Stuart Worden is a theater director, story writer, teacher, and the principal of BRIT School of Performing Arts. In today’s micro-lesson, hear Stuart’s insights into adopting the adventurous mindset when taking on ambitious goals. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to get 1 free month on Sporting Edge Membership here , which includes 24/7 access to over 900 insights and high performance strategies.
Trust is an essential component of building solid relationships and high performing teams, but can be difficult to quantify. This episode looks at the intangible nature of trust and the benefits of taking risks with trusted individuals. Tune in to hear from leaders in the sports world Britain's most successful female marathon kayaker Anna Hemmings, former chairman of UK Sport Baroness Sue Campbell and Chelsea and England football legend Frank Lampard. We also hear about the psychological role of...
Commander David Marquet is a former US nuclear submarine captain who is known for turning around the lowest-ranked nuclear-powered submarine, the USS Santa Fe. Since then he has worked as a leadership expert and speaks to audiences globally about creating workplaces where people are healthier and happier because they have more control over their work. He is the bestselling author of the books ‘Turn the Ship Around’ and ‘Leadership is Language’. In this episode, Marquet shares his insights on lea...
This episode flips the script where I share my interview on the Big Balance Theory podcast with Sarah Cripps. It provides a glimpse into my backstory as a former England cricketer and studying for a master's degree in sports psychology. We also explore the importance of setting goals, being disruptive, embracing diversity, learning from failures, and managing your energy and wellbeing. If you’d like to join the Sporting Edge Members Club to get 24/7 access to over 900 insights to accelerate your...
With the 2023 Masters Tournament coming up, I reflect on a couple of key insights from Paul McGinley, Irish professional golfer and the Ryder Cup Captain who won four events on the European Tour. As you’ll find out, golf is a great example of why it is so important to stay present and focused, no matter how high the stakes are. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to get 1 free month on Sporting Edge Membership here , which includes 24/7 access to over 900 insights and high perform...
Vin Walsh is Professor of Human Brain Research and Royal Society Industry Research Fellow at the Institute of Cognitive Neuroscience, UCL. He has published over 300 scientific articles and several books, and his specialism is in how the brain achieves all the things we take for granted. In this episode, we delve into key findings from his research, including the impact of negative thought patterns, visualisation and neuroplasticity. We also explore the role of patience whilst having a growth min...
This week, we lost an icon of the sports world, Dick Fosbury. The pioneering Olympic champion who changed the high jump forever. He is a symbol of challenging the status quo. In this micro-lesson, I showcase an insight from Tendayi Viki, an author and innovation consultant who holds a PhD in Psychology and an MBA, about thinking differently. It's a great reminder to get started on our big ideas and that failure is an integral part of success. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to...
As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we hear from two truly inspiring women from the sports and the performing arts worlds. Tune in to learn from RADA’s Director of Actor Coaching, Lucy Skilbeck and former New Zealand rugby union player Anna Richards about self-confidence, mindset and advice to female leaders. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to get 1 free month on Sporting Edge Membership here , which includes 24/7 access to over 900 insights and high performance strateg...
Campbell Macpherson is an international business advisor, keynote speaker, writer and award-winning author of ‘The Change Catalyst’, ‘The Power to Change’ and ‘You: Part Two’. He has been enabling the leadership of strategic change for more than 25 years, helping organisations around the world to clarify their strategy. In this mastermind episode we explore how we can be best primed for change. We delve into the role of communication, the impact of change on our primal instincts, and how to get ...
James Anderson and Stuart Broad have become the most prolific bowling partnership in Test cricket after surpassing Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath’s record of 1,001 wickets. It’s fascinating to see their hunger to keep on learning, so tune in as we explore how they reached the top and how they have stayed there for more than a decade. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to get 1 free month on Sporting Edge Membership here , which includes 24/7 access to over 900 insights and high pe...
Kate Richardson-Walsh, OBE is an Olympic Gold and Bronze Medal winning English field hockey player. She is the most capped female hockey player in GB history, and was captain of the GB and England women's hockey teams for 13 years. A proud member of the LGBT+ community, Kate and her partner Helen Richardson made history when they became the first same-sex couple to win an Olympic gold medal. In this episode, learn about the value of investing in our mindset, identifying our ‘super strengths’, Ka...
Whatever your big goal is – you may be procrastinating and putting things off. In this micro-lesson, I share the power of breaking things down. By dedicating just five minutes to our goal we can find the energy and focus we need to make that all important start. It may be finding an address, calling a friend or tidying our desk. From this small start, we can build the momentum we need to achieve our longer term goals. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to get 1 free month on Spor...
Warren Gatland CBE is a New Zealand rugby union coach and former player who is currently in his second spell as the head coach of the Welsh national team. With the Six Nations just around the corner, Warren shares some great insight into the nature of high performing teams. In this episode we explore his leadership influences, the role of skill and character, advice on how to work with big personalities – and why singing as a group has been Warren’s secret weapon to keep a diverse British and Ir...
In today’s episode we talk about preparing for 2023 and the importance of having a strong mindset to achieve success. We delve into the topic of personal resilience, which comes from the recent ‘Winning Mindset’ webinar I ran for the Sporting Edge community. Tune in as we explore strategies for finding balance, the impact of living in a non-stop information ecosystem, as well as some key insights from Rahaf Harfoush and Lieutenant Colonel Langley Sharp. If you’d like to join the Sporting Edge Me...
Tune in to today’s micro-lesson as we investigate the power of saying no. We will hear from Fran Halsall, retired English competitive swimmer who has represented Great Britain at the Olympics, FINA world championships, and European championships, on how she stayed focused by saying no to distractions. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to get 1 free month on Sporting Edge Membership here , which includes 24/7 access to over 900 insights and high performance strategies. Links ment...
As we kick off 2023, many of us might be experiencing a slump from the ambitious goals we have set for ourselves. It’s the brilliant basics and finding the sustainable goals that will win in the long run. Join me today as I unpick some key insights from the Sporting Edge Digital Library about the power of discipline and repetition, visualisation, and choosing your support team wisely. Today we delve into the brilliant minds of former South African cricket captain Graeme Smith, British cycling co...
With uncertainty you can either go with the flow or crave control. This episode comes from our recent Members webinar event, where we explore these different ways of dealing with uncertainty. Entrepreneurs and executives from all over the world joined me on this live zoom coaching call to explore key strategies for leading through the unknown. Tune into this episode where I share some key insights and practical tips which have helped leaders stay nimble. If you’d like to join the Sporting Edge M...
This micro-lesson delves into our previous interview with Gareth Southgate, before his role as England manager, which carries some timeless pearls of wisdom. Tune in to hear Gareth’s insights on setting the conditions to nurture leaders and what it takes to be a great coach. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to get 1 free month on Sporting Edge Membership here , which includes 24/7 access to over 900 insights and high performance strategies. Links mentioned: Mastermind: Kieran R...
Kieran Read is a former captain of the New Zealand All Blacks rugby team. He is one of the most capped players of all time, playing number 8 between 2008 and 2019. He was voted IRB player of the year in 2013 and led the All Blacks to a world record of 19 consecutive wins. In today’s episode, we delve into his personal story and the revered culture of the All Blacks. Tune in as we unpack the spiritual philosophy of Whakapapa, the impact of the Haka war dance before each match, how Kieran and the ...
Today’s Mastermind comes from a true trailblazer for diversity and reaching to the top. Stephanie Boyce the sixth female, the first Black office holder, the first person of colour and the second in-house solicitor in almost 50 years to become president of the Law Society of England and Wales. She is clearly a change agent for more inclusive cultures, so I wanted to get some of her practical advice that we can all apply in the workplace. This was a fascinating discussion about how ordinary people...
Today’s micro-lesson delves into how to get the best engagement and impact from our team meetings, featuring some tangible insights from the expert Tammy Erickson. She is an Adjunct Professor, Organisational Behaviour, at London Business School, where she has designed and co-directs the school’s premier leadership programme for senior-most executives, Leading Businesses Into the Future. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to get 1 free month on Sporting Edge Membership here , whic...
Ash Farrington spent thirty years in policing, retiring as a Detective Chief Inspector. He achieved national accreditations as a hostage negotiator, Senior Investigating Officer and Public Safety and Public Order commander. Ash then qualified as a leadership coach and has considerable coaching experience and leadership development that has included working with the British Army, HM Prison Service, Fire and Rescue Service as well as with colleagues in the Police Service. This episode comes from a...
Lieutenant Colonel Langley Sharp MBE was head of the Centre for Army Leadership, part of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, and is responsible for championing leadership excellence across the British Army. Having graduated from Sandhurst two decades ago, his career in the Parachute Regiment has seen him deployed to Northern Ireland, Macedonia, Afghanistan and Iraq. Whatever your field, we can all draw lessons from the army. In today’s mastermind episode, Langley shares his view of leading tea...
In today’s micro-lesson, find out how elite performers get comfortable with failure, and what you can do to give your best shot. This insight comes from Tanmay Bakshi, an IBM Advisory Software Engineer, Google Developer Expert for Machine Learning, TED and Keynote Speaker, and author of four Tech books. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to get 1 free month on Sporting Edge Membership here , which includes 24/7 access to over 900 insights and high performance strategies. Links me...
Put simply, Andy Bounds helps companies communicate better. He is a keynote speaker, award-winning consultant and best-selling author. After having spent over 20 years studying what the world’s best salespeople do, Andy provides some impactful techniques that anyone can use to sell more. In this episode, we explore all things sales – from networking, sales emails to closing a deal. Andy sheds light on what makes a strong elevator pitch and his style of negotiating. There are some really practica...
Professor Gro Sandal, the Department of Psychosocial Sciences at the University of Bergen, Norway, shares some fascinating insights into how the American and Russian space missions recruited their team. It’s testament to the power of having a strong, diverse team – and what leaders need to look out for when hiring. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to get 1 free month on Sporting Edge Membership here , which includes 24/7 access to over 900 insights and high performance strategi...
There is no doubt that we are becoming increasingly reliant on technology in our work and social lives but we need to make sure it’s ethical and healthy. Rahaf Harfoush is a Strategist, Digital Anthropologist, and New York Times Best-Selling Author. Her focus is on the intersections between emerging technology, innovation, and digital culture and raises some powerful questions for us to reflect on. In this episode, Rahaf provides an objective view of the tech giants’ strategy, explores the relat...
Today we explore how the best coaches are both inspiring and practical. Find out from Risa Steinberg, the Associate Director of Dance at The Juilliard School in New York, as she shares what she has learnt from having a 360-degree relationship with coaches and mentors. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to get 1 free month on Sporting Edge Membership here , which includes 24/7 access to over 900 insights and high performance strategies. Links mentioned: Mastermind: Ade Adepitan MB...
Ade Adepitan was born in Lagos, Nigeria. As an infant, he contracted polio, resulting in damage to his legs that meant he needed calipers to walk. At the age of three, he moved with his family to the UK, where he grew up in East London. Becoming a wheelchair basketball player, he was part of the British team that played at the 2004 Summer Paralympics, securing a bronze medal. In 2005 he was awarded the MBE for services to disability sport. Ade’s story is a powerful reminder that we can always fi...
Former Chelsea F.C. legend and current Premier League Soccer Manager, Frank Lampard, shares how mental and physical recovery was key to the longevity of his successful career. Tune in to learn how you can create boundaries and energy routines so you can stay on top of your game. As a listener to the show, use the code PODCAST100 to get 1 free month on Sporting Edge Membership here , which includes 24/7 access to over 900 insights and high performance strategies....
