Scaling across multiple businesses while maintaining personal well-being can feel like a tightrope walk, but Kyran O'Neill, founder of Total Mental Performance (TMP), has mastered this art.
A retired international amateur boxer turned mental performance mentor and NLP practitioner, Kyran’s inspiring journey is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the power of mindset.
The Journey: From the Boxing Ring to Mental Performance Coaching
Kyran’s early years in government housing in the UK exposed him to stark contrasts between wealth and working-class life. This environment fueled insecurities, which drove his ambition in both boxing and business. At 12, he entered a boxing gym, igniting a passion that led to international competitions. However, the pursuit of success brought mental health struggles, including an eating disorder and anxiety.
A pivotal moment came when he transitioned from boxing to software sales, where he thrived by closing multimillion-dollar deals. But the same relentless drive for validation led to burnout. It was during this time that Kyran discovered cognitive hypnotherapy and mental performance coaching, inspiring a new path. Combining his experiences in sports, business, and mental health, he launched TMP, a coaching business that hit its first million within three years.
What is Total Mental Performance?
TMP is designed to help entrepreneurs and business owners achieve clarity, reduce overwhelm, and optimize performance. Kyran’s methodology focuses on three key outcomes:
- Minimizing Overwhelm: Helping clients manage stress and prioritize effectively.
- Gaining Clarity: Defining long-term goals and aligning them with personal and professional values.
- Maximizing Productivity: Helping clients accomplish more in less time by leveraging emotional management and performance strategies.
As demand for TMP grew, Kyran scaled his operations to include a team of five coaches, allowing him to expand his impact while continuing to work one-on-one with clients.
Embracing Serial Entrepreneurship: The Role of Discipline and Support
Kyran is not just the founder of TMP—he is also the mind behind the upcoming “Nomad’s Cave,” a unique concept offering fully equipped workspaces in popular cities like Dubai and Marbella for remote professionals. Managing multiple businesses requires an intricate balance of discipline and delegation.
Key to Kyran’s success is personal discipline—a routine that includes mindful eating, regular training, and emotional management. But he acknowledges that even with the best personal systems, entrepreneurs cannot scale alone. His secret weapon? A proactive executive assistant from 2xYou who helps him stay organized and focused.
“My EA, Kirsten, organizes the chaos,” Kyran shared. “She’s proactive, patient, and takes things off my plate before I even know they need doing. It’s a game-changer.”
Lessons for Aspiring Entrepreneurs
Kyran's journey offers several takeaways for those navigating the entrepreneurial path:
- Prioritize Mental Health: Success should not come at the expense of well-being. Seek support when needed.
- Leverage Strengths: Focus on what you do best and delegate the rest.
- Embrace Support Systems: Whether it’s a coach, mentor, or assistant, having the right team can accelerate your growth.
- Align with Purpose: Ensure your businesses reflect your values and long-term goals.
The Nomad’s Cave: A Glimpse into the Future
Kyran’s latest venture, the Nomad’s Cave, exemplifies his innovative spirit. This concept aims to provide remote professionals with spaces that blend work and lifestyle, featuring podcast equipment, ergonomic setups, and modern amenities. It's a nod to Kyran’s mission of helping people live fully while performing exceptionally.
Kyran O'Neill’s story is a powerful reminder that scaling multiple businesses doesn’t mean sacrificing health or purpose. By focusing on clarity, performance, and leveraging support, Kyran proves that you can live life on your terms—your way, your pace.
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Highly descriptive article, I enjoyed that bit.
Will there be a part 2?