Performance Intelligence

What happens when you’re a CEO, responsible for hundreds of people — and suddenly, you're the one fighting for your life? In this Bite Size from episode #112, Reini Otter (CEO of global supply chain and logistics giant) shares the moment he was blindsided by a cancer diagnosis and the mindset and leadership skills that helped him face it head-on.Reini opens up about the immediate shock response, how he navigated the uncertainty, and why gathering the right information was his first step toward taking back control. He also shares how his support network — friends, family, and colleagues — became his greatest asset, helping him, his wife, and his children through brutal treatment and recovery.This isn’t just a story about illness — it’s a powerful reminder that true leadership starts with how you lead yourself in life’s hardest moments. You can find Reini at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reini-otter-331a8439Read Reini's article in The Australian: https://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/leadership/reini-otter-is-on-a-mission-to-have-healthy-heads-in-trucks-and-sheds/news-story/99501ba7b76815fdede995dab8b49676 Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

Want to build a high performing team? Look no further than Anthony Seibold, Head Coach of the NRL's Manly Warringah Sea Eagles. With his extensive background as a professional player and university educator, along with coaching experience at the highest levels, Seibold offers a unique perspective on team dynamics and success.3:15 Seibs growing up, emulating his favourite players’ hair, staying grounded with mates, and being the club’s go-to person.7:00 Getting into teaching as a Plan B during his early rugby career, and what rugby looked like before professionalism.13:05 Teaching at University of Queensland, starting his prolific note-taking habit, and assistant coaching at Melbourne Storm.18:05 Craig Bellamy’s empowering leadership, overcoming imposter syndrome, and Seibs’ head coach run at South Sydney Rabbitohs.24:15 Reaching a Rabbitohs final, moving to Brisbane Broncos, and wishing he’d focused on mental skills earlier.29:45 Integrating mental skills with physical, technical, and tactical training, failing at Brisbane, and owning his mistakes.40:45 Committing to top-quality coaching, bouncing back with Eddie Jones at England Rugby, and improving under Eddie’s mentorship.48:15 Teachers making great NRL coaches, learning from Doug Lemov, and giving effective feedback.56:25 Checking for understanding in teaching, chasing multiple goals at once, and translating lessons to the corporate world.1:02:45 Using turn-and-talk to create safe environments, note-taking for memory, and prioritising personal wellbeing.1:12:30 JC and Matt Comyn on Seibs, taking the club to the next level, and adjusting to public scrutiny.1:19:55 Reverse engineering world-class teams, integrating programs over three years, and finding joy in others’ success.1:25:05 Reflections on the podcast, advice to his younger self, and passion for mental skills.You can Find Anthony at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-seibold-59b8821ba/Or on the Manly Website: https://www.seaeagles.com.au/teams/nrl-premiership/manly-warringah-sea-eagles/anthony-seibold/Buy the book from Doug Lemov: https://www.coachsguidetoteaching.com/ Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

In this Bite Size from episode #99 grey area drinking expert Sarah Rusbatch talks about how she started her alcohol free movement and how she was able to focus on the positives of stopping her alcohol consumption instead of the negatives. Sarah also shares how she slowly slid back into drinking after a period of time and what caused her to end up quitting drinking for good. You can find Sarah at her Website: https://sarahrusbatch.com/add Sarah on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-rusbatch-4b189128Follow Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrusbatch Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

Emma Seppälä, a renowned psychologist and author specializing in happiness and emotional intelligence, shares her insights as the director of Yale's Women's Leadership Program. She highlights how doing less can lead to achieving more, emphasizing the unexpected benefits of idleness and mindfulness. Emma discusses her global upbringing and the challenges of modern distractions, advocating for personalized approaches to emotional well-being. She encourages embracing stillness and meditation to enhance creativity and resilience, urging listeners to reclaim their focus.

In this Bite Size from episode #114 Dr Tom Buckley talks about his personal experience using a grounding sheet on his bed as an experiment to help his wife deal with post surgery pain and the surprising amount of benefits he found he would get while using it himself. Dr Tom says he has found himself sleeping deeper than ever before after starting to use the grounding sheet which has helped him feel more refreshed and ready to go in the morning.  Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

What if one word could transform your year? Unlock your potential in 2025 with the power of a single word! This week on the Performance Intelligence Podcast, Kamal Sarma, a monk turned venture capitalist and 20-year Word of the Year veteran, shares his profound experience with this transformative practice."One year my word was FUN and I actually got a Fun Coach who was my son at the time...he showed me that anything can be fun..." In this episode, Andrew and Kamal discuss:2:45 Where the idea of a word for the year came from, the difference between a virtue and a value and Kamal’s backstory.7:20 When Kamal started doing the word of the year, how Kamal researched his word for the year and how he gets into a state to choose his word.12:20 Kamal’s word of the year for 2025, dealing with some of the heavy topics Kamal has involved himself in and using the word bliscipline in a previous year.16:15 Finding your breakpoint when working too hard, finding the true meaning of the word "joy" and we get indoctrinated into seeing separateness.21:20 Finding a theme song for each year, Andrew’s lawn mower story and the pendulum between focus and awareness.26:05 Andrew’s 2 words of the year, the virtue Andrew wants to build in himself and giving your best to the people who will be at your funeral.30:30 Andrew’s 3 key questions for pre-performance routines, how Kamal learned acceptance after his daughter passed away and society's obsession with distracting you.35:20 How Kamal uses his word of the year as a mantra, the importance of finding a quote that encapsulates the word and how Kamal measures (or doesn’t) the success of the word of the year.39:55 How Kamal found the meaning of the word “enough” one year, being grateful for everything he has, and having success on your own terms, not on others.44:55 Kamal’s truthtellers and mentors that make up his personal board, using your word of the year as a mantra and Kamal’s advice on how to create your own word of the year.53:00 Why having space is so important in creating a word, Kamal’s luggage and mindfulness story and why knowing and practicing something are two different things.Listen to Kamal's previous episode here:https://shorturl.at/rQEMOYou can enter your word of the year here: https://www.rezilium.com/word-for-the-yearYou can find Kamal at his website: https://www.rezilium.com/                                      or Linkedin: https://rb.gy/qemwq Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

In this Bite Size from episode #88 Jacqui Louder talks about her experience of burning herself out at the start of her career by overworking herself to the point of being diagnosed with chronic fatigue. Jacqui shares how she was able to overcome her inability to say no to opportunities and learn the difference between obsession and passion for her work while redefining what success means for her.  You can find Jacqui at her LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-louder-74680a4aOr her website: https://www.opsmc.com.au/person/jacqui-louder/You can also find Jacqui's cake decorating: https://www.instagram.com/jacquilouder/ Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

Listen to Matt Comyn providing a rare glimpse into his life and what it takes to be CEO of Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA), Australia's second largest company and one of the world's leading banks. From his humble beginnings and being raised by a single mother, to his decades-long commitment to the financial services sector, Matt's story is marked by resilience and an unbelievable work ethic.Unknown to many, Matt is an avid student of psychology and human performance, dedicated to improving his physical and mental readiness to  tackle the challenges and curveballs that life throws at him. Andrew and Matt discuss the specific performance psychology strategies and wearable tech metrics Matt uses to track and sustain his personal performance; what Matt has learnt over the years from coaches including Andrew, Adam Grant and Michael Gervais; how science and psychology have evolved his leadership style; and the pride Matt takes in CBAs Can4Cancer, a corporate community event that in partnership with Tour de Cure, will this year tick over $20M raised towards the prevention of cancer.In this podcast Andrew and Matt discuss:2:10 Andrew and the Wizard's reflections on the impact of the top podcast of 2024.9:40 What 'Little Matt' was like growing up, his biggest inspiration is his mum, and reflecting on the journey so far.15:50 The importance of shifting from a deficit to a skills model, not being top of the food chain at home, and the early days of Matts career.22:15 The 5 wearable tech metrics Andrew asks all of his executive clients to measure and track, why sleep is so important to Matt, and finding the metrics and tools that work for you.27:45 How Matt has learned to shift state and attention, avoiding taking bad news from one meeting to another, and relying on (realistic) positive thinking to help through the challenging/negative times.34:35 Matt’s weekly fitness routine, what he has learned from 6 years of running Commbank, and loving the opportunity to meet interesting people along the way.39:35 The hardest times of Matt’s tenure as CEO, enjoying getting stuck into problems when they arise, and the reality that corporate life is fragile and things can change very quickly.42:30 Lessons learnt from the banking Royal Commission and how Matt and his team navigated this.47:45 Balancing the 'See Saw of Ambivalence' and finding the balance between not being satisfied and gratitude.51:30 Matt’s pride in seeing how much Can4Cancer has grown, his role in starting/supporting this event, and celebrating the 10 year anniversary in 2024.56:30 What drives Matt’s curiosity and what he has learned from Manly Sea Eagles head coach, Anthony Seibold.1:02:05 Boxer Tim Tszyu is one of the most dedicated people Matt has met, and being impressed by his obsession towards working hard.1:03:35 Where Matt sees the banking industry and his own personal life heading in 10 to 15 years.You can find Matt at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattcomyn/ Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

In this Bite Size from episode #109 AI expert Dr Alan Thompson sheds some light on how you can use AI today to enhance or streamline your business and Andrew talks about how at Performance Intelligence we already make extensive use of AI tools, saving us the work of several full time employees. Dr Alan also gives some advice for small businesses and startups on how AI can help you create an app, a slideshow or a business case in a matter of seconds. You can find Alan at his Website: https://lifearchitect.ai/Subscribe to his newsletter: https://lifearchitect.ai/memo/Try out Claude 3.5 Sonnet: https://claude.ai Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

Michael McQueen is one of the world’s leading public speakers and works with companies like Google, Toyota and Mastercard and has helped some of the world’s most successful brands navigate uncertainty and stay ahead of the curve. Michael is a multi-award-winning speaker, change strategist and author of 10 books including his most recently published best-seller, Mindstuck, a ground-breaking guide for Mastering the Art of Persuasion & Changing Stubborn Minds. In this discussion we’re tackling a common fear, a phobia, that so many people experience from teenagers to retirees. A phobia reported across multiple studies every year as one of, if not the top phobia: glossophobia, the fear of public speaking. Michael has previously been named Australia’s Keynote Speaker of the Year and has been inducted into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame. He lives in Sydney with his wife Hailey and son Max.In this episode Andrew and Michael discuss:0:55 Michael and Andrew's reflections on the podcast since its release.  21:45 Getting public speaking tips from TikTok, the 3 different levels of public speaking and what drives our fear of public speaking.30:20 Training out the fear of public speaking, the difference between public speaking and coaching and learning standup comedy.35:35 How Michael prepares his keynotes, the importance of a good transition from topic to topic and the importance of diversity in your presentation.45:30 Coming up with a 15 minute showcase, being nervous and talking to a wall.52:00 Michael's Pre-Performance routines, how Michael starts his presentations to get into a flow state and the importance of vocal warmups.1:03:30 The importance of behind the scenes work, having good props and slides and making sure you target your audience.1:10:25 using over 100 slides in a presentation, bombing a keynote and dealing with technical issues.1:25:35 Andrew’s worst ever presentation, starting with small victories and making friends with the AV team.1:34:10 Following up with clients after a keynote, Michael's new book and finally catching up to yourself with new content.1:44:45 Learning how to podcast, how to change someone’s mind and Angela Poon and Dr Kristy Goodwin’s reflections.You can find Michael at his Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelmcqueen1Or at his Website: https://michaelmcqueen.net/Buy your copy of Mindstuck: https://www.booktopia.com.au/mindstuck-michael-mcqueen/book/9781637557396.html Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.