From Obsession to Purpose: The Kendama GOAT Who Nearly Quit

From Obsession to Purpose: The Kendama GOAT Who Nearly Quit

Join the free 'Speak Like A Leader' community: https://www.skool.com/speaklikealeader/about Link to all podcast episodes: https://the-nicky-hughes-show.captivate.fm/listen What happens when you actually become the best in the world… and it still isn’t enough? In this episode of Just Getting Started, I sit down with 7× Kendama world champion Nick Gallagher - the man many consider the GOAT of his sport. We dive into what Kendama really is, how an 11-year-old in Seattle got hooked on a wooden toy, and the insane level of precision, practice and mindset it took to reach the very top. But this isn’t just a story about a niche Japanese skill toy. Nick opens up about the moment he realised being world champion wasn’t giving him purpose anymore, nearly going broke trying to build a business, walking away from his “dream job” in Japan, and rebuilding his life as a coach. We talk addictive personalities, identity, love, long-distance marriage, and what it actually takes to become “the GOAT” at anything - sport, business, or life. If you’ve ever wondered “Is this it?” even when things look good on the outside, this conversation will hit home. Enjoy! #NickGallagher #Kendama #KendamaChampion #WorldChampion #KendamaGOAT #JapanLife #JapaneseCulture #SkillSports #Mindset #PeakPerformance #Mastery #Obsession #Discipline #Resilience #IdentityShift #FindingPurpose

Born Into a Legacy - But Determined to Build His Own - Matteo Borea

Join the free 'Speak Like A Leader' community: https://www.skool.com/justgettingstarted/aboutLink to all podcast episodes: https://the-nicky-hughes-show.captivate.fm/listen This is a story about identity, legacy, and what happens when you’re born into a world that was created long before you arrived. In this episode, I speak with Matteo Borea, an entrepreneur who inherited a family coffee business that began in 1936 - and then spent his life travelling the world, expanding it, reshaping it, and ultimately redefining what legacy means. We talk about: - Growing up inside a third-generation family business - Why Matteo spends most of his life abroad - What it really means to honour tradition while reinventing it - The culture shock of global exploration - The moment he realised he had a calling bigger than the business - And the human side of heritage, gratitude, and purpose This isn’t a story about an industry. It’s a story about a man finding himself across countries, cultures, and generations. Enjoy! #EntrepreneurStory #LegacyBuilding #GenerationalBusiness #LifeAcrossContinents #personaltransformation #Reinvention #IdentityJourney #GlobalEntrepreneur #FindingPurpose #ModernLeadership

From Burnout to Breakthrough - Lianne Balazsi's Radical Approach to Health

Join my free online community: https://www.skool.com/justgettingstarted/about Here is the link to all my podcast episodes: https://the-nicky-hughes-show.captivate.fm/listen Today’s conversation went way deeper than we expected. Lianne Balazsi is an osteopath who doesn’t just treat the body - she treats the story behind the pain. We talked burnout, identity, childhood conditioning, the universe, and why your knee pain might actually start in your skull. This is one of the most honest conversations I’ve had on the show. Lianne reveals how burnout, chronic pain and identity crises often come from living out of alignment with who you really are. A powerful conversation on holistic healing, mindset, and rebuilding your life from the inside out. Enjoy! #holistic healing, #osteopathy, #burnout recovery, #mindset #transformation, #personal growth, #chronic pain, #trauma healing, #nervous system regulation, #burnout podcast, #holistic health podcast, #transformation stories, #alignment, #spiritual awakening, #identity crisis healing, #women’s wellbeing, #mental health, #nicky hughes podcast

Today Has Never Happened Before - Leo Osahor's reinvention story

Join my free online community: https://www.skool.com/justgettingstarted/about Here is the link to all my podcast episodes: https://the-nicky-hughes-show.captivate.fm/listen Leo Osahor went from big-tech product leader to laid-off… to building again with clarity, calm, and a new mission. We talk loss, identity, values, and why “today has never happened before.” If you’ve felt unheard, off-track, or ready to start over - this is your episode. In this episode we talk about: - The double loss that changed Leo’s life - and how his family rebuilt - Why “carry your own sunshine” beats waiting for perfect conditions - Autopilot vs. aliveness: getting off the treadmill and choosing again - Coffee as an anchor: the ritual that creates calm, presence, and courage - From Microsoft layoffs to Laid-Off Legends: reframing rejection - The new chapter: software, stories, and spaces (and Leo’s “fifth symphony” idea) #Reinvention #CareerChange #Mindset #Leadership #LaidOff #JustGettingStarted #LeoOsahor #NickyHughes

From Cop Shop to Zen - Greg Garret's journey

Join my FREE 'Just Getting Started' Community here https://www.skool.com/justgettingstarted/about In this episode, Greg Garrett shares his journey from the corporate world to becoming a yogi, discussing the challenges and transformations he experienced along the way. He talks about his upbringing, the influence of his family, and his career in insurance and finance. Greg also delves into his spiritual journey, exploring yoga and mindfulness, and how these practices have helped him find balance and peace. The conversation touches on themes of self-discovery, personal growth, and the integration of business and spirituality. "Balance between business and spirituality is key." "Yoga and mindfulness transformed my life." "Self-discovery leads to personal growth." "Intention drives success and fulfillment." "Integrate spiritual practices into daily life." "Pursue your highest potential through self-awareness." "Challenges are opportunities for growth." "Inner peace is the foundation of success." "Past experiences shape present growth." "Harmony in chaos is achievable." #Greg Garrett, #corporate world, #yogi, #transformation, #mindfulness, #yoga, #personal growth, #spirituality, #business #self-discovery