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Even though around half of any population identify as introverts, this is one aspect of diversity and inclusion that is often overlooked. Every Thursday join flourishing introvert and TEDx speaker Joanna Rawbone MSc, as she explores the costly challenges that introverts face on a regular basis. With her typically pragmatic approach, Joanna’s show includes a mix of 10-minute topics, interviews with inspirational introverts and episodes on how to get the best from introverts. If you are an int ...
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Author and Triathlon Coach, Matt Dixon, will empower and educate you to integrate sport into life in order to reach your athletic potential because, it is through the lens of athletic potential, that you reach your human potential. In addition to topics such as planning your fitness into a time-starved life, the show will provide in-depth interviews, advice, and insight into optimizing your health, work, and life performance, along with the critical habits and approaches that facilitate the ...
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Michael Neill is an internationally renowned transformative teacher, author, broadcaster, and speaker, described as having the unique ability to “blend the sacred with the profane”. The inside-out understanding at the heart of his work challenges the cultural mythology that stress, pressure, and other symptoms of “seriousness” are a necessary part of adaptation and growth in business or indeed any area of life. In his role as CEO of Genius Catalyst Inc. since its inception in the UK in 1990 ...
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How do we bring out the potential in all people, including those with disabilities? Get ready to be inspired, hear success stories and learn tips and principles for bringing out the best in the people in your organization. Brought to you by Debra Ruh, CEO of Ruh Global and Sara Ruh, Chief Inspiration Officer. For more information visit www.ruhglobal.com
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Rainbows are Circles is a podcast celebrating the magic, wonder and possibility of life! Get fresh insights from inspirational guests discussing personal development, spirituality, alternative health and "magical" practices (think astrology, crystals, and energy healing, oh my!) Much of what we discuss is not mainstream or scientifically proven - which is exactly why it's so important to approach the topics with openness, curiosity, and a willingness to be guided by our own direct experience ...
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Would you like to feel more hopeful about addiction or addictive behavior, whether it's something you're dealing with directly or in the life of a partner or friend? This week, Michael introduces a radically different way of thinking about addiction that might just open up a whole new way of addressing it that's even simpler than you think.…
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Is presence, and being present one and the same thing? In this episode I explore the curious concept of presence and being present from an introvert's perspective. I am choosing to explore this from the lens of negotiation. Through introspection and reflection on personal significance, impact on personal brand, and internal conflicts, I take you to…
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Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! Our mission is to empower individuals to reach their athletic and full potential. Today, we’ll discuss injuries— a common frustration among endurance athletes—and how to reduce your injury risk as you prepare for the upcoming season during the off-season. While this time can feel like downtime, it’s actually a c…
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When life gives you lemons, do you a) complain about how much you hate lemons, b) make lemonade, or c) leave them in the kitchen to deal with them later? Join Michael this week to find out why "c" might be the best answer of them all.
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Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! As winter approaches, it's the perfect time to talk about indoor riding. When the weather gets rough, we take our rides indoors on the bike trainer. It's a great way to stay in shape and improve your outdoor riding. This week on the PurplePatch Podcast, we want to share some tips to help you maximize your traini…
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Summary Negotiation, Negotiation, Negotiation - it is happening everywhere and at all stages of our lives. I explore negotiation skills specifically tailored for introverts and how we already negotiate in our day to day lives. More importantly, how and why being more intentional in our negotiation skills serves us well. I debunk the myth that negot…
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Welcome to the Purple Patch podcast. This new mini-series will reflect on over two decades of coaching top endurance athletes and executives. Join IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon as he’ll draw lessons from these individuals to help you achieve high performance in various aspects of life. These high-performance lessons will be integrated into monthl…
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If the title of this week's episode sounds hopeful, untrue, or even a little bit crazy, listen in as Michael shares the unexpected source of fear and an unexpected key to living fearlessly.
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Summary If you are an introvert, I can almost guarantee that you have experienced bias. This episode is all about the prevalent extroversion bias within organisations. Our societal preferences for traits like chattiness and outward displays of confidence can mean that we are sidelined and our contributions go unheard. I bravely explore bias we intr…
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In part two of a two part series, Michael talks about wisdom - what it is and how we can make use of it to create a completely different experience of life and pretty much everything in it.
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Summary Let us unpack the complexities of building dynamically inclusive teams by leveraging the natural strengths that introverts bring to the table. In this episode we explore how inclusivity within teams can be achieved through mutual trust, psychological safety, and what Enola Consulting calls "compassionate efficiency." It's about creating a s…
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Episode 332: Off-Season PART THREE: Q and A session with Matt Dixon - All Your Off-Season Questions Answered
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Welcome back to the Purple Patch Podcast! This is the final part of our three-part series on setting up a great off-season for athletes. We recommend checking out the first episodes of the series. In episode one, we discussed the importance of the Off-Season and the need for a real break while also laying a strong foundation for the upcoming year. …
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In part one of a two part series, Michael shares the difference between thoughts and thinking and why one of them inevitably works better and is of more use than the other.
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Summary If only people could just listen, and notice how it helps people to heal. Despite my decades-long campaign to improve our listening skills, people are more interested in learning how to present or use language to influence. In fact from early years, we're taught how to read & write, but not how to listen. Central to this episode is the inhe…
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Welcome back to the Purple Patch Podcast! This is part two of our three-part series on the Off-Season. We've reimagined the Off-Season to help you thrive and achieve success in the upcoming season. This week, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon discusses the Purple Patch Off-Season, focusing on a comprehensive 18-week training plan that extends into th…
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Do you think you need to change the world to change your experience? Or are you a fan of ideas like "change your thinking, change your life"? This week, Michael shares a surprising alternative explanation for what changes the game and how to put it to work in your own life.
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Summary Oh the daunting world of networking, how it bothers we introverts. In this episode I share how we can look at networking from a fresh perspective, an encouraging one at that. Acknowledging our discomfort with traditional networking methods, I share my own journey and how I've come to see it as an opportunity to build meaningful relationship…
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A year ago, we at Purple Patch decided to completely reimagine our Off-Season training. We wanted to address the question of how to deliver a block of training for our athletes that is crucial for their long-term development and results, while also providing them with flexibility and a much-needed mental and physical break. We recognized the import…
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Listen in as Michael shares some hints to the simple secret for success in the newest book from Caffeine for the Soul press called, appropriately enough, A Rich Man's Secret.
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Summary In this episode I take a closer look at the reality of companies championing inclusivity and actual gap in implementation on the ground. This gap can create a trust deficit which is neither good for the team nor the leadership. And psychological safety takes the hit in this process - which is never a good thing! My primary aim is explore ho…
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Welcome to another episode of the Purple Patch podcast. This week, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon explores the concept of Child’s play. What do children have to do with our pursuit of high performance in work, life, and sport? It turns out, quite a bit. While it may sometimes seem like kids do nothing but go to school, say the wildest things, and …
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Have you ever noticed yourself putting something off for days, weeks, or even months that in reality would take less than an hour to get done? Join Michael this week as he shares the only obstacle to getting things done and how to overcome it.
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Summary Welcome to the new and 21st season of The Flourishing Introvert Talks. We are diving into the often-overlooked contributions of introverted leaders within our evolving work environments. In the post-lockdown world there's been a noticeable shift from initial acceptance to a push for Return-to-Office mandates. This regression is driven by pe…
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Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! As we air this show, most Purple Patch athletes are busy preparing for a variety of late-season races. We have the Ironman World Championships in Nice for the women, the Ironman World Championships in Kona for the men, the Ironman 70.3 World Championships in New Zealand, and the T100 series ramping up with the c…
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Drawing on both Christian and Buddhist tradition, this week Michael shares a secular interpretation of some fundamental spiritual truths about heaven, hell, and how life works here on earth!
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Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! This week, we discuss taking on a challenge and kickstarting your journey of transformation. This episode is filled with stories of achieving extraordinary accomplishments, from athletes winning championships to individuals overcoming health challenges and excelling in leadership. They all dared to commit to the…
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If you've ever driven yourself crazy trying to make a decision, changing your mind on a daily basis, listen in as Michael points out a simpler way to navigate your life that bypasses your inner "arguments" and takes advantage of the elegance of our natural design!
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Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast. This week, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon discusses a crucial aspect of your performance journey – finding purpose and setting goals. These two elements are essential for success, whether aiming for a world championship, building a business, or simply striving to be the best version of yourself. They are the fo…
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Would you like to be able to move on from unhelpful habits without needing a 30, 60, or 90 day re-programming plan? In this week's episode, Michael shares a simple way to work with our own common sense to change pretty much anything with presence and ease!
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