Ep. 18: Is Mental Fatigue Real? w/ Ben Wisbey

In Today’s Episode: Is Mental Fatigue Real with Ben Wisbey Join us as we talk with Ben Wisbey, performance scientist and founder of Pylot, who shares his insights on mental fatigue, productivity, and the science of optimizing cognitive performance. Ben has spent two decades working with elite athletes and has now turned his expertise toward helping professionals and high-achievers manage their mental energy more effectively. Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode: -Mental fatigue is real—and tracking it can improve focus and performance. -The biggest misconception about productivity is the idea that we should constantly push harder. -Brainwave technology and heart rate variability can reveal when we’re in an optimal flow state. Questions We Answer in This Episode: -What is mental fatigue, and how does it impact performance? -How can we track and manage our cognitive energy throughout the day? -What role does wearable technology play in boosting productivity? (0:00) Introduction of Ben Wisbey and his career in performance science (4:30) Ben Wisbey’s fitness routine and mental performance insights (6:43) Working with elite athletes and becoming a performance scientist (10:17) Productivity hacks and performance misconceptions (13:40) Personal low performance experiences and handling imposter syndrome (17:46) The role of rest, daily planning, and Pilot’s origins (23:23) Understanding EEG, HRV, and user feedback on Pilot (27:55) Mental fatigue, flow states, and optimal product usage (35:52) Pilot's differentiation in the brain monitoring market (38:03) Pilot’s ideal customer, mission, and research development (44:03) Real-world testing and validating long-term performance (46:42) Research controls and integration with health data platforms (48:37) Addressing skepticism and customer engagement (51:54) Managing customer requests and product claims (56:02) Pilot's future vision and industry innovation (59:21) Long-term goals for product integration and standardization (1:03:08) Signature questions, coolest products, and final comments (1:07:01) Mental challenges and achieving life goals (1:08:00) Closing statements and call to action