Each week I discuss self leadership, training, personal power, starting businesses and projects, communication and personal and professional disruption.
Everything in your business is linked. Once you realise this you can avoid short term tactics, and focus on strategy.
Introduction to world building - why it's so important to small business, and how you can start to think about it. Check out the new book: www.allinbooks.link
Theodore Roosevelt's speech, Guns n' Roses, and some ways to get in the ring in content creation, business, training and relationships.
Narasimha Dass is a co-founder and creator at Vvlcan Haus, an art, fashion, spiritual and creativity hub. In this episode we talk about the bringing your own energy into your work. We also discuss art, fashion, and taking on new projects and his current work with NFTs. You can find Vvlcan Haus on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vvlcanhaus/ Check out their website here: https://www.vvlcanhaus.com
The difference between setting goals in your business or health, and having a mission driven mindset, and why this matters.
Three questions to go through if you want to start a podcast, or create any other regular content (newsletter, articles, blog). Structure - Who's your show for, what's it for? What's the structure of the episodes? Energy - How do you want the show to feel? Frequency - What's the frequency you will commit too? The questions we run through been a key part of our brand new podcast which is being launched this week: You can find it here: https://open.spotify.com/show/474roEOf0mCJ4hM346gtSa?si=599Ex2L7RtqQLxGg26cfoA&dl_branch=1
In this episode we talk about how taking creative action even when the culture is going through a period of fear. How media can create a "transmission" of fear or tension How we can counter that by partnering up with someone! Steps to generate ideas and start sharing them If you feel a little tense in your business at the moment, this might help unlock some creative action so you can reach your dream audience.
A framework for doing social media videos Want to feel more confident doing short videos? You need a framework. A framework isn't a script - it's a way of setting up your videos so they are: Easier to put together Easier to watch Easier for people to take action after watching them This framework is based on Ray Edward's movie trailer structure, and has three elements: a) The dominant story idea (DSI) b) The sample feelings c) Proof that it works Use this for social media videos, short website videos, or any other short form video for your business.
In this episode we talk about ways to grow your business by both innovating and clarifying your client pathway. Duncan is physiotherapist and co-owner of Transcend Health. You can find them here: @transcendhealthau www.transcendhealth.com.au
"How do I get started with "emails" in marketing for my small business?" A lot of people ignore email in their marketing. They focus primarily on social (which is great), but avoid email entirely. The result is, they miss out on business, because they aren't connecting as much as they could. In this episode, we go through 5 things to think about when you set up. You can grab the download we talk about here: www.creatorclub.link
We cover 5 things to think about if you're getting a website built, or, building one yourself! Head over to www.creatorclub.link and download your FREE 30 Minute Win the Week framework.
If you're like me, usually you'll feel great Monday morning. Sometimes though, things can be a little flat. When this happens, decision making is tough, and it's easier to get distracted. It really, really helps to have a plan for the week. In this episode we cover a simple but helpful framework to do the important work in your business, with less stress. There are just 4 key questions to build energy, and intent, to help you grow your business. You can download the follow-along framework here: https://unique-inventor-414.ck.page/160f19a6d8
Do you want to ship more projects out into the world that stem from your passion AND provide value and revenue? James "JT" Tomlinson is your guy. This is one high energy man, who puts in some serious work. JT is a blackbelt BJJ athlete, business owner (Bulletproof for BJJ), coach, author, card game creator.... And more. You can find JT at: @jt_tenacity @bulletproofforbjj
A sense of belonging or acceptance is a deep human need. But the need to be cool or popular in a particular peer group can really slow down early business growth. Here's a way you can switch your North Star.
What's one thing that can help improve your content marketing, sales process and delivery all at once? In this episode we talk about "models" and "frameworks." These are approximations, or a "map" (not the territory!) that can be used to reduce complexity, and help guide a process.
Here's the question I got today... How can I start learning to write better? I want to create better content, write copy and be a lot clearer in what I do. Great, we need a practice. Here's how we can start to set that up.
Basic structures for productivity and effectiveness. A simple top down approach for productivity and planning - If your story or vision doesn't inform your day, then your day will dictate your story or vision.
"O le ala i le pule, o le tautua" - "The path to leadership, is through service." In this conversation I talk with Maradona Farao about his journey through rugby to become a PT, making an impact in his community through the Just Move project and his new cleaning business that is taking off. We also talk about his other project, Hope Road (H/RD), a safe space for men to share and grow their experiences in mental health. Maradona grew up in New Zealand, and has Samoan heritage. He is all about service, and you feel this straight away. You can find Maradona on instagram: @samoan_maradona
Conversation with Ange Cooper, co-owner of TMC Kids - movement classes for kids. Ange and the team have built a thriving business around providing fun, high quality kids movement classes here in Newcastle. In this conversation we talk about Ange's story prior to TMC kids, building a business that's both "for" kids and the parents, innovation, staff culture and more. Check them out on instagram: @tmc_kids
Conversation with Ruby Marsh. Social media platforms have a ton of potential for helping business growth. And, there are also a few potholes we can fall in that can really hold us back. In this conversation we look at three ways our relationship with social media can stop us, and then talk about some ways to reframe it. Ruby is on instagram: @rubykmarsh and her website is: www.rubymarsh.com
Conversation with Rod from Holistic Pro Health. Rod teaches surfers and general population clients how to move better, overcome injuries and create longevity in their lives. He's also a speaker and event facilitator. We talk about health, stress, building businesses (and online marketing) and how he sets visions and goals. Check him out on instagram: @holisticprohealth Website: https://holisticph.com/
Conversation with Takkesh Mizoguchi-Thorne, creator of Surf Flow. Takkesh tells his story of movement, surfing, travelling, small business and family. We discuss creating a "vision," developing a small service business that's in line with your story, and niching down to the smallest viable audience. www.surfflow.com.au instagram: @takkesh
Conversation with Aimee Tawhai. We talk about early stages of creating a software company, building a CrossFit box, community, work ethic and more. Aimee is a powerhouse. She has created ALTR, a software company that helps gym owners, coaches and trainers, and also CrossFor Project Bayside, a leading gym in Melbourne, Victoria. Aimee seems to bring a ton of energy into anything she does, and I think we get to the root of that in this episode. So there's a lot of value in here for anyone thinking about starting a business, or anyone who is a little further along and wants some inspiration. Check out Aimee's work here, with links to CrossFit Project Bayside and the ALTR Project: @aimeetawhai (instagram) www.instagram.com/aimeetawhai
Conversation with Simon Cooper, General Manager at Virtus Performance Gym in Mornington Peninsula, VIC. We talk about recent gym closure and re-opening, social media, and creating a daily writing practice. You can find Simon at: www.simongcooper.com @simoncoooper
In this episode we run through a prompt from today's business breakfast meeting with a bunch of local business owners. We cover the importance of inquiry and curiosity (vs. advice), and how you can start asking yourself better questions to elevate your work.
The early stages of any business can be exciting, energising, confusing and frustrating. In this episode I zoom out and look at some of the intentions in the first few stages of business (idea, testing, early traction) and what we can expect to feel and see.
In this episode I talk again with a good friend and mentor Cole Clayton and we dive into baseline breathing and how it can impact health, performance and wellbeing. You can find Cole here: www.coleclayton.com.au @cole_clayton_breathwork
What's more important, that people understand the features of your business or program, or how they feel when they interact with your work? You can't always add value, but you can always create meaning, give context, and pay attention to how people will likely feel when they see your stuff. In this episode we talk about the question: "How do you want them to feel?" and look at how it drives future action..
In this episode I talk with author, speaker and consultant Natalie Nixon about creativity! There are some awesome concepts in here, Nat is a great storyteller and breaks down creativity in a really fun and unique way. Natalie has recently written her book "The Creativity Leap." website: www.figure8thinking.com instagram: @natnixon
117 This is a conversation with Amy Bowe who has created the Warrior School - an online and offline program to help women finally get the results that they want in training by understanding their cycle. Amy is a wealth of knowledge and experience in effective ways to train, movement training and coaching, nutrition, and has worked to educate individuals and coaches on this stuff for years. This is a more casual chat, and we talk about using personal story in business, and how this can play such a key role. You can find Amy on instagram: @amykatebowe
In this episode I have a conversation with my friend and mentor Cole Clayton. We talk about Human Design, which is something he shared with me many years ago. It didn't really resonate back then, so I wanted to get him on and dive into it once more. You can learn more about Human Design at: www.humandesignamerica.com You can find Cole Clayton at www.happykidsklinic.com, or @happykidsklinic
115 with Mel O'Neill-King, co-owner of Athlete-X near Perth, Western Australia. In this conversation we talk about Mel's background, his passion for design and creating, his commitment to spreading kindness, mental health, and a few of his favourite books. Great conversation with an amazing man who is out there making some really positive change in the culture. @mel.athletex @the.athletex
An overview on archetypes and why the "creator" archetype is so important for small business owners (and how you can step into this one).
In this conversation I chat with Nick Maier who owns The Youth Academy - a gym and youth development centre in Warners Bay. We talk about owning a business, journalling, writing and more. Find Nick on instagram: @nickmaier__ www.humandevelopment.me
Recently I had a conversation with a friend looking to start a podcast. It sparked some thoughts on communication in general - which is something that really interests me, and is a critical part of small business. www.johntmarsh.com
In this episode I sit with Phaon Phipat. Phaon works in an online retail startup, creates movement tutorial videos, and runs the Passive Hang Podcast. We talk about his journey, curiosity, his decision to create a "platform" with the podcast, and more. You can find Phaon at: @phaonp (instagram)
Since the beginning, the focus of business has been to bring value, or to create change for a particular person or market. In the last 15 years though, there's been another side to "watch," which is the digitised side, or small metrics: likes, page views, followers... In this episode we look at how focusing on the small metrics can take your attention directly away from what matters - the people you want to help. We also cover 6 things you can do if you feel you're not getting the "traction" you want.
In this conversation with Odelle we talk about leaning into community, getting out of the head and into the heart as a business owner, decision making, yoga and more. You can find Odelle on Instagram: @iamodelle
If you project resistant or negative energy onto any aspect of your business, you're creating negative energetic flow. This creates a negative structure, which will eventually cause problems. It could be getting your idea off the ground, sales, or marketing. The first step in overcoming the challenges you face might be to notice your narrative and habitual energy that you project into the task.
In this episode we go back to basics and cover three key areas you need to consider in the early days of your new business or idea (hint, right at the start it's not big or complicated websites).
Do you want to build a business around a passion or work that you love? Ben has done exactly this. And he's crushing it with consistent organic sales, allowing him to deliver a tailored program to the people he loves to serve. This is the second time I've had Ben on the podcast and he's gone from strength to strength. Some great value for anyone carving their own path in a focused, niched small business. @offroadperformancecoach www.100percentstrength.com
In this episode I talk about a few thoughts on having a "practice" and why it can be so important for business owners (and businesses!)
I talk with Dr. Damien Cooper, from The Movement Improvement Clinic in Newcastle. In this conversation we talk about small business, movement, energy generation, osteopathy, music, and more. Check out The Movement Improvement Clinic @mic_newcastle www.micnewcastle.com
In this episode I talk about some aspects of energy generation for small business owners. As we become more aware of this we can take more ownership of the energy and growth of our business and show up more consistently. Check out the upcoming event on July 29th: https://tinyurl.com/y4jxsrdl
In this episode I talk with Bernadette Jiwa, creator of the Story Skills Workshop. Bernadette is a storyteller and teacher, who helps organisations, brands, and people like us tell better stories in our work and life.
In this episode I talk about three patterns for self leadership success that have repeatedly popped up in the first 100 episodes.
In this episode I speak with marketer, writer, creator, teacher and if I'm honest, one of my personal heroes, Seth Godin.
In this episode we talk about tactics, mindset and nervous system capacity and how these can play out for small business owners.
“Every human is an artist. The dream of your life is to make beautiful art.” Don Miguel Ruiz What stops us from creating our art? If our art can be in our business and our relationships, what’s holding us back from this dream? Is it strategy? Is it needing a template? Is it we need more effort? In this episode we go into all of these and look at the real root of what can hold us back.
For small business, "Identity" work is critical. This includes personal story, personal brand, Superniche work and your values. In this episode we run through each of these and talk about the importance of doing the deeper work.
In this episode Shaun and I talk about the transformative nature of doing the work to show up each day and create: podcasting, writing, blogging, content creation and more.
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