Thriving Matters Podcast

'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...

Are you fascinated by people's life stories? I definitely am! In this episode of Thriving Matters podcast our conversation with Trevor Torrance is all about BECOMING - a life journey of thriving the expected and the unexpected. So grab you drink of choice and your earphones as you are going to reasonate deeply with Trevors's pre-covid and post-covid journey. We talk about performance as an elite a...

Self-discovery can be a lifetime 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 professio...

It's the small things in life that put a smile on Gavin McCormack's heart each day.   My guest is one of Australia's highly respected and acknowledged educational leaders and a thoroughly genuine person with a passion for bringing communities together to create, learn and serve each other.   Listen in as Gavin shares the people in his life that have had a significant impact on how he views the wor...

This amazing journey of thriving in life work that Sahan shares in this conversation will resonate with many, especially as it's a search for inner wealth and community contribution.   Sahan left a highly successful corporate career to pursue some deeply personal questions that shifted his mental focus from 'I to we'. "If I was to die tomorrow, would I have any regrets?' and "What can I do that wo...

What a ride over the last 12 months! Caroline O'Connor is a 'Can Do Gal' who made a huge career change just as Covid 19 hit Ireland in March 2020.   In our conversation we talk about her thriving skills in navigating the set up a new business from scratch, leaving her successful job, taking on post school education, being a parent to her two teenage daughters and adapting to four lockdowns!   List...

In this episode with Kaye-Maree Dunn, we explore her thriving environment for Life and business within her Maori heritage of 'making everything achievable'. Kaye-Maree shares her journey of being an entrepreneur after many years in government and corporate. She cares deeply about people and their livelihood, community building and cultural heritage.   Thriving in life and work isn't always easy an...

Our conversation today was richly cultural bringing education, community and student voice together so well. Thriving as an educational leader in New Zealand is deeply respectful of Maori traditions, honouring the heritage and nurturing a presence that younger generations can make sense of and learn from. Simon shared his recent welcoming and commissioning ceremony, the stunning Maori bone necklac...

I was keen to connect with Sarah on the release of her recently published book 'Gender Dimensions in Leadership - Reflections, Perceptions and Perspectives on Inclusivity.' It has been written for executives, coaches, anyone in a leadership role.   Our conversation focused on the premise, backed up by substantial data and research that true leadership has no gender. That equality matters to us all...

What a way to start our first Thriving Conversation for 2021 with one of Australia's award-winning director, writer and script developer who works internationally in theatre, TV and film. With the Arts industry being one of the first to shut down due to Covid 19 John and I talk about 'thriving' in this environment - the difficulties and the joys.   John is an educator and we discuss his rich skill...