The High Performance Podcast

<p>The recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria have left thousands of people killed, trapped and injured, with numbers continually rising. We will be donating all profits from this episode to the Red Cross, to provide help to those affected by the recent earthquakes. </p><br><p>Today, we’re returning to the conversation we had with Lucy Easthope, expert and adviser on emergency planning and disaster recovery. In this snippet, she details how she deals with disaster, from the 9/11 and the July bombings to COVID-19, and the skills she uses to navigate these scenarios. She shares how she is still able to find light, even in the darkest of situations. </p><br><p>You can donate to help the people who have been affected by the crisis here: <a href="https://donate.redcross.org.uk/appeal/turkey-syria-earthquake-appeal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://donate.redcross.org.uk/appeal/turkey-syria-earthquake-appeal</a></p><br><p>Bitesize clip from E119 - Lucy Easthope: Advice from an expert on overcoming disaster - https://pod.fo/e/120622</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Maro Itoje is a rugby union player, currently playing for Saracens and the England national team. Having joined Saracens at 16 years old, Maro shares how the kindness, manners and dedication of the senior players has shaped him. He discusses how his parents never pushed him to focus on rugby, so all of his motivation was internal. </p><br><p>Maro claims to not be the most talented player, rather his skillset is based on output and how hard he can work. This allowed him to take ownership of his commitments and efforts. Maro shares how rugby will never be his “true identity”, as it’s crucial for him to have varied interests and hobbies outside of rugby. He is currently studying for his Master of Business Administration at University of Warwick. </p><br><p>In this episode they discuss authenticity, what it means to be a cultural architect and the role trash talk plays in his life.</p><br><p>- - - - - - - - -</p><br><p>Last tickets remaining for our live theatre tour! Link: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023.</p><br><p>Books Out Now:</p><ul><li>The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 Ways To Become Your Best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</li><li>High Performance: Lessons From the Best on Becoming Your Best https://amzn.to/3WcJnBs</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance</p><p>Join our book club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancebookclub</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This coming Sunday (4th Feburary) is the first night in our 2023 High Performance Tour!</p><br><p>In this episode Jake and Damian take you through what you can expect from the 2023 High Performance Tour. It is not your typical podcast show, each night is filled with music, audience interaction and industry leading experts.</p><br><p>Two of the tour’s special guests, Kye Sones and Owen O’Kane, join this episode to discuss their high performance journey. Kye went from touring the world one day to working on a building site the next. Owen O’Kane explores why it is so crucial to share stories of mental health and create a space for vulnerable discussion. </p><br><p>Jake and Damian are also joined by Stephen Crocker, CEO of Norwich Theatre Royal and Creative Director of The High Performance Tour to discuss the importance of storytelling and how he approached creating a show with a high performance mindset.  </p><br><p>If you want to see us on tour, you can find tickets and more information here: <a href="https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023</a></p><br><p>You can listen to the full episode with Owen here: </p><p>https://pod.fo/e/1353de</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>It’s been almost three years since Jake and Damian first sat down with football manager Sean Dyche. A lot has changed since that initial conversation, he is now manager of Everton FC. Sean left Burnley after a decade in charge of the team, keeping them in the Premier League for six seasons with a limited wage bill. </p><br><p>In this episode, Sean seeks to challenge the myths told about him. They delve deep into his managing style, how he individually assesses players to give them the best chance of being successful. They discuss how to focus on the opinions that matter, connecting with players as individuals and focusing on ‘positive realities’.</p><br><p>- - - - - - - - -</p><br><p>Last tickets remaining for the live theatre tour! Link: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023.</p><br><p>Books Out Now:</p><ul><li>The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 Ways To Become Your Best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</li><li>High Performance: Lessons From the Best on Becoming Your Best https://amzn.to/3WcJnBs</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance</p><p>Join our book club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancebookclub</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This is the fourth, and final, episode in a special mini-series focusing on change. Rethinking how we can create change and helping you understand and implement the building blocks for lasting change.</p><br><p>This week the focus is SUSTAIN - taking the lessons you have learnt and making sure you sustain these changes in your everyday life. In this episode we feature: </p><br><p>Vicky Pattison (Ep99): https://pod.fo/e/105426</p><p>Ben Ainslie (Ep22): https://pod.fo/e/661e6</p><p>George Russell (Ep163): https://pod.fo/e/1527c9</p><br><p>You can reflect back on our previous episodes from this mini series here:</p><p>Week One - Setting Goals: https://pod.fo/e/15b825</p><p>Week Two - Motivation: https://pod.fo/e/15d066</p><p>Week Three - Consistency: https://pod.fo/e/15eadd</p><br><p>2023 will be the year of change for you! </p><br><p><br></p><p> - - - - </p><br><p>Get the last tickets for our 2023 Live Tour now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023. Coming to Norwich, London, Nottingham, Oxford, Northampton, Glasgow, Cardiff, Guildford, Leeds, Manchester.</p><br><p>Out Now</p><ul><li>The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 Ways To Become Your Best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</li><li>High Performance: Lessons From the Best on Becoming Your Best https://amzn.to/3WcJnBs</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Stef Reid is a track and field Paralympian, who competes for Team GB. She is a World Champion, four-time Paralympian, triple Paralympic medallist, and five-time world record holder. Stef has a degree in biochemistry, and recently starred in the British reality TV show Dancing On Ice 2022.</p><br><p>In this episode she shares the story of the boating accident that caused the loss of her foot as a teenager and the struggle that followed. After her accident Stef struggled with a change in identity, feeling like her only identity was being an athlete she worried there was nothing more she could offer. Opening up about what helped her through this difficult time, Stef discusses the importance of allowing others to help you and welcoming team-work. </p><br><p>Having had a series of coaches, with varying methods, Stef shares what she looks for in a coach and how she learns from them. Rather than asking questions, for Stef, the learning comes from watching. The things that set people apart are the way they handle the mundane aspects of life…</p><br><p>They delve into imposter syndrome, self-doubt and embracing failure. </p><br><p>- - - - - - - - -</p><br><p><br></p><p>Our live tour is coming to Norwich, London, Nottingham, Oxford, Northampton, Glasgow, Cardiff, Guildford, Leeds, Manchester. Link: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023. </p><br><p>Books Out Now:</p><ul><li>The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 Ways To Become Your Best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</li><li>High Performance: Lessons From the Best on Becoming Your Best https://amzn.to/3WcJnBs</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance</p><p>Join our book club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancebookclub</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This is the third episode in a special mini-series focusing on change. Rethinking how we can create change and helping you understand and implement the building blocks for lasting change. </p><br><p>This week we focus on CONSISTENCY - the drum beat in the background that keeps you going that all high performers need. In this episode we feature guests including: </p><br><p>Jamie Peacock (Ep157) - Never Fail Twice: https://pod.fo/e/14af62</p><p>Sir Ian Mceechan (Ep72) - World Class Basics: https://pod.fo/e/da9c4</p><p>Sam Tomkins (Ep159) - The 1%s: https://pod.fo/e/14cdef </p><p>Mel Robbins (Ep83) - High Five The Person in The Mirror: https://pod.fo/e/ed46f</p><br><p>We want 2023 to be the year of the change for you! So every Friday in January we’re going to discuss a different focus. Just a reminder that the previous episodes in the series were: </p><p>Week One - Setting Goals: https://pod.fo/e/15b825</p><p>Week Two - Motivation: https://pod.fo/e/15d066</p><br><p>Next Friday we focus on SUSTAIN and share more secrets of our guests! </p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>Get the last tickets for our 2023 Live Tour now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023. Coming to Norwich, London, Nottingham, Oxford, Northampton, Glasgow, Cardiff, Guildford, Leeds, Manchester.</p><br><p>Out Now</p><ul><li>The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 Ways To Become Your Best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</li><li>High Performance: Lessons From the Best on Becoming Your Best https://amzn.to/3WcJnBs</li></ul><p><br></p><br><p><br></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Rylan is a television and radio broadcaster. In this interview, Rylan shares the differences between Rylan, his public personality, and Ross, who he is in his private life. Today, Ross joins us, leaving Rylan behind and opening up in a way you’ve never heard before. He shares how he overcame his breakdown and serious depression, by taking it step by step and focusing on micro-achievements. </p><br><p>Ross takes us through his career and personal journey, from his sudden rise to fame after his first appearance on X-Factor, how he turned being pigeon-holed as a ‘joke’ into a 10 year career and how he feels he is finally experiencing adulthood. In this episode they discuss how to stop reaching for external success, standing up for people who have been treated unfairly and the reality of his meteoric rise to fame. </p><p>If you, or someone you know, is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please follow the link below: </p><p><a href="https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/help-for-suicidal-thoughts/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/behaviours/help-for-suicidal-thoughts/ </a></p><br><p>- - - - - - - - -</p><br><p><br></p><p>Get the last tickets for our 2023 Live Tour now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023. Coming to Norwich, London, Nottingham, Oxford, Northampton, Glasgow, Cardiff, Guildford, Leeds, Manchester.</p><br><p>Out Now</p><ul><li>The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 Ways To Become Your Best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</li><li>High Performance: Lessons From the Best on Becoming Your Best https://amzn.to/3WcJnBs</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance</p><p>Join our book club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancebookclub</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This is our second episode in our special mini-series focusing on change. Rethinking how we can create change and helping you understand and implement the building blocks for lasting change. </p><br><p>These short episodes every Friday in January look at some ideas which might help you to break that cycle featuring expert advice from our guests. </p><br><p>In Week One we focussed on goals (listen here: <a href="https://pod.fo/e/15b825" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pod.fo/e/15b825</a> ). This week we look at MOTIVATION - the <u>why</u> we do anything. Jake and Damian will look at the different drivers of motivation…</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Extrinsic motivation feat. Zack George (Ep53 <a href="https://pod.fo/e/c4547" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pod.fo/e/c4547</a> )</li><li>Intrinsic motivation feat. Rangan Chattergee (Ep110 <a href="https://pod.fo/e/115f19" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pod.fo/e/115f19</a> )</li><li>Desperation feat. John McAvoy (Ep85 <a href="https://pod.fo/e/f0815" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pod.fo/e/f0815</a> ) </li><li>Rationalisation feat. Angela Ruggerio (Ep92 <a href="https://pod.fo/e/fb0cb" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pod.fo/e/fb0cb</a> ):</li><li>Inspiration feat. Joe Wicks (Ep109 <a href="https://pod.fo/e/11450c" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pod.fo/e/11450c</a>)</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Next Friday we focus on CONSISTENCY. We want January to set you up for the whole of 2023!</p><br><p>- - - - - - - - -</p><br><p><br></p><p>Get the last tickets for our 2023 Live Tour now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023. Coming to Norwich, London, Nottingham, Oxford, Northampton, Glasgow, Cardiff, Guildford, Leeds, Manchester.</p><br><p>Out now - The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance</p><p>Join our book club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancebookclub</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Adrian Gore is a businessman, entrepreneur, founder and CEO of multi-billion dollar company Discovery Holdings with 40 million customers around the world. Discovery is the parent company of Vitality. The Vitality Programme is the world’s largest incentive-based health promotion programme designed to encourage and reward people for having good lifestyle habits with a focus on prevention and wellness instead of curative care. Discovery was names in the top 5 companies changing the world by Fortune Magazine.</p><br><p>Adrian talks about taking risks, achieving potential, the power of purpose and why you should avoid egotistical people. “IQ divided by ego must be much greater than one!”</p><br><p>This is a special bonus episode you can hear in full on our premium service High Performance Plus. Sign up (there’s a free trail) and get ad-free podcasts and exclusive bonus content - <a href="https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com</a>. In the extended version on High Performance Plus - Adrian discusses the power that comes from setting yourself a goal for realising your full potential, something he is putting into practise by setting himself the challenge of running a 5-minute mile at 58 years old with expert guidance from Lord Sebastian Coe. </p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>Get the last tickets for our 2023 Live Tour now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023. Coming to Norwich, London, Nottingham, Oxford, Northampton, Glasgow, Cardiff, Guildford, Leeds, Manchester.</p><br><p>Out now - The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance</p><p>Join our book club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancebookclub</p><br><p><br></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Mark Manson is a bestselling author best known for his book <em>The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F**k</em>, selling over 10 million copies worldwide. This episode dives deep into what it means to lead a great life, exploring questions such as, how to focus on the things we care about and shut out the rest? How to create a sense of purpose? How to prevent suffering more than you need to? They delve into parenting, asking the question: should we tell our kids they are special?</p><br><p>Mark opens up about the deep depression he faced after publishing his first book and his experience of burnout. They discuss his belief that it feels better to be racing for success, rather than being successful. He acknowledges that although life won’t be easy, we should focus on making it manageable. This episode examines what it means to live a meaningful life. </p><br><p><em>The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck</em> has been turned into a cinematic piece and is available on demand now. #SubtleArtMovie</p><br><p><strong>Warning: Explicit language used </strong></p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>Get the last tickets for our 2023 Live Tour now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023. Coming to Norwich, London, Nottingham, Oxford, Northampton, Glasgow, Cardiff, Guildford, Leeds, Manchester. </p><br><p>Out now - The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance</p><p>Join our book club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancebookclub</p><p>Join our new Telegram: https://t.me/highperformance_circle</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This is a special mini-series focusing on change. Rethinking how we can create change and helping you understand and implement the building blocks for lasting change. If you’ve become used to setting New Year's resolutions which you don’t meet then you’re not alone. </p><br><p>Jake and Damian have put together a short series of episodes to look at some ideas which might help you to break that cycle featuring expert advice from our guests. </p><br><p>We want 2023 to be the year of the change for you! So every Friday in January we’re going to discuss a different focus;</p><br><p>Week One - Goals </p><p>Week Two - Motivation </p><p>Week Three - Consistency </p><p>Week Four - Sustain</p><br><p>This week we focus on GOALS and the three ways to understand them to build a lasting structure. Including: </p><br><p>Outcome goals feat. Mel Marshall (Ep74): <a href="https://pod.fo/e/dbefd" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pod.fo/e/dbefd</a></p><p>Performance goals feat. Eddie Hearn (Ep26): <a href="https://pod.fo/e/a4ba2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pod.fo/e/a4ba2</a> </p><p>Process goals feat. Chrissie Wellington (Ep98): <a href="https://pod.fo/e/103df1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://pod.fo/e/103df1</a> </p><br><p>Next Friday we focus on Motivation and share the secrets of our guests! Let’s make 2023 the year of change. </p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>We have added new dates to our live tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance</p><p>Join our book club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancebookclub</p><p>Join our new Telegram: https://t.me/highperformance_circle</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Courtney Black is a fitness influencer, Sunday Times best selling author and the owner of one of the most successful UK fitness apps, ‘Courtney Black Fitness’. Courtney believes that high performance is 'being successful at something that you are truly authentic with', a motto she has employed in the building of her fitness empire. In this episode, Courtney shares how she scaled her business, utilising her social media following to grow her brand and having to change direction due to the pandemic. She highlights the importance of self development, finding purpose and making difficult decisions in business.</p><br><p>Courtney also discusses the eating disorder that she developed as a teenager. She offers insight into how her eating disorder overwhelmed her life, opening up about her lack of self-confidence and the changes in her personality. She encourages us to challenge our own beauty standards, and shares that exercise shouldn't just be about looking good - it should be about feeling good!</p><br><p>If you, or someone you know, is struggling with an eating disorder, please follow the link below:</p><br><p><a href="https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/get-help-for-myself/i-need-support-now/helplines/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/get-help-for-myself/i-need-support-now/helplines/</a></p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>We have added new dates to our live tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance</p><p>Join our book club: https://www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancebookclub </p><p>Join our new Telegram: https://t.me/highperformance_circle</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p><strong>Oli France</strong> has led many expeditions, guiding groups through some of the world’s most hostile destinations, from Syria to Iraq, Somalia to Siberia, Congo to Yemen. Here, he has encountered countless bleak situations. He has been caught in a 6.9 magnitude earthquake, held at gunpoint, detained for 5 days on the Afghan border and severely ill with meningitis, while facing spies, interrogations, militia groups, avalanches and more. All this, while attempting to complete intrepid journeys across the globe. What he has learned, however, is that in the bleakest places and the hardest situations we can encounter untold beauty, if we allow ourselves to find it.</p><p>His experiences have helped him to develop a range of mental strategies, which he will share alongside harrowing and uplifting stories from his adventures:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>How can we reframe and regain control over our most ambitious goals?</li><li>How can we shift dire situations into positive outcomes?</li><li>How can we become the master over our restrictive perspectives?</li></ul><p><br></p><p>With these guiding principles, we can begin to realise that the difficulties we face need not define us or limit our aspirations. We have the power to seek the good amongst the bad, to find resilience through adversity, and to become undaunted by even the harshest setbacks. Even in the darkest places, we hold the power within us to uncover the light.</p><br><p>Watch the full keynote here on The High Performance Circle (you can sign up for free): https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/all-content/oli-france-finding-light-in-the-darkest-places</p><br><p><br></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Join Jake and Damian as they look back at the guests who have joined us in 2022 and highlight three key takeaways from the whole year after speaking to over 80 guests. Not an easy task! Listen to see who made the list, their key lesson and why it was chosen. </p><br><p>You can listen to their full episodes via the links below; </p><p>Bear Gyrlls: https://pod.fo/e/10702c</p><p>Vicky Pattison: https://pod.fo/e/105426</p><p>Tyson Fury: https://pod.fo/e/14ef0f</p><br><p>We hope you had a brilliant Christmas. Thank you for your support. </p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Happy Christmas from everyone at High Performance! Today Jake reflects on 2022 and delivers a short message for the start of a new year. </p><br><p>If we break down an average life in numbers, from sunrise to sunset, taking in account the snoozing and everything in between - we have on approximately 5 hours a day to live our life. We need to embrace the mundane and thrive in the ordinary moments. </p><br><p>We really hope 2023 is a great one for you. Thank you for listening and your support. </p><br><p><br></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Mat Fraser is a retired CrossFit athlete and legend of the sport. He is the first athlete to have won five CrossFit Games titles consecutively from 2016 - 2020. After breaking his back in two places as an Olympic hopeful weightlifter, Mat was told he'd never be able to lift again. In this episode he shares how he has overcome his setbacks through hard work and discipline. Discipline is a crucial aspect of Mat’s work, most importantly, being disciplined when no one is watching. </p><br><p>He shares how his parents' parenting style encouraged him to try everything from figure skating to t-ball, he tells Jake and Damian the lessons from his parents he carries into his work today. In this episode they discuss, why we should all do things we are bad at, training for the right reasons and finding the right people for you.</p><br><p>Mat’s book Hard Work Pays Off is out on the 29th of December 2022. You can find it here: <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hwpo-Transform-Crossfits-Five-Time-Fittest/dp/0593233751" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hwpo-Transform-Crossfits-Five-Time-Fittest/dp/0593233751</a></p><br><p>Thanks to WHOOP for being our partner on this series speaking to world leading experts who can positively impact you and the life you live. WHOOP is a wearable health and fitness coach that helps you to sleep better, train smarter and recover faster.</p><br><p>If you're interested in improving your health and overall performance, you can go to <a href="http://join.whoop.com/hpp" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">join.whoop.com/hpp</a> to get a 20% discount on a WHOOP membership this holiday season.</p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>We have added new dates to our live tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Barry Hearn OBE is a sporting events promoter and the president and founder of <em>Matchroom Sport. </em>Barry is involved in many sports including snooker, darts, pool and golf. Barry’s ‘10 rules for life’ have carried him through his career and personal life, today he shares them with Jake and Damian. These rules include: it’s better to be lucky than good looking; tell the truth, it’s easier than telling lies and life begins with smiles and ends with tears. They discuss the three stages of life and how to use them to your advantage, whilst giving back to the people around you. </p><br><p>In this interview, Barry shares with Jake and Damian his wisdom and the source of his ferocious self-belief, with take-aways that can be applied to anyone’s and everyone’s life. </p><br><p>“I'm unbeatable. You can dim me, you can damage me. You’re never ever gonna beat me.”</p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>We have added new dates to our live tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Want even more from High Performance? Get ad-free episodes and bonus content every Wednesday. Sign up on Apple Podcasts apple.co/highperformance or Supercast https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Expert sleep coach Nick Littlehales joins us for the second episode of our special series with WHOOP, speaking to world leading experts who can positively impact you and the life you live. </p><br><p>Nick causes Jake and Damian to rethink how they look at their sleep patterns for high performance and provides practical tips we can all use for improving sleep patterns. </p><br><p>Nick has worked with elite sports teams from Team Sky to Manchester United on improving performance through sleep patterns. He is the author of the book Sleep: The Myth of 8 Hours, the Power of Naps... and the New Plan to Recharge Your Body and Mind.</p><br><p>Thanks to WHOOP for being our partner on this series. WHOOP is a wearable health and fitness coach that helps you to sleep better, train smarter and recover faster.</p><br><p>If you're interested in improving your health and overall performance, you can go to <a href="http://join.whoop.com/hpp" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">join.whoop.com/hpp</a> to get a 20% discount on a WHOOP membership this holiday season.</p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>We have added new dates to our live tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><p><br></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Michael Ball & Alfie Boe are a musical duo that have been recording music together since 2016, their most recent record ‘Together in Vegas’ is their sixth studio album. They are known for their complimentary voices and opposing personalities.</p><br><p>This conversation comes to you in two parts: Part One is with Michael and Alfie together, delving into how to handle rejection, the benefits and challenges of working in a team and how to master your craft. They delve deep into their childhoods, their fight for success and their struggle with loneliness. </p><br><p>In Part Two, Jake and Damian chat to Alfie alone. This conversation is a deep exploration into Alfie’s mental health struggles, his time in rehab and the loss of his father. </p><p><strong>You can listen here: </strong>https://pod.fo/e/1560f0</p><br><p>The conversations are very different, but both have amazing and useful takeaways that you can apply to your own life.</p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>We have added new dates to our live tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Want even more from High Performance? Get ad-free episodes and bonus content every Wednesday. Sign up on Apple Podcasts apple.co/highperformance or Supercast https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This is Part Two of our podcast with Alfie Boe and Michael Ball where Jake and Damian talk to Alfie alone. This conversation is a deep exploration into Alfie’s mental health struggles, his time in rehab and the loss of his father. </p><br><p>In Part One (go listen now on link below) Michael and Alfie delve into how to handle rejection, the benefits and challenges of working in a team and how to master your craft. They guys discuss their childhoods, their fight for success and their struggle with loneliness. The conversations are very different so we split them up this week, but both have amazing and useful takeaways that you can apply to your own life.</p><p><strong>You can listen to Part One here: Apple - </strong>https://bit.ly/3PhMG8i, Spotify - https://bit.ly/3Hsfmtr</p><br><p>Alfie and Michael have been recording music together since 2016, their most recent record ‘Together in Vegas’ is their sixth studio album. </p><br><p><strong>Trigger Warning: Themes of suicide are in this episode.</strong></p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>We have added new dates to our live tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Want even more from High Performance? Get ad-free episodes and bonus content every Wednesday. Sign up on Apple Podcasts apple.co/highperformance or Supercast https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This is a first in a special series we have created with WHOOP speaking to world leading experts who can positively impact you and the life you live. </p><br><p>Our first guest is Dr Hazel Wallace, medical doctor, registered nutritionist, best-selling author and founder of The Food Medic. Food is more than just our fuel, but our energy source and something we have control over. Dr Hazel will help inform the decisions you make with the food you eat. </p><br><p>Dr Hazel’s new book ‘The Female Factor’ is out now <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Female-Factor-Making-womens-health/dp/1529382866" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.co.uk/Female-Factor-Making-womens-health/dp/1529382866</a></p><br><p>Thanks to WHOOP for being our partner on this series. WHOOP is a wearable health and fitness coach that helps you to sleep better, train smarter and recover faster. If you're interested in improving your health and overall performance, you can go to <a href="http://join.whoop.com/hpp" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">join.whoop.com/hpp</a> to get a 20% discount on a WHOOP membership this holiday season.</p><br><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance/</p><p>Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highperformancepodcast</p><p>Join our new Telegram: https://t.me/highperformance_circle</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Adam Grant is an organisational psychologist, author, professor and host of podcast ‘Work Life’. His work focuses on how people can find motivation and meaning, rethink assumptions and live more creative and generous lives. </p><br><p>In this episode they focus on the best way to deal with criticism and feedback, why we should be fuelling our growth instead of our ego and why Adam’s close circle is made up of ‘disagreeable givers’.</p><br><p>They discuss why our responses are what’s important and truly reflect who we are. Adam has been teaching for over 15 years, he shares what makes a great teacher and how to write in a way that keeps people engaged. Find out the tools Adam uses to get closer to high performance. </p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>We're going on tour! We are travelling to 9 cities in 2023 for the High Performance Live Tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Want even more from High Performance? Get ad-free episodes and bonus content every Wednesday. Sign up on Apple Podcasts apple.co/highperformance or Supercast https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/</p><br><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance/</p><p>Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highperformancepodcast</p><p>Join our new Telegram: https://t.me/highperformance_circle</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>As we approach the last 16 of the World Cup, Jake and Damian jump into the rich archive of guests and bring out the key lessons learnt from the people who have featured in World Cup football including Gareth Southgate, Glenn Hoddle, Pippa Grange, Gary Lineker and Eric Dier.</p><br><p>Whatever happens over the next 2 weeks, we know that there will be judgements and opinions offered on why teams succeed or fail. </p><br><p>Let’s hear from the people who provide fascinating insights into what really happens at the sharp end of the competition.</p><br><p> Listen to the full episodes:</p><p>Gareth Southgate: https://pod.fo/e/d03b5</p><p>Glenn Hoddle: https://pod.fo/e/1249b3</p><p>Gary Lineker: https://pod.fo/e/12b34c</p><p>Pippa Grange: https://pod.fo/e/10bc10</p><p>Eric Dier: https://pod.fo/e/1027e4</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>George Russell is a British racing driver, currently competing in Formula 1 for Mercedes. In this conversation, George reveals why he gave up formal education at 14 to pursue racing; he shares how he first made contact with Toto Wolff and he speaks about the dangerous crash he was in and the impact it has had on him.</p><br><p>An advocate of surrounding yourself with positivity, making hard choices and creating opportunities, there is a lot to learn from George’s attitude which can be taken into all areas of life.</p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>We're going on tour! We are travelling to 9 cities in 2023 for the High Performance Live Tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance/</p><p>Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highperformancepodcast</p><p>Join our new Telegram: https://t.me/highperformance_circle</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>These bitesize episodes focus on the greatest lessons we’ve learnt from the guests we've had on the podcast. </p><br><p>This week we jump back to episode 107 with bestselling author, motivational speaker, podcast host and self-proclaimed “spirit junkie” Gabby Bernstein. Gabby shared with us her process of overcoming trauma. One effective exercise she described was ‘Rage on a Page’, based in the teachings of Dr John Sarno who wrote a lot about how our physical conditions are psychosomatic. </p><br><p>Gabby’s ‘Rage on the Page’ practice sees you play bilateral music, which stimulates both sides of your brain, turn off all distractions and write out everything on your mind, dumping your sub-conscious fears.</p><br><p>Listen or watch the full interview with Gabby: <a href="http://bit.ly/3AK0xyp" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/3AK0xyp</a></p><br><p>Listen to the end for an exclusive clip with next week's guest! </p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>NEW TOUR ALERT! We are travelling to 9 cities in 2023 for the High Performance Live Tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance/</p><p>Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highperformancepodcast</p><p>Join our new Telegram: https://t.me/highperformance_circle</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This week Jake and Damian are hosting a World Cup Special Roundtable with football legends, Rio Ferdinand, Peter Crouch and Joe Cole discussing what it's really like pulling on an England shirt. In this episode they discuss the differences between their generation and the current England team and how the lack of structure and leadership in their tactics and team affected their results. </p><br><p>Rio, Peter and Joe reflect on the beginning of their careers, discussing the struggle of coming to terms with such an amazing achievement and the pressure that comes along with it. The media portrayed them as the ‘Golden Generation’, they explore what went so wrong and why the label was, ultimately, very damaging. </p><br><p>The boys express how they feel about the upcoming World Cup and their fundamental trust in Gareth Southgate.</p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>NEW TOUR ALERT! We are travelling to 9 cities in 2023 for the High Performance Live Tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance/</p><p>Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highperformancepodcast</p><p>Join our new Telegram: https://t.me/highperformance_circle</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>These bitesize episodes focus on the greatest lessons we’ve learnt from the guests we've had on the podcast. </p><br><p>This week we go back to episode 103 with sports psychologist and culture coach Dr Pippa Grange. Pippa was appointment by the FA as its Head of People and Team Development with the England football team and worked with the players during the buildup to the successful World Cup in 2018 on relationships, getting the players to drop their mask and work with greater cohesion. This included getting the players to sit down together in small groups to share their life experiences and anxieties, and to reveal intimate truths about their character and what drives them. </p><br><p>Listen to the full fantastic interview with Pippa. She takes us through the different types of fear we experience, where they originate and how to overcome them: <a href="https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/pippagrange" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/pippagrange</a> </p><br><p>Listen to the full interview with England manager Gareth Southgate: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/gareth-southgate</p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>NEW TOUR ALERT! We are travelling to 9 cities in 2023 for the High Performance Live Tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : http://bit.ly/3UKkrRD</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance/</p><p>Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highperformancepodcast</p><p>Join our new Telegram: https://t.me/highperformance_circle</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Tyson Fury, also known as The Gyspy King, is a professional boxer and the two-time World Heavyweight Champion. In this episode they dive into Tyson’s mental health struggles, his challenging childhood and the dangerous nature of obsession. They explore the difference between Tyson Fury and the Gypsy King, Tyson is a father, son, mental health patient and how the Gypsy King is mental concrete, unbeatable. Although Tyson has celebrated the highest-highs, he has also suffered the lowest-lows, with the most monumental events in his life leading into deep depression and suicidal thoughts. </p><br><p>Through Tyson's struggles, he has now become a mental health advocate and is at a point where he is able to share valuable lessons, explore what he would have done differently and how he is now living one day at a time, being present in every moment…</p><br><p>Tyson's new autobiography 'Gloves Off' is out now: https://amzn.to/3htYhV0</p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>NEW TOUR ALERT! We are travelling to 9 cities in 2023 for the High Performance Live Tour! Tickets are available now at: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023 </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Subscribe to our YouTube to watch episodes : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT4hFq01krOatjiSG7z3iag<strong>?sub_confirmation=1</strong></p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance/</p><p>Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highperformancepodcast</p><p>Join our new Telegram: https://t.me/highperformance_circle</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>These bitesize episodes focus on the greatest lessons we’ve learnt from the guests we've had on the podcast. </p><br><p>This week we go back to episode 86 with WHOOP founder Will Ahmed (https://pod.fo/e/f256a) and hear the biggest lesson he’s learnt from working with some of the world’s greatest athletes including LeBron James and Michael Phelps, and why passion can help build a multi-billion dollar business. </p><br><p>We have also partnered with WHOOP to bring you an amazing competition where you can win: </p><br><p>* WHOOP 12-month membership plus accessory bundle (worth over £350) </p><p>* Two tickets to a live High Performance Podcast recording in 2023 </p><p>* Signed High Performance book </p><br><p>All you have to do for a chance to win is be a WHOOP member and join the High Performance Podcast Community Group on WHOOP with code: COMM-PRFORM</p><br><p>You can join WHOOP and get your first month completely FREE - just use the link join.whoop.com/hpp . If you do sign-up, you'll also have a 30 day window during which you can decide whether it's for you or not, so it's a risk-free way of seeing how WHOOP might be able to you improve your sleep, training, recovery and overall performance.</p><br><p>Winner will be chosen at random on November 25th. For all competition details and T&Cs, go to: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/competition </p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Eddie Howe is a professional football manager and former player, he is currently the head coach of Newcastle United. In this episode they discuss the difficult period Eddie experienced after leaving Bournemouth, likening it to a grieving period. During his year out, he was unsure if he would ever return to managing players, but he quickly found himself noting down training lessons until it consumed his everyday life. </p><br><p>Obsession is a key theme in this episode, they debate whether obsession should be strived for or is always damaging. They explore Eddie’s managing philosophy, why he focuses deeply on the individual and how that affects his players and how he navigates the high standards he sets for himself…</p><br><p> - - - - </p><br><p>NEW TOUR ALERT! We are travelling to 9 cities in 2023 for the High Performance Live Tour! Tickets are available now at: <a href="https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023</a> </p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>In the last of our short series, inspired by the Rugby League World Cup, we're joined by the humble, hard-working and high-performing Sam Tomkins, the captain and talisman of England’s men’s team who are aiming to win the coveted trophy later this month.</p><p> </p><p>In Sam Walker’s brilliant book, Captain Class, he identified that the best teams have great captains, those who play on the edge, make others better and step up at crucial moments. Sam is certainly a leader who does this and much more but, as he explained to us, this has not come easily.</p><p> </p><p>He was never identified as a great talent, having to pay to play at Wigan Warriors whilst holding down a full-time job as a green-keeper at a local golf course. Whilst he was there, he refused to compromise and kept his dream of representing his boyhood team alive. His willingness to do the work in the shadows, the hard, relentless grind in the toughest of sports distinguished him and prepared him for the moment when luck met opportunity and he got his shot.</p><p> </p><p>Sam was a central figure in Wigan’s renaissance, winning Grand Finals and Challenge Cups before deciding to stretch his horizons and test himself in New Zealand. He returned to Wigan and led them to further glory before once again, being stepping outside his comfort zone by moving to France with Catalan Dragons.</p><p> </p><p>Sam’s story is packed with incredible lessons, inspiring messages and insightful observations from his climb to the summit of world sport. </p><br><p>(HP Plus subscribers can enjoy a special extended version on this episode) </p><br><p>Listen back to the other episodes in the series;</p><p>Sam Burgess: https://apple.co/3sG3g7v</p><p>Lindsey Burrow: https://apple.co/3TPl6Rw</p><p>Jamie Peacock: https://apple.co/3WKhphZ</p><br><p>- - - - -</p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>We're back on Tour in 2023! Sign up to the Circle and get early-access - all details: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/live2023</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This month on the High Performance Circle we speak to the incredible Brian Pennie. On October 8 2013, Brian experienced his first day clean after 15 years of chronic heroin addiction. Since embracing his second chance at life, he has become a doctor of neuroscience and psychology.</p><br><p>Whether it's our career, our relationships, our health, or more global concerns, we all face challenges in life. However, this is not where our struggles lie. Our struggles lie in our reaction to these challenges, and our illusion that we can control them. </p><br><p>Through personal anecdotes, science, and wisdom from Eastern philosophy, Brian’s Keynote will focus on how to accept what you cannot control and create space in difficult times.</p><br><p>Watch the full keynote on the High Performance Circle for free: https://bit.ly/BrianPennieHPCircle </p><br><p>It's easy to join the Circle - Just go to <a href="http://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/thecircle</a></p><p>You will get</p><ul><li>Weekly Monday Motivation Newsletter with Book Recommendations, Discount Codes, and more!</li><li>Exclusive video access</li><li>Keynote speeches that keep you learning more!</li></ul><p><br></p><p>- - - - - </p><br><p>OUT NOW! The High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p><br></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Max Whitlock is a six-time Olympic winning artistic gymnast. He became Britain's first ever Olympic gold medalist in artistic gymnastics in the 2016 Olympics. In this episode they dive deep into mental health, Max’s fear of failure and the pressures he faced as an Olympic gymnast. Max speaks openly about his battle with depression, how he struggled when gymnastics was removed from his life and how important self improvement and setting new goals has been in his recovery. </p><br><p>He shares the techniques he uses to challenge negative thought patterns and how he gets himself motivated. They discuss the importance of routine and structure, but how this can also be your downfall…</p><br><p>- - - - - - -</p><br><p>Watch full our episodes on YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/c/HighPerformancePodcast/videos</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance/</p><p>Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/highperformancepodcast</p><p>Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@high_performance</p><br><p>Have you joined our Book Club? We will choose books that offer tangible take-aways that you will be able to apply to your daily life. Find out more here https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/bookclub and chat directly with other members by joining the Facebook Group.</p><br><p>Pre-order the new High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Want even more from High Performance? Get ad-free episodes and bonus content every Wednesday. Sign up on Apple Podcasts apple.co/highperformance or Supercast https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>In the third of our series to celebrate the Rugby League World Cup, we are delighted to welcome Jamie Peacock, a man who has burnished his legendary status within the sport, by consistently doing “the things that require no talent” at the very moments when the pressure is at its greatest, the margins are at their narrowest and the competition is at its fiercest. In turn, he has acquired a medal haul which would fill a museum. He shares with us the transferrable lessons learnt along the way and which can be adopted into your own life.</p><p> </p><p>Jamie was a leader through his example and helped shaped high performance cultures at Bradford, Leeds and England. The foundation stone on which these were built were accountability. “Tell people what you are going to do, then do it” is his succinct message. “This is how trust is created, nurtured and maintained.” </p><p> </p><p>This is a powerful, profound and incredibly practical interview which will leave you ready to create your own high performance culture. </p><br><p>Listen back to the other episodes in the series;</p><p>Sam Burgess: https://apple.co/3sG3g7v</p><p>Lindsey Burrow: https://apple.co/3TPl6Rw</p><p><br></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This week’s bitesize comes from a live audience conversation with bestselling author, business coach and ActionCOACH owner Brad Sugars. </p><br><p>If you’re listening to this as an entrepreneur who’s just starting, struggling or in a difficult place - that’s exactly where Brad has been and why his valuable lessons can help. </p><br><p>The audio isn’t as great as normal due to being recorded at a live event, but we loved the chat with Brad so much we wanted you to hear it. </p><br><p>- - - - - -</p><br><p>Watch all our episodes on YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/c/HighPerformancePodcast/videos</p><p>Join our newTelegram for behind-the-scenes access and exclusive competitions: https://t.me/highperformance_circle</p><br><p>Pre-order the new High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Want even more from High Performance? Get ad-free podcasts and bonus content by signing up on Apple Podcasts apple.co/highperformance or Supercast https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/</p><br><p>Remember you can join the HIGH PERFORMANCE CIRCLE for free! Just go to <a href="http://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/thecircle</a></p><p>You will get:</p><ul><li>Weekly Monday Motivation Newsletter with Book Recommendations, Discount Codes, and more!</li><li>Keynote speeches that keep you learning</li><li>And much more!</li></ul><p><br></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Ryan Holiday is an author, most well known for his philosophical insights in The Daily Stoic. For Jake, this conversation was “the single most exciting episode” they have recorded so far. They discuss everything Stoic, from ego to discipline and much more. Ryan shares how having a strong sense of who you are is crucial, having a set of key priorities will put you in the right direction, rather than following the flow of everyone else.</p><br><p>They discuss how we can spot ego within other people and how we can direct them through it. Ryan explains the importance of living a disciplined life, the benefits it offers, how we cannot put it upon other people and how you can instil it in your life.</p><br><p>Ryan’s latest book ‘Discipline is Destiny’ is out now: </p><p>https://amzn.to/3DoHpYe</p><br><p>- - - - - - -</p><br><p>Have you joined our Book Club? We will choose books that offer tangible take-aways that you will be able to apply to your daily life. Find out more here https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/bookclub and chat directly with other members by joining the Facebook Group.</p><br><p>Pre-order the new High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Want even more from High Performance? Get ad-free episodes and bonus content every Wednesday. Sign up on Apple Podcasts apple.co/highperformance or Supercast https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>High performance is many things too many people. For some, it's winning the coveted prizes. For others, it's being held in the highest esteem. Sometimes, it's about showing up, day after day, being courageous in the face of adversity. </p><br><p>Today's High Performance Podcast guest is one half of an incredible team who have achieved all those definitions of high performance. It’s our privilege to welcome Lindsey Burrow as the latest guest in our series to celebrate the Rugby League World Cup.</p><br><p>Lindsey's husband, Rob was a stand-out star of the sport, a titan in a world of giants. He was central to the all conquering Leeds Rhinos era of dominance. In 2019, he was diagnosed with the cruel illness of Motor Neurone Disease. It's a battle he chose to fight on his own terms.</p><br><p>Facing this battle alongside him was Lindsey, his childhood sweetheart and mother to their three children. In this moving discussion, she shares how identifying a sense of purpose - to give hope and inspiration to others - has been important in maintaining their strength; she offers insights into the mental ability she has learned to be able to provide a stable, living home for their family and finally, she explains why Rob's 'no tears' policy has given them a resolve in the face of the most unimaginable pain.</p><br><p>ALL SPONSORSHIP & SUBSCRIPTION INCOME FROM THIS EPISODE WILL BE DONATED TO MND ASSOCIATION.</p><br><p>If you would like to donate to MND, please give whatever you can to help find a cure: <a href="https://www.mndassociation.org/get-involved/donations/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.mndassociation.org/get-involved/donations/</a> </p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This is the last episode in our CEO Series, in which we will be deep diving into what it takes to be a CEO.</p><br><p>Kevin Ellis is Chair and Senior Partner of PwC UK. Starting his career as a graduate, he has now worked for PwC for 38 years. In this episode they discuss Kevin's experiences of leadership, touching on the importance of nurturing a culture that motivates talented people, accepting difficult feedback, and creating a legacy by lifting others up - ensuring the success of the business for generations to come. </p><br><p>They also discuss the importance of respect, acknowledging everyone in your team and engaging with people at the start of their careers. Kevin shares that the best part of his role is the meaning he finds in helping others.</p><br><p>Thank you to PwC for sponsoring this special CEO Series. PwC’s purpose is to build trust and solve important problems, and their global strategy - The New Equation - is bringing this to life for their clients, people and society. By combining technology with human ingenuity, passion and experience, PwC works with organisations to deliver more intelligent, sustained outcomes.</p><p><br></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Danny Cipriani is a professional rugby player, he has played for England, Bath and Gloucester among others. In this episode, Danny takes Jake and Damian through his life - the struggles he faced growing up as a “council house boy” in a private school, coming from a single parent family and the tragedy that has shaped him. He expresses how crucial empathy is and how although people shy away from difficult conversations they are the most important to have. </p><br><p>Having faced challenges with addiction, relationships and more, Danny talks about how freedom is now such a key aspect of his life, now he is in a positive place. He shares what it took for him to recover from the dark place he was once in and that he now wants to use his learnings to help young people in the same situations he was in.</p><br><p>- - - - - - -</p><br><p>We have a new Book Club! We will choose books that offer tangible take-aways that you will be able to apply to your daily life. Find out more here <a href="https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/bookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/bookclub</a> and chat directly with other members by joining the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1258174908367395" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Facebook Group</strong></a>.</p><br><p>Pre-order the new High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Want even more from High Performance? We have launched our brand new premium podcast service 'High Performance Plus' for people who want to support the podcast, listen to ad-free episodes and have access to exclusive bonus content so we can get you even closer to a life of high performance. Sign up on Apple Podcasts apple.co/highperformance or Supercast https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We at HP are hugely excited for the start of the Rugby League World Cup 2021 so sent the Professor to record a series of interviews with some of the sports greatest names, where they share the insights, lessons and techniques they have used to scale their chosen heights.</p><br><p>In the first of this series, we welcome the magnificent Sam Burgess, the unassuming lad from Bradford who became a modern day gladiator in an unforgiving business. </p><br><p>Sam shared the heartache of nursing his dad through his battle against the cruel Motor Neurone Disease, whilst trying to break through as a teenage tyro at Bradford Bulls RLFC. "My Dad had to squeeze a lifetime of lessons into the short time he had left", Sam explained.</p><br><p>Once he'd established his reputation in England, he re-set his ambitions and chose to take on the challenge of conquering Australia's National Rugby League when joining South Sydney Rabbitohs, owned by actor Russell Crowe. He describes the process of changing mindsets and shaping a winning culture from the perspective of leading a dressing room. </p><br><p>"The question I learned to ask is: when things are tough, do I want you stood next to me?"</p><br><p>We are confident you'll want to hear this absorbing discussion in its full, frank and fascinating detail. Thank you Sam.</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This is the fourth episode in our CEO Series, in which we will be deep diving into what it takes to be a CEO.</p><br><p>Emma Sinclair is the CEO of EnterpriseAlumni and was the youngest person to IPO on the London Stock Exchange aged 29. She was a regular contributor to The Telegraph, UNICEF’s first Business Mentor and has been awarded an MBE for her Services to Entrepreneurship. In this episode Emma shares how she was constantly finding ways into finance and entrepreneurship, from putting her student loan into the stock market to consistently working harder than she needed to. They discuss leadership, persistence and what she looks for from new hires. They also discuss how her father encouraged her to think differently from a young age; like when they used to play ‘find the best share price’ game in the car everyday to and from school.</p><br><p>Emma also discusses the hidden costs of her work: health, family, holidays and self-care. But, Emma is proud to have an extended family of people who arrived in the U.K under difficult circumstances, she encourages everyone to take the leap and offer help when and where you can.</p><br><p>Thank you to PwC for sponsoring this special CEO Series. PwC’s purpose is to build trust and solve important problems, and their global strategy - The New Equation - is bringing this to life for their clients, people and society. By combining technology with human ingenuity, passion and experience, PwC works with organisations to deliver more intelligent, sustained outcomes.</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay and so we are releasing a special episode where Jake, Damian and our guest, Danny Gray, get vulnerable about their mental health. It is so important to have open and honest conversations with those around us about mental health. </p><br><p>Danny Gray, is founder of the mental health social media platform JAAQ and the pioneering men's makeup brand War Paint For Men. JAAQ offers reliable information on mental health issues from experts and credible sources. War Paint and JAAQ were both founded due to Danny’s experiences with body dysmorphia, which began in his teenage years. In this episode they dive deep into Danny’s struggles with mental health, how they have shaped his career, relationships and the person he is today.</p><br><p>JAAQ (Just Ask A Question) is the new mental health social media platform launching on November 24th, designed to give you the right information from the right people in a way that has never been done before. For more information please go to: <a href="http://www.jaaq.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.jaaq.org</a></p><br><p>- - - - - -</p><br><p>Watch all our episodes on YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/c/HighPerformancePodcast/videos</p><p>Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highperformance/</p><p>Join our new Book Club : https://www.facebook.com/groups/highperformancebookclub</p><br><p>Pre-order the new High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Get bonus content and all episodes ad-free with 'High Performance Plus': Apple Podcasts apple.co/highperformance or Supercast https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/</p><br><p>Join our members club the High Performance Circle. Just go to <a href="http://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/thecircle</a></p><p>You will get:</p><ul><li>Weekly Monday Motivation Newsletter with Book Recommendations, Discount Codes, and more!</li><li>Exclusive early video access</li><li>Keynote speeches that keep you learning</li><li>And much more!</li></ul><p><br></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This is the third episode in our CEO Series, in which we will be deep diving into what it takes to be a CEO.</p><br><p>Deborah Cadman OBE is the current CEO of Birmingham City Council, Deborah has worked in public services for over 30 years and was appointed OBE for her services to local government. In this episode they discuss how crucial mentorship and building a supportive community is. Deborah shares the importance of walking in the shoes of others to understand how you can be a better leader. Leadership is a theme covered throughout the episode as Deborah discusses her key principles and how she utilises them in her personal and professional life: bravery, curiosity and truth. </p><br><p>She reflects on her moral purpose, why issues need to be dealt with from a long term outlook and how crucial perspective is…</p><br><p>Thank you to PwC for sponsoring this special CEO Series. PwC’s purpose is to build trust and solve important problems, and their global strategy - The New Equation - is bringing this to life for their clients, people and society. By combining technology with human ingenuity, passion and experience, PwC works with organisations to deliver more intelligent, sustained outcomes.</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Ben Towers is co-founder of Happl, a platform with a mission to connect employees and tackle ill-mental health. Ben started his first company at the age of 11, after finishing school for the day he would spend the evening working to improve his business. In this episode Ben shares an insight to his mindset at such a young age and how parents can encourage and affirm their children’s goals. His parents set open challenges and gave him the freedom to explore, whilst setting clear boundaries. </p><br><p>Ben shares why it is important to have a diverse education and children should be open to multiple ways of learning. They discuss the power of networking and making connections, improving your mindset and mental health…</p><br><p><br></p><p>This bonus episode is in partnership with Dell Technologies & Microsoft.</p><br><p>Search Dell Podference or visit <a href="http://dell.co.uk/Podference" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">dell.co.uk/Podference</a> to find out more</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Alex Scott MBE is a sports presenter, pundit and former professional football player. She played for Arsenal and made 140 appearances for the England women’s national football team. In this episode, Alex reveals how she has dealt with fear from her childhood and through her career - witnessing abuse and being vilified through social media - and how her mindset has enabled her to reach a place of freedom. </p><br><p>She reflects on the most crucial aspects of leadership, teamwork and understanding her self-worth. What is a strong leader? How can leaders create a place where everyone feels valued?</p><br><p>Alex's book 'How (Not) To Be Strong' is out now.</p><br><p>- - - - - - -</p><br><p>We have a new Book Club! We will choose books that offer tangible take-aways that you will be able to apply to your daily life. Find out more here <a href="https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/bookclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/bookclub</a> and chat directly with other members by joining the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1258174908367395" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Facebook Group</strong></a>.</p><br><p>We are back on tour and coming to Norwich for a special HIGH PERFORMANCE LIVE! Get tickets here: https://norwichtheatre.org/whats-on/high-performance-live/</p><br><p>Pre-order the new High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Want even more from High Performance? We have launched our brand new premium podcast service 'High Performance Plus' for people who want to support the podcast, listen to ad-free episodes and have access to exclusive bonus content so we can get you even closer to a life of high performance. Sign up on Apple Podcasts apple.co/highperformance or Supercast https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/</p><br><p>Thank you to Lotus Cars for sponsoring this episode. A partner that has been with us from the very beginning. Thank you Lotus! www.lotuscars.com </p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This the second episode in our CEO Series, in which we will be deep diving into what it takes to be a CEO.</p><br><p>Greg Jackson is the founder and CEO of Octopus Energy Group, which currently has over 3.1 million UK customers. Octopus are on a mission to bring cheaper, greener power to all. In this episode Greg shares not only what it means to be a successful leader and team player, but how to live a more authentic life altogether. During this episode Greg shares a key life lesson: “Be more like your Gran”. Older people are always happier and fulfilled as they are confident in themselves whilst being able to admit their own flaws, he states this is something we should all aspire to be. </p><br><p>Greg shares how integral creating a world where we are all equal is and why we should seek to get rid of any power dynamics. He discusses with Jake and Damian how crucial respect, compromise and authenticity are within his personal and professional life. </p><br><p>Thank you to PwC for sponsoring this special CEO Series. PwC’s purpose is to build trust and solve important problems, and their global strategy - The New Equation - is bringing this to life for their clients, people and society. By combining technology with human ingenuity, passion and experience, PwC works with organisations to deliver more intelligent, sustained outcomes.</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Kenton Cool is an English mountaineer, a performance coach and co-founder of <em>In Cool Company</em>. He has climbed Everest a record 16 times and, among many other accomplishments, he kicked off the 2012 Olympics’ when he fulfilled an 88-year old pledge to take a gold medal from the 1924 Olympic Games to the top of Everest. </p><br><p>In this episode Kenton, Jake and Damian discuss how Kenton deals with ‘the death zone’ whilst on an expedition and the uncontrollables that comes with it. He shares how he mentally switches off from the pressures of expeditions, the stress during the expedition can be so high that coming back down to normal life can be challenging. </p><br><p>Kenton opens up about how he has struggled connecting to his own feelings, and how important working on himself has been. He tells the story of how a young boy in Pakistan illustrated to him a different way of living, completely shifting his work view.</p><br><p>- - - - - - - </p><br><p>We are back on tour and coming to Norwich for a special HIGH PERFORMANCE LIVE! Get tickets here: https://norwichtheatre.org/whats-on/high-performance-live/ </p><br><p>Pre-order the new High Performance Daily Journal - 365 ways to become your best! smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Want even more from High Performance? We have launched our brand new premium podcast service 'High Performance Plus' for people who want to support the podcast, listen to ad-free episodes and have access to exclusive bonus content so we can get you even closer to a life of high performance. Sign up on Apple Podcasts apple.co/highperformance or Supercast https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>This episode is the start of our CEO Series, in which we will be deep diving into what it takes to be a CEO.</p><br><p>Amanda Blanc is a Welsh businesswoman and the current CEO of Aviva, stepping into the role in July 2020. Amanda grew up in Rhondda valley in Wales, both her grandparents were miners. In this episode she shares how her childhood in Rhondda instilled in her the importance of community, freedom, happiness and fun. </p><br><p>Amanda discusses what she has learnt from her role as CEO and how she approaches leading a million pound company. Communication is key for Amanda, she approaches every conversation with an open mind, wanting to learn how she can improve her work and in turn, the company. During Covid, Amanda would hold virtual town-halls in which she would invite colleagues to share their thoughts with her directly. A key learning for Amanda is, “be your own customer”. You need to use your own service, see how it functions as a user - the good and the bad parts. </p><br><p>In this episode Jake, Damian and Amanda also discuss emotional intelligence, why she will always choose the hard option and how she dealt with being told she was not “the man for the job”.</p><br><p>Thank you to PwC for sponsoring this special CEO Series. PwC’s purpose is to build trust and solve important problems, and their global strategy - The New Equation - is bringing this to life for their clients, people and society. By combining technology with human ingenuity, passion and experience, PwC works with organisations to deliver more intelligent, sustained outcomes.</p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Mo Gawdat is an Egyptian author and entrepreneur. Previously he held the position of Chief Business Officer for <em>Google X</em>, he is now host of the popular podcast <em>Slow Mo.</em> Mo is known for creating the happiness equation. Mo has co-founded more than 20 businesses, and continues to mentor ten start-ups at one time.</p><br><p>In this episode Mo discusses how the death of his beloved son Ali, began his search for happiness and doing good. Although he has suffered tragedy within his life, Mo’s aim was to come through suffering and “make things better” for others. Mo discusses flow state, the importance of learning and how he achieves his highest performance whilst playing video games.</p><br><p>Mo shares the importance of not trying to cheat your way to high performance and “miss blocks”, stating we should be focusing on “looking under our feet, not at the target”.</p><br><p>- - - - - -</p><br><p>Pre-order the new <strong>High Performance Daily Journal</strong> - <strong>365 ways to become your best!</strong> smarturl.it/HPJournal</p><br><p>Want even more from High Performance? We have launched our brand new premium podcast service 'High Performance Plus' for people who want to support the podcast, listen to ad-free episodes and have access to exclusive bonus content so we can get you even closer to a life of high performance. Sign up on Apple Podcasts apple.co/highperformance or Supercast https://highperformanceplus.supercast.com/</p><br><p>Remember you can join the free HIGH PERFORMANCE CIRCLE! Just go to <a href="http://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/thecircle</a></p><p>You will get:</p><ul><li>Weekly Monday Motivation Newsletter with Book Recommendations, Discount Codes, and more!</li><li>Exclusive early video access</li><li>Keynote speeches that keep you learning</li><li>And much more!</li></ul><p><br></p> <hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>