Habits of High Performers Podcast with James Laughlin

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if your healthspan, not your lifespan, was your greatest asset? In this episode, I sit down with Bill Gifford, co-author of the bestselling book Outlive (with Dr Peter Attia) and a leading expert on the science of longevity. We explore how to live longer, feel stronger, and stay mentally sharp through simple, eviden...

Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this solo episode, I’m sharing something a little different. As of now, these 1:1 solocasts won’t be weekly anymore. Instead, I’ll be dropping more intentional updates once or twice a month — focused on what’s actually shaping me behind the scenes. This is one of those episodes. In this episode, you’ll discover: Wh...

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if we’ve been taught to set goals the wrong way all along? In this episode, I sit down with Caroline Adams Miller , a pioneering expert in positive psychology and bestselling author of Big Goals . Caroline’s work has transformed how the world approaches goal setting—from vague wishes to science-backed strategies tha...

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if joy, not pressure, is the real marker of success? In this episode, I sit down with Renzie Hanham, a martial arts master and mental skills coach who has shaped Olympic athletes, business leaders, and everyday high performers. He’s one of the minds behind the globally respected Red to Blue framework, and someone I...

Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this 1:1 episode, I’m unpacking the 3 biggest lessons I’d give my 20-year-old self. Lessons that still apply no matter your age. They’re simple, practical, and life-changing. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why you shouldn’t commit to one job, one company, or one career path too early How a simple 20% rule with y...

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if winning gold isn’t about talent—but about trust? In this episode, I sit down with Olympic high jump champion Hamish Kerr—New Zealand’s first-ever gold medalist in the event. We unpack what really sets elite performers apart: not just relentless work ethic, but the mindset, habits, and team behind them. Hamish sha...

Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this 1:1 episode, I’m sharing a mindset shift that can change everything for your business, career, and life. It’s the difference between being busy and being valuable. Between generalist and expert. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why doing less—and going deeper—can multiply your income How to identify your WMI:...

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if the key to your next level isn’t you, but the person beside you? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Monique Helstrom —former Chief of Simon Sinek and now one of the world’s most sought-after executive-assistant coaches. We explore what it really takes to build a high-performing partnership between a vis...

Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this 1:1 episode, I’m sharing a short excerpt from one of the chapters in my upcoming book Habits of High Performers —a section called Do The Work . It’s a small glimpse into the mindset that high performers rely on when motivation runs out and the real work begins. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why ultra-endur...

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   What if the story you’ve been telling yourself… isn’t true? In this moving and eye-opening episode, I sit down with award-winning journalist and author Jehan Casinader , whose book This Is Not How It Ends shook me—in the best way. We explore how the stories we carry (often from childhood) shape how we live, love, lead… a...

Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this 1:1 episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of an event I hosted last week with some of New Zealand’s most inspiring voices—Razor Robertson, Mea Motu, Silvana Schenone, and Zion Armstrong. Each of them shared a moment where someone elevated them—and now, I’m passing those lessons on to you. In this episode,...

Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com   Think ADHD is just for kids? Think again. In this powerful episode, I sit down with ADHD strategist Skye Waterson to unpack what adult ADHD really looks like—and why so many high performers are missed or misdiagnosed. We explore: Why ADHD often hides in high achievers The link between burnout and executive dysfunction Wh...

Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com 5 Best Books to Read in 2025 (That Will Change Your Life) In this 1:1 episode, I’m sharing the 5 books that are shaping my 2025—and why they might just change your life too. From personal mastery to performance, longevity to leadership—these reads have shifted how I think, work, and live. If you want to grow this year...

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...