Avoid These 4 Mistakes or Stay Stuck All Year

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04/02/25 • 9 min

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You didn’t fail your Q1 goals—your strategy did.

This episode is your reset button. Every year, millions set bold January goals...
And by March, they’re buried under busy-ness and excuses. Sound familiar?
I’ve been there—and so have the world’s top performers I work with.

In this episode, I break down exactly why we fall short... And how to reset for a powerful, focused Q2.

What You’ll Learn:
✅ Why vague goals always fail—and what to do instead
✅ How to build in accountability (without relying on willpower)
✅ What high performers do differently when setbacks hit
✅ The 90-day sprint framework that will change your year
✅ The one 10-minute reflection that leads to long-term success

If you’re ready to stop drifting and start leading with clarity—this one’s for you.

FREE Q2 Reset Masterclass
Join me Sunday, April 6th @ 7PM NZT for a high-impact 60-minute session.
You’ll walk away with a crystal-clear roadmap for Q2—and momentum to carry it through.
👉 Register here: https://www.jjlaughlin.com/2025goals

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This episode was sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can find them at nzmortgages.co.nz.

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You didn’t fail your Q1 goals—your strategy did.

In this episode, I break down exactly why we fall short... And how to reset for a powerful, focused Q2.

If you’re ready to stop drifting and start leading with clarity—this one’s for you.

If this episode sparked something in you, share it with someone who’s ready to lead their life on purpose.

And if you'd like to sponsor the show or our newsletter, email [email protected] or DM me on social.

This episode was sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can find them at nzmortgages.co.nz.

Get the Growth Weekly Newsletter sent straight to your inbox and join 1000’s of other high-performers on the road to self-mastery - https://www.jjlaughlin.com/newsletter

On my channel I aim to bring you world-class guests and create epic videos to help you level up your leadership and personal mastery.

If you could take the time to subscribe, that would help my channel grow and it would mean you wouldn’t miss an episode. Subscribe here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6GETJbxpgulYcYc6QAKLHA?sub_confirmation=1

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How Naomi Ballantyne Became NZ’s First Billion-Dollar Female Founder

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In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Naomi Ballantyne—one of New Zealand’s most successful entrepreneurs and the first Kiwi woman to sell a company for over a billion dollars.

From humble beginnings in a tiny three-bedroom house with five kids and two parents, to building and leading some of the most innovative life insurance companies in the country, Naomi’s story is raw, riveting, and radically inspiring.

She shares how emotional resilience, relentless curiosity, and a fierce commitment to doing the right thing helped her defy the odds—not once, but again and again.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why growing up in scarcity sparked Naomi’s entrepreneurial fire.
The mindset that turns adversity into advantage—and pain into power.
How to lead with humility while building a billion-dollar business.
What most boards get wrong—and how to fix it.
The surprising truth about strategy (it’s not what you think).
Why parenting, not school, is still the most powerful teacher.

Why You Should Listen:
Naomi doesn’t fit the mould—and that’s exactly why she’s been able to break it. She’s built multiple companies from the ground up, challenged a male-dominated industry, and led with heart, grit, and an unshakable sense of purpose.

Whether you’re a founder, a leader, a parent—or someone who’s ever wondered if they’re “good enough”—this conversation will remind you that you don’t have to fit in to make a mark. You just have to show up, stay curious, and never forget who you are.

If you want to lead with purpose—and on your own terms—this episode is unmissable.

This episode was proudly sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can contact them here - https://www.nzmortgages.co.nz

Connect with Naomi on LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-ballantyne-578b0a248/?originalSubdomain=nz
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Next Episode

The Diary of a CEO's 1% Mentality & Marketing Secrets - Grace Andrews, Marketing Director TELLS ALL!

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In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with Grace Andrews—global brand strategist, digital creator, and right hand to one of the most influential entrepreneurs on the planet, Steven Bartlett.

At just 27, Grace has helped shape The Diary of a CEO into a global media force. But what’s even more impressive? Her ability to distill complex brand and content strategy into tactical, human language—and deliver it with heart.

This conversation is part masterclass, part behind-the-scenes access, and part reminder that being “too obsessed” might just be your superpower.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why your personal brand is your digital reputation—and how to shape it with intention.
The three metrics Grace obsesses over (and why “likes” aren’t one of them).
How to create content people actually care about (hint: it's not about you).
The secret to building a team that thrives on pressure, pace, and purpose.
Why naivety—not experience—was the secret ingredient to building a global podcast empire.
How to turn a podcast (or any piece of content) into a media flywheel.

Why You Should Listen:

Grace is rewriting the rules of brand building—by actually playing the long game. She’s not following trends, she’s creating them. She’s not trying to be everywhere—she’s focused on being essential.

Whether you're a founder, a marketer, a content creator, or someone trying to get your message to land—this episode will give you the clarity, tools, and mindset to show up online with purpose, strategy, and soul.

And if you’ve ever thought “I don’t have time to post”—Grace has a few thoughts for you.

This episode isn’t just about social media. It’s about attention. And if you want to earn it, this conversation is unmissable.

This episode was proudly sponsored by NZ Mortgages. You can contact them here - https://www.nzmortgages.co.nz

Connect with Grace on LinkedIn here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-andrews1/?originalSubdomain=uk
Connect with Grace on Instagram here - https://www.instagram.com/the.socialclimber/?hl=en

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James Laughlin is a High Performance Leadership Coach, Former 7-Time World Champion, Host of the Lead On Purpose Podcast and

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