From the rugby grounds of Jedburgh to boardrooms across the globe, Neil Tunnah’s career has been shaped by connection, clarity, and consistency. Neil is an accredited University of Queensland & Rugby Australia Level 4 High-Performance Coach, and a World Rugby Accredited High-Performance Trainer & Educator. Neil transitioned into leadership consulting—bringing with him a rare mix of lived sporting grit and strategic business insight. His journey took him from coaching rising stars in Australia’s rugby system to founding The Performance Chain Group, a consultancy that helps leaders thrive in high-pressure environments across three continents.
In this episode, Neil joins Amber Daines to talk about what truly defines leadership and sustainable performance—on the field and beyond. He shares personal stories of resilience, including the setback of being let go from a coaching role, and how that pivotal experience reshaped his approach to people, pressure, and purpose. Now the creator of the 24hr Leader model, Neil helps executives and teams embed elite-level habits into everyday business.
Together, they explore the mindset shifts required to navigate career transitions, the identity challenges athletes often face post-sport, and why structure, self-awareness, and recovery are just as critical in corporate life as they are in elite sport. If you’re curious about what it takes to lead when the stakes are high—and how to stay human through it all—this is a must-listen.
Connect with Amber Daines here https://amberdaines.com
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