The James Hempton Show

James Hempton
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I am seeking some honest non-distracted conversation with the person sitting across the table from me, through this I hope to bring value along with some element of entertainment too, enjoy

  1. Oct 20

    # 64 - Paul Clayton-Lea - How to Prepare for a Corporate Job Interview

    📌Full Video: https://youtu.be/aS5t4r0QxZ0 Paul Clayton-Lea is a Director at Le Meas Executive Search, specialising in aircraft leasing recruitment. What makes someone stand out in a job interview—and how do you build the confidence, communication skills, and relationships that move your career forward? Paul Clayton Lea joins me on The James Hempton Show to share lessons from eight years in recruitment, specialising in placing qualified accountants within the aircraft leasing sector. We explore what employers look for beyond qualifications, why the questions you ask can set you apart, and how to communicate your value without pretending to be someone you’re not. Paul breaks down his approach to interview preparation: knowing your CV inside out, understanding a company’s values, researching the people interviewing you, and preparing thoughtful questions for each person on the panel. We discuss body language, eye contact, tonality, and why an interview is also your opportunity to decide whether a business is right for you. Behind that practical advice is a personal story of responsibility, entrepreneurship, and persistence. Paul became a father just two weeks before his Leaving Cert, later left university, and built two businesses before finding his way into recruitment. He opens up about the difficult early years, questioning whether to continue, and developing the skills that eventually helped him find his feet. We also explore the connection between identity and competence, the strengths of introverts and extroverts, and how genuine curiosity about other people creates opportunities. Paul shares his experience of daily meditation, written goals, and the practices he uses to bring greater calm and direction to his life. Along the way, we step inside aircraft leasing—from how the business model works to Tony Ryan’s role in pioneering its development through Guinness Peat Aviation, and why Ireland became such an important centre for the industry. In this episode: • What separates a good candidate from an exceptional one. • How to prepare for interviews with confidence and purpose. • Why tailored questions leave a stronger impression. • Building a professional network through LinkedIn and real conversations. • Finding work that combines your strengths with what you enjoy. • Learning from rejection and persisting when progress feels slow. • The importance of kindness—you never know where someone’s journey will take them. Whether you’re preparing for your next interview, changing direction, or building a business, this conversation offers practical lessons in backing yourself, connecting with people, and earning confidence through experience. Connect with Paul Clayton Lea on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulc9/ Subscribe to The James Hempton Show for more conversations on mindset, business, and personal growth.

    # 64 - Paul Clayton-Lea - How to Prepare for a Corporate Job Interview

  2. Oct 11

    #63 - James Galligan - Ireland's Next Big Entrepreneur

    Watch the Episode here: https://youtu.be/9wEkI3kfMcw 📌A-Players Dublin Event: https://aplayersdublin.com James Galligan is the man leading the largest private members club for Europe's most ambitious entrepreneurs, A-Players Club. Now he wants to help shape the future of Irish entrepreneurship. The Great Galligan returns to The James Hempton Show for round two to discuss his decision to move back to Dublin after living in Marbella and Dubai, the psychology behind building a memorable brand, and what it takes to lead a team through ambitious growth as they go on a World Tour. James opens up about why returning to Ireland felt right: being closer to family, reconnecting with the life he values, and building a successful business around his authentic self. He shares his ambition to support young Irish entrepreneurs, create opportunities, and give more people permission to dream bigger. We go behind the scenes of the A Players tour to explore how he creates experiences that make people feel valued, connected, and part of something bigger. From personalised name cards and round tables to music, photography, and black-tie galas, James explains how small details influence belonging, identity, and the way people perceive a brand. We also explore why he has turned down money to protect the brand, how trust and relationships create bridges to bigger opportunities, and why a business needs an identity beyond its founder’s personal profile. Throughout the conversation, James shares honest lessons on the pressure of leadership, managing emotional reactions, welcoming constructive criticism, and earning your team’s respect through everyday standards. His message is clear: the big moves matter, but so does showing up on time, keeping your word, and finishing what you start. In this episode, we discuss: - Why James is moving back to Ireland and what he hopes to build here. - The psychology of branding, status, desire, and belonging. - Creating premium experiences through thoughtful details and human connection. - Building a business brand alongside a personal brand. - Marketing through proof, client stories, familiarity, and consistency. - Using your unfair advantage to make a bold “Rockefeller move.” - Building trust through reputation, relationships, and third-party endorsement. - Leadership, honest feedback, emotional control, and setting clear standards. - Finding clarity, saying no, and protecting your focus. - Staying authentic while playing the long game. - Courage, faith, and taking one more step when the path ahead is uncertain. We close with a reflection on thinking differently, breaking big ambitions into manageable actions, and a prayer inspired by John 13:7 about trusting God when you cannot yet see the whole path. For entrepreneurs, business owners, and anyone building something meaningful, this conversation offers a look at the thinking behind A Players—and the person behind the brand. If this episode resonates, subscribe to The James Hempton Show and share it with someone who is ready to think bigger, lead with intention, and back themselves. _____________________________________________ Podcast Partners: Mental Performance Coaching - https://mentalperfromance.com Graft Coffee - https://www.instagram.com/graft.coffee/ Eire Stone - https://www.instagram.com/eirestone_/ _____________________________________________

  3. Aug 20

    # 62 - Kyle Ritchie - You’re Self-Sabotaging Yourself

    Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/VcQeN5cB3Zo Kyle Ritchie is a Hypnotist for Entrepreneurs. What if the beliefs controlling your life were formed before you were even aware of them?In this episode of The James Hempton Show, I sit down with Kyle Ritchie, a hypnotist and transformation coach, for a deep conversation on hypnosis, the subconscious mind, nervous system regulation, identity, awareness and the beliefs shaping how we experience reality. Kyle uses hypnosis and subconscious work to help people identify and change the deeper patterns influencing how they think, feel and behave.We explore why someone can consciously know they are capable, confident and safe, yet still experience anxiety, procrastination, self-doubt or resistance. Kyle breaks down how past emotionally intense experiences can continue to influence our present-day behaviour, why changing your state can change your thoughts, and how techniques including hypnosis, Mental & Emotional Release (MER), age regression and memory reconsolidation are used in his work to help people change long-standing patterns. We also explore: *Why awareness is one of the greatest tools for personal transformation * How your state influences your thoughts, decisions and behaviour * The relationship between the conscious and subconscious mind * Why old experiences can create present-day emotional responses * How Kyle uses hypnosis to work with subconscious beliefs and patterns * Mental & Emotional Release (MER) * Memory reconsolidation and changing emotional associations * Self-image, identity and subconscious beliefs * Why your beliefs influence what you notice in the world * Nervous system regulation and emotional resilience * Meditation, metacognition and becoming the observer of your thoughts * The importance of maintaining change after transformational work * Reality Transurfing, The Kybalion and the laws of the universe * The law of attraction and law of vibration * Manifestation from both practical and metaphysical perspectives* * Why implementation matters more than simply consuming knowledge* Kyle’s vision for More Life and his upcoming live events - One of the biggest ideas from this conversation is simple:You can spend your entire life running on a script you wrote before you even knew you were writing it. But once you become aware of the pattern, you have the opportunity to change it. This conversation goes deep into the mind, the nervous system and the question of how much of our reality is being shaped by beliefs and patterns operating beneath our conscious awareness. The James Hempton ShowThis episode is proudly sponsored by Graft Coffee, Deansgrange and Éire Stone. Subscribe to The James Hempton Show for more conversations exploring psychology, performance, business, spirituality and human potential.

  4. Aug 4

    # 61 - Robert Gahan - My Mind was My Enemy

    Coaching to upgrade your Mindset 🚀: https://mentalperfromance.com In this episode of The James Hempton Show, James sits down with Rob Gahan, founder of EireStone, to explore how transforming your inner world can completely reshape your external reality. Rob opens up about returning from Australia feeling mentally overwhelmed, caught in fear, negative thought loops and uncertainty, and how that internal state became a direct reflection of both his life and his business. Through six months of deep inner work, he shares how changing his mindset transformed not only his relationships and sense of peace, but also his professional success—leading to major opportunities, including delivering a landmark project for Mastercard, one of the biggest milestones in EireStone's journey to date. The conversation also dives into Neville Goddard's The Power of Awareness, exploring the principles of the "I Am" Identity, the Law of Assumption, imagination, desire and why your external world can never outperform your internal one. Rob also shares the remarkable story of how he found God during one of the darkest periods of his life in Australia, and how that encounter became a turning point in both his faith and his future. If you've ever felt stuck, overwhelmed or like your life isn't reflecting your true potential, this episode will challenge you to look inward first—because your external world is always a reflection of your internal one. In this episode: How Rob transformed his mindset after returning from Australia The link between your inner world and business success Landing a landmark Mastercard project through raising his standards Escaping fear, shame and negative thought loops The power of awareness and self-concept Neville Goddard's The Power of Awareness The "I Am" identity and the Law of Assumption Faith vs fear and finding God Why expression is the opposite of depression Rob Gahan's vision for building EireStone into a world-class stone masonry company

  5. Aug 3

    # 60 - Adam Fitzsimons - 'Outsmarting Reality' by Nero Knowledge

    Coaching to upgrade your Mindset 🚀: https://mentalperfromance.com In this episode of The James Hempton Show, James is joined by Adam Fitzsimons for a deep conversation exploring the powerful ideas behind 'Outsmarting Reality' by NeroKnowledge. Together, they break down how your beliefs, emotions, expectations and level of awareness shape the reality you experience. Drawing on neuroscience, psychology, personal development and biblical principles, they discuss why lasting transformation always begins within. Throughout the episode, James and Adam explore how conviction, meditation, self-image, faith and emotional regulation influence every area of life—from business and relationships to purpose, performance and personal fulfilment. The first step to mastering reality: self-control and awarenessWhy meditation is one of the most powerful tools for transformationConviction vs belief—and why unwavering certainty changes everythingThe mechanics of the universe: frequency, emotion and perceptionWhy your internal world creates your external realityLetting go, detachment and the true nature of desireThe "Congratulations Method" for visualising future successWhy your beliefs shape your identity—and how to rewrite themSelf-image, limiting beliefs and subconscious conditioningFaith, biblical wisdom and the psychology of reality creationConor McGregor's mindset and the role conviction played in his rise within the UFCHow awareness allows you to consciously redesign your life Chapters Covered: Chapter 3 – The First Step to Mastering RealityChapter 5 – The Mechanics of the UniverseChapter 6 – The Annoying Law of the UniverseChapter 9 – Redefining ManifestationChapter 10 – The Desire of Your DesiresChapter 13 – You Don't Have Beliefs, They Have YouChapter 14 – There's No Creation Without Conviction If you've ever wondered whether your thoughts, emotions and beliefs are quietly shaping your future, this episode will challenge the way you see yourself—and the world around you. If you enjoyed the conversation, be sure to follow the podcast, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode with someone who's ready to elevate their mindset and create a new reality. Sponsors: [1] Graft Coffee - https://www.instagram.com/graft.coffee/?hl=en [2] Eire Stone - https://www.instagram.com/eirestone_/?hl=en [3] Mental Performance Coaching to improve your Mindset - https://mentalperfromance.com ___________________________ Adam Fitzsimons Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamfitzsimons__/

  6. Jul 13

    Mental Performance Coaching

    Apply for Mindset Coaching: https://mentalperfromance.com Are you constantly overthinking? Do you struggle with confidence, self-belief, or making decisions in your business? Do you feel burnt out, overwhelmed, or stuck despite working harder than ever? Maybe you’ve read the books, listened to the podcasts, watched the YouTube videos, yet you still find yourself repeating the same patterns. You know you’re capable of more. You just don’t know what’s holding you back. The truth is, it’s rarely a strategy problem. It’s an internal programming problem. In this video, I introduce you to Mental Performance Coaching and explain why I believe your internal world determines your external results. After spending almost a decade working in mental health nursing, I became fascinated by one question: How does the mind create the life we experience? That journey led me to work with entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals who wanted more than just business growth. They wanted greater confidence, emotional control, mental clarity, stronger leadership, and a way of performing consistently at their highest level. In this video, I share: • My story and why I founded Mental Performance Coaching. • Why confidence begins with your self-image. • How your nervous system affects your performance, relationships, leadership, and decision-making. • Why awareness is the first step towards lasting change. • The MIND Method framework: MirrorInterruptNew IdentityDemonstrate • The practical tools I use with clients, including breathwork, meditation, visualisation, identity work, journalling, and nervous system regulation. • Real client transformations from entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals who have increased their confidence, improved their leadership, grown their businesses, and created greater fulfilment in their lives. If you’re experiencing: OverthinkingBurnoutAnxietyLow confidenceSelf-sabotageImposter syndromeA lack of directionInconsistent performanceDifficulty executingFeeling disconnected from your success …then this video is for you. I believe one thing above everything else: Your business will only ever grow to the level of the person leading it. Because when you fix the founder, you fix the business. If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or professional and you’re ready to unlock another level of confidence, performance, leadership, and success, book your Mental Performance Audit using the link below. We’ll identify what’s holding you back, uncover the patterns limiting your performance, and build a roadmap to help you become the person your goals require. If you enjoyed this video, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear this message. Awareness creates change. Change creates results. Click the link here to change your way of thinking for a way of living you never thought was possible -  https://mentalperfromance.com

  7. Jul 9

    #59 - IBIZA Marathon 2026 Debrief - Danny Burns & Jamie Broderick

    Watch the Full Podcast - https://youtu.be/vJ7TRVJAoCM The Ibiza Marathon has been ranked as one of the toughest marathons in Europe—and after experiencing it firsthand, I can honestly say it lived up to its reputation. In this episode, I'm joined by Danny Burns and Jamie Broderick as we sit down to reflect on one of the most physically and mentally demanding challenges we've ever taken on.We unpack everything—from the months of preparation and training, to standing on the start line, battling through the relentless hills, the scorching Ibiza heat, pacing mistakes, nutrition, self-doubt, and the mental battles that only a marathon can expose. Jamie shares how trusting the process, controlling his ego, and sticking to his race plan helped him achieve a sub-4-hour marathon despite one of the toughest marathon courses in Europe. Danny opens up about completing the marathon with just 20 days of training, the power of having something to prove, and how the experience reinforced what he's truly capable of when he commits to a challenge. I also share my own experience of the race—dealing with stomach issues, having to walk parts of the marathon, feeling completely defeated in moments, and the lessons I took away after being humbled by a course that tested every part of me. But this conversation goes far beyond running. We discuss: • Why voluntarily doing hard things changes your life. • How confidence is built by keeping promises to yourself. • The importance of having a compelling reason why. • Why trusting the process always beats chasing shortcuts. • How resilience developed through physical challenges carries over into business, relationships, and everyday life. • Why growth only happens when you step outside your comfort zone. Whether you're training for your first marathon, chasing a personal goal, or simply looking to become mentally stronger, this conversation will challenge the way you think about resilience, discipline, and what's possible when you commit to something difficult. Watch the full episode now on The James Hempton Show on YouTube. ___________________________________________ Sponsors: [1]Graft Coffee - https://www.instagram.com/graft.coffee/?hl=en [2]Eire Stone - https://www.instagram.com/eirestone_/?hl=en [3] Mental Performance Coaching to improve your Mindset - https://mentalperfromance.com

  8. Jun 22

    #58- Ben Hackett- The Hidden Trauma Holding Back Your Success

    Watch the full Episode here: https://youtu.be/ifxGxEZ_MBc Ben Hackett is an Appointment Setting Coach. In this episode, Ben Hackett joins me for a powerful conversation on mindset, confidence, self-awareness, trauma, business growth, leadership, appointment setting, and what it truly takes to create lasting transformation from the inside out. Ben shares his journey from struggling with social anxiety, fear of judgement, and low confidence to building a successful coaching business and helping others transform their lives. One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is hearing how a traumatic experience from childhood continued to influence his behaviour, confidence, and decision-making for years without him even realising it. We explore how experiences from our past can quietly shape our present reality, how the subconscious mind stores these experiences, and why so many people unknowingly live out patterns and beliefs that were formed decades earlier. Together, we discuss the importance of bringing awareness to unconscious beliefs, understanding where fear comes from, and learning how to rewire the mind to create a completely different future. We also dive deep into the role of nervous system regulation and why so many people struggle with confidence, clarity, and performance because they are constantly operating from a state of stress, overwhelm, and overthinking. Ben shares how breathwork, reflection, self-awareness, and mindset work have helped him become calmer, more focused, more confident, and more effective in both life and business. The conversation then shifts into business, sales, leadership, and personal development. Ben explains how changing his internal state led to record days, record weeks, and record months in his business, and why becoming detached from outcomes was one of the biggest breakthroughs in his entrepreneurial journey. We discuss the relationship between mindset and financial success, why confidence cannot be bought externally, and how self-image plays a major role in determining the level of success a person experiences. We also explore: • How childhood experiences shape adult behaviour • Social anxiety, fear of judgement, and confidence • The subconscious mind and limiting beliefs • Nervous system regulation and emotional resilience • Self-awareness and understanding your thought patterns • Identity, self-image, and personal transformation • Why confidence is an inside job • Detachment, abundance, and business growth • Leadership lessons from successful entrepreneurs • Extreme ownership and personal responsibility • Building a coaching business from the ground up • Growing through YouTube and organic content • The future of appointment setting and AI • Why impact should always come before income • The importance of giving without expecting anything in return • Creating a life that feels aligned with who you truly are This episode is packed with practical insights, powerful mindset shifts, personal stories, and lessons that can be applied to business, relationships, confidence, performance, and everyday life. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a coach, a business owner, or simply someone looking to better understand yourself and unlock your potential, there is something in this conversation for everyone. Enjoy the episode. ------------------------------ Mental Performance Coaching Are self-doubt, overthinking, or a lack of confidence holding you back from reaching your full potential? Through Mental Performance Coaching, I help entrepreneurs, business owners, and professionals build unshakeable confidence, clarity, and self-belief so they can perform at their highest level. DM me on Instagram - the word CLARITY to find out how we can unlock the next level of you.

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  • Creator
    James Hempton
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    67
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © James Hempton
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    The James Hempton Show

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