Habits of High Performers Podcast with James Laughlin

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goal In this episode of Lead On Purpose , I sit down with Dr Jack Groppel , co founder of the Human Performance Institute, to explore the hidden cost of achievement, and what it really takes to win in your career without losing yourself and the people you love. What we cover: The “watch me” drive, people pleasing, and how early ap...

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Chris Naugle to unpack why money feels awkward for so many people, and how to shift from scarcity and stress into clarity and control. What we cover: Why money feels scarce, and how wealth starts with creation and solving other people’s problems Rich vs wealthy, and why loo...

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Cecilia Robinson , serial entrepreneur and Co chair of B416 (Before 16) , to unpack what’s driving the youth mental health crisis and what parents can do about it.  - Why is anxiety rising so fast in young people?  - What happens when we over protect kids in the real world...

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals I’m breaking down my exact goal-setting system and the annual planning method I use with my private clients to help them stop starting over and actually follow through. This episode is about clarity, alignment and action. Not hype. Not motivation. And not beating yourself up when things don’t go to plan. I walk you through t...

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals In this episode of Lead On Purpose , I sit down with my partner in life and business, Caroline, for a conversation we usually have off camera. We look back on 2025 and reflect on what really went well, what didn’t, and the lessons we’ve learned from running a business together while building a life together. We talk openly a...

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with former Olympic Team Physiotherapist and author of The Back Fix , Antony Bush, to explore some big questions. Why do one in five of us suffer chronic pain?  Why is back pain now the world’s greatest disability?  How does movement and strength shape our pain, happiness and ev...

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with former UK Special Forces operator and performance coach Simon Jefferies to unpack how to perform under pressure without burning out. From surviving brutal SBS selection to building simple systems for state control, mindset and habits, Simon shares how anyone can train their...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with former All American wrestler and high performance coach Jim Harshaw Jr to unpack what it really takes to go from good to great without burning out. From a blue collar upbringing to the NCAA podium and training as an Olympic hopeful, Jim shares how he rebuilt his entire life...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with ADHD coach Sharon from The Functional Family to unpack what ADHD really is, why the old labels do more harm than good, and how leaders can create environments where neurodivergent people actually thrive.  With over 20 years of study, formal ADDCA training, and the lived exp...

Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this solo episode, I am sharing lessons from my recent time in Hong Kong, Singapore and Fiji, and what I am learning from leaders, innovators and real world conversations on the ground. From delivering keynotes to sitting with the head of Meta for Asia Pacific over lunch, this episode is about mindset, growth and s...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I chat with Kasim about AEO and how it's changing the way we get found online. We also dive into hiring, as he shares his seven step system for finding top performers anywhere in the world. We wrap up with a powerful reminder to stop overthinking and just ship it. What we cover: How A...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   Replace guesswork with data and make your ads pay for themselves. In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Hikari of Omneky, an AI-powered platform that turns creative and performance data into higher return on ad spend across every major channel. Based in the Bay Area and building in AI since 2018, Hikari shares...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   Replace the meeting after the meeting with real talk in the room. In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Keith Ferrazzi — New York Times bestselling author of Never Eat Alone and Never Lead Alone , world-renowned executive team coach, and one of the foremost experts on collaboration and leadership transformation...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if your team’s biggest problem isn’t what’s said — it’s what’s left unsaid? In this episode of Lead on Purpose, I sit down with Steven Gaffney , author of Unconditional Power and creator of the CHAT framework for consistently high achieving teams. We unpack why honesty, emotional safety, and proactive communication are...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if your health span is shrinking because life got too comfortable? In this episode of Lead on Purpose, I sit down with Dr Paul Taylor to unpack Death by Comfort. We get practical about ultra-processed foods, protein-first meals, and movement habits that rewire your metabolism, brain, and daily energy. Simple, science-ba...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here → www.thehabitbook.com In this episode, I sit down with Barry LaBov, award-winning author of The Power of Differentiation and brand strategist who has worked with Harley-Davidson, Audi, and other global icons. What you will take from this episode: The #1 myth about personal branding and what to do instead A simple way to uncover your unique differen...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   In this episode, I sit down with Mark Hannaford, founder of World Extreme Medicine, to explore a life spent leading medical teams in the world’s harshest environments. Mark shares frontline lessons from Ukraine, expeditions gone sideways, and what it really takes to deliver high level care when resources are low and risk is...

Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this solo episode, I’m opening up about what’s been happening behind the book, the stages, and the lessons I’ve been learning along the way. From standing on stages across New Zealand, to conversations with world leaders, to the launch of my book hitting number one, it’s been a big month and I want to share what it...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if the real test of leadership is not title but integrity? In this episode of Lead on Purpose, I sit down with Noel Massie, former UPS executive who led hundreds of thousands of people, to unpack practical leadership you can use on the floor today. We dig into servant leadership, the four by five method, and how integri...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if your brand’s real growth lever isn’t features but happiness? In this episode of Lead on Purpose, I sit down with Mark, co-founder of Squint Consulting, to unpack why we are living through an unhappiness crisis and how the smartest brands grow by deliberately creating happier customers and happier teams. We explore th...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if your team’s real advantage isn’t talent but connection? In this episode of Lead on Purpose, I sit down with Jon Gordon, bestselling author of The Energy Bus and The Seven Commitments of a Great Team . We dive into what makes teams thrive, on the field, in the office, and at home. Jon explains why connection drives co...

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if you could take control of your health the same way a CEO takes control of a business? In this episode of Lead on Purpose, Dr Darshan Shah joins me to unpack the science of longevity, prevention, and performance. A surgeon turned health optimisation expert, Darshan reveals the biomarkers, daily habits, and mindset shi...

Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this solo episode, I’m celebrating a milestone that’s been years in the making. My new book, Habits of High Performers , is finally on shelves across New Zealand and Australia. It’s bold, bright orange, and packed with timeless truths that can change how you approach work, health, relationships, and life. In this e...

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What would you do if your life began with a kidnapping? For Shelly Tygielski, that early experience planted a seed that shaped her perspective on courage, community, and the power of showing up. In this episode of Lead on Purpose , Shelly shares her extraordinary journey, from the terrifying day she was taken at age two...

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if the secret to high performance isn’t balance—but choice? In this episode, I sit down with Jason Paris, CEO of One New Zealand, to unpack leadership, creativity, and building partnerships at a world-class level. Jason’s led one of NZ’s largest organisations through rapid change—while refusing to miss a single mome...