I am really impressed with the attitude and preparation of the Canadian Olympic efforts for Vancouver in 2010. There is a series of media ads being run under the campaign of “Believe”. The ads highlight potential Olympic gold medalists talking about their intention to win gold. What a refreshing change from previous Olympic outings where the athletes were often there to do a personal best.

Frankly if you are being funded to compete at the Olympics you had better have your sights set on Gold. I find the intent and expectations of both the Olympians and the public focused in the right direction. We are seeing results on the World Cup in various winter sports already this year. It is great to see Canada setting itself up with the goal of challenging Germany for leadership in medals won at the Olympics in Vancouver 2010.

If Canada continues on its current trajectory my Blogmatic prediction is that we will deliver our best ever performance at an Olympic games in Vancouver 2010. If you set your goals for gold then you have a reasonable chance of getting there.

Cheers,
Ian Graham