Could You Pass Special Forces Selection? with Simon Jeffries

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In this episode of Lead On Purpose, I sit down with former UK
Special Forces operator and performance coach Simon Jefferies to
unpack how to perform under pressure without burning out.





From surviving brutal SBS selection to building simple systems
for state control, mindset and habits, Simon shares how anyone
can train their mind like an elite operator.





What we cover:


Why fewer than ten percent pass UK Special Forces selection
and why robustness beats raw fitness

The mindset that separates quitters from finishers, including
emotional control and self discipline

Simon’s three part model for high performance, state
regulation, mindset work and simple daily systems

Practical tools for pressure, reframing, self talk,
controlling the controllables and after action reviews

How to protect your energy with intentional mornings, deep
work, boundaries with tech and real recovery

Why journalling, breath work and honest reflection help you
align who you are with how you live






If you are ready to lead with clarity, composure and purpose,
this conversation is a masterclass.





Learn more about Simon here - https://thenaturaledge.com

Connect with Simon on LinkedIn here -
https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonjeffries/

Connect with Simon on IG here -
https://www.instagram.com/the.natural.edge/


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workshop for your team contact Caroline at
caroline@jjlaughlin.com






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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 an
Executive Coach to high performers and leaders. James is based in
Christchurch, New Zealand.


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