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
From Black Belt to Mind Coach: Renzie Hanham’s Red to Blue Framework Unpacked
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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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- If you're interested in booking me for a keynote or workshop, contact Caroline at caroline@jjlaughlin.com