Andrew shares what helped him play his best rugby, the mindset he had going into games and how he got through a slump in form in his mid-twenties. He talks about advise that Paul O’Connell gave him in Ireland camp, how Joe Schmidt got the best out of him and what he did to build his confidence.

Andrew gives his thoughts on the state of Ulster Rugby at the moment. He also talks about the team he was in with Ruan Pienaar and Johan Muller, and why Leinster Rugby kept getting the better of them in knockout games. He speaks on the financial viability of the game and also what laws are making the game less enjoyable to watch.

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Unlock the secrets to elite performance in this explosive episode with New Zealand’s leading mental performance coach, David Niethe. From his humble beginnings working out of a converted garage in Auckland to coaching world-class athletes—including Olympic Gold medalist Lydia Ko and former UFC champion Israel Adesanya—David shares his unfiltered journey of transformation.

In this episode, discover how:

• Mindset is Everything: Learn why David believes that developing a winning mindset is the key to overcoming obstacles, whether you're battling self-doubt or physical limits.
• Obsessiveness Fuels Success: Hear raw stories about how relentless drive and a refusal to settle propelled him from a struggling printer to a champion of mental toughness.
• Coaching the Elite: Get insider insights into the techniques that help top athletes like Lydia Ko and Adesanya break through their barriers and perform under pressure.
• Turning Failure into Fuel: Explore how embracing failure and defying societal expectations can ignite your potential and lead to unparalleled success.

If you're passionate about performance, personal growth, and the relentless pursuit of excellence, this conversation is a must-listen. Whether you’re an athlete, coach, or someone striving for high performance in business or life, David Niethe's journey and insights will leave you inspired to push beyond your limits.

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Damien has coached Leeds Rhinos, London Broncos, England Rugby League, Leicester Tigers, England A, England 7s, Huddersfield Giants, Welsh Rugby Academy, and 7s with Canada, Samoa, Germany and Kenya.

In the podcast Damien chats about;

• How to bounce back when you lose your job as a coach.
• How he transitioned from Rugby League to Union and 7s.
• What League coaches bring to Union.
• His experiences coaching Leicester Tigers in the early 00s, with Martin Johnson, Austin Healy and the Tuilagis.
• Mistakes he made and learnings he got while coaching the England Rugby ‘A’ team.
• His Irish heritage, and the influence that had on him.
• The importance of the fundamentals in rugby.
• The 3 types of coaches that there are.
• How to get jobs as a professional coach.
• The wild story behind how he got the job as Samoa 7s coach.

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