In this episode of On Coaching, host Amanda Jaggard delves into the intersection of neuroscience and high performance with guests Jean-Marie Jobs and Leila Entezam. They explore the intersection of neuroscience and high performance, particularly in the context of coaching and leadership. They discuss the nature vs. nurture debate, the costs associated with high performance, and the importance of finding balance and peace. Practical tips for high performers are shared, emphasizing self-care, emotional awareness, and the need for a supportive community. The conversation concludes with reflections on the impact of high performers on others and the importance of self-discovery. Inside the episode, you’ll discover: ✔️ The Costs of High Performance✔️ Reflections on Impact and Self-Discovery✔️ The Myths and Realities of High Performance ✔️ Real-life stories of Transformative GrowthIf you're ready to explore the transformative power of coaching and unlock new levels of impact, this episode is your guide.Listen to the full episode here on Spotify and here on Apple Podcasts.Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network - Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content!Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/ Are you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/
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Greatest Hits: Turning Walls into Bridges, with Esther Mun and Chris North
In this Greatest Hits episode of Beyond High Performance, host Dan Leffelaar sits down with Esther Mun, founder of the acclaimed branding and design studio Little Fury, and her coach Chris North, Associate Partner at Novus Global.What began as skepticism toward coaching turned into a life-changing journey for Esther—helping her uncover hidden beliefs, rediscover her confidence, and transform how she leads both creatively and professionally. Together with Chris, she shares how coaching challenged her to replace self-imposed limits with curiosity and courage—turning “walls” into “bridges.”You’ll hear how Esther built Little Fury from passion and persistence, what it means to find the right coaching “chemistry,” and how curiosity and commitment can unlock exponential growth.🔑 You’ll discover:How the right coaching chemistry fuels transformation and creativityWhy curiosity and accountability are catalysts for personal and professional growthHow shifting from “I can’t” to “I can test it” leads to breakthrough confidenceThe mindset change that helped Esther see every obstacle as an opportunityWhy great coaching isn’t about being told what to do—it’s about awakening what’s already within youEsther’s story reminds us that growth begins when we challenge the stories we tell ourselves—and that the best coaching partnerships don’t just change your work; they change your world.Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/ Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network - Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content! Ready to stop undercharging and start transforming? Get matched with an enrollment advisor to explore your next level: mp.institute/foundationsAre you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/
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Meta Performance Show Special: Andy Stanley on What We’re Really Capable Of
What happens when we pull back the curtain? In this special edition of Beyond High Performance, we’re flipping the script as our host Jason Jaggard is interviewed by Andy Stanley, Founder and Senior Pastor at North Point Ministries, to unpack the powerful ideas behind Jason’s book, Beyond High Performance: What Great Coaches Know About How the Best Get Better.Together, they explore the four mindsets that define how we work — prisoner, mercenary, missionary, and athlete — and reveal why the best leaders don’t just perform; they grow. Andy shares how the book challenged his own leadership approach, shifting him from managing to leading again, and why the most irritating question — “What am I capable of?” — might just unlock your next breakthrough.🌟 What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeThe four work mindsets — and how to move from burnout to growth.The “high performer problem” and why success can secretly stall progress.The single question that drives lasting transformation: What are we capable of?Why leaders must model learning, not just teaching.How curiosity, imagination, and courage drive meta performance.🧾 Guest DescriptionAndy Stanley is the founder, senior pastor, and visionary leader behind North Point Ministries, as well as a best-selling author and communicator.Listen to Andy on the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast, featuring the episode “Beyond High Performance: How Great Leaders Make Great Teams.” Tune in here. The Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast is recognized as one of Forbes’ 6 Leadership Podcasts To Listen To In 2024 and one of the Best Leadership Podcasts To Stay in the Know for CEOs, according to Industry Leader Magazine.Jason Jaggard is the founder and CEO of Novus Global and co-founder of the Meta Performance Institute. His book Beyond High Performance has inspired elite leaders worldwide to think bigger, lead deeper, and grow beyond their current limits.Book a free vision call with Novus Global to discover how we can partner with you on your journey beyond high performance. Click here to explore: https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/Get your copy of Beyond High Performance — available on Amazon or head to https://novus.global/andy/. This special webpage is just for Andy Stanley Podcast listeners, where you can download a free copy of the Beyond High Performance workbook, and receive 40% off the hardcover version of the book itself. Ready to stop undercharging and start transforming? Get matched with an enrollment advisor to explore your next level: mp.institute/foundationsAre you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/
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Greatest Hits: From 10 Year Dream to 18 Month Breakthrough, with Payandeh Ekrami and David Gerber
In this Greatest Hits episode of Beyond High Performance, Amanda Jaggard sits down with coach and Novus Global Partner David Gerber and his client Payandeh Ekrami, a sales leader whose “impossible” goals became reality in record time.Originally featured on Your Finest Hour, this inspiring conversation traces how a reluctant introduction to coaching turned into a partnership that transformed Payandeh’s life — leading her to achieve a ten-year dream in just eighteen months.Together, they unpack the power of anchoring goals to deeper dreams, embracing “soul-line” coaching, and learning that excellence isn’t earned — it’s embodied.🔑 You’ll discover:How aligning goals with purpose turns the “impossible” into achievableWhy integrating emotion and logic unlocks authentic leadershipThe difference between goal-line and soul-line coaching — and why both matterHow powerful coaching partnerships thrive on honesty, friction, and trustThe mindset shift that helped Payandeh buy her dream home and lead with wholenessPayandeh’s story reminds us that high performance isn’t about grinding harder — it’s about showing up whole, courageous, and open-hearted to what’s possible.Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/ Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network - Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content! Ready to stop undercharging and start transforming? Get matched with an enrollment advisor to explore your next level: mp.institute/foundationsAre you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/
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Greatest Hits: The Cost of Wellness and the Courage to Rest, with Jo Saxton
In this Greatest Hits episode of Beyond High Performance, Jason Jaggard revisits his conversation with author, leadership coach, and entrepreneur Jo Saxton. Originally recorded for the Global Leadership Network, this powerful dialogue explores what true wellness means — beyond yoga mats and scented candles — and why it’s a vital part of sustainable leadership.Jo opens up about her own experiences with burnout and recovery, offering hard-won lessons on slowing down, setting boundaries, and embracing the courage to rest. Together, she and Jason unpack how personal narratives, cultural expectations, and hidden wounds shape the way we lead — and what it takes to lead from wholeness instead of exhaustion.🔑 You’ll discover:Why wellness isn’t a luxury — it’s leadership fuelHow your personal story drives your approach to work, rest, and resilienceThe subtle warning signs of burnout and what your body is trying to sayWhy authenticity and self-awareness amplify your leadership impactPractical tools to help you and your team build rhythms of renewalJo leaves us with a profound reminder: You have one body and one life, and your leadership is living in that body. Look after it.Book a free vision call with Novus Global to see how we can journey with you to go beyond high performance. Click here to explore https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/ Join us on the Beyond High Performance Network - Order The Beyond High Performance book by Jason Jaggard today, and get free access to special bonus content! Ready to stop undercharging and start transforming? Get matched with an enrollment advisor to explore your next level: mp.institute/foundationsAre you a coach looking to expand your practice and join an elite coaching firm? Find out more here: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/
The Beyond High Performance Podcast is brought to you by the coaches and friends of the executive coaching firm, Novus Global, and the Meta Performance Institute for Coaching. Join us for intentional, vulnerable, thought provoking conversations that illustrate the life-shifting power of coaching. In order to adequately share the breadth and depth of the firm’s insights, this podcast consists of three unique shows. The Meta Performance Show, will bring you unflinching interviews with top industry leaders on their paths to success. Next, we explore with the show called On Coaching, which pulls back the curtain on the intricacies of life as a Novus Global Coach. And finally, Your Finest Hour, which explores the unique dynamics between a coach and their client by bringing both on the show to unpack their coaching experience together. This podcast was crafted to help you grow as a coach, leader, employee, and human being, inspiring you to go beyond high performance and explore what you are capable of. Note that this podcast is not for those who are committed to mediocrity.
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