How many wins and missteps have shaped your journey?

In this Bite Size from episode #150, Craig Harper — speaker, author, and host of The You Project podcast — reflects on the highs, lows, and lessons that have defined his life so far, and why he wouldn’t change a thing.

Craig also shares why his career feels less like “work” and more like simply living life on his own terms.

You can find Craig at his website:https://craigharper.net/
At his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/craiganthonyharper/
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Thinking about becoming a mental skills coach or wondering what it’s like to work with one? This episode is your backstage pass.

Elite Mental Skills Coaches Aaron Walsh and Andrew May aren’t just talking theory. They’re unpacking the exact frameworks they use with world-class teams and athletes - showing how to flip pressure into performance gold.

No fluff. No clichés. Just raw insights and practical tools you can use straight away.

In this episode, Andrew and Aaron discuss:

2:00 Aaron’s relationship with Owen Eastwood, New Zealand’s mental skills roots, and avoiding feast-or-famine training.
7:00 What performing under pressure really means and Aaron’s framework.
11:10 Individualising mental skills: quick technique tweaks vs. long-term mindset change.
15:50 The five mental skills program types and how each helps.
27:10 “Blank canvas” programs: hierarchy of needs and why mental skills aren’t always first.
33:20 When coaches resist mental skills, and why it’s not just for struggling teams.
38:05 Light-touch programs: pacing, burnout avoidance, and slow-build progress.
43:00 Skill-based programs and how they evolve into embedded systems.
54:25 Working with coaches: expectations, alignment, and resistance.
56:35 The difficulty of head coaching — and alignment vs. psychological safety.
1:01:50 Embedded programs: shifting from reactive to strategic and involving all coaches.
1:13:15 Final insights: program capacity, embedded learnings, and why teams fail without mental skills.

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You can find Aaron at his LinkedIn: https://rb.gy/xoz5e

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Is 10,000 steps a magic number or just clever marketing? In this Bite Size, Dr Tom and Andrew uncover the surprising origins of the “10k rule” and why the science proves it’s more than a sales gimmick. They also share how hitting their daily step goals keeps them sharp, consistent, and away from sneaky bad habits.

Listen to the full episode by searching "#137 Performance Intelligence".

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If you want to build unshakable trust, deepen your relationships, and show up with values that people can feel - this conversation is for you. Dr Bill Anseline is a Celebrity Doctor who has spent decades earning the trust of some of the world’s most famous names. But his insights aren’t about fame — they’re about the power of humility, consistency, and living by your values.

This isn’t just a peek into the world of celebrities - it’s a masterclass in how to show up as the kind of person people trust, respect, and want to be around.

00:15 Balancing life as a nightclub bouncer and medical student.

02:00 Why Dr Bill only defined his values the night before this podcast.

04:05 The best-selling celebrity book he’ll never write — and why.

07:20 Why doctors give everything to others but neglect themselves.

08:50 Glenn Jennings on Dr Bill and the values they share.

11:45 Humility, humanity, and the conversations celebrities trust him with.

15:05 The hidden reality: why high performance can be boring.

16:15 The unforgettable Bono and Kylie Mardi Gras story.

19:40 Proving he works with the stars (and the day he hit Wayne Gretzky with a door).

23:25 Continuous improvement vs. the trap of instant gratification.

28:40 Attachment styles, big values, and finding your way in society.

30:45 Supporting celebrity crews and the wellbeing shift in the music industry.

38:50 “Leave nobody behind” — Dr Bill’s core value and his support team.

41:20 What’s next for Dr Bill — and what Andrew is taking from him.

46:45 Competing with yourself and becoming world-class at anything.

You can find Dr Bill at his website:https://drbillanseline.com.au/
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In this Bite Size from Episode #132, Jake Trbojevic and Michael Bevan open up about their experiences with high-performance anxiety and the pressures of competing at the top level.

They reflect on the evolution of mental health conversations in sport — from Bevo’s playing days, when these topics were often swept under the rug, to today’s more open and supportive approach. Jake and Bevo share practical insights on how athletes can manage performance pressure and the importance of speaking up about mental health.

A must-listen for athletes, coaches, and anyone striving to perform at their best while looking after their wellbeing.

You can find Bevo at his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bevo_michaelbevan/?hl=en
You can find Jake at his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaketrbojevic/?hl=en
Watch the interview with Jake about anxiety: https://wwos.nine.com.au/videos/nrl/nrl-news-2024-jake-trbojevic-interview-manly-sea-eagles-finals/cm19608yh000c0glg0ggyl1cc
Read the article about Jake's mental toughness: https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/can-you-turn-the-nicest-guy-in-rugby-league-into-an-origin-captain-20240528-p5jhc3.html

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What if your calendar worked for you, instead of against you? Andrew and Ange unpack the Better Week strategy — a simple but powerful way to design your time so you can feel more in control, less overwhelmed, and more aligned with what really matters.

Andrew shares the origin of the Better Week framework, while Ange reflects on how it transformed both her work and personal life.

In this episode Andrew and Ange discuss:

00:30 – How Andrew first came up with the idea for the Better Week

05:00 – Ange’s journey with the Better Week and how it reshaped both her work and personal life

13:15 – Why starting small matters + Ange’s 3 practical tips to build your own Better Week

15:05 – The “5 Big Rocks” and “3 Anchors” you need to design a stronger foundation for your week

21:25 – Coaching stories: How Andrew applies the Better Week with high-level clients, including the Shelley Roberts case study

26:20 – When the Better Week becomes second nature: Ange’s experience

28:00 – The science behind the Better Week and how it creates a greater sense of control over your time

36:50 – Finding balance: Better Weeks, crazy weeks, and recharge weeks (and why perfection isn’t the goal)

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Andrew shares one of his performance strategies for managing energy during intense periods. Recently, he delivered 4 keynotes in just 24 hours — over 2,000 people, 4 industries, 3 states. That kind of schedule can leave most people feeling flat, scattered, and completely drained. 

But there’s a simple performance lever Andrew uses to recover between high-pressure moments — and you can use it too. Hear how to micro-dose recovery so you stay sharp, focused, and ready for what’s next. 

If you’ve got a high-intensity period coming up — whether it’s work, travel, or life — we highly recommend checking out the full episode, where Andrew unpacks 4 more performance levers to help you perform under pressure. 

As Archilochus famously said, ‘We don’t rise to the occasion. We fall to our level of preparation.’ 

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What do champion surfers, Olympians, and Hollywood actors have in common? They turn to Nam Baldwin when the pressure is on.

From coaching pro-surfer Mick Fanning to Olympian Jess Fox on her path to gold, Nam shares the tools anyone can use to reset their body and mind, enter flow state on demand, and turn trauma into growth.

This is a rare look behind the curtain of the coach trusted by champions. Whether you’re chasing gold medals, boardroom breakthroughs, or simply more calm in everyday life — this conversation is full of practical wisdom you can apply right now.

In this episode, Andrew and Nam talk about:

00:10 Nam’s origin story - from growing up in South Africa, learning breathwork from a gardener, to teaching elite athletes how to breathe.
06:15 How to face and unpack trauma, and turn life’s hardest moments into meaning.
12:15 Nam’s ability to reset his mind and body instantly — and how you can do it too.
17:55 Why calmness is the foundation of high performance, from freediving to everyday life.
23:15 The secret to entering a flow state — and why playfulness unlocks it.
29:20 Helping Mick Fanning mentally recover from a shark attack… and win the next year.
34:50 Training actors who couldn’t swim to film underwater scenes.
38:20 Working with Olympian Jess Fox: “try easier,” stay calm, and win gold.
44:40 Why success should be a by-product of your work — not the end goal.
50:40 Using ChatGPT to design a 90-day journaling challenge during injury recovery.
52:35 Teaching breathwork and resilience to corporate leaders.
55:00 Nam's question for Andrew.

Read Nam's LinkedIn post: https://shorturl.at/1OX81
Read the article with Jess Fox: https://shorturl.at/hJKtG
Visit Nam's website: https://www.nambaldwin.com/
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What does it take to be a good coach? What about one of the most successful coaches in Australian history? 

I asked former Australian netball coach, Lisa Alexander, about the coaching philosophies she implemented at the Netball Diamonds that led to her success. 

Lisa also talks about how being consistent, coaching the person first, then athlete, and having a bit of an ego are all very important parts of being a successful coach.

Listen to the full interview episode at #142.

You can find Lisa at the TGI website: https://tgisport.com.au/talent/lisa-alexander/
Or the Celebrity Speakers website: https://www.celebrityspeakers.com.au/speakers/lisa-alexander/
Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-alexander-am-a83bb378/?originalSubdomain=au

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What does a day in the life of a high performing leader look like? And how does it compare to the structured routines of elite athletes?

Listen to Andrew May present to over 1,000 people at a large leadership conference, sharing lessons from working with world-class teams and corporate leaders, and exploring the fine balance between stress and recovery. You'll also hear from Commbank CEO Matt Comyn on managing energy how leadership capacity provides a competitive advantage.

This is your practical and inspiring guide to performing at your best, without burning out.

In this episode Andrew talks about:

4:00 Andrew’s background and the teams he’s worked with

6:00 Challenges for AWS leaders & the 5 pillars of leadership capacity

9:20 Balancing stress and recovery + micro recovery breaks

12:50 Strategic recovery explained + live heart rate demo

16:00 Athlete’s day vs corporate worker’s day

18:00 HO the 'Recharge on the Run' with practical, science-backed strategies to shift state in 30 seconds 

22:35 Grounding for mood regulation + a client’s breakthrough

26:00 A new corporate day & Matt Comyn’s energy strategies

28:15 Mindfulness microdoses throughout the day

33:15 Lessons from keynote participants

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