Former England Cricketer Jeremy Snape has spent the past ten years researching 'The Winning Mindset' of some of the world’s most successful performers. His journey has taken him around the world, interviewing elite sports stars and coaches, as well as neuroscientists and leaders from the performing arts, business and the military. In this podcast series, Jeremy takes you Inside the Mind of Champions, sharing their exclusive stories on mindset, leadership and team culture to accelerate succes ...
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School for CEOs prepare business leaders for senior roles – purposefully, pragmatically and personally. We do this by combining expert coaches and facilitators with unique insights from our Faculty of over 90 senior leaders who have been there and done it. This podcast is designed to share some of those stories with you, inviting a diverse range of speakers from CEOs of some of the UK's most successful businesses, to elite sportspeople and military leaders. Episodes are released on the first ...
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Drawing on over 300 years of British Army leadership experience, ’The Centre for Army Leadership Podcast’ looks to establish what is required of our leaders and our leadership, to meet the challenges of both today and tomorrow. For the British Army, leadership underpins everything that we do. It not only ensures we do right by our people, it underpins our operational success. This podcast series seeks to harness diversity of thought and experience from military leaders as well as leaders fro ...
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Mastermind: Martin Newman – how to build a customer-centric business
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Martin Newman is a leading expert in customer centricity. Martin shares invaluable insights on the importance of strong leadership, cultivating a customer-focused culture, and aligning all employees towards a common goal. We delve into real-world examples from companies like Walgreens, Timpson, Home Depot, and Patagonia, illustrating how empowered …
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Neurodiversity and Inclusion. With Andy Williamson
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In our Leadership Insights podcast, we access the workable wisdom of seasoned CEOs, thought leaders and business experts, whose knowledge can help you to become a more effective leader, and improve your company culture. Our 33rd episode features our conversation with Andy Williamson. Andy is the founder of Welcome Brain, a neurodiversity consulting…
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Mistakes and Mastery – why we shouldn’t fear failure
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Today we're diving into a topic that's often misunderstood but crucial for achieving mastery: making mistakes. In high-performing organisations, mistakes are not only common but essential for growth and innovation. We'll explore the psychology behind our fear of failure with insights from experts like psychiatrist Dr Dehra Harris and Professor Guy …
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The Human Advantage Ep.23 - The Power of Reflection - Sergeant Ashley Siddall
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In this episode we speak to Sergeant Ashley Siddall of the Royal Army Medical Corps (RAMC). He began his career at the Army Foundation College Harrogate, at the age of 16, culminating in him joining the RAMC. After completing his trade training as a medic, providing pre-hospital care, Sgt Siddall joined 16 Medical Regiment, and has since deployed t…
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Micro-lesson #50: Respecting Red Lights with Sir Viv Richards
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In this micro-lesson, we honor the memory of Duncan Fearnley, whose cricket bat craftsmanship has left a lasting legacy, just like the indomitable Sir Viv Richards, whose wisdom takes centre stage. Tune to hear how Viv applies the metaphor of traffic lights – understanding when the red light demands a pause, so you can hit the gas at the right mome…
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Episode 44 - Leading with Love - Doctor Victoria Carr
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In this episode we speak with Doctor Victoria Carr, Primary School Head Teacher, Army Reservist in the Intelligence Corps, and Centre for Army Leadership Senior Research Fellow. Combining her experience in leading in the education sector and as a military leader, Victoria provides a unique insight into how teams can benefit from leadership skills a…
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Generation Z in the Workplace. With Chloe Combi
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In our Leadership Insights podcast, we access the workable wisdom of seasoned CEOs, thought leaders and business experts, whose knowledge can help you to become a more effective leader, and improve your company culture. This new episode features our conversation with Chloe Combi, best-selling author, global speaker, futurist, researcher and consult…
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The Human Advantage Ep 22 - Leading on Multinational Operations - Major David Love
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In this episode, we speak to Major David Love, Royal Military Police (RMP), in his role as SO2 Army Leadership at the Centre for Army Leadership (CAL). We discuss how the CAL are developing the concepts and theory of leadership into tools that the Army can use. He focusses on the importance of understanding your people, and how by taking a human-ce…
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Episode 43 - Leading in the shadows - Sir Alex Younger: Britain's Chief Spy
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In this episode we speak to Sir Alex Younger KCMG, the former Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service. Prior to his six-year tenure as ‘C’, Sir Alex was the Head of Counter Terrorism and obtained many operational roles worldwide. His time at MI6 was preceded by a stint in the British Army - first as a private soldier and later as a commissioned of…
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The Human Advantage Ep. 21 - Combining Competency with Human Understanding - Lieutenant Colonel Ed Fraser
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In this episode we speak to Lieutenant Colonel Ed Fraser of the Duke of Lancaster's Regiment, formerly the 1st Battalion The King's Regiment, which he commissioned into in 2001. He served in Afghanistan on Op HERRICK, and twice in Iraq on Op TELIC. Away from regimental duty, Lt Col Fraser instructed as a Platoon Commander at the Royal Military Acad…
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Mastermind - Professor Roger Steare - Rethinking leadership, ethics and organisational culture
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Professor Roger Steare is The Corporate Philosopher – a senior advisor on culture, leadership and organisational development, ethics and inclusion. He has a unique track record of challenging and supporting global corporations on billion-dollar risk management and remediation programmes. His work with BP after the Gulf of Mexico disaster was crucia…
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Episode 42 - Cognitive Diversity in Teams - Brigadier Jaish Mahan
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In this episode we speak to Brigadier Jaish Mahan, who commissioned into the Royal Army Medical Corps (RAMC) in 1994 and has served in roles spanning the medical profession. He has deployed on seven operational tours, including Kosovo, Sierra Leone, the Iraq war and Afghanistan three times. Brigadier Mahan has been an Army Reservist since his trans…
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Microlesson #49: Developing confidence cues with Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE
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Welcome to Inside The Mind of Champions, where we delve into the insights and strategies of exceptional individuals in the world of sports and business. In this microlesson, we explore a powerful strategy used by Olympic gold medalist Helen Richardson-Walsh to overcome self-doubt and step up in critical moments. Join us as we dissect Helen's winnin…
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The Human Advantage Ep 20 - Improving Organisational Culture - Lieutenant Colonel Simon Farebrother MC
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In this episode we speak with Lieutenant Colonel Simon Farebrother MC. Simon commissioned in 2001 into the Queen's Dragoon Guards (QDG) - a light cavalry regiment that specialises in reconnoissance. He served on operations on Op BANNER in Northern Ireland, on Op HERRICK in Afghanistan, and on Op TELIC in Iraq. His troop was attached to 3 Commando B…
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Harry Cobden burst onto the horse racing scene at 16 and has since matured into a seasoned professional by his mid-twenties, known for his remarkable poise under the intense pressure of the sport. He is at the top of the jump jockey's championship with 138 wins at a 23% strike rate. The jump jockeys are the most courageous and resilient sports star…
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Jason Barrett - CEO, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
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Welcome back to our podcast, where we tap into the minds of successful CEOs, leaders and eminent thinkers. This new episode features our conversation with Jason Barrett, CEO of The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Having joined the Tattoo team as Chief Operating Officer in 2020, Jason took over the role of Chief Executive in December 2023. Original…
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The Human Advantage Ep.19 - Turning vision into action - Major Daljinder Singh Virdee MBE
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In this episode we speak to Major Daljinder Singh Virdee MBE. Major Virdee commissioned into the Royal Army Medical Corps in 2015 as a pharmacist Professionally Qualified Reserve Officer. Following regimental duty with 256 Field Hospital, he re-roled as a Medical Support Officer and went into full-time Reserve service (FTRS). He has since worked in…
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The Human Advantage Ep.18 - Being Courageous in Conversations - Lieutenant Tess Morris-Paterson
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In this episode we speak to Doctor and CAL Senior Research Fellow, Lieutenant Tess Morris-Paterson PhD, about what we can learn from her experience in the selection, training, and preparation of astronauts for space flight, and how some of those skills can be applied in a military context to her experience as a Troop commander with 135 Geographic S…
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Episode 41 - The Sporting Edge: Building High Performing Teams - Jeremy Snape
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In this episode we speak to former England cricketer, coach and now performance psychologist, Jeremy Snape. Jeremy's cricketing and coaching success at the highest levels proceeded a career which has branched out into performance psychology in other sports and the business world to. He offers a captivating perspective on how leadership is about doi…
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The Human Advantage Ep.17 - Building trust through communication - Lieutenant Colonel Liz Kagoda
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In this episode Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to Lieutenant Colonel Liz Kagoda of the Queen Alexandra Royal Army Nursing Corps. Lt Col Kagoda trained and qualified as an emergency nurse in the National Health Service, prior to commissioning in 2005 and has since worked at roles 1-4 across the medical support spectrum. She has delivered everything fro…
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Microlesson #48: Sir Dave Brailsford on The Golden Role of Feedback
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Sir Dave Brailsford is a renowned leader from GB Olympic cycling and the ‘Team Ineos’ Tour de France teams. He coined the marginal gains theory where 100 components could be improved by one percent. Here, we uncover the importance of receiving feedback and its impact on personal and team performance. Visit Sporting Edge to find out more about how w…
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Episode 40 - Moral Terrain Coaching & Empathy - US Army Major Ben Ordiway & Lt Colonel Kevin Cutright
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In this episode, we speak to US Army Major Ben Ordiway and Lt Colonel Kevin Cutright, based at the United States Military Academy at Westpoint. We discuss their developing concepts of Moral Terrain Coaching and how to consider empathy towards our adversary to gain an operational advantage. Both concepts are fundamentally important when the stakes a…
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Mastermind: Kipp Popert – overcoming adversity to become the world No.1 disability golfer
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Despite being born ten weeks premature and developing cerebral palsy, which impairs the muscular movement in his legs, Kipp Popert has grown to become the world No.1 disability golfer. From his early struggles with surgeries to his triumphs on the golf course, Kipp's story is one of unwavering strength and pursuit of excellence. In this fascinating…
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Microlesson #47: Exploring mindset, mistakes and motivation with the School for CEO’s
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As you are starting to wind down to these all-important holidays at the end of the year, I’ve gathered some insights to reflect on. They come from a recent podcast interview I was on with David Wright from The School for CEOs. Tune in as we explore the key psychological characteristics of elite performers and how they are developed over time. We al…
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The Human Advantage Ep.16 - The Savvy Squaddie - Corporal Cameron Eden
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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to the person behind the The Savvy Squaddie YouTube Channel, Corporal Cameron Eden, who enlisted in the King's Royal Hussars (KRH), before transferring to the Royal Logistic Corps (RLC) to follow his dream of becoming an Army Photographer. With a wealth of experience, deploying to France, Estoni…
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The Human Advantage Ep.15 - Op PITTING - Major Chris Duncalfe & WO2 Adam Croucher
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In this episode, we speak to Major Chris Duncalfe and WO2 Adam Croucher about their experience during the Non-combatant Evacuation Operation (NEO) of Kabul - Operation PITTING, while in their respective roles of Officer Commanding (OC) and Company Sergeant Major (CSM) of A Company, 2nd Battalion the Parachute Regiment. Op PITTING marked the end of …
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We're thrilled to share our 30th episode - this time featuring Jeremy Snape, a former international cricketer and coach. Jeremy is CEO and Founder of Sporting Edge, the digital platform that fuses compelling stories from world class performance with psychological research to create inspiring learning environments for individuals and teams. He is al…
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Mastermind: Shaun Lane – how psychology and setbacks created a rugby league star
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Content warning: this episode covers the topic of suicide and depression. If you need resources or support, talk to your GP or a relevant health practitioner. Shaun Lane is an Australian professional rugby league footballer who plays as a second-row forward for the Parramatta Eels in the National Rugby League (NRL). He previously played for the Can…
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Episode 39 - Tony Adams MBE - Leading Through Addiction
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In this episode, we speak to Tony Adams MBE, a football icon renowned for his remarkable contributions to Arsenal and the England national team. Tony's career spans playing at the pinnacle of the sport, where he not only showcased his prowess on the field but also in his captaincy for England. Beyond his playing days, he undertook a coaching and ma…
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The Human Advantage Ep.14 - Leading Without Authority - Sergeant Mo Faye
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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhwardwaj speaks to Sergeant Mo Faye about the importance of ownership over outputs and how soft skills in leaders are hugely valued by followers during periods of training and change. Sergeant Mo Faye was born and raised in Gambia and joined the British Army's Staff and Personnel Support Branch, the Adjutant G…
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Mastermind: Lt Col Susie Hines – Understanding Mental Wellbeing
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Lt Col Susie Hines is an experienced mental health nurse who transitioned to the British Army and has dedicated her career to managing and delivering clinical mental health services for defense personnel. This conversation comes from a webinar for the Sporting Edge Members. Tune in as Lt Col Hines shares insights on the effects of executive stress,…
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Today we’re exploring how both the New Zealand All Blacks and South African Rugby team have created an emotional competitive advantage over their rivals. They’ve both harnessed their unique heritage, culture and a higher purpose to galvanise their teams. With the spotlight on World Cup winners the Springboks, we’ll hear about how Siya Kolisi and th…
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Jonny Wilkinson is one of the most respected sports stars in the world. His rugby playing career was underpinned by an intense perfectionism and attention to detail. He became a household name by kicking England's winning drop goal in the dying seconds of the 2003 World Cup with scores tied. Jonny finished his career at Toulon helping them to win t…
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Episode 38 - General Sir James Hockenhull, KBE, ADC Gen - Strategic Command
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In this episode, our host Colonel Henry Llewellyn-Usher speaks with Commander UK Strategic Command, General Sir James (Jim) Hockenhull, KBE, ADC Gen. General Jim commissioned into the Intelligence Corps in 1986 and has extensive operation experience across the globe. His Staff experience includes role at the UK Ministry of Defence, and at the US Co…
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The Human Advantage Ep.13 - Leading from a Position of Support - Sergeant Dorian John
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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to Sergeant Dorian John about the importance of empathy and rapport in getting things done. Sergeant Dorian John was born in the Commonwealth of Dominica and enlisted into the Royal Signals in 2003 and served on OP TELIC 5 in Iraq and OP HERRICK 6 in Afghanistan as a Lance Corporal Dorian transf…
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Micro-lesson #45: Rock bottom to realising your dream with Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE
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We delve into the inspiring journey of Olympic champion Helen Richardson-Walsh MBE. Often, we only see the glorious moments of victory, but behind the scenes are the trials and tribulations that can make or break a person. Helen shares her story of hitting rock bottom, battling mental and physical setbacks, and ultimately realising her dream of bec…
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Episode 37 - Lieutenant General Ian Cave, CB - Wearing Responsibilities Lightly
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In this episode, we speak to Lieutenant General Ian Cave CB, as he reflects on his imminent departure as Commander Home Command. General Cave speaks about how he views leader development as a whole-career endeavour, and how his early leadership lessons continue to impact on his leadership style today. He speaks about the importance of self-awarenes…
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The Human Advantage Ep.12 - Dealing With Unconscious Bias - Capt John Werrett
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In this episode, our host, Captain Ash Bhardwaj, speaks to Captain John Werrett, known as 'Wez,' about moral courage, respectful challenge, and finding teachable moments from examples of unconscious bias. CONTENT WARNING: In this episode, we cover the topics of the deaths of soldiers on operations, improvised explosive devices, and dealing with the…
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Once a successful jump jockey with 133 wins, Paul Nicholls OBE possesses the unique qualities essential to excel in this demanding sport. After a life-altering leg injury at 27, Paul transitioned to training racehorses. In three decades, he has brought 3,500 victories and earned over £4 million in prize money. His horses have triumphed in prestigio…
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The Human Advantage Ep. 11 - Evolving More Professional Leadership - WO1 David Hird
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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to WO1 David Hird, the Command Sergeant Major of the Land Warfare Centre (LWC). He enlisted into the Royal Engineers in 1997, joining 35 Engineer Regiment before moving on to Engineer Search Teams, completing his trade training at 1 Royal School of Military Engineering Regiment in Chatham, and p…
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Welcome back to our podcast, where we tap into the minds of successful CEOs, leaders and eminent thinkers. In this episode, we're joined by Nick Mackenzie, CEO at Greene King - a leading pub chain in the UK, with over 2,700 pubs, restaurants and hotels across the country. In this conversation with School for CEOs' Gemma Sole, Nick shares his experi…
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The Human Advantage Ep. 10 - Confidence & Skills Developing Trust - WO2 Colin Russell
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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to WO2 Colin Russell who enlisted into the Royal Scots Dragon Guards (SCOTS DG) and trained on the British Army's Main Battle Tank the Challenger 2. He served on 2 tours of OP TELLICK In Iraq before moving to the Queen's Royal Hussars (QRH) as a corporal. AS a Sergeant he commanded a QRH multipl…
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Micro-lesson #44: Mindset strategies for sport, business and life
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In this micro-lesson, we're diving into a section from my recent interview with Andrew May on the Performance Intelligence podcast. This section covers confidence, resilience, and the importance of seeing ourselves as more than just our jobs. Join us as we reflect on the strategies and insights that can help you thrive in any high-pressure situatio…
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The Human Advantage Ep. 9 - The Value of Owning Your Mistakes - Major Charlie Lee
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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to Major Charlie Lee, who was commissioned into the Princess of Wales Royal Regiment (PWRR) in 2006. After Rifle Platoon Command, he deployed on HERRICK 15 in Afghanistan in 2011 as part of the Police Advisory Team. He returned to Battalion as Officer Commanding of the Mortar Platoon, then Batta…
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In this episode, I pick some key insights from the Sporting Edge Digital Library about the effects of chronic stress and the need for recovery periods to sustain high performance. Tune in as experts share their personal experiences and insights on managing stress, prioritising well-being, and taking breaks to clear the mind. You will hear from: Joh…
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As your profile builds, so do the external distractions. Being the 7th bowler of all time to reach 500 Test Match wickets, Stuart Broad has developed a mental game that is as impressive as his skills. In this episode, Jeremy unpacks a conversation with Stuart into the routines and strategies he uses to focus on his mind under pressure. You’ll hear …
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Episode 36 - Brigadier James Cook OBE Phd - Managing the Army’s Leadership Talent
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In this episode we speak to Brigadier James Cook OBE, who commissioned into the Royal Artillery (RA) in 1995. He has served most of his Regimental Duty in 29 Commando Regiment RA and commanded 105 Regiment RA. He completed the Combat Arms Fighting Systems Course at the Royal College of Military Sciences in 1999, and has instructed soldiers in train…
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The Human Advantage Ep. 8 - The Impact of your Decisions - Lt Col Dean Canham OBE
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In this episode, our host, Captain Ash Bhardwaj, speaks to Lieutenant Colonel Dean Canham OBE, SO1 Centre for Army Leadership. This conversation with Colonel Dean is a raw and honest insight into the realities of leadership on kinetic operations, and dealing with the consequence of your decisions. CONTENT WARNING: In this episode, we cover the topi…
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The Human Advantage Ep. 7 - Vulnerability in Leadership - WO1 Jon O’Neill
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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to Warrant Officer Class 1 Jon O'Neill about the importance of honesty and vulnerability in building trust within teams. He reflects on how adopting a more 'coaching' approach to your leadership style is by far the best way of developing others. Joining the Army in 1999, Jon joined the 2nd Batal…
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The Human Advantage Ep.6 - Building Teams in the Margins - The Army Sergeant Major WO1 Paul Carney
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In this episode we speak with the British Army's most senior soldier - the Army Sergeant Major, Warrant Officer Class 1 (WO1) Paul Carney. He joined the Army as a Combat Engineer in 1997 and has served on operations in Macedonia, Kosovo, Iraq and Afghanistan. His junior and senior non-commissioned officer (NCO) appointments were spread between Clos…
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