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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 [...] -
Transcript: Bonita Norris – How I Set Goals (Max#33)
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 33 of the Maximise Potential podcast. We are extremely fortunate to welcome back Everest Record Holder [...] -
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 [...] -
Transcript: Andy North – Endurance Athlete (Max#31)
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 to episode 31 of the Maximise Potential podcast. In our last episode with Bremont Watches Andy English used an [...] -
Max#31: Andy North – Endurance Athlete
The Maximise Potential Podcast, brought to you in association with the Award-winning Recruitment Group Jenrick, is pleased to release its latest interview with Andy North as he approaches the Sunshine Challenge 2011 – Yorkshire to Gibraltar. Welcome to episode 31 of the Maximise Potential Podcast. In our last episode with Bremont Watches, Nick English used an expression [...] -
Transcript: Nick English – Bremont Watches (Max#30)
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 to episode 30 of the Maximise Potential podcast. Bremont Watches is rapidly becoming one of the premier luxury brands [...] -
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 [...] -
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 [...] -
Transcript: Jora Gill – global CTO (Max#27)
Welcome to the latest transcript of an inspiring interview with one of the very best CTO’s on the globe. He is renowned for being successful in applying effective management techniques from other industries within his own departments, resulting in him achieving a highly successful Company and career. Music Kevin: Welcome to Maximise Potential the podcast to educate [...] -
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 [...] -
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: 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 [...] -
Max#16: Elliott Cole – “my first full season in triathlon”
Today’s interview is with Triathlete, Elliott Cole who is giving us his regular training and event diary update. In this interview Elliott discusses: How well he competed in the London Triathlon 2010 How important the Maximise Potential Podcast has been in keeping him motivated throughout the season How he motivates himself towards maximising his own [...] -
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 [...] -
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 [...] -
Transcript: Elliott Cole Triathlete, Diary Update (Max#9)
Here is the transcript of the motivating interview with Elliott Cole, our budding triathlete training to compete in the 2016 Olympics, sharing his practical fitness tips to help others in maximising triathlon success to be successful in life. Music: Kevin: Welcome back to the Maximise Potential podcast, the podcast which enables you to maximise your career, business, [...] -
Transcript: Giles Christopher, Media Wisdom Photography (Max#7)
Here is the transcript of the first part interview with Giles Christopher of Media Wisdom Photography. Giles draws on how he became motivated to start his own business offering excellent advice for others helping them to be successful in their own life and business. Music Welcome back to the Maximise Potential podcast, the podcast which enables you [...] -
Transcript: Pen Hadow – Life after Solo (Max#13)
Here’s the transcript of the final motivating interview with famous explorer Pen Hadow. To be successful in life, Pen shares his inspiring story on the lessons he learnt from his explorations and his ventures to help him to succeed in his personal and business life, inspiring people to become successful in their own life, career [...] -
Transcript: Pen Hadow – “how I walked 440 miles to the North Pole and claimed my place in history” (Max#12)
Here is the transcript of Max#12, the motivating interview with Pen Hadow, Record Breaking Polar Explorer. He discusses his life after his Solo trek, how it changed him, what he learnt from the experience and how he has put those into not just his personal life but also his business life. The interview is designed [...] -
Transcript: Pen Hadow – “you can achieve any goal you set your mind to” (Max#11)
Here’s the transcript of the second installment with famous Explorer, Pen Hadow. In this motivating interview he discusses how you can achieve any goal if you put your mind to it inspiring people to be successful in life. Music Kevin: Welcome to Maximise Potential the podcast to educate and motivate through a range of original interviews designed [...] -
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 [...] -
Google: the future of search by Rob Torres
I stumbled across this interview with Google’s Managing Director for their ‘Travel’ division on an excellent podcast I listen to, called ‘Brands that Travel.’ There is a good blend of content in here, from the world’s most innovative company, that covers: Future trends in search The continued growth in mobile access and use Google’s response to the emerging powers [...] -
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 [...] -
Transcript: Pen Hadow, dealing with failure (Max#10)
Here is the first transcript of the motivating interview with Record Breaking Polar Explorer, Pen Hadow, as he shares his inspiring story on how he dealt with failure on his challenging Solo trek to the North Pole. He also draws on how to remian positive at tough times, something he had to contend with repeatedly [...] -
Max#11: Pen Hadow – “you can achieve any goal you set your mind to”
This is our second interview with record-breaking polar explorer Pen Hadow where he discusses: how his desire to constantly challenge himself, even as a child, had - and still has - a massive bearing on his life also how it made him accustomed [...] -
Elliott Cole Update: 8th August London Triathlon
In racing there are bad days and then there are bad days, unfortunately for me the 2010 Challenger World London Triathlon was a bad day. As this race marks the 12 month anniversary since my first ever triathlon and with it being the biggest triathlon in the world I’d been looking forward to the race for [...] -
Max#10: Pen Hadow, Polar Explorer – ‘how I deal with failure’
Pen Hadow became the first man in the world to walk unsupported and without re-supply to the North Pole in 2003 – a feat which many have tried to emulate and all have failed. To this day, it is his name alone that is in the record books for completing this incredible journey, which has [...] -
Elliott Cole Update: 25th July Dextro Energy Hyde Park Triathlon
Olympic fever swept across the humble surroundings of Hyde Park on the weekend of 24th & 25th July when the Dextro Energy ITU Triathlon rolled in to town with over 2,000 world class athletes descending on London for Round 5 of the 2010 Dextro Energy ITU Triathlon World Championships. As this race uses virtually the same [...] -
Transcript: Elliott Cole, Triathlete – diary update (Max#5)
Here is the transcript of one of the on-going motivating interviews with Elliott Cole, our aspiring triathlete, as we follow him in his triathlete training as he offers his top tips on maximising triathlon success. Kevin: So welcome back to the Maximize Potential podcast, the podcast that allows you to maximize your career, business, and life [...] -
Max#9: Elliott Cole Triathlete – diary update
Today’s interview is with Triathlete, Elliott Cole who is giving us his regular training and event diary update. In this interview Elliott discusses how well he competed in his first two Olympic Distance Triathlons for the season, as well as highlighting some excellent (yet so simple) fitness tips for people to implement to take advantage [...] -
Max#8: Maximising a business in a saturated marketplace (Media Widsom interview part 2)
Today’s interview the second in our series with Award Winning Photographic Company, Media Wisdom, with today’s episode being with Abi Cockcroft, joint-founder and owner of the company. Abi talks specifically about how Media Widsom was launched, 9 years ago, into an already saturated and heavily competitive marketplace. She explains the approach they have used to build [...] -
Elliott Cole Update: 4th July Steelman Triathlon
Dorney Lake in Eton is renowned for being windy on the calmest of days but Sunday 4th July were without doubt the windiest conditions I’ve ever raced in. Sunday 4th July saw the annual Human Race Steelman Triathlon take place at the Olympic rowing facility in Eton with 700 athletes entered for the event. On a normal [...] -
Elliott Cole Update: 2010 Nokia Windsor Triathlon
There aren’t many Sunday morning’s where you look forward to the alarm going off at 5am but Sunday 13th June was one of them as this particular Sunday saw the 20th annual running of the Nokia Windsor Triathlon, a race I’d been looking forward to for months. The Nokia Windsor Triathlon is one of the most [...] -
Transcript: Steve Davies, Management Consultant (part 2 of2)
Podcast #6: Steve Davies, Management Consultant Pt. II – Spring ‘10 Transcript provided by: A Writer’s Magic awritersmagic@gmail.com Kevin: Welcome back to the Maximise Potential podcast, the podcast which enables you to maximise your career, business, and life potential through listening to a range of motivating interviews. Hello everybody and welcome back to Episode six of the Maximise Potential [...] -
Max#7: Giles Christopher, Founder of Media Wisdom Photography
Today’s interview is with Giles Christopher, founder and owner of Media Wisdom Photography. Giles talks about the highs and lows of his early career in the movie and film business before moving on to discuss his motivations for starting his own business. Giles is not only interesting, but is also an incredibly passionate and articulate person [...]