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What if the secret to high performance isn’t balance—but choice?

In this episode, I sit down with Jason Paris, CEO of One New Zealand, to unpack leadership, creativity, and building partnerships at a world-class level.

Jason’s led one of NZ’s largest organisations through rapid change—while refusing to miss a single moment that matters with his family. From turning Vodafone into One NZ to forging game-changing deals with Starlink and Salesforce, his approach blends bold moves with deep human values.

Here’s what we cover:

• Why work-life balance is a myth—and what to focus on instead
• The role creativity plays in high-performing teams
• The pitch that landed a world-first partnership with Elon Musk’s Starlink
• How to adopt AI with speed, experimentation, and purpose
• Handling public criticism while staying grounded and human

If you’re ready to rethink leadership, scale impact, and stay true to your values, this conversation is packed with lessons from the top—and the heart.

• You can follow Jason on LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-paris-3404565/?originalSubdomain=nz
• You can grab your copy of See How They Fall by Rachel Paris here - https://www.paperplus.co.nz/shop/books/fiction/crime-thrillers/see-how-they-fall
• 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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What if your healthspan, not your lifespan, was your greatest asset?

In this episode, I sit down with Bill Gifford, co-author of the bestselling book Outlive (with Dr Peter Attia) and a leading expert on the science of longevity.

We explore how to live longer, feel stronger, and stay mentally sharp through simple, evidence-based habits.

Here’s what we cover:

• The two daily habits that make the biggest difference to how long and well you live
• Why walking, not just working out, is a key driver of healthspan
• How cold plunges and saunas affect your mood, metabolism, and mindset
• The link between muscle mass and reduced risk of Alzheimer's and dementia
• How to assess your health now, before it becomes a problem later

This episode is for anyone who wants to stay sharp, strong, and purpose-driven at every age.

• Grab your copy of Outlive here -https://www.paperplus.co.nz/shop/books/non-fiction/health-wellbeing/general/outlive-the-science-art-of-longevity
• Grab your copy of Spring Chicken here - https://www.fishpond.co.nz/Books/Spring-Chicken-Bill-Gifford/9781455527441?srsltid=AfmBOooh0it-SrOBEvUey7CIHYxReYX_9U_GlDZiKvHXGN8nVF7-uJZR
• Connect with Bill on LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-gifford-125868b/
• Connect with Bill on IG here - https://www.instagram.com/billgifford/?hl=en
• 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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In this solo episode, I’m sharing something a little different.

As of now, these 1:1 solocasts won’t be weekly anymore. Instead, I’ll be dropping more intentional updates once or twice a month — focused on what’s actually shaping me behind the scenes.

This is one of those episodes.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• What a cab driver, a psychologist, and a billion-dollar founder taught me this month
• The mindset shift that’s helped me handle pressure, friction, and people better
• Why saying “no” is the key to becoming a high performer
• How I’m staying focused during the chaos of a book launch
• A simple rule from the Crusaders’ head coach that can transform your productivity
• What’s really happening behind the scenes of the High Performance Leadership Event

If you’re navigating growth, busyness, or big transitions — this episode is for you.

Let me know what resonates. And if it does? Share it with someone who needs it.

And if you haven’t already, pre-order your copy of Habits of High Performers at thehabitbook.com to get exclusive bonuses before launch.

• Grab a copy of The Resilience Toolkit by Dr Alia Bojilova here - https://www.paperplus.co.nz/shop/books/non-fiction/health-wellbeing/personal-development/the-resilience-toolkit-1076253
• Come join me at The High Performance Leadership Event here - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/high-performance-event-2025
• Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter

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