Total Mental Performance

In this episode, I sit down with Peter Hackmair, a coach, consultant, and former professional football player. He works with entrepreneurs, executives, and professionals who have already achieved significant success but are struggling with the question, "Is this all there is?" In the pod, we dive deep into: The hidden identity crisis many high performers face after “making it” Why succes...

What do you do when you're feeling stuck? Whether that's in business, whether that's in your personal life, whether that's just in life chaos.

One way to beat fear of failure in business is using something that I call the "Scientist mindset."

Do you have a Husky Mind? The signs include: - A relentless drive to learn and try new things. - A constant need for stimulation and challenge. - A genuine struggle to sit still or remain idle. Huskies are amazing beings with boundless energy and very complex needs but, what happens to a Husky left alone in a room with no stimulation? Listen to this TMP radio segment to find out.

In this episode, I’m joined by a former lawyer turned burnout specialist, Charlene Gisele, for a conversation many high performers need to hear. In the pod, we unpacked: -why high performers don’t feel burnt out until it’s too late -How anxiety, insomnia, ambition and drive get rewarded… right up until they don’t -The real difference between fatigue and burnout (they’re not the same) -Why most peo...

Most people suffer unintentionally. James chose it. In this pod, I sit down with entrepreneur and former GB rowing athlete James Gough, who went from having his Olympic dreams cut short by serious illness to building a multi-division global business. From losing his athletic identity to rebuilding from a hospital bed, this episode is about why certainty isn’t motivation, it’s identity. When you kn...

If there’s one conversation that sums up what it means to build a business with soul in a noisy, AI-driven world… it’s this one with Mike Samuels, The Coffeeshop Copywriter. Mike is someone I’ve followed for years. I’ve always admired his brain, his story, and the way he writes with such clarity and honesty. In this pod, we talked about: -Why writing feels vulnerable -Authenticity vs. AI shortcuts...

In this episode of the Total Mental Performance podcast, high performance coach Ric Moylan talks about the intricacies of coaching world level athletes and executives. Ric has spent over 25 years decades translating the systems of elite sport into high performance personal codes that work in real life. We explore the definition of high performance, the importance of trust in coaching relationships...

This week on the Total Mental Performance Podcast I sit down with my good friend Scott MacDonald - Advisor to FTSE 100 & global boards, ultramarathon runner, former pilot and high-performance coach to CEOs and elite performers. This podcast could easily have been a 4 hour episode… We dive into: 🔵 Lessons from the cockpit 👉 why fighter pilot training is one of the ultimate laboratories for me...

In this episode, I sit down with my 1:1 client Tom Dickinson—Managing Director of OSI Ltd, motivational speaker, and mental health advocate. He’s one of the kindest, ambitious and driven guys you’ll ever meet. Tom opens up about losing his brother to suicide, how it nearly broke him, and the journey that followed—taking over his family business, scaling it, and using his story to inspire thousands...

🎙️ Dan Martin and I discuss the origins of Mental Performance Coach certification: 👉 How the certification came to be 👉 Why now 👉 The curriculum 👉 Common patterns and frameworks for top coaches 👉 The type of coaches that get the best results Becoming a Mental Performance Coach isn’t about surface-level goal setting and motivational quotes. It’s about helping ambitious clients unlock clarity,...

Louis Calvert joins me to talk alignment, creativity, and building a coaching business that truly feels like you . 🎧 Tune in to learn how to find your unfair advantage and get paid to exist. Apply for a Mental Performance Coach Certification: https://join.totalmentalperformance.com/tmp-certification-2025-application

Luke Turner went from fitness coach to business leader — and in this episode, we dive into the mindset shifts that made it possible. We talk leadership, building high-performing teams, personal branding, mentorship, and how finding your Ikigai can transform your life and business.

Ainsley Duncombe—founder of Off Market Listings and ex‑CEO of Groupon MENA—joins me to share his climb from street‑level sales to C‑suite leadership. We cover everything from off‑market real estate strategies and cross‑border scaling to incentive psychology (“why a £20 Beckham shirt beat a $1,500 trip”) and the mental fluidity needed to map six moves ahead. Plus: how fatherhood reshaped his succes...

Your Phone Is Draining You — Here’s How to Take Back Control Social media. News. Notifications. It's all designed to keep you hooked. In this video, I break down why device addiction happens and give you a simple, proven toolkit to reclaim your focus, energy, and peace. Learn how to: ⚡️ Break the "hooked" cycle 📵 Use tech to control your tech 💡 Regain mental clarity and productivi...

Today we have big @neilshoneymac in the hot seat. Neil’s a legend, a leading Facebook ads veteran and entrepreneur. I’ve had the honour having Neil help me scale from 6 to 7 figures in TMP sales as well as mentoring him 1:1 on his mental performance. He truly is one of the good guys, that is great at what he does. Discover how Neil transitioned from a state of panic to consistent calm flow, buildi...

This one thinking framework will help you think more clearly, more strategically, and avoid the costly mistakes that sabotage high performers. Whether you're a business owner, executive, or entrepreneur — mastering this mindset can change the game.

In this episode of the Total Mental Performance Podcast, Sukh Sidhu shares his journey from selling women’s shoes online to becoming a respected figure in the fitness industry and entrepreneurial world. We dive deep into: The business fundamentals that actually drive success How mentorship and real feedback shaped his path The influence of combat sports on mindset and discipline The pursuit of flo...

In this episode, I sat down with executive transformation coach Martin Bugaj to go deep on what really drives personal transformation — especially for high-performing business owners. We covered: ⚡️ Why commitment trumps motivation 🧠 The hidden “secondary gains” that keep people stuck 💥 How mentorship, martial arts, and mindset shape long-term change 🌍 What it takes to go from achievement → im...

In this episode, I sit down with 1:1 client and good friend Tony Mcaleavy, a multifaceted entrepreneur and coach, to dive into his journey from childhood struggles with self-doubt and communication to building multiple successful businesses. Inside, we cover powerful insights on: 🎙️ Entrepreneurial Growth – From fitness coaching to mentorship and property investment, Tony shares how his experience...

In this episode of the Total Mental Performance podcast, we sit down with @davekennedytlb for a raw conversation that goes far beyond the usual mental performance talk. ⁣ ⁣Dave shares his raw journey of transformation, turning personal pain into purpose as a coach helping others through similar battles.⁣ ⁣We go a layer further into emotional resilience, spiritual growth then the blood and guts of...

In this podcast episode, we welcome my 1:1 client, Nathan Joseph. Nathan took a big risk to come work with me for where he was at… Having more than 4x'd his turnover with more time and peace than ever within 6 months, It's safe to say he's truly experiencing reality-shaking change. He shares his inspiring journey from battling severe mental health issues to becoming a successful online...

In this episode of the Total Mental Performance podcast, we bring on one of my youth mentees Ciaran O'Connor. (@soulofciaran on Instagram) Ciaran goes deep on his journey as a young entrepreneur facing grief and responsibility to launching his own healthy food brand, Soul Food. Ciaran’s story serves as an inspiration for young people looking to make their mark in the world. He shares his journ...

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ben Knight ( @benknightinvestments on Instagram), founder of the Trade Tribe, who’s on a mission to help busy individuals invest smarter and more efficiently. Whether you’re a seasoned trader or just starting your journey, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Here’s what we covered: • 💡 Ben’s 5-Minute Investment Strategy: A simple, t...

In this Total Mental Performance podcast episode, we welcome Joel Stone, founder of the digital marketing agency Codebreak and a bestselling author. ⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ I first met Joel at one of Neil’s ( @neilshoneymac on IG ) client events and always found him to be a lovely bloke who’s great at what he does. I sensed he had quite the story, it turns out, I wasn’t wrong!⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ Some of the highlights include:⁣⁣...