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, inspired nations, and achieved greatness.
Whether you're building confidence, breaking through barriers, or discovering your purpose, Lead on Purpose is your guide to turning challenges into opportunities and ambitions into achievements.
Episodes
444 episodes
Barry LaBov on The Differentiation Secret That Built Harley-Davidson
Order my new book Habits of High Performers here → www.thehabitbook.comIn this episode, I sit down with Barry LaBov, award-winning author of The Power of Differentiation
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Crocodiles, Conflict and Extreme Medicine with Mark Hannaford
Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com In this episode, I sit down with Mark Hannaford, founder of Wor...
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Why I Refuse to Settle (and How You Can Too)
Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.comIn this solo episode, I’m opening up about what’s been happening be...
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The Method to use to build trust fast with Noel Massie
Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if the real test of leadership is not title but integrity?...
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The Real Reason Your Brand Isn’t Growing with Mark Lester
Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if your brand’s real growth lever isn’t features but happi...
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How to create a cult-like team with Jon Gordon
Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if your team’s real advantage isn’t talent but connection?...
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Dr Darshan Shah: The 3 Blood Tests That Can Save Your Life
Order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if you could take control of your health the same way a CE...
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7 Habits to Completely Transform Your Life in 12 Months
Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.comIn this solo episode, I’m celebrating a milestone that’s been years...
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Why Most People Burn Out (and How to Avoid It) with Shelly Tygielski
Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What would you do if your life began with a kidnapping? For...
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One NZ CEO Jason Paris on Elon Musk, AI Innovation & the Power of Creativity in Business
Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if the secret to high performance isn’t balance—but...
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How to Live Longer and Stronger: Bill Gifford on Outlive, Peter Attia, and Healthspan Habits
Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if your healthspan, not your lifespan, was your gre...
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The People Shaping Me This Month : Lessons From Unexpected Places
Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.comIn this solo episode, I’m sharing something a little different....
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Why SMART Goals Are Failing You | Caroline Adams Miller on the Science of Big Goals
Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if we’ve been taught to set goals the wrong way all...
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From Black Belt to Mind Coach: Renzie Hanham’s Red to Blue Framework Unpacked
Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if joy, not pressure, is the real marker of success...
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1:1 The ultimate advice for every 20 year old
Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.comIn this 1:1 episode, I’m unpacking the 3 biggest lessons I’d give m...
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The Relentless Habits That Made Hamish Kerr an Olympic Champion
Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if winning gold isn’t about talent—but about trust?
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Why doing less could make you more money
Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.comIn this 1:1 episode, I’m sharing a mindset shift that can change ev...
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Simon Sinek’s Former Chief on What Great Leaders Get Wrong (with Monique Helstrom)
Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if the key to your next level isn’t you, but the pe...
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A Sneak Peak inside my new book
Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.comIn this 1:1 episode, I’m sharing a short excerpt from one of the ch...
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Why Success Isn’t Enough: Jehan Casinader on Mental Health, Burnout & Rewriting Your Life
Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com What if the story you’ve been telling yourself… isn’t true?...
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4 Powerful Ways to Elevate People Around You
Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.comIn this 1:1 episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of an event I...
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3 Hidden Signs of ADHD You’re Probably Ignoring (with Skye Waterson)
Pre-order my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com Think ADHD is just for kids? Think again....
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5 Best Books to Read in 2025 (That Will Change Your Life)
Grab a copy of my new book Habits of High Performers here - www.thehabitbook.com5 Best Books to Read in 2025 (That Will Change Your Life)
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