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Get Inspired Archive
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Bonita Norris shares her experience of Ama Dablam
Bonita Norris, as featured on the Maximise Potential Podcast, recently achieved her latest adventure of reaching the summit of Ama Dablam. Here is her blog article as she shares her experience: Having had a few days back in the UK i’ve finally had some time to digest what has been an incredible expedition to Ama [...] -
Bonita Norris – The Ice Queen
Bonita Norris, youngest british woman to climb Mount Everest has featured on the Maximise Potential Podcast, not once but twice! Here is an article we found recently regarding how she and other female explorers are setting a good example to young girls today: The arrival of Amelia Hempleman-Adams, 16, at the South Pole last week was [...] -
Transcript: How I rowed the Atlantic – Richard Hume (Max#36)
Music Kevin: Welcome to Maximise Potential the podcast to educate and motivate through a range of original interviews designed to help you maximise your potential. Brought to you in association with the award winning recruitment group Jenrick. Okay welcome back to episode 36 of the Maximise Potential Podcast and the second instalment of our interview with Richard [...] -
Transcript: Becoming a Triple Ironman – Richard Hume (Max#36)
Music Kevin: Welcome to Maximise Potential the podcast to educate and motivate through a range of original interviews designed to help you maximise your potential. Brought to you in association with the award winning recruitment group Jenrick. Welcome back to Episode 35 of the Maximise Potential podcast. Being able to complete an ironman event is said to [...] -
Max#36: How I rowed the Atlantic – Richard Hume
As well as being a triple ironman finisher, Richard Hume is also one a very select group of people to have completed the Atlantic Ocean Rowing Race. This gruelling 3,000 mile event, which can take over 80 days to complete, challenges competitors in ways not comparible to most other endurance events. Dealing with the isolation, the monotony, [...] -
Max#35: Becoming a triple ironman – Richard Hume
Being able to complete an ironman event is said to be one of the most extreme tests of mental and physical endurance on the planet. Competing continuously for over 12 hours; swimming 2 ½ miles, then cycling for 112 miles before completing a 26 mile marathon, will push anyone to their absolute limits. However, now try and [...] -
Former British Table Tennis number one Matthew Syed talks to SWHS pupils about effort
Matthew Syed, author of the best British Sports book 2011 BOUNCE and as featured on the Maximise Potential Podcast, talks to SWHS pupils about effort. FURTHER RESOURCES: Motivating interview: Click here to listen to a motivating interview with Matthew Syed Articles and Resources: Click here to view more articles on Matthew Syed -
Bonita Norris Summits Ama Dablam
Bonita Norris, as featured on the Maximise Potential Podcast has added a third Himalayan peak to her tally. Bonita Norris, the youngest British woman to have climbed Mount Everest, has now also successfully climbed Ama Dablam (6,856m) in the Nepalese Himalaya. Reaching the peak of Ama Dablam is a fantastic achievement for Bonita. She promised herself [...] -
David Weir focusses soley on winning Gold at London 2012
Double Paralympic gold medalist David Weir missed the New York Marathon earlier this month all in the name of London 2012 glory, writes Ben Baker. The 32-year-old wheelchair racer from Wallington had a 12 months to remember last season, with triple gold at the IPC World Championships in New Zealand over 800m, [...] -
Andy North COMPLETES the Sunshine Challenge 2011
Congratulations to Andy North (featured on episode 31 of Maximise Potential), Mike Senior and Dave Edwards who have successfully COMPLETED their amazing test of endurance, raising over £50,000 for two Armed Forces Charities. Here is was some news footage of them as they reached Gibraltar: Also, here is an article from the Yorkshire Post: Three amateur athletes have [...] -
Max#33: Bonita Norris – how I set goals
The lastest episode to be uploaded to the Maximise Potential Podcast is an incredibly inspiring interview with Bonita Norris, the youngest British woman ever to climb Mount Everest at the age of 22. Bonita is returning to the Maximise Potential Podcast to share with us the mental techniques, approaches and goal-setting strategies that she used [...] -
Dai Greene – is this the expression of someone maximising their potential?
I just watched the replay of Dia Greene storming the victory in the IAAF Athletic World Championships, capturing Great Britain’s first Gold Medal of the Championships on his way to becoming the Men’s 400 metre hurdle champion. Dia was probably the least known of all of GB’s medal hopefuls; yet, he turned in a performance, which [...] -
David Walliams takes on Sport Relief Thames challenge
Now here is another great example of someone Maximising their Potential, and really testing themselves to see how far they can go . . . Comedian David Walliams is set to swim about 140 miles of the River Thames in just eight days for Sport Relief. Starting on 5 September, the Little Britain star will swim [...] -
Steve Jobs – Founder of Apple
Steve Jobs has been most of the most remarkable Leaders in the Digital Age, however news today confirmed that Steve Jobs is stepping down from his role as CEO of Apple. As a Leader, a Businessman, a Visionary and Inventor, Steve Jobs is clearly an individual who tried his all to Maximise his Potential, and [...] -
Sam Parker on Leadership – inspiring videos
The goal of Maximise Potential is to help people develop in all areas of their life, and truly Maximise Their Potential. We do this by producing our own inspiring and educational podcasts and by also bringing together the best content from all over the Internet. For quite a while now, we have been fans of Sam [...] -
Max#30: Nick English – Bremont Watches
The Maximise Potential Podcast, brought to you in association with the Award-winning Recruitment Group Jenrick, is pleased to release its latest interview with Nick English, co-Founder of Bremont Watches. Bremont Watches is rapidly becoming one of the premier luxury brands within the mechanical watch market, a fact that has been further confirmed when they recently won [...] -
Andy North – In 6 weeks I’ll run 25 marathons & cycle 1,300 miles to raise £50,000 for charity
Andy North is taking on one of the most challenging endurance pursuits I’ve ever known is his quest to raise £50,000 for Forces Children’s Trust and ABF The Soldiers Charity. Starting in August, Andy will be running a total of 25 marathons, cycling 1,300 miles and even kayaking 25 miles across the English Channel to achieve [...] -
David Goggins – the world’s ultimate endurance athlete?
David Goggins is one of the best endurance athletes on the globe. He is a man committed to pushing himself and challenging his boundaries at every opportunity. Yet, whilst he achieves countless personal goals, he is also raising essential funds for the education of children. Learn more about David Goggins, Navy SEAL and ultra-marathon runner, by watching [...] -
Max#28: Dean Macey – International Decathlete
Traditionally, the title of the “World’s Greatest Athlete” has been given to the man who wins the decathlon. Dean Macey, or the Dean Machine, as he was so frequently referred to, is one of the unique individuals to have achieved this accolade, doing so at the 2006 Commonwealth Games. Dean would undoubtedly have finished his career with [...] -
Max#27: Jora Gill – global CTO
Jora Gill has developed a reputation for being one of the very best CTO’s (Chief Technical Officers) on the globe. He is regularly featured in leading Management publications and is a frequent guest speaker and panelist at global conferences regarding innovative Management Techniques and the future of IT. He is seen as a pioneer who regularly [...] -
Max#23: Steve Morris, Morgan Motor Company Director of Operations
Morgan Motor Company is Britain’s sole surviving car manufacturer, yet far from just surviving, the car company is currently experiencing one of its most successful ever commercial periods and is being increasingly seen as one of Britain’s global success stories. Following on from our interview with Head Designer, Matt Humphries, featured on episode [...] -
Max#22: Sam Brown – World Taekwon-Do Champion
Sam Brown is the current World Taekwon-Do Champion, achieving this incredible feat in the first ever World Championships to be held in the founding country of the martial art, Korea. In today’s interview with Maximise Potential, Sam shares the interesting journey he has taken over the last eight years in order for him to achieve [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: The Donald Driver Story
Inspirational at the very least. Recommended to me is the inspiring story of Donald Driver, wide receiver of the Green Bay Packers, and his road to the NFL. This story proves how anyone can achieve what they want if they put their mind to it. By far the most inspirational player and person out there! What [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Jake Olson – A True Inspiration
Take a look at this very powerful and inspirational story of Jake Olson, I’m sure you will agree that if there is anything to learn from this, its that we should all be appreciative of what we have. It’s remarkable how Jake remains so positive and I think we can all learn a lesson from this [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Terry Fox – a Canadian Hero
Terry Fox was and still is an inspiration to all who know his story and this is one that has stuck with me. It will always be remembered what he has done for not only cancer research, but in showing love to others he did not even know. Terry is a great example of someone who [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Why do I run?
Recommended to us recently, this video is sure to motivate you whether you’re a keen runner or not. Following the life of a dedicated runner, he shares how he pushes himself to the limit to get positive results, helping to motivate not only himself but others surrounding him too creating a strong team spirit. Watching this [...] -
Max#21: Matt Humphries, Morgan Motor Company Head of Design
Morgan Motor Company is Britain’s sole surviving car manufacturer, yet far from just surviving, the car company is currently experiencing one of its most successful ever commercial periods and is being increasingly seen as one of Britain’s global success stories. I recently recorded this four part interview series at the Morgan factory in Malvern with key [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Clay Dyer – The Most Inspirational Fisherman Ever
The inspiring story of Clay Dyer- the most inspirational fisherman ever. This may be the most important 10 minutes of your life. Watch this video and realize that your problems are small compared to others. If this video inspired you, here’s another inspiring story of Nick Vujicic, also very motivating and humbling and is sure to [...] -
Max#19: David Weir – Great Britain’s most successful wheelchair racer
The latest episode to be uploaded to the Maximise Potential Podcast is an incredibly inspiring interview with David Weir, Great Britain’s Top Wheelchair Racer who has completely re-written the record books within the sport. This phenomenal racer has won four London Marathons, three of those consecutively. At the 2008 Beijing Paralympics, he won two golds, a [...] -
Max#18: Bonita Norris – How I became the Youngest British Woman to climb Mount Everest
The lastest episode to be uploaded to the Maximise Potential Podcast is an incredibly inspiring interview with Bonita Norris, the youngest British women ever to climb Mount Everest at the age of 22, an incredible feat that took amazing courage and skill, inspiring people all over the World to maximise their own potential and be [...] -
CONGRATULATIONS to David Weir as he wins New York Marathon wheelchair race
Congratulations to David Weir, British Paralympic Champion for winning his first New York Marathon wheelchair title. Here is an extract taken from the BBC Sport website on his fantastic achievement, inspiring people all around the World. Paralympic champion David Weir claimed his first New York Marathon wheelchair title after edging out Japan’s Masazumi Soejima in a thilling [...] -
CONGRATULATIONS Greg Searle for winning Silver Medal and to Team GB for topping the table
Massive congratulations to Greg Searle, recently interviewed on the Maximise Potential Podcast, for winning his first Silver World Championships medal and to Team GB for winning Gold, pushing Great Britain to the top of the medals table. Below is an extract taken from the British Rowing webiste with details on their fantastic achievements inspiring people [...] -
Max#17: Tony Dobbyn – “How I motivate a team to achieve amazing results”
Today’s interview is with Tony Dobbyn, The Global Head of Service Operations for one of the largest Financial Corporations in the World. Tony has gained a worldwide reputation for being one of the most effective managers at maximising the productivity of teams, especially in relation to helping teams adjust after a merger or acquistion. Tony’s interview [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Randy Pausch – ‘Time Management’ and ‘Achieving your Childhood Dreams’
On September 18, 2007, computer science professor Randy Pausch stepped in front of an audience of 400 people at Carnegie Mellon University to deliver a last lecture called “Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams.” With slides of his CT scans beaming out to the audience, Randy told his audience about the cancer that [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Derek Redmond – Barcelona Olympics 1992
Derek Redmond was one of GB’s most talented 400 meter runners. He held the British record for the 400 metres sprint (contesting it with his fierce rival, Roger Black), and won gold medals in the 4×400 metres relay at the World Championships, European Championships and Commonwealth Games. However his career was blighted by a series of [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Father and son race in an Ironman
Thanks to Sophie Paterson of Jenrick Commerical for introducing us to this very powerful and inspiring story of Dick and Rick Hoyt, Father and son (otherwise known as Team Hoyt) who regularly race in marathons and triathlons together and more recently have achieved the Ironman, the toughest triathlon to date. The son, Rick, was diagnosed with [...] -
RIGHT BRAIN – WAKE UP!!!
Brief intro . . . I’ve been listening to ‘A Whole New Mind’ by Dan Pink and enjoying every minute of it – AND, all of a sudden, the key to the whole message contained within the book has sunk in (or at least my interpretation of it for my company, at least). Quick summary of the [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Patrick Henry Hughes – musician
Patrick Hughes is a young man at Univ. of Louisville who was born blind and crippled, yet now plays the piano and sings beautifully as well as “marches” in the Louisville marching band with his father. I have uploaded two videos featuring Patrick, the first gives a brief summary of his life and how [...] -
Max#15: Greg Searle – Olympic & World Champion Rower
One of the key objectives of the Maximise Potential Podcast is to bring our audience real stories of success from real people, with the goal of inspiring others to take positive action in their lives in order to be motivated and successful. Today’s interview is no exception as I am extremely proud to welcome our first [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Nick Vujicic – “no arms, no legs, no worries!”
Nick Vujicic is a truly inspiring person in so many ways and thank you to everyone for suggesting Nick as a source for your personal inspiration. I’ve posted one of Nick’s most popular You Tube videos below, but I would urge everyone to go and check out his others because they are so motivating and humbling [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Paraplegic James Wood to Swim Channel
I’ve been hearing about this guy a lot in the news recently and wanted to share the story with everyone. What an inspiration he is. We at Maximise Potential wish James the very best of luck in his incredible challenge today. Here’s the article I read from the Spinal Injuries Association website: On Wednesday the 22nd September James [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Man with no arms and no legs crosses Channel 10 hours ahead of schedule
I saw this article over the weekend and just had to share it with everyone on Maximise Potential. I think it’s a great inspiration to us all. Last updated at 11:28 AM on 20th September 2010 A man with no arms and no legs was today celebrating becoming the first to swim across the English Channel – [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Andrew Flintoff – England and Lancashire Cricketer (retired)
Andrew Flintoff retired from all forms of cricket today. He was undoubtedly one of the greatest entertainers to have graced the game, but the question I would ask is did he truly maximise his potential? The debate will continue long after his exploits have ceased to be back page, or even front page for that matter, news. The [...] -
INSPIRING PEOPLE: Dan Pink – the author of ‘a whole new mind’
Dan Pink, the acclaimed author of ‘a whole new mind’ has been a name repeatedly mentioned throughout seveal discussions that have taken place on Linked IN recently, surrounding the subject of ‘what motivates us.’ I’m actually reading (or I should be honest and say listening) to ‘a whole new mind’ right now and I have to [...] -
Max#13: Pen Hadow – “how I maximise my potential”
In our final interview with record-breaking polar explorer Pen Hadow we discuss: How Pen’s life changed when he returned home after his record-breaking feat. What his achievements taught him with regards to the need for work/life balance. How ‘Maximising one’s Potential’ is all within the mind. The model Pen applies in his own life to continue challenging himself. As with [...] -
Inspiring People: Lewis Pugh, extreme cold water swimmer
Lewis Pugh talks about his record-breaking swim across the North Pole. He braved the icy waters (in a Speedo) to highlight the melting icecap. Watch for astonishing footage — and some blunt commentary on the realities of supercold-water swims: After he swam the North Pole, Lewis Pugh vowed never to take another [...] -
MAXIMISE POTENTIAL PODCAST – #2 in latest i-tunes charts
After just 12 episodes we are amazed to see that the Maximise Potential Podcast is mixing it with the best on i-tunes! The latest charts have been released and Maximise Potential is ranked as the 2nd most popular podast within Careers. Jenrick is the leading sponsor of the podcast, which only started back in May of [...] -
Max#12: Pen Hadow – “how I walked 440 miles to the North Pole and claimed my place in history”
In this interview with record-breaking polar explorer Pen Hadow we discuss: Pen’s successful trek to the North Pole, solo and without re-supply, where he made history by becoming the first (and only) person to do so. How he had to dig deeper into his mental and physical resources than he had ever done so before How it felt [...] -
Inspiring People: JK Rowling “How I deal with failure”
JK Rowling has easily become one of the most successful and inspiring people on the planet due to the popularity of the Harry Potter books and films. Many people have found her Harvard acceptance speach particularly motivating and inspirational, mainly due to her description of how she approaches and overcomes failure: These videos were recommended to me [...]