squared shoulders and a straight back, projecting an air of self-assurance, professionalism, and composure. His body language is typically relaxed but purposeful, reflecting the focus and determination that have defined his career.
Intense focus on winning. He is often explicit about winning when he speaks, whether that be about golf or other pursuits.
Confident all the time? He almost always presents as extremely confident and calm, but we get the feeling that this is not how he always feels deep down in his core.
Performance mode. When he is being interviewed, it can be difficult to know if you are getting the “real” Tiger.
Turning on the charm. He is charming and inspirational with an endearing smile.
Attunement to perception. When he is being interviewed, he appears to be attuned to how the interviewer and the audience is likely relating to and valuing him.
Lies. His infidelity exposed his “living a life of a lie.”
Legacy. He is very focused on how he will be remembered.
Tiger Woods quotes that show he is a Type 3
"Winning takes care of everything."
“I love to compete. That's the essence of who I am.”
"I smile at obstacles."
“There’s always stuff to work on. You’re never really there.”
“No matter who you are, the game is fluid. The game is always evolving, so you always have to keep working on it. There are plenty of hours in the day to get that done.”
"I mean, as an athlete, as a competitor, you have to have that belief in yourself."
"I want to be what I've always wanted to be. dominant."
No matter how good you get, you can always get better.”
"You’re going to make mistakes. The key is to learn from them as fast as possible and make changes as soon as you can."
“The joy I get from winning a major championship doesn't even compare to the feeling I get when a kid writes a letter saying. 'Thank you so much. You have changed my life.'”
“I wake up every day and I can't wait to go to work, and that's a gift. Not too many people have the opportunity to feel that way.”
“I'm all or nothing.”
“Sensationalism sells. Don't let the facts get in the way of a good story.”
“I was living a life of a lie, I really was.”
“I hurt my wife, my kids, my mother, my wife's family, my friends, my foundation, and kids all around the world who admired me.”