E41 - Carl Frampton: Making your dream a reality

In this enlightening conversation, Sarina Wiegman offers a profound perspective on what it means to be a successful coach, leader, and advocate for women in football.This conversation was recorded at a sold out High Performance event in Sarina’s only UK appearance. Sarina Wiegman is the coach that took the Lionesses to victory at Euro 2020. During this conversation, Sarina takes Jake and Damian through her career and the biggest lessons she has learnt along the way. From cutting her hair off at six years old so she could play football with the boys, to coaching a Euros winning team. They discuss what good leadership looks like and how personal connection with players and mutual understanding is top priority. Sarina offers her one key piece of advice to coaches, parents and leaders.She delves into the plan she made for the Lionesses that shaped them into a winning team, whilst focusing on her key values; respect, growth and clarity. Not only do they discuss Sarina’s career in football, Jake and Damian also explore the greatest lessons from her personal life, including the benefits of silence and meditation, and her relationship with grief after the loss of her sister. Sarina’s focus on people and her ability to connect and empower others serve as powerful lessons for anyone seeking to excel in their field and create positive change.Listen to the exclusive live audience Q&A with Sarina only on the High Performance App! Download The High Performance App by clicking the link below and using the code: HPAPP https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/app-link Find Sarina’s book ‘What It Takes: My Playbook on Life and Leadership’ here: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/what-it-takes-sarina-wiegman/7579177 This interview was recorded in front of a live audience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

13 Nov 202358min

Next week (20/11/2023) is Anti-Bullying Week, a scheme created by the Anti-Bullying Alliance to raise awareness and to prevent bullying. Jake and Damian reflect on previous guest conversations they’ve had about bullying and share their own experiences. Author and inspiration speaker, Vex King, opens up about witnessing an assault on his family and the lasting impact it had on him. They also explore how you can be a bully without even knowing it, listening back to the conversation they had with Courtney Black.They also explore the conversations had with Russell Kane, Pippa Grange and Ashley Cain and their experiences with bullying.This conversation asks you to consider how you can change your actions for the better and help others who are suffering with the impacts of bullying. Find more on Anti-Bullying Week here: https://anti-bullyingalliance.org.uk/anti-bullying-week-2023-make-noise-about-bullying Learn more about JAAQ: https://jaaq.org/ Listen to the episodes mentioned:Vex King: https://pod.fo/e/1227f6 Russell Kane: https://pod.fo/e/126451 Courtney Black: https://pod.fo/e/15a903 Ashley Cain: https://pod.fo/e/18aebc Pippa Grange: https://pod.fo/e/10bc10 Download The High Performance App by clicking the link below and using the code: HPAPP https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/app-link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10 Nov 202319min

This episode explores how by mastering the basics, we can unlock the secrets to living life in ‘easy mode’.Shane Parrish is a former spy, founder of Farnam Street and author of ‘Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results’. Jake, Damian and Shane discuss why it is crucial to do the basics right. By analysing our four default modes; Emotion, Ego, Social and Inertia, Shane studies how we can ensure we are thinking clearly. Positioning is a key focus of Shane’s work; he describes to Jake and Damian how by positioning ourselves, eating well, getting enough sleep and exercising, we can improve our lives.The conversation delves into the core of optimising performance, both individually and in a team setting. Shane shares how he effectively manages a team, especially people who don’t want to do hard work. He explains his motto, "outcome over ego," and why this has transformed his personal and professional life. Whilst discussing how to live a happier life, Shane describes the lessons he’s learnt from people nearing the end of their lives. He explains how we can all lead a life more aligned with our goals, and how to find out what our true motivations are.This is a deep dive into the psychology of high performance and clear thinking, and reveals how small changes can lead to monumental results in life and leadership.Find Clear Thinking here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/clear-thinking-turning-ordinary-moments-into-extraordinary-results-shane-parrish/19635288 Download The High Performance App by clicking the link below and using the code: HPAPP https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/app-link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6 Nov 20231h 4min

Jake and Damian explore the archives as Damian shares his favourite lessons from Norwegian football manager Ole Gunnar Solskjær.They reflect on where Ole’s motivation came from and the biggest lessons his father taught him. Whilst he is now known for his football management skills, Ole was also an elite footballer and talented striker, being regarded as one of the “ultimate finishers”.They discuss how Ole reframed the challenges of being a striker, and the advice he received from Sir Alex Ferguson and Danny Welbeck.Listen to the full episode with Ole: https://pod.fo/e/21718Download The High Performance App by clicking the link below and using the code: HPAPP https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/app-link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 Nov 202310min

Danny Drinkwater joins us on High Performance, taking this opportunity to announce his retirement from professional football. After an almost 20 year career, Danny takes some time to look back on his accomplishments, greatest lessons and biggest challenges.After rising through the Youth Academy at Manchester United, Danny played for some of the country’s biggest clubs, including Chelsea, Aston Villa, and Leicester City. He takes Jake and Damian through his football career; from sitting on the bench at Manchester United aged 18, to being a key part of Leicester City’s Premier League winning squad. He shares the emotional rollercoaster of winning the Premier League, as well as the painful moment his Euro's opportunity was taken away. Having worked with legendary figures like Cristiano Ronaldo, Sir Alex Ferguson and Claudio Ranieri, Danny reflects on how they inspired and challenged him, both in his career and personal life. Danny delves into what he believes makes a great football manager, emphasising the significance of personal management to bring out the best in players and build team momentum. They also discuss Danny’s difficult reality with mental health struggles, including dealing with rejection after new offers failed to materialise. Reflecting on his lowest point when he was arrested for drink-driving in 2019, Danny highlights the importance of mental health care and finding practical solutions to unhappiness.This is a conversation about personal growth, overcoming the darkest moments and moving to a brighter future.Download The High Performance App by clicking the link below and using the code: HPAPP https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/app-link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30 Okt 20231h 9min

In October, Jake and Damian spoke to a wide variety of guests, including a chef, philosopher, and physicist. Jake and Damian take some time to reflect on they key lessons and biggest take-aways from each guest, including why we should embrace being wrong with Professor Brian Cox and why we should aim for averageness with Alain de Botton. With Alain they also discuss parenting, how to have a successful relationship and what high performance really means. Both Professor Brian Cox and Alain de Botton challenged Jake and Damian’s understanding of high performance.Although both known for their work in the kitchen, Gordon Ramsay and Delia Smith offered very different learnings from their episodes. Gordon shares how he has pushed through life’s challenges to reach his best moments. Delia emphasises to Jake and Damian the importance of community building and how connection can improve our lives. Listen to the episodes mentioned:Professor Brian Cox: https://pod.fo/e/1f3c55 Alain de Botton: https://pod.fo/e/1f5db0 Delia Smith: https://pod.fo/e/1f82be Gordon Ramsay: https://pod.fo/e/1fa614 Download The High Performance App by clicking the link below and using the code: HPAPP https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/app-link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27 Okt 202315min

On this episode: a rare and poignant conversation on the life, aspirations, and motivations of chef and TV icon, Gordon Ramsay.“I don’t want to stay in my lane, I want to own my lane”Gordon Ramsay is a chef, restaurateur and television presenter, known for Kitchen Nightmares, Masterchef and Hell’s Kitchen. In this conversation, Gordon delves deep into what really drives him, how to cultivate a winning mindset and the most crucial lessons from his career so far. He shares with Jake and Damian how growing up in a challenging household, living in 15 different homes and a difficult relationship with his father, instilled in him a sense of purpose. After suffering a career-ending football injury as a teenager, Gordon found his passion for the culinary arts. He discusses how he found the strength and resilience to pick himself back up from such a setback. Alongside his career developments, Gordon also shares the key to strong and successful family relationships. He highlights the importance of commitment and making time, even during the heights of his career. Gordon also speaks candidly about the experience of losing a child and how he and his partner have dealt with the trauma, focusing on the basis of their relationship: friendship.Looking ahead, Gordon considers his future goals, including the pursuit of a third Michelin Star in France, which he regards as his final swan song in the culinary world. Despite his remarkable achievements across a forty-year career, Gordon and his team are far from finished.Warning: There is swearing in this episode. Download The High Performance App by clicking the link below and using the code: HPAPP https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/app-link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

23 Okt 20231h 8min

Jake and Damian re-wind the clock to when they spoke to FBI negotiator Chris Voss. In this discussion Chris explains how techniques used in kidnapping negotiations can be used in our everyday lives. Jake shares how Chris’ teachings from this episode helped him to communicate with his wife, children, colleagues and even himself. They reflect on some of the key missions in Chris’ career and how you can become an expert communicator. Listen to the full episode with Chris here: https://pod.fo/e/d5dfb Download The High Performance App by clicking the link below and using the code: HPAPP https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/app-link Pre-order our new book 'How To Change Your Life' https://linktr.ee/howtochangeyourlife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20 Okt 202315min