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Who is Brian Hite?

Brian Hite, Ph.D., is “The High-Stakes Performance Whisperer,” an expert in guiding individuals and teams to excel in high-stakes environments by eliminating the illusions of stress and pressure. As a professional stuntman with over 100 film and TV credits, Brian has lived and thrived in moments where clarity and focus are paramount. Yet, it was his fascination with the psychology behind these experiences that led him to pursue advanced degrees in sport and organizational psychology.

While earning his doctorate, Brian spent a decade working with U.S. Army soldiers, teaching them the mental tools to navigate some of the most challenging environments on the planet. His groundbreaking approach reveals that stress and pressure don’t come from the situations we face but from how we perceive and interpret them. By shifting these perceptions, Brian empowers others to dismantle mental barriers, gain clarity, and perform at their best when it matters most.

Today, Brian blends his experience as a stuntman, psychologist, and speaker to redefine what it means to thrive in high-stakes environments. Through programs like PressureX™, StressX™, and PhaseX™, he helps leaders, athletes, first responders, and professionals approach challenges with confidence, ensuring they achieve resilience, motivation, and peak performance.

Brian’s work isn’t about managing stress and pressure—it’s about eliminating them as obstacles. He shows clients how to redirect their focus, play to their strengths, and achieve extraordinary results in any situation. Whether on stage, in coaching sessions, or through his published works, Brian’s mission is clear: to help people master their mindset, thrive in high-stakes moments, and achieve lasting well-being.

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Credentials

Brian’s unique expertise combines decades of high-stakes experience with advanced academic training:

Professional Stuntman

With over 100 film and TV credits, Brian knows firsthand what it takes to perform with focus and control.

University Faculty Member

As a Senior Dissertation Chair, Brian mentors doctoral students to succeed under demanding conditions.

Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology

His doctoral work explores human behavior, motivation, and decision-making in high-pressure environments.

Published Author

Brian’s book, Begin Again: Utilize the Wisdom of Eastern and Western Ideologies to Achieve Your Full Potential, bridges ancient philosophies with modern performance science.

Master’s in Sport Psychology

This foundation equips Brian to optimize performance across diverse fields.

Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC)

Credentialed by the Association for Applied Sport Psychology, Brian helps clients maximize potential.

With his unparalleled combination of real-world experience, academic rigor, and applied expertise, Brian Hite is uniquely positioned to help individuals and teams eliminate stress and pressure, unlocking their ability to succeed with clarity, confidence, and resilience.

Reading Begin Again by Brian Hite, has become a habit that I have no intention of breaking. I love the format of having a couple of pages of inspiration and motivating ideas that bring me back for each day’s new reading. Brian delivers a distinctive combination of encouragement and challenge that works to create new perspectives on defining and achieving your personal success. This is one of those few books that I truly would recommend to everyone as an excellent resource to find more satisfaction and success in both your career and your personal life.
Joe Calloway; Author - Be The Best At What Matters Most