

Beyond High Performance
Novus Global
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.
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Sep 16, 2025 • 1h 7min
What Every CEO Can Learn from the World’s Best Assistant
In this engaging discussion, Diane Grant, a dedicated strategic partner and executive assistant to best-selling author Andy Stanley, shares invaluable insights from her 25+ years of experience. She uncovers how top CEOs thrive through unshakeable partnerships and the power of emotional intelligence. From prioritizing meaningful contributions over profit to building effective communication and trust, Diane discusses the art of collaboration in leadership. Her journey from a medical career to impactful assistance challenges conventional perspectives on success.

Sep 9, 2025 • 56min
Greatest Hits: Breaking Limiting Beliefs to Achieve Scalable Growth, with Chantelle Little
In this Greatest Hits episode of Beyond High Performance, Dan Leffelaar revisits his conversation with Chantelle Little — Founder and CEO of Tiller Digital — and her coach, Janet Breitenbach. Chantelle shares how coaching not only transformed her personally but also helped her company double in size in just one year.From rewriting limiting beliefs to redefining company culture, Chantelle opens up about the practices that fueled her growth as a leader. Together, she and Janet discuss how intentional hiring, ownership, and culture-building became catalysts for Tiller Digital’s rapid success. Chantelle also reveals the one powerful question Janet asked repeatedly that had the greatest impact on her journey.🔑 You’ll discover:How writing out limiting beliefs can unlock personal and professional breakthroughsWhy culture is the foundation of sustainable growthThe importance of testing for ownership and growth in the hiring processHow coaching accelerates both leadership and organizational performanceThe simple yet profound question that transformed Chantelle’s leadership approachChantelle’s story is a powerful reminder that coaching isn’t just about performance — it’s about unlocking the courage and clarity to create lasting impact.Listen to the full episode here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts.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/ 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! Ready to stop undercharging and start transforming? Get matched with an enrollment advisor to explore your next level: mp.institute/foundationsAre 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/

Sep 2, 2025 • 56min
Greatest Hits: Lessons on Art, Resilience, and Leadership featuring Andy Allo
In this Greatest Hits episode of Beyond High Performance, Jason Jaggard revisits his conversation with Andy Allo — musician, actor, and star of Amazon’s Upload. Born in Cameroon and raised in the U.S., Andy has built a remarkable career spanning music, film, and television, including touring with Prince as part of the legendary New Power Generation.From open mics to global stages, Andy shares how grit, preparation, and authenticity shaped her journey. She opens up about pursuing her dream against cultural expectations, embracing both planning and adaptability, and the leadership lessons she learned directly from Prince.🔑 You’ll discover:Why preparation creates the foundation for “lucky breaks”How to balance vision and flexibility in pursuing goalsThe power of adaptability — being “like water” in uncertain timesWhy great leaders know when to step back so others can shineHow self-reflection and feedback fuel continuous growthAndy’s story is a reminder that true artistry — and leadership — isn’t just about talent or charm. It’s about discipline, humility, and the courage to keep evolving.Listen to the full episode here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts.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/ 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! Ready to stop undercharging and start transforming? Get matched with an enrollment advisor to explore your next level: mp.institute/foundationsAre 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/

Aug 26, 2025 • 1h
Greatest Hits: Cress Williams — From Reluctant Leader to Black Lightning
We’re excited to share a new chapter of Beyond High Performance. As we transition from our MPS Moments series into a new Greatest Hits collection, we’ll be revisiting some of the most powerful and timeless conversations from past episodes.In this Greatest Hits episode of Beyond High Performance, we revisit Jason Jaggard’s conversation with American actor and producer Cress Williams — best known for his roles in The West Wing, Friday Night Lights, Hart of Dixie, and as the first Black superhero on network television in Black Lightning.From navigating rejection to embracing leadership, Cress shares how his career evolved from supporting roles to carrying the mantle of a cultural icon. He opens up about lessons learned from Drew Barrymore, the responsibility of representation, and how forgiveness transformed his personal life.Whether you’re in film, business, or leading a team, Cress’s story is a masterclass in humility, resilience, and authentic leadership.What you’ll learn in this episode:🎬 From reluctant leader to role model — how Cress grew into leadership on and off set🌟 Lessons from Drew Barrymore — why compassion and presence make great leaders🤝 Supporting roles done well — why thriving as “second” builds stronger teams⚡ Rejection to opportunity — how losing Luke Cage paved the way for Black Lightning👨👧 Family and integrity — why Cress refused to sacrifice fatherhood for fame💡Forgiveness and redemption — the powerful story of reconciling with his fatherListen to the full episode here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts.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/ 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! Ready to stop undercharging and start transforming? Get matched with an enrollment advisor to explore your next level: mp.institute/foundationsAre 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/

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Aug 12, 2025 • 1h 4min
More Than an Athlete
In this episode of Beyond High Performance, Jason Jaggard sits down with Matisse Thybulle, Shooting Guard for the Portland Trail Blazers, celebrated for his elite defensive skills and creative pursuits beyond basketball.Coached by Dan Leffelaar, Co-President of Novus Global and Founder of the Novus Global Sport division, Matisse reflects on pivotal moments in his career — including turning a season-ending injury into a powerful opportunity for leadership, mentorship, and personal growth.From choosing discomfort as a path to growth, to reframing setbacks as launching pads for new possibilities, Matisse offers powerful lessons for athletes, leaders, and creatives alike.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeBasketball as self-discovery: Why Matisse sees the game as a path, not an identity.Turning injury into impact: How he mentored teammates while sidelined.From defense to offense: Shifting from reactive to proactive on the court and in life.Choosing discomfort: Why Matisse sees it as a product worth pursuing.Balancing creativity & competition: Moving from viral YouTube fame back to a focused athletic career.You can catch it all right here on the Beyond High Performance podcast, brought to you by Novus Global.Listen to the full episode here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts.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/ 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! Ready to stop undercharging and start transforming? Get matched with an enrollment advisor to explore your next level: mp.institute/foundationsAre 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/

Aug 5, 2025 • 6min
Meta Performance™ Moment #26: How Marvel Built a $29 billion Franchise with Rob Steffens
In this MPS moment, Jason Jaggard speaks with Rob Steffens, Former Co-President of Marvel Entertainment, about Marvel's remarkable transformation from bankruptcy to a $29 billion cinematic empire. With the new Fantastic Four film hitting theaters, it's the perfect time to revisit this fascinating conversation about how Marvel changed Hollywood forever.Rob pulls back the curtain on the bold strategies that sparked Marvel's transformation, covering:The business mechanics of how movies make moneyWhy film has traditionally been considered a "bad business" - except for MarvelThe economics behind Marvel's massive marketing budgetsHow the franchise model changed everything for HollywoodThe financial risks and rewards of creating new intellectual propertyThis isn't just a business story - it's a moment where bold leadership birthed a global legacy that forever changed the entertainment industry.Listen to the full episode here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts.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/ 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! Ready to stop undercharging and start transforming? Get matched with an enrollment advisor to explore your next level: mp.institute/foundationsAre 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/

Jul 29, 2025 • 47min
Coaching at the Edges: How Master Coaches Create the Highest Impact
Join Janet Breitenbach, an executive coach at Novus Global, and Nathan Neighbour, a transformational trainer and founding pastor, as they explore the cutting-edge of coaching. They discuss the power of pushing boundaries in traditional coaching to foster genuine transformation. The duo emphasizes the significance of vulnerability and trust, highlighting how these elements can spark profound personal growth. They also share real-life stories of overcoming limiting narratives, making this conversation a rich resource for anyone seeking impactful change.

Jul 22, 2025 • 6min
Meta Performance™ Moment #25: The Trap of Having All the Answers
In these ‘Moment’ episodes, we highlight some of the most powerful insights from past conversations on Beyond High Performance.YOUR FINEST HOUR | In this Moment of Meta Performance™, we revisit a powerful conversation with Danielle Smith, an executive leader dedicated to developing people—not just driving results.Danielle opens up about one of the most overlooked traps in leadership: believing you must have all the answers. In this candid clip, she unpacks the critical mindset shift from being the answer-giver to becoming a coach—and how that transition not only empowers teams but unlocks long-term growth across an organization.This isn’t just about productivity. It’s about legacy. It’s about choosing to grow leaders, not just manage outcomes.You’ll discover:Why great leadership isn’t about speed—it’s about scaleThe difference between consulting and coaching (and when to use each)How middle managers transformed by shifting from “fixing” to “developing”The risk of bottlenecking growth by always being the answer-giverHow one manufacturing leader began multiplying his influence through questionsListen to the full episode here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts.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/ 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! Ready to stop undercharging and start transforming? Get matched with an enrollment advisor to explore your next level: mp.institute/foundationsAre 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/

Jul 17, 2025 • 1h 13min
Creative Leadership Under Pressure: What Filmmakers Teach us About Leading Teams
In this episode of the Meta Performance Show, Jason Jaggard is joined by Nick Moceri, Producer and Founder of All Night Diner, and Christian Swegal, Writer and Director of the new film Sovereign. They discuss leading creative teams under extreme pressure, the art of co-leadership in high-stakes environments, and how filmmaking mirrors the challenges of modern business leadership. The Apple TV Top 50 film recently debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival and is now available for viewing in movie theaters, as well as for rent or purchase on Apple TV and Prime Video.The conversation explores:Why filmmaking is one of the hardest leadership challenges in the worldHow to lead diverse teams through creative and logistical stormsThe dynamics of successful co-leadership partnershipsManaging safety and operations in the post-Rust era of filmmakingCreating art that fosters civil discourse in polarized timesIf 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.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.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/ 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! Ready to stop undercharging and start transforming? Get matched with an enrollment advisor to explore your next level: mp.institute/foundationsAre 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/

Jul 8, 2025 • 4min
Meta Performance™ Moment #24: Why Marques Colston Says Success Must Be Rewritten, Not Reached
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, Super Bowl champion, entrepreneur, and executive coach Marques Colston shares a powerful perspective on one of the greatest challenges in both sports and leadership: sustaining success.Getting to the top isn’t the hardest part—staying there is. In this candid moment, Marques reflects on the pivotal mindset shift required to move from being the hunter to becoming the hunted—and how that transition reveals what you’re truly made of.This episode isn’t about arrival. It’s about building the internal and external structures to keep going, keep growing, and keep redefining what success means on your own terms.You’ll discover:Why reaching a goal is never the finish line—it’s just the proving groundThe mental makeup that separates short-term wins from sustained impactHow elite performers learn to replicate success across chapters of lifeThe danger of mistaking opportunity for arrivalHow to build a career—and a life—that evolves beyond any single title or momentWhether you’re leading a company, navigating transitions, or working to expand your influence, this moment challenges you to ask a deeper question: Are you maintaining success—or multiplying it?🎧 Listen now and ask yourself: Are you building a life that can evolve beyond every win?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