Xara Jetly is a professional cricketer from New Zealand who plays for Wellington Blaze and is on pursuit to represent the New Zealand White Ferns at the highest level. In this episode, we explore her journey as a female cricketer playing both women’s and men’s cricket, overcoming bias, staying resilient through injury, balancing her career with content creation, and the mindset that fuels her determination and self-awareness. This was one of my favourite conversations so far - Xara opens up with honesty and depth about her motivations, her training philosophy, and what it takes to navigate the highs and lows of professional sport while staying true to herself.

What we cover in this episode:

🏏 Breaking barriers: playing men’s and women’s cricket in New Zealand and England

🚫 Facing and overcoming sexism in cricket

💪 Staying resilient through her first serious injury — physically and mentally

🗓️ Balancing professional cricket, university, a corporate career, and content creation

🌱 Why she chooses to be vulnerable on social media

🔁 Her training philosophy and what it really takes to keep improving

🎯 Managing expectations, self-awareness, and confidence versus ego

🌟 Her inspirations and outlook on life as an athlete and creator

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Instagram: @xara.jetly

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*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and thoughts expressed in this podcast are my own and do not represent those of any employer, organization or affiliate. I am not a licensed expert, and all discussions are based on personal experiences, insights, and publicly available information. This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Always do your own research and seek guidance from qualified professionals where necessary. Listener discretion is advised.

From episodes 11 to 20, I’ve learned a lot - from my guests, my own reflections, and quiet moments in between. In this special milestone episode, I break down the 10 biggest lessons that stuck with me. From overcoming fear and building a legacy to understanding the price of inaction, these lessons are simple but deeply powerful.

If you're building something, trying to grow, or just need a nudge in the right direction - this one's for you.

🔑 Topics covered:

• The “Keep Going” curve
• Resistance & awareness
• Legacy vs. moments
• Gratitude > Greed
• The cost of inaction
• Confidence through action
• And much more.

Check out the ‘Keep Going’ Curve here: https://visualizevalue.com/blogs/visuals/keep-going?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwKW27lleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABp2Y69FSzbnzrNf4KAviIwwgewEEbu0mVEccJwa95S6DdM3_EbVZNRz2DyqS-_aem_csFJVjUMUxTRlFoe8RK8OA

Episodes referenced:

EP14. Amit Vengurlekar: https://youtu.be/Kp3z0JH6jQw?si=PzsYqAkWFv-oZu-v

EP15. Virat Kohli: https://youtu.be/-sFlRTAOyLk?si=u_j5t0a0J637e_HS

EP16. Handreen Hussian: https://youtu.be/7EaBxr1E5U0?si=WaYS8La78Je-j35x

Let me know which one hit you hardest.

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*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and thoughts expressed in this podcast are my own and do not represent those of any employer, organization or affiliate. I am not a licensed expert, and all discussions are based on personal experiences, insights, and publicly available information. This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Always do your own research and seek guidance from qualified professionals where necessary. Listener discretion is advised.

What if the next big transformation in your life isn’t a massive overhaul, but a 1% tweak done consistently?

In this episode, we decode the philosophy behind The Aggregation of Marginal Gains - made famous by British Cycling coach Sir Dave Brailsford. From antibacterial hand-washing to hauling pillows across continents, Brailsford showed how micro-improvements compound into world-class success.

We apply this Olympic mindset to everyday life—from phone habits and Netflix spirals to email checking and sleep hygiene. You’ll learn why your future self is built in the quiet decisions nobody sees… and how choosing the better 1% today could change everything.

🎯 Featuring insights from James Clear, Dave Brailsford - plus practical tips on how to make marginal gains stick.

Get in touch in the comments below or head to...

Instagram: ⁠@sachin.jha23⁠

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*Disclaimer: The views, opinions, and thoughts expressed in this podcast are my own and do not represent those of any employer, organization or affiliate. I am not a licensed expert, and all discussions are based on personal experiences, insights, and publicly available information. This content is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as professional advice. Always do your own research and seek guidance from qualified professionals where necessary. Listener discretion is advised.