Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin

In a riveting discussion, Jim Harshaw, a former All-American wrestler and high-performance coach, shares his journey from blue-collar roots to Olympic hopeful. He outlines a four-part framework for achieving excellence, emphasizing the importance of a powerful environment and aligned goals. Jim reveals transformative exercises to clarify personal visions and discusses how viewing failure as a stepping stone can pave the way to greatness. He also highlights the necessity of accountability, productive pauses, and surrounding oneself with the right influences for sustained success.

Sharon Collon, an ADHD coach and founder of The Functional Family, shares insights from her 20 years of experience supporting neurodiverse families. She redefines ADHD as a neurotype, emphasizing the importance of interest-driven motivation over traditional attention deficit labels. The conversation covers practical strategies for leaders to support ADHD individuals, including body doubling and effective accommodations. Sharon's unique brain model aids in understanding regulation, while she offers tools like Goblin Tools and AI to tackle time blindness effectively.

Discover key insights from recent travels in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Fiji, where a possibilitarian mindset stands out as a competitive edge. Learn why leaders should aim to be the least intelligent person at the table to foster growth. Consistency over shortcuts is highlighted as a cornerstone of success. James shares practical tools for effective leadership and recounts a transformative reader story. Plus, get excited about an upcoming invite-only high-performance retreat in 2026!

Kasim Aslam, an entrepreneur and AEO expert, shares insights on Answer Engine Optimization, emphasizing its shift from traditional SEO. He explains how personal branding, schema markup, and social proof impact visibility in LLMs. Kasim also introduces his innovative seven-step hiring system, which includes treating candidates as exceptional talents and implementing intentional trials to evaluate integrity and performance. His passionate advice? It's time to stop overthinking and take action to achieve your goals!

Hikari Senju, Founder and CEO of Omneky, shares valuable insights on leveraging AI for business growth without technical skills. He emphasizes the inevitability of AI and practical uses like ChatGPT. Hikari discusses vetting AI consultants, highlighting the importance of quality in content strategies balanced with authority. He explains how Omneky enables advertisers with data-driven creatives and omnichannel advertising strategies, offering transparency and control. Lastly, he predicts the rise of AI agents transforming workflows and enhancing productivity.

In this enlightening discussion, Keith Ferrazzi, a New York Times bestselling author and award-winning executive coach, shares his insights on building high-performing teams. He introduces innovative practices like replacing status meetings with honest 'stress tests' to enhance candor and feedback. Keith emphasizes the importance of developing a culture of accountability and co-elevation, where teammates help each other grow, regardless of friendship. He also explores how to future-proof leadership in the age of AI and the transformative power of vulnerability in fostering trust.

In this engaging conversation, leadership consultant Steven Gaffney shares insights from his book, Unconditional Power. He emphasizes the often-overlooked impact of what isn't said in teams, advocating for emotional safety over psychological safety. Steven discusses the five traits of high-performing teams and introduces the 'Notice vs Imagine' tool to differentiate facts from interpretations. He also reflects on personal challenges, turning crises into opportunities, and encourages leaders to foster honesty and vulnerability to strengthen team dynamics.

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if your health span is shrinking because life got too comfortable?In this episode of Lead on Purpose, I sit down with Dr Paul Taylor to unpack Death by Comfort. We get practical about ultra-processed foods, protein-first meals, and movement habits that rewire your metabolism, brain, and daily energy. Simple, science-backed tools you can use today.We cover:What ultra-processed foods are, the NOVA system, and why supermarket breads and breakfast cereals often mislead.Protein at breakfast, 30 g targets, the 80/20 rule, shopping the perimeter, and keeping “treats” out of the house.Movement that changes your biology: myokines, BDNF, lactate-threshold bursts, movement snacks, and post-meal walks.Making it stick: match exercise to personality, use if-then rules, and model healthy habits for your kids.You will walk away with a clear plan to reduce UPFs, lift protein, move smarter, and build a home environment where better choices become automatic.Listen to Paul’s podcast here - https://www.paultaylor.biz/podcastConnect with Paul here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paultaylor1971/Grab a copy of Paul’s book here - https://www.paultaylor.biz/booksLearn more about Paul here -https://www.paultaylor.bizIf you’re interested in having me deliver a keynote or workshop for your team contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comWebsite: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/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.Send me a personal text messageJoin me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals - If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comSupport the show

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here → www.thehabitbook.comIn this episode, I sit down with Barry LaBov, award-winning author of The Power of Differentiation and brand strategist who has worked with Harley-Davidson, Audi, and other global icons.What you will take from this episode:The #1 myth about personal branding and what to do insteadA simple way to uncover your unique differentiationWhy doing less, with focus, builds loyalty and trustHow Harley-Davidson turned customers into a global communityThe daily leadership habit to keep your brand energy aliveIf you want practical strategies to stand out and lead with authenticity, this conversation with Barry will equip you to discover what makes you truly different—and double down on it.Learn more about Barry here - https://www.barrylabov.comGrab a copy of Barry’s new book here - https://www.barrylabov.com/booksConnect with Barry here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-labov-6965241/If you’re interested in having me deliver a keynote or workshop for your team contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comWebsite: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/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.Send me a personal text messageJoin me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals - If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comSupport the show

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this episode, I sit down with Mark Hannaford, founder of World Extreme Medicine, to explore a life spent leading medical teams in the world’s harshest environments.Mark shares frontline lessons from Ukraine, expeditions gone sideways, and what it really takes to deliver high level care when resources are low and risk is high.What you will take from this episode:How to lead specialists under pressure with calm, humble clarityWhy thinking five steps ahead and listening to your gut can save livesTools to master panic with breath, focus, and simple next actionsThe importance of building eclectic, ego free teams that communicate wellHow to design life around passion while protecting mental health dailyIf you want field tested insights on leadership, resilience, and purpose, this conversation with Mark Hannaford will serve you well. You will leave with practical tools to think ahead, stay calm, and lead when it counts.Learn more about Mark and his work here - https://worldextrememedicine.com/about/meet-the-team/Connect with Mark on LInkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/profmarkhannaford/If you’re interested in having me deliver a keynote or workshop for your team contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comWebsite: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/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.Send me a personal text messageJoin me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals - If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.comSupport the show