Mastermind: Kieran Read

Mastermind: Kieran Read

Author: Jeremy Snape November 18, 2022 Duration: 41:15

Kieran Read is a former captain of the New Zealand All Blacks rugby team. He is one of the most capped players of all time, playing number 8 between 2008 and 2019. He was voted IRB player of the year in 2013 and led the All Blacks to a world record of 19 consecutive wins. In today’s episode, we delve into his personal story and the revered culture of the All Blacks. 

Tune in as we unpack the spiritual philosophy of Whakapapa, the impact of the Haka war dance before each match, how Kieran and the team handle pressure and inspirational strategies to help you to deliver high performance. .

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Links mentioned

To learn more about Kieran’s leadership work visit https://www.kieranread.co.nz/ 

Join Jeremy for the ‘The Winning Mindset of 2023’ Webinar : https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctdeuqqTsiHNcjzblZiLOf8ZJtEKGyXigH 

Mastermind: James Kerr: https://www.sportingedge.com/podcasts/episode-58.html 

‘Legacy’ by James Kerr: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZY8YHNE/


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What does it actually take to perform at the very highest level? That’s the question driving Inside the Mind of Champions, hosted by former England cricketer Jeremy Snape. For a decade, Jeremy has been on a global quest to decode the psychology of success, moving far beyond the cricket pitch. His conversations aren’t just with legendary athletes and coaches; he sits down with neuroscientists, special forces operatives, top-tier business leaders, and performing artists to find the common threads in their mental frameworks. Each episode of this podcast feels like a privileged access pass, where you’ll hear firsthand accounts of pressure, resilience, and the subtle thought patterns that separate the good from the truly great. You won’t just get inspirational stories-you’ll get tangible insights into decision-making, leadership under stress, and cultivating a mindset that thrives on challenge. Whether you’re an entrepreneur facing a critical pitch, a manager building a team, or simply curious about the inner workings of excellence, this series translates the principles of championship thinking into something you can apply. Jeremy’s unique background as both an international sportsman and a performance consultant allows him to ask the nuanced questions that reveal how these exceptional individuals consistently win, create, and lead. Tune in for a deep, practical exploration of what happens behind the scenes of remarkable achievement.
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