Sweat & Courage

In his teachings, Broughton describes healthy disrespect as a form of wise skepticism—a refusal to compromise one’s instincts and values for the sake of conformity or approval. He illustrates this with the example of a child who, despite being told to listen more during training, internally maintains his sense of self, thinking, “Whatever… Healthy disrespect, Dad!”  Broughton believes that this mi...

On this Easter Monday I talk about pride and how it’s absolutely identified with Ego. Pride is the opposite of humility.

This week Drewe breaks down a word that he has a deep understanding of: Authenticity His understanding and daily pledge to live this has led an him to an understanding of the great teachings in philosophy and religions, that all leave signposts for Authenticity being the highest measure of courage.

In this episode Drewe breaks down pressure and how he helps top performers understand it and navigate it. Drewe has a fascinating understanding of this area and as always he brings it back to his three step system

Welcome to Episode 10! This week Drewe dives deeply into Imposter Syndrome. He breaks down many myths and offers solutions through Vulnerability and acceptance

I First met Thomas back in 2012. Then aged 22 Thomas was suffering from chronic Patella tendonitis issues. Hal fought back from an ACL injury aged 15 and was out of football for 2.5years and our journey began. For a decade I worked with ' Hal' and got to know him very well. His mindset was always exceptional. staying present and allowing things to occur in spite of him and not because of him. a di...

To open Season 2 of my podcast, I sit with author of what has become the leading book in setting High Performance cultures; Legacy. James has enormous experience of working in and with high performing teams and over the 90 minutes that follow, we really go deep into performance nuances.

Marvin Sordell retired from professional football in 2109 aged just 28. Having played in the Premier League for bolton and Burnley, represented England at U.21 level and played in the 2012 Olympic Games as part of team Great Britain, Marvin was worn down emotionally by the industry of professional football. Depressed and fighting suicidal thoughts, he walked away. I thought that takes great streng...

Aged 14 Luke was spotted by Manchester United. He joined the club and was there until his early 20s. During that time he suffered terribly at there hands of the media and fans for the way he looked. He had to keep performing and he had to ' look tough' . His professional career spanned 20 years but, he shares what that took emotionally and how he lacked the tools to flourish. Emotional intelligenc...

Representing Wolves, Stoke City and Burnley in the Premier League, Michael has played in every league in English football. After 17 seasons he has decided to retire from the game. Brutally honest , Mike talks about his journey. Self doubt, fears, mental health issues, Mike talks of the real need for greater emotional education for coaches. At 13 he walked away from football and Tottenham as he had...

Dan had 36 jobs between the age of 17-19. He loved business and seeing opportunities. From selling combat trousers sourced from his background as a dancer to celebrities including David Beckham, Dan always had a creative streak. Like all my other guests from the worlds of sport and business, Dan has the gift of drive and vision with a sensitive personality and huge heart. This conversation is anot...

Episode 4 - Gail Emms Former Olympic Athlete. Former world no.1 multi world champion. 2 x Olympian We discuss all areas of what it takes to get to the top. the rejections, the failures, the self doubt and most of all the slow loss of self. Gail is brutally honest as we delve into the emotional struggle she had. The day she said "I'm done " and so so much more.

Business leader. Entrepreneur. Co founder of a city consultancy. what does it take to lead and manage a company? how do you control/accept the relentless pursuit of fulfilling what you know you can? why mental health walks hand in hand with high performance. and so much more

This young footballer has depth and wisdom beyond his years. From Fulham to Chelsea then Norwich City and now at Barnsley in the English championship, Cameron definitely has 'it'. drive, burning desire to strive and fulfil his destiny, yet with a huge heart, sensitive, compassionate and deep. He talks about his battles to trust and believe in himself to quite the voice of ' nothings ever enough' A...

On the eve of the champions league final 2019, I'm excited to release this powerful conversation with a player who's represented both finalists Liverpool FC and Tottenham Hotspurs FC. A man who's journey is so powerful. from zero to hero, the ups and downs the public scrutiny and judgment. The addictions and escapisms.his emotional growth through pain and today at 27 and back to the child within,...