In today's episode we dive deep into the world of high-pressure careers with our special guest, Mike Haynes. Affectionately known as "the king of Kent", Mike is a former oil market broker who now coaches other brokers on improving their performance and finding resilience within this challenging industry. He shares the ups and downs of his career and his transition out of broking to follow his passion in rugby coaching, and founding his own business as a professional business coach.

Throughout the conversation, we explore the pressure of the brokerage industry, the importance of resilience, and the value of purpose-driven career changes. Mike's insight into handling daily stress, avoiding burnout, and maintaining a balanced life offers valuable lessons for anyone facing challenging environments. We also discuss the necessity of physical fitness, mental resilience, and establishing a clear purpose to fuel long-term success and fulfilment.

Join us as we uncover how Mike leverages his experience to help others thrive in competitive fields and how he finds meaning in his role. Whether you're navigating a high-stress job or seeking motivation to bounce back from setbacks, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical advice.

In this episode:

04:18 The importance of resilience within high-pressure environments.

15:55 Mikes transition to rugby coaching after his career in brokerage.

17:43 Why different environments suit different individuals' values.

21:20 Brokers are seeking coaching for financial improvement and work-life balance goals.

28:53 Taking a pause between stimulus and action allows choice.

29:46 Self-reflection on business performance is essential if you have improvement goals.

51:27 What do you want to get better at? An important coaching question.

53:49 Understanding that self-care boosts physical and mental resilience.

Connect with Mike here:

Instagram: @Mikehaynes74

Email: Haynes_Mike@icloud.com

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