Leadership, Resilience, and Patience: Ian Prior’s Journey
Episode description
Podcast, we chat with Ian Prior, former professional rugby player turned leadership consultant, about navigating setbacks, leading with integrity, and building resilience.
Ian shares his journey from playing for the Western Force to transitioning into the corporate world. He reflects on the mental tools meditation, visualization, and gratitude that helped him thrive in tough times, both on and off the field. As a leader, he emphasizes creating a team culture based on respect, responsibility, and growth, where everyone has a voice.
Ian also discusses how becoming a father shifted his perspective, teaching him the importance of balancing work, life, and leadership. His key advice? Patience. Success isn’t immediate, it’s a result of consistent effort and self-reflection.
Tune in for a powerful conversation on leadership, resilience, and the importance of trusting the process.