Success is Never Accidental

Myguest today, Johnnie Morris, was born and raised in San Diego, California. Theson of a military war veteran and an immigrant mother, he took up martial artsas a young boy as a means of protecting himself. He quickly qualified as aninstructor and he now runs the  AspireMartial Arts Academy which he founded with his wife Michelle in 2013. He is anastute business owner and real estate investor as w...

  My guest today Robb Evans is host of the Mental Toughnessand Body Show podcast, in which he has interviewed many successful peopleincluding celebrities like actress Brooke Shields,  fitness champion Jillian Michaels and a number of gold medallist athletes. Robb alsospecialises in coaching people to reach their individual weight loss andfitness goals through creating sustainable habits in relatio...

My Guest today, Rebecca Edwards, from Co Tyrone inNorthern Ireland, has represented the UK in rowing at both the Tokyo (2020) and Paris (2024) Olympics

My guest today is Dr EugeneGamble, originally from County Cork and now transforming the leadership styleof dental practices in Barbados.   Eugene reflects on how thedecisions he made along the way have influenced his success and, while heenjoyed the journey, his advice to his younger self might be, to be morefocussed.

This week’s guest ProfessorPaul Gilligan provides some wonderful insights into organisational growth andthe life of a CEO in a complex organisation.   An internationally recognisedadvocate of human rights, Paul has helped promote awareness of mental health,reduce stigma around mental illness and increase accessibility to appropriateservices.

Today’s podcast and article highlights the words and music of Tallulah Rendall, she is more than just a globally recognised singer-songwriter and author; she’s a force for positivity and harmony

Today’s podcast and article highlights the wisdom ofJeffrey Edwards of the Make Well Performance Group of Ottawa, Canada.   Reflecting on his own journey to success and how thoseexperiences helped form his leadership focus and style, Jeffrey reminds us ofthe need to promote self-belief, positive culture, and inclusion.   Listen to this interview, read the attached article andchallenge yourself to...

My amazing guests this week are Ivan and Marianna Polic. Based in California, USA, they  are international authors  and speakers. Their company, Jump Start YourExit, specialises in helping business owners grow and scale their businesses so that they can sell or retire.

My guest today  Barbara Cole Salmeron, who is based in Texas,USA, has helped thousands of men and women strengthen their relationships. Sheis passionate about helping men and women to better understand each other and relate more effectively at home, within their families and in the workplace.

My guest today is Marcella Leonard MBE, an independent social worker who is known nationally andinternationally for training professionals working with victims and perpetrators of violent and sex crimes. She is passionate about strengthening safeguarding policy and practice across sectors and is currently Chair  of the Commonwealth Games Federation Safeguarding Panel.

My guest today, Professor John Devaney of Edinburgh University who is currently advising the Scottish government on reviewing domestic homicides and suicides.  John’s advice is inspirational and relevant regardless of your profession or business.   John reminds us that all progress involves taking risks, mistakes are inevitable and we have tobe open to the learning we get from them  

My guest today is Joe Foster, founder of Reebok sportswear and author of “Shoemaker” which tells how a small British shoe firm became a global brand.  At 89 years old this remarkable character is still mentoring start-ups and inspiring audiences globally with his humility, wisdom and humour.  

This episode features the Incredible Damon Davis, host of a podcast called WhoAm I Really? exploring the journeys of adoptees seeking contact with theirbirth families.  I encourage everyone to listen to this amazing interviewwhich digs deep into the complexity of adoption and identifies strategieswhich, if followed by all involved, makes the process of reunification morelikely to succeed.

My guest today is ChristinaIrizarry, owner of a successful real estate business in Tampa Florida. Originally from Moldova, Eastern Europe, Christina is qualified in law andspeaks three languages. Dissatisfied with the lack of opportunity  inMoldova, she emigrated to the USA where she buys, restores and sellsresidential family homes.

My guest today is the Unstoppable Tracy Schmitt,  aremarkable woman who is a quadruple amputee, Tracy is literally unstoppable, listen to this podcast to learn of her amazing adventures.

My guest today is Gretchen Swinburne from Co Monaghan,who recently represented Ireland in Rally Jameel in Saudia Arabia and camesecond out of 52 Teams, never having rallied in the desert before.

My guest today is Janine Jakob, Janine is based in Shanghai China and specialises in helping organisations foster a culture of performance and well-being and she champions happiness.

My guest today is Kate Cuthbertson, who is, like me, a qualified social worker, coach and consultant. Kate’s passion is to ensure that practitioners get the support they need,including training, learning and supervision.

My guest this week is Paul Finck, international speaker, best-selling author and creator of The Maverick Way. Paul helps businesses to succeed by doing things differently and managing their mindset and having business owners manage their mindset as well as their business skills.

My guest this week is Dr Tracey Monson, Chief ExecutiveOfficer of Daughters of Charity Children and Family Services in Ireland. Traceyhas a PHD in Childhood studies and has just completed an Executive MBA.

My guest this week is Dr Todd Hutchison , an internationalbest-selling author who is listed in ‘Who’s Who in Businesses’ in Australia. Todd’s superpower is project management, and he has managed projects for over250 organisations in 21 countries.

My guest this week is Athin Cassiotis, an amazing businesscoach and entrepreneur based in Sydney Australia. He is also an internationalauthor, his book, ‘The 6 keys to a Bullet Proof Business Mindset isfascinating.

My guest today, Olga Kuhn, a successful business owner inTurkey, has a proven track record of success across Asia,Africa, and Europe

My guest today , Ronny Leber, based in Vienna, is a much sought after event host for corporate events and TV shows with over 1500 hours of TV experience.

Kirsty is the Managing Director of West End Letting and Sales. She is a highly experienced Letting Agent with a demonstrated history of working in the Letting and HMO industry. Specialist in HMO legislation, negotiation, portfolio management, lettings, working with landlords and customer service.