The Olympic Mindset Podcast

• Financial Freedom: How to quit the 9-5 and retire as a MILLIONAIRE! - The Donegans Rebel Guide to wealth (41)

  Is financial freedom really as simple as spending less, investing wisely, and shifting your mindset? Alan and Katie Donegan proved it is. By 40, they’d retired from the 9–5, become millionaires, and built a life of freedom, travel, and passion projects. In this episode, we unpick the exact steps and mindset that made it possible. Alan and Katie are the founders of the Rebel Finance School, a free global programme that’s helped over 22,000 people learn to invest and take control of their money. Their story shows why financial literacy matters—not just for wealth, but for choice, independence, and the freedom to live life on your terms.They explain: ⬛ How to create a gap between what you earn and what you spend ⬛ Why investing in simple global index funds beats most strategies ⬛ The practical steps to reach financial independence ⬛ Why financial freedom is about time not just money ⬛ How tracking your spending can transform your wealth mindset ⬛ The discipline shift athletes (and all of us) need to master our financesEpisode Guide00:00 Introduction to Financial Freedom 03:04 The Importance of Financial Literacy 05:52 The Journey of an Athlete’s Finances 08:40 Understanding Investments and Retirement 11:35 The Power of Self-Development 14:35 Building a Partnership in Financial Goals 17:39 The Concept of Financial Independence 20:34 The Role of Discipline in Financial Success 23:49 Investing in Global Index Funds 26:27 The Risks and Rewards of Investing 29:35 Practical Steps to Start Investing 32:34 The Importance of Tracking Spending 35:47 Overcoming Financial Barriers 38:37 The Mindset Shift Towards Wealth 41:32 Final Thoughts and TakeawaysKey Soundbites💬 “You can only spend it once.” 💬 “It’s about saving, then spending.” 💬 “You are buying back your time.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• The Rebel Mindset: Embracing Curiosity and Change– Francesca Gino (40)

  In this conversation, Francesca Gino discusses the concept of 'rebels' in the context of leadership and innovation, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, perspective, and authenticity. She addresses common challenges such as imposter syndrome and decision-making fatigue, while also highlighting the value of constructive debate and learning from both successes and failures. The discussion draws on her experiences at Harvard Business School and offers practical advice for leaders navigating change and striving for personal growth.TakeawaysRebels are individuals who take in different perspectives.Imposter syndrome is a common experience and can be normalized.Disagreements can be productive if approached correctly.Curiosity is a key trait of constructive rebels.Authenticity in leadership is crucial for effectiveness.Learning from each other's perspectives enhances growth.Decision-making fatigue can impact the quality of decisions.It's important to reflect on successes as well as failures.Constructive debate can lead to better outcomes in disagreements.Finding your values helps maintain focus and direction.Sound Bites"The focus on progress is a valuable lesson.""Choose the hills that you want to die on.""Reframe negative feedback into opportunities."Chapters00:00 Understanding Rebels and Imposter Syndrome02:30 Navigating Change and Staying Centered09:14 The Fine Line Between Rebellion and Sabotage15:31 Characteristics of Constructive Rebels21:18 The Importance of Authenticity in Leadership27:58 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome31:33 Learning from Perspectives at Harvard34:12 The Power of Constructive Debate38:59 Decision-Making Fatigue and Learning from SuccessKeywordsrebels, imposter syndrome, leadership, authenticity, constructive debate, decision-making, curiosity, education, change management, Harvard Business School Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Brilliantly Busy: The Power of Marginal Gains in Leadership – David Harkin (39)

  In this episode of The Olympic Mindset Podcast, Dominic Broad sits down with David Harkin, CEO of 8billionideas, to talk about what it really means to be brilliantly busy. David opens up about his leadership philosophy, how marginal gains can transform performance, and why being world-class starts with how you manage your time.He shares stories from his early working life that shaped his entrepreneurial drive, the lessons he’s learned scaling a global education company, and why vulnerability and self-improvement should be part of every leader’s toolkit. From parenting and personal growth to purpose and productivity—this is a must-listen for anyone seeking high performance with heart.Keywords: leadership, marginal gains, self-improvement, education, entrepreneurship, work-life balance, parenting, world-class mentality, time management, personal developmentTakeaways:"Brilliantly busy" means doing what I love with purpose.Marginal gains are foundational to leadership success.Self-improvement is ongoing, not optional.Early work experiences can forge lifelong values.Parents play a key role in shaping future leaders.A world-class mindset applies to every part of life.Passion and clarity drive better time management.Value minutes—not just hours.If you love what you do, every day matters.Being selfish with time allows us to serve others better.Sound Bites: "I am brilliantly busy." "Pressure is a privilege." "Marginal gains matter."Chapters: 00:00 – Brilliantly Busy: The Art of Balancing Life03:07 – The Power of Marginal Gains in Leadership06:13 – The Importance of Self-Improvement and Perspective09:05 – Lessons from Early Work Experiences12:04 – The Role of Parents in Education15:00 – Creating a World-Class Mentality18:01 – Marginal Gains: Applying Sports Principles to Life20:44 – The Ripple Effect: Making Your Mark23:53 – The Importance of Passion in Time Management26:46 – Finding Balance: Being Selfish to Be Selfless#OlympicMindsetPodcast #DavidHarkin #8BillionIdeas #BrilliantlyBusy #MarginalGains #Leadership #WorldClassMindset #EducationLeadership #TimeManagement #HighPerformance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• From ADHD to AI: What If We're Teaching Maths All Wrong? – Daniel Hagstedt (38)

  What happens when you combine relentless energy, lived experience with ADHD, and a passion for educational equity? You get Daniel Hagstedt—a rising voice in global EdTech and UK Director of Magma Maths.In this bold and refreshingly honest episode of The Olympic Mindset Podcast, Daniel shares his story: from growing up in a high-performance family in Sweden to scaling a startup that now supports millions of learners across the globe. He opens up about mental health, moving countries, failing forward, and why discomfort is the greatest teacher.Daniel breaks down how Magma Maths secured $40 million in funding, won recognition from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and is leading a quiet revolution in maths education—one that’s powered by inclusion, AI, and real-world impact.This episode is for you if:You want to turn personal challenges like ADHD into professional strengthsYou're scaling a startup with purpose and want to avoid the hypeYou care about building fair, inclusive education systemsYou lead in education, tech, or policy—and want to do betterTopics Covered:00:00 Who is Daniel Hagstedt?01:06 Competitive upbringing & self-efficacy03:58 ADHD as a mindset advantage06:39 Starting over in the UK08:30 Mental health, autumn fatigue & simple rituals11:08 Magma Maths – the mission and the moment14:51 How they raised $40M and scaled with values18:50 Education policy: Sweden vs UK23:27 The danger of putting profits before pupils25:14 SEN, equity, and what the UK gets right29:57 Rethinking ADHD in the classroom31:18 Gates Foundation validation34:46 The future of education: data, AI, human-first38:00 Final takeaways on leadership & impact40:48 Closing thoughtsPower Quotes: "Whatever you do, do something you care about." "You're not here to find problems—you're here to find solutions." "If you're not failing, you're not growing." "Put teachers first—and students always." "Build a team that challenges your thinking." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Jamie Peacock MBE - Deliver on your word! Fatherhood, Resilience & Redefining Modern Masculinity (37)

  How do you balance elite performance with parenting, pressure with vulnerability, and toughness with emotional intelligence?In this powerful episode of The Olympic Mindset Podcast, Dominic Broad sits down with rugby league legend Jamie Peacock MBE to explore the deep, personal lessons learned from a life in sport—and beyond. This is more than a conversation about rugby; it's about resilience, transformation, and living life with purpose.Jamie opens up about the evolution of leadership, the role of feedback, and how becoming a father has reshaped his approach to masculinity, strength, and self-discipline. With reflections on the profound impact of Rob Burrow’s journey, Jamie also shares practical advice on creating resilient children, navigating life after professional sport, and saying yes to growth.Listen if you want to:Redefine what masculinity means in the 21st centuryLearn leadership lessons from elite sportUnderstand the mental health challenges of life after performanceBecome a more emotionally intelligent parent, leader or teammateTimestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Structure03:07 Balancing Family and Career05:47 Rugby Career Highlights and Hall of Fame Induction09:05 Leadership and Team Dynamics11:49 The Importance of Feedback14:56 Early Life Lessons and Values20:01 Creating Challenges for Children23:09 Masculinity and Vulnerability in Modern Society35:09 Transformation of Masculinity in Leadership38:17 The Impact of Rob Burrow's Journey42:09 Adapting Leadership Styles Across Teams47:38 Navigating Life After Professional Sports51:00 Resilience and Learning from Failure56:08 Embracing Challenges for Growth01:01:09 Parenting Wisdom and Life Balance01:04:06 Living Life to the FullestSound Bites: "Spending time with my children is really important." "Masculinity is about being mentally tough." "I think it's important to be vulnerable." "Context is king, isn’t it?" "Resilience is one of my skills in life." "Life’s for living, so say yes to something."#JamiePeacock #OlympicMindsetPodcast #Rugby #Leadership #Masculinity #Parenting #Resilience #PersonalGrowth #EmotionalIntelligence #RobBurrow #Sports #MentalHealth #HighPerformance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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