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Episode 1. Compass for Life: Resilience, Purpose & the Path to High Performance (extended book interview)
Guest: Floyd Woodrow MBE DCM
Original interview used in the creation of the book Balancing Act.
In this wide-ranging and energising conversation, recorded as a conversation to inform content you’ll find in the book ‘Balancing Act: Mastering Work, Wealth and Wellbeing’, Floyd Woodrow shares the principles that have guided his journey from military service to international leadership development. The discussion explores what success really means, why understanding yourself is foundational, and how resilience is built through daily practice, emotional intelligence and alignment between who you are and what you pursue.
Floyd reflects on passion, purpose and the Compass for Life model, while also exploring how AI is reshaping human performance and personal development. The episode highlights the importance of intuition, the role of a strong support network, and the habits that sustain momentum. It is a conversation about growth, adaptability and designing a life that feels meaningful, balanced and high-performing.
Key Topics Covered
- Redefining success as an ongoing journey
- The transition from military service to business leadership
- Purpose, passion and the Compass for Life framework
- Self-understanding as the gateway to sustainable growth
- Building resilience through practice, structure and self-awareness
- Emotional intelligence and authenticity in leadership
- The importance of support networks for performance and wellbeing
- Mental-Physical alignment and daily habits that enhance performance
- Navigating career pivots and adapting with confidence
- Rest, recovery and resilience
- AI as a tool for human development and enhanced self-awareness
- Social resilience, connection and energy management
