Unbound | Conversations Without Limits

Dec 10 2024 42 ep. 61 mins 1
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Discover how the highest performers push beyond limitations in this up-and-coming no. 1 Irish podcast. Host and high-performance consultant Stephen McDonnell, speaks deeply with world-class performers, revealing secrets to their success. The podcast features several series across high-performing industries, including business, sports, entertainment and more. These conversations are real, honest, courageous and great fun. Each episode is designed to provoke, educate, inspire and empower you to achieve the impossible. Previous guests include Jordan Harbinger, Damian Browne, Mark Divine and many more.

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Unbound Tool #5 Rebuilding from Rock Bottom with Megan Henry

Dec 10 2024 6 mins  
Megan Henry is a lifelong athlete playing two Division 1 sports, field hockey and track, who faced an unexpected health crisis that abruptly ended her competitive career. She shares her journey through isolation, depression, and identity loss and how she built mental resilience and used visualisation and routine to get through the darkest days. Whether you're facing a personal setb

#37: Dr. Sarah Sarkis | Curiosity as a Catalyst for Growth

Dec 03 2024 63 mins  
Dr. Sarah Sarkis, a clinical psychologist and high-performance coach, dives into her journey of relentless curiosity and its transformative power.In this episode, Dr. Sarah Sarkis shares a memorable childhood experience that sparked her lifelong intrigue with psychology and how curiosity has become her primary strength. She shares how to use curiosity to combat monotony, develop se

Unbound Tool #4 Overcoming Fear with Damian Browne

Nov 28 2024 3 mins  
In facing immense challenges, Damian Browne teaches us to be aware of ourselves and get out of the victim mentality. Tune into this week’s Unbound Tool to discover how to starve fear and feed courage.Check the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSjHus7MpoM

#36: Chris Voss | Good Things Happen When You Run To Trouble

Nov 19 2024 56 mins  
Chris Voss, a former FBI hostage negotiator, unpacks high-stakes hostage negotiations and effective communication strategies in life and leadership.Chris has taught negotiation courses at Harvard and Georgetown Universities and is the author of “Never Split the Difference”. Chris explains how to use empathy, specific key questions, proactive listening, emotional processing and

Unbound Tool #3 Design Conditions that Drive Team Performance with Ruth Wageman

Nov 12 2024 4 mins  
Ruth Wageman is among the foremost scholars and practitioners studying and working with teams, especially leadership teams. In this clip, we share the three essential conditions for team effectiveness, drawing on research and practical examples from diverse fields including healthcare, aviation, and emergency services.Check the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IE

#35: Tim Fletcher | Redefining Connection, Trauma and Healing

Nov 05 2024 55 mins  
A pioneer in the addictions and mental health treatment profession, Tim Fletcher delves into the journey of trauma, healing and self-discovery.We'll unpack “Big T" and "Little t" traumas, the power of feeling inherently valued, generational trauma, and discuss the importance of authentic connection, both with ourselves and others.Whether you're dealing with trauma, seeking deeper

Unbound Tool #2 Lessons from a CIA Agent: The Best Way to Lead with Rupal Patel

Oct 29 2024 7 mins  
As a CIA officer, Rupal's job was to analyse intelligence and brief high-level officials, from Presidents to generals. It taught her the power of communicating complex information to a whole range of audiences. Tune in to this clip, as Rupal shares why it’s not about having all the answers but seeking them out and how to be direct with others about your knowledge gaps.Check the f

Unbound Tool #1 Your Toolkit for Psychological Safety

Oct 13 2024 5 mins  
In these minisodes, I pick key tools from previous episodes. This clip comes from episode 33 with Dr David Burkus, author and renowned organisational psychologist. Tune in as he unpacks how to build psychological safety in teams, and his recommended toolkit with where to begin. Listen to the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8mJdV7HAgU4

#34: Amy Edmondson | Creating High-Performance Cultures

Sep 24 2024 67 mins  
Expert leadership scholar Amy Edmondson unpacks psychological safety, the need for belonging, and overcoming imposter syndrome in teams.In this episode, we delve into toxic positivity, the balance between realism and optimism in leadership, and notable case studies like the "Miracle on Ice". In her books ‘Teaming’ and ‘The Fearless Organization’, Amy explains the critical r

#33: Dr David Burkus | How to Build a High-Performing Team

Sep 10 2024 50 mins  
Renowned organisational psychologist Dr David Burkus unpacks how to enhance team performance and create meaningful work environments.Tune in as David shares invaluable insights on the importance of collecting stories of impact, conducting the "It's a Wonderful Life" test, and fostering a sense of value and belonging within teams. We'll also dive into the challenges of hybrid work m