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Re-Recruiting and Other New HR Strategies You Can’t Ignore 18:09

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HR is no longer just about managing people—it’s about shaping the future of work. Jens Baier, BCG’s HR transformation expert, discusses how AI and shifting employee expectations are forcing companies to rethink talent strategies. From re-recruiting to upskilling employees, HR must adapt to a rapidly changing landscape. Learn More: Jens Baier: https://on.bcg.com/41ca7Gv BCG on People Strategy: https://on.bcg.com/3QtAjro Decoding Global Talent: https://on.bcg.com/4gUC4IT…

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Exploring the minds that inspire modern society. Hosted by Fergus Crawley, with a new episode every week.

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Exploring the minds that inspire modern society. Hosted by Fergus Crawley, with a new episode every week.

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#127 | Rick William | Uncovering Your Purpose: Finding Meaning Beyond Success. 1:06:26

منذ 14 weeks1:06:26

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Rick William, former competitive bodybuilder, entrepreneur and coach. Rick started a professional gaming team at 14, co-created multiple successful fitness businesses, became a competitive bodybuilder and went on to discover that success is about much more than external achievements. Rick shares how a deeper understanding of his values and emotional growth became the turning point in his life, leading him on a transformative journey into spirituality and conscious leadership. We dive into the power of self-awareness, the importance of meaningful relationships, and what it truly means to find purpose and fulfillment. Rick's unique perspective will challenge how you think about success, happiness, and living in alignment with your passions. Expect to learn why redefining success is essential for fulfillment. Expect to understand the importance of self-awareness in personal and professional growth. Expect to gain practical tips for navigating fear and stepping into your potential. Rick’s Instagram: @iamrickwilliam Rick’s website: https://www.rickwilliam.com/ Fergus' Instagram: @ferguscrawley Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#126 | Matt Choi | Embracing Discomfort: Running, Resilience, and Redefining Success 1:01:29

منذ 18 weeks1:01:29

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Matt Choi, endurance athlete, content creator, and entrepreneur. Fergus and Matt discuss Matt’s journey from American Football to Running, alongside focussing on his mindset shifts behind embracing discomfort, handling criticism, and building resilience through multiple marathons and ultra-endurance challenges. Matt shares his valuable insights on redefining success, finding purpose, and what it truly means to step outside your comfort zone. Expect to learn the importance of embracing discomfort. Expect to better understand how to deal with criticism. Expect to reflect on your definition of success and how you want to get there. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Matt's Instagram: @mattchoi_6 Matt's YouTube: @mattchoi Fergus' Instagram: @ferguscrawley Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#125 | Why Running Will Change Your Life. 6 Lessons... 29:05

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In this episode, we have 6 powerful lessons from previous guests, each sharing how running has transformed their lives. Jonny Davies, Ultra runner and fitness content creator, explains how running has helped him so much with managing his mental health. Sonny Webster, former Team GB Olympic Weightlifter and business owner, explains how getting into running recently has given him a completely new aspect of fitness and being a student again is so valuable for us. Dan Williams, Co-Founder of WIT Fitness, explains how being outside and taking part in running events instead of being confined to a CrossFit gym has given him huge mental benefits that have helped him cope with stress and lots of things going on in the business world Lewis Robling, former professional rugby player turned ultra runner, describes his own mental struggles after leaving rugby and how running has been so valuable in helping him to overcome them and ultimately give him the toolbox to improve his mental health. Kori Sampson, Reality TV Star and Fitness Influencer, explains how completing an ultra marathon in Africa has made the hard things in life seem easier to manage and allowed him to escape the real world and just have time to himself Imo Boddy, Ultra-Runner and World Record Holder, shares how putting herself through hard and long runs has helped her with dealing with the many challenges of life and developed her as a person Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Jonny’s Instagram: @jonnyrdavies Sonny’s Instagram: @sonnywebstergb Dan’s Instagram: @iam_danwilliams Lewis’ Instagram: @lewis_robling Kori’s Instagram: @korisampson Imo’s Instagram: @imoboddy Fergus' Instagram: @ferguscrawley Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#124 | Dan Lowes | Leadership And Resilience: Insights From Elite Fighter Pilot 1:18:29

منذ 20 weeks1:18:29

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Dan Lowes, elite fighter pilot and former member of the Red Arrows. Drawing from his experience flying Typhoon jets and performing under immense pressure, Dan shares lessons on mental toughness, teamwork, and decision-making in high-stakes environments. Whether you're a leader seeking ways to inspire your team or fascinated about the mindset and career of a fighter pilot, this episode offers actionable takeaways on thriving under pressure and navigating challenges with confidence. We also tackle the main question everyone wants to know: is Top Gun realistic? Expect to learn how to make decisions under pressure. Expect to understand the importance of teamwork and communication. Expect to reflect on how you deal with failure. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Dan's Instagram: @dan_lowes Fergus' Instagram: @ferguscrawley Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#123 | I Ran My FIRST Marathon | Solo Q&A 32:36

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I just ran my first ever marathon... ...well, sort of. In this episode, I answer the questions put to me on Instagram. The questions focus on various topics, including my carb loading strategy, how I stayed motivated during the race, how it compares to other events I've done, what I'd do differently next time, and much much more. Expect to learn more about marathon nutrition. Expect to appreciate how brutal an event it is. Expect to get insights on how you could PB your next marathon. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Join us next year ⬇️ https://www.omnia-performance.com/loch-ness-marathon-2025 Fergus' Instagram: @ferguscrawley Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#122 | David Robson | Hacking Your Mind: Unlocking the Power of Beliefs and Relationships 1:05:35

منذ 22 weeks1:05:35

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by David Robson, award-winning science writer and author. David shares insights from his research on the power of expectations and the importance of social connection for our health and wellbeing. He explores how our beliefs can shape our physiology, and highlights the surprising links between social isolation, inflammation, and increased risk of disease. He also shares practical strategies for building stronger relationships and managing expectations in the modern world. Whether you're struggling with building relationships, imposter syndrome, or just want to understand the science behind human behaviour, this conversation is for you. Expect to understand the science behind the power of beliefs and expectations, and how they affect our physical and mental wellbeing. Expect to discover practical strategies for building stronger, more meaningful social connections in your everyday life. Expect to learn how to reframe stress and challenges as opportunities for growth. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr David's Website: https://davidrobson.me/books/ Fergus' Instagram: @ferguscrawley Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#121 | James Davies | The Power Of Recovery: A Holistic Approach To Reducing Injuries And Improving Health. 1:01:52

منذ 23 weeks1:01:52

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by James Davies, "The Sherlock Holmes of body pain diagnosis" James is a world renowned osteopath, performance coach and recovery specialist, who has worked with many athletes including Olympic champions, premiership footballers, NFL and rugby union players, as well as A-list clients from music, film and TV. James is also the author of 'Body: Effective tools to heal pain, restore health and prevent injury', and in this episode, he offers a wealth of practical insights that can benefit anyone looking to optimise their physical and mental wellbeing. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the leading experts in the field of holistic healthcare and recovery. Expect to learn the importance of looking after your body. Expect to appreciate the value of proper training and recovery. Expect to better manage your aches and pains. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr James' Instagram: @jamesdhealth James' Website: https://www.jamesdhealth.com/ Buy James' Book - https://harpercollins.co.uk/products/body-effective-tools-to-heal-pain-restore-health-and-prevent-injury-james-davies?variant=41229200916558 Fergus's Instagram: @ferguscrawley Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#120 | Sonny Webster | Olympian To Business Owner - Finding Success Through Enjoyment. 1:09:48

منذ 24 weeks1:09:48

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Sonny Webster, former Team GB Olympic Weightlifter and business owner. Sonny shares his journey to becoming an Olympian, the lessons he has learned from competing at the highest level and how they translate to the business world, how he dealt with his unexpected exit from the sport, the importance of finding enjoyment in what you do, and much much more. Expect to learn why you need to be doing strength training. Expect to reflect on how you view success. Expect to understand the importance of being in the right environment. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Sonny's Instagram: @sonnywebstergb Fergus's Instagram: @ferguscrawley Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#119 | Jonny Davies | Running The CAPITALS Of The UK And Ireland 1:10:06

منذ 25 weeks1:10:06

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Jonny Davies, Ultra runner and fitness content creator. In 3 days, Jonny will be taking on his next huge challenge, running to all of the capital cities of the UK and Ireland, starting in Edinburgh and finishing in London. To do this, he will have to cover 960km in just 11 days. Jonny shares his reason for taking on such an unfathomable challenge, as well as the planning and preparation required. They also explore how the running community has changed, how to better deal with setbacks, the positives and negatives of social media, and much much more. Jonny is aiming to raise £100,000 for CALM, Campaign Against Living Miserably, a charity that means a huge amount to him. Donation link ⬇️ Expect to appreciate the value of running and community. Expect to reflect on how you view setbacks in life. Expect to understand the importance of balance. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Jonny's Instagram: @jonnydavies Fergus's Instagram: @ferguscrawley Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/ Donation link ⬇️ https://www.justgiving.com/page/jdrunthecapitals?utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=page%2Fjdrunthecapitals&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share…

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#118 | Sam Cornforth | Create Your Own Path To Success 1:16:22

منذ 26 weeks1:16:22

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Sam Cornforth, the undisputed funniest man in fitness. Sam is one of the most popular comedy creators in the UK right now, and as a result of all his hard work over the years, he has started to fulfil his lifelong ambition of moving into the acting world, with some very exciting opportunities coming up👀. Fergus and Sam discuss the importance of seeing the value in the process over the outcome, why people shouldn’t get too attached to social media metrics, Sam’s advice for people starting out in content creation and acting, what it was like doing Stand-Up comedy for the first time, and much much more. Expect to reflect on your relationship with social media. Expect to learn more about the acting industry and how it’s changing. Expect to have a laugh. Sam's Instagram: @samcforth Fergus's Instagram: @ferguscrawley Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#117 | Kori Sampson | Reality TV - Is It Worth It? 1:04:19

منذ 27 weeks1:04:19

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Kori Sampson, Reality TV Star and Fitness Influencer. Kori has lived an extremely varied life. Growing up in Plymouth and getting into some bad habits around partying, drinking and drugs, he eventually moved to London to try and carve a new path. He became a star on the well known Netflix show, Too Hot To Handle, but after realising the challenges that come with reality TV, he found himself slipping back into old habits. Since leaving the TV world behind, Kori became fully sober and found a love for health and fitness. He has competed in various ultramarathons, including a 220km multistage race in Africa, and now lives his life wanting to inspire more people to get into health and fitness. Fergus and Kori discuss many topics, including Kori’s earlier life, the truth of being involved in reality TV, the misconceptions around social media, the many valuable lessons from ultra marathons, the benefits of going sober, and much much more. Kori also explains his next big challenge 👀 Expect to learn more about the world of Reality TV Expect to appreciate the value of Health and Fitness Expect to reflect on your own habits. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#116 | Mark Lewis | Fitness Is Changing... 1:19:39

منذ 28 weeks1:19:39

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Mark Lewis, one of the fastest growing Fitness YouTubers in the world. Mark is known for putting together extremely creative videos that are always well scripted, concise and involved plenty of preparation. However, here we listen to the unscripted, unprepared version of Mark and in the process, learn more about his realistic and authentic perspective on life. Fergus and Mark discuss Mark's recent fitness challenges, his personal interaction with social media, the meaning of being above average and why it's so important to him, his many frustrations with social media and content creation, why society is ruined, his upcoming big move to the countryside, and much much more... Expect to appreciate the importance of consistent basics. Expect to reflect on your own health and fitness. Expect to learn more about writing and video creation. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#115 | Imo Boddy | You Can't Cheat Experience... 1:06:19

منذ 29 weeks1:06:19

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Imo Boddy, Ultra-Runner and World Record Holder. Imo recently completed The Three Peaks Challenge, covering over 680km and 10,000m of elevation in just 6 days, 5 hours and 43 minutes, breaking a 45 year old world record for the fastest female ever in the process. As well as The Three Peaks, Imo has also completed numerous other ultra challenges, including 7 marathons in 7 days and running John O’Groats to Lands End. Imo shares her background, what gave her the confidence and mindset to take on these enormous challenges, the valuable lessons and experience she has gained from Ultra running, the importance of having a support network around you, her future goals, and much much more… Expect to appreciate the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone. Expect to reflect on your reason why. Expect to be inspired. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#114 | Dan Williams | Creating The Most Famous CrossFit Gym In The World 55:57

منذ 30 weeks55:57

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In this episode, Fergus is joined by Dan Williams, Co-Founder of WIT Fitness. 10 Years ago, Dan and his co-founder, Sam, took a huge risk and moved to London to start their own fitness retail brand. Fast forward a few years later and WIT had become one of the biggest fitness and Crossfit brands in the world having worked with global companies such as Nike, Adidas and Reebok. In 2020, the world changed, and like many other businesses, WIT had to adapt. After gaining more investment, resulting in Dan losing strategic control of the business, he made the very tough decision to leave WIT and pursue different opportunities. However, in January 2024, WIT was acquired by Frasers Group and Dan is now back involved with a majority stake to help relaunch the brand and reconnect with the evolving fitness community. Fergus and Dan discuss the journey to starting WIT, overcoming the many challenges of starting a business in such a competitive space, the evolution of the fitness industry, why the fitness community is so important to Dan, where he sees WIT in the next 5 years, and much much more… Expect to appreciate the risks of starting a business. Expect to learn more about the fitness industry. Expect to reflect on your priorities. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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#113 | Dealing With The Pressure Of The Olympic Games. 3 Lessons... 31:28

منذ 31 weeks31:28

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In this episode, we have 3 lessons on dealing with the pressure of the Olympic Games, taken from 3 separate guests who have appeared on the show. First, we have Dan Wallace, former Olympic and World Champion swimmer, who shares his journey and mindset to get to the Olympics, and how he handled the pressure and crowd once he was there. We then listen to Guy Learmonth, multiple Commonwealth Games 800m runner (unfortunately just missed out on Olympics selection), explain how the noise from the crowd has such a significant effect on his performance and how he struggles to compete in smaller scale events. Finally, we listen to Nick Symmonds, two time Olympian, explain how pressure affected him differently in 2008 compared to 2012 and how he learned to manage it more effectively. He also shares the mental struggles of training for something that is 4 years away. Expect to appreciate the effect that pressure can have on athletes. Expect to reflect on how you handle pressure. Expect to understand how difficult it is to compete at the Olympics. Join The Modern Mind mailing list 📧 http://eepurl.com/h7rdLr Sponsors: Vivobarefoot - get 20% off with FERGUSC20 https://www.vivobarefoot.com Days Brewing - get 20% off with MODERNMIND20 https://daysbrewing.com/…

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