From Tiger Woods to Kaizen: The Secrets of High-Performance Coaching with Simon EdwardsIn this episode, I sit down with my own coach, Simon Edwards - a PGA performance coach, tournament director, and all-around expert in helping people unlock their true potential. We dive into the mindset, stories, and strategies that have shaped Simon’s journey from playing in the Open Championship to coaching winners and transforming lives, including my own. Whether you’re a golfer, a leader, or just someone looking to be your best, you’ll find inspiration and practical wisdom in this conversation.
Summary: 💡 Get an insider’s look at what it’s like to compete in the Open Championship and share the practice range with golf legends. 💡 Learn how the “Kaizen” philosophy of continuous improvement can elevate your performance in any field. 💡 Discover practical coaching strategies and mindset shifts that help both elite athletes and everyday people achieve their goals. Here’s to your shining! Estelle Read Bestselling Author, Coach & Speaker Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to the Optimising Your Brilliance Podcast 00:40 – Meet your host, Estelle Read 01:04 – Introducing Simon Edwards: PGA coach & tournament director 01:55 – Simon’s journey: From player to coach, and the Open Championship 02:25 – The power of coaching, process, and continuous improvement 02:52 – Estelle’s personal golf story and lessons with Simon 05:25 – Imposter syndrome and the “natural genius” mindset 09:00 – The importance of process, Kaizen, and learning from failure 13:30 – Family, switching off, and the value of obsession 21:10 – Simon’s origin story: Family, values, and the love of golf 28:15 – Parenting, pressure, and building good humans through sport 36:00 – Visualisation, performance, and the “zone” in golf and life 45:00 – What makes someone brilliant? Simon’s checklist for coaching and playing 55:00 – Book recommendations and closing thoughts 55:14 – Outro: Subscribe, share, and connect with Estelle Listen on your favourite podcast platform or watch on YouTube: www.youtube.com/...stelleRead/podcasts Connect with Estelle Read: www.linkedin.com/in/estelleatbeee/ Access Free Resources: For free resources, book a discovery call or join The Resilient Leader Programme: SHINE, or The Optimised Leader Programme: NEXT LEVEL, visit estelleread.com/ Connect with Simon Edwards: FB.com/simon.edwards.581525 www.instagram.com/sedwardsgolf/ www.linkedin.com/...-edwards-49a9441b/ Please Help Us Grow So We Can Continue: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review or share it with someone who might benefit. Thanks for listening to the Optimising Your Brilliance Podcast! Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice. Please consult a qualified professional for specific advice. #Kaizen #PerformanceCoaching #MindsetMatters #Leadership #TigerWoods
Nov 18, 2025
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