Welcome to the High Performance Parent

Lauren Currie OBE shares why confidence isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you build through action, decisions, and momentum.We unpack how clearer, braver choices create self-belief over time, why confidence follows action rather than precedes it, and how overthinking quietly drains energy and progress.Lauren’s perspective speaks directly to parents who feel stuck between knowing what they want and acting on it—showing how intentional decisions unlock confidence, clarity, and forward motion.

Tobi Asare introduces the idea of “the blend” as a more realistic, humane alternative to the myth of work–life balance.We explore how parents can design flexible systems around energy rather than perfection, why grace matters more than optimisation, and how letting go of balance can actually lead to better performance across life.Tobi’s story offers reassurance and practical wisdom for parents who feel stretched thin—showing how work, family, and self can coexist without constant guilt or burnout.

Andy Ayim MBE shares how fatherhood fundamentally reshaped his definition of success, shifting his focus from external achievement to long-term fulfilment, values, and intention.We explore the trade-offs he’s learned to make, the rituals that anchor his days, and why reflection is the most underrated performance skill for parents navigating complex lives.Andy’s story brings the High Performance Parent philosophy to life—showing how clarity, presence, and energy are built through deliberate choices, not relentless hustle.

Sedge Beswick opens up about how motherhood rewired her ambition, reshaped her relationship with work, and taught her the power of boundaries and focus.We explore how leaving the business she founded helped her rediscover her superpowers, build systems that support both career and family, and even sharpen her negotiation skills - thanks to life with a toddler.Her story captures the essence of the High Performance Parent philosophy: that becoming a parent doesn’t limit your potential - it refines it, helping you perform with greater clarity, confidence, and care.

Sarah Robb O’Hagan draws on her experience in elite sport, global leadership, and parenting to redefine what high performance really looks like under sustained pressure.We explore the role of recovery, resilience, and self-awareness, and why knowing when to rest is just as important as knowing when to push.Sarah’s insights challenge the grind mentality and offer a more sustainable model of performance—one built on energy, honesty, and bringing your whole self to both work and family life.

Welcome to Season One!This episode is an introduction and a teaser - both to the High Performance Parent project, and to it's founder, Performance Coach Carl Martin. We'll unpack some of the beliefs and ideas that are fuelling HPP - and give you a glimpse into what you can expect from Season One.