Performance Intelligence

In this Bite Size from episode #80 Dr Amantha Imber talks about how she runs her business from a mindset of always approaching the next task or the next challenge as opposed to running away from a problem. Andrew also chimes in and explains how he has shifted his mindset to something similar after starting his career with an avoidant mindset and all the benefits that has brought him. Andrew and Am...

What happens when an elite athlete steps off the field to explore life beyond the game? Andrew May sits down with NRL Parramatta Eels star Shaun Lane to unpack the lessons behind his new documentary Out of My Lane . Shaun has spent nearly a decade navigating the brutal highs and lows of professional rugby league, all while carrying personal challenges, including his father’s battle with depression...

In this Bite Size from episode #86 Andrew is joined by his friends Stuart Clark and Steve Rixon and they reminisce about Andrew’s early days at the NSW cricket team. Steve shares the story of the 5 minute interview, where he hired Andrew as the NSW fitness trainer after a quick, informal job interview. Andrew then goes on to explain how he had to change his thinking and training method, coming fro...

Dr. Sarah McKay is a neuroscientist and women’s health advocate, translating complex brain science into practical insights for wellbeing, cognition, and longevity. She uncovers how sleep, hormones, ageing, and lifestyle shape female brains—and why women’s health research is still so underexplored. Practical, human, and relentlessly focused on women’s health, Dr. Sarah shows how understanding our b...

In this Bite Size from episode #89 Former NRL player Keegan Hipgrave tells the story of how he was forced to medically retire from the NRL after suffering multiple major concussions during the course of his career. Keegan shares the heartbreak of having his dream career he had been working towards since he was young and losing it to powers outside his control. However it’s not all doom and gloom,...

In this Bite Size from episode #88 mental skills coach for Collingwood and Melbourne Storm, Jacqui Louder, explains what she thinks makes for a winning team. Jacqui talks about how she doesn’t come in to “fix” a team but merely to add to their culture and why it can take up to 3 years to really get a handle on an organisation to make meaningful changes. Jacqui also shares why she is so happy to go...

In this Bite Size from episode #84 Tour De Cure founder, Geoff Coombes, talks about how after working in numerous jobs he found himself being drawn towards fundraising and charity events and how that eventually morphed into his purpose that he now lives by. Geoff and Andrew also talk about some of their earlier experiences in leadership roles where they felt they had to conform to a certain leader...

In this Bite Size from episode #87 the Wizard traveled down to Melbourne to interview the Moonee Valley Bowls Club and find out what was the x factor that got them over the line when the pressure of finals time came in. The Moonee Valley boys talk about the mental skills that Andrew taught them and how they were able to apply them in games both individually and as a team to not only get promoted t...

In this Bite Size from episode #85 Andrew talks to the NSW Primary Principal’s Association about optimism and why it is a bit deeper than just trying to force a smile when things aren’t going your way. Andrew acknowledges that while bad times do happen and our brains are wired to focus on that it is about seeing that there is something better on the way and focusing on that. Andrew also gives an e...

In this Bite Size from episode #83 Dr Tom and Andrew swap a few tips on how to use your body’s own circadian clock to stay energised naturally this winter, no coffee or supplements required. Dr Tom and Andrew emphasise the importance of getting plenty of natural sunlight in the mornings to help wake you up and kick your body into gear, as well as avoiding bright lights at night to work with your b...

In This Bite Size from episode #62 Dr Ben Hamer explains what a futurist is and how you go about becoming one. Dr Ben dispels the myth that futurists are just making up their titles and jobs by explaining that there is a very scientific approach taken when looking into the future and what it could hold. Dr Ben talks about some of the ways that he is able to predict advances in technology and socie...

Keegan Hipgrave is a former NRL player who played a total of 49 games for 2 clubs, the Gold Coast Titans and the Paramatta Eels. His NRL debut at just 20 years of age marked the beginning of a promising sporting career. But sometimes things in life don’t go to plan, and Keegan’s football career came to an early end due to a series of concussions, forcing him to medically retire at the age of 24.  ...

In this Bite Size from episode #82 world renowned keynote speaker Michael Mcqueen talks about how he prepares for his keynotes and gives an example of a 15 minute presentation that took him over 200 hours to prepare, including a significant amount of time talking to a wall! Andrew and Michael also discuss how they both deal with nervousness and get into a flow state while presenting to be at their...

Jacqui Louder is the sport psychologist behind the reigning AFL premiers, Collingwood, and has helped Melbourne Storm clinch NRL premierships. From circus arts to motorcycling, her unique experience shapes mental resilience at the highest level. 5:00 – Jacqui’s journey: knowing early she wanted to be a sport psychologist, 1000s of hours of study & experience 12:45 – Shifting from deficits to s...

In this Bite Size from episode #65 Andrew is joined by Dr Tom Buckley and Dr Marc Jarczok to discuss all things Heart Rate Variability or HRV. Dr tom and Dr Marc explain what HRV is, how to measure it and why it is so important to your health. Dr Tom and Dr Marc also give some real world instances of where they have seen improving HRV has helped clients improve their health and their overall lives...

This week's podcast is a special one to me —it's about a group of Aussie underdogs, achieving the seemingly impossible. Picture this: my phone rings and it's one of my best mates from school, Deano, who is president of Moonee Valley Bowls Club (MVBC). Deano explains for the last 7 years his top team has struggled to break through to the Premier Division. Despite their efforts, they just couldn't p...

In this bite size from episode #72 Atlassian’s chief futurist Dom Price explains how he came up with the 5 responsible technology principles and why he believes they are so important going forward in a rapidly evolving technology landscape. Dom also weighs in on the issue of AI and how he thinks it can be used either to the benefit or detriment of society and why he believes there needs to be stri...

In this episode Andrew, Steve (Stump) and Stuart (Sarfras) discuss: 3:15 Andrew’s 5 minute job interview with Stumpa at NSW Cricket, the difference between training for running and training to be cricket fit, and role modelling to be early for everything. 8:35 Andrew being the worst cricketer involved in NSW Cricket, a coach isn’t there to be liked but to be respected, and Patty Farhart’s comments...

In this bite size from episode #69 Carol Cooke shares the story of how she was initially diagnosed with MS and how she will never forget the way the callous doctor dismissed her with no regard for her feelings after dropping a bombshell on her life. Carol also talks about how her husband has defied the odds and stuck by her to help her deal with her diagnosis and encouraged her to follow her dream...

In the past 6 months, one sector we have enjoyed working with is teachers and education. Educators do an amazing job of looking after our kids by providing them with care, attention, guidance, support, and education. If I ask you who was that teacher who made a difference in your life, that teacher who went the extra mile, made an investment in you - who comes to mind? Teachers are dedicated to th...

In this bite size from episode #80, author and organisational psychologist Amantha Imber walks us through the steps she took to write her new book 'The Health Habit' in record time, including specific research and strategies she used to to make it as helpful as possible. Amantha also walks us through how she puts this information into practise in her life to feel her best and work at her most prod...

Geoff Coombes’ story is a testament to the transformative power of purpose and the impact of connection within our communities. Geoff is co-founder of Tour de Cure, an inspiring Australian charity that have raised over $120 million, funding over 150 major scientific cancer research breakthroughs and supporting 979 cancer projects. Geoff’s contribution resulted in him being awarded the prestigious...

In this bite size from episode #66 Michael Bungay Stainer talks about how he turned a nightmare scenario into one of the best interviews he has ever done. During an early morning interview MBS found himself being asked to coach Brené Brown live on her podcast, all the while he had lost her video feed and was unable to see her. Michael talks about how he went back to basics and used simple techniqu...

Tune in as Dr Tom Buckley and Andrew dive into the science of circadian rhythm, the internal biological clock that dictates sleep wake cycles and influences multiple aspects of wellbeing including cognition, hormone balance, metabolism, weight management, sleep-wake cycles, sex drive and especially personal energy levels. During this episode we explore the interrelationship between circadian rhyth...

In this bite size from episode #67 mental skills coach John Quinn talks about his experience working with children in Christchurch and what he thinks they need to be taught in schools to ensure they have the best start to life. John also talks about why he thinks some amounts of failure and setback can be a massive help in the long run when it comes to building resilience in the future as well as...