What does it truly mean to get people moving, physically and mentally? Dive deep into the world of people-first leadership and the evolution of the fitness industry with Tracy Roberts and special guest Rachel Young on the People Performance Podcast.

Rachel Young, a powerhouse with over 30 years in the global fitness, health, and wellbeing sector, shares her incredible journey, raw insights, and the driving purpose behind her career: empowering people.

Discover her transition from operations to tech, her passion for collaboration, and her unique approach to building high-performing, psychologically safe teams. Rachel candidly discusses navigating challenges like industry shifts, the impact of COVID-19, burnout, and even bullying, transforming them into powerful lessons in leadership and resilience.

What You'll Learn

• People-Centric Leadership: Why putting your team first is the key to business success.
• Fitness Industry Evolution: Insights into the sector's changes over 3 decades, the rise of health tech, and the crucial link between physical activity and mental wellbeing.
• Navigating Change: Strategies for effective change management and why sometimes you need to recognise "it's not your dial to turn".
• Inclusion & Diversity: The importance of accessibility, diverse thinking, and creating environments where everyone feels they belong.
• Women in Leadership: Candid discussion on the challenges, opportunities, and the power of female networks and male allies.
• The Power of Networking: How Rachel built her "human library" and leverages connections for mutual growth.
• Self-Awareness & Growth: The value of coaching, psychometrics, understanding your values, and continuous personal development.
• Resilience: Learning from setbacks and pushing personal boundaries (from marathons to 50-mile bike rides!).

Is this for you?

This episode is a must-listen for current and aspiring leaders, HR professionals, fitness industry executives, coaches, entrepreneurs, and anyone interested in personal development, resilience, change management, and building impactful, people-focused cultures.

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Featuring:

Tracy Roberts – Head of Consulting & Delivery at T2

James Cooper – Senior Consultant, T2