Beyond High Performance

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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. 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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October 13, 2026Episode 17143 min

Are You Addicted To Urgency?

What if the thing that makes you feel most productive is actually getting in the way of your leadership? For many leaders, urgency feels like part of the job. There’s always something to solve, a decision to make, or a fire to put out. And when you’re good at getting things done, being needed can feel a lot like being effective. But there’s a difference between urgency and anxiety. In this episode of Beyond High Performance , Trey McKnight, Executive Coach & Director of Novus Global Faith Division, Jason Jaggard, Founder & CEO at Novus Global, and Janet Breitenbach, Partner & Executive Coach at Novus Global, explore what happens when leaders become addicted to urgency and why creating more margin may be one of the most productive things you can do. In this conversation, we explore: Why being busy and being productive aren’t the same thing The difference between urgency, anxiety, and discipline Why leaders can become the bottleneck without realizing it How busyness can help us avoid difficult conversations and decisions How transparency and shared communication can reduce unnecessary work Practical questions for evaluating your time, team, and leadership One question from the conversation is worth carrying with you: What would it look like for you to be urgent and calm at the same time? Download the free companion resource mentioned in the episode : https://4ien1.share.hsforms.com/2ROg56R4XQSOmyvCZ5I-a5w Book a Free Discovery Call with a Novus Global Coach: Book Now Learn more about becoming a Novus Global coach: https://www.mp.institute/

September 8, 2026Episode 17040 min

Navigating Uncertainty: Moving Forward Without All the Answers

What do you do when you know you want something more, but you can’t see exactly how to get there? In this episode of Beyond High Performance , Jason Jaggard sits down with Novus Global Partner, David Gerber, to explore what it takes to move toward an ambitious future when the path forward is anything but certain. For David, that question became very real when a nearly 20-year fascination with tracking lions in the African wilderness went from an idea he had repeatedly dismissed as impractical to something he could no longer ignore. What began as a personal pursuit ultimately changed the way he thinks about ambition, obstacles, uncertainty, coaching, and what it means to create a life that makes you feel fully alive. David and Jason unpack a powerful alternative to having everything figured out: find the next track. Instead of needing a five-year plan or certainty about where the path will lead, identify the next conversation, question, decision, or action available to you and see what it reveals. Perhaps most importantly, this conversation challenges us to think differently about achievement itself. The result you’re pursuing matters, but so does who you become in the process of pursuing it. In this episode, we explore: How to move forward when you can’t see the entire path Why uncertainty doesn’t have to prevent meaningful action How ambitious goals shape who you become, not just what you achieve Why coaches and leaders gain credibility when they’re willing to embrace the same discomfort and growth they ask of others How to pursue meaningful outcomes without making your happiness dependent on achieving them David’s New Book: The Lion Is You Download the free companion resource mentioned in the episode : https://4ien1.share.hsforms.com/2dXmKggsiTg6f6mrz2CuEgw Book a Free Discovery Call with a Novus Global Coach: Book Now Learn more about becoming a Novus Global coach: https://www.mp.institute/ Download David Gerber's new book, The Lion Is You: https://www.davidagerber.com/book

August 20, 2026Episode 16950 min

BONUS: What Hollywood Reveals About High Performance Leadership

In this special, audio-only bonus episode, we’re giving you an inside look at a conversation between two meta performing leaders, and into a world most of us rarely get to see up close. Film producer Ben Everard has built a career navigating Hollywood: an industry defined by big personalities, high stakes, and the need to bring extraordinary people together to achieve success. In this episode: How great leaders set the standard for everyone around them The difference between fame, power, and real influence How inexperience can sometimes become an advantage Why rejection is part of the process, not necessarily a reason to stop Why genuine relationships matter more than transactional networking You’ll see this isn’t really a conversation about Hollywood. It’s a conversation about leadership, and what Ben’s experience teaches us about relationships, resilience, resourcefulness, and the pursuit of something bigger. To learn more, visit: https://novus.global/resources/podcast/

July 20, 2026Episode 16822 min

Could Self-Doubt Be Fueling Your Growth?

“I should be further along.” It’s one of the quietest, most common thoughts high performers carry and can either be one of the most powerful places to begin or sink. In this episode of the Beyond High Performance podcast , Amanda Jaggard, Co-Founder of MPI & Partner at Novus Global, David Miller, Chief Revenue Officer & Novus Global Executive Coach, and Mike Park, Novus Global Partner & Executive Coach, explore the shame, comparison, imposter syndrome, and “prove it” energy that often drive high performers. They discuss how comparison can either keep us stuck or call us forward, why reinvention is not a solo game, and how learning to love the gap between where you are and where you’re going can become a source of freedom, courage, and growth. If you’ve ever felt behind in your career, leadership, finances, relationships, or life, this conversation will help you trade shame for curiosity and start building from where you are. Download the free companion resource mentioned in the episode - https://4ien1.share.hsforms.com/2iEgdnyu0QvKrvs4axBYmNA Book a Free Discovery Call with a Novus Global Coach - https://share.hsforms.com/1NxFTm5B-Qc2MdC4XHYrB2Q4ien1?utm_source=BHPS6E2&utm_medium=BHPS6E2&utm_campaign=BHPS6E2 Learn more about becoming a Novus Global coach - http://www.mp.institute/ #executivecoaching #leadershipdevelopment #novusglobal

June 4, 2026Episode 16647 min

Are You Training Your AI, Or Is It Training You?

You’ve probably asked yourself: Am I using AI the right way? That might be the wrong question. In the Season 6 premiere of The Beyond High Performance Podcast, Jason Jaggard, Founder & CEO of Novus Global, sits down with two Novus Global elite coaches, Joseph King Barkley, President of MPI, and Tricia Harding, President of Novus Global, for a conversation that reframes the AI debate entirely. Not as a productivity conversation, but a human one. Together, they challenge the assumption that productivity and efficiency are the ultimate goals—and invite leaders, coaches, and high performers to think more deeply about how AI can either enhance or diminish what matters most. You’ll hear why self-awareness is essential in the age of AI, how you’re already training AI to treat you, and how to tell whether you’re using it as a cast that weakens you or a weight that strengthens you. Download the free companion resource mentioned in the episode: https://4ien1.share.hsforms.com/2rCEwgLCMSDiRZ4Wu4jFqQA Book a Free Discovery Call with a Novus Global Coach: https://share.hsforms.com/1NxFTm5B-Qc2MdC4XHYrB2Q4ien1 Learn more about becoming a Novus Global coach: https://www.mp.institute/

December 24, 2025Episode 16547 min

The Summitless Peak: The Endless Pursuit of Mastery

Announcement: As we close out Season 5 of Beyond High Performance, we’ll be taking a short break to reflect, recalibrate, and thoughtfully prepare for Season 6, ensuring we continue to deliver meaningful insights and valuable conversations. In this episode of On Coaching, Joseph King Barkley, President of the Meta Performance Institute (MPI) and Executive Coach, explores the idea that mastery is not a destination, but an ongoing pursuit. He’s joined by Garland Hunt Jr., Novus Global Executive Coach, and Kristyn Drennen, CEO of TransformCXO, for a thoughtful and challenging conversation on growth, transformation, and the mindset shifts required to create lasting change. Whether you’re a coach looking to sharpen your craft or a leader seeking deeper personal growth, this episode offers practical insights into what drives meaningful and sustainable transformation. In this conversation, you’ll explore: What mastery really means—and what it doesn’t How personal growth directly impacts professional effectiveness Why continuous development is essential for long-term impact Real-world stories that illustrate transformation in action If you’re ready to rethink growth, embrace the long game of mastery, and deepen your impact as a coach or leader, this episode is for you. Listen to the full episode on Spotify or Apple Podcasts . Join the Beyond High Performance Network Order Beyond High Performance by Jason Jaggard and receive free access to exclusive bonus content. Book a free vision call with Novus Global Explore how we can journey with you beyond high performance: https://novus.global/client-meta-performance-show/ Interested in joining Novus Global as a coach? Learn more about expanding your practice with an elite coaching firm: https://novus.global/coach-meta-performance-show/

November 25, 2025Episode 16440 min

Profit on the Other Side: What It Really Takes to Go from Survival to Strength

Your Finest Hour: In this episode of Beyond High Performance, Novus Global executive coaches Kristin Frade and Mike Park sit down with Rodrigo Alcaine , CEO of Eastridge Workforce Solutions , to unpack the remarkable leadership transformation that reshaped his company’s trajectory. Rodrigo shares how a divestiture and a newly formed executive team pushed him to rethink what leadership truly means. Through coaching with Novus Global, he learned to replace imposter syndrome with ownership, redefine commitment, and lead his team from recovery mode to growth mode—unlocking profitability for the first time in years. This powerful conversation explores the mindset shifts, feedback frameworks, and cultural pivots that enable leaders to go beyond performance—and create sustainable, people-first success. What You’ll Learn in This Episode The difference between being interested and being committed as a leader How to replace imposter syndrome with ownership and agency Why “up until now” can reframe setbacks into growth opportunities How coaching helped Eastridge return to profitability and redefine its culture The importance of feedback loops and empowered language in leadership teams What it takes to move from recovery mode to growth mode with confidence Rodrigo Alcaine is the CEO of Eastridge Workforce Solutions , a leading staffing and workforce services firm. With nearly two decades in the staffing industry, Rodrigo has built his career from recruiter to executive, leading through major transformation and organizational change. Through his partnership with Novus Global, Rodrigo and his leadership team have embraced ownership, commitment, and a vision-driven culture—turning a company in recovery mode into one poised for growth and long-term success. 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/foundations 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/

November 11, 2025Episode 1631 hr 5 min

The Leadership Playbook: Andy Stanley on Vision, Focus, and Multiplying Your Impact

Are you leading a team and feeling stretched thin, juggling constant demands, increasing complexity, and wondering if your influence will endure? How do you shape a legacy-driven organization that thrives long after you’re out of the room? In this episode of the Beyond High Performance Podcast, Jason Jaggard is joined by Andy Stanley, bestselling author, globally respected communicator, and host of the Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast, recognized by Forbes as one of the Top 6 Leadership Podcasts to Listen to in 2024 . From his book Next Generation Leader to leading the global impact of North Point Ministries, Andy shares battle-tested wisdom on vision-casting, building high-trust teams, and protecting margin so leaders can sustain what matters most. Discover why leadership isn’t simply about doing more, but doing what only you can do. Whether you're scaling a start-up or stewarding a global organization, this episode offers a powerful look into how elite leaders think about growth, legacy, and influence that lasts. 🌟 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: The Power of Focus – Why doing less creates more impact and how to protect your margin to lead better. Only Do What Only You Can Do – How to identify and maximize your highest-value work. The Multiplier Mindset – Why replacing yourself is the key to career security and organisational growth. The Vision Formula – How to craft and communicate a vision that never leaks. Leadership vs. Management – How to stay out of the weeds and create space for strategic thinking. Systems That Shape Culture – How to build organisations that run on clarity and trust. Andy Stanley is the Founder and Senior Pastor of North Point Ministries — a network impacting millions worldwide. A prolific author and communicator, Andy has spent over 30 years translating timeless principles of leadership into actionable insights for leaders across business, education, and faith sectors. His books (Visioneering, Next Generation Leader, Deep & Wide) and his Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast have inspired executives and teams around the world to lead with clarity and courage. 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/foundations 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/

November 4, 2025Episode 16247 min

This Is Your Brain on High Performance

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 Growth If 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/

October 28, 2025Episode 1611 hr 3 min

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 creativity Why curiosity and accountability are catalysts for personal and professional growth How shifting from “I can’t” to “I can test it” leads to breakthrough confidence The mindset change that helped Esther see every obstacle as an opportunity Why great coaching isn’t about being told what to do—it’s about awakening what’s already within you Esther’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/foundations 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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