Talks With Toni

In this episode, Toni speaks to Gary Das, who discusses his journey as a business consultant and investor. Gary shares his experience in the mortgage industry and how he diversified his business to include life insurance and insurance brokerage. He talks about the challenges he faced, including working long hours and the pressure to chase money. Gary also opens up about his realization that he did...

Today, Toni interviews Gerald Ratner, an author, mentor, and keynote speaker. Gerald shares his journey from being the chairman of a successful jewellery business to facing a major setback after a controversial speech. He discusses the challenges he faced, including the negative impact on his business and personal life. Despite the difficulties, Gerald's resilience and ability to take risks led hi...

In this episode, Tony interviews Dean Kelly, a serial entrepreneur with a diverse range of business ventures. Dean shares his journey from growing up in South London to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He discusses his experiences in the recruitment industry, his investments in various businesses, and his unique approach to investing in companies. Dean also touches on his early struggles, inclu...

In this episode, the tables are turned as Toni Gargan is interviewed by Chloe Bisson. They discuss Toni's journey as a female in a male-dominated environment, from her role in HR within the retail industry to her transition into the property world. They delve into the highs and lows of entrepreneurship while balancing a young family, and Toni shares her passion for public speaking and the impact i...

In this episode, Chloe Bisson opens up about her personal journey from being a successful chartered accountant to battling severe depression and ultimately finding her true passion. She shares how she lost her identity and faced the fear of failure, but ultimately emerged stronger and more determined. Chloe discusses the importance of communication and respect, and how these values have shaped her...

Toni interviews Chris Brown, a coach and entrepreneur, as he shares his personal and professional growth journey, discussing his background as a coach and his passion for helping individuals solve their problems. He also shares his current focus on masculinity-femininity dynamics and intimacy within relationships, specifically for business entrepreneurs who prioritise work over their personal live...

In this episode, Toni interviews Alfie Best, a self-made entrepreneur and owner of Europe's largest residential park home operator. Despite humble beginnings and facing significant challenges, Alfie's determination and hard work have propelled him to great success. He shares his journey, from starting a business at a young age to almost losing it all, and how he rebuilt and expanded his empire. Al...

Toni interviews Jaxon Feeley, a former prison officer who made the decision to transition from female to male while working in a prison environment. Jaxon shares his personal journey of self-discovery and the impact it had on himself, his family, colleagues, and prisoners. He discusses the challenges he faced in understanding and accepting his true identity, as well as the struggles with mental he...

In this episode, I turn the tables on my good friend and podcast host extraordinaire Ellie McKay as she discusses her journey from facing financial struggles and mental health challenges to building a successful property business and in turn launching an extremely successful podcast. She opens up about the highs and lows she has experienced, including the pressure of surrounding herself with the r...

Toni is with Jan Muhlfeit global strategist, coach of Olympic games winners and author of ‘The Positive Leader’ discussing the art of speaking and why Jan is on a personal mission to help others unlock and achieve their potential. Jan believes that making an emotional connection with your audience is vital and  shares some of the various strategies that can support this connection when you are in...

Successful leader, high energy, hands-on public speaker, author, facilitator and regular contributor to ‘Entrepreneur.com’ Tina Frey Clemen shares amazing content with Toni about the art and skill of facilitation, presentation and speaking. She explains why you need feedback and how to move from competency to mastery along with the power of the language you use in changing your perspective. The Ar...

Toni talks with the inspirational Jose who in his journey to becoming a successful global speaker uncovered ground breaking insights for personal development that turned his obstacles into triumphant public speaking and stand up comedy performances. He shares inspirational advice on how even negative reactions or the worst case scenario happening are things you can get through and learn from. Ther...

In this episode, Toni is interviewed by senior executive, property investor, board advisor, and business mentor Jeannette Lintfoot for her podcast Brave, Bold, Brilliant.   They discuss how Toni and her husband juggled having two little boys to look after and two full-time jobs with starting a property business. As well as how they borrowed from other people to get started rather than following th...

Toni talks with Billy Farrell about his journey and why public speaking has been a constant throughout. His passion is about communicating authentically in a real and raw way and it is this that attracts others to him. Billy explains why speaking from the heart and understanding the fundamentals of discipline and hard work are vital if you want to keep moving forward. Good communication with other...

Toni talks with Dave Seymour a leading expert in commercial multi-family transactions. His passion for business and property along with his no-nonsense approach. They discuss his journey and what it really takes to be a speaker with authenticity and integrity and how to replace your fears with faith to move forward. There is something for everyone in this episode from the power of ‘what if’ to the...

Toni shares great content about how the newest social media platform Clubhouse can be used to connect with a global audience. As an audio-only platform, it is perfect for honing your public speaking skills and marketing yourself for the least amount of cost by being able to effectively develop your brand and increase your following. Clubhouse provides unprecedented opportunities to connect with ot...

Michael Tow, Actor, Director and Producer is with Toni discussing his journey and the positives of having a transferable skill set and always taking every opportunity. When you put those, you admire on a pedestal it can be easy to think that they are very different but when you realise that everyone is going through the same thing you are, the same fears and concerns you are in a better position t...

Toni talks with property strategist Jackie Tomes about how public speaking has been a vital part of her journey. As someone who has created her own successful businesses, Jackie now teaches others to do the same and uses public speaking to share her message about both the good times and the things she has had to navigate around in business. Developing and raising the profile of your brand is key i...

Toni is with Tony Courtney Brown who is in the process of opening his Bio-Resonance Clinic. He shares the importance of Bio-Resonance, what it is, how it can help and his own experience. Tony explains not only his journey but how his passion for Bio-Resonance has shaped his mission and public speaking. Everyone has a story within them and sharing your story is about serving other people. We can of...

Toni discusses her top ten tips for public speaking and answers wide-ranging questions from how to get started through to adding value when you are speaking. Public speaking is something we all do every day in different ways so Toni’s advice is a great way to make sure your message is getting out there in the right way every time you are speaking. The advice and top tips in this episode will mean...

Toni explains why every person is a salesperson - they just need to understand how to serve, solve and sell in the right way. When you pitch effectively and in the right way the product will sell itself and you will be able to effectively grow your business. When you approach each customer with a view to helping them to solve a problem or reach a goal you are able to pitch to serve them through so...

Toni explains how to elegantly move between sections of your presentation with a bridge in this episode. A good bridge will be invisible to the audience but have the power to bring continuity of rapport and elevate the presentation to the next level. Toni is passionate about how to use bridges effectively in any presentation because of the difference they make and she shares great content on the v...

Toni shares the top ways to build rapport with your audience. Building rapport needs to be considered by every speaker whenever and whatever the platform. You can build rapport with others by letting people know you understand how they feel but if you fail to build any rapport with your audience they can quickly feel disconnected and your message can be lost. Toni shares great practical tips for b...

Recently lots of people have been getting themselves out there on social media but there are always those who are negative and only want to shoot others down. In this episode, Toni addresses the negativity and shares some great tips on how to focus on yourself and move forward being authentically you. What people are doing – Facebook lives, putting themselves out there is inspiring but there are a...

Toni is with Jeannette Linfoot who has extensive expertise and experience across a number of areas. She has over 25 years in the travel industry and is a winner of the Omega Business Woman of the Year Award. Jeannette has moved from the corporate world to portfolio entrepreneur currently working in property, mentoring and acquisitions and merger consultancy. She discusses the role public speaking,...