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| #128 Anthony Seibold - The Art of Teaching, Coaching, and Building a Winning Team | 12 Feb 2025 | 01:37:49 | |
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 and wanting to emulate his favourite players hair, having mates that will keep you grounded and being the person in the club the buck stops at. 7:00 How Seibs got into teaching through his early rugby career, having teaching as a plan b and what playing rugby looked like before it was full time professional. 13:05 Teaching teachers at the University of Queensland, the start of Seibs’ prolific note writing habit and working as an assistant coach at the Melbourne Storm. 18:05 Craig Bellamy empowering his staff to achieve their goals, overcoming imposter syndrome and Seibs’ amazing run as head coach of the South Sydney Rabbitohs. 24:15 Getting into a final with the Rabbitohs, moving to the Brisbane Broncos and regretting not doing more mental skills work earlier. 29:45 Bringing in more mental skills work in tandem with physical technical and tactical training, failing to achieve his goals at the Brisbane Broncos and owning up to his mistakes. 40:45 Putting in the work to be a top quality coach, bouncing back into success with Eddie Jones at England Rugby and Improving as a coach under Eddie. 48:15 The high number of teachers that make successful coaches in the NRL, Learning from Doug Lemov, one of the world’s best teachers and how to give good feedback. 56:25 The importance of checking for understanding when teaching, chasing 5 rabbits and catching none and how Seibs is teaching this to the corporate world. 1:02:45 Using the turn and talk method to create a safe environment, taking notes to bolster his memory recall and how Seibs focuses on his own wellbeing. 1:12:30 JC and Matt Comyn’s thoughts on Seibs, taking the club to the next level and getting used to people on the street yelling at you. 1:19:55 Reverse engineering to build a world class team, it takes 3 years to fully integrate a program and taking joy in seeing others succeed. 1:25:05 Seibs’ reflections on the podcast, what Andrew would tell his younger self and why he is so passionate about mental skills. You can Find Anthony at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-seibold-59b8821ba/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
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| Bite Size #160: Sarah Rusbatch – How She Quit Drinking & Sparked a Movement! | 09 Feb 2025 | 00:12:44 | |
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/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
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| #127 How to Reclaim Your Focus in a World Full of Distractions - Emma Seppälä | 05 Feb 2025 | 01:13:31 | |
What if doing less could actually help you achieve more? This week on the podcast, join Emma Seppälä, a renowned psychologist and author specializing in the Science of Happiness, as she explores the journey to personal and professional sovereignty. As the director of the Women's Leadership Program at Yale School of Management, Emma has empowered thousands, including high-level executives, to enhance their emotional intelligence and resilience. Discover the surprising benefits of idleness and how embracing stillness can foster greater focus and creativity in our fast-paced world. “Resilience is in the mind. It has nothing to do with your environment; you can be in a challenging situation and still be incredibly resilient...” In this episode Andrew and Emma discuss: 2:35 Emma growing up all around the globe, avoiding the Parisian pessimistic mindset while living there and why you should try mindfulness in an age of distractions. 11:55 Why mindfulness doesn’t work for everyone, guided meditations using the Sattva app and the effects Emma feels when she meditates daily. 18:50 CEO example of 10 minutes of mindfulness a day, writing multiple books while hiking and geniuses like Einstein and Salvador Dali using alpha brain waves to be creative. 26:20 Ignoring overly negative news to stay positive, moving meditation and working with veterans with trauma to overcome PTSD with breathing and meditation. 32:00 What is skybreath, the similarity of idleness and daydreaming and staying off your phone to be idle during the day. 35:30 Using alpha waves to relax when you need to so you can upregulate when you need to, downregulating to show up when you need to and intention, innovation and creativity. 44:35 Give kids open ended toys without instructions, why Emma wrote her book Sovereign and the definition of being Sovereign. 51:10 High performers wanting to feel loved, the best way to get love is to give it and the happiest people fill others cups alongside their own. 57:30 How Emma feels Sovereign, being more resilient then ever before and where Emma sees herself 5 years in the future. 1:02:30 Emma’s faith that things will work out, living a life in service to others and where you can find Emma.
Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #159: Dr Tom Buckley - The Science Behind Using A Grounding Sheet + Can it Fix Your Sleep Problems? | 02 Feb 2025 | 00:10:34 | |
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. Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #126 The Power of Choosing a Word of the Year and how to Set a Clear Intention - Kamal Sarma | 29 Jan 2025 | 01:06:09 | |
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/rQEMO or Linkedin: https://rb.gy/qemwq Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #158: Jacqui Louder – How a Sports Psychologist Overcame Chronic Fatigue | 26 Jan 2025 | 00:13:00 | |
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-74680a4a Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
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| #125 1st Most Popular Podcast of 2024: Matt Comyn - Physical and Psychological Training that Underpins Being CEO of Australia's Biggest Bank (Coaching Corner) | 22 Jan 2025 | 01:12:00 | |
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/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #157: Dr Alan Thompson – The Future of Small Business + How AI is the Game Changer | 19 Jan 2025 | 00:15:18 | |
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/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #124 2nd Most Popular Podcast of 2024: The Art of Public Speaking and Influence, and how to Change Minds - Michael McQueen | 15 Jan 2025 | 02:13:28 | |
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/michaelmcqueen1 Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #156: Sam Monaghan – How Fire Fighters Manage Instant Mental Shifts + Stay Calm Under Pressure | 12 Jan 2025 | 00:11:50 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #111 Firefighter Sam Monaghan talks about how he is able to almost instantly shift his state from sleeping or doing paperwork into a high adrenaline firefighting situation. Sam also explains how he is able to use particular methods to keep himself calm and not become over aroused while in the field which can also lead to a massive degradation in performance. Follow Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-monaghan-1a68b1207/?originalSubdomain=au Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #123 3rd Most Popular Podcast of 2024: Confronting Grey Area Drinking, the Rise of "Wine Mum" Culture, Performance Benefits of Cutting Back Alcohol - Sarah Rusbatch | 08 Jan 2025 | 01:26:20 | |
As the year comes to an end, we're getting ready to unwind and take a break, syncing with our company's rhythm. We understand and encourage our audience to find some time to rest and reconnect with yourselves, as there is great value in pausing to recharge and restore.
While holidays are perfect for relaxing, for some of us it means reaching for alcohol to self-soothe. Notably Australia is the world's top binge drinking country. Which is why this week we are introducing an episode with Sarah Rusbatch is an award-winning Health and Wellbeing Coach, accredited in Grey Area Drinking Coaching, and an author of the bestseller “Beyond Booze: How to Create a Life You Love Alcohol Free”. In this episode Sarah shares: • Her Journey and Early Drinking Experiences: Sarah began drinking at 14, influenced by her parents' social drinking habits and her own need to fit in. This behaviour continued through university and into her professional life. • Impact of Alcohol on Her Life: Sarah describes her heavy drinking habits, social expectations, and how alcohol affected her career, relationships, and health. • Turning Point and Recovery: Key incidents that led Sarah to reconsider her drinking habits, including two significant events that made her realise the need for change. • Life After Quitting Alcohol: The benefits Sarah experienced after quitting alcohol, how she improved her self-esteem, and the positive changes in her personal and professional life. In this episode Andrew and Sarah discuss: 1:20 Sarah and Andrew's reflections on the podcast since its release. 10:40 How Sarah met her husband and started living in Perth, the start of Sarahs relationship with alcohol and the drinking culture in UK schools in the 80s and 90s. 15:25 How much Sarah was drinking throughout her young adulthood, the drinking culture in corporate industries and Sarah’s first break from drinking. 21:25 Sarah’s social smoking, coming home at 5am then vs getting up at 5am now and Sarahs downward spiral into heavier drinking. 27:10 Beating yourself up for not being happier, the lack of an outside of work persona and needing to find a personal purpose. 31:30 How and why Sarah’s drinking problem slowly got worse, the CBF factor that surfaced with the drinking and Sarah’s self-imposed rules around drinking. 38:85 Using exercise to try and make up for excessive drinking, the 2 incidents that led to Sarah quitting alcohol for the 2nd time and discovering who she was after becoming sober. 44:45 Having to become sober all by yourself, being told you’re more fun when you drink and why Sarah went back to drinking after 100 days of sobriety. 50:40 Sarah’s denial about her life’s trajectory until she started therapy, feeling shame about her past actions and replacing that feeling with pride to have come through all that. 53:45 How grey area drinking is different to alcoholism, dating and drinking going hand in hand and the false confidence you can gain through drinking alcohol. 58:55 the alarming stats on alcohol abuse, alcohol companies targeting women in their marketing and the rise of the “wine mum” culture. 1:03:00 70% of people are grey area drinkers, is no drinking the optimal way and the emotional impact of drinking. 1:10:20 Sarah’s new lease on life living on purpose, don’t wait for rock bottom to make a change and the different programs Sarah runs. 1:15:00 Sarah’s live presentations, it’s all about behaviour change and the key component to changing your relationship with alcohol. You can find Sarah at her Website: https://sarahrusbatch.com/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #155: Shaun Lane – The Power of Vision Boards + Bringing Ideas to Life | 05 Jan 2025 | 00:13:48 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #91 Shaun Lane shares his vision board and how working on it has provided him with a lot of clarity around what he want to do in his life and what his overarching purpose is. Shaun also talks about how he has managed to shift from being motivated by money and fame to being motivated by his life’s purpose and how he feels so much better off for it. You can find the resources mentioned in the podcast here: https://www.andrewmay.com/all-episodes/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #122 4th Most Popular Podcast of 2024: The Science of Circadian Rhythm (Part 1), Prevalence of Social Jet Lag & Natural Ways to Boost Energy Levels - Dr Tom Buckley | 01 Jan 2025 | 01:37:08 | |
Tune in as Dr Tom Buckley and Andrew dive into the science of circadian rhythm, the internal biological clock that dictates sleep wake cycles and influences multiple aspects of wellbeing including cognition, hormone balance, metabolism, weight management, sleep-wake cycles, sex drive and especially personal energy levels.
Dr Tom Buckley is an Associate Professor at Sydney University and a leading expert in stress and cardiovascular health. He highlights the importance of understanding and optimising circadian rhythms for peak performance. In this episode Andrew and Dr Tom discuss: 1:00 Dr Tom and Andrew's reflections on the podcast since its release. 13:00 Dr Andrew Huberman’s live event and what is circadian rhythm? 20:20 Jet lag vs social jet lag and how the human body copes without light. 24:50 The free running cycle during holidays and why you end up going to bed progressively later. 29:00 The circadian rhythm 'elevator pitch' and how light effects the body. 22:45 The importance of getting the right light in the morning and fixing 98% of peoples energy problems with proper sleep. 38:00 Teaching energy management to children and new hires, and why we are so addicted to coffee. 45:00 The long-term effects of too much caffeine and switching to tea with flowers. 48:00 Train a coffee detox each year vs sometimes just needing to get through the day. 51:00 Shortening life expectancy in our children and Dr Tom’s research/expertise in this area. 53:40 When did you get your first mobile phone? 56:10 The perils of giving children too much technology time. 58:50 The rise in mood disorders amongst teenagers and children and it takes 8 weeks to reset your circadian clock. 1:08:00 How physical activity helps reach homeostasis and Andrew’s coaching client example. 1:12:15 Becoming MatchFit to change how you look and improve memory recall. 1:16:00 Understanding your chronotypes (Gazelles, Bears, Tigers, Dolphins) and how aligning cognitive tasks to circadian rhythm significantly boosts productivity. 1:22:10 If you could bottle the effects of sunlight and the steps of the circadian reset. 1:27:30 Getting it right 80% of the time is good enough and getting the basic building blocks in place.
Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #154: Dr Tom Buckley - Why Flying Drains Your Energy (Even Without Time Zones) + How to Avoid It | 29 Dec 2024 | 00:13:35 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #98 Dr Tom Buckley gives us some of his wisdom on why travel can be such a big drain on your energy, even without swapping timezones. Dr Tom gives us a few examples of what happens to the body when you are flying and why that can cause you to feel so tired and stressed, even when it feels like you haven’t done anything. Dr Tom and Andrew also share some of their experiences in avoiding alcohol before flying and the exaggerated effect it can have on your body when mixed with long periods on a plane. Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #121 5th Most Popular Podcast of 2024: The Science and Psychology of Emotional Eating and Understanding the Hidden Causes - Matty Lansdown | 25 Dec 2024 | 01:33:44 | |
Matty Lansdown is a scientist, nutritionist, and musician, with a background in nutritional epigenetics and disease research. A few years into working at a cancer hospital he began to feel like an imposter, "I was asking questions that no one else seemed to be asking, about the cause of disease and the impact of food on the body… It was so strange to me that quite obviously the majority of patients were overweight or obese and no one talked about their diet or their lifestyle. Ever." Matty now focuses on the causes of overeating and the emotions we attach to food. And we’re not referring to Bridget Jones crying over her answering machine with an ice-cream tub in hand…we’re talking about real patterns stemming from a range of factors that can include our parents and their patterns, trauma, our relationship with money, how advertisers market to us, what we see online, and more. Through his podcast 'How to Not Get Sick And Die', Matty is on a mission to install new beliefs, new mindsets, and new patterns to live a happy, healthy life.
1:15 Matty and Andrew's reflections on the podcast since its release. 11:30 What Matty was like growing up. 14:30 Making the difficult choice between studying drumming and forensics. 17:50 Matty coming to the realisation that there must be a more proactive approach to medicine. 21:25 Over 90% of diseases are caused by poor diet and lifestyle. 23:15 Nature doesn’t make mistakes and disease is biology’s way of trying to fix things. 25:25 What is emotional eating and why do people do it? 30:30 The majority of people are not aware of when they emotionally eat. 34:05 Why Matty almost exclusively works with people over the age of 50. 39:25 The main reasons people emotionally eat. 42:20 Why Matty helps people understand their emotions before he get them to change their eating habits. 45:10 The most common groups of people that emotionally eat, and Matty’s most challenging client. 47:25 The less confident introvert and why they might emotionally eat. 49:40 Why athletes have a higher likelihood to become emotional eaters after their careers finish. 56:22 The problem with trying to live like David Goggins. 1:00:10 The Dorito Effect and how food companies use your tastebuds against you. 1:04:50 Matty’s methods for helping people overcome emotional eating problems. 1:10:15 Stacking small habits on top of each other to increase likelihood of behaviour change and success.. 1:13:15 How Matty learned about this method through his own personal experiences and therapy after growing up in a violent household. 1:21:20 Game Changers documentary and why going vegetarian might not be as much of a fix as it seems. 1:24:10 Adding weightlifting and meat to your weight loss plan. You can find Matty at his Website: https://mattylansdown.com/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #120 Looking Back to Move Forward with Harps & Maysie: The Rearview Mirror Method | 22 Dec 2024 | 01:10:19 | |
In this Bite Size episode Andrew goes on Craig Harper's podcast The You Project to talk about his regular end of year practice of looking in the rear view mirror to reflect and taking stock of everything that he has accomplished during the year and how he has grown, as well as where he hopes to grow in the future. You can find Craig at his website:https://craigharper.net/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #119 Top 5 Episodes You Couldn’t Stop Listening to in 2024 + What’s to Come in 2025! Andrew May & Shannon Frost | 18 Dec 2024 | 00:42:33 | |
In this podcast Andrew and Shannon discuss: 00:30 Shannon’s shift to being a podcast producer, what Andrew and Shannon have enjoyed about the year and Shannon learning to change her role and let go of her previous responsibilities. 3:35 Andrew’s reflections on the podcast for the year, the abundance of fantastic guests on the podcast and the Wizard’s reflections on the podcast. 8:50 Shannon’s favourite podcast from the year, Angela’s favourite podcasts from the year and the Wizard’s favourite podcast from the year. 12:50 Andrew’s favourite podcast of the year, the 5th most listened to podcast of the year and Andrew and Shannon’s reflections on the podcast. 18:25 the 4th most popular podcast of the year and Andrew and Shannon’s reflections. 20:40 The 3rd most popular podcast of the year and Andrew and Shannon’s reflections. 24:20 The 2nd most popular podcast of the year and Andrew and Shannon’s reflections. 29:35 The most popular podcast of the year, Andrew and Shannon’s reflections and wrapping up the Performance Intelligence Podcast for the year. Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #152: Dr Sarah McKay - The Benefits of Strategic Napping | 15 Dec 2024 | 00:13:10 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #90 Dr Sarah McKay shares her love for having a nap during the day and why doing a bit more research into how it affects your body led to her using it a lot more as a strategic tool. Dr Sarah also gives us some tips on how to strategically nap and some of the benefits you can get from napping properly during the day, ranging from feeling more awake to being even better emotionally regulated. You can find Dr Sarah at her Website: https://drsarahmckay.com/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
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| #118 High Performance RESET: "Why Stress is Fricking Awesome, as Long as You Add Strategic Recovery" - Live Keynote with Andrew May | 11 Dec 2024 | 01:01:40 | |
Step into the room for one of Andrew May's practical keynotes, delivered live during a roadshow for a leading optical retail brand across Australia and New Zealand. This week on the Performance Intelligence Podcast, we’re giving you a front-row seat to experience his sought-after keynote, High Performance RESET. "High Performance is being the best you are capable of as consistently as you are capable of..." This listen is perfect for leaders, teams, and anyone ready to unlock their next level, this keynote is packed with actionable tools to thrive in both work and life. In this episode you'll hear: In this episode Andrew talks about: 3:45 Everyone has an A side and B side, some of the sports teams and organisations Andrew has worked with and some of the struggles optical specialists go through. 9:00 Why you should be able to open up to people in your life, the definition of high performance and what you need to be able to do a high performance reset. 11:55 Energy is on of your most important resources, how energy can impact your sales performance and the balance between stress and recovery 15:30 why the Olympic creed is missing a key word, the day in the life of an athlete and the day in the life of an optical specialist. 18:45 check your body’s current status like an operation game, the daily circadian reset and what a good day as an optical specialist looks like. 25:50 How to use micro recovery breaks, the 3x3x3 downregulation format and some basic breathing exercises to downregulate. 39:45 Shifting your mindset, why so many people lack focus and what mindfulness is. 44:00 The science behind mindfulness, the main pillars of mindfulness and how you can get microdoses of mindfulness throughout the day. 50:10 How world champion athlete Matt Formston uses mindfulness, reverse engineering and a quote from Dr Seuss. Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #151: Luke Hannan - How to Survive Public Speaking + Control the Room | 08 Dec 2024 | 00:13:11 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #93 professional MC Luke Hannan shares his tips on how as a speaker you can control a room, especially when they might be distracted by food or drinks. Luke, Andrew and Angela also share some of their experience with the need for preparation before presenting live and why having even one bad presentation can throw your entire career off its tracks.
Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #117 The Power of Manifesting and Bringing Ideas to Life - Angela Poon & Andrew May | 04 Dec 2024 | 01:08:45 | |
Unlock how to transform thoughts into reality with Andrew and Angela from Performance Intelligence. This episode blends science and art to reveal how purpose, energy, relationships, and action create meaningful results. "Manifestation isn’t about wishful thinking; it’s about combining science, art, and actionable steps to bring your vision to life..." In this episode Andrew and Angela talk about: 01:00 How Andrew has manifested his vision in 4 steps, reflecting on the growth of the business in the past 6 years and how Andrew got his first business advertised on a helicopter and a Ferrari. 13:05 You need to be passionate and have a clear vision for your business, a practical vision board example with Shaun Lane, Andrew growing up loving coaching others and why you need people around you to keep you grounded. 21:10 How Andrew keeps his energy up through deliberately training his physiology, making sure to stack habits to maximise your energy and giving corporate clients clear KPIs and metrics for them to strive for. 27:45 Being very deliberate in downregulating to avoid burnout, using visualisation and imagery in manifestation and the physical effect optimism can have on your brain. 32:45 Examples of famous celebrities who have used manifestation in their careers, have a 1 page clear plan to reach your goal and how relationships can help you manifest your goal. 38:15 How Andrew prioritises his relationships at more than just a surface level, how Ange learned to cultivate good professional relationships and why putting all these tips into your life will help your relationships. 45:25 Narrowing focus in your manifestations and why using the 5 keystone habits is so important 49:30 How someone who doesn’t run a business can use manifestation, what Dr Tom thinks is Andrew’s secret to success and you need to do something different to set yourself apart in the market. 57:40 You need to develop confidence and the 4 step process helps with that, reflect and give yourself a score out of 10 on manifestation and why the end of the year is a great time to do this exercise. Resources mentioned: Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #150: Greg Page - The Early Days Of The Wiggles | 01 Dec 2024 | 00:12:05 | |
In this bite size from episode #96 original Yellow Wiggle Greg Page talks about the early days of The Wiggles and how they realised that until they were able to organise and produce their own shows they wouldn't be able to make much money. Greg also talks about how important it was for the band to always think about the educational aspect of their content first, then the music and then the entrepreneurial or business side of the band in that order. You can find Greg at his Instagram: www.instagram.com/greg_page_yellowwiggle/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #116 The Science of Heart Rate Training & How to Get Better Results in Half the Time - Dr Tom Buckley & Andrew May | 27 Nov 2024 | 01:06:16 | |
Ready to take your fitness to the next level? Measuring heart rate in the body's response to exercise is one of the easiest and most accurate ways of modifying your training program. Dr Tom Buckley returns to discuss how to use science to ensure you are optimising not just training, but also recovery and heart rate. Heart rate training involves monitoring heart rate during exercise and it is through understanding how your heart responds to different intensity that you can tailor workouts to meet specific goals, whether that is fat loss, endurance, speed, or even enhanced cognitive capacity. In this episode Andrew and Dr Tom discuss: 2:30 Using Polar heart rate monitors in the 80s. 5:30 The 5 metrics that underpin Performance Intelligence. 7:15 Where Dr Tom sees heart rate training going in the future. 8:30 Using heart rate as the main metric when training. 12:00 You get the main benefit of heart rate training during recovery. 14:20 Why Heart rate never lies. 16:45 The reliability of different methods of heart rate monitoring. 21:15 What Dr Tom and Andrew recommend you buy to monitor your heart rate. 24:00 The 5 different Heart Rate Zones. 29:00 Dr Tom’s max heart rate as a lifelong athlete. 32:00 Do most of your training in Zone 2. 34:30 Each person has a unique heart rate during training that works for them. 40:00 The 50 50 50 50 rule. 43:50 Don’t train the heart rate monitor, train the person. 44:50 Practical exercise tips for training heart rate. 49:50 Dr Tom’s tips for gym exercises. 53:45 Dr Tom and Andrew’s wrap up. You can find the resources mentioned in the podcast here: https://performanceintelligence.com/all-episodes/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #149: Matty Lansdown - Make An Informed Decision About Going Vegan | 24 Nov 2024 | 00:12:40 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #103 Nutritionist Matty Lansdown sheds a bit of light on why being a vegan might not be the healthy option a lot of people think it is. Matty talks about some of the key nutrients a lot of vegans find themselves lacking. Matty also talks about why a lot of people and animals find themselves filling up on a large amount of carbs when they are unable to hit their protein needs. You can find Matty at his Website: https://mattylansdown.com/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #115 Anthony Seibold - Coaching the Sea Eagles, Building a Winning Team & Training Mental Skills as a Competitive Advantage | 20 Nov 2024 | 01:23:01 | |
This week we’re excited to amplify a recent interview between Anthony Seibold and Tatjana Pandurevic from the Moonshot podcast. We’re sharing this episode because Anthony, as Head Coach of the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles, works closely with Andrew as the team’s Mental Skills Coach. Tatjana uncovers a number of insights into Anthony’s journey and coaching philosophy. “What you do in the gym has to transfer to the field—and it’s the same with mental skills. We’ve worked hard to normalise them in our program, giving players and staff the tools they need to take us to the next level...” In this episode Tatjana and Anthony discuss: 4:20 Anthony’s key takeaways from the last NRL season, how he keeps his team motivated and making sure to build in the fun element. 10:30 How Manly prepped for the finals series, why the mental element of rugby is so important and what a 10/10 week of preparation looks like for the team. 19:15 How to prepare for the chaos of a game day, the experiences that shaped Anthony’s approach to rugby and high performance and how he developed mental resilience. 29:00 The importance of compartmentalising your professional and personal lives, how Anthony transitioned into a coaching role and what Anthony has learned across rugby union and rugby league. 36:00 How to create a program that covers both the team and individuals, why Anthony is so passionate about learning retention and the use of checkpoints to ensure any knowledge has been retained. 48:00 Why Anthony spends so much time prepping for meetings, instilling a mindset of constant improvement and the proudest moment of Anthony’s career. 55:00 Anthony’s hope for his legacy, the best advice Anthony can give for aspiring high performers and Andrew and Tatjana’s reflections. How to get in touch with Tatjana and the Moonshot podcast: Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #148: Craig Harper - Mastering Meta-Perception & Understanding How Others Actually See You | 17 Nov 2024 | 00:24:08 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #102 Craig Harper shares his views on what makes an authentic speaker and why it is so important to be your authentic self, because audiences can tell when you’re putting on a front. Craig also talks about his concept of the 5 facets of you: the public, personal, private, secret and future you and why it can be a good addition to your life if you recognise how you act around different groups of people. You can find Craig at his website:https://craigharper.net/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #114 The Science of Grounding & How Embracing Nature Therapy Improves Performance - Dr Tom Buckley & Andrew May | 13 Nov 2024 | 01:08:05 | |
Grounding has a powerful impact on mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing and we're seeing this reflected in research and practice amongst high performers in the sporting and corporate world. As interest in grounding continues to grow, it’s becoming a key wellness trend, alongside an area of significant scientific study. This week on the Performance Intelligence Podcast, Dr Tom Buckley is back with Andrew May to dive into the latest research, effective techniques, and popular products that you can incorporate into your routine for maximum benefit. In this episode Andrew and Dr Tom discuss: 2:00 Andrew’s executive client started using grounding and the impact of nature on the mind and body. 6:00 Dr Tom’s experience growing up grounding and racing cross country barefoot. 9:15 Negative Ionisation from water colliding and using nature as a type of therapy. 11:40 The difference between earthing and grounding. 16:00 Using grounding in palliative care with terminal patients. 18:30 Different high-performing teams integrate grounding into their daily routines. 21:15 Habit stacking and double dipping on grounding protocols. 23:55 Dr Tom’s use of a grounding blanket and the benefits he gets from it. 28:50 The mental health benefits of grounding. 30:40 The physical health benefits of grounding. 32:30 getting emotional benefits from grounding on top of everything else. 37:05 10 practical tips for grounding. 43:30 Limiting your electronics exposure when grounding. 46:30 Avoid using wireless headphones whenever possible. 49:30 Dr Tom’s change from being sceptical to all-in on grounding. 53:25 PQ & You with Lucy Masters. Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #147: Matt Comyn - CommBank CEO on Essential Wellbeing Metrics, Wearable Tech, and Sustaining High Performance | 10 Nov 2024 | 00:15:35 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #94 Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn shares some of the key metrics he looks at to be able to perform at such a high level as well as some of the ways he uses wearable technology to keep track of those metrics. Matt also talks about how he is able to conserve his energy and switch from one task to another so often while staying on course and not burning out. You can find Matt at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattcomyn/ Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #113 Inside the Mindset of the Fastest Person to Run Around Australia & How Goal Stacking Made it Possible - Sean Bell | 06 Nov 2024 | 01:43:44 | |
Ultra-marathon runner Sean Bell is breaking down the raw and powerful mindset it took to keep moving forward when it was just him against the distance. Sean has become the fastest person to circumnavigate Australia on foot, finishing 13,383km in 158 days, 14 hours and 52 minutes. He averaged 84km per day and broke the existing record by 11 days. Sean pushed past mental and physical limits daily, not just to make history but to make a difference. Fueled by a mission to chase his audacious dreams and inspire others to do the same, Sean’s journey speaks to what’s possible when you commit entirely to a purpose. "Life is all about stages...initially, I never thought I'm going to run around Australia...but hearing [Stu Middleman] story made me believe that maybe I can run a marathon..and so once I achieved that, well then you think what's next?" In this episode Andrew and Sean discuss: 1:50 Sean’s recent move to Sydney, growing up wanting to be an AFL player and the moment that all changed after he ran his first marathon. 6:15 Working hard to achieve your goals, realising that nobody is coming to save you and you should only get a ribbon if you earn it. 10:50 Sean’s mate Joey unexpectedly passing away and the impact that had on Sean’s life, what Sean got out of seeing Tony Robbins live in America and starting to look at what is possible in ultra endurance running. 16:30 Why Sean is so optimistic, pushing past people telling you you’re not good enough and when Sean realised he would have to have a deliberate training plan to be able to run long distances. 22:45 Learning psychological skills through experience, Sean’s purpose and meeting his coach Jase while preparing for a big run. 28:30 The masterclass in goal setting that Sean has gone through, some of the inspirational figures in Sean’s life and running 50 marathons in 50 days to get ready for the run around Australia. 36:15 Some of the training Sean had to do to prepare his body for the run, how he was able to break it down into achievable goals and putting on excess muscle knowing you are going to lose it while running. 41:45 Looking at the requirements for being able to run around Australia and building up to that, the 33% split between physical, psychological and support staff needed to do the run and not wanting to tap out after starting the run. 47:30 Getting a stress fracture 8 weeks out from the run, breaking the run down into 8km segments and the best day of running that Sean had on his journey. 56:30 Running a double marathon every day as a goal, coach Jase’s unfortunate passing just before the run and the wizard’s take outs from the episode so far. 1:04:30 Sean still processing the fact that he was able to achieve his goal, getting support from previous record holders and the challenge of running across Tasmania after running around the mainland. 1:12:30 Sean’s unusual diet on the run, building up mental toughness on the run and the importance of visualisation for Sean’s problem solving on the run. 1:21:55 What Sean is planning to do next, how you can find Sean and Andrew and Shannon’s reflections. You can find Sean at his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanbellruns/?hl=en Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #146: Ken Robertson - How Tough Love Transformed a Seasoned Officer & the Gift of Advice From People Who Don't Like You | 03 Nov 2024 | 00:19:10 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #106 Warrant Officer Ken Robertson shares his story of growth from putting up a tough front that started on the sports field and leaked into his personal and professional life. Ken also talks about how it took him going to someone who didn’t like him to get some honest and direct feedback on what he should change about himself. You can find Ken at his Twitter: https://x.com/seac_adf Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #112 The Hidden Cost of Stress: How a Cancer Diagnosis Transformed this CEO’s Approach to Wellbeing, Leadership and Life - Reini Otter | 30 Oct 2024 | 01:20:54 | |
Reini Otter, CEO of Frasers Property Industrial, one of Australia's market-leading companies. Andrew asks Reini about his unique approach to leadership, health, and resilience, and how his life-changing cancer diagnosis shaped his mindset, sparking a deep commitment to wellbeing. Reini has spent 25 years at Frasers Property, steering logistics and industrial growth across Australia and Europe, all while championing future-ready facilities and a culture of care. “...we want our people to push hard, really hard, you know, it's a competitive industry. But as an employer... what tools are you giving them to succeed? And whilst your surgeon won't say to you, "stress causes cancer", there is absolutely no question that your mental state effects your physical being. Everyone's experienced butterflies! That's a thought, that's lead to a feeling, a chemical change in your body..." In this episode Andrew and Reini discuss: 3:20 How Andrew and Reini first met, Reini’s life-changing cancer diagnosis, and why Dr Tom says Reini has the best Performance Intelligence of any client they have worked with. 6:05 Some key metrics Reini looks at to improve his performance, staying fit for 70, and the importance of having a healthy heart rate. 12:30 Why data isn’t everything when looking at health and performance, opening the door to high performance for others through awareness and education, and Reini’s average weekly exercise. 16:40 Not needing to supplement if you have a good enough diet, creating a positive feedback loop with fasting and where you can start on your wellbeing journey. 20:40 Why Reini is so obsessed with wellbeing, how he was able to cope with his cancer diagnosis, and why this has led to him growing even more in his career. 26:00 How the cancer diagnosis was the start of Reini’s mindfulness practice, focusing on the process when you can’t control the outcome and the vulnerability Reini showed in his article in The Australian. 32:30 Stress is great when you balance it with recovery, work can be addictive and easy to bury yourself in and going deep on the science of performance. 37:00 What is high altitude thinking, it takes a whole organisation to drive workplace culture and have humility as one of your key values. 45:40 Reini’s “you’re the man” moment, being confident in yourself when you can’t control what’s happening externally, and why Reini is now more comfortable with being vulnerable. 51:35 Why opening up about your struggles will make other people more comfortable around you, supporting the Healthy Heads In Trucks And Sheds initiative, and why Reini is so passionate about it. 58:00 Where Reini sees himself and his industry going in the future, where you can find Reini and Dr Tom and Andrew’s reflections. You can find Reini at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reini-otter-331a8439 Looking to streamline your financial goals? Connect with Zack Raad at Fruition Financial. 📅 Book a meeting with Zack: Calendly Link Zack Raad (Credit Representative 555450) is authorised under Australian Credit Licence 389328. Your full financial situation will need to be reviewed prior to acceptance of any offer or product. This podcast is intended as a guide only. No loan approval can be assumed on this basis. All applications remain subject to the specific lenders credit approval criteria.
Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #145: Andrew May & Chris Ashmore - Knowing is not Doing, Unlocking Peak Performance on Master Your Market Podcast | 27 Oct 2024 | 00:39:49 | |
This week’s Bite-Size episode highlights Andrew May’s appearance on the Master Your Market podcast with Chris Ashmore, where they dive into the mindset of elite athletes and how it parallels success in business and life. In this episode Andrew and Chris discuss: Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #111 How Firefighters Manage Pressure, Master State Management, and Frontload for Performance – Sam Monaghan | 23 Oct 2024 | 01:35:56 | |
Ever wondered what it's really like to be a firefighter? Station Officer Sam Monaghan is here talking about Firefighting Tactics for High-Stakes Moments, The Art of State Management, and Upregulating Under Pressure. "A chaotic incident will control you until you can take some kind of decisive steps to control it...and calm sounds like you're being passive...but to me being calm is a very proactive state, to me being calm means I'm going to do what I want when I want..." Sam is a dedicated firefighter and Station Officer with Fire and Rescue NSW, known for his leadership in both daily operations and high-stakes emergencies. Sam was part of the Australian Taskforce deployed to Türkiye in 2023, where his focus on process and resilience was key. In this episode Andrew and Sam discuss: 3:30 How Sam moved from a career in finance to firefighting, dealing with risks in finance compared to risks in firefighting and how similar real world firefighting is to the movie backdraft. 8:15 Shifting your state in a matter of minutes from sleep to fighting a fire, how Sam downregulates and trains real skills with practiced rehearsals. 16:40 How widespread mental skills training is in the fire brigade, the importance of triaging information and how people deal with their own issues their own way. 21:30 Frontloading mental skills in the fire brigade, how Sam trains his imagery and visualisation, and the importance of understanding your team in a high-pressure environment. 30:40 Learning from post-fire reviews, practicing imagery after a fire while it’s still fresh and shifting back to a normal state after stress. 36:20 Journalling or reviewing your day however works best for you, using breathwork in the fire truck to and from a fire and the average day for a firefighter. 42:40 Mark Dobson changing the landscape for first responders, being intentional in switching modes after work and the role of the organisation in helping their workers. 50:30 Being open about seeing a psychologist, the culture change in first responders over the decades, and the shift to more brain training. 56:40 Sam’s experience working rescue in Lebanon after the earthquake, how Sam dealt with the mental strain of a tough environment, and the importance of having a mental support network. 1:07:15 Firefighting being more than just a job to Sam, what a world-class firefighter would look like, and how you recruit for a firefighting job. 1:12:45 how firefighters educate themselves, dealing with imposter syndrome, and Sam’s moment of realising how far he had come in his skills. 1:19:00 Andrew and Dr Tom's reflections. Follow Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-monaghan-1a68b1207/?originalSubdomain=au Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #144: Michael Klim - Rebuilding Identity After Adversity and Overcoming Life's Toughest Challenge | 20 Oct 2024 | 00:19:38 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #105 former gold medal winning Olympian Michael Klim talks about how his CIPD diagnosis shook him to his core and why he had to do a lot of work to rebuild his identity. Michael shares how his old identity had been built around his physicality and achievements and how the people around him were the ones who had to help bring him out of his depression. You can find Michael at his TGI Sport Profile: https://tgisport.com.au/talent/michael-klim/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #110 Surviving a Helicopter Crash, The Power of Tapping the Dark Side, and the 1st Paraplegic to Scale Everest Base Camp - Jay Stevens | 16 Oct 2024 | 01:48:59 | |
Surviving a Heli Crash, The Power of Tapping the Dark Side, and the 1st Paraplegic to Scale Everest Base Camp In 2018, Jay Stevens life took a dramatic turn after a helicopter crash in Uluru left him paralyzed, with doctors telling him he’d never walk again. Despite a severe spinal cord injury and a bleak prognosis, Jay refused to accept his fate. Through sheer grit and an unbreakable mindset, Jay rebuilt his body and life, becoming the first paraplegic to walk to Everest Base Camp without the aid of a wheelchair. His journey is a testament to defying the odds and pushing past life’s toughest barriers. Jay’s story isn’t just about survival; it’s about embracing challenges, harnessing the “dark side” for strength, and proving that limits are meant to be broken. In this episode Andrew and Jay discuss: 2:45 Andrew and Jay’s shared run club, how Jay is doing 6.5 years after his accident and how Jay sees his life as an evolution. 7:15 The story of Jay’s helicopter accident and how he is able to remove the emotion when talking about it, hitting pause on the grief immediately after the accident and throwing himself into the recovery process. 10:15 Jay recovering in a spinal hospital and learning to use his legs again, teaching himself a rehabilitation routine when the experts wouldn’t help and using his hard work mindset to push through the rehab. 16:00 Jay using his sales experience and learning mental resilience from ultra marathon runners, the crushing weight of being away from his family for 7 months and Jay’s kids being the reason he does everything. 20:00 learning to accept some of the darker thoughts around the helicopter crash, how everyone else in the helicopter survived and not being rocked by the smaller things now. 25:00 Jay’s wonderful marriage of 10 years, being part of a generation that is showing more emotions and Jay’s use of EMDR therapy to overcome his PTSD. 35:00 Jay retraining his nervous system to be able to move his legs again, the impact of visualising running around Lake Narrabeen and re learning how to “run” on an exercise bike. 41:30 Being unable to feel your left leg or tell where it is in space, working on the hips to make up for lack of glute muscles and how Jay came up with a method of walking. 46:15 Using fatherhood as a main motivator to recover as well as possible, what fatherhood means to Jay and being able to tap into the dark side to overcome obstacles. 55:00 Growing up in a violent household, using some of the trauma in his past as motivation and travelling over 4 hours a day to get acupuncture during recovery. 1:03:15 Getting off opioids to confront the mental trauma of the helicopter accident, inviting his dad on the Everest trek and getting some positive feedback from him. 1:10:45 Climbing over 5km up to get to Everest base camp, what Jay felt when he got to Everest base camp and where the idea to do the trek came from 1:19:15 Jay’s systems based approach to doing things in life, having a spiritual connection to water and looking back on previous journals from before the helicopter accident. 1:29:45 Getting back into surfing as a method of downregulating, working on becoming a disability surfer similar to Matt Formston and Jay’s favourite NRL team. 1:34:30 Jay’s keynote on tapping in to the dark side, where Jay sees himself in 3 years and the biggest challenges communicating to younger generations. You can find Jay at his Website: https://jaystevenskeynote.org/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #143: Sarah Rusbatch - What Is Grey Area Drinking? and How to Identify if You Are One.. | 13 Oct 2024 | 00:12:48 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #99 grey area drinking expert Sarah Rusbatch explains what exactly grey area drinking is and how you can find out if you might be a grey area drinker or a take it or leave it drinker. Sarah also talks about how some of her clients who were heavy drinkers were unable to have sex with their partners sober, even after decades of marriage. You can find Sarah at her Website: https://sarahrusbatch.com/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #142: Ciaran Gribbin - The Role of Breath and Humming in Boosting Performance | 09 Oct 2024 | 00:18:59 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #101 former INXS lead singer Ciaran Gribbin talks about why breathing and humming are such important parts of music, particularly for singers. Ciaran and Andrew also talk about some of the science behind breathwork and humming and why it can be so good for your confidence and your vocal chords. You can find Ciaran at his website: https://www.ciarangribbin.com/ Rock and Roll Team Building: https://shorturl.at/dmu35 Vibrate Your Mind: https://www.vibrateyourmind.com/ Ciaran is also passionate about WNOW: https://www.wnow.com.au/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #141: Jon Clarke - Combat Jetlag Like a Pro & Optimise Performance through Circadian Rhythm Adaptation | 06 Oct 2024 | 00:18:01 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #98 Manly Sea Eagles head of performance JC shares some of his experience and tips on how you can combat jetlag and travel fatigue starting from the moment you sit down on the plane. As a former athlete himself JC has a wealth of knowledge on how to make sure you can perform at your best when moving across multiple time zones and get off the plane feeling as refreshed as possible. You can find JC at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-clarke-1152a065/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #140: Dr Tom Buckley - The Coffee Debate: Dependency, Health, and Performance | 02 Oct 2024 | 00:16:10 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #83 Andrew and Dr Tom talk all things coffee, starting with is it actually bad for you? Andrew and Dr Tom list of some of the benefits of having the occasional coffee and how it can be used to boost your energy when needed. They also explain why having too much coffee or having coffee at the right time can end up destroying your natural circadian rhythm and stunt your body’s way of making energy over time. To find the resources mentioned in this episode go to: https://www.andrewmay.com/performance-intelligence-with-andrew-may/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #139: Amantha Imber - The Power of Separating Your Personal Brand from Your Business and Why You Should Too | 29 Sep 2024 | 00:11:16 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #80 Dr Amantha Imber tells us how she was able to split her personal brand from that of her business and why that can be so important, particularly for a small business or startup. Amantha also elaborates on how that split helped her form her business Inventium into the success that it is today with its own unique identity separate from her. You can find Dr Amantha at her Website: https://www.amantha.com/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #109 How AI is Transforming the way we Work and Live, and Are You Really Going to Lose Your Job? with Global Expert Dr Alan Thompson | 25 Sep 2024 | 01:16:43 | |
Dr. Alan Thompson is a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), renowned for his pioneering work in human intelligence augmentation and the evolution of integrated AI. With a deep understanding of both AI and human cognition, Alan has advised Fortune 500 companies, governments, and major intergovernmental organisations, including the UN. His cutting-edge research has sparked global discussions on the ethical and philosophical implications of AI, highlighting his forward-thinking approach. Alan’s bestselling book, Bright, has been embraced by families and educators alike, including being made available at Elon Musk’s gifted school. In 2024, a copy of Bright was even launched into space. Outside of work, Alan has an obsession with the olfactory response (smell) and he loves mapping fragrances. In this episode Andrew and Dr Alan discuss: 5:30 What is AI and where modern AI came from. 9:00 The rapid rate of change in AI technology. 10:20 where Dr Alan’s AI journey began. 13:30 Dr Alan’s work with young geniuses in Mensa. 16:25 AI is smarter than anyone alive. 17:15 The Australian Governments recent AI guideline paper. 19:15 Why bother studying if you have AI. 24:15 How Performance Intelligence is using AI in our day top day operations. 27:50 How Dr Alan uses AI live in his keynotes. 31:05 How you can use AI in your business to boost productivity. 38:45 Elon Musk’s upcoming Grok AI model. 42:45 The lack of positive depictions of AI in media. 44:50 The effects of AI on relationships. 49:45 Neuralink becoming more and more of a reality. 51:19 The new household helper robot from 1x Neo. 52:40 The impact of AI on job losses. 1:00:15 What Dr Alan is proudest of. 1:02:30 How people will find purpose without work. 1:05:10 Dr Alan can only look up to 5 months ahead because the rate of change is so quick. 1:07:40 Dr Alan’s love of fragrances and how smells can take you back in time. 1:11:10 Where you can find Dr Alan. You can find Alan at his Website: https://lifearchitect.ai/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #138: Amelia Phillips - Exercises That Will Increase Your Lifespan | 22 Sep 2024 | 00:17:35 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #100 longevity expert Amelia Phillips gives us a list of exercises you can do that are proven to increase your lifespan, from simple cardio to more complex weight lifting. Amelia also talks about some of the steps she took with a former athlete to help him find his purpose and fall back in love with exercise after he retired from swimming. You can find Amelia at her website: https://www.ameliaphillips.com.au/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #108 - A Bunch of Ordinary Men with Extraordinary Stories About Love, Friendship, and Connection with WNOW | 18 Sep 2024 | 01:08:36 | |
Last week on the podcast, we explored the global growth of the WNOW movement (click here to go bak and listen), and in this episode, we’re taking a closer look at the local stories of men in Australia. Co-founder Dave Eccles, and our podcast Wizard, Thomas, woke up early to join the Wednesday morning meet-up at the Maroubra and Bondi Chapters, chatting with the men who gather each week to be part of WNOW. In this episode Andrew, Dave and the guys from WNOW discuss: 4:00 Chris growing up coming from privilege and his journey in recognising that, struggling with isolation but finding solace in WNOW and what makes WNOW unique in its ability to get men to drop their body armour. 14:30 Why Tony (Monty) Burns moved to Australia, the connection with role models that Monty gets from WNOW and finding himself as a better person every Wednesday morning after WNOW. 20:00 Gary’s rough upbringing and traumatic work past, how Gary used to deal with his emotional problems and the benefits Gary gets from dropping his body armour at WNOW. 29:00 Donncha’s journey to dropping his body armour after getting his cancer diagnosis, learning to live in the present and enjoy the now and how Donncha has seen WNOW change people’s lives. 36:15 How Tom came to accept his more sensitive side after his mental health declined, how Tom fell away from WNOW and then came back and some of the reasons Tom loves coming to WNOW. 45:00 Rob’s identity crisis coming out of COVID and how WNOW helped him find himself, falling back in love with fitness and exercise and how coming to WNOW has even helped Rob’s kids. 56:15 Sonny’s love for the community WNOW has given him in Bondi, Sonny’s realisation that he needed the connection that WNOW brings and how WNOW helps Sonny set up his day for success. You can find WNOW at their Website: https://www.wnow.com.au/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #137: Matty Lansdown - Matty's Methods For Overcoming Emotional Eating | 15 Sep 2024 | 00:15:29 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #95 Matty Lansdown walks us through the steps he would take when coaching someone to deal with their emotional eating, Matty explains that to begin with you don’t have to make any changes, just build a bit of self awareness.
Matty then sheds a bit of light on his traumatic past and how he has come to this method of helping people lose weight and control their emotional eating after facing his trauma and overcoming it. You can find Matty at his Website: https://mattylansdown.com/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #107 - Why WNOW Is the Community Men Need and their Inspiring Story About Global Expansion - Tadhg Kennelly + Dave Eccles | 11 Sep 2024 | 01:10:26 | |
WNOW is a community of men who meet weekly to support each other in a fun way and explore what it means to be a better man, tackling challenges together and focusing on improving their mental, physical, and emotional health to be the best role model they can be for themselves and all those around them. Founders, Tadhg Kennelly and Dave Eccles, emphasize the power of media and leveraging past achievements to drive awareness for essential causes. Listen to the full episode to discover the inspiring journey of WNOW and how you can get involved. In this Episode Andrew and the boys from WNOW discuss: 2:00 Tadhg’s recent trip to Europe, the phenomenal growth of WNOW and Tadhg feeling comfortable using his name to promote a cause. 7:30 Dave’s commitment to being a vegetarian, Tadhg’s interview about WNOW on channel 7 and a recap of how WNOW started. 15:00 The growing loneliness stats, how Tadhg had to shift his identity after retiring from playing and then losing his job and trying to connect more with his Mum. 24:30 Dave’s astonishment by the amount of different people they get at WNOW, their aspiration for WNOW to be the largest men’s health charity in the world and overcoming people telling them they can’t do this. 31:00 WNOW looking for a big sponsor to help spread the message, an update on Andrew’s dad and why men have trouble saying I love you. 41:20 Why Steve set up a WNOW chapter in the US, the purpose of WNOW being it’s beating heart and church is currently the only other community available to many small town Americans. 48:10 Why Hamish’s WNOW chapter in New Zealand is so successful, the tragic backstory of why it started and feeling like you’re a part of something much bigger. 54:30 Starting a WNOW chapter in Ireland after resonating with the message of dropping your body armour, how Steven plans on growing the chapter through community engagement and why WNOW is like a women’s group but for men. You can find WNOW at their Website: https://www.wnow.com.au/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #136: Greg Page OG Yellow Wiggle - Discovering Spirituality with Psychic Medium John Edward & Identity Beyond Fame | 08 Sep 2024 | 00:13:29 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #96 original yellow Wiggle Greg Page joins the podcast and talks about how after years of performing on stage and screen he was able to form a personal identity separate from how he appeared when performing.
Greg also explains a bit about how the psychic medium John Edwards was a key part of helping him form that identity and lead him to a greater understanding of his own spirituality and where he saw his place in the universe. You can find Greg at his Instagram: www.instagram.com/greg_page_yellowwiggle/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #106 Training Social Mastery & Leadership with the Advisor to the Chief of the Defence Force - Warrant Officer Ken Robertson, OAM | 04 Sep 2024 | 01:31:39 | |
Ken Robertson is the Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of Defence Force Australia and is on the podcast this week sharing his journey from a disciplined military background to realising the importance of authenticity in leadership. He reflects on how his competitive nature and ego initially hindered his relationships and career, and how an intervention by friends and family prompted him to change. In this episode Andrew, Angela Poon and Ken discuss: 3:30 Ken growing up just outside of Perth, Joining the military after watching Top Gun and Ken’s dad and careers advisor pushing him to join a more disciplined organisation. 08:45 Ken’s advice for anyone wanting to join the military, what it is that makes the military feel like a family and why Ken feels it is important to have a social media presence. 20:00 Ken’s transformation from ego to authenticity, the dangers of white line fever spilling into the rest of your life and the intervention his friends and family staged to challenge his competitive nature. 29:00 Where you can start if you want to make similar changes to Ken, seeking honest feedback from people who don’t like you and doing something uncomfortable to grow. 36:00 Appreciation for military's evolving focus on emotional intelligence and social mastery, contrasting with its past disregard, the importance of healthy conflict and what Ange thought of Andrew when they first started working together. 48:00 Leaders need to realise they’re not the expert at everything, creating an environment where people can talk openly and the challenge the military has with feedback in a rigid command structure. 54:30 Ken’s thoughts on the concept of leadership vs followership, how Ken strives to control his emotions and his interest in studying health and wellbeing. 1:04:30 Ken’s imposter syndrome, how he manages to balance work and family life and how Ken uses his drive time to practise shifting his state. 1:13:00 finding ways of communicating effectively with younger generations in the workplace, how Andrew and Ange would improve the militaries recruitment process and you have to work hard for the good things. 1:23:40 Combatting loneliness in the military, the military has changed a lot in 30 years and why Ken believes in giving blood regularly. You can find Ken at his Twitter: https://x.com/seac_adf Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #135: Dr Sarah McKay - The Science of Teen Brain Development & Reframing Expectations | 01 Sep 2024 | 00:13:50 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #90 neuroscientist Dr Sarah McKay talks about why she thinks society should be more forgiving of teenagers and their behaviour as they grow and learn. Dr Sarah compares teenagers going through puberty to newborn infants, why do are we so accepting of children learning and making mistakes while their bodies and brain develop but we don’t afford that same courtesy to teenagers going through something very similar. You can find Dr Sarah at her Website: https://drsarahmckay.com/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| #105 Michael Klim - Overcoming Loss of Identity and Taking On the Race of His Life | 28 Aug 2024 | 01:18:23 | |
In this episode we dive deep with Australian swimming legend, Michael Klim! 🏅 Michael has just released a new book called Klim, sharing his journey of resilience, reinvention, and purpose. And it’s not the normal type of book an athlete writes when they finish competing – it is deep, it is reflective, it is sometimes emotional, it is raw, it is real. Michael told me writing this book has been a big part of his healing journey. "I was in denial about what I was about to embark on and...a sense of grief because I was losing an identity that was probably very dear to me and one that I relied on...my entire life...that was slowly being taken away..." Michael recently founded the Klim Foundation to support others with CIDP and to promote research for new treatments. He lives in Bali with his partner Michelle and their three children, Stella, Rocco, and Frankie. In this episode Andrew and Michael discuss: 4:20 The unexpected turn Michael’s life has taken since 2020, an explanation of CIPD and Michael’s life up until his diagnosis. 11:50 Some of Michael’s swimming regrets and how he took some of the wrong lessons into business, how Michael’s Dad influenced his life and why Michael felt out of place as a child. 17:40 Michael’s Dad’s way of dealing with bullies, how Michael feels about some of his missed gold medal chances and the infamous Daniel Kowalski and Kieren Perkins story from Michael’s perspective. 26:20 How Michael came about his diagnosis and learned to live with it, how Michael dealt with the loss of his physicality based identity and some of the ways Michael rebuilt his identity. 39:30 How Michael wrote his book with the help of a journalist, talking to the Australian Olympic team before Paris and learning to put your hand up and ask for help. 51:30 What Michael sees when he looks in the mirror, how Michael accepted the change in his future and a touching moment Michael had teaching children at his swim school. 58:15 Michael finding his purpose, the wheel of wellbeing and what Michael would say to someone going through similar challenges. 1:06:25 How Michael rebuilt his connection with his kids, where Michael sees himself in 5 years and where you can find him. You can find Michael at his TGI Sport Profile: https://tgisport.com.au/talent/michael-klim/ Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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| Bite Size #134: Shaun Lane - Game-Changing Lessons from 3 Elite Mentors | 25 Aug 2024 | 00:15:43 | |
In this Bite Size from episode #91 Globetrotting NRL superstar Shaun Lane recalls some of the fantastic advice he was given by 3 different high performers and coaches across Europe who, while they are involved in different sports are also full of knowledge that can help his NRL skills.
Shaun also talks about Owen Eastwood who, while Shaun wasn’t able to interview him, has provided a huge insight into the culture of his fellow Pacifica players and how he can better relate to them. You can find Shaun at his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slane_94/?hl=en Or send him an email at: Slane_1994@hotmail.com Watch the Out Of My Lane Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5MIhqGRbYo&t=1447s Use Code "PIPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/ Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/
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