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.
Lead on Purpose with James Laughlin
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?
In this episode, I sit down with Renzie Hanham, a martial arts master and mental skills coach who has shaped Olympic athletes, business leaders, and everyday high performers.
He’s one of the minds behind the globally respected Red to Blue framework, and someone I deeply admire for his wisdom, humility, and presence.
We explore decades of experience across sport, leadership, and life, and how to stay grounded through it all.
Here’s what we cover:
- The daily rituals that keep Renzie mentally sharp and physically strong at nearly 80
- How the Red to Blue model helps people stay focused when pressure hits
- Lessons on grief, change, and staying connected as we grow older
- Why clarity, kindness, and acceptance are the keys to better relationships
If you're craving calm, clarity, and more meaning in how you lead and live, this episode is for you.
- Connect with Renzie on LinkedIn here : https://www.linkedin.com/in/renzie-hanham-3763944/?originalSubdomain=nz
- Learn more about the Red to Blue Framework here : https://gazing.com/red2blue/
- Learn about Renzie here : https://www.seidoshibu.co.nz/team/eiko-hanshi-renzie-hanham
- If you’re interested in having me deliver a keynote or workshop for your team contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.com
Website: https://www.jjlaughlin.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JamesLaughlinOfficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jameslaughlinofficial/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/life-on-purpose-with-james-laughlin/id1547874035 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3WBElxcvhCHtJWBac3nOlF?si=hotcGzHVRACeAx4GvybVOQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameslaughlincoaching/
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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- Pre-order my new book TODAY - www.thehabitbook.com
- If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.com