Performance Intelligence

In this Bite Size from episode #106 Warrant Officer Ken Robertson shares his story of growth from putting up a tough front that started on the sports field and leaked into his personal and professional life.  Ken also talks about how it took him going to someone who didn’t like him to get some honest and direct feedback on what he should change about himself.  You can find Ken at his Twitter: http...

Reini Otter, CEO of Frasers Property Industrial, one of Australia's market-leading companies. Andrew asks Reini about his unique approach to leadership, health, and resilience, and how his life-changing cancer diagnosis shaped his mindset, sparking a deep commitment to wellbeing. Reini has spent 25 years at Frasers Property, steering logistics and industrial growth across Australia and Europe, all...

This week’s Bite-Size episode highlights Andrew May’s appearance on the Master Your Market podcast with Chris Ashmore, where they dive into the mindset of elite athletes and how it parallels success in business and life. In this episode Andrew and Chris discuss: - Is there a common thread in the success of elite athletes? - The parallels between athletes and top business leaders - Andrew's take on...

Ever wondered what it's really like to be a firefighter? Station Officer Sam Monaghan is here talking about Firefighting Tactics for High-Stakes Moments, The Art of State Management, and Upregulating Under Pressure. "A chaotic incident will control you until you can take some kind of decisive steps to control it...and calm sounds like you're being passive...but to me being calm is a very proactive...

In this Bite Size from episode #105 former gold medal winning Olympian Michael Klim talks about how his CIPD diagnosis shook him to his core and why he had to do a lot of work to rebuild his identity.  Michael shares how his old identity had been built around his physicality and achievements and how the people around him were the ones who had to help bring him out of his depression.  You can find...

What do you do when you're told you’ll never walk again? In 2018, Jay Stevens’ life was flipped upside down after surviving a helicopter crash in Uluru that left him paralyzed. But through unimaginable grit, determination, and the belief that his story wasn’t over, Jay made history — walking unaided to Everest Base Camp, the first paraplegic to ever do so without a wheelchair. In this episode, And...

In this Bite Size from episode #99 grey area drinking expert Sarah Rusbatch explains what exactly grey area drinking is and how you can find out if you might be a grey area drinker or a take it or leave it drinker.  Sarah also talks about how some of her clients who were heavy drinkers were unable to have sex with their partners sober, even after decades of marriage. You can find Sarah at her Webs...

In this Bite Size from episode #101 former INXS lead singer Ciaran Gribbin talks about why breathing and humming are such important parts of music, particularly for singers.  Ciaran and Andrew also talk about some of the science behind breathwork and humming and why it can be so good for your confidence and your vocal chords. You can find Ciaran at his website : https://www.ciarangribbin.com/    ...

In this Bite Size from episode #98 Manly Sea Eagles head of performance JC shares some of his experience and tips on how you can combat jetlag and travel fatigue starting from the moment you sit down on the plane.  As a former athlete himself JC has a wealth of knowledge on how to make sure you can perform at your best when moving across multiple time zones and get off the plane feeling as refresh...

Is coffee actually bad for you? Andrew and Dr Tom list of some of the benefits of having the occasional coffee and how it can be used to boost your energy when needed.  They also explain why having too much coffee or having coffee at the right time can end up destroying your natural circadian rhythm and stunt your body’s way of making energy over time. To find the resources mentioned in this episo...

Most founders blur the lines between their personal brand and their business - but Amantha Imber did the opposite. In this Bite Size from episode #80, Amantha reveals why separating her identity from her company, Inventium, was a game-changer — and how building distinct brands can unlock new opportunities, credibility, and long-term growth. You can find Dr Amantha at her Website: https://www.amant...

Is AI coming for your job or is it opening the door to a new era of human potential? Global AI expert Dr. Alan Thompson joins Andrew May to unpack the biggest questions around artificial intelligence, human performance, and how AI is already reshaping the way we work, live, and think. Dr Alan has advised governments, Fortune 500 companies, and intergovernmental organisations like the UN. His cutti...

In this Bite Size from episode #100 longevity expert Amelia Phillips gives us a list of exercises you can do that are proven to increase your lifespan, from simple cardio to more complex weight lifting.  Amelia also talks about some of the steps she took with a former athlete to help him find his purpose and fall back in love with exercise after he retired from swimming.  You can find Amelia at he...

Last week on the podcast, we explored the global growth of the WNOW movement (click here to go bak and listen), and in this episode, we’re taking a closer look at the local stories of men in Australia. Co-founder Dave Eccles, and our podcast Wizard, Thomas, woke up early to join the Wednesday morning meet-up at the Maroubra and Bondi Chapters, chatting with the men who gather each week to be part...

In this Bite Size from episode #95 Matty Lansdown walks us through the steps he would take when coaching someone to deal with their emotional eating, Matty explains that to begin with you don’t have to make any changes, just build a bit of self awareness.   Matty then sheds a bit of light on his traumatic past and how he has come to this method of helping people lose weight and control their emoti...

The phenomenal expansion of WNOW is rapid, growing from a humble start to 35 groups of men with international growth in sight 🌏 WNOW is a community of men who meet weekly to support each other in a fun way and explore what it means to be a better man, tackling challenges together and focusing on improving their mental, physical, and emotional health to be the best role model they can be for thems...

The Wiggles made Greg Page a global star - but he went to a psychic medium to discover who he really was. After years of performing on stage and screen, Greg found a personal identity beyond the spotlight.  He shares how exploring his spirituality with John Edwards gave him clarity, purpose, and a deeper understanding of his place in the universe. This is about fame, identity, and what it takes to...

What does it take to shift from a rigid, high performance environment to leading with authenticity and emotional intelligence? Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of Defence Force Australia, Ken Robertson , shares his powerful story of personal growth - from chasing success through discipline and ego, to realising the true strength in vulnerability, self-awareness, and human connection. In this e...

In this Bite Size from episode #90 neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay talks about why she thinks society should be more forgiving of teenagers and their behaviour as they grow and learn. Dr Sarah compares teenagers going through puberty to newborn infants, why do are we so accepting of children learning and making mistakes while their bodies and brain develop but we don’t afford that same courtesy to t...

With 17 years of world-class swimming and breaking a world record, Michael's faced incredible highs—and now, new challenges. Since 2020, Michael has been in the fight of his life, living with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), a rare autoimmune disorder that causes chronic pain, loss of sensation, and muscle weakness, particularly in his legs.  In this episode Andrew and Mic...

In this Bite Size from episode #91 Globetrotting NRL superstar Shaun Lane recalls some of the fantastic advice he was given by 3 different high performers and coaches across Europe who, while they are involved in different sports are also full of knowledge that can help his NRL skills.   Shaun also talks about Owen Eastwood who, while Shaun wasn’t able to interview him, has provided a huge insight...

Craig Field is a former Australian rugby league star who played professional football for the South Sydney Rabbitohs, Manly Warringah Sea Eagles, Balmain Tigers, and Wests Tigers, showcasing an impressive skill level and an ability to perform on the big stage.  Despite his success on the field, he faced significant challenges off the field, including struggles with alcohol and drugs, which dramati...

In this Bite Size from episode #88 Collingwood and Melbourne Storm psychologist Jacqui Louder shares why she sits on the bench of every single Collingwood home and away game with the players.   Jacqui tells us that her being there was a choice of the players wanting to have someone who could help in the tough times, who knows their triggers and could help pick them back up again. You can find Jacq...

Is Eating Meat Actually Good For You? 🤔 This episode we welcome back Matty Lansdown and tackle the controversial topic of meat vs. no meat, debunking myths from the 2024 Netflix documentary 'You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment.' Matty's background spans working in a nutritional epigenetics lab with elite athletes, to researching molecular biology and diseases in hospitals. His mission is to h...

In this bite size from episode #82 speaker extraordinaire Michael McQueen chats to Andrew about how he manages his state before a presentation to make sure he gives the audience his best. Michael talks about how his preparation starts the day or days before where he will do his best avoid situations that will drain his energy or strain his voice and it continues up until he is about to go on stage...