Habits of High Performers Podcast with James Laughlin

The Hidden Dangers of Stress: What You Need to Know

Alice Law is a Stress & Wellness Expert, Sunday Times Best Selling Author (co-author to Mo Gawdat), International Speaker,  Podcast Host & Co-Founder of online wellness membership Unstressable.

Her commitment to help bring a million people a year out of stress, has seen her consult and speak for some of the world’s most well-known corporations & organisations such as Fidelity Investments, The British Embassy Washington, YPO and many more.

In our conversation, Alice opens up about her own journey with stress, and how it affected her family. She sadly lost her father to an stress-related illness that sent her down the path of helping other people out of stress. 

Don't miss this episode if you're looking to gain a deeper understanding of stress and discover practical ways to manage it effectively.

This episode was proudly sponsored by NZ Mortgages, you can visit them at nzmortgages.co.nz 

You can learn more about Alice here - https://www.byalicelaw.com

You can grab your copy of “Unstressable” here - https://www.byalicelaw.com/book

You can have a look at Alice’s community here - https://www.unstressable.com

You can follow Alice on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/alicelaw._/?hl=en


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James Laughlin is a High-Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.

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This episode is about how to influence others through storytelling. 

I share the importance of being a good storyteller and a powerful process for creating and sharing personal stories. The process involves the following steps: provenance (origin), pain, pivotal moments, possibilitarians (people who see possibilities), passions, purpose, and possibilities. 

Your story is more powerful than you think.

Please share this with your loved ones.

This episode was sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can find them at nzmortgages.co.nz 

On my channel I aim to bring you world-class guests and create epic videos to help you level up your leadership and personal mastery.

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Behind the Scenes with Nelson Mandela : From Apartheid to Reconciliation

Zelda la Grange is the Former Private Secretary to Nelson Mandela. She is also an international keynote speaker and a best-selling Author of her memoir “Good Morning, Mr Mandela.”

Zelda shares her journey of working with Nelson Mandela, reflecting on her upbringing in apartheid South Africa, her transformation, and the challenges she faced as his private secretary. She discusses Mandela's impact, values, and discipline, offering insights into his character and leadership. Zelda shares insights into Nelson Mandela's life, legacy, and leadership. 

Zelda was honest about her privilege growing up in Apartheid South Africa, and how working with Nelson helped her challenge her beliefs and question everything she had been taught.

Please share this episode with your loved ones.

This episode was proudly sponsored by NZ Mortgages, you can visit them at nzmortgages.co.nz 

You can learn more about Zelda here : https://zeldalagrange.co.za

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You can purchase her book here : https://zeldalagrange.co.za/meetup/books/

You can book her to speak at your event here : https://zeldalagrange.co.za/meetup/public-speaking/

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James Laughlin is a High-Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.

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This episode is about the life-changing habit of journaling.

I walk you through how to get started and share four effective prompts to boost your personal growth. The process involves the following steps: gratitude, reflection on what went well, acknowledging what didn’t go well, and identifying daily learnings.

Your journal can be a powerful tool for growth and resilience.

Please share this with your loved ones.

This episode was sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can find them at nzmortgages.co.nz 

On my channel I aim to bring you world-class guests and create epic videos to help you level up your leadership and personal mastery.

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The Energy Expert: How to Manage your Energy and Avoid Burnout “You at any given point can choose to change your future!”

Simon Alexander Ong, an award-winning life coach, is highly regarded for his energy, wisdom, and insights as a speaker. In addition to his exceptional speaking prowess, Simon is a celebrated author. His debut book, Energize, was published by Penguin in April 2022 and quickly soared to become an instant bestseller. The book received accolades, winning the Book of the Year in the Wellness and Wellbeing category at The Business Book Awards.

In this conversation, Simon shares his journey of focusing on energy management after experiencing burnout in the financial services industry. He emphasizes the importance of managing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual energy. He also discusses the need to redefine success and make choices based on our future selves. 

Please share this episode with your loved ones.

This episode was proudly sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can visit them at https://www.nzmortgages.co.nz/

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You can purchase Simon’s book Energize here - https://lwdigitalinfluence.lpages.co/getenergizebook/

Enroll in Simon’s course here - https://www.simonalexanderong.com/energize-audio-course/


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James Laughlin is a High-Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.

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In this episode, I discusses the importance of happiness in the workplace and how it impacts performance. I share examples from Formula One and talk about the three key factors that drive happiness.

Happiness is not a destination, but a direction, and it is crucial for feeling fulfilled and connected. 

Please share this with your loved ones.

This episode was sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can find them at nzmortgages.co.nz 

On my channel I aim to bring you world-class guests and create epic videos to help you level up your leadership and personal mastery.

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The Habit Expert: Master your Habits and Create Lasting Change “Neurons that fire together, wire together.”

Dr. Gina Cleo is one of the world’s leading experts in habits and is passionate about translating scientific evidence into simple, actionable strategies to help improve health, wellness, mindset, and lifestyle-related habits – long-term. 

Gina has a PhD in habit change, is an Adjunct Professor at Bond University and an Accredited Dietitian. When she’s not geeking out on new habit research, Gina is running courses through her Habit Change Institute and obsessing over chai lattes. She has also recently published a book, The Habit Revolution. 

In this conversation, Dr Gina emphasises the importance of healthy habits that align with our personal goals and values. She also provides strategies for breaking old habits, such as eliminating triggers and replacing unwanted habits with healthier alternatives.

Please share this episode with your loved ones.

This episode was proudly sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can visit them at https://www.nzmortgages.co.nz/

You can connect with Dr Gina here - www.instagram.com/drginacleo

You can learn more about Dr Gina here - www.drginacleo.com

You can purchase Dr Gina’s book here - www.drginacleo.com/book 

You can sign up for Dr Gina’s free habit course here - habitchangeinstitute.mykajabi.com/masterclass


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James Laughlin is a High-Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.

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Boost Your Immunity: Top Tips and Supplements for Better Health

Welcome back to the show! In today's episode, I dive deep into a topic that concerns us all - immunity and health. As we navigate through our daily lives, especially post-COVID, it's crucial to strengthen our immune systems to better handle colds, flus, and other illnesses.

Immunity Kit Breakdown:

Quercetin: A powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory plant pigment.

Curcumin: Known for improving memory and brain health, and reducing risks of Alzheimer's and dementia.

Tart Cherry Extract: Contains melatonin and tryptophan, aiding in sleep and recovery.

Vitamin D: Anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective, crucial for immune health and muscle function.

Black Currant Extract: Boosts immunity with high levels of antioxidants.

Zinc Picolinate: Enhances immune function and wound healing.

This episode was sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can find them at nzmortgages.co.nz 

On my channel I aim to bring you world-class guests and create epic videos to help you level up your leadership and personal mastery.

If you could take the time to subscribe, that would help my channel grow and it would mean you wouldn’t miss an episode. Subscribe here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA?sub_confirmation=1

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Listen to my previous episode with Andrew Herr from FOUNT here - https://youtu.be/9DLplThiezo?si=p1Nx64M5Fj8YHhfI


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The Sobriety Expert : Redefining Life Without Alcohol. “alcohol is the only drug we have to justify not taking!”

Sarah Rusbatch is the author of the best selling book “Beyond Booze, How to create a life you love Alcohol Free’, a multi-award winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach, a menopause coach and a Key-Note speaker sharing her journey to Sobriety and impact of alcohol on mental health to global audiences. 

After developing what she describes as 'a dysfunctional relationship with alcohol', Sarah made the decision to remove alcohol from her life in early 2019 and has never looked back. 

Sarah was open and honest and shared some incredible tips for anyone wanting to take on Dry July. 

Please share this episode with your loved ones.

This episode was brought to you by our podcast sponsor NZ Mortgages, you can visit them at https://www.nzmortgages.co.nz

You can connect with Sarah here -https://www.instagram.com/sarahrusbatch/

You can learn more about Sarah here - https://sarahrusbatch.com/

You can purchase Sarah’s Book here - https://sarahrusbatch.com/beyond-booze

You can sign up for Sarah’s 30-day alcohol free challenge using this link - https://sarahrusbatch.com/30day-af-program/#join Use code : FRIENDSAF at checkout


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Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035


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James Laughlin is a High-Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.

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Welcome back to the show! Did you know New Zealand has one of the highest bowel cancer rates in the world? Every year, around 3,000 people are diagnosed, and 1,200 die from it. Last night, I had the honor of emceeing a charity event for the Gut Foundation, led by the inspiring CEO Alice Fitzgerald. Their mission? To get us talking about our bowel health.

In this episode, I share golden insights from incredible guest speakers:

Razor Robertson, Head Coach of the All Blacks, on the importance of vision, mission, and purpose.

Raylene Castle, CEO of Sport New Zealand, on making principled decisions based on values.

Dr. Alia Bojilova, former lead psychologist in the SAS, on the power of self-awareness and personal agency.

This episode was sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can find them at nzmortgages.co.nz

On my channel I aim to bring you world-class guests and create epic videos to help you level up your leadership and personal mastery.

If you could take the time to subscribe, that would help my channel grow and it would mean you wouldn’t miss an episode. Subscribe here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA?sub_confirmation=1

If you enjoy this episode, you can join the 1000’s of people who receive weekly updates from me in my weekly newsletter here - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/site/contact 

Check out the Gut Foundation here - https://www.thegut.org.nz

Grab your Copy of The Resilience Toolkit here - https://www.paperplus.co.nz/shop/books/non-fiction/health-wellbeing/personal-development/the-resilience-toolkit-1076253

The link to the full episode with Dr Alia - https://youtu.be/94mfgGkmiVY?si=rDDzCvWe0KotP7r_ 

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