Habits of High Performers Podcast with James Laughlin
Habits of High Performers is a podcast for people who want to win at life without burning out or losing what matters most.
Each week, James Laughlin sits down with world class performers including prime ministers, elite athletes, billionaires, founders, and cultural leaders to uncover the habits, thinking patterns, and daily disciplines that drive sustained success.
These are not hype driven conversations. They are practical, grounded, and deeply human. The focus is on what actually works when it comes to performance, health, leadership, relationships, and meaning.
Hosted by James Laughlin, author of the #1 best selling book Habits of High Performers, high performance leadership coach, keynote speaker, and seven time world champion drummer, the show distils lessons from the world’s best into simple, actionable tools you can apply immediately.
If you want to perform at a high level, live with intention, and build a life you do not need to escape from, this podcast is for you.
Habits of High Performers Podcast with James Laughlin
The 10 Leadership Rules That Transformed a Dysfunctional Culture | Kyle McDowell
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In a world where toxic workplaces are the norm, Kyle McDowell is leading a values-first revolution.
Kyle spent decades inside Fortune 10 companies—leading tens of thousands of people—and what he learned will change how you lead forever.
In this conversation, we explore his framework for transforming culture and leadership through The 10 WEs—a set of radical, clear, and actionable principles that drive high performance from the inside out.
But this isn't just about better leadership at work—Kyle's approach impacts how you show up in life, relationships, and the world around you.
What we cover:
- The biggest leadership lessons Kyle learned from toxic bosses
- Why leading 20 people is no different from leading 20,000
- The true cost of toxic culture—and how it kills innovation
- The 10 WEs: the foundation for values-based leadership
- How to own mistakes, pick each other up, and lead by example
- The danger of rewarding busyness over outcomes
- Why real culture change starts with the leader
- The power of authenticity and relatability to build trust
- How these principles apply at home, not just at work
Whether you're a CEO, coach, manager, or parent—this episode will challenge how you think about leadership and give you tools to lead with purpose and integrity.
This episode was proudly sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can contact them here - https://www.nzmortgages.co.nz
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James Laughlin is a High Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and an Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in Christchurch, New Zealand.
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