Rise and Thrive: Conversations For Greatness with John Merkus

AI Without Fear: My Conversation on Ticker News with Mike Loder ✨ Are you ready to embrace AI without losing your humanity? This episode will inspire you to let go of fear, harness the power of technology, and live your purpose with clarity and courage. John Merkus joins Mike Loder on Ticker News to unpack how AI can help you fulfil your mission faster, free up your energy to focus on what matter...

🎙️ Episode Title: The Truth Will Set You Free 🌟 Episode Show Notes What if the next step in your growth isn’t adding more  but letting go? In Part 2 of this powerful conversation on Rise and Thrive: Conversations for Greatness, host John Merkus reconnects with intuitive wayfinder Colby Wilk to explore the liberating truth about healing, belief systems, and the wisdom already within you. If you’ve...

🎙️ Episode Title: Your Soul Already Knows: Letting Go, Tuning In, and Living Fully Aligned 🌟 Episode Show Notes What if you’re not broken just burdened by beliefs that were never yours? In this soul-awakening episode of Rise and Thrive: Conversations for Greatness, host John Merkus sits down with Colby Wilk, an intuitive wayfinder who helps people reconnect to their soul’s wisdom and live in radi...

🎙️ Ben Legend and Semper Fi: How Grit and Mindset Are Building a Championship Esports Team Rise and Thrive: Conversations for Greatness with John Merkus ✨ What Happens When Grit Meets Passion? 🔥 Mindset. Loyalty. Purpose. This episode isn’t just about esports. It’s about going all in—for your dream, your team, and your greatness. 🎮 Join John Merkus in Part 2 of a powerful conversation with Ben...

🎙️ Counter-Strike and Commitment: How Ben Built a Team and Backed His Son’s Dream 🌟 What would you do if your child’s dream was falling apart? For Ben Savage, the answer was simple — build something better. 🎮 In this heart-led episode, host John Merkus welcomes Ben Savage, the determined dad behind Semper Fi Esports, Australia’s up-and-coming Counter-Strike team. When the industry failed his son...

🎙️ Healthy Wealthy Longevity Part 2: Resilience, Money, and Mastering the Long Game Rise and Thrive: Conversations for Greatness with John Merkus 🔥 What if the secret to a better, longer life... was already within your reach? In this energising second half of our two-part feature, John Merkus reconnects with entrepreneur, longevity expert, and Ironman athlete Jon Sabes—and things get real. If Par...

🎙️ Healthy Wealthy Longevity: The Truth About Having It All Rise and Thrive: Conversations for Greatness with John Merkus 🌟 What if having it all is closer than you think? In this energising episode of Rise and Thrive: Conversations for Greatness, your host John Merkus sits down with entrepreneur, author, and longevity trailblazer Jon Sabes to explore the powerful intersection of health, wealth,...

What do you do when your dream is within reach — then suddenly, everything changes? In this powerful continuation of their conversation, host John Merkus sits down once again with Survivor contestant Paul Dee, exploring what it means to stay strong when your body breaks down, your plans unravel, and the only way forward is to adapt, pivot, and keep going. From the fire pit to the final tribal, Pau...

🔥 Ready to Get Mentally Tough? What does it really take to perform under pressure, lead with heart, and stay grounded when everything around you is out of your control? In this episode, host John Merkus sits down with Australian Survivor contestant, elite football coach, and everyday legend Paul Dee. Paul shares the mindset he used to survive the island, thrive through adversity, and inspire thos...

💥 What if the only thing standing between you and the life you want… is one brave decision? In this powerful follow-up conversation, John Merkus welcomes back the extraordinary Steve Mann — a man whose life reads like a masterclass in living with purpose. If Part 1 stirred your heart, Part 2 will ignite your soul. Steve opens up with wisdom forged through experience — from raising adopted childre...

🎙️ Episode Title ✨ Leading with Heart: One Man’s Mission to Create a Better World Guest: Steve Mann 🔥 Why You Should Listen What happens when one man decides to stop waiting and start acting? In this heart-stirring episode, Steve Mann shares how he’s spent a lifetime turning purpose into progress — from raising his six kids in Zimbabwe during the AIDS epidemic to founding humanitarian organisati...

🧠 What if your thoughts were lying to you? In this high-impact 5-minute Rise and Thrive moment, John Merkus — The Positive Change Guy — delivers a mindset reset that could change your day (or your life). With energy, clarity, and heart, John shares one of the most powerful mental tools available: 👉 Reframing your thoughts. 🚨 Quick Reality Check: “Thoughts aren’t facts — they’re habits. They’re...

🔥 What if one moment—one pause—could change everything? In this raw and powerful solo episode, John Merkus, your energising and insightful host, opens up about a deeply personal moment that brought him to a standstill. A moment of doubt. A piece of feedback that hit hard. And a hidden belief that had been quietly shaping his life for decades. What follows is not just a story—it’s a breakthrough....

🚀 Ready to level up your greatness in real life—not just in theory? In this powerful Part 2 episode, author, entrepreneur, and mindset mentor Nick Batchelder returns to continue his raw and relatable journey of personal growth and purpose-driven leadership. Whether you’re an ambitious student, an emerging leader, or navigating your next move, this conversation will ignite action and inspire clari...

✨ Welcome to Another Powerful Episode of Rise and Thrive: Conversations for Greatness Hosted by the ever-insightful and energising John Merkus, this episode is a game-changer for anyone ready to stop playing small and start living with purpose and confidence. In this dynamic and heart-led conversation, John welcomes Nick Batchelder — author of Crush Your 20s, founder of Hive Mentors, and a rising...

🎙 Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness Episode Title: Fearless Moves, Big Wins: Jodi Herman’s Success Story (Part 2) ✨ 🚀 In This Episode: Missed Part 1? No worries! In this must-listen Part 2, Jodi Herman reveals: ✅ The Power of Mentorship – How strong mentors shaped her leadership journey ✅ From Employee to Owner – How she boldly took over the business that once hired her ✅ Follow-Up...

🎙 Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness with John Merkus, The Positive Change Guy 🔥 From breaking barriers to building empires—this episode is packed with powerful lessons on resilience, ambition, and making your own luck. 🔥 In this episode, I sit down with an extraordinary leader who started from humble beginnings and worked her way to the top of the tech industry. Jodi Herman’s story isn...

Journey to Freedom: Rising and Thriving 🎙️ Hosted by John Merkus – The Positive Change Guy What happens when you face your darkest moment and choose to rise instead of fall? In this deeply personal and powerful episode, John Merkus – international speaker, transformation leader, and resilience advocate – takes you behind the scenes of his Toastmasters International Speech Competition journey. For...

🔥 Host: John Merkus – The Positive Change Guy 🚀 Get ready for an extraordinary conversation that will elevate your mindset, leadership, and personal growth! In this episode of Rise and Thrive: Conversations for Greatness, your host John Merkus – The Positive Change Guy – sits down with the brilliant Dr. Julia Ashton-Sayers, an optimist, disruptor, and social change facilitator who brings a wealt...

Welcome to another powerful episode of Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness with your host, the inspiring and transformative John Merkus. In this episode, John sits down with the brilliant Dr. Julia Ashton-Sayers, an optimist, disruptor, and social change facilitator. Julia brings a wealth of knowledge in creating thriving, people-centric workplaces through the integration of neuroscience,...

Welcome back to Part 2 of my conversation with Karina Murphy, the driving force behind Next Level Results Accelerator. In this inspiring and uplifting episode, we continue our journey towards greatness, diving into the transformative concepts of the Drama Triangle and the power of choice. If you missed Part 1, we covered Karina's powerful approach to self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the...

Welcome to another powerful episode of Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness. Today, I have the absolute pleasure of reintroducing Karina Murphy, the amazing high-performance coach and founder of Next Level Results Accelerator. Karina is back on the show, and her insights are more impactful than ever before. As someone who has empowered countless individuals over her 18-year career, Karina i...

In this episode of Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness, we continue our inspiring conversation with Michael McLean, exploring his no-nonsense approach to success, discipline, and living with purpose. Michael’s insights are full of actionable advice, and if you’re looking for a shift in mindset or a way to get more out of your business and life, this episode is for you! In Part 1, Michael s...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness! Your host, John Merkus – The Positive Change Guy – brings you another powerful conversation to help you elevate your life and business. With over 20 years of experience in leadership, change management, and personal development, John is on a mission to help individuals and organisations embrace change, build resili...

This week, we’re exploring a transformative yet simple concept: the power of small wins. These tiny victories might seem insignificant on their own, but when stacked together, they create unstoppable momentum that can completely transform your mindset, habits, and progress. 💡 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: What small wins are and why they’re essential for building a thriving life. The science beh...