Aussie Ambitions Podcast
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Video Podcast with Aussies from all walks of life.
We explore the little life hacks that help you reach your goals and keep the balance. Live your life, your own way.
Face to face interviews, in the studio, on the road, on the boat and more.
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Apr 26, 2021
Ep 40. Aussie Pre-Med Life and Aspiring Psychiatrist - Silvija Bojanic
EPISODE 40. MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN MENTAL HEALTH --> For Uni Student and Aspiring Psychiatrist, Silvija Bojanic, overcoming anxiety with the assistance of a psychiatrist created a desire within her to help others in the same way. Currently studying an under-graduate degree in Health Science, on its completion her goal is to head to Medical School.
Silvija discusses with us what is required to get into Medical School, people’s perceptions of psychiatry, addiction and her thoughts on medication. Whilst drug treatments have their place, Silvija believes a wholistic approach to overall health is an avenue that needs to be explored and would like to be an instrument in changing perceptions towards the profession. With a desire to work with serious cases in a high-stress hospital environment, she feels that although it would be challenging and confronting work, the ability to help these people would be incredibly rewarding.
What sort of motivation and study commitment is required? How has COVID-19 affected university life? How does social media affect mental health? What is the GAMSAT exam?
Knowing there is a long road ahead towards completion of her studies, Silvija is prepared to go anywhere and do anything required for the job, with her personal happiness the ultimate goal.
Guest links:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/silvija-bojanic-9a8aa61b3/
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Apr 20, 2021
Ep 39. Moving to Australia with Registered Migration Agent - Seema Chauhan
EPISODE 39. THE PATHWAY TO A NEW LIFE --> Coming to Australia from India as a university student 23 years ago, Registered Migration Agent Seema Chauhan has first hand experience of the migration process. Passionate about Gold Coast life and calling herself founder and “co-dreamer” of her business Abode Australia Migration through which she journeys with people in the processes required to fulfil their dreams of a life in Australia.
Seema shares with us the benefits of using a Migration Agent in your applications for residency and visas. What are the migration pathways available? What are the challenges? How can you bring your business to Australia? What are the skills requirements? Always up-to-date with current Government legislation, Seema will guide and reassure you through the process, celebrating with you your successful application.
A super-connector, networking comes naturally to Seema who loves to contribute to the community she lives in. A big believer in giving back, she also contributes to her home community in India and has received awards in Australia in recognition of her work here.
Whilst travel restrictions are currently in place, there will come a time when the opportunity to migrate to Australia will open up again. Would you like to make Australia your new home?
*** Editorial Note: This is a general conversation on the topic of Migration in Australia. For professional advice please contact a Registered Migration Agent. You can contact Seema Chauhan, MARN 0850953 at Abode Australia Migration.
Guest links:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seema-chauhan-gold-coast/
https://www.facebook.com/AbodeAustraliaMigration/
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Apr 3, 2021
Ep 38. The Australian Porsche Racing Circuit with Professional Driver - Bayley Hall
EPISODE 38. HIGH PERFORMANCE RACING --> Juggling his school work with his career as a Professional Race Car Driver leaves 17-year old Bayley Hall a very busy young man. In his final year at school, Bayley is also a member of the Porsche team for McElrea Racing taking part in the Michelin Sprint Challenge around Australia.
With a passion for all things racing, Bayley started at 6 years old with go kart racing. How did he progress from that to where he is today? What sort of training does he have to do and where do simulators fit in? Very much a team sport, Bayley tells us about the preparation for a race weekend, the monitoring required for driver and car performance and dealing with media and fans. What is his dream goal? And where does sponsorship fit in?
Very appreciative of the support he has received from his parents and others over the years, Bayley tries to repay them by maintaining peak performance. Bayley tells us what it takes: you have to have the “balls” to do it! If you would like to have a go, get into go kart racing really young and just “get out there and give it a crack”!
Guest links:
http://bayleyhallracing.com.au/
https://www.facebook.com/bayleyhallracing
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bayley-hall-375b231a1/
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Mar 31, 2021
Ep 37. eFoiling Pioneer on Aussie Waters - Vasco Vellez
EPISODE 37. EFOILING ADVENTURES ON THE WATER --> It is a marriage between business and lifestyle for eFoiling Expert and Business Operator Vasco Vellez. With his office the ocean, for him his business has to be fun and he gets such a kick out of seeing the enjoyment others get from learning how to eFoil.
Always seeking after knowledge, hear about Vasco’s journey from kite-surfing on to eFoiling and being one of the first to get the newly produced boards in 2018. He tells us about how eFoils work, showing us some amazing video footage in the Gold Coast surf. Who can learn to eFoil? Are there any risks? How does eFoiling compare to surfing and riding the waves?
One who likes to capture time on the water, Vasco takes amazing videos of his experiences and those of his students. Check out the “Hero Moments” student video gallery on his website. Having access to the best gear in the world, Vascoe has just launched his new e-store selling eFoil boards, parts, batteries and other equipment. As Vasco regales us with stories of the different ways he has used his board, you get a real sense of the enjoyment he has with his eFoiling lifestyle.
Has this peaked your interest? Want to try eFoiling? Go to Vasco’s website eFoilGC.com and purchase a voucher for a hydrofoiling lesson. As he says “the things we regret are the things we haven’t done”.
Guest links:
https://efoilgc.com/
https://www.facebook.com/efoilgc
https://www.instagram.com/efoilgc/
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Mar 29, 2021
Ep 36. Aussie Digital Wellness Educator - Leigh-Chantelle
EPISODE 36. CREATING HEALTHY DIGITAL HABITS -->
A Digital Wellness Educator is how Leigh-Chantelle describes herself. She is passionate about cyberpsychology, digital wellbeing and digital communication, most particularly mindful and conscious use of technology. She is currently completing her PHD and aims to be a lecturer in cyberpsychology. As part of her studies, Leigh-Chantelle is currently looking into behavioural change and technology acceptance of autonomous vehicles and blockchain technology. Would you go in a driverless vehicle? What is the blockchain used for?
With an early goal to be a rock star and embracing the vegan movement in its formative stage, Leigh-Chantelle’s stage experience led her into the world of public speaking and marketing and into the digital world. A long-time interest in psychology led her to question the impact social media has on users. She is about to launch her new website DigitalEqulibrium.com, utilising this medium to educate people on creating lifelong healthy digital habits to thrive online and beyond. What are your social media habits? How is your screen time looking?
As Leigh-Chantelle tells us “If you are using social media as a tool, that’s being productive. Letting it use you is a whole other thing!”
Guest links:
https://www.epicentreequilibrium.com/
https://www.leigh-chantelle.com/
https://www.vivalavegan.net/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighchantelle/
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Mar 23, 2021
Ep 35. Australian Ethical Sales Coaching - Ryan Tuckwood
EPISODE 35. A FRESH LOOK ON SALES COACHING --> “Changing the perception of sales” is the mission of Business Owner Ryan Tuckwood’s business, SWISH Sales Coaching (Selling With Integrity, Selling Honestly). With a desire to help struggling sales people, six years ago Ryan and his business partner, Jack Corbett, set up their business, formerly known as ISR Training, firmly believing that they could make a positive impact in the sales industry with ethical sales coaching.
Having created their own methodology and course content, Ryan trains sales people how to communicate and connect with people to express the value they can offer to them rather than a direct sales pitch benefiting them not only in their business but in their personal lives as well. Why is it necessary to receive sales training? How important is role-playing? How can you overcome objections?
Fortunate to have appeared on the television program Shark Tank and now backed by three of their investors, their business has grown exponentially. Through the SWISH Academy, Ryan talks about the move from physical coaching into the digital world and its great advantages. Taking on the world of podcasting in July last year, Ryan believes it to be the best thing they have ever done.
A very structured person, Ryan ensures his days are extremely productive, whilst deliberately preserving his precious time with his family. Passionate about their base on the Gold Coast, Ryan still has ambitions of taking their coaching internationally.
Would you like to SWISH yourself into a new level of sales?
Guest links:
https://www.swishsalescoaching.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/swishsalescoaching/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-tuckwood/
https://www.facebook.com/SWISHSalesCoaching/
https://www.instagram.com/swishsalescoaching/
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Mar 22, 2021
Ep 34. Risky Business with Australian Truffles, Caviar and High-end dining - Debbie Oliver
EPISODE 34. AUSTRALIAN FINE FOODS --> Mysterious, magic and alluring are some of the words that Truffle Hunter and Business Owner Debbie Oliver uses to describe truffles. Passionate about fine foods, Debbie took the plunge and moved from a corporate job, 5 years ago creating her business, Lady Truffle Fine Foods.
Join with us as we hear about all things related to truffles and other fine foods. Where does she source her truffles? What is truffle hunting? How can truffles be used? What kind of fish does caviar come from? Wanting to share her excitement, Debbie gets a buzz out of educating others from chefs, through to dinner guests about these “dirt diamonds” and other exotic foods.
As a business woman, she has a personal drive to achieve and shares her philosophies on how to connect with restaurants, chefs and even other rivals to support each other to be successful in their business. How did COVID-19 affect her business and the hospitality industry on the Gold Coast? What is the “Truffle Kerfuffle”?
With their own unique flavour and fragrance, Debbie will entice your curiosity about truffles. Have you tasted them before? Give them a try next time you dine out!!
Guest links:
http://debbieoliver.com.au/
https://www.facebook.com/debbieolivergc/
https://www.instagram.com/ladytruffle_finefoods/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbie-oliver-b1a45128/
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Mar 21, 2021
Ep 33. Aussie Augmented Reality (AR) Specialist - Ken Lee
EPISODE 33. AN ENHANCED REALITY --> “It’s all about connecting people with people” is the motto behind AR specialist Ken Lee’s recently launched business Austech Connect. Having fallen into his Virtual Reality business Austech VR almost by accident some years ago, personal circumstances and with COVID-19 hitting the world for Ken it was time to rethink and embark on something new, the world of AR.
Believing that AR is a big opportunity for sales and marketing, Ken is creating an experience that is accessible via your phone that can also be used for training. Partnering with local government, Ken has been using AR to enhance sports training with opportunities arising to take this technology internationally. What sort of team do you need behind you to make this happen? And what sort of platforms do you need to use?
Utilizing this technology in these current times for such things as virtual conferencing and trade booths, Ken also shares his thoughts on the future of AR. Hear also about the various uses for VR headsets from sports to business and more. What is Oculus?
Are you keen to dabble in the world of AR yourself? Check out 8th Wall.
Guest links:
https://austechconnect.com.au/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/austechvr/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenleevr/
https://www.facebook.com/AustechVR
https://www.instagram.com/austechconnect/
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Mar 20, 2021
Ep 32. Sailing Life Goals and Wild Times with Aussie Digital Marketing CEO - John Nayler
EPISODE 32. SAILING THROUGH LIFE --> From the mountains of Canada, to the waves at Bali, if you have got your laptop you can travel and work as long as its fun and you fulfil your obligations to your clients, Company Director John Nayler tells us about his “digital nomad” lifestyle.
John shares his thoughts on digital marketing, SEO and Google, how to build your business through these platforms and some of the secrets he has discovered. Determined to make the most out of life, he tells us of the epiphany he had on how to lighten his work load. How can you create for yourself a 5 hour work week?
With a life that is always on the go, often adventurous and sometimes spontaneous, John entertains us with his stories of a lifestyle balanced over work. And the future? Keep an eye out for him in Greece in 5 years time on his dream boat, a 45 ft catamaran.
Guest links:
https://www.ecentral.com.au/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnnayler/
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Mar 18, 2021
Ep 31. Aussie Organic Skincare Creator - Jodie Watkins
EPISODE 31. BEAUTY FROM THE INSIDE OUT ---> Having been in the industry for 21 years, it was a natural progression for Beauty and Makeup Artist Jodie Watkins to have the desire to use that knowledge to create her own organic skin care brand, Urth Skin. Being very aware that consumers of skin care products are not informed about the ingredients and the use of products, as a beauty trainer Jodie has set out to not only provide good natural products but to also educate people.
Proud that 99% of the ingredients for her products come from Australian organic plant, fruit and flowers, she also sources her packaging from Australian suppliers, thus creating a product wholly Australian made. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this? What is her market?
As a freelance Makeup Artist, Jodie also tells us of her overseas travels in the industry and her role as a Judge for the Australian Beauty Industry Awards. What advice does she have for those wishing to embark on a career in makeup artistry?
Guest links:
https://www.urth-skin.com/
http://www.jodiewatkinsmakeup.com/
https://www.graft-a-lash.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodie-watkins-3752583b/
https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/urthskin/
https://www.facebook.com/urthskin
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Mar 17, 2021
Ep 30. Aussie Model Agent and Talent Scout - Mandy St George-Crowe
EPISODE 30. BEHIND THE LIGHTS AND CAMERAS ---> For those aspiring to become a model, it’s all about whether you have the “look”. As a talent scout with a trained eye, founder of Que Models, Mandy St George-Crowe has been known to chase someone down when she sees them.
Keen to fully embrace the phenomenal lifestyle here on the Gold Coast, through her Agency Mandy brings back to her home town her years of international experience with high-end models. From parent to friend, teacher to personal guide, Mandy forms close bonds with her models, mentoring and nurturing them through their career journey as well as maintaining close relationships with clients and photographers.
What does it take to be a model and how can you progress in your career? How important is social media in today’s market? What is the ultimate career goal for a high-end model? Join with us as we explore the glamourous and not so glamourous aspects of model life.
Guest links:
https://quemodels.com/
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Mar 16, 2021
Ep 29. Aussie Bartender and Mixologist - Karen Singh Jandu
EPISODE 29. MIXING WITH THE BEST ---> Working as a bartender in a restaurant within the Palazzo Versace Hotel in Main Beach, Karen Singh Jandu has had some strange requests for cocktails and drinks. What on earth is a “Dead Green Lizard”?
Passionate about making drinks, Karen joins us and recounts her life as a bartender in a busy high-end restaurant. How do prices in Australia compare to the rest of the world? What is a Happy Hour? She talks about the Government Certification required, the rostering of shifts, casual employment, leave entitlements and career longevity within the hospitality industry. Do customers tip staff in Australia?
Always researching new drinks, maybe one day she will fulfil her dream of managing her own cocktail bar and creating her own cocktail menu.
Guest link:
https://www.palazzoversace.com.au/en/default.html
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Mar 15, 2021
Ep 28. Aussie Professional AFL Player (Aussie Rules Football) - Jesse Joyce
EPISODE 28. SPORTING TALENT --> After 5 years and 64 games playing professional football for the Gold Coast Suns, AFL player Jesse Joyce tells us his football journey from making the NSW State under 12s team, obtaining a sports scholarship for high school to making it to the AFL list and on to an injury that required a whole new rethink of his future.
How much training is required to be a top athlete? And how much of the game is mental? Hear about the excitement of his debut game, playing with one of Australia’s top footballers and how COVID-19 affected the game.
A firm believer in hard work and a positive mindset, as he recovers Jessie is now playing semi-professionally and embarking on a business career. What is PainPod and how does it assist in the relief of pain and recovery from injury?
Despite his professional AFL career being halted, Jesse still has hopes of playing professionally again and is working hard towards fulfilling that dream.
Guest links:
https://thepainp…
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Mar 14, 2021
Ep 27. Aussie Actor and Free Spirit - Kaylee Brown
EPISODE 27. LIFE IS FOR LIVING --> Going for auditions is like a toxic ex-boyfriend, you keep getting rejected, but you keep going back over and over according to Aussie Actor and free spirit, Kaylee Brown. Then there is the excitement of winning a role, the fun of building a character and telling someone else’s story.
From working on-board the “Yot Club”, the world’s first super yacht entertainment venue, to potential acting opportunities in America, Kaylee’s sense of fun and excitement with life is obvious. With a passion for spirituality and holistic health, Kaylee has weathered health issues and the disappointment of a co-starring role in a movie in San Francisco being cancelled because of COVID-19 to ultimately living a centred and grounded life. Convinced TikTok is a “time travelling illusion”, she shares her enjoyment and thoughts about creating content with this popular platform.
Kaylee is open to all life has ahead for her and how it will evolve. As she…
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Mar 13, 2021
Ep 26. Aussie Eyecare and Eyewear - Chris McMahon
EPISODE 26. BEHIND THE LENS --> When marketing eyecare, it’s not just about the products, it’s about health care and showing the benefits, Optometrist Chris McMahon tells us. He shares with us his successful career in optometry from starting his own business on the Gold Coast and its many challenges to his current opportunity to transition his business to a new owner.
He classes himself as driven in the pursuit of his business, not passionate, but prepared to fight with his ultimate goal the care of his customers and their needs. He discusses how new technology has allowed the vision of many to be saved and the diagnosis of many diseases and health issues. What new product is available for those with colour confusion? What is presbyopia and how does it affect so many of us?
Have you had your eyes tested lately?
Guest links:
https://qualityeyecare.com.au/
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Feb 24, 2021
Ep 25. Empowering Women in Australia - Dr Hazel Herrington
EPISODE 25. AN EMPOWERED WOMAN --> Australia is an important part of her legacy, highly inspirational personality Dr Hazel Herrington tells us as she recounts her journey in business with us and what an amazing journey! From obtaining her degree in business at a Gold Coast University, to speaking at conferences around the world and interviewing celebrities, Hazel has made an impact worldwide. She is now launching her new online business, Herrington Publications Worldwide.
With a passion for entrepreneurship and leadership, she works as a business strategist and coach keen to empower and train people, particularly women and youth, to achieve success in business. Never forgetting where she has come from, she regularly travels to Zimbabwe to impact and empower women in her homeland and has worked within indigenous communities in Australia.
What advice does she have for us? How important is business coaching, networking and mentorship? Always encouraging, always positive, Hazel come…
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Feb 24, 2021
Ep 24. Autism Training For Aussie First Responders - Kathrine Peereboom
EPISODE 24. AUSTISM SPECTRUM SUPPORT ---> Having three beautiful children and founding Spectrum Support, Kathrine Peereboom feels that she has found her true purpose in life. She talks with us in the studio about how discovering all her children were on the autism spectrum caused her to research how she could protect her kids.
Finding there was a huge gap between first responders’ education and the autistic community she partnered with the NSW Police force to ensure that they all received intensive training courses.
Hear from Kathrine about the need for education not only for those on the front line, but within our local community, the successes, her ambition for this training to be available to all first responders throughout Australia, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific and the challenges of life with an autistic child.
Through her charity Spectrum Support, this passionate and dedicated woman is making a difference. How can you partner with her in this great cause?
Guest li…
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Feb 23, 2021
Ep 23. Aussie Fashion Designer - Sinead James
EPISODE 23. FASHION WITH FLAIR ---> Having had a love for fashion since her youth, Sinead James, Head of Design and Branding for Australian label Charlie Holiday, shares with us her journey in the world of fashion.
From her early studies in business, majoring in entrepreneurship and then on to fashion, it becomes evident that Sinead has the passion and drive to pursue her dreams. She tells us of the learning curve of starting her own fashion label, the importance of on-the-job training and experience and on finding her niche working for Charlie Holiday.
With the United States as their biggest market, she tells of the buzz they get seeing celebrities wear their clothes and the impact Instagram influencers can have on sales. Having an interest in sustainability, she describes how the label is pursuing this and is currently working on the launch of a new sustainable brand.
What advice does she have for any future fashion designers?
Guest links:
https://charlieholiday.com.au/
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Feb 22, 2021
Ep 22. Aussie Employment Specialists - Monika and Belinda
EPISODE 22. JOB SEARCH SOLUTIONS ---> “Developing people, changing lives” is the motto of Pivotal Management, a business that links employers, training organizations and employees. We talk in the studio with Managing Director, Belinda, and one of her key team members, Monika, about how the business was formed, it’s philosophy and purpose, and where it is heading in today’s economic circumstances.
From an initial focus in the hospitality industry, hear how COVID-19 has impacted the business. What sort of businesses and jobseekers do they assist and what Government procedures are in place to assist in the recruitment processes?
Unique in their concept of marrying together employers with future employees and providing avenues for upskilling and training and then managing the process, Belinda and Monika have at their heart a genuine desire and passion to help people and mentor them through the employment process.
Guest links:
https://pivotalmanagement.com.au/
https://www.fac…
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Feb 18, 2021
Ep 21. Aussie Beauty Therapist and Make-up Artisit - Lindy-Lou Taylor
EPISODE 21. BEHIND THE PURPLE DOOR --> After 30 years in the beauty industry, doing a job she loves doesn’t feel like work, it feels like play! Beauty Therapist and Makeup Artist, Lindy-Lou Taylor joins us in the studio to tell us about her business Purple Door Beauty, which is located on Mt Tamborine in the Gold Coast Hinterland, nestled amongst the beautiful rainforests.
Within this village like community, and with a background in natural therapies, this popular and caring practitioner ensures her clients are treated holistically, gain enjoyment from their visit and leave feeling less stressed and lighter. She chats about the effects of the sun on skin in our Aussie climate, her special packages for brides and her dreams to move from a single operator business to a community of practitioners supporting each other in their own specialist fields.
In our busy lives she stresses the importance of health, diet and managing your time to look after yourself, including time for some pa…
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Feb 18, 2021
Ep 20. Aussie University Student - Maria Bouliopoulos
EPISODE 20. FROM FARM TO CITY --> For university student, Maria Bouliopoulos, life is now very different from how she grew up in a small inland country town. Moving from farm life with no technology and a generator for electricity to the Gold Coast, Queensland, Maria has always felt like a city girl on the inside.
From a Greek/New Zealand heritage, Australian born Maria talks about family, her work ethic, her studies and her life on the Coast. An active instagrammer, she also shares her thoughts on the social media platform and how it has worked for her. Maria is now excited about her next step into university life.
Guest Links:
https://www.instagram.com/mariaboulio/
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Feb 18, 2021
Ep 19. Pet Calming Business in Australia - Ron Pia
EPISODE 19. PETS AND OWNERS --> Not self-taught, but dog-taught as a young boy is how Canine Lifestyle Consultant, Ron Pia, describes how he gained the ability to talk to dogs, work with their behaviours and solve owners’ problem behaviours.
Ron joins us in the studio with his little mate, Murphy, to tell us about his pet calming business, solely dedicated to natural solutions for animal anxiety. We find out how dogs learn, the best time to train them and how to get assistance to alleviate bad behavioural problems caused by anxiety in your pet.
He also introduces us to his new product “Pet Tunes” and the science behind it. What is this and how does it work in helping not only dogs, but also cats, horses and birds?It’s having great results!!
Guest Links:
https://thepetcalmer.com/
https://www.facebook.com/thePetCalmer
https://www.instagram.com/thepetcalmer/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/thepetcalmer/
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Feb 15, 2021
Ep 18. Aussie Product Innovator- Dominique Sanday
EPISODE 18. EXPERIENCE THE NEED, CREATE A PRODUCT --> Join with us as Dominique Sanday of Neeki Designs shares her very personal story of the creation of the “Wonder Sheet” and what a journey it has been! Having its beginnings in a desire to make life easier for her father, to its creation and on to a product that impacts the lives of so many people here in Australia and overseas.
With a genuine desire to help people and change their lives, Dominique recounts the early struggle for suppliers, the excitement when her product began to be noticed and businesses began to stock it, and her plans for the future of her new product the “Wonder Sheet +PLUS” and its huge potential to assist the elderly.
A hands-on approch to business and life which can be an inspiration for us all!
Guest Links:
https://neeki.com.au/
https://www.facebook.com/wondersheet
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominique-sanday-69021641/
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Feb 15, 2021
Ep 17. Aussie High Performance Athletic Coach - Brandon Cain
EPISODE 17 - PEAK PERFORMANCE --> A love of AFL from childhood and dreams of a career in the sport halted by injury prompted Aussie High Performance Athletic Coach Brandon Cain to turn his focus to assisting other athletes to achieve their performance aspirations and injured athletes in their recovery program.
Through his gym business, BCSC, he deals with athletes from multiple sports and of many ages. With the support of his specialist medical referral team, he works closely and holistically with each sportsperson to assess their individual needs and provide a program specifically suited to them. What motivates the athlete, drives them and makes them tick? How important is mental health? Like all industries, different treatment therapies are evolving and Brandon discusses some techniques he is using.
Brandon is an example to all of us of how what appeared to be a closed door for him in the sport he loved, led to an open door to assist others in his position.
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Feb 14, 2021
Ep 15. Aussie Transformational Health Coach - Sarah Taylor
EPISODE 15 - REDEFINING YOURSELF BEYOND 40 --> From obese at 40 to climbing a mountain, the depths of depression to Professional World champion body builder, Transformational Health Coach Sarah Taylor shares her journey with us.
Sarah tells us of her personal revelation about the importance of health, it’s impact on every aspect of your life and the need for taking personal responsibility for it. What methods did she use and where does body-building fit into it all?
A recent move from a corporate career to a total focus on her coaching business gives Sarah the chance to share all the steps, processes, skills and tools she has learned over the years. A certified coach, nutritionist and ayurvedic practitioner, her life is now all about giving back and helping others.
Guest Links:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-taylor-weightloss-expert/
https://www.mastering-menopause.com/home44639745
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Feb 14, 2021
Ep 16. Taking Your Business Online - Angela Goh
EPISODE 16: CREATING JOBS THROUGH TECHNOLOGY --> Formally trained and utilizing her hospitality skills learned in 5-star hotels in Singapore and Sydney Angela Goh, Founder of Cleans Online, started her first very successful business at age 26, which saw her featured in newspaper articles and within a Women’s magazine for her work in assisting women to gain employment through her business.
From serving VIP clients in hotels to organizing events promoting Australian Real Estate overseas, Angela’s motto has always been to treat both customers and workers with respect, humility and care.
Angela is very excited about the imminent launch in Qld and Sydney of her new app which will make the operating of her business much more streamlined and eventually available globally. Hear her story of how she reached this place.
https://cleansonline.com.au/
http://zenresources.com.au/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-goh-3577b51ba/
https://www.facebook.com/Cleansonline
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Feb 13, 2021
Ep 14. How Martial Arts Can Impact Bullying in Aussie Schools - Brett Welland
EPISODE 14 - MARTIAL ARTIST WITH A MISSION --> Covering bullying in schools and the programs and strategies implemented through his work with AMAYDA, family man and martial artist Brett Welland joins us to share his enthusiasm about his work.
He talks passionately about utilizing the disciplines of the martial arts to assist children to be emboldened, gain self-confidence, personal agency and give them strategies to manage the situation, the importance of early intervention and how cyber-bullying has changed the whole dynamics.
How can we be aware as parents, teachers and members of the community? What steps can we take to support this? There are resources available. As Brett states “the better the tools, the better the outcome”.
Guest links:
https://amayda.com.au/
https://www.facebook.com/AMAYDAPROGRAMS/
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Feb 12, 2021
Ep 13. An Aussie View on Cybersecurity and Bionics - Corey Fraser
EPISODE 13: THE HUMAN IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY --> No-one is talking about the cybersecurity threats we are facing, Data and Cyber Management Student Corey Fraser tells us when he visits us in our studio. Using his marketing background and cybersecurity knowledge, Corey’s goal is to raise the level of awareness of these threats within the community. He talks about the risks out there both at personal, corporate and governmental levels and his desire to be part of the solution.
His other passion is bionics, with his ultimate goal to be involved with a team of people working with prosthetics and developing a bionic limb that functions exactly as a normal limb.
Focused and determined is how you would describe Corey. Two individual goals and an ambition to contribute to the thriving of these industries here in Australia. Corey’s perspective on entrepreneurship is one to watch.
Guest link:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/corey-fraser-65165b13b/
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Feb 10, 2021
Ep 12. Aussie Recording Studio Life - Dylan Brockington
EPISODE 12: GETTING STARTED IN THE RECORDING INDUSTRY --> Sharing his experiences in the audio tech world with us in the studio, up and coming Audio Engineer Dylan Brockington gives us his perspective on what it takes to break into the industry.
We are given an insight into his creative side, starting from how his love of music led him to studying for a career in audio, now specializing in post-production work. We get a glimpse of the drive needed to succeed, his experiences with podcasting including working on his own podcast, starting his own free-lance business and his hopes for the future.
Guest links:
https://www.dtbaudio.com/
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Feb 8, 2021
Ep 11. Insights into Aussie Beauty Salons - Susie Nguyen
EPISODE 11: HELPING OTHERS IN YOUR OWN PROFESSION -->
Chatting in our studio with Susie Nguyen from Salon Coach you readily become aware of the passion she holds for the beauty industry and her coaching business is a natural representation of this in her desire to help other salons implement strategies to improve their business.
From an unexpected introduction to the beauty industry, to the challenges of studying and working with a young family, her journey progresses to business ownership and ultimately a devasting injury that seemingly dashed her dreams. Then Salon Coach was born and Susie is now very excited about her future.
Guest Links:
https://www.facebook.com/saloncoachaustralia/
https://www.saloncoach.com.au/
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Feb 7, 2021
Ep 10. Business Coaching in Australia - Tim Austin
EPISODE 10: DEDICATION TO HELPING OTHER BUSINESSES GROW -->
Ambition, a drive for success and a desire to always achieve much more has always been his motivating factor, Business Consultant and Marketing Strategist Tim Austin tells us when he joined us in the studio. Learning from his successes and failures in business, he developed a desire to share these personal experiences to help others, leading to him creating a successful business formula that can be duplicated. He offers this to other businesses through Traffic Coach.
He shares about this personal ambition, drive and self-development, the need for a good mindset and the importance of mentorship in helping assist you to grow and achieve. He encourages those in business to continue to educate themselves, but to always remember the need to achieve a work/life balance.
Guest Links:
https://www.facebook.com/trafficcoachoz
https://www.trafficcoach.com.au/
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Feb 6, 2021
Ep 9. Thoughts on Ambition from an Aussie Creative Director - Rose Werle
EPISODE 9 - WHAT DOES AMBITION MEAN TO YOU? -->
Very ambitious, is how Aussie Creative Director Rose Werle describes herself. She visits with us in our studio and gives us an insight into her perspectives on ambition and how she implements it into her life.
Is ambition subjective? Do you need to set solid goals, or should you completely surrender to each day? What fuels the fire within you?
Rose shares with us her dreams, the importance of surrounding yourself with like-minded people, her own personal growth strategies, her desire to help creative people, the need to be proactive and to always be the best-intentioned person you can be.
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Feb 6, 2021
Ep 8. Aussie Life Lessons of Personal Recovery and Transformation - Ashley Flier-Gunn
EPISODE 8: LIFE-ALTERING DECISIONS -->
Ashley Flier-Gunn is a mom of 2 kids who has a unique perspective to share about pursuing a healthy and happy lifestyle, all while facing the challenges of owning and operating a retail shop during the rough economic conditions of 2020.
Her bubbly personality is a shining example of how people can be positive in the face of adversity, and she has got her sights set on renewing her passion for the Beauty and Active Lifestyle industries as she literally appreciates her personal progress every day, and is now focusing on pursuing further opportunities with likeminded Activewear brands.
Having undergone elective gastric bypass surgery 2 years ago, we learn from Ashley about the considerations this procedure, what it meant for her in taking this decision as well as a view into the Australian healthcare system with both public and private healthcare options. Even more amazing is that Ashley's father that is currently challenged with kidney disease is…
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Jan 24, 2021
Ep 7. Planting Seeds: The Evolution of Cannabis in Australia - Molly & Kate
EPISODE 7: THE CONSCIOUS ENTREPRENEUR -->
Our first dual seat interview featuring our new guests Molly and Kate Richardson based out of Burleigh Heads, Queensland - a famous lifestyle community.
Join us to hear the unique perspectives of a Mother and Daughter working together to explore the medinal and wellness benefits of all aspects of the Cannabis plant.
With a central mission tied to personal experiences, as well as having proven themselves as entrepreneurs of an all female-run business operating in a male-dominated environment, we get some serious insight into what people can pursue after they have "made it".
There's balance, there's purpose, there's belief, there's desire to help others have free access to information so that people can choose their own path.
This is an early introduction to Molly and Kate, and we'll be following their journey with some of the obvious barriers that they face in taking on the status quo of culture, regulations, and the commercial world.
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Jan 22, 2021
Ep 6. Aussie Competitive Surfing - Grace Knight
EPISODE 6: PURE SURFING PASSION -->
Australian Professional Surfer Grace Knight spends time with us in the studio sharing her life journey from growing up on a small country farm in South Australia, two hours drive away from the surf, to making it to the World Qualifying Series.
What steps did she have to take to get there? She talks about the drive and focus needed, the sacrifices made along the way, how an individual sport becomes a team sport as you progress through surf competitions to reach national level, and the requirements and recent challenges to embarking on an international career.
Guest Links:
https://www.instagram.com/grace_knightt
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Jan 21, 2021
Ep 5. Inside the Mind of an Aussie Architect - Nik Mitens
EPISODE 5: PEOPLE & DESIGN -->
Nik Mitens is a worldly individual and an architectural studio owner of HHH Architects based on the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia. Being one of our first guests, Nik helped to shape some very interesting discussions relating to what Ambitions can mean to people in all aspects of life.
Nik shares some very insightful stories about settling in Australia for the long term after having built his education and career overseas in London, being from Denmark originally.
We get a very real look into the architectural profession, and where the career spark can come from, and what it takes to apply yourself.
Nik shares his appreciation for how the complexity of the world can become simplified and highly fulfilling when you find your balance.
Guest Links:
https://www.hhh.com.au/about/
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0OR7RCdcO9wWVUkzuYldV9?si=RzP3qfzoTvqk0LsUK3QjPA
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Jan 20, 2021
Ep 4. Aussie Creative Lifestyles: Wedding Planning and Corporate Events with founder Decinda Burrell
EPISODE 4: CREATIVE EXPRESSION IN EVENTS AND LIFE -->
Decinda Burrell is the inspiring founder of Event Society, an Australian corporate events planning company supporting major markets in Queensland, Australia as well as Sugar and Spice Events, a luxury wedding planner.
Events are experiences, they can be unforgettable moments. They are sensory, and often difficult to fully capture and appreciate if you weren't there to experience it first hand. We get to hear about how Decinda got started in the world of events, and the first steps to creating a business based on your own interests from scratch!
We also get to hear how to find the balance as a business owner. Delegation, learning own skills, and refining your own role as a business owner all play a key part, and you can hear Decinda's refreshing view on balancing achievements and personal freedoms.
Give yourself mental space to see more. Do things differently. Two of the wise words shared by Decinda during our exploratory session…
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Jan 16, 2021
Ep 3. Aussie Gin-Making Entrepreneur and Futurist - Debby Lo-Dean
EPISODE 3: LOCALLY INSPIRED BRANDS -->
Australian, and Surfers Paradise local Debby Lo-Dean drops by to share her very fresh take on innovation in Australia, specifically her new company Paradise Gin which has just launched.
Get a feel for the mind-set of starting a company from scratch, and pulling together a combination of industry experience, a business view, and telling a unique product story based on Australian ingredients.
Then we shift gears to cover an insightful future view on where we are headed with technologies and problems specific to Australia, perhaps common with the global trends. "Medical Matching Service", telehealth, robots, automation, job creation in new ways, and complementary AI.
Hear from a long-time local who has a very special perspective on contributing to local community through a futurist lens. Debby is one of the Directors of Innovation Hub on the Gold Coast and attended a select forum in California via Singular University with some global powerhouse p…
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Jan 16, 2021
Ep 2. Australian Life as a Dance Performer and Model - Bree Gulyas
EPISODE 2: DANCE DEDICATION -->
Bree Gulyas, an up and coming Australian Dance Performer and Model joins us in the studio to chat about what life is like as a professional dancer! What does it take? What are the hurdles to overcome? Is it a physical game or a mental one?
We cover some important points about pursuing your interest whole-heartedly and managing to juggle life's priorities along the way. We learn about what life can be like growing up as a high-level dance student in Australia, a glimpse into the performing arts scene in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast of Australia and how she is making the transition to pursue performance opportunities locally and on the world stage.
New York, she is coming for you.
Guest Links:
https://www.instagram.com/breegulyas/
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Jan 16, 2021
Ep 1. Australian Life as a TikTok Creator – James Longstaff
EPISODE 1: SPONTANEOUS & FREESTYLE -->
Australian TikTok creator James Longstaff joins us in the studio to tell us stories about his eye-catching Christmas Convertible, a BMW Z4 completely wrapped in Christmas paper.
We hear from James about what he's currently working on as a content creator in Australia with perspectives on what life is like living locally on the Gold Coast of Queensland. We cover some of the charitable aspects of influencer life which is a good reminder that we can all help people smile.
Guest Links:
https://www.tiktok.com/@james_longstaff
https://www.instagram.com/james_longstaff__
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