
Beyond High Performance
The Beyond High Performance Podcast is brought to you by the coaches and friends of the executive coaching firm, Novus Global, and the Meta Performance Institute for Coaching. Join us for intentional, vulnerable, thought provoking conversations that illustrate the life-shifting power of coaching. In order to adequately share the breadth and depth of the firm’s insights, this podcast consists of three unique shows. The Meta Performance Show, will bring you unflinching interviews with top industry leaders on their paths to success. Next, we explore with the show called On Coaching, which pulls back the curtain on the intricacies of life as a Novus Global Coach. And finally, Your Finest Hour, which explores the unique dynamics between a coach and their client by bringing both on the show to unpack their coaching experience together. This podcast was crafted to help you grow as a coach, leader, employee, and human being, inspiring you to go beyond high performance and explore what you are capable of. Note that this podcast is not for those who are committed to mediocrity.
Latest episodes

Jul 1, 2025 • 43min
From Undervalued to In-Demand: Becoming a Premium Executive Coach
ON COACHING | What separates premium coaches from commodity ones? It’s not strategy, it’s identity.In this episode of On Coaching, host Joseph King Barkley—President of the Meta Performance™ Institute and Executive Coach with Novus Global—sits down with Shauna Barnes, Partner and Executive Coach, and Kristin Frade, Director of Novus Global Sport, Leagues & Organizations, to unpack the mindset shift that changes everything: moving from undercharging and overdelivering to building a sustainable, transformational coaching practice that actually pays the bills.Whether you're stuck in a cycle of free sessions and hourly pricing, or you're ready to step into boardrooms with confidence, this conversation will challenge how you see yourself as a coach and equip you to level up.Inside the episode you’ll discover: ✔️ Why “generosity” can secretly sabotage your business ✔️ How to move from time-based billing to value-based pricing ✔️ The identity shift that unlocks executive presence ✔️ What it means to be a resource, not a vendor ✔️ How to stop being chosen because you’re cheaperIf you’ve been feeling the tug to raise your rates, refine your presence, or simply stop spinning your wheels, this is your moment to start.Ready to stop undercharging and start transforming? Get matched with an enrollment advisor to explore your next level: mp.institute/foundationsThe Beyond High Performance Podcast has officially been downloaded over 160,000 times! We couldn’t have done it without you, our listeners… so thank you for continuing to tune in to go beyond high performance.Listen to the full episode here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts.Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network - Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content! Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/ Are you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/

Jun 24, 2025 • 9min
Meta Performance™ Moment #23: Why Luke Schenn Believes Mental Rebound Control is the Key to Longevity
In these ‘Moment’ episodes, we highlight some of the most powerful insights from past conversations on Beyond High Performance.METAPERFORMANCE SHOW | In this Moment of Meta Performance from the Beyond High Performance podcast, two-time Stanley Cup champion Luke Schenn pulls back the curtain on the mindset that has fueled his longevity in one of the most physically and mentally demanding sports on the planet.At the NHL level, physical talent only takes you so far. As Luke shares candidly, the real differentiator is mental resilience—what he calls “mental rebound control.” It’s not about never making mistakes. It’s about how fast you bounce back from them.In this high-stakes conversation, Luke opens up about the toll of performance slumps, how a single bad shift can spiral into weeks of subpar play, and the mental tools he’s developed to stay level-headed, consistent, and competitive.This episode isn’t about perfection. It’s about building the capacity to reset, refocus, and return stronger—whether you’re lacing up skates or leading a boardroom.You’ll discover:Why elite performance is 90% mental (especially when everyone’s physically elite)How negative spirals derail careers—and how to break the cycleThe connection between rebound control in hockey and in lifeHow to use self-talk, preparation rituals, and short memory to stay sharpWhy great coaches don’t just fix problems—they help you recover fasterWhether you’re leading a team or facing your own high-pressure moments, this conversation challenges you to rethink how you measure strength—and to build a mindset that holds up under pressure.🎧 Listen now and ask yourself: Do you have the mental habits to perform at your best—even when the pressure’s on?The Beyond High Performance Podcast has officially been downloaded over 160,000 times! We couldn’t have done it without you, our listeners… so thank you for continuing to tune in to go beyond high performance.🎙 Listen to the full episode here on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts.Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network – Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content!📞 Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore🎯 Are you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here

Jun 17, 2025 • 6min
Meta Performance™ Moment #22: Why Bob Goff Believes Presence is the Highest Form of Leadership
In these ‘Moment’ episodes, we highlight some of the most powerful insights from past conversations on Beyond High Performance.METAPERFORMANCE SHOW | In this Moment of Meta Performance from the Beyond High Performance podcast, bestselling author, lawyer, and humanitarian Bob Goff shares a radically honest perspective on what it means to lead with clarity, compassion, and presence.Bob doesn’t return texts. He doesn’t take voicemails. And he hasn’t made an appointment in over four years—not because he’s disengaged, but because he’s deeply engaged with what matters most.This episode isn’t about working harder. It’s about building a life and leadership style that’s anchored in self-awareness, safe relationships, and intentional time.You’ll discover:• Why emotional self-awareness is the hidden key to lasting influence • What happens when you lead from security, not fear • How to create “Switzerland relationships” that ground and restore you • The power of helping your team aim higher by asking better questions • Why availability, when done with intention, becomes your most valuable assetWhether you're navigating high-stakes leadership or just trying to stay human while leading others, this moment invites you to step back, get real, and lead with what matters most.Listen now and ask yourself: Are you designing a life that can hold up under pressure?The Beyond High Performance Podcast has officially been downloaded over 160,000 times! We couldn’t have done it without you, our listeners… so thank you for continuing to tune in to go beyond high performance.Listen to the full episode here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts.Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network - Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content! Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/ Are you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/ This podcast is produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Executive Producer, Rithu Jagannath as Senior Producer, and Nathan Wheatley as Editor and Audio engineer. Find out more about how to create a podcast for you or your business at rainbowcreative.co.

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Jun 10, 2025 • 1h 2min
How Mental Coaching Transformed an NFL Career—and What It Means for Leaders
Brad Robbins, NFL punter for the Buffalo Bills and aspiring Meta Performance coach, shares his transformative journey in high-performance sports. He discusses how mastering mental clarity elevated his game under pressure. Throughout the conversation, Brad reveals the essential role of honest feedback in growth, the unique mental challenges athletes face, and the importance of building high-trust teams. He also touches on the societal impact athletes can have and the significance of community involvement in leadership.

Jun 3, 2025 • 6min
Meta Performance™ Moment #21: Why Multiplying TIME, Not Managing It, Is the New Productivity Game
In these ‘Moment’ episodes, we highlight some of the most powerful insights from past conversations on Beyond High Performance.METAPERFORMANCE SHOW | In this episode of the Beyond High Performance Podcast, host Jason Jaggard features a game-changing keynote from bestselling author and productivity strategist Rory Vaden, who redefines how elite performers approach time.Rory doesn’t teach traditional time management. He teaches time multiplication—a strategic shift that elite leaders use to scale their impact by thinking beyond urgency and into long-term significance.He introduces the Significance Calculation™, a mindset that asks not “What’s most important today?” but “What can I do today that creates more time tomorrow?”Inside the conversation, you’ll explore:Why time can’t be managed, but it can be multipliedHow high performers think about time differently than everyone elseThe five powerful strategies behind the Focus FunnelWhy distraction is today’s greatest leadership tax, and how to beat itThe real productivity skill that defines modern leadershipWhether you're building a company, leading at scale, or reinventing your relationship with time, this episode will challenge how you make decisions, and unlock exponential room for growth.Listen now and discover why multiplying time may be the most valuable leadership skill of your career.The Beyond High Performance Podcast has officially been downloaded over 160,000 times! We couldn’t have done it without you, our listeners… so thank you for continuing to tune in to go beyond high performance.Listen to the full episode here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts.Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network - Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content! Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/ Are you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/ This podcast is produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Executive Producer, Rithu Jagannath as Senior Producer, and Nathan Wheatley as Editor and Audio engineer. Find out more about how to create a podcast for you or your business at rainbowcreative.co.

May 27, 2025 • 55min
How iHeart Media Execs Used Coaching to Win Market of the Year and Redefine Performance
YOUR FINEST HOUR | What happens when two powerhouse execs say yes to coaching?As President and Senior VP of Sales for iHeartMedia San Diego, Noreen Ippolito and Cathy Lloyd are no strangers to pressure, scale, and results. But even the best can hit a ceiling, unless they’re willing to challenge how they lead.In this episode of Your Finest Hour, Novus Global Executive Coach Chad Richards sits down with Noreen, Cathy, and their coach Lauren Goldasich to unpack what happens when two high-level leaders lean into the discomfort of coaching, and what opens up when they do.This isn’t about quick wins or surface-level strategies. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the mindset, communication, and trust required to evolve as a leader when the stakes are already high, and how that evolution helped their team earn Market of the Year at iHeartMedia.Inside this conversation, you’ll learn: ✔ Why receiving feedback well is one of the rarest, and most valuable skills in executive leadership ✔ How coaching together created cultural momentum and record-breaking growth ✔ The exact communication shifts that fueled clarity, alignment, and trust at scale ✔ What it looks like to model growth from the top and unlock your team’s potential ✔ Why your next level might be waiting on one bold conversationIf you lead leaders, manage large teams, or want to scale your influence without sacrificing your culture—this episode will challenge how you think about growth, collaboration, and what’s possible when leaders rise together.Your next evolution could start here.The Beyond High Performance Podcast has officially been downloaded over 160,000 times! We couldn’t have done it without you, our listeners—so thank you for continuing to tune in to go beyond high performance. Help us reach even more listeners by sharing this episode with a colleague or leaving a review!Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network - Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content! Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/Are you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/This podcast is produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Executive Producer, Rithu Jagannath as Senior Producer, and Nathan Wheatley as Editor and Audio engineer. Find out more about how to create a podcast for you or your business at rainbowcreative.co

May 20, 2025 • 4min
Meta Performance™ Moment #20: Why Emotional IMPACT, Not Output, Is the True Mark of Great Leadership
In these ‘Moment’ episodes, we highlight some of the most powerful insights from past conversations on Beyond High Performance.METAPERFORMANCE SHOW | What if the best leaders don’t obsess over the work, but over how it lands?In this Meta Performance™ Show Moment, host Jason Jaggard is joined by Disney Legend Floyd Norman and celebrated illustrator Adrienne Brown to unpack a bold idea passed down from Walt Disney himself:“Don’t watch the movie. Watch the audience.”Floyd shares personal stories from his decades at Disney—reminding us that unforgettable work doesn’t just entertain, it transforms. From the glow on a child’s face during Bambi to the laughter of grandparents in a dark theater, he reveals how legacy is built not by chasing perfection, but by paying attention to the emotional wake your work leaves behind.This isn’t about cartoons. It’s about culture. Influence. Leadership that outlasts your title.In this episode, you’ll explore:How audience-first leadership creates deeper connection and lasting impactWhy legacy-driven creators prioritize resonance over recognitionThe emotional responsibility of great storytellingWhat it takes to build work that transcends generationsWhether you're building a brand, leading a team, or scaling influence, you’ll walk away with a new lens on how to lead with purpose and leave a mark that matters.Listen now and ask yourself: Who are you really creating for?The Beyond High Performance Podcast has officially been downloaded over 160,000 times! We couldn’t have done it without you, our listeners… so thank you for continuing to tune in to go beyond high performance.Listen to the full episode here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts.Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network - Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content! Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/ Are you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/ This podcast is produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Executive Producer, Rithu Jagannath as Senior Producer, and Nathan Wheatley as Editor and Audio engineer. Find out more about how to create a podcast for you or your business at rainbowcreative.co

May 13, 2025 • 1h 11min
How the World's Top CEOs Rethink Failure with Harvard’s Amy C. Edmondson
META PERFORMANCE SHOW | What if failure wasn’t a liability, but your team’s greatest strategic advantage?Top leaders aren’t just managing performance. They’re building cultures that learn through failure faster than anyone else.In this episode of Beyond High Performance, Novus Global CEO Jason Jaggard sits down with Amy C. Edmondson, Harvard Business School’s Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management, author of Right Kind of Wrong, and pioneer of psychological safety.From Fortune 50 boardrooms to cutting-edge startups, Amy’s work has reshaped how elite organizations navigate complexity, accelerate learning, and lead with trust under pressure.This isn’t theory. It’s the mindset and framework behind the world’s most adaptive, high-performing teams.What You’ll Learn ✔ The difference between mistakes, failures, and violations, and why top leaders treat them differently ✔ Why elite teams talk about failure more and outperform because of it ✔ How to build psychological safety without lowering the bar ✔ Systems-thinking insights from Buckminster Fuller that elevate modern leadership ✔ Why curiosity isn’t optional—it’s your next strategic advantageIf you’re scaling a company, leading global talent, or redefining your industry, this episode will challenge how you lead and unlock performance others can’t see.Listen now and learn how the best turn failure into fuel, and why you should too.The Beyond High Performance Podcast has officially been downloaded over 160,000 times! We couldn’t have done it without you, our listeners—so thank you for continuing to tune in to go beyond high performance. Help us reach even more listeners by sharing this episode with a colleague or leaving a review!Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network - Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content! Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/Are you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/This podcast is produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Executive Producer, Rithu Jagannath as Senior Producer, and Nathan Wheatley as Editor and Audio engineer. Find out more about how to create a podcast for you or your business at rainbowcreative.co

May 6, 2025 • 13min
Meta Performance™ Moment #19: Want to Lead More Powerfully? Former Nike ‘Katalyst’ Kevin Carroll Explains Why Joy is the Secret Weapon of Top Performers
In these ‘Moment’ episodes, we highlight some of the most powerful insights from past conversations on Beyond High Performance.METAPERFORMANCE SHOW | What if your next big move felt risky—but actually wasn’t?In this Moment episode of the Beyond High Performance Show, author and performance strategist Kevin Carroll joins Novus Global CEO Jason Jaggard to reframe risk, rejection, and how bold asks lead to unexpected wins.Kevin shares the story of writing to Nike—again and again—before ever working there, and how chasing big, audacious dreams led to a career of influence, impact, and legacy.He unpacks the idea of asymmetrical risk: strategic decisions where the potential upside far outweighs the downside—and how leaders can train for growth even when things don’t go as planned.In this conversation, you’ll explore:How to identify low-risk, high-reward opportunities and take bold actionWhy rejection is a metric of ambition, not failureHow post-traumatic growth can fuel clarity, purpose, and performanceThe role of play and creativity in building bold, resilient teamsWhether you're a CEO, founder, coach, or athlete—this episode will challenge the way you think about risk, reward, and what it takes to win beyond the scoreboard.Listen now. And ask yourself: What bold move are you not making yet?The Beyond High Performance Podcast has officially been downloaded over 150,000 times! We couldn’t have done it without you, our listeners… so thank you for continuing to tune in to go beyond high performance.Listen to the full episode here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts.Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network - Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content! Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/ Are you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/ This podcast is produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Executive Producer, Rithu Jagannath as Senior Producer, and Nathan Wheatley as Editor and Audio engineer. Find out more about how to create a podcast for you or your business at rainbowcreative.co

Apr 29, 2025 • 56min
The Power of No: How USA Water Polo’s Head Trainer Turned a Tough Choice into Olympic Bronze
Chris Bates knows this better than most. As the Head Strength Coach for the U.S. Men’s Olympic Water Polo Team, founder of Raincross High Performance, and a father of four, Chris hit a breaking point that most high performers never talk about.In this episode of Your Finest Hour, Meta Performance™ Institute President Joseph King Barkley sits down with Chris and his Meta Performance™ coach, Dex Alexander, to explore what happened when Chris made the hardest decision of his career—saying no to a dream job—and how that one decision became the catalyst for everything that came after: a stronger marriage, clearer purpose, and an Olympic medal.If you’ve built success but feel like something’s missing, this conversation will challenge how you define winning.Inside this conversation, you’ll learn:Why "doing more" isn’t the move—and the counterintuitive strategy high performers need insteadThe power of saying no to good opportunities so you can say yes to extraordinary onesHow Chris reframed his identity through entrepreneurship, legacy, and Olympic coachingWhy the best leaders coach the whole person—not just the performerBehind-the-scenes coaching insights that helped Team USA bring home a historic medalHow to lead with legacy—starting in your home, your community, and your nameIf you're a founder, creative, athlete, or executive navigating your next evolution, this episode will challenge you to rethink success at the deepest level.Because true performance isn’t just about winning. It’s about becoming the kind of leader the future is waiting for.The Beyond High Performance Podcast has officially been downloaded over 160,000 times! We couldn’t have done it without you, our listeners—so thank you for continuing to tune in to go beyond high performance. Help us reach even more listeners by sharing this episode with a colleague or leaving a review!Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network - Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content! Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/Are you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/This podcast is produced by Rainbow Creative with Matthew Jones as Executive Producer, Rithu Jagannath as Senior Producer, and Nathan Wheatley as Editor and Audio engineer. Find out more about how to create a podcast for you or your business at rainbowcreative.co