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What if winning gold isn’t about talent—but about trust?

In this episode, I sit down with Olympic high jump champion Hamish Kerr—New Zealand’s first-ever gold medalist in the event.

We unpack what really sets elite performers apart: not just relentless work ethic, but the mindset, habits, and team behind them.

Hamish shares the unfiltered truth about what it takes to win on the world stage—and how he almost walked away from it all.

We dive into:

• The mental routine Hamish uses before every major competition
• Why trust—not talent—is the real key to gold
• How world-class athletes handle post-competition emptiness
• The power of building the right team (even in an individual sport)

If you’re serious about levelling up—in business, sport, or life—this conversation will show you how to raise the bar. Literally.

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• If you’re interested in having me deliver a keynote or workshop for your team contact Caroline at [email protected]

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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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