Dadchat - The Indestructible Dad

What do you get from 2 dad's when it's a long weekend, rum and coke on offer and some listener topic fuelled discussion for part 2 of a podcast?You get great times, figuring out the blend for your own family, a few guest appearances and the mysterious cheesecake!ENJOY!

Really proud of my good buddy Chris Mackey, this week he released his first book 'The Biggest Secret In Retailing'. During this quick zoom chat, we discuss attitudes in the marketplace pre COVID-19, what some business owners are doing to survive during the pandemic AND a few gold nuggets of info you can expect to find in the book!

Hey Gang,Welcome to another season of Dadchat!Today I'm joined by the founder of Crossfit2795 and Believe Bootcamps - Dan George.We'd arranged a podcast before the Corona Virus caused havoc to everyday Aussie life. As you know, over the last weskit's closed many industries, and for others it's made them completely change their business models just to survive.For Dan and his team it was battle stations once the announcement was made to ensure all members would continue to receive the same great service and dedication they were used to.I really hope you enjoy hearing about what went on behind closed doors, how the journey started, where it's heading AND what's certain in uncertain times.Enjoy!

This week I'm joined by my better half Caitriona....Yes, she's infiltrated Dadchat! But it's cool as we're also auditioning for 'The Block 2020' so a few snippets of this will be useful.A few key points we discuss this week, love languages, it's not all about YOU, and communicating while under extreme stress!

My guest this week is the amazing Sean Weir, founder of SWF Fitness and The Shaka Project.Sean's created and continues to expand The Shaka Project which promotes conversation, understanding and positive actions amongst men regarding mental health. He'll be presenting in Orange on the 26th September, and should be stopping into a few gyms in the Bathurst region on the 27th September.Check out The Shaka Project - https://theshakaproject.comInstagram - the_shaka_project

This week I was lucky enough to catch up with a truly amazing woman - Nadine Langlois from Nadine Langlois Coaching in Ottawa, Canada. Nadine Langlois is a relationship expert who helps entrepreneurs at 'the cliffs edge'. She guides them in self-discovery through exploring deep inner and sometimes even disruptive truths. This journey is better travelled with a companion who has already battled through a similar battlefield. She can be that soldier to help you walk into it safely. The experience can shatter a mythical, safe, yet unfulfilling reality that you may have created. Facing the truth can hold you back from ever going back to how things were before. This possibility is, though terrifying, where truly beneficial growth takes place.During the episode we discuss Authenticity, Love languages and Parenthood..For more info about Nadine and her programs go to - http://www.nadinelanglois.comor connect with her on - LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadinelanglois/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NadineLangloisRelationships/ 

This week, I was privileged enough to go back to where my love for solution based business started. I met with my old boss/mentor Lawrence Breen of Inland Digital and we discussed a range of topics from honest communication, trust, all the way to parenting & mini me's!Here's a quick bit about 'LB' and Inland Digital - He's a proud Husband to Nikki & Dad to three amazing children! (well, two adults now, he must be getting old).LB been part of the print and document management industry for over 19 years, 13 of which as the owner/managing director of Inland Digital (formerly Inland Technology Calare). At Inland Digital they believe when the right technology is applied to business problems, especially around handling documents and key business information, they can help a business unlock real efficiency. Their team is committed to delivering the best service possible and can help you solve any office technology problem, whether it’s a business process challenge or simply working out how to manage the cost of printing. They're also the authorised technology partner in the Central West for a range of major technology brands including Canon and HP.He's lived in the Central West all his life and their business is heavily focused on local communities. They pride themselves on hiring and training local employees who deliver all our services from our headquarters in Orange. LB love's finding that mix/blend of family/business time and believe that honest communication is key to success in both.

This weeks podcast guest Brett Odgers has played a huge influence in my career over the last 5 years. In fact thanks to his guidance and knowledge, he made my first book "The Indestructible Dad - Silence Is Not An Option" a reality through his 4 hour book program.Who is Brett? He's a Husband, father, businessman, keynote speaker, soccer tragic, wanna-be surfer, musician….. And AuthorBrett’s career arc has been creative, entrepreneurial and fun. After great success as a Photographer and Film Director in his early career, he has gone on to develop a global business consulting practice helping businesses build winning teams and develop inspirational leaders.He is also the founder of the Million-Dollar-Author program, and the 4-hour book program which are helping people all over the world create, publish & promote their businesses via books.He has just celebrated 30 years of marriage. Yep can’t believe he’s old enough for that right?He has 3 children.  Lochie - 20yrs,  Jamie and 18yrs  & Gracie 15yrs oldHe lives and works in Sydney and serves clients in 6 countries.He plays guitar in a couple of bands…Surfs and Kite-surfs when he can.Is a FIFA qualified soccer coach, and still plays competitive soccer (His team of over 45’s are currently top of the ladder)Last year during a once in a lifetime family holiday, he and his middle son made a pilgrimage to Liverpool FC and thoroughly enjoyed watching his team become European champions.

Our guest on Episode 2 is the Inspirational Chris MacCabe.Chris is the Manager of Momentum 360 and has been in the Fitness industry for over 8 years. He owns his own Personal Training Business - Navigate Personal Training.He is a proud Father of 3 - Jordan 17yrs, Aaliyah 16yrs and Logan 13yrs.He is also part of the presenting team for the Functional Training Institute, delivering continual education courses for personal trainers and allied health professionals across Australia.A big believer in his own education, his passion is sharing his knowledge and experience with the members of his Business, Momentum 360 and other fitness professionals.In today's episode, we discuss lifestyle, mental fitness, challenges facing today's teenagers including cyber bullying, and how to be the DAD in a wide range of scenarios!

In our first podcast, I interview top real estate agent and director of Raine and Horne Bathurst, Grant Maskill-Dowton.Here, Grant shares his journey to date, the importance of finding the right blend with his wife and family, communicating effectively, building a business (and their family) and a few habitual tips for removing 'head talk'.One of the bigger messages during our interview I found to be 'Removing The Noise', not just of expectation or falling back into childhood programming, but building a firm foundation for his relationship with his wife Karina, that's free from outside influences.Be sure to follow Grant on his social channels - Instagram - @gmd082Facebook - Grant Maskill-DowtonFacebook - Raine & Horne Bathurst