Thriving Matters Podcast

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...

'The first thing that I do when I wake up, besides you know, the things that all humans need to do first thing in the morning, is I hop back into bed, and I pick my Kindle up, and I read and I spend, you know, an hour or two reading just for absolute pleasure. So this morning, when I got up, I did that. And then my brain starts ticking. And I start thinking about the things that I have to do for t...

Listen in with Gill Holden, a thriving gal of 'faith, hope, love and luck!' who shares her life story to date as well as how she has used adversity and vulnerability to supercharge her 'can do' attitude for success.   Gill reflects on growing up in Dublin in a family of 8 children, the impact of her Dad's death when she was 14 years old and arriving in Australia at 18, until now.   'Success wasn’t...

An elite athlete in her own right, Larri Wallbridge 'thrives' by putting meaning into BEING 'fit for business and life".   Listen in with Larri and me as we talk about the impact that our 'frame of mind' makes on whatever life throws at us to 'unleash the beast to unleash to create' - a metaphor that is both powerful and gentle.   Larri shares her some of her thriving secret sauce with us like: *...

Hang onto your seats! Our 'thriving matters' conversation with Chris Heuer is sure to provoke some deep reflection on how to be SOCIAL - how we can add value to the relationship with our self and others for 'the good of the village.'   Having been instrumental in launching The Social Media Club in 2006 and subsequently many startups and think tanks, Chris shares a sense of optimism about our globa...

Alexandra André isn't afraid to try and try again! Those who know Alex well, say that she has unwavering optimism and a deep 'urge' to rise up and share her gifts of self with others.   In her book, The Power of Possibility, we actually feel like we joined her for the experiences! Alex shares a variety of 'thriving' habits and big goals that set her up for success in completing five marathons (42k...

When you look back over your life and realise you've had a few iterations of becoming you - how do you feel? What have you noticed and what now gives you a hug and a smile each day?   Wendy Lloyd Curley says she is now onto Wendy#4 and enjoying every minute of it! Listen in as we talk about her thriving habits including playing the guitar every day and the mentors who have been instrumental in her...

Mia Maze is not content to have only one business! She likes 'changing up' regional community connections to support and benefit women entrepreneurs and business owners in the Bega Valley and regional NSW. A city bred entrepreneur Mia made it her mission to assist her community to recover from the 2020 bushfires and the ongoing challenges of Covid that are impacting us all. Listen in as Mia shares...

In this episode with Kerry Howard, award winning author and trauma specialist, we share an understanding that negative (traumatic) experiences are at the basis of all of our problems as human beings, but there is a framework that we can use to understand our behaviour and resolve any situation.   Covid-19 has raised the awareness of how a lack of personal freedom increases feelings of powerlessnes...

It takes 66 days to stick a habit!   Why?   It's a conscious choice that Ashley Bishop shares with us during this episode of Thriving Matters Podcast. Never before has the noise around our 'thriving' been so clear, so strong and so urgent!   Listen in as Ashley shares his commitment to breaking the 3-6 week health kick cycle with consistent implementation strategies and habits that are the basis o...

How do you work in a business with your significant other? What strategies do you need to have to keep going and thrive, even in the face of adversity when you live and work together?   These questions are not unfamiliar to anyone in a lead role in business or an organisation. When you are work and life partners, things can get a bit tricky so who better than Suzette Bailey and Craig Thomler to sh...

You will be "stoked' with this 'thriving' conversation with my guest Cheree Stokes.   Cheree shares her life's journey to date as a 'too white not black enough' aboriginal woman who decided she had a choice to smile everyday regardless of what happens in day to day life.   Listen in as Cheree gives us a gift of inspiration and courage to ponder - her family background, growing up with abuse, raisi...

Jenn Donovon's manta is 'READY, FIRE, AIM' not the other way around because Jenn believes that the world doesn’t need another person “aiming” to do something – the world needs action takers.   So, grab you drink of choice or your walking shoes and join us as we talk 'thriving' in the entrepreneurial space during not only a global pandemic, but also after experiencing Australian drought, floods, ma...

Mia Northrop has a message for us all, "There's never been a better time to chase your dreams and seize life! Don't dismiss the idea of your dreams. Ask 'why not me?"   Listen in as our conversation about Mia's thriving habits shares some practical strategies like her MENDSS framework for daily structure and 3 Admin Hacks for clearing the life clutter and brilliant time management! Mia is a firm b...

Thriving with "The Force!"   Jules Brooke bounces out of bed each day because she just loves what she does. 'Shining the Spotlight' on women in business is her passion where her background in PR and fascination with people connections has been the backbone of her thriving through the Global Financial Crisis and the recent Covid 19 Pandemic.   Listen on as Jules shares her story and how her problem...

There is only one you! Your Blueprint is worth 'broadcasting into the field!" Paul Shepherd has lived large in his 43 years and in our conversation we share some of the milestones and lessons he has learned that has resulted in his holistic 360-degree approach that nurtures the mind, body, and soul. Listen in as we explore what living a life of purpose and meaning means for Paul and how he has syn...

Jerome Lamarque is all about MOJO and believes its the the choices we make, not chance, that determines our destination.   Jerome helps Dads in Business get the equilibrium right between home life and business success- something he didn't have as a young man himself.   The last 15 years has been the most fantastic roller coaster educational ride for Jerome, his journey from student to business coa...