Bestselling author, entrepreneur, speaker and a trusted advisor to businesses around the world, Rasmus Ankersen is an expert on performance development. In today’s episode, I dive deep into his insights in spotting and nurturing talent. Tune in to learn more about how talent ‘Gold Mines’ start and the role of luck, passion and motivation converting potential into career success. Let’s not forget that we’re all running our own race, and that having a strong team and network around us has a profou...
Mar 10, 2021•35 min•Ep. 27
Tune in to these bite-sized snippets from my interview with Ben Ferbrache from the Guernsey Cricket Podcast called Under The Covers. Today’s micro-lesson covers the infamous ‘moon ball’, the psychology of T20 cricket and training strategies that will give you increased confidence and focus. If you’d like to learn how to think like a pro – explore our Winning Mindset Programme https://www.sportingedge.com/programmes/the-winning-mindset/ Links: Here’s a link to the full interview from The Guernsey...
Mar 03, 2021•13 min
To celebrate International Women’s Day, we’re going inside the mind of some of the most successful women from elite sport, business and the performing arts. I’m lucky to be surrounded by some amazing women – my mum, wife, two daughters, and the mostly female team at Sporting Edge. Whether you're male or female tuning in, let’s celebrate what women have achieved through their discipline, confidence and resilience. We dive into the Member’s Club Library to learn more about the power of role models...
Feb 24, 2021•42 min•Ep. 26
Today’s micro-lesson covers dealing with setbacks and motivation. It’s part of my interview on the Joe Marler Show. As a listener to the show, use the code INSPIRE21 to get 1 free month on Sporting Edge Membership here , which includes 24/7 access to over 600 insights and high performance strategies. Check out the full interview from the Joe Marler Show here . Connect with Jeremy Contact [email protected] LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremysnape/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/...
Feb 17, 2021•17 min
As we continue to navigate through these uncertain times, it’s easier than ever to feel demotivated. In this episode I tackle the belief systems that prevent us from being optimistic. I’ve selected key insights from the Sporting Edge Member’s Library to learn how world-class performers build their bank of hope and confidence. Just like you and me, they need to play mind games too. Find out from psychiatry and neuroscience experts Dr Dehra Harris and Dr Tara Swart how our ancient brains and memor...
Feb 10, 2021•45 min•Ep. 25
Coaching is not an easy job. From my own playing career, I know that it takes a careful balance of support and challenge to help people to make progress. Today I delve into our video library of experts and find insights to help deconstruct what makes a great coach, and how they overcome common dilemmas which accompany this crucial role. We’ll hear from internationally renowned dance coach Risa Steinberg and Olympic gold medallist Amy Williams as they reflect on what it takes to become an outstan...
Jan 27, 2021•42 min•Ep. 24
Today’s episode dives into one of the highest profile coaches in sport, Eddie Jones. Eddie qualified as a teacher in his native Australia before following his passion for coaching rugby and has coached the International teams of Australia, South Africa and Japan. In 2015 he became the head coach of England Rugby and inspired them to a record winning streak of 18 consecutive victories including England’s first grand slam for 13 years. Featuring video insights from Sporting Edge’s Members Club lib...
Jan 13, 2021•40 min•Ep. 23
It’s been a tiring and challenging year to say the least, but the pressures throughout 2020 have allowed many of us to pivot. In this episode, I explore the psychological lessons that have helped us to overcome periods of adversity and make big decisions for our work or personal lives. As I search through the Sporting Edge Members Library, I uncover what Brentford FC Co-Director of Football Rasmus Ankersen and former professional British tennis player Annabel Croft have to say about adapting and...
Dec 14, 2020•34 min•Ep. 22
This year more than ever we have to keep talking, and for many men this can be challenging. On 19th November it was International Men’s Day, so I want to dedicate this episode to the mental wellbeing of men. In 2017 alone there were 6,000 suicides in the UK – 75% were men. And having experienced two male suicides in our close family, I feel passionate about this area. Today I dive into the Sporting Edge Members Library and share five impactful insights from lead performers. Join me as I unpack s...
Dec 01, 2020•30 min•Ep. 21
From the interviews I’ve conducted at Sporting Edge, a clear theme is that to move forward we need to make decisions. This episode explores six strategies to make better quality decisions, through a diverse range of experts across sport, business, academia, and the military. Hear from experts like the former COO Morgan Stanley Europe May Busch, Professor of Business Management at Leeds University Bill Gerrard, and Professor Wandi Bruine de Bruin. The conversation with neuroscientist John Coates ...
Oct 27, 2020•50 min•Ep. 20
As the former Chair of UK Sport and former CEO of the National Coaching Federation, Sue Campbell is now the Director of Women's Football and a newly appointed Dame in 2020 New Year Honours for services to sport. It’s testament to her tenacity and work ethic she’s developed over her career. In this episode we learn about Sue Campbell’s inner-game. As a leader, we need to be resilient more than ever and empower our team members to think through challenges. Find out how much our response to adversi...
Oct 12, 2020•43 min•Ep. 19
Becoming a champion takes incredible sacrifice and discipline. It’s not easy. Which is why understanding our motivations is key. What’s your goal? How much do you want it? How long are you willing to chase it for? In this episode we explore the science of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation so that you can identify the GAPS. Learn about Champion Jockey AP McCoy’s fear of failure and how Olympian Amy Williams strives for continual improvement. Jeremy also picks insights from the Sporting Edge digi...
Sep 24, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 18
Striving for success is rarely glamorous. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a corporate executive or professional athlete, we all face setbacks and have ‘down’ days. How have you recovered from previous challenges in the past? This episode reflects over what to do when facing low points. Tune in as Jeremy searches through the Sporting Edge Library for advice from British cycling coach Sir Dave Brailsford, former New Zealand rugby union player Anna Richards and former Olympic skeleton racer Amy Wi...
Sep 10, 2020•44 min•Ep. 17
As our work has become more flexible, our working days have lengthened. While this is fine to hit a short-term deadline, prolonged exposure to stress can create mental health issues and burnout. In today’s episode we explore practical ways to manage our technology and develop healthier stress and recovery cycles in our daily lives. We’ll hear more from the neuroscientists Dr. John Coates and Prof. Vincent Walsh about the brain benefits from downtime, and leading athletes, such as former football...
Aug 20, 2020•54 min•Ep. 16
As your profile builds, so do the external distractions. Being the 7th bowler of all time to reach 500 Test Match wickets, Stuart Broad has developed a mental game that is as impressive as his skills. In this episode, Jeremy unpacks a conversation with Stuart into the routines and strategies he uses to focus on his mind under pressure. You’ll hear how he bounced back from being hit for six sixes by Yuvraj Singh and what motivates him to stay one of the world’s best cricketers. Whether you love c...
Aug 07, 2020•16 sec•Ep. 15
Mavericks are the free spirits that achieve great results in unconventional ways. It feels like we can’t live with them or without them such is their polarising impact on our teams. In today’s episode, Jeremy picks out expert insights from Sporting Edge’s digital video library about how to get the best out of big characters. Learn from leading coaches like Ian McGeechan and Greg Shipperd about how they approach their powerful players. Former Chair of UK Sport, Baroness Sue Campbell, and Sport Ps...
Jul 21, 2020•42 min•Ep. 14
In the run up to this week’s West Indies cricket match in England, let’s explore the mindset of one of the sport’s biggest legends - Sir Viv Richards. What motivates him? What has he learnt from his setbacks? Following an interview when he worked alongside Viv at the Melbourne Stars T20 team in Australia, Jeremy picks out some impactful insights that we can all benefit from within our personal, work and sporting lives. Known as the ‘master blaster’, Richards has scored 8,540 runs in 121 Test mat...
Jul 06, 2020•49 min•Ep. 13
SMEs make up about 99% of the UK economy. Viewing this data alongside the fact that we’re battling this global pandemic, business owners need to maintain their energy, tenacity and guiding principles more than ever. In this episode, Jeremy takes in questions from listeners and delves into the Sporting Edge digital library for answers. Hear what former Champion jockey Sir A.P McCoy has learnt about mental toughness, and 16-year-old AI Expert Tanmay Bakshi’s philosophy about failure. We also unpic...
Jun 24, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 12
Following the tragic death of George Floyd, it’s no surprise there’s been a global reaction of protests after three months of lockdown. The ‘Black Lives Matter’ protests will force our Governments to foster a more inclusive society but we all need to take individual responsibility if we are to achieve true change. Delving into Sporting Edge’s Digital Performance Zone library, hear what Dr Jo Kandola and Professor Binna Kandola have learnt about recognising and changing our bias. Learn more from ...
Jun 08, 2020•36 min•Ep. 11
Our mindset is the engine room of our performance. So what do we need to do as leaders and performers to stay on top of our mental game? By keeping our mental wellbeing a priority, we can build resilience, withstand adversity and make high performance choices a habit. In this episode, Jeremy uncovers the advice from top-performing athletes and business leaders like cricketer Sir Viv Richards, canoeist Anna Hemmings MBE, and Google’s Kirk Vallis. He also explores insights from leading psychologis...
May 22, 2020•21 sec•Ep. 10
As we’re entering the next phase of reintegration, leaders are facing a whole set of new challenges and opportunities. Jeremy showcases insights from The Winning Mindset for Leaders Programme to show how we can manage our own mindset and get comfortable with uncertainty. Hear how the All Blacks handle expectation, from leaders like Baroness Sue Campbell and England Rugby Coach Eddie Jones. We also uncover key leadership insights from Brentford FC’s Director of Football Rasmus Ankersen, UCL’s Sen...
May 07, 2020•56 min•Ep. 9
Returning to our normal lives still feels like a long way off for many of us facing lockdown extensions. So how can we learn from those who have coped in true isolation? Jeremy reflects over his conversations with anti-apartheid campaigners Ahmed Kathrada and Denis Goldberg, who were imprisoned alongside Nelson Mandela for over 20 years. We also hear key insights from Professor Gro Sandal, an expert in the psychology extreme environments such as the International Space Station and mindset needed...
Apr 20, 2020•53 min•Ep. 8
The biggest barrier to our success is often our own mindset. Recorded especially for both parents and ambitious youngsters, Jeremy uncovers the psychology behind some of our greatest athletes. Frank Lampard, Kate Richardson-Walsh, Ade Adepitan, Sir Dave Braislford, and many more, share their best advice in this episode. Once we understand the voices in our heads, we can develop the confidence, resilience and motivation needed to achieve our goals in school, sport and life. Enjoy this episode wit...
Apr 11, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 7
With the deadly Covid-19 virus spreading like wildfire across the globe – we are all experiencing unprecedented uncertainty. This special episode comes from a webinar Jeremy hosted with his Sporting Edge community of sports and business leaders, where he reflects on key insights and strategies from wellbeing, health, sleep and psychology experts. We’re all in the same boat, so this “Great Pause” provides a unique opportunity in our lives. It’s time to reflect, re-energise, reconnect with family ...
Apr 01, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 6
Role clarity, goal alignment and honest conversations are constantly needed to build a strong team. As leaders, we need to set this tone early. In part two of our ‘Teamwork’ mini-series, Jeremy dives into Sporting Edge’s digital library and gathers the best insights from experts in music, military and elite sports. Hear from colonel Lucy Giles, Prof. Tammy Erickson, conductor Dominic Alldis, and Olympian Kate Richardson-Walsh, about their proven strategies they use to thrive as a team. Become a ...
Mar 25, 2020•39 min•Ep. 5
Teamwork is so powerful yet so rare. With our teams in a dynamic state of flux, leaders need to overcome common psychological challenges in order to set their teams up for success. With fascinating insights from Sporting Edge’s Performance Zone library, today’s episode showcases practical strategies from Olympians, elite coaches and professors of psychology including Matthew Pinsent, Professor Gro Sandal, Gary Kirsten and Paul McGinley. Tune in to find out more about recruiting as a team, defini...
Mar 11, 2020•52 min•Ep. 4
Change is everywhere: in your personal life, at work, in politics and in the environment. The lack of control can bring us down; so we need to learn how to win the mental battle and focus on the things in our control. In this episode, we explore the psychology of change and its links with our personal identity. The show features fascinating insights Sporting Edge’s digital library of interviews, including James Kerr, Amy Williams, Campbell MacPherson, Helen Richardson-Walsh and Ade Adepitan. Tun...
Feb 27, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 3
Fear is inevitable. But when fear gets in the way of our performance, we need to learn new ways to cope. In this episode, Jeremy dives into his digital insights library to find out what experts such as UCL’s Professor of neuroscience Vince Walsh, Australian cricketer Shane Warne and professional communication coach Lisa Åkesson, have to say on this topic about performing under pressure. Whether it’s public speaking, a looming deadline, or big match nerves, tune in to hear what you can do about t...
Feb 12, 2020•52 min•Ep. 2
What does it take to achieve your goals? Too often we set lofty targets that leave us feeling stressed. In our first episode of InsideThe Mind of Champions, host Jeremy Snape shows what it takes to beat this overwhelm and actually hit your goals. From interviewing England cricketer Stuart Broad, neuroscientist Dr Tara Swart and British cycling coach Sir Dave Brailsford, and many more, Jeremy unpicks what these top performers are doing. Whether it’s for your work or personal life, find out how yo...
Feb 04, 2020•34 min•Ep. 1
