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
Why I Refuse to Settle (and How You Can Too)
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In this solo episode, I’m opening up about what’s been happening behind the book, the stages, and the lessons I’ve been learning along the way.
From standing on stages across New Zealand, to conversations with world leaders, to the launch of my book hitting number one, it’s been a big month and I want to share what it really feels like on the inside.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- Why refusing to settle is the antidote to mediocrity
- The belief systems that quietly shape your success (or hold you back)
- How I get radically clear on what I want and why it matters
You’ll also hear a few personal stories from my book launches to tough questions from the Deputy Prime Minister, and how those moments have reinforced the habits I live by.
If you’ve been feeling stuck in “average,” this episode will give you the spark to aim higher, rewire your mindset, and commit to not settling in the areas of life that matter most.
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