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 Relentless Habits That Made Hamish Kerr an Olympic Champion
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What if winning gold isn’t about talent—but about trust?
In this episode, I sit down with Olympic high jump champion Hamish Kerr—New Zealand’s first-ever gold medalist in the event.
We unpack what really sets elite performers apart: not just relentless work ethic, but the mindset, habits, and team behind them.
Hamish shares the unfiltered truth about what it takes to win on the world stage—and how he almost walked away from it all.
We dive into:
- The mental routine Hamish uses before every major competition
- Why trust—not talent—is the real key to gold
- How world-class athletes handle post-competition emptiness
- The power of building the right team (even in an individual sport)
If you’re serious about levelling up—in business, sport, or life—this conversation will show you how to raise the bar. Literally.
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- If you’re interested in having me deliver a keynote or workshop for your team contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.com
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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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- If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.com