Thriving Matters Podcast

Leaders are all around us with extraordinary heart and soul and Jade Hughes, our guest this episode is a sensational gift to us all. A young mum who balances multiple roles and responsibilities, Jade knows how challenging it can be to thrive in different areas of life and she shares some of her practical advice and inspiration with me as we talk about resiliency, a deep desire to learn, and how 'k...

This is the second conversation Kerry and I have had which I thought was too important not to have! Why you ask? Kerry's new best seller is right 'on the money' as it looks deeply into 'How To Heal A Workplace' and is backed up with current post covid research that showcases that 80% of workplaces have a toxic culture. We discuss many things but most importantly, Kerry references women who are exp...

Would you believe I have two brilliant gals as our guests in this episode of Thriving Matters, Angela and Cristina! I have recently met both these gals face to face in Sydney which was incredible. So of course I booked them up for a double header - I hope you enjoy! Working together is an absolute joy for these two as they have created the lifestyle and workstyle that gives them meaning and freedo...

When you listen in to this episode, Darren Saul will blow your mind with his energy and enthusiasm for business owners in how to keep things fresh! Darren has a rich background in IT, marketing, photography and how these three skill and knowledge areas have a synergy that enables 'playing with perspective' and how positivity, optimism and realism can boost your confidence to thrive when you are fr...

Ben asks himself these question every day "What can I do next? How will I do it?" Then at the end of the day, cooks dinner for the family and walks the dog! Ben and I have known each other for a number of years and our conversations never cease to be invigorating and stimulating. Ben is in the business of utilising technology and collaborative learning through logistics to reach as many thirsty yo...

This episode our Thriving Matters conversation is with Chris Bantock who has had a strong career in the corporate world of sales, digital marketing and business creation working with companies like Microsoft, HP and Phillips before founding Agency Local. Agency Local is a support community promoting collaboration, insight and inspiration assisting smaller agencies from freelance to larger sub £1 m...

Our guest Nikki Cali is all about not conforming but creating her own solutions and you will hear how she has done that all throughout her interesting career. Listen in to these insightful gems - all about THRIVING in life and work - and I bet you'll be tempted to reflect on your own story as well. Nikki expands her ideas, by listening to her intuition and then protects them to take away the press...

Phoebe is all about educating and simplifying your money life! her heart- centred approach to leading her team and offering much needed professional learning for women who have experienced massive financial change over the last four years . Phoebe and I talk about being financially stable so we can make better decisions, experience less stress and feel confidence in our business and life decisions...

Jean Adams is a Business Mentor and Empowerment Coach. She is obsessed with empowering women in their 50s, 60s and 70s to confidently step in their potential and magnificence so they can achieve their dreams and goals for their business and their lives. Listen in as Jean shares how she has adapted quickly to business and life transitions, having spent over 30 years working in numerous corporate ca...

Our guest is none other than Louise Williams, an 'ordinary gal doing some extra-ordinary things in life and work' specialising in 'transforming' people into the best versions of themselves through psychology and headshot photography. Listen in as Louise shares her 'thriving' practices that have become part of her journey through the joy and grief of life. Her unique guidance gift helps create the...

An early morning conversation with Nic (Nicole) Stewart is just the thing for our Thriving Matters Podcast listeners and what a story of tenacity and thriving we have for you as well. Picture in your mind an Equestrian athlete with Olympic dreams, Nic was an ambitious athlete who in 2008 had a significant accident that broke her confidence not her bones. So how do you come back from that? Listen i...

This is our 100th episode of Thriving Matters Podcast and our conversation today involves a camera, backpack and an incredible dose of curiosity! Chris Ireland believes in an 'all access pass to life' and his story to date is one of resilience, creativity, grit and generosity - he is supercharged to learn about people and his camera provides the equipment he needs to share other peoples stories wi...

Our conversation about VIRTUES is one you will find very interesting! While we have moved to instant and virtual connections, the way we communicate with our young people and each other as adults can be very black and white and super quick! Often we mis-interrupt digital communciations depending on the frame of miond we are in! Gladys and I delve in to the importance of role modelling respectful b...

  Listeners you know when you 'bump ' into someone who 'thrives' in adversity and intentionally conscious life and work! Cathy Dimarchos is one such gal and in this episode of #thrivngmatterspodcast we give significant reverence to 'listening'. Cathy has 35 years of people business in her treasure chest and she is so very open to sharing her stories of self awareness and growth that this could be...

Our conversation with Ludwina is truly inspiring! I do hope you enjoy her story to date and why and how The Room Xchange came into being.   FACT: Did you know that currently in Australia, there are 13.5 million unused spare rooms in 10 million homes? Tune into this incredible housing initiative and its potential to bring a village together!   Ludwina's genius and No.1 strength are all about ACHIEV...

Self discovery can be a life time pursuit and with all the bumps along the way, it becomes even more precious and more purposeful. Our guest, Kelley Wacher has a contagious smile and disposition that is infectious! With a career history of working in travel and hospitality, Kelley decided to commence her own business a little over 12 years ago and 'hasn't looked back!" With a personal and professi...

Join Luke Buesnel as we discover that he is an 'explorer of life' and the telling of his story has bought him to the entrepreneur space that he is totally embracing! Tune is to our conversation where we find a few common connections, have a laugh at the coincidences and talk a 'hero's journey' that we all can reasonate with. Luke has stepped through his career changes, boosting his resiliency skil...

"Life is too short for anyone to be spending their time, grieving and suffering - Yes it is as simple as that!" Karen Chaston knows that if you feel that there is something missing in your life maybe that something is you! A life changing event in July 2011 with the death of her 27 yrs old son Dan created a totally new space for Karen to understand people more. So how did she renew her focus after...

Sandy McDonald talks about the power of stories to change lives. Sandy loves to knit and share the world of creation for good! Over 43 years of being in business, Sandy's heart-centred approach to life and work is all based on the purpose of better communication, whether you are an author, speaker, coach and trainer. Coming to Australia in 1984 from Africa, Sandy lives her passion that 'stories' m...

Our guest is Raj Nathoo, Business Coach, who is a Certified International Business Coach, Trainer and Certified Advisor. Raj shares his personal story of leaving Sth Aftrica and migrating to Australia in 2003 for the long term benefits of his family. Raj experienced first hand the effects of apartheid and racism first hand which led to him seeking a new beginning. Starting as an entrepreneurial ac...

When you meet Courtenay Hickey you will instantly connect with her - a vibrant young Australian entrepreneur, passionate about mental health and how we can support our youth through education - 'Thriving Matters' that are so close to the wellbeing of our younger generation! As we share her life story to date, listen in to how Courtenay has created a circle of support around herself and her purpose...

Jody and I have a fab conversation about thriving through it all! After 30 years in the corporate world, Jody now works with heavy equipment, in earthmoving and rail. Kicking off the 'high heels for high viz' Jody now drives coal trains in Queensland, Australia. Settle in and enjoy her new passion, the reasons behind her decision to apply for her new career after 8 months of rejections and how thi...

Experiencing racism, sexism and bullying in her corporate experience, Gloria Tabi has a deep sense of community responsibility and service. A research specialist in Social Analysis on Race, Social Inequalities and Anti-Racism, Gloria is newly published author of 'Inclusive Teams & Workplaces' and founder of Voice Everyday Racism as well as Managing Director of Everyday Inclusion. Gloria is a Black...

When you get a guest that is described as 'a true entrepreneur.. a gutsy lady boss renowned for tact and her ability to read a room' then you are super curious to meet her and also to have her as a podcast guest!   Jane Vandermeer has two companies, 'Finesse Business Style' and 'Intuitive Whispers', and with her effortless style, she has spanned a very successful fashion business career of over 25...

'The Wake' you leave could be your 'Wake-up Call'!   Marie McCarthy has a beautiful Irish lilt when she speaks - but don't let that fox you into thinking that she is petite and demur! In the best possible way, Marie has that 'grit and gumption' that is tenacious, empathetic and creative all at once!   Listen in to this Thriving Matters episode with an Irish lass who specialises in personal and cor...