Where Magic Happens: Just Outside Your Comfort Zone, with Triathlon Coach, Philippa Hardy
Optimising Leader Brilliance · 2025-11-05 · 50 min
Episode notes
Philippa climbs mountains, swims in the wild and consistently pushes her comfort zone both personally and professionally, even when her heart pumps a little faster! She’s incredibly humble about her achievements, but her drive to expand her comfort zone is infectious - so much so, that I’ve agreed to go wild swimming too! Philippa chairs the CIPD branch in Cumbria as a volunteer -and her volunteering doesn’t stop there, she’s a triathlon coach too! A genuine champion of others and by day she’s in HR Advice, Policy and Change Management for Cumberland Council. If you’ve been putting off a “thing” in your personal or professional life, and you’re unsure how to start or feel apprehensive, this conversation with Phillipa will inspire you to act. What You Will Learn & Summary: What technique Philippa uses to swap Netflix, for a run, in preparation for her half Iron Man. How she takes that initial brave step towards doing something, & pushes her comfort zone. Why embracing adventure & a growth mindset can transform your work, happiness, & sense of self. Here’s to your shining!
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