The High Performance Podcast

High Performance

Welcome to High Performance. Through fascinating conversations with remarkable guests, Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes uncover the secrets behind High Performance and explore how we can all become the best version of ourselves.

We focus on uncovering the learnings from top performers in every field, from sport to entertainment, business, health and wellness. No matter where our guests have excelled, they all have first-hand experiences and lessons to share.

On High Performance we find out what non-negotiable behaviours they employed to get them to the top and keep them there.

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Apr 29, 2022 · 5 min
BITESIZE #64 | Sean Dyche: Transferable skills outside of football
This week’s bitesize highlight comes from former Burnley manager Sean Dyche, one the longest serving Premier League managers, who explains the transferable skills he's learnt from football management that applies to the outside world. Listen to the full episode with Sean: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/sean-dyche - - - - - - - Check out our new weekly addition The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. Sign up now. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 25, 2022 · 1 hr 18 min
E117 - Greg Hoffman: Harnessing the power of emotion to achieve high performance
This week’s episode is a conversation with Greg Hoffman, leader, creative and author. Greg worked at NIKE for almost 30 years, his last role being Vice-President of Global Brand Creative and Marketing Innovation. Greg shares with us how being a bi-racial man who was adopted by two white parents shaped his life. His relationship with NIKE first began when he saw they were the only advertising company, using people of colour in their advertisements. He offers not only what it takes to be a leader in a global brand, but how to be a great one. He has a focus on empathy, understanding and empowering others. To be a great leader, Greg argues that you should never compromise soul or personality, but get rid of everything else in your way. Greg's book 'Emotion by Design: Creative Leadership Lessons from a Life at Nike' is out now. - - - - - - - This month on the High Performance Circle... Oli Patrick joined us on The High Performance Tour 2022 and gave a great keynote on the three things you can do to improve your wellbeing and operate at the top of your game. Plus, ultra runner Simon Dent explains the performance benefits and common lessons shared between business and exercise. Sign up now to watch: www.thehighperformancepodcast.com Also, check out our new weekly addition The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. Sign up now. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 22, 2022 · 1 hr 2 min
E116 - Steve Borthwick: Learning from experience
Steve Borthwick is the current head coach of the England men's national rugby team. Prior to this he was appointed Head Coach at Leicester Tigers in February 2020 after five seasons as Forwards Coach with England. As a player Steve made 240 appearances and won 57 caps for England, including two years as captain. This episode will explore how Steve has used his experiences of being a Saracens captain, working as a forwards coach at England and Bristol Bears to shape his team, their culture and ultimately their success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 18, 2022 · 57 min
E115 - Lewis Morgan: How I made £100m in 8 years and learned there is no secret
Lewis Morgan, Gymshark co-founder and entrepreneur, joins us on this week’s episode. Lewis has been an entrepreneur since the age of 16, when he first began selling item within a video game. Since then he has created global brands, Gymshark is now valued at more than £1 billion. He offers his insights into business and life and how important family is to him. Lewis shares with us what he would do if he only had £1000 left to his name… the answer is amazing! This episode was recorded in front of a live audience in Birmingham during The High Performance Live Tour 2022. Special thanks to Mission for partnering with us on the tour. We love this brand! All you need to do is head to missionuk.com and apply the code ‘PERFORM20’ at checkout for 20% off your order. - - - - - - - This month on the High Performance Circle... Oli Patrick joined us on The High Performance Tour 2022 and gave a great keynote on the three things you can do to improve your wellbeing and operate at the top of your game. Plus, ultra runner Simon Dent explains the performance benefits and common lessons shared between business and exercise. Sign up now to watch: www.thehighperformancepodcast.com Also, check out our new weekly addition The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. Sign up now. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 15, 2022 · 5 min
BITESIZE #63 | Mary Portas: Why being bored can be good for you
This week’s bitesize highlight comes from retail and brand communication expert Mary Portas, who explains why boredom can be good for you, as it enables creativity and problem-solving by allowing the mind to wander and daydream. Listen to the full episode with Mary:https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/maryportas - - - - - - - This month on the High Performance Circle... Oli Patrick joined us on The High Performance Tour 2022 and gave a great keynote on the three things you can do to improve your wellbeing and operate at the top of your game. Plus, ultra runner Simon Dent explains the performance benefits and common lessons shared between business and exercise. Sign up now to watch: www.thehighperformancepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 13, 2022 · 1 hr 1 min
E114 - Alex Sanderson: Leading by example (Gallagher Leadership Series)
Alex Sanderson is the Director of Rugby for Sale Sharks. Alex started his senior playing career at Sale in 1998 and went on to make 90 appearances for the club, with his leadership qualities earning him the club captaincy. Alex isn’t a coach that just stands on the side-line, in his own words he “wants to be on the coalface to feel what the players are feeling, to understand what they’re going through”. He has a very hands-on management style wanting to get involved and lead from the front. This episode will explore how he drives his team forward, setting expectations and inspiring excellence. We are delighted to work with Gallagher, Your Trusted Insurance Broker, to bring you this three part ‘Gallagher Leadership Series’ with leading Directors of Rugby, including Rob Baxter, Alex Sanderson and Steve Borthwick. Check out Gallagher’s new three-part series #RivalsTogether, bringing you candid player-to-player conversations about what leadership in rugby means to some of the Gallagher Prem's brightest stars. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOvx4ui51lOCwX_JOU1U4VFvXStQ9aWO7 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 11, 2022 · 1 hr 6 min
E113 - David Moyes: How to successfully learn from failure
This week’s episode is with former football player and professional coach, David Moyes. David is currently the manager of Premier League club West Ham United, having previously managed Preston North End, Everton, Manchester United, Real Sociedad and Sunderland. In this episode David shares with us why and how he developed a positive mindset in recent years. As a leader, David offers insights into how to best lead a team, by creating a space of open communication and encouraging vulnerability within his players. We also hear how tough times at Manchester United have made him a better, more rounded leader today. - - - - - - - This month on the High Performance Circle... Oli Patrick joined us on The High Performance Tour 2022 and gave a great keynote on the three things you can do to improve your wellbeing and operate at the top of your game. Plus, ultra runner Simon Dent explains the performance benefits and common lessons shared between business and exercise. Sign up now to watch: www.thehighperformancepodcast.com Also, check out our new weekly addition The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. Sign up now. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 7, 2022 · 3 min
BITESIZE #62 | Hector Bellerin: Be like a candle
This was one of our absolute favourite moments in our chat with the irrepressible Héctor Bellerín, a football player with Real Betis - how and what you choose to value. Does a good day at work make you more valuable? Are you less valuable if you’re having a tough time? If we view through the world through a binary lens - good/bad, right/wrong, win/lose - we miss the details, the nuances, the lessons we can use over the long term pursuit of high performance on our own terms. Listen to the full episode with Héctor: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/hectorbellerin - - - - - Check out our new addition - The High Performance Circle: The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. Sign up now. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk You can also find exclusive podcasts, keynote speeches and boosts from some very special guests. Sign up! www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 5, 2022 · 57 min
E112 - Rob Baxter: Building Resilience to Deal with Stress (Gallagher Leadership Series)
Rob Baxter is the Director of Rugby for Exeter Chiefs, a club he played at for 14 years and captained for 10 years. Having won the European Rugby Championship in the 2019/20 season, this special episode will explore how Rob has installed resilience in himself and in his team to deal with the stress of competing as champions and to prepare for the tough seasons ahead. Listen to Rob discuss what ‘A.C.E’ means to him and why it’s pinned up all round the Exeter training ground and find out how he built a culture to get a group of very different people to all go in the same direction. A recent poll of player agents in rugby placed Exeter Chiefs as the number one club that players wanted to play for – find out why! We are delighted to work with Gallagher, Your Trusted Insurance Broker, to bring you this three part ‘Gallagher Leadership Series’ featuring leading Directors of Rugby - Rob Baxter, Alex Sanderson and Steve Borthwick. Check out Gallagher’s new three-part series #RivalsTogether, bringing you candid player-to-player conversations about what leadership in rugby means to some of the Gallagher Prem's brightest stars. https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOvx4ui51lOCwX_JOU1U4VFvXStQ9aWO7 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 4, 2022 · 1 hr 18 min
E111 - Rachel Botsman: What it really means to trust
Rachel Botsman is a trust expert, author and academic at Oxford University. Her books ‘What’s Mine is Yours’ and ‘Who Can You Trust?’ are critically acclaimed. Rachel was named one of the world’s 30 most Influential Management Thinkers by Thinkers50. She is also the host of the podcast Rethink Moments. In this episode, Rachel shares with us how to successfully speak in public: letting go of the need to be liked and focus on the giving. She provides her expertise on trust and the thoughts behind her crucial theory: “Trust is a confident relationship with the unknown”. - - - - - - - - This month on the High Performance Circle - The brilliant Oli Patrick joined us on The High Performance Tour 2022 and gave a great Keynote on the three things you can do to improve your wellbeing and operate at the top of your game. Plus, ultra runner Simon Dent explains the performance benefits and common lessons shared between business and exercise. Sign up now to watch: www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk Also, check out our new weekly addition The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. Sign up now. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apr 1, 2022 · 3 min
BITESIZE #61 | John McAvoy : Let go of your ego
This week’s bitesize clip comes from a man who has lived two lives - former convicted armed robber turned elite athlete, John McAvoy. John became the proud holder of three world records and seven British records in indoor rowing, all achieved in confinement. John talks about the power of letting go of his ego to move forward. Listen to the full episode with John and understand how we can all change our situation by changing our mindset: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/johnmcavoy - - - - - Check out our new addition - The High Performance Circle: The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. Sign up now. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk You can also find exclusive podcasts, keynote speeches and boosts from some very special guests. Sign up! www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 28, 2022 · 1 hr 30 min
E110 - Rangan Chatterjee: The key to happier living
This week we are chatting with Dr. Rangan Chatterjee. Rangan is a British physician, author and host of the podcast ‘Feel Better, Live More’. He’s known for the TV show ‘Doctor in the House’ and his appearances on BBC Breakfast. Rangan shares with us the simple techniques he uses to lead a more fulfilling and happy life. For Rangan, the most important aspect of life is nourishing our relationships and having “unmasking conversations” in which we are vulnerable and open with each other. During this chat Rangan encourages us to re-consider the idea of a hero, whether we are really idealising the right people in connection with our core values. Rangan shares with us: “even if life is tough, if you can be present - you are winning” Rangan's new book 'Happy Mind, Happy Life: 10 Simple Ways to Feel Great Every Day' is available now: https://amzn.to/3JKflzB - - - - - - - - Check out our new addition - The High Performance Circle: The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. Sign up now. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk You can also find exclusive podcasts, keynote speeches and boosts from some very special guests. Sign up! www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 25, 2022 · 2 min
BITESIZE #60 | Kate Richardson-Walsh : The feeling of being dropped
In this week’s bitesize clip GB’s most capped hockey player talks to Jake and Damian about the crushing feeling of being dropped from the England U16 team and the advice her mum gave her - “what are you going to do about it?” Kate was captain of GB women’s hockey teams for 13 years and was one of the many key drivers of the incredible team ethos and commitment that drove the GB team to a nail biting victory at the Rio Olympic Games. One of UK's greatest Olympic moments of all time. Kate also made history in other ways, becoming one half of the first same-sex married couple to win an Olympic medal playing in the same team. Listen and watch the full episode with Kate: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/katerichardsonwalsh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 21, 2022 · 1 hr 22 min
E109 - Joe Wicks: Find purpose over profit
Joe Wicks is a fitness coach, presenter, influencer and author. He has achieved over 80 millions views of P.E With Joe, sold 4 million books and over 4.3 million Instagram followers. Although Joe grew up in an uncertain and sometimes challenging household, he has turned his trauma into a positive thing, challenging it in a productive way. In this episode we discuss Joe’s “addiction” to helping people to feel good - getting them up, moving and cooking. Love is a key aspect of Joe’s life, he shares with us how he is striving to achieve the best balance of family, personal and professional life. Joe reveals how important purpose is to him, over chasing money: “Let the purpose be what leads you”. - - - - - We are excited to announce a new addition to The High Performance Circle: The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. Sign up now. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 18, 2022 · 2 min
BITESIZE #59 | Kasper Schmeichel : How to handle ego
In this week’s bitesize clip Kasper talks to Jake and Damian about how to manage ego. Kasper Schmeichel, a Premier League winner with Leicester City, a club where he’s been the No.1 goalkeeper throughout the entirety of his time at King Power Stadium, where he’s also lifted Championship titles, as well as playing in the UEFA Champions League. Listen and watch the full episode with Holly: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/kasperschmeichel - - - - - Go out our website to join our members club THE HIGH PERFORMANCE CIRCLE where you can get podcasts, keynote speeches and boosts from some very special guests. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 14, 2022 · 1 hr 15 min
Lando Norris: The truth about life in Formula One (E108)
In this week’s episode we chat with 22 year-old, British-Belgian racing driver Lando Norris. Lando shares with us how he does not take his privilege for granted, he sees the life given to him by his parents as an investment by them, something he needs to repay. We chat about self-doubt, family and the importance of kindness. Lando talks about how although he is his “own biggest critic”, he now knows when to give himself a pat on the back and allow time to celebrate. He shares the significance of self-reflection and self-improvement, takes us step by step through the Russia GP heartache and how he overcame self doubt in his first F1 season. For more F1 HPP episodes, you can listen or watch: Toto Wolff: thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/toto-wolff Christian Horner: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/christian-horner Mark Webber: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/markwebber - - - - - We are excited to announce a new addition to The High Performance Circle: The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. Sign up now. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 11, 2022 · 2 min
BITESIZE #58 | Holly Tucker: Turn imposter syndrome into a superpower
This week’s bitesize takeaway features Not On The High Street co-founder Holly Tucker, who tells Jake and Damian how she turned her imposter syndrome into a superpower. Holly is one of the UK’s most respected entrepreneurs and UK Ambassador to Small Creative Businesses. Listen and watch the full episode with Holly: :https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/holly-tucker - - - - - We have created a FREE resource pack for teachers! High Performance is delighted to partner with National Careers Week! Sign up with your email address to be the first to know when resources are available. https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/education-sign-up-first/ Go out our website to join our members club THE HIGH PERFORMANCE CIRCLE where you can get podcasts, keynote speeches and boosts from some very special guests. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 9, 2022 · 22 min
Get Into Teaching Special: The impact of teachers on our high performers
In this special bonus episode Jake and Damian discuss a some key clips in which our guests have shared the impact their teachers had on their high performance journeys. Listen to the episode to hear the stories shared by Lee Child, Evelyn Glennie, Kelly Holmes and music agent Charlie Pearce. Jake and Damian share and reflect on these inspiring stories and reflect on how teachers have impacted their lives. Thank you too ‘Get into Teaching’ for partnering on this special episode of The High Performance Podcast. - - - - - We have created a FREE resource pack for teachers! High Performance is delighted to partner with National Careers Week! Sign up with your email address to be the first to know when resources are available. https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/education-sign-up-first/ We are excited to announce a new addition to The Circle: The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. We will also be updating you with everything happening in the world of The High Performance. SIGN UP HERE: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/thecircle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 7, 2022 · 1 hr 19 min
E107 - Gabby Bernstein: Looking at your past to face your future with confidence
Gabby Bernstein is a bestselling author, motivational speaker, podcast host and self-proclaimed “spirit junkie”. She has penned over 9 books, including her newest release, Happy Days: The Guided Path from Trauma to Profound Freedom and Inner Peace. Gaby turned to spirituality after “hitting rock bottom” and becoming sober. In this episode Gabby shares with us her process of overcoming trauma and how she has “chosen survival”. You can find Gabby’s new book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Happy-Days-Guided-Profound-Freedom/dp/1401965490 - - - - - We are excited to announce a new addition to The Circle: The Monday Motivation Newsletter. The purpose of Monday Motivation is to connect more regularly with you! We want to give Circle members a bit of inspiration, motivation and purpose at the beginning of each week. Whether that is a few key things to consider when facing the upcoming week, reading recommendations or ideas to think about when listening to the weekly podcast episode. We will also be updating you with everything happening in the world of The High Performance. SIGN UP HERE: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/thecircle We have created a FREE resource pack for teachers! High Performance is delighted to partner with National Careers Week! Sign up with your email address to be the first to know when resources are available. https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/education-sign-up-first/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 4, 2022 · 3 min
BITESIZE #57 | Jonny Wilkinson: Maintaining passion to find flow
This week’s bitesize comes from our game-changing episode with Jonny Wilkinson. A conversation in our history that still resonates with so many. It was an intriguing morning with Jonny, exploring his understanding of how to achieve, maintain and sustain high performance. Lessons that have been hard earned by a career he described as “surviving”. In this clip Jonny describes beginning his rugby career in a ‘flow state’ of opportunity and passion. And how self-importance changed everything. Listen and watch the full episode with Jonny: https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/podcast/jonny-wilkinson - - - - - We have created a FREE resource pack for teachers! High Performance is delighted to partner with National Careers Week! Sign up with your email address to be the first to know when resources are available. https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/education-sign-up-first/ Go out our website to join our members club THE HIGH PERFORMANCE CIRCLE where you can get podcasts, keynote speeches and boosts from some very special guests. Just go to www.thehighperformancepodcast.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.