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In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Preston Smiles—abundance coach, best-selling author, and global speaker—who’s redefining what it means to be rich in spirit, not just in status.

From surviving gang violence as a teen to coaching high-level CEOs, Preston’s story is a masterclass in personal transformation. We talk nervous system healing, the myth of the “outside-in” game, and how to unlock joy—even in the middle of a boardroom.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why abundance isn’t about money—it’s a nervous system state.
• How childhood patterns shape adult behaviour (and how to rewire them).
• The power of somatic healing for leaders and high performers.
• What joy alarms are—and how they can transform your baseline mood.
• The difference between playing the outside-in game vs. the inside-out game.
• Why suppressing your “wild self” is costing you clarity, connection, and power.

Why You Should Listen:
If you’ve ever felt stuck, burnt out, or like something’s missing despite external success—this conversation will hit you like a lightning bolt.

This episode was proudly sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can contact them here - https://www.nzmortgages.co.nz

• Learn more about Preston here - https://prestonsmiles.com
• Grab a copy of Preston’s book here - https://book.prestonsmiles.com
• Connect with Preston on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/prestonsmiles/
• Have a look at Preston’s programmes here -https://prestonsmiles.com/programs/

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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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