The People Performance Podcast - Brought to you by T2

This episode hosted by Tracy Roberts and Martin Johnson, focuses on the concept of "executive presence".Executive presence is defined as the qualities, characteristics, and behaviours that make a leader appear confident, capable, and influential, thereby inspiring trust and respect from others. Tracy and Martin delve into six key areas that contribute to how individuals subconsciously evaluate a leader's executive presence. The initial discussion centers on the "contribution score," which assesses the impact and quality of a leader's contributions in various settings. This score encompasses two main components:Delivery: This includes elements such as vocabulary, volume, pace, pitch, tone, clarity, body language, and non-verbal cues.Impact: This refers to the ability to connect with others emotionally, and to deliver novel and memorable messages.

In this Leader Lounge episode Martin delves into the science behind human motivation. The discussion centres on the three core functions of human existence: survival, reproduction, and purpose.

This podcast features Martin Johnson and Paul Tennison, who discuss overcoming business failures and the importance of resilience and continuous learning. Paul shares his experience at our three-day T2 Leadership Retreat, highlighting how it helped him address "imposter syndrome" and gain confidence by realising that even successful leaders share common challenges.Paul emphasises the value of retaining key insights, such as "build the wall of evidence" and "do hard things," to become a better person and leader. 

How do you lead NHS teams through real, complex change without losing your people? In this episode, Lucy Vere — Group Director of Learning and Organisational Development at Hull University Teaching Hospitals — opens up about what it takes to lead with compassion, clarity, and curiosity. From restorative practices to AI-driven innovation, Lucy shares practical strategies for building trust, sustaining culture, and making people feel safe enough to speak up, show up, and succeed.Whether you're navigating restructuring, embedding EDI, or just trying to get the basics right, this episode is packed with honest leadership insight from inside the NHS.Contact & Connect:⁠⁠⁠⁠help@trans2performance.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/peopleperformancepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠trans2performance.com/what-we-offer⁠⁠⁠⁠Featuring:Tracy Roberts - Head of Delivery & Consulting, T2Lucy Vere - Group Director of Learning and Organisational Development at Hull University Teaching Hospitals

Feeling stressed? Martin Johnson shares 3 powerful techniques to tackle pressure, stress, and duress. Learn how to prepare before a stressful event, manage during it, and process afterwards. Get ready to calm your system and take control!Follow us and don't miss anything:Instagram: @peopleperformancepodcastTiktok: @thepeopleperfomancepod T2 - The People Performance: https://trans2performance.com #StressManagement #LeaderLounge #Performance #Anxiety

In this episode Spencer Locker and Martin Johnson dive into the world of psychometric testing. Discover how these powerful tools, built on the "OCEAN" framework, boost self-awareness and shape high-performing teams. We break down aptitude vs personality assessments and what they reveal about you and your workplace. It's about growth, not labels!

Welcome to The Leader Lounge, a brand-new segment within the People Performance Podcast hosted by T2 Founder and CEO, Martin Johnson.In this first short, sharp episode, Martin dives into the powerful concept of emotional granularity - the skill of identifying and naming your emotions with precision. Drawing on insights from his book I Am Human: Pain and Pleasure, and the work of psychologist Lisa Feldman Barrett, this episode unpacks why understanding your emotions more deeply can be a game-changer for performance, wellbeing and resilience - at work and in life. Whether you’re in a leadership role or just looking to better manage your inner world, this episode gives you practical ways to sharpen your self-awareness, spot triggers, and reframe emotional responses to help you show up at your best. Want to go deeper? Check out Martin’s book for more on emotional mastery and human behaviour.https://trans2performance.com/iamhuman/p/i-am-human-pain-and-pleasure-e-book

WE ARE BACK!In this episode Martin Johnson interviews ⁠Professor Damian Hughes⁠ live at the ⁠T2 Leadership Retreat⁠Damian is a bestselling author, expert in sport, organisational development, and change psychology. As a visiting professor at Manchester Metropolitan University and co-host of the 'High Performance Podcast', he shares his insights from working with elite sports teams like England Rugby League and Scotland Rugby Union, and discusses the themes from his books, including 'High Performance' and 'How to Change Your Life'. This episode covers topics such as the process of achieving high performance, the common mistakes people make when trying to improve their lives, and the psychological principles that drive success and change.

What if your past wasn’t something to move on from — but something to build on?In this episode of The People Performance Podcast, Tracy Roberts and Spencer Locker introduce Yesterday, Tomorrow — a self-reflection tool designed to help high performers reframe their story, reconnect with purpose, and unlock their next level.Whether you’re crushing it but feeling stuck, or just ready to grow in a more intentional way, this conversation is packed with practical tools and powerful takeaways for people who want more than just results — they want meaning.You’ll learn:- How to spot the stories that are holding you back- Why discomfort often signals the right kind of growth- How to use the *Yesterday, Tomorrow* tool to shift your mindset and direction- Simple ways to create momentum without burning outThis one’s for the doers, the seekers, and the leaders rewriting what success means to them.Connect with usHelp@trans2performance.com Linktr.ee/peopleperformancepodcast Trans2performance.com/what-we-offerFeaturingTracy Roberts – Head of Consulting and Delivery, Trans2 Performance Spencer Locker – Senior Consultant, Trans2 Performance

Your view of the world didn’t just happen — it was built. In this episode, we dive into how your worldview forms, why it matters, and how to spot the invisible biases steering your life.Martin Johnson and Scott Morrison unpack the things that shape your beliefs, from childhood influences and cultural norms to education and the constant flood of information — and misinformation — around us. They explore how your worldview drives your decisions, your reactions, your relationships and sense of purpose.By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clearer idea on why you think the way you do.Remember to subscribe!Take the free Worldview Assessment and discover what drives your decisions: ⁠https://trans2performance.com/worldview ⁠Comment with anything you'll take away with you from this episode.Share the podcast on social media or with word of mouth!Contact & Connect:⁠⁠⁠⁠help@trans2performance.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/peopleperformancepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠trans2performance.com/what-we-offer⁠⁠⁠Featuring:Martin Johnson – Trans2 Performance Founder & CEOScott Morrison – Senior Consultant, T2