EPISODES 121 - 140
ep 140 : developing mental toughness in business, life and sport - dr jason selk
What is it about Successful People that Allows them to be so Good for so Long?
As the Director of Mental Training for the St Louis Cardinals, Dr. Jason Selk helped the team win two World Series wins in a six year period. Dr. Selk is a regular contributor to Forbes, INC, ABC, CBS, ESPN, and NBC and has been featured in USA Today, CNBC, and Men’s Health. As a best selling author Dr. Selk is considered to be one of the premier performance coaches in the United States. Dr. Selk utilizes his in-depth knowledge and experience of working with the world’s finest athletes, coaches and business leaders to help individuals and organizations outperform their competition. In this extraordinary interview we dig into the true secrets behind mental toughness, resilience and GRIT.
As the Director of Mental Training for the St Louis Cardinals, Dr. Jason Selk helped the team win two World Series wins in a six year period. Dr. Selk is a regular contributor to Forbes, INC, ABC, CBS, ESPN, and NBC and has been featured in USA Today, CNBC, and Men’s Health. As a best selling author Dr. Selk is considered to be one of the premier performance coaches in the United States. Dr. Selk utilizes his in-depth knowledge and experience of working with the world’s finest athletes, coaches and business leaders to help individuals and organizations outperform their competition. In this extraordinary interview we dig into the true secrets behind mental toughness, resilience and GRIT.
ep 139 : get out of your own way, quit the excuses and create the life you want - brant garvey
Quit the Excuses, Get it Done, Make it Happen - It's Your Life
Brant Garvey an Australian Paralympian and who holds the world record as an above the knee amputee in the World Ironman Triathlon. This is a show that makes you consider the excuses we feed to ourselves that hold us back from being the best we can be in and out of work. Brant takes the lessons he has learnt in the pursuit of excellence and turns them into honest, meaningful, straight up and valuable lessons. He is currently preparing for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics and we cover what happens when the NoXcuses guy starts making excuses to himself? Brant is a good guy with big aspirations, and this is an episode that will have you feeling good about your day and your life.
Brant Garvey an Australian Paralympian and who holds the world record as an above the knee amputee in the World Ironman Triathlon. This is a show that makes you consider the excuses we feed to ourselves that hold us back from being the best we can be in and out of work. Brant takes the lessons he has learnt in the pursuit of excellence and turns them into honest, meaningful, straight up and valuable lessons. He is currently preparing for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics and we cover what happens when the NoXcuses guy starts making excuses to himself? Brant is a good guy with big aspirations, and this is an episode that will have you feeling good about your day and your life.
Ep 138 : Understand your Mind to perform, sleep and create better - emily fletcher
Being our Best by Letting Go of a Lifetime of Accumulated Stress and Worry.
Emily Fletcher is the founder of Ziva Meditation and the creator of zivaMIND, the world’s first online meditation training. Emily's client list is a who's who of business, culture, entertainment and thought leadership. Recently featured in The New York Times, and named one of the top 100 women in wellness, Emily is regarded as one of the leading experts in meditation. Taking the latest in Neuroscience learnings about our mind and combining it with real life application, ensures we are more successful in our work, sleep, travel and performance. Emily is helping us all be more successful and happy in our lives. With an amazing journey from Broadway to today, this is a fun, insightful, information packed show that will surely help you be at your best and most importantly find happiness.
Emily Fletcher is the founder of Ziva Meditation and the creator of zivaMIND, the world’s first online meditation training. Emily's client list is a who's who of business, culture, entertainment and thought leadership. Recently featured in The New York Times, and named one of the top 100 women in wellness, Emily is regarded as one of the leading experts in meditation. Taking the latest in Neuroscience learnings about our mind and combining it with real life application, ensures we are more successful in our work, sleep, travel and performance. Emily is helping us all be more successful and happy in our lives. With an amazing journey from Broadway to today, this is a fun, insightful, information packed show that will surely help you be at your best and most importantly find happiness.
EP 137 : KICK THE BUTT OF FEAR - CUT THE CRAP - FACE YOUR FEARS - LOVE YOUR LIFE - LAUREN HANDEL ZANDER
Face What’s Holding you Back from True Happiness—and Own It.
Lauren Handel Zander is determined to help you get exactly what you want out of life. Author of Maybe It’s You: Cut The Crap. Face Your Fears. Love Your Life, Lauren works with professors, politicians, award-winning artists, to Fortune 500 CEO’s & celebrities to help create actual, actionable change, Lauren created a style of life coaching that inspires everyone to face exactly what’s holding them back from true happiness, and to own it. In this episode, we’ll dive deep into Lauren’s no-bullshit style of coaching, discussing the most common problems people come to her with, and why lying really is the worst thing you can do to yourself. This is a powerful show to get your MOJO working.
Lauren Handel Zander is determined to help you get exactly what you want out of life. Author of Maybe It’s You: Cut The Crap. Face Your Fears. Love Your Life, Lauren works with professors, politicians, award-winning artists, to Fortune 500 CEO’s & celebrities to help create actual, actionable change, Lauren created a style of life coaching that inspires everyone to face exactly what’s holding them back from true happiness, and to own it. In this episode, we’ll dive deep into Lauren’s no-bullshit style of coaching, discussing the most common problems people come to her with, and why lying really is the worst thing you can do to yourself. This is a powerful show to get your MOJO working.
ep136: lessons of performance by the first ever female nfl coach - dr jen welter
Breaking Ground in Sport through Mental Application and Desire.
It’s fair to say that our guest this week has created a few firsts. Dr Jen Welter is the first female coach to ever to coach in the American NFL with the Arizona Cardinals. Jen was also the first female to play running back in a professional football game in the American League. With a master's degree in sport psychology and a PhD in psychology Dr Jen has put the learnings from her studies to good practise during an amazing career in the NFL as both a coach and player. In this show we delve into the psychology of performance, creating winning team mentalities, delivering in the face of naysayers and the stepping stones to developing GRIT and resilience.
It’s fair to say that our guest this week has created a few firsts. Dr Jen Welter is the first female coach to ever to coach in the American NFL with the Arizona Cardinals. Jen was also the first female to play running back in a professional football game in the American League. With a master's degree in sport psychology and a PhD in psychology Dr Jen has put the learnings from her studies to good practise during an amazing career in the NFL as both a coach and player. In this show we delve into the psychology of performance, creating winning team mentalities, delivering in the face of naysayers and the stepping stones to developing GRIT and resilience.
ep 135 : why the busiest people have the most time and how do they do it? - laura vanderkam
The Ways and Means for Us to Gain the Most Time for What's Important.
How would you like some extra time in your day to yourself? Laura Vanderkam is a global specialist in time, how to maximise it and how to approach time with the right psychology. Laura is the author of several time management and productivity books, including I Know How She Does It, What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast, and 168 Hours. Her work has appeared in Fast Company, Fortune, USA Today, and the Wall Street Journal. Laura questions the status quo and helps us rediscover our true passions, create the time for what is most important to US, and helps us pursue much more meaningful lives. With a husband and four children, Laura walks the talk.
How would you like some extra time in your day to yourself? Laura Vanderkam is a global specialist in time, how to maximise it and how to approach time with the right psychology. Laura is the author of several time management and productivity books, including I Know How She Does It, What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast, and 168 Hours. Her work has appeared in Fast Company, Fortune, USA Today, and the Wall Street Journal. Laura questions the status quo and helps us rediscover our true passions, create the time for what is most important to US, and helps us pursue much more meaningful lives. With a husband and four children, Laura walks the talk.
ep 134 : coming to america, the true, inspiring dream of junior bernard
A story of a Beggar from Haiti who Dreamt of America
A story you will not want to miss of a beggar from Haiti who made his dream come true, to live in America. Sometimes you just have to sit back and enjoy and be inspired by a wonderful story then think, what's holding me back? What's my excuse for not chasing whatever it is in life I desire? When you hear a story of a boy living on the streets as a beggar, who saw his dream of going to America, then methodically breaking it down into the next little step to make it happen, confronting disappointments, barriers, naysayers... and persisting because of his desire for a better life, it makes you reconsider what's holding us back. Enjoy an amazing story of grit, determination and true resilience.
A story you will not want to miss of a beggar from Haiti who made his dream come true, to live in America. Sometimes you just have to sit back and enjoy and be inspired by a wonderful story then think, what's holding me back? What's my excuse for not chasing whatever it is in life I desire? When you hear a story of a boy living on the streets as a beggar, who saw his dream of going to America, then methodically breaking it down into the next little step to make it happen, confronting disappointments, barriers, naysayers... and persisting because of his desire for a better life, it makes you reconsider what's holding us back. Enjoy an amazing story of grit, determination and true resilience.
EP 133 : TESTING THE PSYCHOLOGY OF LEADERSHIP IN EXTREME SITUATIONS - PETER BAINES
Growth and Leadership through Adversity, Making the Most of Bad Situations
Peter Baines is an Australian leadership expert having road tested it the hard way - spending 22 years with the NSW Police leading teams in response to acts of terrorism and natural disasters on a scale not previously seen. Peter led teams into the Bali Bombings and the Boxing Day Tsunami. During these times his leadership theories were tested in trying environments. Deeply touched by the number of children left orphaned by the disaster he was inspired to set up an organisation that could make a significant difference to the lives of these children. Hands Across the Water is an amazing charity, raising millions without spending one cent of donors' money on admin since its inception.
Peter Baines is an Australian leadership expert having road tested it the hard way - spending 22 years with the NSW Police leading teams in response to acts of terrorism and natural disasters on a scale not previously seen. Peter led teams into the Bali Bombings and the Boxing Day Tsunami. During these times his leadership theories were tested in trying environments. Deeply touched by the number of children left orphaned by the disaster he was inspired to set up an organisation that could make a significant difference to the lives of these children. Hands Across the Water is an amazing charity, raising millions without spending one cent of donors' money on admin since its inception.
Ep 132 : leading a richer, more fulfilled life with buddhist monk timber hawkeye
Can we really have it all, and be totally fulfilled in our lives?
Timber Hawkeye left his corporate world life and found his way to Buddhism. Buddhism is about training the mind. Can we integrate the positive attributes of Buddhism and all it has to offer into our every day business and family lives? A bestselling author of Buddhist Boot Camp & Faithfully Religionless, Timber offers a secular and non-sectarian approach to being at peace with the world within and around us. Timber’s down to earth, practical and totally accessible tips and tools will help each of us deal with our busy, multitasking and fast pace life. This is a very special interview that will help you find your inner Buddha.
Timber Hawkeye left his corporate world life and found his way to Buddhism. Buddhism is about training the mind. Can we integrate the positive attributes of Buddhism and all it has to offer into our every day business and family lives? A bestselling author of Buddhist Boot Camp & Faithfully Religionless, Timber offers a secular and non-sectarian approach to being at peace with the world within and around us. Timber’s down to earth, practical and totally accessible tips and tools will help each of us deal with our busy, multitasking and fast pace life. This is a very special interview that will help you find your inner Buddha.
ep 131 : understand the future of business, now - with futurist dr liz alexander
How the Best Leaders Prepare for the Future by Understanding What is Ahead.
Dr Liz Alexander is a strategic futurist and an active member of the World Future Society. Liz spends her day helping aspiring thought leaders harness strategically valuable, actionable insights to grow their businesses, boost their visibility and increase their revenues. Liz has written or co-authored 19 non-fiction books that, collectively, have sold upward of one million copies worldwide. Based in Austin, Texas, Dr Alexander works with clients throughout the U.S., Europe, India, and Australia. In this show we dig into the area of futurism and get down to the actual thinking and steps we need to be taking in business to get ahead of the trend curve in order to be more successful and ultimately profitable. This show is packed with insightful, actionable, and practical gold for unlocking your future ideas and creations.
Dr Liz Alexander is a strategic futurist and an active member of the World Future Society. Liz spends her day helping aspiring thought leaders harness strategically valuable, actionable insights to grow their businesses, boost their visibility and increase their revenues. Liz has written or co-authored 19 non-fiction books that, collectively, have sold upward of one million copies worldwide. Based in Austin, Texas, Dr Alexander works with clients throughout the U.S., Europe, India, and Australia. In this show we dig into the area of futurism and get down to the actual thinking and steps we need to be taking in business to get ahead of the trend curve in order to be more successful and ultimately profitable. This show is packed with insightful, actionable, and practical gold for unlocking your future ideas and creations.
Ep 130 : Master your time & productivity to get the important stuff done - zdravko cvijetic
Become More Productive Each Day to Achieve More and Be More!
Zdravko Cvijetic, the founder of Zero To Skill, is an authority on productivity. Known as Z, he creates practical content to assist us utilise our time in order to allow us to achieve all the dreams we have for our lives. He writes articles, e-guides and courses that help his fan base become top performers, gain clarity on life path, and master habits to become 3 x more productive. Z has a degree in Adult Education and Lifelong Learning, and has written a blog that became the most shared ever on Medium "13 Things You Should Give Up If You Want To Be Successful”. Useable, practical tips and tools for creating more efficiency in your day.
Zdravko Cvijetic, the founder of Zero To Skill, is an authority on productivity. Known as Z, he creates practical content to assist us utilise our time in order to allow us to achieve all the dreams we have for our lives. He writes articles, e-guides and courses that help his fan base become top performers, gain clarity on life path, and master habits to become 3 x more productive. Z has a degree in Adult Education and Lifelong Learning, and has written a blog that became the most shared ever on Medium "13 Things You Should Give Up If You Want To Be Successful”. Useable, practical tips and tools for creating more efficiency in your day.
Ep 129 : from welfare to stanford - a truly inspiring story of grit and resilience - cody coleman
The Most Incredible Journey of Struggle, Grit and Success
This is just an amazing story of inspiration, perseverance and facing up to hardship. Born in New Jersey, Cody Coleman had a Mum declared insane by the FBI and then jailed for threatening to kill a senators son. He never knew his father. Today he studies at one of the most prestigious Universities in the world. This show tracks the journey and how Cody went from the poorest family in his district with no parents to guide him, to now studying computer science at Stanford. Such an inspiring, incredible, honest and real story of grit and persistence.
This is just an amazing story of inspiration, perseverance and facing up to hardship. Born in New Jersey, Cody Coleman had a Mum declared insane by the FBI and then jailed for threatening to kill a senators son. He never knew his father. Today he studies at one of the most prestigious Universities in the world. This show tracks the journey and how Cody went from the poorest family in his district with no parents to guide him, to now studying computer science at Stanford. Such an inspiring, incredible, honest and real story of grit and persistence.
ep 128 : powerful lessons of disruption & ENTREPRENEURIAL success with taryn williams
Lessons from a Smart, Genuine and Savvy Young Business Leader.
Taryn Williams is one of Australia’s top young female entrepreneurs, named as a Finalist in the 2015 Female Entrepreneur Awards, a SmartCompany 30 under 30 and named one of Australia’s Top 100 coolest companies. A former model, she founded WINK Models in 2007, a leading modelling agency, then starting theright.fit an online business that connects brands, agencies and content creators with top quality, hand-picked Models, photographers, stylists. Her agencies are used by the top advertising, marketing and PR agencies. Taryn is a smart, genuine and savvy business person who understands the business world, and what it takes to make things happen. This show is full of GOLD! Performance, productivity, problem solving and leading disruption, we cover it all.
Taryn Williams is one of Australia’s top young female entrepreneurs, named as a Finalist in the 2015 Female Entrepreneur Awards, a SmartCompany 30 under 30 and named one of Australia’s Top 100 coolest companies. A former model, she founded WINK Models in 2007, a leading modelling agency, then starting theright.fit an online business that connects brands, agencies and content creators with top quality, hand-picked Models, photographers, stylists. Her agencies are used by the top advertising, marketing and PR agencies. Taryn is a smart, genuine and savvy business person who understands the business world, and what it takes to make things happen. This show is full of GOLD! Performance, productivity, problem solving and leading disruption, we cover it all.
Ep 127 : how an aussie mum created an award winning $15million global innovation - jennifer holland
Aussie Entrepreneurs who are Chasing Dreams & Improving our Health.
Jennifer Holland is a mother of four, and has created an internationally acclaimed health product available in 140 countries across the world in a deal valued at over $15 million. Jennifer created Throat Scope, a medical device that incorporates a tongue depressor and light source in the one easy to use unit. The product has also been endorsed by the USA Oral Cancer Foundation as the number one tool to detect early stage oral cancer. This is a wonderful story of inspiration about an Aussie Mum who had an idea, and got after it. It’s a story of innovation, creativity, determination, desire and passion.
Jennifer Holland is a mother of four, and has created an internationally acclaimed health product available in 140 countries across the world in a deal valued at over $15 million. Jennifer created Throat Scope, a medical device that incorporates a tongue depressor and light source in the one easy to use unit. The product has also been endorsed by the USA Oral Cancer Foundation as the number one tool to detect early stage oral cancer. This is a wonderful story of inspiration about an Aussie Mum who had an idea, and got after it. It’s a story of innovation, creativity, determination, desire and passion.
Ep 126 : seven time world surfing champion - layne beachley - living an unbeatable life.
What Does it Mean to Create True Focus to Overcome our Challenges in Life?
Layne Beachley is widely regarded as the most successful female surfer in history. Layne is the only surfer ever to claim six consecutive world titles (1998-2003) She conquered the surfing world and now Layne focuses her energy into igniting human potential and training others to become more focused, accountable and motivated to achieve both professional and personal aspirations. In this show Layne goes deep into her backstory to discuss how she faced a challenging upbringing, her humble beginnings, her bouts of depression, dealing with negative voices when competing and some of the amazing lessons Layne has learnt and implemented.
Layne Beachley is widely regarded as the most successful female surfer in history. Layne is the only surfer ever to claim six consecutive world titles (1998-2003) She conquered the surfing world and now Layne focuses her energy into igniting human potential and training others to become more focused, accountable and motivated to achieve both professional and personal aspirations. In this show Layne goes deep into her backstory to discuss how she faced a challenging upbringing, her humble beginnings, her bouts of depression, dealing with negative voices when competing and some of the amazing lessons Layne has learnt and implemented.
EP 125: living a true life of intention and purpose - with minimalist colin wright
The Power of Friction: Pushing up Against what you Know in Order to Grow.
How do you personally define a successful life for yourself? Colin Wright is an author, international speaker, and the host of the Let’s Know Things podcast. Colin has traveled the world full-time since 2009. Colin featured in the popular documentary The Minimalists on Netflix because during that time in his life, he was travelling with everything he owned: - just 51 items carried in two back packs. Today things have altered slightly but his philosophies on the exile lifestyle remain. Respected as an opinion leader on Minimalism, his soon to be released book Becoming Who We Need To Be is about the challenges we face as societies, and how the decisions we make as individuals matter in those larger struggles.
How do you personally define a successful life for yourself? Colin Wright is an author, international speaker, and the host of the Let’s Know Things podcast. Colin has traveled the world full-time since 2009. Colin featured in the popular documentary The Minimalists on Netflix because during that time in his life, he was travelling with everything he owned: - just 51 items carried in two back packs. Today things have altered slightly but his philosophies on the exile lifestyle remain. Respected as an opinion leader on Minimalism, his soon to be released book Becoming Who We Need To Be is about the challenges we face as societies, and how the decisions we make as individuals matter in those larger struggles.
EP 124: LEARN TO BE BETTER, SMARTER, WISER AND MORE CREATIVE - WITH GLENN CAPELLI
How do Dig into Dynamic Thinking and Innovate More?
We all have a driving desire to be better, smarter and wiser. Glenn Capelli is one of the world's leading presenters on learning and creativity. An author, songwriter and radio and television presenter, Glenn has emerged as one of Australia’s most awarded and sought after professional speakers. He speaks to audiences around the world on how we can better educate ourselves and others and in doing so unlock their great creative ideas. In this fascinating interview you will hear Glenn discuss how to learn better, think better, and create better, as we dig into dynamic thinking, innovation and high performance leadership.
We all have a driving desire to be better, smarter and wiser. Glenn Capelli is one of the world's leading presenters on learning and creativity. An author, songwriter and radio and television presenter, Glenn has emerged as one of Australia’s most awarded and sought after professional speakers. He speaks to audiences around the world on how we can better educate ourselves and others and in doing so unlock their great creative ideas. In this fascinating interview you will hear Glenn discuss how to learn better, think better, and create better, as we dig into dynamic thinking, innovation and high performance leadership.
EP 123: DEALING WITH THE IMPOSTER SYNDROME - SUZANNE MERCIER
Ridding your Mind of the Imposter that Holds us Back.
Suzanne Mercier is considered to be Australia’s leading expert on moving beyond limiting mindsets like the Imposter Syndrome, a key barrier to performance. As the first woman on the Board of Directors at George Patterson Advertising, Suzanne learnt about the debilitating effect the Imposter Syndrome can have on your life and your career. Today, her focus is on establish high performing organisations by removing barriers like the Imposter Syndrome to enhanced performance at every level! The Imposter Syndrome, that voice of doubt and in some cases self loathing, can derail you. This is an essential and powerful show to help you identify that Syndrome and take immediate action to get on top.
Suzanne Mercier is considered to be Australia’s leading expert on moving beyond limiting mindsets like the Imposter Syndrome, a key barrier to performance. As the first woman on the Board of Directors at George Patterson Advertising, Suzanne learnt about the debilitating effect the Imposter Syndrome can have on your life and your career. Today, her focus is on establish high performing organisations by removing barriers like the Imposter Syndrome to enhanced performance at every level! The Imposter Syndrome, that voice of doubt and in some cases self loathing, can derail you. This is an essential and powerful show to help you identify that Syndrome and take immediate action to get on top.
EP 122: THE LESSONS FOR TRUE SUCCESS FROM THE WORLD'S HIGHEST ACHIEVERS - JONNY STOFKO
Looking for Change, Struggle with Motivation or Just Want to Take your Life to the Next Level
Jonny Stofko is the "The Fit Coach", a fitness and lifestyle expert specialising in body and mental conditioning. Jonny is a fitness expert, entrepreneur and cohost of the acclaimed The Vision Board Podcast. He has interviewed some of the most influential people in fitness and business, like Gary Vaynerchuk, Boxing superstar Evander Holyfield, and big wave legend Laird Hamilton. If you are looking for a change, struggling with motivation & wanting to take your life to the next level, you have come to the right place. Jonny is the guy who absorbs information from the best, and then has a really unique way to package it, share it with others. If you need a shot of MOJO, listen in.
Jonny Stofko is the "The Fit Coach", a fitness and lifestyle expert specialising in body and mental conditioning. Jonny is a fitness expert, entrepreneur and cohost of the acclaimed The Vision Board Podcast. He has interviewed some of the most influential people in fitness and business, like Gary Vaynerchuk, Boxing superstar Evander Holyfield, and big wave legend Laird Hamilton. If you are looking for a change, struggling with motivation & wanting to take your life to the next level, you have come to the right place. Jonny is the guy who absorbs information from the best, and then has a really unique way to package it, share it with others. If you need a shot of MOJO, listen in.
EP 121: RISKING IT ALL FOR YOUR DREAM WITH ADVENTURER LISA BLAIR
Dealing with Fear on the Worlds Most Dangerous Waters.
Sailor & adventurer Lisa Blair intends to become the first woman and only the 3rd in history, to circumnavigate Antarctica solo and unassisted. The circumnavigation is expected to take 3 months and does not permit land stops, personal contact with another person, or assistance of any kind. We speak to Lisa live from the Antarctic Ocean. In the next day or so Lisa will sail around the perilous Cape Horn, renowned as the most dangerous and treacherous waters in the world. In this show we discuss this risk taking and record breaking journey as it unfolds and discover how this amazing lady faces up to the fear of waters that have taken the lives of so many sailors. An inspiring story and an inspiring adventurer.
Sailor & adventurer Lisa Blair intends to become the first woman and only the 3rd in history, to circumnavigate Antarctica solo and unassisted. The circumnavigation is expected to take 3 months and does not permit land stops, personal contact with another person, or assistance of any kind. We speak to Lisa live from the Antarctic Ocean. In the next day or so Lisa will sail around the perilous Cape Horn, renowned as the most dangerous and treacherous waters in the world. In this show we discuss this risk taking and record breaking journey as it unfolds and discover how this amazing lady faces up to the fear of waters that have taken the lives of so many sailors. An inspiring story and an inspiring adventurer.