Andrew May is a leading expert in human performance, leadership and mental skills.
Founder of Performance Intelligence, he combines science-backed strategies with decades of coaching experience across business, sport, and the military and the performing arts to help leaders and teams perform under pressure – and thrive long-term. His mission is simple: help people show up at their best, when it matters most.
Andrew May: Global Authority on Human Performance, Leadership & Mental Skills
Founder of Performance Intelligence | Keynote Speaker | Mental Skills Coach
Andrew May is one of the world’s leading experts in human performance, mindset, and leadership.
As the founder of Performance Intelligence, he partners with elite athletes, CEOs, and high-performing teams across business, sport, the military, and the performing arts to unlock potential and drive sustainable performance.
Andrew’s mission is to help individuals and organisations perform at their best — mentally, physically, and emotionally. His evidence-based programs integrate cutting-edge science with practical strategies, empowering leaders and teams to thrive under pressure.
A Career Built on Performance.
Andrew’s journey began as an elite athlet and evolved into a career as a high-performance coach. He has served as the Mental Skills and Leadership Coach for elite teams like the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (NRL), the NSW Waratahs (Super Rugby), and world champion boxer Tim Tszyu. This deep involvement in sport led Andrew to develop his signature approach to mental skills training, helping athletes and leaders consistently perform in high-pressure environments.
Beyond sports, Andrew has worked with high performers in business, the military, and the performing arts, helping them build resilience, focus, and consistency in high-pressure environments.
Career Highlights.
- Mental Skills and Leadership Coach for the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles (NRL), NSW Waratahs (Super Rugby), and World Champion Boxer, Tim Tszyu
- Host of the Performance Intelligence Podcast
- Best-selling author
- World-class keynote speaker
- Performance strategist and leadership coach
- Successful entrepreneur having sold previous businesses to Accor and KPMG
Science-Backed Strategies for Sustainable Performance.
Andrew holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Exercise Physiology and a Master’s in Coaching Psychology. His programs are grounded in research and designed to:
Enhance mental toughness and resilience
Improve decision-making under pressure
Integrate mental skills into daily routines
Measure impact through diagnostics like the PQ Index
By embedding mental skills training into organisational culture, Andrew helps teams achieve peak performance and maintain it over time.
Trusted by Leaders and Organisations Worldwide
Andrew is a sought-after keynote speaker, best-selling author, and host of the Performance Intelligence Podcast. He has delivered transformative programs and presentations for a diverse range of clients, including:
Commonwealth Bank of Australia
Accor Hotels
KPMG
Australian Defence Force
His engaging style and practical insights have made him a trusted advisor for leaders seeking to enhance performance and wellbeing within their organisations.
Explore Andrew’s Work
Keynote Speaking
High-impact keynotes on leadership, mindset and performance from Andrew May that inspire and engage.
Corporate Programs
Build high-performing teams with science-backed programs, tailored to your business needs.
Performance Intelligence Podcast
Listen to Andrew and his guests for practical tools to lead, think, and perform better.
Matchfit Book
Andrew’s bestselling book to boost energy, sharpen mindset, and perform at your best.
Mental Skills Philosophy
At the core of Andrew’s work is his belief in training the mind just like we train the body. His mental skills training, combined with leadership development and team culture, has transformed high-performing teams worldwide. He teaches athletes, leaders and entire organisations to manage stress, stay focused, and make decisions in critical moments.
Andrew believes in training the mind, just like we train the body. His approach embeds mental skills training into the culture of elite teams, enhancing resilience, focus, and consistency in high-pressure situations. By integrating mental skills with leadership and team culture, Andrew helps individuals and teams consistently perform at their best.
“The biggest differentiator between a great performer and an okay performer is the ability to manage stress under pressure,” says Andrew.
Andrew’s mental skills philosophy is simple: just as you can train the body to be fit and strong, you can train the mind to be resilient and agile. This philosophy has led him to become a trusted advisor for elite teams and organisations, helping them navigate high-pressure environments with confidence.
Why Mental Skills Matter
Success in high-pressure environments—whether in sports, military, or the boardroom —depends on mastering the “inner game.”
Traditional training often emphasises skills and conditioning, but Andrew’s programs focus on building mental toughness to thrive under stress. By treating mental skills training like any other skill, Andrew helps individuals and teams develop the psychological agility needed for peak performance.
Proven 4-Tiered Approach
Andrew’s 4-tiered model integrates mental skills training into every level of an organisation. His programs instil a core framework and common language across the team, ensuring mental skills are embedded into everyday routines. This approach ensures mental skills become a core part of the team’s culture, driving consistent, high-level performance.
His work extends beyond sports to the military, corporate, and performing arts, where high-stakes environments demand mental agility and resilience. From athletes striving for championships to business leaders navigating complex challenges, Andrew’s mental skills training has consistently delivered results.
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