Performance Intelligence

Discover why we know more about left-handedness than women's health, and how this shocking research gap is impacting longevity science. Dr Sarah McKay reveals the urgent need for a community-driven approach to unlock the secrets of longer, healthier lives.Listen to the full interview with Dr Sarah on episode #90: https://performanceintelligence.com/90-the-neuroscience-of-brain-development-strategic-napping-and-surprising-tips-on-how-to-keep-your-brain-healthy-as-you-age-dr-sarah-mckay/ Find the resources mentioned in the podcast here: https://shorturl.at/lqT18You can find Dr Sarah at her Website: https://drsarahmckay.com/At her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarahmckay/Or at her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmmckay/  Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

Sleep isn’t just rest; it’s a game changer for your performance, productivity, and well-being. Sleep Expert, Olivia Arrezzolo, shares how small changes in your sleep routine can have massive ripple effects. From busting the myth of “catching up” on lost sleep to creating a bedtime ritual that actually works, Olivia shares actionable tips to upgrade your nights. Plus, discover the curious world of sleep tourism and how hotels are now designing better sleep experiences. If you’ve ever wondered how tech affects your shut-eye or whether supplements really help, this episode will guide you through the science and practical hacks you can start tonight.In this episode, Andrew and Olivia discuss:00:50 How to use sleep as a weapon for performance, the snowballing effects of having a good sleep plan and why Olivia got into the field of sleep science and coaching.5:10 People don’t understand how easy it can be to get better sleep, we can’t catch up on missed sleep and getting 7-8 hours of sleep a night can improve your business performance buy 2.4x.10:55 Have a proper bedtime routine to maximise your sleep, not having enough sleep can be the equivalent of having a .05 blood alcohol level and having an alarm clock next to your bed instead of your phone.17:45 What is sleep tourism, how Olivia has helped hotels optimise their sleep experience for their guests and how you can put together a sleep kit to use when you travel.25:50 Why you need to cut technology out of your sleep habits, some of the natural supplements you can take to help your sleep and why melatonin might not be the healthiest option for you or you children with sleep problems.35:00 A lack of sleep can lead to some severe cognitive impairments, Andrew’s biggest advice for an aspiring entrepreneur and where you can find Olivia.Learn more about Olivia and her work: https://oliviaarezzolo.com.au/View Olivia's sleep kit: https://performanceintelligence.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/sleep-kit.png Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

You can’t always control the chaos around you — but you can control the mindset you bring to it. In this Bite Size from episode 112, CEO Reini Otter shares how his approach to leadership completely shifted after a life-changing cancer diagnosis — and why real performance isn’t just about strategy, it’s about perspective. Reini unpacks the concept of high-altitude thinking — the ability to zoom out, rise above the day-to-day noise, and see the bigger picture. He explains why building strong workplace culture isn’t just the leader’s job — it takes the whole organisation — and how humility became one of his most important leadership tools. Whether you're leading teams, driving performance, or navigating your own high-pressure moments — learning to think at altitude could change everything. You can find Reini at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reini-otter-331a8439Read Reini's article in The Australian: https://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/leadership/reini-otter-is-on-a-mission-to-have-healthy-heads-in-trucks-and-sheds/news-story/99501ba7b76815fdede995dab8b49676 Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

What happens when elite athletes need elite mental skills? Enter Dr Scott Goldman - sports psychologist to some of the world’s top teams including the NBA champion Golden State Warriors.Andrew and Scott explore what it takes to shape a winning mindset, how team culture is re-built every season, and the lessons learned from locker rooms that don’t lie. From overcoming fear conditioning to coaching through chaos, Dr Scott unpacks the psychology behind performance under pressure, why social media doesn’t serve him, and how “every team, every year, is a new team.”00:30 Why Dr Scott stays off social media, teams come to him, and his role in the Warriors’ NBA championship. 6:05 First stadium-sideline moment, his bond with Michael Gervais, and their different missions. 11:55 Realising his calling, why culture is a state of being, and how he works with multiple teams at once. 19:55 Cross-pollinating ideas across sports and why every season creates a “new team.” 29:30 Team environments can be brutal, how he enters a new team, and what makes Steve Kerr exceptional. 40:05 Teaching people to face fear and how fear conditioning imprints across generations. 51:05 The many forms of post-traumatic stress, why he avoids social media, and helping athletes accept outcomes. 1:02:30 Training athletes to tolerate uncertainty and using AIQ to measure athletic intelligence globally. 1:15:10 Andrew and Aaron Walsh reflect on the conversation.Find out more about AIQ: https://aiq.team/Connect with Dr Scott on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottgoldmanphd/Listen to the episode with Michael Gervais: https://performanceintelligence.transistor.fm/episodes/140-dr-michael-gervais Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

What happens when a team trains for success but doesn't plan for failure?In this Bite Size from episode #140, world-renowned performance psychologist Dr. Michael Gervais reflects on one of the toughest moments of his career — the Seattle Seahawks' heartbreaking Super Bowl loss.Michael shares the raw, behind-the-scenes story of how that single moment sent shockwaves through the team, mentally and emotionally. His biggest lesson? If you only prepare for winning, the cost of failure can be devastating - and long-lasting.This is a masterclass in mental resilience, recovery, and leadership when everything falls apart.You can find Dr Michael at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaelgervais/Listen to the Finding Mastery Podcast: https://findingmastery.com/Listen to the podcast with John Schneider: https://findingmastery.com/podcasts/john-schneider/Watch the Interview with Willie McGinest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtS2w6XRKrYYou can find JC at his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-clarke-1152a065/?originalSubdomain=au Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

Discover how mental imagery can transform athletic performance by activating muscles and sharpening focus. Prof. Adam Nicholls shares insights into how elite athletes visualize success, leading to measurable gains. Hear fascinating stories of mental rehearsal techniques that boost confidence in high-pressure moments. Learn about the intersection of healthy choices and tailored wellbeing strategies, emphasizing the importance of mental state for peak performance across different sports. This powerful mental tool could be the key to turning good efforts into winning moments!

Andrew May breaks down one of the most overlooked yet critical factors of modern leadership: Leadership Capacity.Forget the outdated grind culture - today’s best leaders know it’s not just about pushing harder, it’s about expanding your internal capacity so you can lead with energy, clarity, and resilience — even under pressure.Andrew shares where the concept of leadership capacity comes from, how he’s seen it transform high performers, and why building a bigger “capacity vessel” is the antidote to burnout and fatigue. Plus, real-world examples from coaching leaders who’ve learned how to stretch their limits sustainably.Taken from full episode #133.View the Inverted U model here: https://performanceintelligence.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Dynamic-Energy-Model-02-scaled.jpg Listen to the episode with Matt Comyn: https://performanceintelligence.transistor.fm/episodes/94-matt-comyn Listen to the episode with Seibs: https://performanceintelligence.transistor.fm/episodes/128-anthony-seibold Listen to the episode with Ken Robertson: https://performanceintelligence.transistor.fm/episodes/106-ken-robertson Listen to the episode with Shelley Roberts: https://tinyurl.com/ydahb4zc Listen to the episode with Sam Monaghan: https://performanceintelligence.transistor.fm/episodes/111-sam-monaghan Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

High Performance Coach, Dan Haesler, reveals why sometimes the best way to evolve your team is to bring in an outsider. Whether it’s athletes from other sports or experts outside your industry, a fresh perspective can uncover blind spots and fast-track growth.Dan also shares a rare look behind the scenes at the Penrith Panthers, including how he’s helped players develop mental recovery strategies and why the team isn’t afraid to break the mould when it comes to building mental resilience.You can find Dan at his Website:https://danhaesler.com/Or at his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danhaesler/?hl=en                  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danhaesler/?originalSubdomain=auBuy a copy of Dan's book: https://www.actofleadership.com/View the image Dan mentions here: https://performanceintelligence.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/THIS-ISNT-THE-GOAL.png  Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

After more than 10 appearances resisting the hype, Dr Tom finally admits coffee might deserve some love - especially when it comes to your gut. In this Bite Size from episode #131, we unpack the surprising ways your morning brew could actually benefit the gut microbiome and, by extension, your overall health (yes, in moderation!). Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

Change doesn’t happen by accident - it happens when you understand how behaviour actually works. In this solo episode, Andrew May breaks down science-backed frameworks that simplify change and help you create lasting results.You’ll learn: ✔ Why most people struggle to stick with change (and how to avoid it) ✔ BJ Fogg’s Behaviour Change MAP (Motivation + Ability + Prompt) explained ✔ How to use Habit Stacking to make new behaviours feel automatic ✔ The biggest mistakes people make when trying to change ✔ Your next stepsWhether you’re ready to build new habits, boost your energy, improve performance, or finally get unstuck - this episode gives you a clear, practical roadmap to start small and create meaningful change that lasts.In this episode Andrew talks about:00:10 Why Andrew is making this solo podcast.1:30 Andrew’s 2 favourite change models.2:55 Why new years resolutions fail.4:15 The difficulty in implementing large behaviour change programs and why shifting mindset is difficult.6:50 B.J. Fogg’s change map model and simplifying this information to make change easier.9:45 identifying potential barriers to change.10:30 The importance of triggers or prompts to remind you to try a new behaviour and an example of this using mindfulness.12:45 James Clears book Atomic Habits and stacking simple habits.14:35 The stages of readiness model and the 5 stages of change.17:15 The seesaw of ambivalence.18:45 Change takes more than 21 days on a large scale.19:30 Why join a gym if you don’t like going?20:25 Relapsing up to 10 times can be a normal experience in change.21:40 Write down the changes you want to make.23:00 Avoid getting overwhelmed with big changes all at once.24:00 Don’t expect perfection. 25:30 Share your goals to keep yourself accountable.26:30 Keynote participant Peta’s story of making big changes to her life.34:30 Wrap up.RESOURCES: Download: Behaviour MAP: https://performanceintelligence.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/model-1.pdf Download: Stages of Readiness template: https://performanceintelligence.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/model-2.pdf Study: Do fit kids have fit parents? https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33475262/ Study: The Influence of Parental Dietary Behaviors and Practices on Children’s Eating Habits https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8067332/#sec8-nutrients-13-01138 Study: Writing down your goals increases success by 42%: https://kitzu.org/study-highlights-strategies-for-achieving-goals/  Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.