North Star Conversations | Unlock Your Potential, Performance & Purpose

Originally aired: October 2024
Episode Number: 177
Lasting health and personal transformation aren't built on quick fixes or perfect routines. They come from developing the right mindset, creating consistent habits, and reinforcing the beliefs that shape your daily actions.
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, coach and personal trainer Davinia Meades shares the timeless principles that have guided her work for over 25 years. Find out why self-belief, positive daily rituals, movement, balanced nutrition, and powerful affirmations remain the foundation for creating lasting change, regardless of where you are on your personal journey.
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Originally aired: September 2024
Episode Number: 176
When a lifelong dream comes to an unexpected end, it's easy to believe that the story is over. But sometimes the greatest opportunities for growth, purpose, and fulfillment emerge only after we've been forced to let go of the identity we've held onto for years.
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, former Olympian boxer and professional wrestler Anthony Ogogo shares his journey of rebuilding his life after seeing one dream come to an end and discovering a deeper sense of purpose through serving others. Learn how resilience, reinvention, and shifting the focus from personal achievement to helping others can unlock a level of happiness and fulfillment that success alone cannot provide.
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Originally aired: September 2024
Episode Number: 175
Many of the habits, relationships, and practices that have the greatest impact on our lives are often the very things we stop prioritising. The challenge isn't always knowing what matters most—it's creating the space to reconnect with it.
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, Creator of the L.I.F.E. Model Scott Danner shares a powerful framework for gaining clarity, strengthening relationships, and aligning your actions with what truly matters. Discover how reflecting on the interconnected areas of your life—such as purpose, relationships, faith, impact, and energy—can help you identify what deserves your attention and create a more intentional path forward.
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Originally aired: September 2024
Episode Number: 174
Building a successful career and raising a family can often feel like competing priorities, especially when societal expectations, financial pressures, and personal ambitions all pull in different directions. But creating a life that aligns with who you truly are begins with giving yourself permission to define success on your own terms.
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, co-founder of City Ladies Networking and CEO of Moja Sophie Milliken shares her personal journey of navigating single motherhood while building a successful business. Discover why choosing the right support systems, asking for help, and staying true to your ambitions can create not only greater opportunities for yourself, but also a stronger foundation for those you care about most.
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Episode Notes
In this episode, I sit down with Terry Gormley to explore his remarkable journey from South Yorkshire coal miner to accomplished business owner and coach. We dive into powerful strategies for transforming limiting beliefs, building balanced thinking, and taking practical action to design and live your ideal life. Discover how mindset, planning, and daily habits can help bridge the gap between knowing and doing—empowering you to create lasting success in business and beyond.
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Video Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
00:06 - Origins: Upbringing in a Mining Village
01:06 - Early Career as a Coal Miner and Realizing the Need for Change
01:54 - Transitioning to Fire Service and Upskilling
02:41 - The Leap from Employment to Entrepreneurship
03:42 - Communication Challenges and the Role of NLP
04:16 - Discovering NLP and Transforming Mindset
05:05 - Human Behavior, Success Modeling, and Coaching Career
06:04 - Supporting Professional Athletes and Entrepreneurs
07:29 - Incongruence: The Gap Between Knowing and Doing
08:08 - Internal Blockages and Building New Habits
09:19 - Introducing the Balanced Thinking Framework
10:13 - Managing Negative Thoughts and Building Positive Habits
11:54 - The Power of State and Mindset in Entrepreneurship
13:41 - Creating Mental Frameworks for Daily Success
14:09 - Practical Exercises to Shift Thought Patterns
15:22 - The Importance of Language and Self-Talk
16:14 - Using Physiology to Boost Confidence and Well-Being
17:03 - Mindshaper Academy and Developing Balanced Thinking
17:23 - The Challenge of Time Management and Planning
18:12 - The Ideal Week Exercise for Awareness and Discipline
19:46 - Proactive Versus Reactive Planning for Business Owners
21:03 - The Science of Habit Change and Routine Creation
22:45 - Applying Mindset to Achieve Tangible Business Results
23:12 - Overcoming Limiting Beliefs Through Action
25:00 - Taking on Fears, Challenges, and Public Speaking
26:32 - The Ripple Effect of Personal Growth
28:16 - Raising Capital and Breaking Self-Imposed Limits
29:23 - Business Acquisitions: Lessons and Challenges
30:39 - Living Life by Design and Values-Based Decision Making
32:28 - The Life-Changing Power of Thinking Time
34:03 - Designing Your Ideal Lifestyle Now, Not Later
36:46 - Creating Your Own Framework for Freedom
38:01 - The Importance of Asking Possibility Questions
39:27 - Impact and Mission: Making a Difference in Others' Lives
40:05 - How to Calculate and Achieve Your Ideal Lifestyle
41:08 - Where to Find Out More About Terry Gormley
42:13 - The Most Important Questions to Ask Yourself
44:00 - The STIEA Framework: Thoughts, Emotions, Actions, Results
45:27 - Closing Thoughts and Takeaways
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Relevant Links For the Viewer and Citations
Website - https://www.willpolston.com
Instagram - https://instagram.com/willpolston
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willpolstonmih
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/willpolston/
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TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@willpolston
Check out Terry's website by clicking here: http://terrygormley.com/
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