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Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin

Guiding you toward a life of purpose, progress, and personal growth. Each week, James interviews world-class thinkers, including prime ministers, Olympic gold medalists, billionaires, and visionaries, to uncover the habits, tools, and mindsets that drive meaningful success.Hosted by James Laughlin—a 7-time world champion drummer, sought-after keynote speaker, and high-performance leadership consultant—this podcast brings you conversations with extraordinary individuals who have shaped industries,

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64:06

Why High Performers Win Big and Still Feel Empty with...

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2026/01/11

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goal In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Dr Jack Groppel, co founder of the Human Performance Institute, to explore the hidden cost of achievement, and what it really takes to win in your career without losing yourself and the people you love. What we cover: The “watch me” drive, people pleasing, and how early approval seeking fuels ambitionWhy world class achievement can mask insecurity, and the persona...

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57:27

The Money Framework the Wealthy Use with Chris Naugle

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2026/01/06

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Chris Naugle to unpack why money feels awkward for so many people, and how to shift from scarcity and stress into clarity and control. What we cover: Why money feels scarce, and how wealth starts with creation and solving other people’s problemsRich vs wealthy, and why looking successful often means living on credit and giving it all backGiving as a practical money...

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65:33

Is Social Media Harming Your Kids? What Every Parent...

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2026/01/04

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Cecilia Robinson, serial entrepreneur and Co chair of B416 (Before 16), to unpack what’s driving the youth mental health crisis and what parents can do about it. - Why is anxiety rising so fast in young people? - What happens when we over protect kids in the real world and under protect them online? - How do you raise independent, resilient kids in a sm...

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7:49

The Framework for Making 2026 Your Best Year Yet

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2026/01/03

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals I’m breaking down my exact goal-setting system and the annual planning method I use with my private clients to help them stop starting over and actually follow through. This episode is about clarity, alignment and action. Not hype. Not motivation. And not beating yourself up when things don’t go to plan. I walk you through the thinking behind my annual reset process and explain how to reflect on the past year with...

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39:35

How to run a business with your spouse - our year in...

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/12/21

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with my partner in life and business, Caroline, for a conversation we usually have off camera. We look back on 2025 and reflect on what really went well, what didn’t, and the lessons we’ve learned from running a business together while building a life together. We talk openly about growth, pressure, boundaries, clarity, and why success often looks very different beh...

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61:28

The Real Cause of Back Pain and What Actually Works

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/12/14

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with former Olympic Team Physiotherapist and author of The Back Fix, Antony Bush, to explore some big questions. Why do one in five of us suffer chronic pain? Why is back pain now the world’s greatest disability? How does movement and strength shape our pain, happiness and even mortality? Antony breaks down what it means to be an analog creature struggling i...

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46:48

Could You Pass Special Forces Selection? with Simon...

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/12/07

Join me at the 2026 Goal-setting Workshop here - jjlaughlin.com/2026goals In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with former UK Special Forces operator and performance coach Simon Jefferies to unpack how to perform under pressure without burning out. From surviving brutal SBS selection to building simple systems for state control, mindset and habits, Simon shares how anyone can train their mind like an elite operator. What we cover: Why fewer than ten percent pass UK Special Force...

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49:44

Your Greatest Wins Are Built on Failure with Jim Harshaw

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/11/30

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with former All American wrestler and high performance coach Jim Harshaw Jr to unpack what it really takes to go from good to great without burning out. From a blue collar upbringing to the NCAA podium and training as an Olympic hopeful, Jim shares how he rebuilt his entire life through structure, coaching and an environment of excellence. What we cover: Jim’s j...

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45:41

ADHD, Time Blindness and Procrastination with ADHD...

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/11/23

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with ADHD coach Sharon from The Functional Family to unpack what ADHD really is, why the old labels do more harm than good, and how leaders can create environments where neurodivergent people actually thrive. With over 20 years of study, formal ADDCA training, and the lived experience of raising three boys with ADHD, Sharon blends science, systems, and humour ...

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17:16

Growth Starts When You Stop Being the Smartest in the...

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/11/19

Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this solo episode, I am sharing lessons from my recent time in Hong Kong, Singapore and Fiji, and what I am learning from leaders, innovators and real world conversations on the ground. From delivering keynotes to sitting with the head of Meta for Asia Pacific over lunch, this episode is about mindset, growth and staying curious. In this episode, you will discover: Why a possibilitarian mindset is a co...

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46:36

How to rank #1 on ChatGPT with Kasim Aslam

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/11/16

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I chat with Kasim about AEO and how it's changing the way we get found online. We also dive into hiring, as he shares his seven step system for finding top performers anywhere in the world. We wrap up with a powerful reminder to stop overthinking and just ship it. What we cover: How AEO differs from SEO and why personal authority now matters mostWhy schema markup and social ...

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49:55

How AI Can Help Your business Grow Faster (No Tech...

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/11/09

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com Replace guesswork with data and make your ads pay for themselves. In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Hikari of Omneky, an AI-powered platform that turns creative and performance data into higher return on ad spend across every major channel. Based in the Bay Area and building in AI since 2018, Hikari shares a clear, human take on what to do now, what to ignore, and how to use agents and automati...

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43:00

How to build high-performing teams with Award-winning...

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/11/02

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com Replace the meeting after the meeting with real talk in the room. In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Keith Ferrazzi — New York Times bestselling author of Never Eat Alone and Never Lead Alone, world-renowned executive team coach, and one of the foremost experts on collaboration and leadership transformation. Keith has coached some of the world’s top organisations, from Fortune 100 companies to g...

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60:55

The #1 Thing You Need to Stop Measuring to Start...

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/10/26

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if your team’s biggest problem isn’t what’s said — it’s what’s left unsaid? In this episode of Lead on Purpose, I sit down with Steven Gaffney, author of Unconditional Power and creator of the CHAT framework for consistently high achieving teams. We unpack why honesty, emotional safety, and proactive communication are the foundations of real performance — not just effort. We cover: The hidden cost of wi...

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54:28

Dr Paul Taylor: Why “Healthy” Foods Are Making You Fat

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/10/19

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if your health span is shrinking because life got too comfortable? In this episode of Lead on Purpose, I sit down with Dr Paul Taylor to unpack Death by Comfort. We get practical about ultra-processed foods, protein-first meals, and movement habits that rewire your metabolism, brain, and daily energy. Simple, science-backed tools you can use today. We cover: What ultra-processed foods are, the NOVA syst...

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38:26

Barry LaBov on The Differentiation Secret That Built...

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/10/05

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here → www.thehabitbook.com In this episode, I sit down with Barry LaBov, award-winning author of The Power of Differentiation and brand strategist who has worked with Harley-Davidson, Audi, and other global icons. What you will take from this episode: The #1 myth about personal branding and what to do insteadA simple way to uncover your unique differentiationWhy doing less, with focus, builds loyalty and trustHow Harley-Davidson turned custom...

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71:56

Crocodiles, Conflict and Extreme Medicine with Mark...

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/09/28

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this episode, I sit down with Mark Hannaford, founder of World Extreme Medicine, to explore a life spent leading medical teams in the world’s harshest environments. Mark shares frontline lessons from Ukraine, expeditions gone sideways, and what it really takes to deliver high level care when resources are low and risk is high. What you will take from this episode: How to lead specialists under pressure wi...

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13:19

Why I Refuse to Settle (and How You Can Too)

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/09/24

Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this solo episode, I’m opening up about what’s been happening behind the book, the stages, and the lessons I’ve been learning along the way. From standing on stages across New Zealand, to conversations with world leaders, to the launch of my book hitting number one, it’s been a big month and I want to share what it really feels like on the inside. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why refusing to settl...

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52:31

The Method to use to build trust fast with Noel Massie

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/09/21

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if the real test of leadership is not title but integrity? In this episode of Lead on Purpose, I sit down with Noel Massie, former UPS executive who led hundreds of thousands of people, to unpack practical leadership you can use on the floor today. We dig into servant leadership, the four by five method, and how integrity, ethics, and intentionality turn managers into coaches who truly influence behaviour. ...

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59:21

The Real Reason Your Brand Isn’t Growing with Mark...

Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin ·

2025/09/14

Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if your brand’s real growth lever isn’t features but happiness? In this episode of Lead on Purpose, I sit down with Mark, co-founder of Squint Consulting, to unpack why we are living through an unhappiness crisis and how the smartest brands grow by deliberately creating happier customers and happier teams. We explore the simple model behind happy brands and how it reshapes products, pricing, and culture. ...

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