What does it really take to become your best self?
In this inspiring episode, Mark Francis sits down with Laura Warburton, Head of Talent @ Tishman Speyer, author of *Becoming Your Best Self: The Toolkit*, yoga teacher, and mindset coach, to explore personal growth, career transitions, resilience, and building a meaningful life.
Laura shares her journey from a successful global recruitment career across the UK, Australia, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the US to writing her first book and helping others unlock their potential through mindset coaching. She also opens up about overcoming serious health challenges, dealing with personal loss, and why those experiences transformed her perspective on success and purpose.
Whether you're looking to change careers, improve your mindset, develop better habits, or find the confidence to pursue your goals, this conversation is full of practical strategies and inspiring insights.
In this episode:
* Laura's global recruitment career and leadership journey
* Why she moved from corporate life into coaching
* The inspiration behind *Becoming Your Best Self: The Toolkit*
* How mindset shapes success and personal growth
* Building effective daily habits that create lasting change
* The power of vision boards and goal setting
* Lessons from yoga, meditation, and mindfulness
* Overcoming burnout and finding balance
* How writing a book transformed Laura's life
* Practical advice for anyone navigating career or life transitions
If you're ready to develop confidence, create better habits, and become the best version of yourself, this episode is packed with actionable advice you can start using today.
Connect with Laura Warburton:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurawarburton
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/laurawarburton
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Hosted by Mark Francis, founder of The Uspire Partnership and former senior leader at Burberry and Tesco, this podcast provokes fresh thinking, energises purpose, and transforms how leaders perform. With over 25 years of experience in learning and development, organisational change, and executive coaching, Mark brings deep insight to every conversation. He's worked across retail, FMCG, logistics, and professional services, helping leaders and organisations unlock potential and drive meaningful transformation. Whether you're building a business, leading a team, or navigating your own path, you'll discover practical wisdom and inspiration from those who know what it takes to steer the ship.
If you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or professional looking to elevate your leadership, find inspiration from great mentors, or understand what drives transformational performance, this podcast will give you the insights and energy to chart your own course with confidence.
What is Who's Your Captain??
Who's Your Captain explores the leadership lessons hidden in the stories of sports' greatest captains. Hosted by Mark Francis, this podcast dives deep into what separates good leaders from legendary ones—on the field, in the locker room, and beyond.
Each episode features conversations with elite athletes, coaches, and sports professionals who've experienced world-class leadership firsthand. From the mental resilience required to lead under pressure to the communication strategies that unite divided teams, Mark unpacks the principles that make exceptional captains unforgettable.
Whether you're leading a business, managing a team, or navigating your own personal challenges, the insights from sports captains translate directly to everyday leadership. These aren't just sports stories—they're blueprints for building trust, inspiring performance, and leading with integrity.
Mark Francis brings his passion for sports and leadership together to deliver authentic, actionable conversations that inspire listeners to step up and lead in their own lives. New episodes drop weekly, bringing you closer to understanding what it truly means to captain your own ship.
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