Habits of High Performers Podcast with James Laughlin

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   In a world divided by ego and isolation, Mike Robbins reminds us of what truly drives high performance: connection, courage, and humanity. Mike has spent over two decades inside Fortune 100 companies helping teams unlock extraordinary performance—not through pressure, but through purpose. In this conversation, we unpack...

Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com From Good to Elite: The All Blacks’ Leadership Blueprint In this solo episode, I share powerful behind-the-scenes insights from three of the greatest minds in sport: Scott Robertson (head coach of the All Blacks), Gilbert Enoka (former mental skills coach), and Sir Wayne Smith (former assistant coach of the All Blacks...

Pre-order a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com Sam Harvey went from being bullied in school to becoming one of the world’s top ultra marathon runners. In this conversation, we dive deep into how he built elite-level resilience, redefined pain, and created a career doing what most would call impossible. What we cover: The mental and physical demands of backyar...

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers today and learn the essential principles to thrive in life and work - www.thehabitbook.com  Di Foster was told she had 12 months to live. That was 15 years ago. In this deeply moving conversation, Di shares how she rejected a terminal cancer diagnosis, removed herself from the medical system, and created her own path to radical remission—physically,...

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   In a world where toxic workplaces are the norm, Kyle McDowell is leading a values-first revolution. Kyle spent decades inside Fortune 10 companies—leading tens of thousands of people—and what he learned will change how you lead forever. In this conversation, we explore his framework for transforming culture and leadershi...

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers today and learn the essential principles to thrive in life and work - www.thehabitbook.com  Jamie Kreiner went back 1,500 years to understand your biggest problem today. In a world obsessed with hacking attention, Jamie didn’t look forward—she looked back. In this conversation, we explore her book The Wandering Mind and what early Christian monks kne...

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers today and learn the essential principles to thrive in life and work - www.thehabitbook.com  In today’s hyper-connected world, distraction has become the norm—and it’s costing us clarity, focus, and a sense of purpose. In this powerful episode, author and speaker Greg Bennick joins James to unpack the psychology of attention, the link between self-wor...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter Most leaders know their “why.”  But what if the real power lies in discovering your “because”? In this episode, I sit down with Mick Hunt , global leadership advisor and founder of Premier Strategy Box, to unpack the deeper drive...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter What do you do when you're cut off from the world… for over a year? David Knoff was meant to lead a 12-month Antarctic expedition. Then COVID hit. And what should’ve been one year turned into 537 days of complete isolation i...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with trauma physician and educator Dr. Christy Gibson—author of The Modern Trauma Toolkit —to explore how trauma really works, why it's often missed, and what you can do to start heali...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter Trigger Warning This episode contains open and honest discussions about depression, suicidal ideation, childhood abuse, and trauma. Please listen with care. If you or someone you know is struggling, seek professional help or cont...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter Dr. Haley Perlus is a world-renowned sport psychologist, keynote speaker, and performance consultant who helps elite athletes and top executives unlock their mental edge. In this energising and insightful episode, Dr. Haley retur...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter In this powerful conversation, I speak with psychiatrist and trauma specialist Dr. Frank Anderson about the truth behind trauma—and how to heal it.  We explore why trauma is often misunderstood, how it affects behaviour, and how...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter If you want to live longer—and better—this episode is for you. Dr. Matt Chalmers joins me to unpack what real wellness looks like and why the standard advice is letting people down. He breaks down hormones, fasting, blood testing...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter In today’s episode of Lead On Purpose , I sit down with the legendary Dianna Kokoszka — author of Becoming More , former CEO at Keller Williams MAPS Coaching, and long-time mentee of John Maxwell. Dianna’s leadership wisdom has i...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter What happens when a pro-level athlete doesn’t make the cut—and has to start over? Damon Lembi went from almost being drafted into Major League Baseball to starting as a receptionist at his father’s small business.  Now, he’s CEO...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter We’re not wired to be this disconnected. In today’s episode, I sit down with Julia Hotz—award-winning journalist and author of The Connection Cure —to explore why modern medicine is missing a huge piece of the puzzle… and how we...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. David Karli, a pioneer in regenerative medicine and CEO of Greyledge Technologies, to uncover the truth about stem cell therapy, longevity, and the science that’s transforming how we...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter What if the greatest leaders are the ones no one’s watching? Cody Royle coaches elite head coaches—from Chelsea to Team Canada—and he’s redefining what it means to lead at the top.  In this episode, we go deep into what high perf...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter Michael Reddington has spent decades mastering the art of getting to the truth—not through force, but through listening . In this episode, he unpacks how high-stakes interrogation techniques apply to leadership, parenting, interv...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter In this episode of Lead On Purpose , I sit down with Marisa Murgatroyd—artist turned 8-figure entrepreneur—who went from “no marketable skills” to helping over 12,000 students turn their passions into profit. We dive deep into ho...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter Culture can be your greatest asset—or your biggest liability.  In this episode, I sit down with Chris Dyer, author of The Power of Company Culture , to unpack what makes or breaks a team’s culture. Chris has led award-winning rem...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter In this episode of Lead On Purpose , I sit down with Preston Smiles—abundance coach, best-selling author, and global speaker—who’s redefining what it means to be rich in spirit, not just in status. From surviving gang violence as...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter You can’t control the world.  But you can control how you lead yourself through it. In this solo episode, I share the exact strategies I use with my private clients—from CEOs to elite athletes—to stay grounded, focused, and in co...

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery  - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter In this episode of Lead On Purpose , I sit down with Steve Vamos—former CEO of Microsoft Australia, Apple Australia, and Xero—to unpack what it really takes to lead through disruption, pressure, and change. We explore: How to lea...