#14 - Scott Parsons - Don’t Settle: You Can Have it All

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In this energising episode of The One Percent Podcast, I sit down with Scott Parsons—founder of a 100-person recruitment firm, father of two, and former client—who shares the subtle but important shift that changed everything: stopping the drift and raising the bar.

Scott wasn’t in crisis. Life looked great. Business was booming, his kids were thriving, and everything “on paper” was a success. But something felt off. He wasn’t looking after himself. The gym was a distant memory. Alcohol had crept in more than he realised. And deep down, he knew he was leaving something on the table.

What followed was a complete recalibration.

Scott shares how small changes in habits, alcohol, food, and movement helped him unlock a whole new level—not just in health, but in fatherhood, mindset, and even business. He didn’t sacrifice anything. He found a better way to do everything.

If you’re doing “fine” but know you’re capable of more—this episode will show you what happens when you stop coasting and start leading from the front.

Find about Scott’s new business at: liftedbrewing.com

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#14 - Scott Parsons - Don’t Settle: You Can Have it All

The One Percent

published 17 days ago

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What followed was a complete recalibration.

If you’re doing “fine” but know you’re capable of more—this episode will show you what happens when you stop coasting and start leading from the front.

Find about Scott’s new business at: liftedbrewing.com

16 episodes

#Fitness #Podcasting Education #Self-Improvement #Luke Doran

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In In this episode of The One Percent Podcast , I sit down with Stuart Jubb - former British Army officer, cybersecurity executive, father, and one of my early clients - for a conversation on what it really means to lead under pressure. Stuart isn’t just a war veteran. He’s someone who’s led teams through firefights in Afghanistan, helped build and sell businesses, and now runs a fast-growing cyber division in the corporate world. But the real story? It’s what war taught him about life. About staying calm when everything’s on fire. About how to lead people when things fall apart. About owning your emotional state - whether you’re on a battlefield, in a boardroom, or parenting at 6am on no sleep. We talk discipline, emotional regulation, communication, and why perfectionism quietly kills progress. If you’re spinning plates, under pressure, or just trying to lead better - this one’s for you.…

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#14 - Scott Parsons - Don’t Settle: You Can Have it All 22:24

17 days ago22:24

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In this energising episode of The One Percent Podcast , I sit down with Scott Parsons —founder of a 100-person recruitment firm, father of two, and former client—who shares the subtle but important shift that changed everything: stopping the drift and raising the bar. Scott wasn’t in crisis. Life looked great. Business was booming, his kids were thriving, and everything “on paper” was a success. But something felt off. He wasn’t looking after himself. The gym was a distant memory. Alcohol had crept in more than he realised. And deep down, he knew he was leaving something on the table. What followed was a complete recalibration. Scott shares how small changes in habits, alcohol, food, and movement helped him unlock a whole new level—not just in health, but in fatherhood, mindset, and even business. He didn’t sacrifice anything. He found a better way to do everything. If you’re doing “fine” but know you’re capable of more—this episode will show you what happens when you stop coasting and start leading from the front. Find about Scott’s new business at: liftedbrewing.com…

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#11 - Michael Lambe - No More Coasting: How to Take Back Control 19:06

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#10 - Dougie Todd - From Struggle to Strength: The Path to Resilience 23:50

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#7 - Steve Farrell - Burnout, Boundaries & Being in Control 28:05

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#6 - Mike Lashmar - Why Hard Work isn't Enough & Energy Changes Everything 20:11

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#5 - Alistair Dornan - Why Balance Isn’t the Goal & Motivation Is Overrated 23:33

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#4 - Mark Davis – From Overwhelm to Ownership 22:17

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