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In this engaging episode we met Michael Griffiths and Sean Sullivan, and in amongst all their gold nuggets we learnt about their random connection via the Olympics! There’s nothing ‘average’ about these guests!  Here’s a summary of what we covered: 4:30 - Michael slips in the “I just ran an ultra marathon…” 9:40 - We can be ‘average’ or make the most of your situation and go hard 12:25 - Why not s...

In this episode of the podcast we welcome Raj Goodman Anand and Jamie McBrearty. What a wonderful treasure this conversation was!   Here’s a summary of what we discussed: 11:12 The room for personal development is the largest room in the world 20:07 - 6 star is the feeling that you can take your life to whatever you want 30:35 - The most valuable person within the business is yourself 34:55 - He u...

This is a wonderful episode with two people who know how to 'do better'.  Jamo's perspective as a business owner serving customers in his community directly is a welcome voice to show us what 6 stars means in practice and in action. Anthony gave us an extension of that from the inside of a business and his experience helping business owners to tap into the magic that Jamo carries in...

This episode with Joanna and Robin was full of truth bombs and amazing nuggets of wisdom. We talked about how to manage people having to do the same thing over and over and ways we can engage them, encourage them, and make them feel like they have the power to control how good they feel in their day to day jobs. Stopping and reaching out to a person for a quick chat, an invitation to think bigger...

In this episode we sat down with Susanne le Boutillier and James Brown, who gave us a ride and a half! We covered everything from expectations in relationships, to the cost of business, and the link between profit and people. Many gold nuggets were shared in this wonderful conversation, and we urge you to sit and listen closely to the wisdom within. 11:47 - Dealing with humans means dealing with p...

In this episode we welcome Stephen Sandor and Graham Barkus, two people who took us on a trip to explore the foundations of what we value most as humans and the meaning of the work we do. This is one of those thought-provoking episodes that leave you thinking for days afterwards! Here’s a summary of what we discussed: 07:43 - How businesses can impact human wellbeing 10:04 - The 6 Star Business mo...

In this episode we met up with Phil Pelucha and Jeremiah Sarkett, two high energy guys from different continents and both with a background in sport.  This is a high energy play by play episode filled with nuggets, truth-bombs, and the kind of wisdom you wish you’d heard when you first started your business! Here’s a summary of what we covered: 10:41 - You’re only going to win when you’re surround...

In this episode we sat down with Gary Weis and Steve McCann, where we had a beautiful conversation about human connection in both online and offline worlds, the challenges we face with creating too many formal structures in online meetings, and how we can benefit from communities to connect. Both these guests brought serendipitous moments of synchronicity and wonder, and it was a pleasure to be on...

In this episode we welcome Peta Marshall and Trav Bell, where we covered many topics and started with breakdowns, bees and what it means to have a regret free life! This is a fun and engaging episode and we know you’ll love it.  Sit back, strap in, and let Trav and Peta share some genius magic with you :)  Here’s a summary of what we discussed: 8:36 - The digital disruption and the impact on sole...

In this next episode we welcome Tracy Lamourie and Amber Trueblood, who gave us more to think about than we bargained for!  This was a truly international episode, with Canada, USA, Australia and the UK all represented :)  You’ll feel an energy from these superpowers like nothing else. They left us feeling supercharged and ready to go! Here’s a summary of what we discussed: 8:15 - how the work fee...

This episode is truly a cross cultural one!  With Frenchman Vincent now residing in Brisbane, and USA born Terilee now living in Singapore, we were represented well from a global perspective. We covered everything from the ‘Extra Mile’, to the 5% gains to success from a professional sports perspective, and how we can deepen our commitment to people to form better relationships. Sit back, snap on t...

On this episode of the 6 Star Business podcast, we are joined by two guests who understand the intricacies of using and creating business technology to make life better for the end user: Richard Lau and Avon Collis. Straight out of the gates Richard brought up the fact that most people are in business for profit only, and have forgotten about the customer.  That set the tone for an incredibly insi...

 This is a very unique episode, because we only have 1 guest! Even though we were down a guest, Rebecca’s genius and friendly nature definitely made up for it. She spoke effortlessly about all the things that underpin her beliefs, motivations and experiences that equate to the ‘6 star’ experience. An adventure with an incredible lady; this was a pure delight. Enjoy! Here’s a snapshot of what we co...

In this episode we have the lovely Lindsey Galloway with the bubbly Jen Kuo, who take us on a practical and heartfelt journey into their world of what it means to be a 6 star business. Lindsey talks about her business challenges helping Australians buy their first home, whilst Jen talks about the challenges of being in business and not being aligned - and how that shows up in daily life! What a be...

We had a truly international cohort on this call, as each member of Dave’s family were born in a different country, as were the members of Jussi's family! One of the stand-out things from this episode was that both Dave and Jussi agreed for a business to be 6 stars they need to be led by purpose. If they weren't driven by purpose then they would be 5 stars 'at best', and in Jus...

On this episode we were very fortunate to have two guests who truly understand the importance of the human connection. We covered so many topics that every business owner should know about, and take heed of! In this conversation we got deep about being human, and even used the “L” word a few times. This really was a conversation with close friends and we could easily have been at a cafe or even se...

This episode kind of took the wind out of our sails! We found ourselves stripped of pretence very quickly, and working through the core elements of transformation needed in order to become a 6 star business.   Vulnerable, real, heartwarming and peppered with stories, anecdotes and history that are helping to describe the powerful shift we find ourselves in, and the power of tribe, connection, and...

On this episode of the podcast we have Steve Barlow from The Change Gym, and Mike Irving from Advanced Business Abilities.  This episode was incredibly insightful and educational, and we learnt a lot from these masters at human behaviour and ‘inner performance’. Here are some key highlights of what we explored: 12:18 People have to change; it’s a given 13:00 In order for us to be the best, we need...

This episode is a gem mined from the history lessons of commercial growth, evolution and commercial success. Dave and James took us on a journey that left us all wanting more. We discussed what a 6-star business truly means in our evolving society and how competition needs to make way for greater needs coming from a community perspective, that's woven by purpose and care.  In this engaging an...

Welcome to episode 8 of the Six Star Business Podcast! In this episode we are talking to Rob from the UK, an experienced Google Ads consultant and copywriter who has done all aspects of marketing over the years, who ended up focussing on what he believed was the most critical element of engaging your audience: creating stories.   Alongside him we have Rashid, originally a business coach turned mar...

In today’s episode we welcome Chris Thornhill from Growth Animals and Kevin Burt from EN-SYNC 8020 and Handover. Take note Football clubs: Chris and Kevin deliver an impromptu masterclass on how to take your club to 5 star reviews at least!  Both our guests have a couple of decades of experience each in their respective fields: Chris in Marketing and Kevin in Operational Performance Improvement. B...

Welcome to Episode 6 of the Six Star Business Podcast! In today’s episode we have Tina Brinkley Potts & Andrew Erkins, who rocked the house with their Authenticity, Purpose, Alignment and straight up Honesty! This was an episode that left our heads spinning at the end of it. Here’s some of the magic you’ll find in this episode: 04:15 - Tina shares a story of a previous business she ran, that t...

Welcome to Episode 5 of the Six Star Business Podcast! In today’s episode we have Celia Swales and David Hubbard, bringing some new perspectives on the world we find ourselves in now post-pandemic, and how those challenge us to create 5 star reviews and even 6 star reviews. Here’s some of the gold you’ll hear in this episode: 06:45 - the future can’t be seen as a linear journey 14:30 - what the mi...

In this episode of the Six Star Business podcast, we bring together two guests with vast experience in two very different industries: one with marketing and and the other in people performance in large organisations.  It’s always fascinating to discover the different views and experiences people have and bring them together. In this episode we cover: 05:00 - the correlation between customer satisf...

In this episode we cover: 07:10 - what's missing now in businesses 12:40 - the need for mindfulness and how it can be delivered 28:15 - the most important person in your business 32:20 - how our culture has shaped us and needs to shift again Plus, Christine explains how 5 star reviews on Google can actually work and what needs to change for them to work. Then Zeke explains in more detail how...