Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin

How to Overcome Your FEAR of Public Speaking with Michael PhilpottMichael Philpott is New Zealand’s #1 Speaking Coach. He has coached CEO’s, celebrities, executives, tech giants, best-selling authors, professors, PHD’s and best-selling authors to achieve the best results from their keynotes, investment pitches and presentations. Michael has also helped many speakers craft their TedX talks.In our conversation, Michael opened up about how he got into public speaking, and what it means to him to help create better communicators. Communication is the key to business, relationships and life. Michael shared what fires him up, and how you can go about being a better communicator. Please share this episode with your loved ones. Learn more about Michael here - https://www.michaelphilpott.co.nzConnect with Michael here - https://www.michaelphilpott.co.nz/about----Click here to Become a VIP supporter of Lead On Purpose: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1583287/supportIf you would like to help James continue to bring on world-class guests, please consider making a small recurring donation to cover the back end, admin and editing costs. For many years, James has dedicated countless hours to the show and would LOVE to continue bringing you global thought leaders.Thank you for your support. It is greatly appreciated.With much gratitude.Full Transcript, Quote Cards, and a Show Summary are available here:https://www.jjlaughlin.com/blog-----Website: 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

-Grab my FREE Leader’s Toolkit to help you supercharge your life and career in 7 steps - jjlaughlin.com/toolkit-Join the waitlist to be at my High Performance Leadership Event here - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/leadershipnewzealand -Click here to Become a VIP supporter of Lead On Purpose: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1583287/supportIf you would like to help James continue to bring on world-class guests and create epic videos, please SUBSCRIBE to this channel. The more support we get, the more content we are able to put up for you to enjoy. Thank you for your support. It is greatly appreciated.With much gratitude.#leadership #highperformance #mistakes #stop Send me a personal text messageJoin me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goalsSupport the show

Billion-Dollar Brand: The Shocking Story Behind Chick-fil-A's Marketing Maverick with Steve RobinsonWhen Steve Robinson started working for Chick-fil-A, they had sales of about $140 million. During his last year, they turned $7 billion. Steve Robinson is the former Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of Chick-fil-A. He was involved in the companies incredible growth from 1981 - 2015. During this time, Chick-fil-A went from 184 stores and $100 million in annual sales, to 2100 stores and more than $6.8 billion in annual sales.Steve also went on to author a book called “Covert Cows and Chick-fil-A.” In it he shares his inside knowledge and strategies used to turn Chick-fil-A into a household name. In our conversation, Steve spoke to me about the strategies, entrepreneurial spirit and sheer determination that led to this remarkable success story. This is an episode filled with strategies and techniques. Please share this with anyone who you feel may benefit from it.Connect with Steve here - https://srobinsonconsulting.com/about/Purchase your copy of his book here - https://www.amazon.com.au/Covert-Cows-Chick-fil-Chicken-Iconic/dp/1400213169----Click here to Become a VIP supporter of Lead On Purpose: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1583287/supportIf you would like to help James continue to bring on world-class guests, please consider making a small recurring donation to cover the back end, admin and editing costs. For many years, James has dedicated countless hours to the show and would LOVE to continue bringing you global thought leaders.Thank you for your support. It is greatly appreciated.With much gratitude.Full Transcript, Quote Cards, and a Show Summary are available here:https://www.jjlaughlin.com/blog-----Website: 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

This WILL Be YOUR #1 RegretFormer World Champion, James Laughlin, shares his high-performance habits, methodologies, and tips for leaders and high performers. Send me a personal text messageJoin me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goalsSupport the show

My life in the NHL : Alcohol and Everything in Between with Billy HuardBilly Huard is a former professional Ice Hockey player from Canada. Billy played in the NHL from 1992 - 1999.Billy’s journey to the NHL was not linear. There were many ups and downs on the road to making the NHL, and Billy shared it all in this episode.From alcohol addiction to divorce, Billy was incredibly vulnerable and courageous in our conversation. Leadership of self is often forgotten, yet it is the most important kind of leadership there is. In order to lead others, you must first lead self. Billy has recently released his book “A Purpose Worth Fighting For.” In this book he shares about his career in the NHL, how he got there and where he’s going.Connect with Billy here - https://www.billyhuard.comPurchase your copy of his book here - https://www.amazon.com.au/Purpose-Worth-Fighting-Breakdowns-Breakthroughs-ebook/dp/B0CGPCLMR6----Click here to Become a VIP supporter of Lead On Purpose: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1583287/supportIf you would like to help James continue to bring on world-class guests, please consider making a small recurring donation to cover the back end, admin and editing costs. For many years, James has dedicated countless hours to the show and would LOVE to continue bringing you global thought leaders.Thank you for your support. It is greatly appreciated.With much gratitude.Full Transcript, Quote Cards, and a Show Summary are available here:https://www.jjlaughlin.com/blog-----Website: 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

This podcast explores the exponential growth of AI, its impact on education, shaping AI development, engaging with AI, and living with and parenting AI.

Former Chief Business Officer for Google X, Mo Gawdat, discusses the urgent need to address the super-intelligence of AI. He believes AI can be used for good, but emphasizes the importance of working together to make that happen. The podcast explores the inevitability of AI and its potential risks, as well as the need for government intervention and teaching AI ethical values. It also delves into the capacity of humans for goodness and the importance of being good in the age of AI. Additionally, it discusses redefining purpose in Western society and the importance of fully living and becoming the best version of oneself.

The Truth About CriticismFormer World Champion, James Laughlin, shares his high-performance habits, methodologies, and tips for leaders and high performers. Send me a personal text messageJoin me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goalsSupport the show

Leading MTV's Evolution: From Vinyl Dreams to Digital Realities with Brent HansenBrent Hansen is the former Head of MTV Europe. Brent is originally from Aotearoa but had a passion for music like no other that led him on an exciting journey.Faced with the choice between becoming a teacher or working in the music industry, Brent decided to give his passion a go. It worked in his favour and led to his 19-year career working with MTV. Brent and I spoke about the buildup to his impressive career, his views on leadership, and the challenges he believes businesses are facing in the current climate.Be sure not to miss this episode!Learn more Brent here - https://www.nzonscreen.com/profile/brent-hansenConnect with Brent here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent-hansen-b094b491/----Click here to Become a VIP supporter of Lead On Purpose: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1583287/supportIf you would like to help James continue to bring on world-class guests, please consider making a small recurring donation to cover the back end, admin and editing costs. For many years, James has dedicated countless hours to the show and would LOVE to continue bringing you global thought leaders.Thank you for your support. It is greatly appreciated.With much gratitude.Full Transcript, Quote Cards, and a Show Summary are available here:https://www.jjlaughlin.com/blog-----Website: 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

Leaders Aren't Born, Or Are They_Former World Champion, James Laughlin, shares his high-performance habits, methodologies, and tips for leaders and high performers. Send me a personal text messageJoin me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goalsSupport the show