Success With Purpose: Recent Episodes
Harry Goldberg
If you want to be successful you need to have mentors. And most people can’t live successful lives because they don’t know what success actually is.
The Success with Purpose podcast explores success stories from the lenses of extraordinary people who have found their calling and were able to experience achievement and enjoyment that deeply impacted their lives and the lives of others.
To learn what success really is, listen to the conversations which seem most relevant to you.
Have you heard of Dr Suzy Green?
Suzy’s journey didn’t start out so promising. She went from being a school drop out at 16 years old to turn her life around and become Australia’s Leading Positive Psychologist, founder of The Positivity Institute & author of The Positivity Prescription.
In this conversation we dive deeply into what it means to Suzy to be holistically successful, authentic & empowered.
Here’s a taste of what we covered in this conversation:
00:00 The Importance of Self-Compassion
01:25 Defining Success: Authentic Living
02:22 Core Values and Their Evolution
04:43 Navigating Values Conflicts
10:22 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
12:44 Managing Conflicting Values
18:00 The Role of Timing in Success
19:27 Resilience and Positive Mindset
29:42 Understanding Wellness, Positivity, and Resilience
33:05 Understanding Resilience and Mental Toughness
39:07 The Role of Affirmations and Hope in Adversity
46:08 Navigating Life's Challenges: Personal Stories and Lessons
54:10 The Importance of Self-Compassion and Emotional Literacy
59:32 Summary
Scott Andrews has been on an extraordinary journey including:
- Military helicopter pilot with deployments
- CEO of a dotcom company which reached billions in valuation
- Experienced the crash and losing a lot of wealth
- Became a professional trader,
- Managed millions of clients funds,
- Transitioned from discretionary trading to automated trading,
- Learned to incorporate AI tools before they became so popular
- Now running an automated trading company helping clients achieve pretty impressive returns
- Continued to foster a strong marriage, and
- Jointly raised 4 now-adult children!
There’s a lot to learn from Scott, so listen in, take some notes and be mentored by a wise man with decades of experience.
Enjoy!
Jump straight to the juicy parts:
00:00 Introduction
02:01 Defining Success and Personal Accountability
08:22 The Impact of Losing Wealth and Balancing Priorities
15:40 The Role of Personal Accountability and Communication in Success
18:01 Finding Balance: Financial Success and Family Time
33:32 Lessons from the Military: Risk and Decision-Making
38:53 The Importance of Wealth and Time
40:19 Navigating the Dot Com Crash and Diversification
42:13 Transitioning to Trading
44:07 The Role of Luck and Tenacity
46:28 Making Career Decisions
50:12 The Power of Supportive Partners and Mentors
01:16:38 The Role of Mentors and Support Systems
01:18:05 Honesty, Communication, and Respect in Relationships
01:20:59 Learning to Compel People and Build Support Networks
01:26:36 Taking Care of Your Health and Finding Balance
01:31:26 Chunking Down Goals and Making Progress
01:38:27 Discipline and the Importance of Following Rules
01:44:14 Being Good at Many Things to Succeed
01:49:53 Dreaming Big and Prioritising Health and Relationships
Have you heard of Scott Doty?
The man who built an extraordinary tutoring company which allowed him to “retire” at 31, spend time with his family, raise his daughters and grow his mindset. And then coming back when the business needed him during covid and bringing it to new heights.
In today’s conversation we focus on true success. And what’s that? According to Scott, it’s uncovering your own unique genius, cultivating it and sharing it in service to the world.
Amongst many other valuable topics, we explore the importance of building deep relationships, discovering one's passions, and putting in consistent effort.
And, most importantly, while the plans and ideas around your personal growth, business, parenting or any other area of your life are great…
…It’s all worthless if you don’t know how to execute.
Listen in.
Take notes.
Enjoy!
Have you heard of Ramesh Rajagopalan?
Well, if you haven’t, now is your opportunity!
We discuss some fascinating concepts & perspectives. But the three most intriguing & insightful are these:
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The opposite of success is NOT failure. The opposite of success is simply not success.
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Success is beyond the temporary feelings, the temporary changes or the temporary achievements. It’s about turning butter into ghee.
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If you want to save your marriage, commit to one more day. Every day. Just one more day. And success will be found on the other side.
Listen to our full conversation to hear about the miracles of success in Ramesh’s life and some of the key experiences which helped mentor him into the success he is today.
Quotes:
"Success is the surprise, the joy, the discovery of things which you thought you didn't have or which you thought didn't exist."
"Success is something which is more permanent, something which you can't take away."
"Success is about becoming someone entirely new, something entirely different."
"Success is not that one goal. It is those multiple goals which you have to go through."
Chapters
00:00 Defining Success as Finding the Truth
08:22 Starting with the End in Mind
13:34 Becoming Someone Entirely New
20:18 Enjoying the Process and Letting Go of Fixation
23:42 Failure as a Message and Opportunity for Growth
37:00 Success Defined by Personal Definition
40:46 Failure as the First Attempt in Learning
49:04 The Evolution of Success
51:01 Embracing the Process
56:08 The Role of Miracles and Grace
01:19:44 Measuring Success and Finding Purpose
01:30:40 Striving for Personal Growth
Have you heard of Olivier Vojetta?
Olivier is a successful, inspiring and eclectic individual, with a degree from INSEAD and an extraordinary trading career in London. He was a senior strategy lead at Macquarie, is a founder and entrepreneur in Sydney, and on top of all this he is a master storyteller and public speaker & a well known writer.
He’s gone through the highs and lows of career, moving countries & starting a family.
This conversation is about taking action on your path in the absence of regrets.
We discuss the importance of taking on challenges and finding happiness in the difficulty of achieving success.
We explore Olivier’s approach to building relationships through asking insightful questions and listening to understand.
But what this conversation is really about, is the power of curiosity, hard work, and movement in achieving success and making a positive impact on the world and those around you.
Listen in.
Enjoy!
00:00 Defining Success and the Importance of Challenges
14:09 The Vibrant and Decadent Culture of the Trading Floor
34:47 Moving to Australia and Starting Afresh
38:10 Career at Macquarie Bank and the Value of Relationships
43:31 The Power of True Conversation
44:29 Building Relationships through Quality Work and Questioning
57:01 Teaching Curiosity and Hard Work to Kids
01:08:26 The Future: Creativity and Collaboration
01:21:35 Being Connected and Open-Minded for Success
When Louise Baxter started her career, she had absolutely no idea she’d end up leading one of Australia’s most impactful charities.
In this conversation, we explore Louise’s journey from working part time at David Jones, to move toward a marketing career across multiple industries to eventually receive an opportunity to work with Starlight which changed her journey forever.
Louise is now the CEO of Starlight Children's Foundation.
She shares insights on socializing ideas, maintaining mission focus, and the impact of positive psychology. She emphasizes the importance of purpose, authenticity, and open-mindedness in leadership and clearly articulates the value of learning, adaptability, and the power of finding purpose in one's work.
00:00 Intro
01:22 Navigating Success and Purpose
06:11 Transitioning to a Purpose-Driven Career
37:44 Embracing Change and Innovation
46:29 The Power of Socializing Ideas: Feedback and Stakeholder Engagement
51:19 Maintaining Mission Focus: Organizational Success and Decision-Making
01:31:41 Authentic Leadership: Purpose, Open-Mindedness, and Learning
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Josh Waldhorn had the “perfect” life. A wife, 2 kids, a beautiful home, an advancing career and then it all fell apart.
More specifically, Josh fell apart and from the “depths of hell” he found a way out.
This episode focuses on what happens when we take life for granted: The pain that comes from resting on our laurels.
Josh shares his journey with deep authenticity and brutal honesty.
"Life's so fast-paced. So much stuff's all happening. You just have to occasionally just take a step back and just do a little health check."
And we explore the life lessons he’s taken away from his pain. Especially, the importance of breaking free from the comfort zone, embracing change, and finding the courage to pursue one's true passions. Josh shares insights on the impact of life experiences, the value of bravery, and the significance of self-awareness
Our conversation delves into the journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and the pursuit of a fulfilling life.
The truth is, anyone can learn from the journeys of those who have gone into the depths of despair and darkness while being able to come out even stronger on the other side.
"I don't want to be happily unhappy. I want to be the author of my own ambition."
00:00 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Personal Growth
21:17 Embracing Change and Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone
36:26 The Impact of Relationships on Personal Growth
45:07 Finding the Courage to Pursue True Passions
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Do them a favour and send them this conversation.
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Problem: What do body image, food addiction, instant gratification, being comfortable, avoiding the hard things and never adapting have in common?
Solution: Craig Harper
"What am I doing in my life that's not working? What's the thing that I am doing which doesn't align with who I want to be?"
If you saw the beginning of Craig Harper’s journey, you would not think he would amount to anywhere near the amount of success he’s had.
Today, Craig is one of Australia’s leading presenters, writers and educators in the areas of health, high-performance, resilience, self-management, leadership, corporate change, communication, stress management, addiction and personal transformation.
"[But] you can't just live your whole life just being miserable and uncomfortable and just going through the hard slogs so that you're going to be fine in the end."
We explore his journey to this level of success, impact & contentment in his life.
We flesh out his mindset, perspectives and approaches to challenges.
And we uncover his passion for growth and becoming a better version of himself every opportunity he gets.
"I also know that there are times when I need to choose discomfort because discomfort is what's required for me to create the outcome I want to create."
Get your notes.
Listen up.
Learn in.
Grow.
Enjoy!
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:37 Defining Success: The Internal Experience
08:27 Aligning External Achievements with Internal Values
13:19 Challenges with Body Image and Food Addiction
26:21 Self-Awareness: The Key to Success
30:59 Finding the Optimal Operating System
34:22 The Power of Delayed Gratification
38:16 Taking Personal Responsibility for Growth
46:03 Leaning into Discomfort for Personal Development
52:35 Finding Clarity and Perspective for Fulfilment
01:06:19 Embracing Discomfort and Challenges
01:10:14 Finding Purpose and Making a Positive Impact
01:14:06 Identifying Non-Negotiables and Creating a Plan
01:31:55 Valuing the Journey and Experiences
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Max has lived in 12 countries, has managed several businesses including some of 400+ employees, has written two books, is a Forbes “30under30”, has been an officer of French army and, most recently, has co-founded Upworth which has already raised $1m capital investment for growth.
Maxime’s definition of success is deeply imbedded in three pillars. In this conversation, we dive deep into these three pillars of humanism and how to measure & track your progress.
"Success is about being able to think like an artist and have the ruthless discipline of a soldier."
Because, what we can’t measure, we can’t improve.
And what we can’t improve, we can never master.
"The first phase in problem solving is being open and creative, while the second phase is implementing the solution with discipline."
Enjoy!
00:00 Intro
02:09 The Three Pillars of Success
05:57 Measuring Progress and Metrics for Success
25:35 Max's Journey: Multicultural Background and Education
39:53 The Balance Between Creativity and Discipline
44:38 Problem Solving: Creativity and Discipline
48:29 Max's Journey: Military to Entrepreneurship
01:06:45 Imposing Your Own Luck and Holding Your Happiness
01:18:28 Being Unapologetically Yourself
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Have you ever wanted to discuss success with a rabbi?
Have you ever wondered what a rabbi’s answer to success could be?
Well, in this conversation we explore a rabbi’s perspective of living a successful and fulfilled life.
Hint: It’s not about the money.
"We are here with an obligation to serve this life force with love in our heart, in our deepest consciousness, and in everything we do."
Rabbi Jeffrey Kamins shares his rather unique journey of becoming a rabbi, creating a purposeful life and then building a vibrant community at Emanuel Synagogue.
His life journey emphasises the importance of inclusivity, compassion, and understanding in creating a cohesive society.
We discuss the role of Judaism in his life, teaching him to live with love, curiosity, and imagination.
We also explore his advocacy for breaking down boundaries and finding alliances to work together for the betterment of humanity and the planet.
But at its core, this conversation is an encouragement for all people (regardless of faith) to live a life filled with continuous growth, humility, and gratitude.
Buckle up.
Listen in.
Enjoy the ride.
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Kim is Group Chief Commercial Officer @ The Extend Group, where she leads and empowers multiple diverse and talented teams across many departments. She’s a career woman, a proud mother & an authentic voice in the world.
This conversation is about finding opportunities, creating options, influencing the way you feel and taking the action to realise your plan to achieve the life you truly want to live.
And to Kim, that’s what success is.
The ability to take personal responsibility and having the belief in your own ability to create a better future for you, your family, your employees and your world.
And, most importantly, taking the real steps to take action.
Because without taking action, your success is just a distant illusion.
00:00 Recognizing and Seizing Opportunities
07:47 The Importance of Personal Responsibility
25:41 Navigating Career Challenges as a Working Mother
31:49 Setting Clear Goals for Success
33:40 Taking Personal Responsibility
36:31 Understanding Different Perspectives
41:43 Asking Questions for Better Understanding
45:27 Balancing Priorities and Relationships
52:37 Finding Opportunities for Growth
56:06 Feeling Proud of Personal Achievements
01:04:03 Striving for Excellence
01:05:26 Encouraging Others to Be their Best
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Pantea Vaziri - An Iranian immigrant, a successful career woman, a dedicated spouse and an extraordinary mother.
Pantea shares her journey of learning who she is, what she values and the impact she chooses to make in the world.
She shares the importance of sharing knowledge, gaining mentorship & always finding ways to grow.
Most importantly, Pantea vulnerably opens up about her process of taking off the heavy, burdensome armour which hides who you are and she gradually, intentionally & courageously discovered her own identity.
If any of what is written above sounds true or intriguing to you, then this is not an episode you want to miss!
Want to jump right into the insights you value the most?
00:00: Introduction: Life Satisfaction and Choice
02:06: Defining Success
03:04: Balancing Career and Personal Life
04:27: Micro Kindness and Acts of Service
05:23: Sharing Knowledge and Mentorship
06:20: Writing and Teaching to Help Others
08:45: Balancing Work and Personal Relationships
09:14: Balancing Challenges in Different Areas of Life
10:13: Diversifying Identity and Balancing Work
11:25: Prioritising Balance and Being Self-Aware
12:52: Taking Off the Armour and Letting Go of Control
14:18: When Good Enough is Good Enough
15:17: Defining Success and Life Satisfaction
16:13: Setting Minimums and Prioritising Happiness
20:49: Taking Off the Armour and Gradual Growth
23:16: My Journey from Iran to America
24:44: Challenges from the Influences of Upbringing
27:43: Discovering Womanhood
31:43: Gradual Journey of Taking Off the Armour
34:07: Start with Baby Steps
36:30: Choosing Peace and Happiness as a Personal Choice
41:21: Leadership and Managing Teams
42:49: Creating a Supportive and Developmental Environment
43:47: Seeking Honest Feedback
45:41: Adapting Leadership Style for Different Individuals
48:12: Parenting as a Coach, Coaching as a Parent
51:46: Setting Goals and Striving for Success
55:27: Parenting with Unconditional Love and Care
58:14: Parenting with Autonomy and Guidance
01:06:50: What Does Your Life Journey Mean to Your Daughter
01:11:20: Summary
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Since February 2022, we have asked every single mentor who has appeared on our podcast the same question:
"How do you define success?".
If you want to be successful, you need mentors.
From day one, the content from our podcast has been designed to inspire & equip you to become more successful while creating meaning in your life.
This summary episode is yet another example of that.So sit back, buckle up, listen in and enjoy the ride.
Which was your favourite definition of success?
Let us know! 🚀
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Since February 2022, we have asked every single mentor who has appeared on our podcast the same question: "How do you define success?".If you want to be successful, you need mentors. From day one, the content from our podcast has been designed to inspire & equip you to become more successful while creating meaning in your life.This summary episode is yet another example of that.So sit back, buckle up, listen in and enjoy the ride.---Which was your favourite definition of success?Let us know! 🚀--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/success-with-purpose/message
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Nick’s career has, until recently, focused on financial services, financial advice & wealth management. But it all changed in 2013 when he co-founded wimp2worrior. And in 2016, the business transformed into ALTA - an exceptional business which, at the time of this recording, is soon to hit the global stage with an IPO. While exploring Nick’s journey, it’s also clear that he’s a dedicated husband, proud father and all-round passionate individual! This conversation is about doing everything you can to achieve your potential. But not because you know what your potential might be, but because you give it your all and then know you’ve been the best you possibly can be. We explore the power of taking time, making the right decisions, putting in your all, taking responsibility and constantly seeking feedback to make yourself better. And through making yourself better, you can also make a greater impact in the world. This is what success means to Nick. Enjoy the conversation and make the most of it! P.s. If you know anyone else who wants to enhance the trajectory of their life, be sure to send them this conversation.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/success-with-purpose/message
Aaron grew up with very little compassion, very few role models, too much alcohol and ongoing depression. He transformed his own life and now he does the same for others through his charity “The Outback Mind Foundation”. This conversation dives deep into his journey. We explore how he got to where he is today. We explore what practises he employs to create change in his life. And we explore some of the most practical tools he shares for people wanting to start or continue down their path toward contentment, peace, compassion & purpose. Listen in. Take notes. Enjoy.--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/success-with-purpose/message
Jahan has learnt the power of being purpose in his life and the pain of ignoring it as well. That’s why, for him, success is a process. Jahan ended up in law much later in his career than most people. And has done most things the wrong way round. Which is why this journey is an intriguing one. And it’s also why he is an inspiration mentor to our listeners. This conversation is about rising up when life feels unfair. It’s about taking your dreams into your own hands and being responsible for your actions. It’s about embracing your power for the benefit of society. And it’s about the gifts of authenticity and openly sharing about mental health & tragedies. There are some key insights in this conversation everyone will benefit from. If you know any lawyers who are even remotely emotionally challenged by what they do, send them this conversation ASAP! They’ll thank you for it. Enjoy!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/success-with-purpose/message
Tina has made enough mistakes to warrant destroying her career 10 times over. But mistakes aren’t what limit your success, learning from mistakes is what fuels success! She may have graduated as an accountant but she quickly moved into the creative, branding & publishing industry straight out of uni. It was all by chance but it’s a choice she would make every time. And through out this journey, there have been times where it felt like success was just out of reach. But that’s not where the story ends. This conversation is about the power of learning from your mistakes instead of being ruined by them. It’s about treating every challenge as an opportunity to level up. It’s about increasing your capacity, even if that just means you start the day a success and make it a regular occurrence, or if it means you build an incredible business in an exceptional short amount of time. Enjoy listening to this conversation as we explore yet another mentor’s journey toward a (more) holistically successful life. Ps. If you know someone who would value this conversation, be sure to send them the episode!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/success-with-purpose/message
At age 42, Andre was on the operating table for a routine check up and, in an instant, the room became a chaotic emergency scene. He was told, while conscious, that he probably won’t survive.
Andre grew up privileged until 12 years old, then faced intense racism throughout highschool, then went on to have a high flying “successful” career before unexpectedly losing his marriage and his relationship with 3 children for years. He made the changes he needed in his own life and his mindset to become the amazing mentor, coach, educator and leader that he is today.
This conversation shows that no matter what your age is, young or old, it’s never too late to change.
Andre shares how his values were set from a young age and he was unable to change them. But instead, through revealing them, he was capable of redesigning his life around how he can live in concert with those values.
And the results speak for themselves.
He’s profitable, influential & philanthropic with his time.
His marriage has never been better and his relationship with his kids have never been stronger.
This is his journey.
It’s a must listen!
Most people don’t improve their lives with meditation. And it’s usually due to 1 or more of 3 reasons:
1 Their meditation acts like an escape: “Run away from your problems by distracting yourself with your breath”
2 Their meditation only works when they are in a quiet space with no distractions
3 They have no accountability, structure or support to be consistent and see exceptional results.
In this conversation, Jai Kith & Harry Goldberg share the form of meditation they have been teaching to groups and individuals alike.
They have seen their clients experience tremendous success in their emotional wellbeing, connection with loved ones and achievements in their careers and businesses.
There is also a basic guided meditation for you to practise, should you choose.
Listen in, learn and enjoy.
Ps. If you want to learn meditation the way Harry & Jai teach it, reach out to Meditate with Purpose at https://meditatewithpurpose.com.au/
Pps. If you know someone who really needs these insights, share this conversation with them ASAP - they’ll thank you for it!
Priya has had a pretty extraordinary life so far. And what changed her direction is raw, authentic & inspiring.
At age 7, she was a professional “child prodigy” Indian dance performer. She’s completed 2 degrees in 3 years, 2 masters in 1 year, deferred medical degree and studied business instead, built incredibly successful businesses, been a high flyer business consultant and then one moment changed it all.
Her son’s first word was not “amma” or “mama”. It was “Priya”.
She quit her job, pursued connection, focused on family and reconnected with spirituality.
But perhaps the most inspiring part of Priya’s journey today is her marriage, her relationship with her children & her childrens’ success.
She shares how she and her husband went from the brink of divorce to a marriage to strive for.
She shares how she went from a nearly-absent mum to an inspiring parent guide.
There is a LOT to learn from this conversation.
Sit down, buckle up, get your notepad ready & enjoy the ride.
Ps. If you know anyone wanting to do better with marriage, parenting or finding their purpose, send them this conversation.
Káti’s journey has been extraordinary - and her success is a result of three things:
- Her upbringing in 20 countries allowing her to feel comfortable with discomfort
- Her father breaking the gender stereotype and all other mentors in her life
- Her struggles in balancing career, impact & family at home
This conversation is a deep dive into her life and work journey, exploring the lessons she has picked up along the way and the power of living life with self-awareness, energy, focus and without fear of being uncomfortable or of failure.
“I can make a difference in my life on those around me”
You’ll want to take notes with this one - Kati has immense wisdom to share!
Ps. If you know anyone who would learn from the wisdom she has to share in this conversation (a career woman, a dedicated parent & an individual focused on impact), be sure to send them the link!
Natalie Costa never expected her career to end up like this. She has found a way to have the freedom to do what she loves AND also impact the lives of those she cares about.
She went from school teacher to fitness instructor (on the side), to coaching women to have more confidence, to teaching kids how to manage their emotions, and is now teaching parents how to manage their own and their kids’ emotions at the same time!
This conversation is about:
- How to turn your side hustle into a full-time business
- How to be a better parent by managing your own emotions
If you know someone who would value a conversation about that, be sure to send them this episode - they’ll thank you for it!
Ps. We spoke a lot about meditation and emotional self-regulation. If you want to learn more about this, check out the meditation we teach to transform your world: https://meditatewithpurpose.com.au/
Pps. If you wanted to learn more about Natalie’s work at Power Thoughts, check out her website here: https://www.powerthoughts.co.uk/
Jeffery Wang seriously struggled to overcome his Asian upbringing. He was shy, invisible & always tried to avoid rocking the boat. And that’s what makes his journey so inspiring.
Growing up in military-ruled Taiwan, his family ran to New Zealand when he was 10 years old and then moved Australia for university.
But it wasn’t until he had a few critical experiences in corporate world that he learnt some of the most valuable lessons of his life.
All of which Jeff shares in this Success with Purpose conversation.
This conversation is about pushing beyond your comfort zone to find growth.
It’s about pursuing meaning in your life to make it more fulfilling.
And it’s about impacting the lives of others through being your best self.
Enjoy!
Ps. If you know someone who has struggled to manage impacts of cultural differences in their workplace, be sure to send them this episode - they’ll thank you for it!
Pps. If you need some support on your wealth creation journey, be sure to check out Purpose Advisory (www.purposeadvisory.com.au), book an intro call and receive the expert guidance that will change your life.
At the age of 12, Emily broke down and, for the first time, needed to confront her anxiety, depression, domestically violent home & her identity. And that threw her into a world of mental health advocacy which we discuss in depth in this conversation.
She’s received countless awards including 25 under 25, 30 under 30, mental health advocate of the year, Victoria’s multicultural honor role, innovating in protecting children, and a whole range of others.
And currently, she’s formally active in 18 “work” roles with a significant amount of volunteering as well. Her primary role is within her company as a keynote speaker, workshop facilitator & consultant across her chosen fields of Mental Health, Software Engineering & Creative Design.
This conversation is about the power of introspection, empathy & compassion.
It’s about being true to yourself.
And it’s about pursuing your purpose in a value-aligned & sustainable way.
Why?
Precisely because of your challenges, not despite them.
You can learn more about Emily’s work & passions here: https://www.emilyunity.com/
Ps. We spoke a fair amount about the power of meditation in being able to live a more successful & purposeful life. Find out more of what we teach here: https://meditatewithpurpose.com.au/
Julie King didn’t intend to fall into the career she has today.
She very organically (at first) ended up teaching thousands of parents how to improve their relationships with their kids. She has an immense amount of knowledge & wisdom to share.
Julie is the co-author, with Joanna Faber, of the new book How To Talk When Kids Won’t Listen: Whining, Fighting, Meltdowns, Defiance, & other Challenges of Childhood, as well as the best selling book, How To Talk So LITTLE Kids Will Listen: A Survival Guide to Life with Children Ages 2-7, which has been translated into 28 languages world-wide. She and Joanna also collaborated on the companion app HOW TO TALK, and the app Parenting Hero.
Julie leads workshops in person and online, consults with parents of children ages two to teens by phone and video, and speaks publicly to schools, businesses and parent groups across the United States and internationally. She received her AB from Princeton University and a JD from Yale Law School.
We explore Julie’s journey to becoming a parenting self-help author & facilitator.
We discuss practical examples of how to deal with kids not listening. We explore the main reasons why parenting with empathy is so important.
And we define the MAJOR difference between your child’s behaviour & your relationship with your child.
If you know anyone who wants to be the best parent they can be, share the exceptional insights in this conversation with them.
Enjoy!
Beth teaches, coaches, writes & speaks about how to live a joyful life.
Her message is worth hearing.
This conversation focuses on success from the perspective of how much you are enjoying your life. From a career perspective, are you feeling “Workjoy”? Or are you feeling “Workgloom”?
And specifically, it’s not about creating happiness in your life.
It’s about creating joy.
The small things which make life meaningful.
Should you work on your strengths? Should you outsource your weaknesses? Should you avoid the things you dislike doing? Should you avoid sacrifice? Should we bring our whole selves to work? When’s it time to make a change in your life?
These are the types of questions we explore.
Enjoy!
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If you want to learn meditation & mindfulness, check out: www.meditatewithpurpose.com.au
Chelsea Pottenger was in a psychiatric ward while her daughter was only a few weeks old. While lying in bed with debilitating postnatal depression she asked herself a question which would drastically change the course of her life:
“How do I want to feel in this life?”
Chelsea’s journey is one of a consistent high performer who has learned that the drive to succeed can coincide with a calm, peaceful & joyful life.
Through exceptional hardship, Chelsea learned how to become well again.
And the combination of these skills & her passion to change the lives of others catapulted her into a career in founding & building EQ Minds.
What she teaches is amazing.
Her journey is inspiring.
And this is a short episode to dive into and get so many powerful insights from!
Enjoy!
Ps. If you know someone who is struggling with stress, depression or other negative experiences of life, send them this conversation to improve their lives.
Pps. If you want to learn meditation & mindfulness, check out www.meditatewithpurpose.com.au
This is no ordinary Success with Purpose conversation - Only watch it if you want to find out how Josh Comrie made his (many) millions.
Josh did not have very much when he was young. And shortly after he started investing, Black Monday wiped out all of his gains and seemingly all of his future investing prospects.
Today he has achieved a true sense of financial freedom.
And during this conversation, he shares how each of his areas of wealth creation (salary/career, property, shares & startup investing) have contributed to the exceptionally fortunate position he is in today.
Most importantly, we talk about why anyone should make money in the first place and what you can do with your wealth once you’ve created it.
If you know anyone who wants to learn principles for building wealth, then share this episode with them.
They will thank you for it!
Ps. Watch this full conversation on youtube or listen wherever you consume your podcasts.
Pps. If you need some support on your wealth creation journey, be sure to check out Purpose Advisory (www.purposeadvisory.com.au), book an intro call and receive the expert guidance that will change your life.
In a single moment at a company-wide town hall, Abby Gates almost ruined her career by speaking her mind rather than acting from her heart.
“Success is better shared”
In 2005, Abby started in recruitment and then progressed her way through to leadership and now VP of People and Culture at Render Networks. She’s a self proclaimed “startup junkie”, a mum of three daughters and a thought leader in delivering on her purpose of making her team’s work fulfilling.
“What seems huge today will be a blip in the future of your life”
We learnt what leadership really is.
We dived into what we can learn from parenting to become better leaders, friends & individuals.
And we explored what it means to pursue a more purposeful life.
Dave Powers found himself sabotaging his life again and again until he finally started seeing the patterns leading to a suboptimal life. He and his wife, Shan, created the Objective Personality System which highlights strengths, weaknesses, fears, desires & predictable patterns.
In this conversation, we explore the journey of how Dave & Shan created such an impressive personality model, why MBTI & big 5 simply aren’t effective enough and how you can start to apply a meaningful part of this framework in your life.
Many people talk about “playing to your strengths”, but that’s a limited approach to success.
We discuss the power of leveraging your strong suits as well as the importance of keeping your strong suits in check so that they don’t ruin your life.
We discuss working on your weaksuits but not to the extent that it debilitates you from taking empowered action.
Ultimately, your personality doesn’t need to define you…unless you choose to let it.
If you wanted to explore this personality model with Purpose Advisory, book an intro call here: https://purposeadvisory.com.au/contact
Enjoy!
Ps. If you know someone who loves personality models, challenge them to see what they think of this model!
Pps. Check out more from Dave & Shan at https://www.objectivepersonalitysystem.com/ or find them on youtube.
Dina seemed to have it all. She was co-founder & COO of a hyper successful tech startup, she was winning emmy awards as a tv news reporter & has was named one of Fortune Magazine’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs and Fast Company’s Most Influential Women of Web 2.0
That was until panic attacks and emotional turmoil left her literally unable to go to the office.
In her journey of healing, she discovered meditation and went on to teach others the life-changing practises which have transformed her world via her company, The Path.
If you’ve listened to our conversations with Henry Shukman (ep027) or Jai Kith (ep003), you will have learnt that the benefits of meditation are accessible and achievable regardless of your spiritual or religious beliefs. It’s a teaching which deepens your connection with what is and enhances your awareness of anxiety and ability to overcome stress.
We discuss what meditation actually is, what it can look like and how it can be used as a tool to literally change our brains, experience deeper connection & live more purposefully.
And we also explore how meditation has helped Dina specifically in overcoming her primary trigger of not being heard and her unconscious bias to always try and please others.
If you know anyone who wants to succeed in life but struggles to make the right choices at the right times because of their negative emotions, limiting beliefs or childhood experiences, then send them this conversation so they can be mentored by Dina Kaplan.
Enjoy!
Ps. If you wanted to learn more about Dina’s work, you can find her meditation teacher training course here https://www.thepath.com/teacher & the retreat she mentioned here https://www.thepath.com/melaapply.
Pps. Be sure to also check out Purpose Advisory’s online meditation masterminds here https://meditatewithpurpose.com.au/
No doctors, therapists or herbalists could heal him. Henry Shukman overcame depression, anxiety & chronic eczema through journeying within. This is the lesson of his life.
Henry’s journey is from that of a child with depression, anxiety & chronic eczema, to a young man finding a sense of incredible joy, bliss & perfect skin while travelling for a few months. But then with many experiences of anxiety & depression, and skin which simply wouldn’t stay healthy, he found himself in the role of a zen buddhist teacher in a city far from home, guiding individuals from all walks of life.
And it’s clear that his journey was filled with ups & down, mentors, guides, challenges & unexpected gifts.
“Success was a source of great unhappiness because it was external”
Henry has an MA from Cambridge and an MLitt from St Andrews, has written several award-winning books of poetry and fiction, he’s taught mindfulness to some of the largest companies in the world, he leads Mountain Cloud Zen Centre in Santa Fe, he’s a coordinator of Rio Grande Mindfulness Institute & an associate master in the Sanbo Zen lineage.
Most importantly, he’s a loving father & husband. There’s even a moment in the podcast episode which proves it.
“We can try to ignore that [we’re all eventually going to lose everything] but facing and accepting it can be the single most valuable thing we do when spending our time.”
I’m truly humbled to be able to share Henry’s message with our listeners.
For this episode, put your notepad away and as long as you’re not driving, settle into a comfortable position, sit upright if possible, connect with your body, press play and, gently, close your eyes.
Ps. If you know someone who needs to learn meditation, share this episode with them (and nudge them to episode 3 with Jai Kith as well)
Pps. If you want to apply the learnings from this episode in your life, check out https://meditatewithpurpose.com.au/
Ppps. You can find out more about Henry's work at https://originallove.org
Dr James Kirby is the Director of the Compassionate Mind Research Group at the University of Queensland which is backed by his broad research interests in the decision-making process to compassionate action, as well as examining the efficacy of compassion-based interventions. This includes studies with self-reporting, physiology, observations & fMRI in the context of managing self-criticism and shame that underpin many depression and anxiety disorders.
Level up your life: https://purposeadvisory.com.au
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Over the last few years, James has been reducing his 10 years of work as a Clinical Psychologist in private practice and focusing more time & energy on research. This has included authoring “Choose Compassion”, coediting another book, co-editing 2 special issues, publishing 9 book chapters and 72 peer reviewed publications.
“How good are you at receiving compassion from others? They probably have been more compassionate to you than you think.”
We speak about the power of compassion vs aggression.
We explore the impacts of our actions on ourselves and others.
We discuss how to cultivate compassion through meditation and a range of other practises.
But most importantly, we explore what it means to act as compassionate individuals, spouses, parents & colleagues.
“Try asking yourself: “Where have I seen compassion today?””
It’s not often we have an academic on Success With Purpose, but this conversation is too insightful not to share.
Enjoy!
Want to learn more about Dr James Kirby? Check out these links:https://www.uqp.com.au/books/choose-compassion
https://researchers.uq.edu.au/researcher/16692
https://soundcloud.com/jamesn-kirby
Chris O’Connell had enormous success and, at age 27, when his extraordinarily successful business was taken from him, he lost his mansion, his properties & his wealth. It send him into a spiral of despair.
To receive help with suicidal thoughts, visit www.lifeline.org.au/To learn more about Purpose Advisory, visit www.purposeadvisory.com.auTo learn more about Meditate with Purpose, visit www.meditatewithpurpose.com.au
He lost his business, he lost his marriage, he lost his children and he lost his desire to live.
“I was convinced that I wanted to end my life”
He attempted to commit suicide and miraculously was stopped by a mixture of unwarranted kindness, luck in timing, an unexpected phone call and remembering the love he had for himself and his children.
Suicide is not selfish.
To the person attempting suicide, they believe they are doing the best thing for the world by ceasing to exist.
Today, Chris has beautiful relationships with his children, closer connection with his wife than ever before, love for himself, joy for life, more health, greater compassion, a thriving leadership coaching business & he is earning more money than he ever has before.
“I’d much rather regret the things I did do than the things I didn’t do.”
This conversation explores the meaning of success from someone who has had it all financially and nothing emotionally or relationally.
This conversation discusses how to love ourselves, how to treat others, how to model life for our children and how to live more purposefully.
Sit back, listen in & enjoy!
Ps. If you know someone who has struggled with their mental health and want to be inspired by someone who didn't just survive, but thrived to live more purposefully, send them this conversation to listen.
Andre Menezes’s company (TiNDLE) raised $130 million in capital, including the largest “Series A” ever raised by a plant-based meat company. In one of our most insight-filled conversations so far, you can now learn how Andre achieved success and apply these learning in your own life.
Andre grew up in Brazil with a mother who always reminded him that “if they can do it, you can too”. He has a passion for solving problems, finding new solutions and thinking outside the box.
“Our education system globally is designed as if life was linear and predictable.”
And once he achieved Financial Security, he was able to take risks toward his extraordinary life. One filled with Financial Freedom and, most importantly, purpose & impact.
In this conversation, he is exceptionally open about his experiences, his challenges, his decisions & his world view.
“You’re going to have mistakes and failures on the way…so just look forward [asking] what can I learn from here and how can I make this work?”
This conversation is about building an incredible business.
It’s about creating more impact with your success.
It’s about an incredible individual.
“Don’t hold back on yourself, don’t be scared of a leap just because it's a leap and try to understand yourself. What are your insecurities? What are you not wanting to do?”
And what this conversation is really about is transforming yourself into the best person you can possibly be.
Not by following the linear path people project onto your life, but rather through:
- Making your own decisions,
- In your own life,
- To raise your own standards of success,
- To create your own definition of impact &
- Live your own purpose.
“Once you're comfortable with scenarios that things are going to go wrong it's all upside from there.”
This conversation is really worth learning from.
Enjoy!
Ps. If you know anyone who loves innovation & taking charge of your own future, share this episode with them. They’ll thank you for it!
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Pps. If you want to learn more about Harry Goldberg, check out www.purposeadvisory.com.au
John’s friend died in a blast in Afghanistan and it changed the trajectory of his career, life & purpose.
He spent 12 years in the Australian Army, serving twice in Afghanistan and progressed to leadership roles in the military. During this, he completed a masters in Strategy & Policy & a masters in management studies.
Since then, John Co-Founded and led Soldier On Australia ( @soldieronaustralia ) as CEO and a few years ago became Managing Director when Co-Founding Fortem Australia ( @FortemAustralia ) which provides specialized wellbeing and mental fitness support to first responder families.
In this conversation we don’t only clarify what John’s purpose is…
…we also clarify how he found his purpose.
“Success is not something you achieve, it’s a constant evolving thing that is never achievable.”
This conversation talks about the conflicts we face between purpose & happiness. And while they are vastly different, they both contribute to our success.
And the core of this message is that your purpose can’t just focus on any one area of your life. It must be holistic across your role as a colleague, leader, parent, spouse, friend, sibling, child & member of your community.
Enjoy!
P.S. If you know someone who is struggling to clarify their purpose and live life with holistic success, share this with them!
They'll thank you later!
Chris Raine has struggled with alcohol and has (mostly) overcome the addiction as well as the depression which causes it. But what makes Chris's story unique is HOW he did it.
In 2009, Chris Raine undertook a year-long experiment to quit drinking. A nightclub promoter at the time, Chris blogged about the challenges and successes of this experiment when he woke up hangover-free every Sunday Morning signing off with “Hello, Sunday Morning!”
In the 10 years since first extending the challenge to his flatmate, Chris grew "Hello Sunday Morning" into a bona-fide health service. He has since left the organisation and has started new projects which he talks about in this conversation.
But this conversation isn't just about building an incredible community or overcoming alcohol.
This conversation is about how to make the world a better place through being the example that people need to see in the world.
It's about leadership with authenticity, allowing others to shine just as much as you do, finding partners who compliment your weaknesses and being true to who you truly are.
If you know anyone struggling with drinking just a bit too much alcohol, be sure to share this conversation with them!
Enjoy!
If you saw Ali Terai as a child, you wouldn’t have ever expected him to have become as successful as he is now.
He grew up with two very different parents. His dad was a dreamer, wanted to be an entrepreneur but never executed. His mum cared about security and immigrated to Australia for her son’s future.
“Be clear on who you are and what you want to do but never be too fixated on the outcome”
And that’s why he has become so curious… Challenging structures. Finding new solutions. Looking for the hacks. Exploring possibilities. Creating new approaches.
“When you try to enact change, it usually requires a very extreme level of commitment for a long period of time”
Since those younger years, he’s become a husband, a father, a successful employee in corporate life, an entrepreneur, FutureGold founder, a keynote speaker, a creator of multiple businesses & a mentor to everyone he can be.
This conversation isn’t just about learning.
It’s about learning together, in the real world, to be the best you can possibly be.
Ali shares some amazing insights in this conversation, especially on the topics of:
✅ Overcoming challenges ✅ Creating your ideal life ✅ How to be a successful entrepreneur
Enjoy!
Ps. Full episodes, segments & shorts can be found on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@successwithpurpose
Matthew Elliott left the NRL and now teaches professionals how to achieve performance in all areas of their lives. How can he do it? He has learnt from both his failures & successes.
He’s competed in sports professionally,
He’s coached elite athletes for over 25-years across 3 countries,
He’s been a sports commentator,
He’s a mindset coach,
He’s founder and director of an exceptional organisation called The Change Room,
He’s written a book about playing the game of your life, and
He’s a proud father of four daughters & a grandfather now too.
In short, he’s had enough life experience and has enough grey hairs to learn how to be successful and how to avoid failure.
What does he teach? Prevention, recovery & leadership approach to whole-of-life wellbeing & performance.
“I’ve also experienced failure and that’s the strength I’ve got when I talk to leaders”
This conversation is about how to achieve true success with physical, emotional & mental wellbeing.
It’s about how to expand your mind beyond the limitations of what you’ve been taught growing up and how changing your mindset will change your life.
Get your pen & paper ready, this episode is filled with great insights.
Enjoy!
At age 14, Martyn was selling Methamphetamines to kids at his school.
By the time he was 18, he had developed personality disorders & an extreme drug addiction.
He had a several-days-long psychosis and it shifted the direction of his life.
He has now spent his remaining decades integrating his reality with a spiritual experience of life.
After this Martyn:
- Got married
- Had 3 sons
- Lived in different parts of the world
- Created a design company
- Built a home for his family
- Home-schooled 3 children with his wife
- Managed his son’s band called Evermore (achieving 7 APRA nominations & multiple top charts)
- Became a relationship coach and,
- Evolved into a leadership coach & creativity mentor.
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“If you were at the end of your life…how would you like your life to have looked like over all?”
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This conversation is about how to enrich your life, your marriage, your children & the world around you.
It’s about focusing on the future you want and making it happen.
And, most importantly, it’s about putting societal norms to the side and making your own decisions for YOUR life.
Enjoy!
Yemi is a British born Nigerian living in Sydney, Australia. She’s an Engineer by profession, an entrepreneur by passion, and mindset transformation thought leader by mission.
The life she currently leads was not planned, nor did she even imagine was possible. She spent a big part of her childhood in Nigeria, she has been homeless, she’s been a solo parent to two children from different fathers.
For context:
The key trauma in her experience that she shares is from being sexually abused as a 7-year-old by her uncle. A family member that her parents trusted.
She has built successful businesses, she has grown her amazing brand, she has established her family without support and she is an inspiration for everyone who struggles with their trauma.
This conversation is about overcoming your trauma to make you stronger than you would have ever been without the “bad” happening in the first place.
It’s about being happy in the contrast of life.
It’s about being radically honest with yourself and rebelliously curious about life, perspectives and purpose.
Yemi is a beautiful soul and an incredible individual.
Be sure to hear her wisdom in this insightful, honest & authentic conversation.
If you know anyone who has gone through trauma (no matter how “small”) be sure to send them this episode to watch.
The path wasn’t always easy for Ben. To the outside world Ben had it all... A successful career as a sales director, entrepreneur and business owner, yet behind closed doors, he was left grappling with the same issues that a lot of men face. Seemingly he was achieving in a professional sense, personally he was left feeling unfulfilled, disconnected from his family, unhappy and close to a state of depression.
By his own admission, he was showing up in business but nowhere else in life. Something had to change. It was at this point that Ben set out to educate himself and gain the knowledge and forge the systems and processes needed to reclaim his identity, reconnect with his family and set out on the path to a thriving life.
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“The scale of Weakness to Strength is not about who can lift the most weights. It’s who can step into the discomfort of life.”
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In this conversation, we explore the journey of Ben moving from unbalanced business success to holistic life success.
We talk about ownership, honesty, authenticity, vulnerability & intention.
We discuss what empowered masculinity looks like.
And we help every listener identify for themselves what “Doing The Work” might look like.
Enjoy!
Ps. If you know anyone who would get value from this conversation, please don’t keep this episode a secret & share it with them.
When Adam was in his late teens, he was the opposite of almost any definition of success.
He dropped out of high school, dabbled in martial arts and didn’t do all too much.
But then in his mid 20s, he started Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, decided to find the Harvard of BJJ schools and moved to Brazil.
He lived there for a while, became the first and still only Australian black belt under Fabio Gurgel and at the time was the only non South American to teach at the Alliance HQ in Brazil.
He competed in the Pans & Brazilian nationals which are ridiculously high standards of the sport.
He then opened his Alliance gym in Sydney in 2018. Two years later, covid brought his biggest challenge in life so far but the community continued to support the gym by paying their memberships despite social distancing rules. The gym is now stronger than ever.
Adam’s a proud dad, husband & a leader of an amazing community.
This conversation is about being clear on what you don’t want so that you can immerse yourself in pursuit of what brings you joy, happiness & fulfilment.
It’s about how to hold yourself, your peers & and your students to higher standards.
And, more importantly, it’s about recognising the price you’re willing to pay for the success you want to achieve.
Enjoy!
This episode with Vinh is by far the MOST wisdom per minute of any episode released so far.
Vinh Giang is the son of Vietnamese immigrant parents who fled to Australia with almost nothing.
They wanted him to become a pharmacist, accountant, lawyer or doctor…and instead he became a magician, entrepreneur, international keynote speaker & educator to over 800,000 students from around the world.
“It’s important to sometimes do things you dislike because it can light a fire up your ass to make you go for the things you want”
But what I really respect about Vinh is that while he’s achieved success most can only dream of, he did it without forgetting his roots.
Without neglecting his family.
Without letting career destroy his joy for life.
“You need to learn to recognise the progress that’s outside the tangible realm”
This conversation is about creating an alternative reality for your life.
We discuss that the only alternative to overcoming your limitations is to believe that you are limited.
We discuss the “bamboo ceiling”, challenging the status quo, what invisible progress means & how to make extreme career decisions.
Do you want to know what’s at the core of this conversation?
Taking Ownership…to
Design your life…and
Shape your reality…on
Your terms…with the
People you love…and
Creating the impact worth living for.
“The one time I took personal responsibility, my personal development journey began”
Get out your notebook because this will be one hell of a ride!
Enjoy!
Niti is an exceptional example of someone who has gone to uni, studied hard, became a lawyer, worked harder and achieved great career results.
She became a lawyer in 2003 and until recently was head of the legal function in Australia and the Pacific Islands at Philip Morris.
But that’s the boring side of Niti’s story. Throughout that journey she had children, leadership roles and both difficult & inspirational managers.
“The only way you’re ever going to create change is by working together…and creating solutions”
In this episode we get to hear her voice as an outspoken, authentic & passionate advocate for a range of work issues.
We explore Niti’s struggles with mental health, flexibility, recognition, pregnancy loss & gender equality. And we discuss practical ways for leaders to support & get the most out of their staff at the same time.
“It takes courage and strength to be emotional and share your vulnerability with people”
This conversation is about making tough decisions for the sake of our families, physical health & mental health.
It’s about taking the path of self-inspiration with the hopes we find where we are meant to be.
It’s about being the best versions of ourselves and creating a community to make it a reality.
“In the absence of change, there’s only one person that’s going to make a difference to your status quo, and that’s you”
Enjoy!
Damon has created an incredible life for himself and his family by knowing how to prioritise what’s really most important. How did he do it?
He learnt more from the failure of others than he has from their successes.
“I didn’t have a lot more to learn by not forcing myself to grow. Why not shoot for the moon now?”
Damon started out in data management, moved on to radio for a few years, then started his own SEO company before the GFC and took 15 years to get to a team of 10.
Since then, he has seen massive growth to a team of 60, he’s built an amazing team culture and he’s only just getting started!
Plus, he’s a Forbes council member, he’s represented some exceptionally impressive businesses and is an incredible dedicated family man.
This conversation is about putting your family first.
This conversation is about building an incredible business from scratch, the right way.
This conversation is about taking every experience as a true learning opportunity.
“It may not be my fault that I got into this circumstance but it is my responsibility to get out of it”
Enjoy!
Will started with little, achieved great business results only to watch almost all of it slip through his fingers and then start again.
His journey started with a Bachelors of Engineering, then doubled down and did a Master in Engineering. He started out as a design engineer, soon became a structural engineer for a few years, changed companies to become a principal engineer, then head of design & engineering at PTC until finally becoming director of that same company.
“My goal is to leverage resources to have more time & health”
Then, as a stark alternative to engineering, he founded #itallchangesfromhere, becoming a mentor on mindset & leadership for Chinese speaking members. He’s a proud family man, loves spending time with his wife & kids and he finds great joy in mentoring a lot of people who have very few examples of leadership in their environments.
This conversation is about investing in yourself when the stakes are highest.
This conversation is about facing your truth and accepting your vulnerability.
This conversation is about changing your environment to accelerate your growth.
“If you pursue your dream no matter what people say, you will get there”
But most importantly, this conversation is about prioritising what is most important to you in order to live the life you want to live with all the wealth, relationship, health & impact you desire.
Enjoy!
Marie-Claire & Gerry Thauvette have achieved success in their lives, family, business & career because of their relationship.
Marie-Claire has been a ballet dancer, primary school teacher, french language teacher, app producer, stress relief & nutrition consultant, co-owner/director/founder of Fast Forward French and a professional relationships & sex coach.
Gerry has had a successful career in accounting where he worked his way up in corporate environments across large public health organisations and smaller technology companies to a CFO role until starting Fast Forward French with Marie-Claire. He’s qualified and raced in 6 Ironman Triathlon World Championships, run over 15 Marathons, and skied 4 160km ski marathons. At 55 he completed an Ironman in 10.5 hours. He also founded and ran a non profit organization to partner disadvantaged youth with adults to train and race triathlons.
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“When something bad happens, there’s an opportunity for something better.”
- Gerry Thauvette
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This conversation focused on having a growth mindset and finding the gifts in every challenge.
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“See how you can be each other’s champions!”
Marie-Claire Thauvette
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In relationships, we must build each other up, truly commit to each other, communicate well, enjoy sex & intimacy and, most importantly, have fun!
Overall, this conversation is about achieving success.
With purpose.
Together.
“Growth is on the other side of pain…that’s the test of your faith”
- Nathan Bryant-Taukiri
Nathan is purpose-driven, passion-focused, innovative & has had quite a curious career.
After a couple of sales & management roles, in 2005 Nathan ended up moving to Potentia Recruitment as a consultant and worked his way up over the next 17 years to leadership and now board chair.
But what’s really fascinating about this career path is that since 2017 he’s been simultaneously a key investor at 6 start ups, board member at 4 companies, co-founder of Humi Group, an independent at Kiwi Innovation Network & the CEO & Co-founder of Rea.
Nathan’s a proud dad and in his words has been with the same beautiful woman for 27 years.
In this conversation we explore the power of applying your own value systems, experiences & pain to challenges.
Having a Maori father & a western mother, Nathan shares his experiences of growing up too brown and too white at the same time. He shares what came out of therapy and how he grew into the man he is today.
We define the subtle differences between Success as achieving outcomes & Purpose as living with intent. And just when you think you’ve arrived at your target, it’s time to widen the parameters.
Ultimately, this conversation is about clarifying your own self worth independent of what the economic & societal machine wants you to be.
Nathan’s journey is about calibrating & growing through pain and setting others on the path to prosperity.
Listen in if you want to learn how to: find your shadow, lean into it & master your inner voice, adapt or die, liberate yourself from the machine.
David was just a kid who loved music and he became one of Australia’s most successful pop music writer-producers.
He and his high school friend created DNA Songs in the 1990s and have been on the map since the early 2000s. They have been writing, producing & mixing songs for well-known names like Delta Goodrem, The Veronicas, Jessica Mauboy & Kate Alexa.
They’ve sold millions of records, and produced over 20 top 10s, 7 #1s & 3 apras.
But this wasn’t an easy journey without its challenges.
Imagine countless all-nighters leading to nothing & over a decade of rejection with almost no success to their name. And even when they had success needing to physically pull the Veronicas apart from killing each other in their studio…
“If you base the reason why you do something on the fiscal success, you’re always going to end up quitting”
David said it best when he said that “the heart of what you do must never be the money”. If you’re going to forgo immediate financial benefits then you must have more love, more passion & more dedication to your art than anyone else. You’ll then outlast everyone else and ultimately achieve success on your terms.
But this isn’t just about success in career & business.
This conversation is about all the gifts life has to offer…
…when you stay true to your heart.
“Working on yourself is just as important as working on your business.”
Enjoy!
Sarah found herself in a very low place in life. Her family was not what she had dreamed it would be, she didn't find joy from her pregnancy and she felt she had little purpose in her life.
She healed her heart & found purpose at the same time by founding an incredible charity. She called it a band-aid for how she was feeling but it’s clearly so much more than that.
“It’s really hard to feel depressed…when I’m helping other people” - Sarah Page
The Kindness Collective is inspiring, empowering & facilitating others to share their wealth with others to live better lives.
This conversation is about recognising our privilege, treating everyone as family & being proud of who we are.
It’s about continuing to do what we know is right to become who we need to be.
"Success is about purpose and a feeling that I have one." - Sarah Page
This conversation will give you a new perspective and it might even make you inspired to help those who have so much less.
Enjoy!
Ben has chosen his own path.
He started as an engineer in 2001 at Lendlease. 5 years later he became a finance manager, moved his way up to being national manager of project accounting & reporting, went to another big company as finance director, ran his own consulting business for 8 months, became 2nd in command to the CFO at Buildcorp and 1 year later became CFO.
And this whole time, he’s managed to build stronger connections with his wife & 2 daughters. He’s present with them and has been a source of inspiration for Harry as a young dad.
This analogy-filled conversation is filled with exceptional insights and perspectives about surrounding yourself with the right people, seeking out the right challenges, learning to move away from other challenges, enjoying life and what success really is.
"There were people I looked up to, people aspired to...where if I was doing that in 20 years time, I'd be really cool with that"
This conversation is about identifying your 10 year flag on the hill. Identifying your why, your principles & your values to make the right decisions for you and everyone else in your life.
"If you have that goal, that flag on the hill, saying where you want to go then it's easier to get the most of those situations."
Because at the end of your life, your success is never yours alone. It's always with support from others and to the benefit (or detriment) of others.
This is a longer episode so…
Buckle up and enjoy the ride!
Michael has an abundance of positivity, emotion, love & energy.
He became a dad at 49, a single dad at 50, a solo dad at 51, set an Australian Powerlifting Record at 54, began studying Development Psychology at 56, and wrote his first book at 58.
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“We’re all a work in progress…I am eternally curious.”
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Michael is not our typical kind of guest. Most people interviewed have been highly successful at climbing the corporate ladder, building amazing entrepreneurial businesses or keynote speakers to tens of thousands of corporate and government employees.
But this podcast isn’t about financial success. It’s about holistic success. Success with Purpose.
The position Michael has climbed to, the title he’s earned, and the role which inspires so many would best be described as “Charlie’s Dad”.
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“Great parents don’t hoard power, they give it away”
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In this conversation, we talk about inequality, stereotypes and breaking the bias against all genders & roles.
We speak a great deal about parenting styles, the roles of fathers vs mothers, self-regulation & making decisions that invest in the next generation making the future a better place.
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“Things just are. But your attitude towards them can change”
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This conversation is about leadership in all areas of our lives, creating our own destiny and living life true to your values.
Don’t just follow the heard and fit into stereotypes. Challenge the norms, challenge society & challenge yourself.
You won’t regret it.
Sarit has learnt to live in line with her values and see the positives in every situation.
Sarit finished university in the late 90s, worked in corporate for a while in management roles and then made a decisive switch into coaching. First as an in-house coach for 8 years and then as an executive coach & facilitator at TranExec, Thrive Partners, Leadership Space & for her own clients.
For the last few years she has been directing programs & mentoring coaches across Australia, UK & India.
Sarit is one of the proudest mums, she’s kept her marriage strong, she’s pursued her passions and she’s managed to maintain close connection with communities.
“You don’t get the time back with your children…and seeing them grow up is such a joyful experience.”
This conversation is about the journey of a shy country girl learning how to live authentically in leadership and use coaching to take ownership of her life and her role in her community. She became wiser and more purposeful as her years progressed.
“Create your own opportunities. That certainly helped me get where I am today.”
Sarit is an example of the value of renarrating our stories and experiences of life to live in line with our values & purpose.
Enjoy!
Talk about an energising conversation! Martin Buden is a private kind of guy and there is hardly anything about him online. And this is why I’m so excited to release this podcast. Because while everyone should know Martin Buden, very few people have had the privilege!
But here’s the basics. Martin took over an engineering company from his dad around 10 years ago and took it to the next level. He built it to an incredibly effective team taking on really profitable big jobs.
Martin has also redefined himself as a sculptor and inventor, a fully-fledged property developer literally re-engineering properties and most importantly, one of the proudest husbands & proudest dad’s I’ve ever met.
"People say they're opportunistic but they're just lazy & hopeful."
This conversation is about how to make decisions as a leader of others and yourself.
This conversation is about partnering with amazing individuals and getting the right people around you.
This conversation is about feeling more energised & passionate every day.
But what this conversation really tells us is how to develop a growth mindset. Martin doesn’t compare himself to anyone else. He compares himself today to who he was in the past. He faces a challenge, he overcomes them. He faces a loss, he just gets it back. He wants to make change in his life, he makes the right sacrifices.
"Compare myself to how I was 2 years ago. I'm fitter than I was 2 years ago. I'm wealthier than I was 2 years ago. I'm more in love with my wife from 2 years ago. I'm getting on better with my kids from 2 years ago. That's the only comparison. If I started comparing myself to Jeff Bezos or Elon Musk then hello depression!"
This episode is full of exceptional insights.
Get your pen and paper ready and enjoy!
Jai is an incredible human being. Or as he would put it, he is an ordinary human being who has had an incredible experience.
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He was living a typical, determined, driven, success-focus existence until the GFC caused his business to lose everything. He was driving when he found out and he pulled over because of joyful, uncontrollable laughter. Instead of being distraught, angry or fearful, he experienced bliss, joy & euphoria for 2 weeks.
He felt like he was floating. All frustrations and pain disappeared. And in that moment, his life had changed forever. He explored different eastern spiritual practices. He became a monk at a Hindu temple in Hawaii. He changed his name, settled his debts, gave away all of his possessions and dedicated 100% of his time & focus to understanding the incredible experience “removing the logs from the river of life”.
Fast-forward 10 years and Jai is back in the “real” world. He has a business, does trading, got married, has a dog, bought a home. And he did it all from leaving the monastery in March 2020 with nothing to his name and just as the covid pandemic began.
This episode is about Jai’s journey from being in the rat race to enjoying life.
This episode is about the importance of stillness in everyday life.
This episode is about who we truly are.
But most importantly, this episode is about how we can each experience the bliss of this journey in life. It’s attainable to each and every one of us.
And once we reach it, life starts happening for us, not to us.
Success…just…happens.
Two words: "Holistic Success".
In a single day in October 2021, Harry Goldberg had 5 clients ask "How can I be successful?"
And underlying these questions was an uncomfortable truth: Most people can't live successful lives because they don't know what success actually is. And it seems to be driven by 3 core principles.
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Achieving goals greater than anyone else expects of us
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Enjoying most days and waking up excited for what's ahead
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Creating a lasting positive impact on our families and the world
The Success with Purpose podcast talks and discusses success stories from the lenses of extraordinary people who have found their calling and were able to experience achievement and enjoyment that deeply impacted their lives and the lives of others.
By sharing their experience on how they navigated their path to holistic success, Success with Purpose aims to empower listeners in defining the meaning of "Success" in their lives, in finding the right mentors & in achieving their goals.
Enjoy!
Rachel started out as a school teacher for younger children for seven years and eventually she realised that most learning happens at home, not at school.
And she saw that the parents of the children in her classes lacked the skills & knowledge to be the best they could be for their kids. And she also realised that she had the skills and experience to help them. So she set up a business to teach them how!
Since then she has been giving keynote speeches to 10,000s of corporate & government employees about parenting & mental health, coaching parents 1 on 1, creating amazing education courses AND being a present and loving mother of four the whole way through.
This conversation looks at how to be great parents & colleagues with empathy and compassion. Especially how to manage your own and their emotions in all interactions.
But what this conversation is really about is the experience of life when you live authentically, pursue your passions and what happens when we never stop learning, never stop loving & never stop living our unique purpose.
Enjoy!
Setting intentions & making the tough decisions Josh Comrie isn’t your ordinary investor, advisor and multi-exit entrepreneur.
This is the story of someone who started out as a financial accountant in 1996, had another 3 traditional working roles until pivoting to his more entrepreneurial side. Since then he’s been a founder of 5 businesses, a director & also a professional angel investor for 35 businesses! Many of these roles have been held at the same time.
No wonder Josh is called a serial Entrepreneur!
He achieved Financial Independence at 41 and now he’s more focused on impact alongside wealth rather than just creating wealth alone.
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“Habits, Routine & Discipline are the three legs of getting s&#t done.”
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This conversation is about how each of us must take responsibility for our own lives.
How we must set intentions for each part of our lives and use discipline, habits & routine to provide ourselves with the greatest potential to live the lives we dream of.
It’s about personal responsibility.
It’s about prioritising our spiritual experience over the pursuit of pleasure.
It’s about leaving this world in a better place than how we received it.
And it’s about living as your authentic self.
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