Guiding you toward a life of purpose, progress, and personal growth. Each week, James interviews world-class thinkers, including prime ministers, Olympic gold ...
The True Story Behind ‘The Sound of Freedom’ – Paul Hutchinson’s Undercover Rescue Missions
Paul Hutchinson is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and executive producer of Sound of Freedom, a global movement shedding light on the realities of child trafficking. From building a multi-billion-dollar investment fund to leading 70 undercover rescue missions, Paul’s life is a testament to purpose-driven leadership.In this episode, Paul and I dive deep into his incredible journey—how he went from making millions in real estate to risking his life to rescue trafficked children.Key Takeaways:The mindset shift that took Paul from entrepreneur to philanthropist.The most powerful lesson he learned about success and giving back.Why he walked away from a billion-dollar business to fight child trafficking.How Sound of Freedom became a global movement.Actionable steps you can take to protect children and make an impact.Paul shares powerful stories from his undercover missions, the lessons he’s learned from billionaires, and why true success is measured by impact, not income.This episode was proudly sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can contact them here - https://www.nzmortgages.co.nzLearn more about Paul here - https://www.paulhutchinsonofficial.com/about-paul-hutchinsonWatch the Sound of Freedom Film here -https://www.primevideo.com/detail/Sound-of-Freedom/0JCBACZA5C2VIKMQSG9084DFV5Connect with Paul here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulhutch/Check out Paul’s Foundation here - https://childliberation.orgGet 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-----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.Send me a personal text messageSupport the show
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The Harsh Truths Antarctica Taught Me About Leadership - 1:1 with James Laughlin
I’m recording this from Sir Edmund Hillary’s hut at Scott Base in Antarctica. This experience has been eye-opening, and I want to share what it’s taught me about life, leadership, and our planet.In this episode, I cover:The Power of Perspective – What Antarctica reveals about human resilience and vulnerability.Leading in Isolation – How I helped Antarctica NZ’s winter team build a strong team culture.Protecting Our Planet – What the melting Ross Ice Shelf means for all of us.Pushing Past Fear – Why stepping out of your comfort zone leads to growth.The Importance of Connection – How humor and self-awareness drive high-performing teams.This experience has reminded me to pause, reflect, and take action—not just in leadership, but in how we live every day.Take a moment today to think about your purpose. What impact—big or small—do you want to have?If this episode resonates, share it with someone who needs to hear it. And as always, lead your life on purpose.This episode was sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can find them at nzmortgages.co.nz.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/newsletterOn my channel I aim to bring you world-class guests and create epic videos to help you level up your leadership and personal mastery.If you could take the time to subscribe, that would help my channel grow and it would mean you wouldn’t miss an episode. Subscribe here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA?sub_confirmation=1I release a solocast every Wednesday, and an interview with a world class guest every Thursday.Send me a personal text messageSupport the show
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Josh Ryan, Social Media Strategist: How to Grow & Monetise an Instagram & YouTube Audience
Josh Ryan is a social media strategist who started in the field as a teenager. He successfully built a personal brand, scaling an Instagram account to over 900K followers. He has helped businesses and individuals leverage Instagram and YouTube for growth and monetization, generating millions in revenue through smart content strategies.In this episode, Josh and I chat about how to build a personal brand, create viral content, and monetize effectively on Instagram and YouTube.Key Takeaways:Why Instagram & YouTube are still powerful for growth.How Josh scaled to 900K+ Instagram followers.The importance of engagement and shareable content.Effective monetization strategies that work.YouTube’s long-term brand-building potential.Josh shares practical strategies for individuals and businesses to maximize their social media presence. Whether you're building a brand or scaling a business, this episode has the blueprint you need.This episode was proudly sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can contact them here - https://www.nzmortgages.co.nzCheck out Josh’s website here - https://cleverpreneur.comFollow Josh on YouTube here -https://www.youtube.com/@JoshRyan/videosTake Josh’s free instagram marketing course here - https://joshryan.kit.com/7b86377c12Follow Josh on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/joshryanGet 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-----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.Send me a personal text messageSupport the show
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The Book That Changed My Life: 4 Lessons from ‘The One Minute Millionaire’ - 1:1 with James Laughlin
Struggling with money? This book changed everything for me.For years, I believed financial success was out of reach. Then, I picked up a book that completely shifted my mindset and showed me a new path. In this episode, I break down the lessons that helped me go from minimum wage to financial freedom.Here’s what I cover:The Power of Leverage – How to stop trading time for money and create scalable income.The Abundance Mindset – Why the way you think about money is holding you back.Multiple Streams of Income – Why relying on one source of income is a major risk.Taking Action – How small, consistent steps compound into big financial wins.Finding a Mentor – Why learning from those who’ve done it before will fast-track your success.This book changed my life, and it might just change yours too. If you’re ready to shift your money mindset and start building real financial freedom, dive in.If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who needs to hear it.This episode was sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can find them at nzmortgages.co.nz. - Grab a copy of The One Minute Millionaire here - https://www.amazon.com.au/One-Minute-Millionaire-Enlightened-Wealth/dp/0307451569Get 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/newsletterOn my channel I aim to bring you world-class guests and create epic videos to help you level up your leadership and personal mastery.If you could take the time to subscribe, that would help my channel grow and it would mean you wouldn’t miss an episode. Subscribe here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA?sub_confirmation=1I release a solocast every Wednesday, and an interview with a world class guest every Thursday.Send me a personal text messageSupport the show
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What’s Next for the Podcast? (Big Reveal!)
The time has come… Lead On Purpose has officially rebranded!For years, we’ve brought you the world’s best leaders—billionaires, Olympians, prime ministers, and top authors. And we’ll continue doing that. But now, this podcast is for EVERYONE looking to level up in their purpose, passions, and personal growth.Here’s what’s new: 🔹 One episode per week featuring an incredible guest. 🔹 One episode per week where I bring you exclusive 1:1 coaching insights—the same lessons I share with elite athletes, CEOs, and high performers. 🔹 More impact, more value, more growth.If you’re ready to take control of your life, hit subscribe and join us on this journey. 🎙️Listen on your favorite podcast platform or search Lead On Purpose with James Laughlin wherever you get your podcasts.➡ Get out there and lead your life on purpose.Send me a personal text messageSupport the show
Guiding you toward a life of purpose, progress, and personal growth. Each week, James interviews world-class thinkers, including prime ministers, Olympic gold medalists, billionaires, and visionaries, to uncover the habits, tools, and mindsets that drive meaningful success.Hosted by James Laughlin—a 7-time world champion drummer, sought-after keynote speaker, and high-performance leadership consultant—this podcast brings you conversations with extraordinary individuals who have shaped industries, inspired nations, and achieved greatness.Whether you're building confidence, breaking through barriers, or discovering your purpose, Lead on Purpose is your guide to turning challenges into opportunities and ambitions into achievements.We are proud to be sponsored by the incredible team at NZ Mortgages. You can visit them at nzmortgages.co.nz
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