WWO Podcast - Words With Oz

ENTER INTO THE INTIMACYThis week The Words With Oz Podcast welcomes JuVan Langford, co-founder of ManifestAus and TheMenTour.We asked JuVan to join us on the show because of the meaningful and important conversation that he is having across the globe.JuVan's specific question was:"Masculinity and masculine traits, good or bad, have been and continue to be celebrated and rewarded. It seems that in pursuit of what is deemed to be a ‘man’, many men are suffering, falling short and worse, being labelled ‘toxic’. What can we do to find and portray the positivity of masculinity?"JuVan and I spoke about his reasons for desired change, the deep theories he purports and what made him take the leap to move to Australia and drive this incredible movement.www: manifestaus.comIG: @JuVanLangford, @manifestaus Show Notes.00.00 : 02.02 - Introduction and Advert02.03 : 02.58 - WWO Intro02.59 : 07.10 – Pack Up and Make the Shift.07.11 : 12.29 – my leadership12.30 : 20.50 – it’s a necessary delusion20.51 : 32.59 – We, are not OK.33.00 : 41.44 – Listen. To. Men.41.45 : 47.42 – to ask the next question47.33 : 57.09 – before, beside, infront57.10 : 59.18 – My Biggest Challenge59.19 : 1.04.42 – Inspired by…1.04.43 : 1.08.29 – The Best Choice1.08.30 : 1.10.39 – School Morning Mantra1.10.40 : 1.19.48 – Oz’ Take Aways1.19.49 : 1.21.19 – JuVan’s Ambition1.21.20 : 1.22.10 – Thank You and Wrap Up.

THE RISKS THAT EDUCATEThis week The Words With Oz Podcast welcomes the boldly ambitious Pippa Hallas. Pippa is the CEO of Elle Bache; and most recently has become an inspiring author with the book Bold Moves, a tribute to Australia’s fiercest women.We sought Pippa to come on the show because of the incredible generational growth of Elle Bache and her unique experience in growing her own leadership style in line with such strong family values.Pippa’s specific question was:“Many of us are content with letting the world change us, going with the flow of what may come…especially in situations where the results that have come before always worked so well. What power can be found in making the choice to act and change?”Pippa and I spoke about the benefits and the hinderances of family business, of generational values; how she envisages the future being to bring the humans to the fore of the brand; the importance of the individual… and plenty more.Enjoy the show.www: ellabache.com.auIG: @ellebacheaus, #makeboldmovesLi: PippaHallas Show Notes00.00: 01.50 – Introduction and Adverts01.51 : 02.48 – WWO Intro02.49 : 06.53 – Meet Pippa, the Mum and CEO06.54 : 10.53 – Reflect & Act10.54 : 15.28 – Generational Values15.29 : 19.31 – de-corporatising the business19.32 : 22.43 – pulling the human into the brand22.44 : 27.18 – growing confidence27.19 : 32.05 – the difference of doubt32.06 : 35.20 – Understanding Their Expectation35.21 : 39.17 – facilitate achievement39.16 : 43.09 – Embrace the individual43.10 : 44.51 – stories from the family44.52 : 48.56 – generational shifts48.57 : 51.17 – challenges51.18 : 54.34 – inspirations54.35 : 56.57 – taking over56.58 : 1.01.26 – School Morning Mantra1.01.27 : 1.04.36 – Oz' Take Aways1.04.37 : 1.05.26 – Most Ambitious1.05.27 : 1.06.27 – Thank you and Wrap Up.

LISTEN UP. OPEN UP.The Words With Oz Podcast is joined by Jack Jones for a special episode in collaboration with The Banksia Project for World Mental Health Day.thebanksiaproject.org.auThis conversation, as well as the conversations Jack and I encourage, are incredibly important for us all. To learn to listen without judgement and to learn to feel free to open up to improve our emotional intelligence.The Banksia Project is focused on mental wellness and early intervention in mental health. They do this through evidence based practices and solutions that encourage prevention and recovery. Their programs, developed by mental health professionals, industry leaders and other key professional bodies deliver peer to peer, community led support in a safe and supportive environment.Enjoy the show.IG: @jack_t_jones 00.00 : 01.56 - Introduction and Adverts01.57 : 02.53 - WWO Intro02.54 : 09.31 – our own triggers09.32 : 11.29 – my experience11.30 : 13.09 – into Banksia and dealing with me.13.10 : 19.50 – breaking out19.51 : 23.30 – early warning signs23.31 : 30.52 – my perception on changes30.53 : 38.10 – post school turbulence38.11 : 40.58 – The growth rooms40.59 : 44.57 – know what you know44.58 : 45.25 – Banksia’s biggest challenge45.26 : 50.20 – connection across all types.50.21 : 52.57 – being a decent human52.58 : 57.52 – Oz’ Take Aways57.53 : 1.00.39 - Jack's Ambition1.02.59 : 1.03.53 – Thank You & Wrap Up.

CONTROLLED SELF-FAITHThis week The Words With Oz Podcast welcomes Todd Liubinskas back to the show.Toddy is the Fitness Director at Men'sHealth Australia; helping grow the phenomenal movement - The 440; Director at CSPGYM; and, for the recording of this podcast, had just completed Red Bull Defiance - one of the world's toughest of endurance races.Our listeners loved the nature of this man on our last episode together and as it was approaching the two-year anniversary of that show, we thought it appropriate to have Toddy on again. Toddy spoke about his newfound tempered approach to life, our physical and psychological nature, and the growth to be found in collective giving.You will love this week's epsiode. Enjoy the Show.www: toddliubinskas.comIG: @toddliubinskas, @the_440, @complete_sp, Show Notes00.00 : 03.01 - Introduction and Adverts03.02 : 03.59 - WWO Intro04.00 : 12.04 - Defiance, the tribulations, the game.12.05 : 19.43 - Self-Talk. Mental Fragility.19.44 : 22.54 - Physical & Psychological beings22.55 : 24.22 - guiding deep change24.23 : 32.32 - Tempered Approach32.33 : 39.44 - The Value in Trust39.45 : 44.55 - Organic Understanding44.56 : 54.15 - If we all give, we all grow54.16 : 1.00.41 - more of a meaning1.00.42 : 1.07.34 - pillars of Mens' Health1.07.35 : 1.17.56 - the Future of Todd1.17.57 : 1.20.53 - Oz' Take Aways1.20.54 : 1.21.40 - Thank You and Wrap Up

THERE ARE ALWAYS OPTIONS** This episode involves conversation around suicide and depression **This week we welcome Zoe Marshall to the Words With Oz Podcast. Zoe is a self-confessed over sharer, mother, wife and vibrant media personality.We asked Zoe on the show because she has experienced what it is like at the bottom, and she knows what it takes to claw back to a life she loves. 14 years ago life was incredibly different. After battling through the loss of her closest person - her mother, finding herself without employment and without much hope… Zoe had to rebuild, so she did.We speak about the seriously hard-work Zoe has done on the inside, the comfort to be found in being vulnerable, the richness of having experienced the worst and plenty more.Enjoy the show.IG: @zoebmarshallwww: zoemarshall.com Show Notes00.00 : 02.30 - Introduction and Adverts00.00 : 03.28 - WWO Intro03.29 : 08.08 - Meeting Zoe, bare feet and low sulphite wine.08.09 : 13.12 - Byron Love and Viral Videos13.13 : 18.14 - Moments of Spirituality18.15 : 27.52 - What takes us down, can bring us out.27.53 : 35.14 - Support. How?35.15 : 40.04 - Comfortable conversations in vulnerability40.05 : 52.32 - led by circumstance52.33 : 54.52 - be willing to deal54.53 : 1.02.28 - It's just my story. Here, past and to come.1.02.29 : 1.07.51 - Authenticity is a must.1.07.52 : 1.09.54 - The decision to share.1.09.55 : 1.12.29 - School Morning Mantra1.12.30 : 1.19.49 - Oz' Take Aways1.19.50 : 1.21.09 - Zoe's most ambitious1.21.10 : 1.22.07 - Thank you and Wrap Up.

STORY TELLINGBenchmark Media Entertainment's Giovanni Pacialeo and Paul Sullivan join The Words With Oz Podcast this week. Benchmark Media and Entertainment is an award-winning production agency with the art of telling your brand's story.From The Matrix Trilogy and Superman to Woven Threads and My Family Feast… these guys have been apart of all corners of the film & television industry. They dive into their tribulations with the accepted standards of the industry, and their effort in going out on their own to create a life as well as their award winning work.We asked Paul and Gio on the show to because of their ability to think outside the box. Their specific question:In an industry where the norm is so heavily engrained and rarely faces rebuttal, what drove you to buck the system and what sets the two of you apart from others in that you had the stubbornness to succeed in change where others have so often failed?Paul and Gio talk us through how they’ve created an avenue for the brands that they film about fund the series they create, an interesting and unique avenue to find a deeper pool of funds in an world where funding is not always available. We speak about their early work, where they come from, their genuine interest in humans and their inspirational love from what they do.Show Notes. 00.00 : - Introduction and Adverts02.30 : - WWO Intro03.27 : 07.46 - Introducing Benchmark.07.47 : 10.36 - Connection10.37 : 16.12 - Family vs the Film Industry.16.13 : 21.32 - Resourcefulness.21.33 : 29.01 - A better attitude.29.02 : 31.56 - It's Hard. Who Cares.31.57 : 38.50 - Recognising Complimentary Strengths.38.51 : 47.35 - Choose what You Do.47.36 : 50.10 - Is All In Too Far?50.11 : 54.27 - A New Way54.28 : 1.00.12 - Translate the Story1.00.13 : 1.05.52 - Misses aren't failure, they're lessons.1.05.53 : 1:05.17 - Fostering a collaborative environment1.05.18 : 1:07.20 - School Morning Mantra1.07.21 : 1.09.02 - Oz' Take Aways1.09.03 : 1.09.15 - Benchmark's Ambition.1.09.16 : 1.10.04 - Thank and Wrap Up.

CALMING MY FIRE This week the Words With Oz Podcast is proud to sit down with Kayla Banfield. Multi-Entrepreneur and founder of the incredibly successful online nutrition coaching platform - The Method, Kayla is a constant learner.We asked Kayla on the show because of her propensity to seek the uncomfortable. For as long as we've known her Kayla has consistently pushed her capabilities and boundaries to uncover some incredible talents and meaning for her life. Not only through her own successes but in observing many of the uber-talented people in her environment Kayla has a unique view on what it takes to succeed and how different success is for everyone.Kayla's question was:"You’ve witnessed the standards of High-Performers. What separates their food habits from most? And what are they keys to help bring most up to their level?"We spoke about opportunity, simplicity, understanding oneself and much, much more...Enjoy the show.IG: @kaylabanfield, @themethodnow, @soul365adelaidewww: themethodnow.com.au Show Notes.00.00 : 01.54 - Introduction and Adverts01.55 : 02.51 - WWO Intro02.52 : 05.18 - Introducing Kayla and Soul 36505.19 : 07.52 - Community and Soul07.53 : 11.13 - The Method11.14 : 17.51 - Time in Opportunity17.52 : 23.31 - Yes to Uncomfort.23.32 : 25.47 - Avenue to understanding desire.25.48 : 28.33 - simplicity of champions28.34 : 32.27 - Support for me, for them.32.28 : 34.54 - Signal for Help34.55 : 37.39 - Gathering People37.40 : 41.36 - Beginning the Method41.37 : 43.26 - Coaching43.27 : 49.03 - Love my Garden, Love a Float.49.04 : 56.29 - Inspiring Kayla56.30 : 59.24 - Deciding to know and back me.59.25 : 1.01.56 - Kayla's Challenge.1.01.57 : 1.03.46 - I'm Open. To everyone.1.03.47 : 1.04.11 - School Morning Mantra1.04.12 : 1.07.28 - Oz' Take Aways1.07.29 : 1.08.41 - Ambition.1.08.42 : 1.09.34 - Thank You and Wrap Up.

CAUSE AND EFFECTTom Cronin joins Oz on the Words With Oz Podcast this week. Tom is an inspired author, meditation teacher, founder of The Stillness Project and co-founder of The Portal.Having begun his professional life with a successful career in Banking Tom, like many, found himself experiencing insomnia, anxiety & depression, addictions and panic attacks... it was then he turned to meditation.Tom's question was:"In this world of achievement, where we are driven to grow and develop, have no time, and are naturally drawn to compete… what are the not so obvious benefits that come from learning to stop, be still and be calm?"We spoke about shifting gear, a balancing act for pleasure and pain as well as some of the realistic problems and solutions many busy, fast-paced professional face.Enjoy the show.IG: @tomcronin, @thestillnessprojectwww: entertheportal.com 00.00 : 02.10 - Introduction and Adverts02.11 : 03.04 - WWO Intro03.05 : 05.04 - Introducing Tom Cronin05.05 : 08.04 - The science behind meditation08.05 : 09.44 - Pleasure-Pain Dynamic09.45 : 12.04 - Holistic approach12.05 : 15.34 - Energy to all.15.35 : 18.39 - There is a point to change.18.40 : 20.29 - Strictness20.30 : 23.44 - Steps to shift by23.45 : 27.51 - Bring them along27.52 : 37.43 - ... and if we don't meet our standards.37.44 : 42.04 - Purging for a Higher Purpose32.05 : 44.25  -Developing Personally44.26 : 47.19 - Shifting Fear47.20 : 48.09 - Who inspires Tom?48.10 : 49.39 - Tom's best decision.49.40 : 53.59 - What I used to be.54.00 : 58.06 - School Morning Mantra58.07 : 1.00.39 - Oz' Take Aways1.00.40 : 1.01.05 - Tom's Ambition1.01.06 : 1.02.07 - Thank you and Wrap Up.

ENHANCING HUMAN EXPERIENCELisa Andrews and Christina Gerakiteys are the women bringing Singularity University to Australia. Two incredibly inspiring business women in their own right, they've found a common calling in bringing exponential technologies to exponential minds.We invited Lisa and Christina on the show to explore the rare ideas and realm surrounding forums and summits like SU. A place where the Big Dream isn't the anomaly.Christina and Lisa's quesiton was:In this prolonged period of peace and prosperity, technology continues to advance us at an exponential pace beyond dreams not even imagined. Do the ‘bright lights’ of technological advancement impede our ability to question if the answer is technological; or should there be a more humanistic approach?We spoke on the resource use of technology, the next Global impact ideas, how SingularityU will impact Australia, what inspires these ladies and an endless stream of subjects all about impacting our world for the better.Enjoy the Show. www: https://singularityuaustraliasummit.com/IG: @singularityuaustralia, @singularityu, @lisaandrews__, @utopiaxglobal Show Notes00.00 : 02.15 - Introducing Lisa & Christina02.16 : 03.20 - WWO Intro03.21 : 04.45 - Introducing Singularity University04.46 : 07.45 - Impacting Australia07.46 : 09.45 - Leadership, Chapters and Changes09.46 : 14.24 - Diverse Inspiration14.25 : 15.34 - The amazement heading our way15.35 : 20.50 - Technology is a resource.20.51 : 24.10 - First and Second Order Consequence24.11 : 27.50 - Enhancing our ideas27.51 : 34.30 - Having a Bigger Impact34.31 : 36.54 - Acting on our Ideas36.55 : 49.04 - SU's pillars of inspiration49.04 : 56.43 - Relationships are all there is56.44 : 58.43 - Complimentary Companions58.44 : 1.00.01 - School Morning Mantra1.00.02 : 1.02.23 - Oz' Take Aways1.02.24 : 1.03.07 -Ladies' Ambition1.03.08 : 1.05.26 - Thank You & Wrap Up.

THE ACCIDENTAL SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURIt is The Words With Oz Podcast’s absolute pleasure to introduce you to this week’s inspirational guest – Andy Skidmore, CEO of BurnBright.Org.Knowing his purpose and passion with clear insight and understanding from an early age, Andy was fortunate enough to land his ‘dreamjob’, inevitably turning into his dream vocation, at the age of 19.He is the CEO of Australia’s most innovative charity for 2018 – Burn Bright, and dedicates his life to providing school students with aids and tools in authentic leadership and wellbeing. His story and Burn Bright’s story is both an inspiration and example to follow.Andy’s specific question was:“Is the interpretation of, or definition of ‘leadership’ different for our youth as compared to an adult who my already be labelled a ‘leader’?”Oz and Andy first met studying their Masters in Coaching Pychology and this conversation covers all manner of subjects you’ll love to hear about… experiential learning, the importance of relationships, true leadership in critical self-assessment and all the incredible subjects that can help you improve your and your family’s performance and wellbeing.Enjoy the show.www: burnbright.org.auIG: @burnbrightAU, @andy_skidmore,FB @burbrightAU Show Notes00.00 : 01.51 - Introduction and Adverts01.52 : 02.49 - WWO Intro02.50 : 06.49 - Andy, the child coach06.50 : 09.49 - My Passion on My Doorstep09.50 : 13.06 - Finding my voice in evolution13.07 : 17.36 - To not be alone in it17.37 : 23.09 - the heart of BurnBright23.10 : 28.59 - Critical of oneself29.00 : 32.24 - feedback, from the right people32.25 : 37.58 - burning brighter37.59 : 41.22 - Experiential Learning41.23 : 46.36 - Our Story. Our Relationships46.37 : 51.41 - the future of work51.42 : 1.02.14 - Authentic Leadership1.02.15 : 1.04.54 - Inspired Ideas1.04.55 : 1.06.57 - Unusual Story1.06.58 : 1.07.15 - School Morning Mantra1.07.16 : 1.10.45 - Oz' Take Aways1.10.46 : 1.11.23 - Andy's Ambition1.11.24 : 1.12.37 - Thank You and Wrap Up.

THE WORTH TO PERSEVERE.Aleksandar Svetski joins the Word With Oz Podcast this week. Dedicated to everyone owning and understanding the important of Bitcoin, Aleks is a visionary and a persistent entrepreneur.We asked him on the show because of his unique insights and understanding into the world of digital currency and the passion he has for Bitcoins origins and purpose.Aleks’ specific question was:"Whilst talent is often associated with success, in truth, many of the most talented are regularly not the most successful. How did you apply action and desire to your talent to lead you on this innovative, entrepreneurial journey?"We spoke about forging new paths, learning from mistakes, owning your own luck and the effort it takes to truly succeed in new business.Enjoy the Show.www: amber.app IG: @aleksandar.svetski Show Notes00.00 : 02.06 - Introduction and Adverts02.07 : 03.03 - WWO Intro03.04 : 07.29 - Meeting Aleks07.30 : 17.13 - The Entrepreneur within17.14 : 22.02 - forging new22.03 : 26.20 - knowing me26.21 : 31.09 - the bitcoin crusade31.10 : 59.50 - from shells to bitcoin59.51 : 1.04.32 - School Morning Mantra104.33 : 1.07.56 - Oz' Take Aways1.07.57 : 1.08.22 - Aleks' Ambition1.08.23 : 1.09.22 - Thank You and Wrap Up.

TO GROW IS ALL THERE IS.Heidi Dening joins the Words With Oz Podcast this week. An enthralling and eye-opening conversation, Heidi brings all of her experience and the lessons learned. From diving head first out of her 'life-long' career, starting her own business, to tragedy, survival and always acting with courage; we can all learn and be inspired by Heidi's story.We asked Heidi on the show because of her unique perspective an experiences, her specific question was:"Is experiencing the worse a pre-requisite to knowing what one is truly capable of?"We spoke about the impact she wants to make and things that impact her, the most influential moments of her incredible life as well as her beliefs and thoughts on what makes a true leader.Inspiring and thought provoking, we were privileged to have Heidi on the podcast.Enjoy the Show. Book: Her Middle Name Is Courage - Heidi Deningwww: heididening.comIG: @heididening Show Notes00.00 : 01.37 - Introduction and Adverts01.38 : 02.35 - WWO Intro02.36 : 06.10 – Meet Heidi and her home06.11 : 08.20 – Realign daily08.21 :12.24 – Up to me. The beginning.12.25 : 17.37 – Motivated by passion, realistic by $$17.38 : 25.18 – Must Grow25.19 : 29.08 – barrier to break through29.09 : 35.16 – be in tune35.17 : 41.52 – my transition41.53 : 44.40 – impacting Heidi44.41 : 54.20 – Lead Oneself54.21 : 1.00.14 – her middle name is courage.1.00.15 : 1.00.54 – Unusual Heidi1.00.55 : 1.03.11 – School Morning Mantra1.03.12 : 1.05.24 – Oz’ Take Aways1.05.25 : 1.05.44 – Heidi’s ambition1.05.45 : 1.06.37 – Thank You and Wrap Up.

NO SUCH THING AS BASICSZach Vickers joins the Words With Oz Podcast this week. A two(+) decade pursuit of pugilism has lead Zach to not only be a great trainer, but to also be an incredibly strategic thinker – it is for this reason that we asked Zach on the show. Zach’ training style and boxing prowess has attracted athletes from a broad number of sports and positions to train with him at the iconic North Bondi, and his new venture sees him and his business partner opening Undercard in Sydney’s East.Zach’s specific question was:"In the pursuit of excellence, love and happiness, whether it is business, family, boxing or health, what are some of the key elements that help you perfect your craft?"We spoke about family, mental real estate, prioritising time, the eternal pursuit of betterment and all the great subjects.Enjoy the show.IG: @theonlyzacheyv, @undercard Show Notes.00.00 : 02.16 – Introduction and Adverts02.17 : 03.13 – WWO Intro03.14 : 06.21 – Zach the Pugilist06.22 : 12.07 – A Deep Artistry.12.08 : 19.31 – Why Box?19.32 : 25.28 – Mental Real Estate25.29 : 32.58 – Connection and Humility32.59 : 40.15 – Understand our time40.16 : 47.35 – Opinions and Credit47.36 : 55.27 – On The Undercard55.28 : 57.33 – A Great Way to Refresh The Soul57.34 : 1.01.02 – Zach’s Biggest Challenge1.01.03 : 1.02.06 – The Best Decision1.02.07 : 1.02.54 – SMM1.02.55 : 1.04.47 – My Sisters and I1.04.48 : 1.07.03 – Oz’ Take Aways1.07.04 : 1.07.32 – Zach’s Ambition1.07.33 : 1.08.35 – Thank You and Wrap.

BE BOLD. BE BRIGHT. BE BRIEF. BE GONE.This week The Words With Oz Podcast welcomes the lovable Joanna Jensen.With a desire to find more natural, more gentle, more caring skincare for her own children Joanna decided to take the bold step and create it herself. Childs Farm is now the UK's fastest growing child and baby toiletries brand.Joanna's specific question was:"Is it the passion for an idea, a belief in oneself or something extrinsic that creates a successful entrepreneur?"Determined, positive and wise Joanna leads us through her lessons learned, her thoughts on how Childs Farm has reached such impressive heights and much, much more.Enjoy the Show.www: childsfarm.com, childsfarm.com.auIG: @childsfarm Show Notes.00.00 : 02.38 - Introduction and Adverts.02.39 : 03.35 - WWO Intro03.36 : 07.21 - Joanna, Kids, Travel.07.22 : 11.35 - Show the Industry11.36 : 20.20 - Agricultural Love20.21 : 24.04 - Work reflects the life you want to live.24.05 : 32.15 - Honesty with Chidren32.16 : 39.25 - Plan B?39.26 : 47.04 - Trigger Moment47.05 : 50.13 - Job Fulfillment50.14 : 55.35 - Our 13 Values55.36 : 57.19 - Bold, Bright, Brief, Gone.57.20 : 58.59 - School Morning Mantra59.00 : 1.02.32 - Oz' Take Aways1.02.33 : 1.05.16 - JJ's Ambition1.05.17 : 1.06.10 - Thank you and Wrap Up.

DIRECT YOUR OWN MOVIEThis week The Words With Oz Podcast welcomes to the show Miss Holly Stephens. Innovator, leader and recognised tech-expert, Holly is the founder of heytriangles.xyz & Take1Video, is often named in Top 30 under 30 awards in technology & innovation, and is regularly featured across the media landscape.We asked Holly on the show because of her unique ability to take an idea to implementation, her driven execution and career through start-ups, as well as the passion with which she pursues life.Holly’s specific question was:“Innovation, disruption, forward thinking and ideas that change the world – are more than just outrageous dreams. It is the practical element that delivers success. How do those with bright minded ideas stay in the actions that deliver the dreams?”Oz and Holly spoke on everything from the need for self-belief, her desire to empower people to take the first step, finding her path and many more stories to inspire you.Enjoy the show. www: heytriangles.xyz, take1video.appIG: @thehollystephens Show Notes.00.00 : 02.23 – Introduction and Adverts02.24 : 03.20 – WWO Intro03.21 : 07.23 – Holly Stephens LDN v SYD08.44 : 15.32 – the non-coding techspert15.33 : 19.29 – Genuine Connections & Triangles19.30 : 23.04 – just an idea…23.05 : 28.34 – Empower people to take that first step.28.35 : 38.13 – This is not your cause, this is not your path.38.14 : 40.53 – Our Influences.40.54 : 42.18 – failure, it’s not failure.42.19 : 48.33 – the song that led to ambition48.34 : 52.06 – we have to push through.52.07 : 53.39 – self-belief53.40 : 57.48 – Unusual Holly57.49 : 59.42 – Inspiring Family59.43 : 1.01.18 – School Morning Mantra1.01.19 : 1.03.19 – Oz’ Take Aways1.03.20 : 1.04.41 – Ambition to Reward1.04.42 : 1.06.07 – Thank You and Wrap Up.

OUR MAGICAL HUMAN EXPERIMENTThis week we welcome to the Words With Oz Podcast Miss Penny Locaso. This conversation is close to one of the best we’ve had on this podcast. From business ideas and scaling, to education, through to happiness and anxiety, voted one of the most influential females in Australia, Penny has the ideas, experience and the determination to cover them all.We asked Penny on the show because of the interest and traction she is having in the area of entrepreneurship and intentional change. An advocate for fear(less)ness she practices what she preaches and is on track to teach 10 million people, by 2025, how to intentionally adapt in order to future proof happiness.Penny’s specific question was“Rarely would the uninitiated associate fear with happiness. How do you use its antonym to show the world that intentional change is the future of our well-being, progress and inevitably… happiness?”We speak about true human connection, the untapped resource of innovation, Penny’s trigger moment of change and much more inspirational content. Our Words With Oz Podcast community will come alive from this episode.Enjoy the show.IG: @b.kindredwww: bkindred.com Show Notes00.00 : 02.22 – Introduction and Adverts02.23 : 03.20 – WWO Intro03.21 : 07.55 – Penny’s real connection07.56 : 10.27 – Tech Tools for change10.28 : 13.35 – The Next Generation13.36 : 21.05 – Untapped resource of innovation21.06 : 26.50 – Unlearning, everyday.26.51 : 31.48 – Leaning into Fear.31.49 : 44.09 – Penny’s Trigger40.10 : 44.36 – One Hundred Coffees44.37 : 49.19 – Penny’s Belief of Human Connection49.20 : 52.54 – Unusual Penny52.55 : 54.38 – Best Decision54.39 : 56.36 – School Morning Mantra56.37 : 59.22 – Oz’ Take Aways59.23 : 1.00.19 – Penny’s Ambition1.00.20 : 1.01.11 – Thank You and Wrap Up. 

WANT TO KNOW THE PROBLEM The Words With Oz Podcast welcomes to the show this week Mr Adam Hyman. Fear chaser, problem solver and out of the box thinker, Adam is the co-founder of Sportility, a company dedicated to democratising the funding for grass roots sports. They've designed an easy to use platforms for amateur teams to reach global business sponsorship.Adam joins us on the show because of his determination to follow the simple steps to achieve his success - the right environment, a willingness to adapt and high level passion for an idea. Adam's specific question was:"What’s more important? The idea or the energy for the idea?"We spoke about his own social sports, surrounding yourself with and attracting the right people, as well as the moment that turned the switch for Adam and his team.Enjoy the show.www: https://sportility.co/IG: @adam.hyman, @sportilityShow Notes00.00 : 02.20 - Introduction and Adverts02.20 : 03.18 - WWO Intro03.19 : 05.48 - Adam's Social Sport05.49 : 10.28 - Practical Mindfulness, Bouldering & Abstract Problems10.29 : 15.33 - Post Fear15.34 : 19.08 - Creation Within19.09 : 27.15 - The Ski Trip27.16 : 32.01 - The Passion for the Problem32.02 : 39.21 - In the Environment.39.22 : 47.06 - Single Problem Focus47.07 : 51.41 - The Life We Think We Want51.42 : 55.45 - The Right Thing Attracts55.46 : 58.44 - What you on't know about me...58.45 : 1.01.35 - My Best Decision1.01.36 : 1.03.28 - School Morning Mantra1.03.29 : 1.05.06 - Oz' Take Aways1.05.07 : 1.05.51 - Adam's $B Ambition1.05.52 : 1.06.36 - Thank You and Wrap Up.

VISION, MISSION, VALUES.This week the Words With Oz Podcast welcomes John Winning to the show. John is he founder of Appliances Online and CEO of 113 year old company, The Winning Group. John’s open manner and transparent leadership shone through in both presentation and results.This was the first time I’ve asked a guest on the show because they were the person inspiring a previous guest. And I am ever-so-glad I did. John is an impressive thought leader who understands the parts and pieces of life, business and relationships that matter most.John’s specific question was:“The pressures of tradition and group think are present in much of society and are similarly mirrored in enduring family business. What features stand out as those that allow us to innovate and forge our own path whilst combating the competing expectations of ‘what’s always worked…’?We covered a number of beneficial and inspiring subjects including the importance of customer service, his long-term approach to business and his gratitude for brilliant staff.www: winning.com.au; appliancesonline.com.au Show Notes00.00 : 01.46 – Introduction and Adverts01.47 : 02.43 – WWO Intro02.44 : 06.40 – Introducing John and The Winning Group.06.41 : 09.27 – Why is my Why important09.28 : 12.23 – Our V, V, M.12.24 : 16.04 – Nothing to Hide16.05 : 21.33 – One in, All in.21.34 : 30.03 –  … because it matters30.04 : 38.07 – Business & Personal merger38.08 : 47.41 – Breaking yet with Tradition47.42 : 55.15 – My Brilliant Staff55.16 : 1.00.48 – School Morning Mantra1.00.49 : 1.06.36 – As Challenges go1.06.37 : 1.11.53 – Oz’ Take Aways1.11.54 : 1.13.03 – John’s Most Ambitious1.13.04 : 1.14.00 – Thank You and Wrap Up.

POSITIVE PARANOIAThis episode of the Words With Oz Podcast is dedicated to Wilbur Lucas - @wilburthespaniel.The Words With Oz Podcast welcomes Ben Lucas to the show this week. Owner and co-founder of Flow Athletic, Flow Revive and Flow Training Centre… Ben is a thought-provoking leader and innovator in the world of fitness facility ownership.Ben has been in his game for 20 plus years. He has numerous awards and recognitions including Telstra Start Up of the year. He inspires to stay at the forefront of his market and leads an incredible team. There is plenty to learn from this episode.Ben’s specific question was:“Deciding when and where to invest; Is business development or personal development the most important thing?”We spoke about family, a desire to be the best, how to see the human and plenty more.Enjoy the show.IG: @ben_lucas1, @flowathletic, @flowrevive, @flowtrainingcentre Show Notes00.00 : 03.00 – Introduction and Adverts03.01 : 03.55 – WWO Intro03.56 : 08.53 – Meet Ben08.54 : 12.25 – Work Ethic12.26 : 16.33 – Hyper Competitive16.34 : 22.53 – the origins and values of Flow22.54 : 26.15 – Flow The Team26.16 : 31.52 – Act. Before it Grows.31.53 : 35.43 – 20 years in…35.44 : 42.19 – Unrealistic Expectation.42.20 : 52.19 – Continual Learning52.20 : 54.04 – Ben’s Best Decision.54.05 : 56.04 – School Morning Mantra56.05 : 58.07 – Oz’ Take Aways58.08 : 59.30 – Ben’s Generous Ambition.59.31 : 1.00.31 – Thank You and Wrap Up.

AN INTUITIVE AWARENESS OF PEOPLE.Words With Oz - The Essay Question Podcast welcomes to the show Paul Burkett this week. With 25 years of hustle and grind experience in business and sales, Paul has learned an abundance of lessons.We asked him on the show to share those lessons and his particularly successful view of how sales can drive business, and how a sale attitude can drive life.Paul's specific question was:"Discuss the similarities of character needed to bounce back from setbacks in health and setbacks in business."Paul and I spoke on ethics in sales, the lonely realities of entrepreneurship, checking in on ourselves mentally, putting our health first and much, much more.Enjoy the show.www: pblife.com.auIG: @officialpblife Show Notes00.00 : 02.16 - Introduction and Adverts02.17 : 03.13 - WWO Intro03.14 : 07.18 - Introducing Paul Burkett07.19 : 11.37 - Inherent Skill to Sell11.38 : 15.00 - The beginning of a Sales Journey15.01 : 21.00 - A definition of Ethics21.01 : 25.45 - Sales Trainer25.46 : 30.18 - Check Up from the Neck Up30.19 : 35.25 - become systematic35.26 : 41.04 - If it's tough, accelerate through41.05 : 50.54 - The Lonely'treneur50.55 : 57.28 - Fridge Moments57.29 : 58.53 - Health First58.54 : 1.04.28 - School Morning Mantra1.04.29 : 1.06.02 - Inspiring PB1.06.03 : 1.09.20 - Oz' Take Aways1.09.21 : 1.11.00 - Ambitious PB1.11.01 : 1.11.44 - Thank You and Wrap Up.