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ENDURES with Suzanne Rath
For purposeful trailblazing leaders, founders and potentialists: ENDURES is a short daily boost of insights and inspiration borne from the intersection of endurance sports, entrepreneurship, leadership, physiotherapy & neuro-science.
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Episodes
ENDURES with Suzanne RathDon’t Miss the Life Between the Goals
In Willow’s final hours, I lay beside her in our garden watching a golden orb spider weave its web, listening to the lorikeets and noticing tiny things I would…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathDuality Doesn’t Make You Inconsistent
We’re often encouraged to create a clear, consistent version of ourselves for other people, but authenticity doesn’t mean reducing yourself to one thing.In…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathYou Don’t Have to Catch Up
After nine days away from this podcast and the loss of our beautiful Willow, I’m slowly finding my way back, but I’m not trying to catch up on everything I…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathAre You Choosing Leaders- or People Who Look Like Leaders?
New research highlighted by Harvard Business Review explores why people who make brilliant first impressions don't necessarily make brilliant leaders.In this…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhy the slower runners looked happier ( and how this applies to business and leadership)
A new study analysed nearly 20,000 facial expressions during a 125km ultramarathon. Slower runners often looked happier at the finish line than faster…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathIs Your Network Helping You Grow- or Just Helping You Cope?
New research suggests the networks that make us feel most supported aren’t necessarily the ones that create the greatest opportunities for growth.In this…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathTime bending - how to fit more life into the time you have
We all get the same 24 hours - but we don’t all experience or use them in the same way.In this episode, I unpack how I “bend time” by creating constraints…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathStop communicating more- start checking understanding
New research into human-AI collaboration highlights something leaders often get wrong: good communication isn’t about saying more, it’s about creating a shared…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhen life happens but the work doesn’t stop
When Life Happens but the Work Doesn’t Stop My beautiful dog Willow has cancer, and right now a significant part of my emotional capacity belongs somewhere…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathThe messy middle-when the goal stops feeling exciting
Starting is exciting- finishing is satisfying. But the middle can be repetitive, uncertain and frustrating. In this episode, I share being in the messy middle…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathAI isn’t an IT project
Gartner predicts that by 2029, 30% of organisations will have blended HR and IT teams as AI fundamentally changes how work gets done.But adopting AI isn’t…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhat Happens After You Achieve the Goal?
Finishing the Larapinta stage race meant ticking off one of my 100 goals- but what actually happens psychologically when we finally achieve something we’ve…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathI Ran 270KM From Sydney to Newcastle
I recently joined Murray Jones on 4CA to talk about running from Sydney to Newcastle- and what it really takes to keep pursuing big goals without running…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathNot every alarm means stop
Not Every Alarm Means Stop Running along a ridgeline at Larapinta today reminded me that fear and discomfort are information, but they aren’t always…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathThe View Changes When You’re Actually In It
I’m halfway through the four-day Run Larapinta stage race- one of my 100 goals- and I’ve noticed something: every section feels completely different when I’m…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathYour competitors aren't your compass.
Today on a trail run I got lost because I followed somebody who looked like they knew where they were going. It reminded me how we often do the same in…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathAI is helping us do more- but are we doing better?
New research into workplace AI asks- is it making us more productive- or just producing more? Because more doesn't mean better performance. The real question…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhy Your Team Isn’t Getting Things Done: The Power of Clear Ownership
A recent Slack study found that tasks with a clear owner are 70% more likely to get done - and adding a deadline makes completion 2.5× more likely.In this…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathStop Being the Easiest Answer
Many founders build their businesses by wearing every hat- but what happens when it’s finally time to take those hats off?In this episode, I explore why teams…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathPerformance diagnoses- using EOS & my 3 core outcomes
In this episode of ENDURES, I directly map out how each of my 3 core outcomes of unshakeable focus, unstoppable momentum & actualised potential map to the 3…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhy Rituals Matter More Than Habits
Habits help us repeat an action. Rituals help us remember why it matters. In this episode, I explore how adding meaning to ordinary routines can help us…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhen the Numbers Say Yes, But Your Values Say No
The Ford Pinto story is a stark reminder of what can happen when we optimise for the wrong metric. In this episode, I explore why data and AI can inform our…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhat I do when I hit a wall
We all hit walls sometimes- whether in business, leadership or life. In this episode, I share what I do when momentum disappears, why self-compassion beats…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWho are you without the title?
What if the solution to being consumed by purpose is the same as avoiding being consumed by our business or titles? In this episode of ENDURES I share some key…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathLeadership longevity through accountability
In my upcoming book, I write on a new paradigm for accountability. In this episode of ENDURES. I explore how this can enhance longevity in leadership. UPCOMING…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathHow ENDURES can help you identify your high performers
Steven Covey’s research shows that the most high performing companies have leaders who spend a lot of time thinking and planning- rather than executing. But…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWho’s Keeping Your Internal Scorecard?
After a life-changing injury, I discovered my then partner had been secretly grading our days as red, amber or green. It was confronting- but it revealed a…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathStop Defending Yourself: The Leadership Habit That’s Holding You Back
Why do so many leaders become defensive when they receive feedback? In this episode, I share a personal story about a recent supplier interaction. You’ll learn…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathEvery Extraordinary Achievement Begins as Someone Else’s Impossible
In today’s episode of ENDURES, I explore the leadership lessons from mountaineer Nirmal Purja’s extraordinary quest to climb all 14 of the world’s 8,000-metre…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathPotential is overrated - capacity changes everything
Many coaches promise unlocked potential. Often they’re solving the wrong problem. It’s not potential that holds people back- capacity does. In this episode I…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathBali, Bubble Baths & Better pelvic health: with Dr Sarah the Fanny Physio
Today on ENDURES, I’m joined by Dr Sarah Mattin- the Fanny Physio down under , on a conversation recorded in Bali. We explore complex patient care, the…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathThe power of consistency & returning to the same place
I love adventure, growth and novelty- as many entrepreneurs and leaders do! But returning for the 3rd time to Nusa Lembongan, an island off the coast of Bali…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathThree Tests to Decide What Actually Matters
One of the most relevant leadership ideas published this week comes from Harvard Business Review: “3 Questions to Pressure-Test Your Priorities.” The article…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathYou don’t need to always play catch- up
One of about 4 of cast episodes I’ll be dropping in close succession- as due to travel/ internet connection etc, I’ve missed a few days! This inspired me to…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathMichelle Abitria on Building a Business with Boundaries, Purpose & People
Today on ENDURES I’m joined ( in Bali!) by Michelle Abitria- founder of Outsourcing Crew, who provide virtual administration assistants to companies across the…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhy I travel alone ( sometimes)
People often ask how I choose where to travel and how I’m comfortable travelling on my own. The truth is, travel is simply the visible part of a bigger story…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhat can a 1,000-year-old Balinese water temple teach us about leading well?
Today I share three leadership lessons from Tirta Empul: why setting your intention matters before taking action, why sustainable performance depends on…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathDon’t let AI steal your thinking
AI can make us faster but it shouldn’t replace the human qualities that make us… us. In today’s episode I explore the importance of curiosity, judgement and…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathThe ride is the reward
A Grab ride through Bali reminded me how often we’re so focused on getting somewhere that we forget to experience where we are. The destination matters, but…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhy great leaders don’t leave performance to chance
Rituals aren’t just traditions. They’re one of the most powerful leadership tools we have. In this episode, I explore how intentional rituals reduce anxiety…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathThe False Alignment Trap: Why Great Teams Still Fail
Today’s episode explores one of the biggest hidden risks in leadership: false alignment. We often assume our teams understand the vision because nobody…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhat can you achieve in 3 years? Hint- probably more than you think!
Inspired by a chat with a friend, I share a clip from the Chris Voss show in which I talk about my physio- leader journey, writing a letter to my future self…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathDiscomfort is the price of a meaningful life.
3 constants in life are pain, continuous work and uncertainty. Just like we train a muscle or build bone strength, we can develop our capabilities to manage…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhat You See Determines What You Miss
Every yes is also a thousand invisible no’s. In this episode, I explore how our attention shapes our reality, drawing on 4,000 Weeks, the idea of JOMO, and the…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathThe Onsen Effect: Why Nobody Is Looking at You
Title:The Onsen Effect: Why Nobody Is Looking at You Show notes:Stepping into a traditional Japanese onsen can feel uncomfortable- until you realise everyone…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathPlay Your Way to Better Leadership: What Tokyo Taught Me About Changing Brain States
What if fun wasn’t a distraction from high performance, but one of its greatest drivers? In this episode of ENDURES, I share the unexpected leadership lessons…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathThe mountain doesn’t change- but you should. Notes from Mount Fuji
In this episode, I explore the ancient rituals of Fuji’s summit shrine, the meaning of the pilgrim’s walking stick, and why gratitude always comes before…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathMount Fuji Sea- Summit: highlights!
A podcast with a difference today as I’ve been awake for close to 2 days to summit Mount Fuji- starting from the sea! 50km in total and just under 3800m…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhy 100 Goals Might Change Your Life
As I prepare to climb Mount Fuji tomorrow with Rat Race, I’m reflecting on the surprising exercise of setting 100 goals. It pushes you beyond the obvious and…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathThe hidden cognitive cost of change- and how important purpose is
McKinsey’s latest insight on designing work for cognitive change reveals that uncertainty about whether work actually matters is a massive drain on cognitive…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathBeyond the Peak: What 270km Taught Me About Thriving Under Pressure
In this special episode, I share my recent conversation with Charlie McKillop on ABC Far North Radio ahead of my Beyond the Peak keynote fundraiser for the Far…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhy So Many People Stay Stuck in Survival Mode (And How to Start Thriving)
In this episode- a clip taken from an episode of Healthy Mind with Avik- we explore why so many people become trapped in survival mode and why time seems to…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathRegrets of the dying - how these map to the domains of accountability
A quick re- record of yesterdays key points, as sound failed! Get full access to Suzanne Rath at suzannerathcoach.substack.com/subscribe
ENDURES with Suzanne RathThe Courage to Get Off the Wrong Train- With Justine Campbell
High achievers often look successful on the outside while feeling disconnected on the inside. In this conversation with identity architect Justine Campbell, we…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathThe Productivity Trap: Why Not Everything Needs to Be Optimised
Optimisation, productivity & performance are great- but there’s no need to over- optimise! Find a somewhat low value or unproductive task energising or…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhy Giving Back Is Good for You, Your Business and Your Community
Giving back isn’t just good for the people you help- it can improve your own wellbeing too. In this episode, I explore the research on volunteering, why…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathFrom Survival to My Zone of Genius
Today on ENDURES, I share a clip from a recent chat with Gary Schuller (full link below). I share how discovering my zone of genius changed the way I lead and…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathWhen is positivity in leadership toxic? Endurance leadership lessons
Ultrarunner Harvey Lewis ran 111 hours with two broken ribs and a torn hamstring, and he was still smiling. That’s not toxic positivity, it’s proportionate…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathThe Leadership Trends Defining the Second Half of 2026
As we move into the second half of 2026, leadership is shifting beyond AI tools and towards the human skills that technology can’t replace. In this episode, I…
ENDURES with Suzanne RathBeyond the Purchase: Raising the Bar in Property Investing with Bernadette Cilia
In this episode, I'm joined by Bernadette Cilia, founder of BMC Buyers Agency, to explore what great property buying really looks like. We discuss why…