Why You’re Struggling With Motivation And How To Fix It With John Amaechi OBE

It is an understatement to say that John Amaechi has had a career that has taken him places.
Not only is he an Organisational Psychologist, an OBE, a New York Times Bestselling Author, a Fellow of the Institute of Science and Technology, a Professor of Leadership, a non-executive director of an FTSE 250 company and the founder of organisational psychology consultancy APS.
He was also, more surprisingly, the first Briton to play professional basketball in the NBA league, a move which saw him leave his hometown of Stockport for the world of professional basketball aged just 18. And whilst playing, he was the first NBA player to come out as gay. Never afraid to stand up and speak out, his book made me question a lot of things I thought I knew about myself and the way I live and work.
Amaechi has spent years studying the world’s highest performers, in both the sporting and corporate world, and I’m so looking forward to everyone hearing his amazing techniques. I learnt so much in this chat and I’m sure you will too. I'd be so grateful if you could subscribe to my channel if you do enjoy it!
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CHAPTERS
0:00: Trailer
1:16: Sponsored by Revolut
2:15: Intro
3:20: Growing up in Stockport
6:04: His mother's advice that stays with him
8:10: The mundanity of brilliance
10:20: Why most people's visions for the future don't work
14:50: The training session that changed his life
20:15: His journey to the NBA
24:10: Why he loved learning but hated school
26:08: The ups, downs and hard graft of his journey to the top
32:00: What playing in the NBA taught him
34:50: Why you have to remember that nothing lasts forever
39:20: Retiring from the NBA & having some 'making up to do'
43:14: Why you can't be part-time with your time
46:03: How to be purposeful with your time
50:15: How to banish burnout
54:07: When a man tells you he's an 'alpha', tell him his
54:55: Why we're all missing the primary message of sports
56:29: The reality of time-management compared to the theories
1:01:58: How to stay motivated over long periods
1:09:02: What do all the best leaders have in common?
1:15:20: The best advice he's ever received
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[@leadgenjay]

John Amaechi's insights on high performers are spot on. A key takeaway for entrepreneurs is the "mundanity of brilliance" concept, which suggests that consistent, daily efforts, rather than occasional bursts of genius, lead to success. It's a game-changer for those building their businesses.

[@Grace-Beverley]

Agreed!

[@princessofproductivity]

A grace Beverly podcast first thing on a Monday morning…what a great way to start the day 😌

[@chrichrisse]

lovely episode, he seems a very compassionate and competent person

[@lithouse3269]

What a voice! Such a calm yet powerful voice... the advice is just the cherry on top.
Key Takes
- Productivity 🤝 Self-care
- Self-awareness internally and externally
- Steak slices from Greggs + Books = Magic Combination (drake voice)

[@Grace-Beverley]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@zaynablunat3368]

Love the guests you have on the podcast !!! Keep the episodes coming and doing great interviews Grace!

[@victoriab09117]

What a lovely man, really enjoyed listening to his interview

[@Kells7928]

I attended a talk by John, then I purchased his book. He’s fascinating.

[@Grace-Beverley]

He was incredible to chat to

[@nicolemadin5034]

Very inspirational, love your podcast🤍

[@effyst6825]

Grace! The way you're giggling with this man! He is just wonderful, calm and insightful, no wonder he got into psychology

[@wanderingwithcaroline]

I think this might be my favorite podcast episode yet! Thank you, Grace!

[@meganashleyrowe1]

Aw I loved this one 🧡

[@meganvictoria5982]

Please Please Please add chapters to every podcast, would save much time

[@Grace-Beverley]

I have added chapters! They’re all in the description of this episode

[@minimalitaliana]

I LOVE the piece of advice about knowing yourself, true gold!

[@Grace-Beverley]

So glad you found it useful!