Podcast: The High Performance
Published Date:
Fri, 29 Sep 2023 00:00:27 GMT
Duration:
22:14
Explicit:
False
Guests:
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In September Jake and Damian chatted to a number of sports guests, but the conversations were far from sport centred. Each guest offered great learnings from their lives, including creating culture, what makes a great leader and how to be more present everyday.
They reflect on the conversation they had with Ryder Cup legends Luke Donald, Sam Torrance and Paul McGinley about their leadership styles and why Paul and Sam didn’t pick Luke to be in their team in 2014. Jake and Damian discuss Will Still’s open and authentic leadership style.
Jake and Damian had an honest and emotional conversation with Steve Hansen, the previous All Blacks' coach, on the hidden cost of high performance. Another vulnerable discussion was had with Paralympian David Smith MBE, who is currently dealing with the effects of a rare and invasive tumour. With David they consider the true importance of life.
The conversations that took place this month were reminders to take a pause and try to stay present.
Listen to the episodes mentioned:
Will Still: https://pod.fo/e/1ea4ea
Steve Hansen: https://pod.fo/e/1ecdda
David Smith MBE: https://pod.fo/e/1ef288
Ryder Cup Roundtable: https://pod.fo/e/1f190f
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### Summary of the Podcast Episode: High Performance Podcast ###
**Key Themes:**
* Conversations with sports guests focused on life lessons beyond sports.
* The importance of creating a culture where people can thrive.
* Authenticity and vulnerability as powerful leadership qualities.
* The hidden cost of high performance and the need for balance.
* Savoring the moment and living in the present.
**Guests and Topics:**
* **Ryder Cup Roundtable:** Luke Donald, Sam Torrance, Paul McGinley on leadership styles and team dynamics.
* **Will Still:** Authentic and open leadership style, embracing individuality within the team.
* **Steve Hansen:** The hidden cost of high performance and the emotional toll on coaches and athletes.
* **David Smith:** Dealing with recurring cancer, finding happiness through challenges, and the importance of living in the present.
**Key Insights and Quotes:**
* "Authenticity is a powerful virtue that Will demonstrated." - Jake Humphrey
* "I'm just doing my best and I'll get things wrong...it's nice that we spoke to Will at this point in his career because I tell you I've interviewed many many many Premier League top flight football managers and they've gone beyond that moment where they're brave enough to say I'll get things wrong..." - Damien Hughes
* "I think that we have footballers playing rigidly and fearfully because they know the scrutiny that comes with the game..." - Jake Humphrey
* "At some point the team needs you to allow them to try something different. Yeah. And you just know it's time. So pull the trigger and get out." - Steve Hansen
* "I don't want to die. And it's scary and to deal with it and know that it's going to happen again there has to be a level of acceptance of mortality within it all and just to make peace with that." - David Smith
**Overall Message:**
The podcast emphasizes the value of authenticity, vulnerability, and finding balance in pursuit of high performance. It reminds listeners to appreciate the present moment and connect with others meaningfully.