Glencore Coal

As Training Coordinator for workforce management and training systems at Glencore Coal, Garry Roberts operated in a safety-critical environment where mental fatigue, high-stakes decision-making, and increasing pressure were part of daily life. Despite his 23 years of experience at Glencore Coal, Garry found himself often running on autopilot. Stress and reactive habits had started to cloud focus, reduce clarity, and impact his confidence as a leader in a high-risk industry.

Garry was a part of the Neuroscience of Peak Mental Performance program, designed specifically for leaders working in demanding environments. Over an extended training and coaching journey, he was introduced to brain-based tools and science-backed strategies that helped him:

✅ Understand how the brain processes pressure and distraction

✅ Build awareness of his default responses and reactive patterns

✅ Strengthen his focus, emotional regulation, and clarity under pressure

Rewire long-held behaviours through the science of neuroplasticity.

Using a blend of neuroscience education, coaching, and practical frameworks, Garry began applying techniques to calm the mind, regulate stress, and shift from autopilot to intentional leadership. He learned how to:

✔ Prioritise more effectively under pressure

✔ Make better decisions with a clear head

✔ Shift deeply ingrained behaviours through consistent, brain-friendly practices.

This wasn’t theory. It was transformation in action.

Garry went from stressed and reactive to calm, focused and confident. He embraced the process with an open mind, showing that rewiring habits is not only possible, it’s powerful. One of his most profound insights came when he understood the concept of neuroplasticity and realised he had the ability to change how he thinks, feels, and leads.

He now approaches pressure with purpose. His performance and wellbeing have improved, and his story continues to inspire others.