Mindset: The Hidden Ingredient of High Performance

Join Dr Tom Bates and Emma Lawson as they launch Exceed High Performance — a podcast decoding the mindset and behaviours that unlock human potential.Welcome to the first episode of the Exceed High Performance Podcast with Dr Tom Bates and Emma Lawson.Dr Tom Bates is one of the UK’s leading performance psychologists, working at the highest level of elite sport — from Premier League football and international rugby to motorsport, MMA and two Olympic cycles with Team GB. Emma Lawson is a transformation lead in global business, driving change and unlocking potential in complex organisations.Together, they explore what it really takes to perform at the highest level — in sport, in business and in life.In this opening conversation, Tom reveals:Why mindset is the hidden ingredient of high performance;The common traits he sees in world-class performers;The extraordinary moments that have shaped his career.If you’ve ever wondered what separates those who step up when it matters most, create deeper connections and live a more fulfilling life, this is where the journey begins.