Dr. Sheila Monfared
Performance Optimization Specialist
My Story
Welcome! I’m Dr. Sheila Monfared, a cognitive psychology specialist, performance strategist, and mental coach to some of the world’s most elite athletes. My career has been dedicated to helping individuals, teams, and organizations achieve their highest potential through science-backed strategies, cutting-edge research, and a deep commitment to human excellence.
My Story
For over a decade, I’ve worked with elite athletes, Olympians, and world champions, helping them master mental performance and decision-making under pressure. My expertise has shaped over 300 athletes and coaches, contributing to successes at the Asian Games (Doha 2006, Guangzhou 2010) and other world-class events.
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Beyond sports, I’ve expanded my impact to corporate leaders, cybersecurity professionals, and high-performers—leveraging cognitive psychology, AI-driven tools, and strategic influence techniques to drive peak performance. My work includes consulting on multi-million-dollar research projects, developing VR-based learning tools, and designing gamified systems for neurodivergent individuals to enhance soft skills.
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With a Ph.D. in Psychology specializing in expert performance, cognitive science, and social engineering, I’ve published in leading journals, including Cortex, Psychophysiology, and the Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology. At Georgia Tech, I spearheaded the Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) program, bridging research and education while mentoring the next generation of scientists.
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The 8-Dimension Framework: The Future of Human Performance
My work is deeply influenced by Dr. Anders Ericsson, the pioneer of deliberate practice, whose research shaped our understanding of expertise. Inspired by his work, I developed the 8-Dimension Model, a transformative framework that accelerates expertise development across cognitive, emotional, and interpersonal domains.
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At the heart of this journey lies the 8th Dimension—where human cognition and AI-driven intelligence converge. As AI reshapes decision-making, expertise, and influence, I focus on the synergy between human adaptability and machine intelligence, ensuring individuals stay ahead in an era of rapid technological evolution.
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Let’s Connect & Elevate Your Potential
Whether you’re an athlete, executive, or high-performer, I help individuals break through limitations and achieve extraordinary outcomes. If you’re ready to transform challenges into opportunities, let’s connect and take your performance to the next level.
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