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Laura Racky and Christian Cunningham talking business, growth, parenting, leadership, fashion, politics, and some occasional economics.
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This segment from Ep 18 was very popular. What happens when you set high personal standards in a world that increasingly rewards mediocrity.The discussion moves from “high performers at work” into something deeper. What message do you send yourself when you lower your standards to match those around you, at work, in relationships, or in everyday life?Using real examples, we tackle how constant exposure to low effort, poor incentives, and equal treatment regardless of output can slowly erode character. Not through one big decision, but through quiet, unconscious compromises over time.Also: Why high performers often feel punished, ignored, or drainedWhy most organisations are not actually designed for elite performersThe danger of letting the bottom 10% dictate cultureHow leaders lose their best people by tolerating low standardsThe personal cost of “doing less” just to survive an environmentWhy values are something you hold for yourself, not impose on othersThe central question is simple but uncomfortable:Would you rather take hits while living in alignment with your values, or lower yourself to avoid friction—and slowly lose respect for who you are?We'll be back in 2026, for now we're releasing the best of. :) Find us here:Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
This segment from episode 10 was a popular one. Laura reviewed the book Nice Girls Don't Get The Corner Office by Dr. Lois Frankel about unconscious mistakes women make that sabotage their careers. The lived experience is that women can have it all, just not at all at once, and Laura reflected in this episode on how her perception of parenting and growing career had been jolted by reality. We'll be back in 2026, for now we're releasing the best of. :) Find us here:Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
In this episode, Christian and Laura deal with one of the most controversial Australian policy debates: the under-16 social media ban. We agree that social platforms can be addictive and damaging for teenagers but argue the proposed ban is a blunt instrument that creates bigger downstream risks: privacy trade-offs, government overreach into parenting decisions, and the predictable “workaround economy” that pushes behaviour underground rather than improving outcomes.We also delve into FOLLOWING YOUR INSTINCTS and not not letting yourself be talked into / out of something because of fear or stress (Including by ourselves).We then lay out 4 THINGS YOU CAN NOT MEASURE in 2026, mindset framework built around non-measurable focus areas: separating busyness from progress, making fewer promises, filtering opinions through evidence and incentives, and a grounded approach to manifesting that’s really about clarity + daily action. We also covered Elvira, privacy, bad policy, incentives, and all the usual fun stuff.Key topics:The harm is real; the policy design is the problem.Blanket bans often shift behaviour underground Privacy costs matter: age verification can create new risks."Ick” feelings should be listened to. Big life choices need time to separate instinct from fear.The busyness cycle is a trap. Touch some grass.Evidence beats vibes, especially when opinions provoke emotion.Manifesting works best as intention + action Find us here:Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
This segment from Episode 5 on Laura Racky's Dopamine Playbook was EXTREMELY popular.Laura took the risk of being very open about her challenges with dopamine, executive dysfunction, and how she has built the structure to mitigate these challenges - albeit it is a battle that is never truly won.Christian and Laura get into this very challenging subject matter, and for many, this could be the magical unlock for 2026 happiness.It's not easy... but it's worth it.Find us here:Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
3 Interview Questions that will change your team or business. The interview process - when you think about it - is a joke. 30 mins to 2 hours to understand someone enough to have them add to your culture? And for them to know enough about you to commit to yours? Here are three interview questions that can take some of the luck out of the process, and really get to the heart of what people are about, and whether you are for each other. Not just to work together, but to THRIVE. This was from episode 7 and generated a lot of buzz. Find us here: Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
4 Signs you should quit your job was a VERY popular segment from Episode 9 where Christian and Laura went through the key signs it's time to leave your job. On Tiktok this clip had a couple of million views, perhaps at the time a lot of people were unhappy in their jobs. :) Less than 8 minutes, if you see these signs, it's time to find somewhere else. Find us here: Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
This episode of Let's Just Start had a tough segment with Laura and Christian delving into reactions after Bondi. This topic is not for everyone, so please act accordingly. Our love to all effected by this horrendous situation. We discussed having pride in Australia again, after letting ourselves be worn down by naysayers. We also covered the jolt this event has caused, where empty rhetoric and pointless bureaucracy in leadership will soon not be tolerated, and action will fill the space. Truth-telling in relationships, when withholding protects you, when it becomes avoidance, and how it can effect intimacy in these spousal and other relationships. We also covered an IN DEPTH segment on the psychology of women's shopping, where Laura *re-educated* Christian in some home truths. Finally, a practical discussion about running a business through the Christmas to January slowdown, recognising seasonal patterns, managing anxiety when things go quiet, and learning when to stop fighting reality.Tricky subject matter, thanks for sticking with us. Find us here: Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
End of year conversations don't have to be boring, and this one CERTAINLY isn't.In this episode of Let’s Just Start, Laura and Christian talk about what matters heading ending 2025, not resolutions, but compound behaviours.We talk negotiation beyond tactics (what to concede, when leverage matters), reading without pressure, and a bit on dopamine, momentum, and motivation.Christian leads a segment on 5 WAYS TO DOMINATE YOUR CAREER OR BUSINESS IN 2026 and we also cover bias to action, telling the truth, the professional avatar we project, and a bunch of other stuff. Packed. Summary: Negotiation doesn't have to be what you think it does.Reading without guilt, performance, or fake intellectualism.Dopamine, anxiety, momentum, and why you need to think about this.Five ways to DOMINATE in 2026.Setting the industry benchmark instead of chasing approval, you don't actually know what's possible.Why telling the hard truth (to yourself first) changes everything.Managing your professional avatar and why perception still matters.And more. :) Thank you for listening and watching, we love you all. Find us here: Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
In this episode of Let’s Just Start, Laura and Christian cover a series of uncomfortable topics most people avoid saying out loud. We explore whether kids are born as they are, or shaped by parenting. How much influence do we really have on our kids?Why everyone is secretly making life up as they go, and knowing this is a kind of freedom. (or at least relief)The confronting idea that people are exactly where they choose to be — even when they hate it. Why the word “should” is one of the most dangerous words in modern thinking. And how motherhood fundamentally reshapes identity, ambition, and priorities. A VERY tricky subject. We finish with a deep philosophical turn into uncertainty, science, truth, and why human beings dramatically overestimate how much they actually know about the world.This is a very honest episode about control, responsibility, identity, and the humility required to live well.Thank you for listening and watching, we love you all. Find us here: Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
Segment from Episode 6: how to negotiate your salary in this LJS Moment That Matters.Getting a really good deal on salary is tricky business, and while some might say 'just leave' to make a big jump, we argue that you can plan ahead at your current employer and make yourself a great deal.Laura and Christian both agree that the negotiation begins WAY before the conversation, and here are some ideas to go about it. Find us here: Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
In today’s episode, we go from bikinis and burnout to organisation, timing, and trust.We break down the “invisible string” that connected our lives for years before we ever met — same streets, same orbits, same people — and some of the freakish signs the Universe sent us that we simply couldn't deny. Laura walks through the exact systems she uses to stay on top of hundreds of inputs a day:• Outlook calendar as the single source of truth• Inbox Zero • Microsoft To Do and her “My Day” list• Rolling WIP tracking• Why every system has a shelf life• How to replace a system when it stops workingChristian breaks down the widening gap between private and public wages in Australia — and why this is a sign of economic strain, not strength.Also how to structure 30 MINUTE MEETINGS PEOPLE WILL RAVE ABOUT and actually want to attend.We also cover• How to prep properly for job interviews in a tighter market• Why charisma isn’t enough (especially for women)This one’s emotional, practical, grounded, and surprisingly romantic.Find us here: Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
In this LJS Moment That Matters, we pull a high-impact conversation from Episode 4: the truth about staff equity. Christian argues for equity as a retention tool and an insurance policy for the founder, Laura breaks down the legal risks, shareholder oppression, and why even tiny shareholders can cause big problems. A sharp, honest look at the decision every growing business eventually faces.Find us here: Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
Episode 27 of Let's Just Start Podcast! This episode is about building POWERFUL AUTHORITY through language choices, setting boundaries, and magical meeting structure. We cover:• 5 phrases that instantly lift your authority • Tactics to survive a bully manager when you can’t just quit• Public speaking without the panic spiral• The 30-minute meeting framework that will have people RAVING about attending• And a quick one on 50-year mortgages and why “easy” solutions are rarely free.Thanks all for listening. If you want to work with us or collab you can contact at: letsjustmgmt@gmail.comFind us here: Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
In today’s episode, we cover a surprisingly deep mix of leadership, life, and performance themes — starting with Ted Lasso, of all things.We get into:Ted Lasso's infectious positivityHow small moments of kindness and authenticity can shift entire relationshipsThe “top relationships audit”: a brutally honest way to check where your energy is going vs where you want it to goBeing present, not parallel—why many of us live “next to” our most important people instead of with themHow to stop unconsciously burning your time, attention, and emotional bandwidth on the wrong peopleWhat someone constantly complains about really tells you about themReading people through behaviour, not telepathyWhy many ‘confident looking’ people are actually the most insecure in the roomThe 5 micro-habits that will instantly make you more professional than 95% of peopleThe 'Inner Game of Tennis' book — and why your body knows more than your brain when it comes to performanceHow to get into the flow state, stop overthinking, and let your body executeThis one ranges from psychology to relationships, from leadership habits to sport, from projection to presence…and somehow still ends at pickleball.Thanks all for listening. If you want to work with us or collab you can contact at: letsjustmgmt@gmail.comFind us here: Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
25 Eps! Christian and Laura throw out the schedule (again) and jump into a wide-ranging, candid conversation that moves from ankle injuries and Birkenstocks to deep philosophy, business strategy, health hacks, and the art of difficult conversations.We dive into Ram Dass’s teachings on accepting life’s contradictions, the idea that “that’s the predicament” is a perfectly valid conclusion. We explore how spirituality fits into real life, not just mountain retreats.The conversation shifts to “hoarding contacts”, debating whether keeping networks private is smart protection or small-minded insecurity. Choosing clients reflects on years of trial and error, learning to say no to clients who don’t align. We also cover toxic employers, offering practical advice if you're stuck in a bad environment. Health Corner covers lots — vitamin D, black seed oil, beef liver, kefir, and methylfolate (tied to the MTHFR gene).Christian then gives a shot glass on inflation, explaining rising CPI, energy costs, and the risk of stagflation. Finally, we close with avoiding hard conversations. Christian shares that people over-prepare emotionally but under-prepare structurally, and some ways to improve. Thanks all for listening. If you want to work with us or collab you can contact at: letsjustmgmt@gmail.comFind us here: Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
Christian and Laura kick off with fashion (barrel-leg pants, LTK creator life) and the “Back Australia” push vs fast-fashion retailers Temu & Shein. Do they have a point?They dive into how introverts manage big social weeks, rapid ways to cut rising anxiety, the non-sexy basics for starting a business (structure, insurance, shareholder agreements), and how to handle competitive colleagues—without going the dark path.Key topics:Slow fashion > fast dopamine: Buy less, buy better, and why the balance is important.Back Australia watch: Local retailers vs ultra-cheap offshore e-commerce is a major battleground for Australian business and culture. Anxiety playbook (non-medical): What we do when we feel anxiety creeping up, including removing the word “should.”Start-up essentials: Laura's advice on what you need if you're thinking about a new business or side hustle. Spoiler alert: Company structure, Insurance and a Shareholder Agreement top the list. “A shareholder agreement is a prenup for business.”How to handle competing with colleagues: Laura's view on this may surprise you, but Christian's view will DEFINITELY surprise. Thanks all for listening. If you want to work with us or collab you can contact at: letsjustmgmt@gmail.comFind us here: Instagram: @letsjuststartpodcastTiktok: @letsjuststartpodcastYoutube: @LetsJustStartPodcastLaura Insta: @laura.rackyLaura Tiktok: @laurarackyChristian Insta: @leaderbiltacademyChristian Tiktok: @leaderbiltLeadership training and coaching: Leaderbilt.co
Christian Cunningham and Laura Racky got QUITE ranty in this particular episode. Firstly - teenagers get a bad rap, but they're unreal. Energetic, smart, yeah they can argue a lot but who would want them to be ANY different? We also go into LinkedIn self congratulators and the posting of AI slop. Got a bit spicy there. We got deep on dealing with rejection, and how it can have a devastating and disproportionate effect on people's lives. Well worth a listen. Also, Christian did a segment on the Australian jobs market and economic red flags. They're starting to pile up... Laura (a bit ranty) got into her dislike of performative people who virtue signal LOUDLY but do nothing. To be very clear, Christian is in full agreement. Christian was very prickly about how references are being dealt with, after some illuminating responses to a previous episode. And finally, Laura led a masterclass on opportunities for young people to make HUGE career jumps by actively looking for opportunities to learn. Note - we had a few technical camera issues, but thanks to our elite technical team, you won't even notice. Thanks all for listening. If you want to work with us or collab you can contact at: letsjustmgmt@gmail.com
Christian Cunningham and Laura Racky got into some great detail about Laura making a QUANTUM LEAP, and the difficulty she goes through when that happens. We got deep into how FEAR, DOUBT, and ANXIETY block us from living our best possible lives, and some ways to get to the other side of it. Christian outlined his 5 obvious differences between elite performing teams and poor performing teams. This is inspired by real world experience and about 50 books, but 5 dysfunctions is a good place to start.Also discussed 'catching' ourselves arguing, and how it is clearly a sign that we're dysregulated in some way. Also Oompa Loompas somehow snuck in. Fun episode. Thanks all for listening. If you want to work with us or collab you can contact at: letsjustmgmt@gmail.com
Christian Cunningham and Laura Racky starting off with a discussion about distraction in ways many could understand. We get reasonably deep on Shame, Regret, Embarrassment, and forgiving previous versions of yourself for mistakes they made or what they should have known. The Manifesting Journey continues, and we discuss putting your energy in the places you WANT to grow. Feeding the good or bad wolf will make them grow.. Christian did a short 'shot glass' segment on the Federal Budget. We also covered the progress of AI and how we need to be preparing for some elements of our jobs to disappear. Laura did a brilliant segment on her 'SLOW BLINK' advice and just how impactful that has been. Responses to people who are behaving inappropriately are difficult, and this helps! We also covered customer and client obsession, one of Christian's favourite topics. Probably some other things too. PACKED! Thanks all for listening. If you want to work with us or collab you can contact at: letsjustmgmt@gmail.com
Christian Cunningham and Laura Racky starting with a discussion about the magnificent show The Leftovers. From here it gets a little winding... We covered flowing with the river and the book 'The Game Of Life And How To Play It' by Florence Shinn. We got into a difficult question asked of us by a first time mother with a professional career - and it led to the discussion about what is driving my next 20 years of professional and parenting decisions? We covered flowing with the river, what we think about when setting an example for the kids, blocking out 'keeping up with the Joneses' or bothering with the opinions of NPCs. Finally, a small segment on putting accountability where it belongs and defending your turf. Very good discussion.Thanks all for listening. If you want to work with us or collab you can contact at: letsjustmgmt@gmail.com
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