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A New Dawn for Nicholls with Sam Birrell Join our today’s episode with Sam Birrell, Australia’s National Party candidate for the seat of Nicholls. Sam was raised in an Australian countryside town between towns Murchison and Toolamba, on the banks of the Goulburn River, with his three sisters. His mother worked as a teacher at Shepparton High School, while his father was a lawyer. In his words, Sam says, “I love this region, and am very proud to live, work and raise a family here. Many people would say that I never miss an opportunity to talk the place up. I want to be the MP for Nicholls because I want to see everyone here do well, with great educational and economic opportunities and pathways into the career of their choice. I want to ensure people are looked after by the government, especially those who are marginalised, while at the same time making certain that Australia continues to be one of the best-governed countries in the world. After all I have seen and learned, I am convinced that a locally engaged National Party member in a coalition government is the best way to achieve this.” Tune in! During this episode, you will learn about; [00:01] Pre-show talk [03:01] Our today’s guest, Sam Birell, and his upbringing [10:37] Sam’s school life and the activities he enjoyed participating [14:04] The paths he took after school, choosing his career, travels and job [18:22] Australia’s local farming in the last decade and how the federal government assists [28:34] His political ambitions and values he upholds [32:26] Why politics is not for the faint-hearted [34:11] Why young people should not shy away from politics [35:35] How he thinks to be different from the other competing aspirants [37:46] The cost of running a political campaign [38:51] How and when do Australians vote? [46:00] What Sam will hopefully implement after winning the elections [46:56] Something you'll be surprised to know about Sam [50:35] Who inspires Sam the most [52:11] How you can connect with Sam and episode wrap up Notable Quotes Being in diverse environments sharpens your social skills and improves empathy with other people. When you work hard and are not happy, you are dying. Good things happen when people come together. They can feel happier, more connected, more resilient and improve the places where they live. Connect with Sam Birrell Website: https://www.sambirrell.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sambirrellfornicholls/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-birrell-72327019/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/SamBirrellforNicholls/ Read more about Sam as The Nationals Candidate for the Australian Federal Elections: https://nationals.org.au/our-team-old/sam-birrell/.

All about Massage Therapy with Hannah Luksch Massages have been around for centuries, and it has been used as an alternative therapy or complementary medicine. It is based on the idea that the body has natural healing abilities which can be activated through touch. Not only do they help with muscle tension, aches, and pains, but they also promote relaxation and sleep. A good massage will go a long way in calming your muscles, nerves, and mind. Everyone needs a massage at one point in life and knowing what to expect is the first step. So, what should you expect when you go to get a massage? And how do you maximize your experience? Join the conversation with Hannah Luksch as she shares all about massage therapy and her experience in the space. Hannah is a qualified massage therapist, and she is passionate about massages and has a true love for making people feel better. Her experience includes working with a wide variety of clients, from professionals to athletes and older adults. During this episode, you will learn about; [00:01] Pre-show talk [02:22] About our guest today's Hannah Luksch [05:00] What inspired Hannah to get into the massages therapy [08:48] Muscles that trigger headaches and how to massage them [10:37] How does a massage works in relieving muscle tension [11:30] The services Hannah’s offers and their benefits [13:23] Hannah's clientele and how's she transitioned into working for herself [15:00] Hannah’s professionalism at work and the sessions she does on a regular day [16:11] Hannah’s fatigue levels from doing the massages [17:19] How many jobs have Hannah had? Find out [21:36] Why Hannah has so much love for dogs [24:05] Hannah’s top five Disney Shows [25:18] Common misconceptions about massage therapy [27:04] Hannah’s dream locations to travel and what she likes doing [33:39] Something you'll be surprised to know about Hannah [39:14] People who inspire Hannah to keep going in her career [42:02] The most popular massage therapists [43:06] Episode wrap up Notable Quotes ● Everyone needs a massage; the benefits can never be compared to the cost. ● Headaches are often related to tight muscles. ● A good massage will go a long way in calming your muscles, nerves, and mind.

MMA Amateur Fighters Tournament Coming Up This Weekend with Logan Miller Amateur MMA fighters compete in boxing, kicking, punching, grappling, and wrestling. It is a sport where each fighter has a chance to get the win by knockout or submission. Amateur MMA fights create a lot of potential opportunities for growth, and fighters can make a career out of their sport if they continue to train hard and fight competitively. However, they have to face the reality of being punched, kicked, and choked out by their opponent and learn how to cope with these situations and find ways to win without taking too many risks. There are many benefits from amateur MMA fighting, especially when it comes to self-defence training. It’s also a great entertainment sport that provides fighters with ways to get their hands on fighting experience and learn skills. People love the adrenaline rush they get from watching it. Join the conversation with Logan Miller, an amateur MMA fighter. Logan shares about amateur fights, and how he got into martial arts. He also shares his experience after losing in his previous fight and how he has been preparing to win in the upcoming amateur MMA fight tournament this weekend. Tune in! During this episode, you will learn about; [01:11] A bit about Logan Miller’s background [04:21] When amateur fighting become a profession for Logan [06:12] Doing something that you want to do in life [10:28] Logan plan A and what he’s planning for his next step [13:41] Why Logan left his apprenticeship to follow his passion [17:03] How Logan got into Martial Arts [19:39] Why fight sport is so much harder than a gym practice [21:08] Why it’s hard to knock people out when you’re lighter than 70 kilos [22:52] Punching rhythm - you’ve to subconsciously pick what is coming next [26:24] Practicing how to set, break and change to different rhythms in a fight [27:26] Why Logan moved from Muay Thai to MMA fights [31:16] Why losing in his previous fight was a relief and a learning point for Logan [34:02] About the upcoming fight sport, and why Logan had to get in shape [36:19] Coaches that Logan emulates and how he trains to get technically better [38:36] Where to start if you want to get into MMA amateur fights [40:16] Fire names session for creative answers [45:31] Where you can watch Logan fights this coming weekend [46:24] Find out who inspires Logan in his space Notable Quotes The longer you train, the better athlete you become Do something you want to do, don’t spend your time doing something you don’t want to do Money cannot make you happy if you’re not happy with what you’re doing Amateur fight is like a dance, you learn your dance, and if your opponent is dancing with you, you cannot assume you know what is coming next The more you lose, the more you know what not to do and where to improve

How To Building A Successful Business In The Digital Age with Anthony Murphy  With the advent of technology, businesses have been able to branch out and take on a new life. Technology is not going away. It will continuously change the way businesses function, impact how we live and how we work. The best way to ensure success is optimizing your technology -be it in marketing, online presence, or social media- always take into account your needs and limitations as a business. One way of this is by knowing how you can manipulate technology in order to make your business more productive and provide products that reflect the needs of your consumers.  Join the conversation with Anthony Murphy as he shares how you can achieve your business success in the digital age. Anthony is an entrepreneur, digital marketer, podcast host, and the founder and CEO of AttentionMedia, a digital marketing agency based in Shepparton. Their mission is to help business with their digital marketing in order to achieve results that tie into their business objectives and increase their overall revenue using technology.  During this episode, you will learn about;  [02:24] What to go for, Spotify or Apple podcast platform  [03:20] Anthony background information  [06:54] Anthony career aspiration growing up and working in a family business  [07:51] How Anthony dropped from university to take a management position  [09:05] Why Anthony resigned from his father’s business and his transition to a part-time career  [12:25] Anthony’s perspective on social media and his passion for marketing  [13:45] What to expect in our interaction and the advancements in technology  [16:25] Tips on cultivating a healthy balance between your career and technology life  [17:49] The strategies they employ in helping businesses with digital marketing  [20:00] Describing your ideal client avatar and focus on their success  [22:11] The importance of building your online presence in today’s digital age  [23:37] Google ads and how to gauge how well you’re selling via conversion  [25:43] You can be a business owner even if you don’t like social media  [27:23] The ideal time to ask the question ‘who’ and delegate  [28:57] Anthony’s vision and goal in the business space  [31:35] The truth about some of the evolving technologies such as Crypto and Bitcoin  [38:35] Non-fungible tokens (NFT) blockchain technology and how it works  [43:45] The future of NFT and the technology in 10 years  [46:58] Sharing the knowledge that you believe will be valuable to people  [48:43] People who inspire Anthony in his life  [50:41] How to reach out and connect with  Anthony Notable Quotes ● Most passions are self-taught.  ● Always provide content before consuming anything on social media  ● You need to be seen to sell  ● Invest your resources with a strategy behind it  Connect With Anthony Murphy Website: https://www.attentionmedia.com.au/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/attentionmedia/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/attentionmediaagency/  Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/attentionmediaagency/

Achieving Your Fitness, Career and Lifestyle Goals with Emma Burr Nyberg You don't need to be a professional, a fitness expert, or even a guru to set your goals and achieve them. All you need is a little bit of determination and a lot of grit. There is always someone out there who has succeeded in what they have attempted. Sometimes, you just have to go for it and see where it takes you. Becoming a "go getters" can make you an "achievers." This is not easy, but many have made it in whatever you’re trying to achieve. The universe is a vast place. Master your dream and take that opportunity to unlock your goal by showing up and doing your best. Join the conversation with Emma Burr Nyberg as she shares her life experiences as a fitness enthusiast and an avid traveller who grew up in different countries and cultures. Emma is the operation coordinator and Human Resource coordinator at the University of Melbourne. During this episode, you will learn about; [02:05] Emma’s career background [04:34] Emma’s working at home experience and the lessons she learned [08:56] What fitness meant to Emma when growing up [11:40] The joy that comes from sports and weight training [13:43] Why Emma’s thinks her efforts in the gym are worth it [14:56] How to master your macros when you want to lose weight [18:13] Emma’s accent and her exposure to different languages [23:48] How life is like in Sweden and Northern light phenomenon [28:06] The snow experience in Sweden and how it defers from others [32:26] Emma’s childhood and growing up in different countries and culture [40:39] About Emma’s parents and their travelling influence in her life [45:09] Emma’s college experience in different countries, including South Africa [50:10] How Emma’s parent’s influence opened opportunities in her career [54:04] The difference between being a Swedish and an American [58:14] What inspires Emma’s to towards her passion Notable Quotes ● It’s important to always see the more positive side of life. ● If you hate something, the worst thing you can do is move on with it ● Home will always be the same, but the opportunity you get will not Connect With Emma Burr Nyberg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-burr-nyberg/

In this episode, we speak with clinical psychologist Rachael Willis, Managing Director of Pure Empowerment Psychology. Listen in as Rachael shares her many roles as a “life-juggler” and how to discover your “energy-giving” career. She dives into her journey into the world of psychology and how the mental health landscape has shifted since the outbreak of COVID-19. Rachael then speaks on the power of equine therapy, how triggers work and how to find their root cause, what to expect when you undergo cognitive behavioral therapy, and what to look for in a psychologist. Key Highlights ● [03:24] An introduction to Rachael Willis ● [06:50] How the fiercely independent Rachael learned to delegate tasks ● [09:14] Why Rachael only chooses “energy-giving” work and how to find your own ● [14:35] How the pandemic has helped many people focus on what brings them joy and fulfillment ● [27:10] Rachael’s career path in psychology ● [30:23] Mental health realities ● [36:27] The three types of people who enter the gym ● [44:08] Who equine therapy works for ● [48:47] What to expect when you undergo cognitive behavioral therapy ● [53:53] Getting to the root of triggers that seemingly come out of nowhere ● [59:01] How psychologists can take care of their own mental health ● [1:02:55] Rachael’s advice to those who want to get into psychology ● [1:07:27] Why psychologists tend to be female ● [1:09:04] How to reach out to a psychologist ● [1:12:45] How to connect with Pure Empowerment Psychology ● [1:14:28] Rachael’s upcoming book, The Therapist Effect ● [1:16:28] Who locally inspires Rachael Powerful Quotes by Rachael Willis ● The type of work I do needs to be energy-giving and vitality-giving. If it’s not, I need to say goodbye to that. Energy-giving is meaningful work. [...] If I feel like it will give me a sense of contentment and fulfillment, [...] then I would take it on. ● Children—adolescents—are featuring more mental health-related issues because of this whole pandemic than we’ve ever seen before. ● Lifestyle has an incredible impact on people’s mental health and wellbeing. If people were able to look at their habits of sleep and exercise routines, that says a lot. ● Therapy is not easy work. It requires sitting with unpleasant feelings and talking about things that may be triggering. [...] The reality is, we’re not doing “friends therapy”. [...] We’re trying to give people an outcome. ● Finding a good therapist is like finding a good pair of jeans. Connect with Rachael Willis: Pure Empowerment Psychology: https://pureempowerment.com.au/

In this episode, we speak with Cristen Brunner of the tattoo and piercing studio Uncut Diamond, and Cat Armstrong of LUSH Skin & Laser Clinic. Listen in as Cristen and Cat discuss the psychology behind tattoo regret and the importance of doing one’s research and looking past trends and strong emotional states when deciding on getting a tattoo. They then talk about their ongoing competition in Shepparton, Show Us Your Ink, which aims to offer one lucky person a free tattoo removal and cover-up. Key Highlights ● [01:46] An introduction to Cristen and Cat and their upcoming initiative to increase self-education around tattoos ● [04:28] How Cat built her career as a laser therapist ● [06:21] How people end up with terrible tattoos ● [09:24] The connection between following trends and tattoo regret ● [10:43] How tattoo removal works ● [16:00] Finding the right laser clinic ● [18:44] How Cristen does cover-ups ● [20:04] Why do tattoos on certain parts of the body (ex. hands and feet) tend to fade over time? ● [21:18] How much tattoo removal hurts ● [24:48] Why it’s so important to educate people to deeply reflect and do research before getting a tattoo ● [27:02] About Cristen and Cat’s Shep-wide tattoo removal and cover-up competition, Show Us Your Ink ● [29:46] The most rewarding tattoo for Cat to remove and becoming emotionally connected to her clients ● [34:34] How Cat intends to do the cover-up for the winner and her favorite type of tattoo ● [37:47] How Cristen and Cat plan to narrow down the top three and what will happen once the comp is over ● [40:11] Other things to know about the competition ● [42:14] Who locally inspires Cristen ● [44:30] Who locally inspires Cat ● [46:45] How Cristen and Cat attract these types of people into their lives Powerful Quotes by Cristen Brunner & Cat Armstrong ● [When it comes to reasons for tattooing gone wrong,] impulsive decisions are definitely right up there. If an artist is good, then they’re generally quite booked out. If people are being very impatient about wanting to get this tattoo right now, it could be an issue if they’re chasing an artist that’s not quite up to the standard that they’re expecting. ~Cristen ● Of course we need everybody to please, please do their research. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen clients burnt and disfigured permanently as a result of laser treatment. They have gone to someone with a tattoo with hopes to remove it, and they’re stuck with a scar that, from the removal, has burnt and blistered severely. The scar is not something that can be rectified. So, to prevent them going down the path where they’re then living with a scar for the rest of their lives, do research. ~Cat Connect with Cristen Brunner & Cat Armstrong: Cristen’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cryptenite01/?hl=en LUSH Skin & Laser Clinic’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lushskinandlaserclinic/?hl=en

In this episode, we speak with Kayela, a personal trainer at Origin Athletics and single mum of two.  Listen in as Kayela discusses her inspiring story of transformation, from her countless struggles as a directionless teenager to becoming a proud mum and goal-oriented coach in the fitness industry. She reflects on having to move many times around the country growing up, finally settling down in Shepp, and what she loves about the city.  Key Highlights  ● [01:52] An introduction to Kaylea  ● [04:02] Kaylea on her childhood  ● [05:32] Moving to Shep  ● [07:23] What got Kaylea into the fitness industry  ● [09:39] Becoming a coach  ● [10:48] How Kaylea is finding new clients  ● [12:21] Interesting client stories  ● [16:02] Why Kaylea loves strength training and her fitness goals  ● [18:41] What motivates Kaylea to train hard  ● [20:50] Kaylea’s proudest achievement  ● [23:30] Why Kaylea dropped out of school  ● [26:34] Kaylea’s experience being a mum so far  ● [31:12] How Kaylea takes her eyes off of her kids  ● [32:55] Who locally inspires Kaylea  Powerful Quotes by Kaylea  ● I motivate myself. I want to be better than I was the day before.  ● We all have it within ourselves to work hard, but from where I come from, I created it myself. I wasn’t brought up to work hard. I realized that you have to put in the work to achieve your goals. If you’re just going to sit there and think that you’ll cruise through life and be handed your goals on a silver platter, you’re going to get nowhere.  Connect with Kaylea: Kaylea’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylovefitnesss/

In this episode, we speak with Sarah Freer, a local business owner and a mother of three. Listen in as Sarah discusses what it was like to have her first child, Georgia, at the age of 15 and the hurdles that she—including her family and boyfriend Trent—had to overcome upon discovering that she was 30 weeks pregnant. She then talks about what life has been like since having her daughter and being a young mum, as well as how her relationships with Trent, her mum, and her three kids are faring 19 years later. Key Highlights ● [01:30] An introduction to Sarah Freer ● [03:04] Sarah’s unconventional and inspiring story as a teenage mum ● [10:16] Why Sarah was in denial up to 30 weeks of pregnancy and why having her baby was more than worth it ● [12:42] Telling her dad about the pregnancy ● [15:52] How her relationship with her boyfriend was affected following the announcement ● [17:45] Why Sarah moved out of Shepparton ● [18:28] The importance of having support for someone who was in Sarah’s situation ● [20:15] Georgia’s special connection with her grandmother and how she regards her upbringing ● [23:00] What it is like for Sarah to tell her story and what her life would be like if she never got pregnant at 15 ● [28:41] Reconnecting with Trent as grownups ● [30:51] Having the next two kids ● [32:02] Keeping the romance alive ● [34:52] Sarah and Trent’s goals moving forward ● [36:39] Sarah’s advice to young mums ● [37:51] Who locally inspires Sarah Powerful Quotes by Sarah ● I don’t know how I didn’t know. I don’t understand why I didn’t know. But, the power of the mind is incredible. I was in such denial at that age that I just thought, “If I don’t think about it or I don’t talk about it or I don’t face it, it’ll go away.” It sounds so silly to say out loud but that was how I felt at the time. ● For teenage mums, I think it’s very important to have a support system. The sad reality is that not many do; but, I’ve since learned that there are a lot of places that support teenage mums when they need it. ● I’m a big believer that we make the best decisions that we think suit us at the time. [...] I’m not sure where I would’ve been if [the pregnancy] didn’t happen; but, I believe that our lives are pre-planned before we do it so I just enjoy the ride. ● Even when bad times come, hold on and know that good times are going to come after it. Eventually, all things pass—good, bad, or otherwise. Nothing stays with us forever. Even in our darkest moments, it always gets better

In this episode, we speak with Tahni Gook, an osteopath operating her own practice in Shepparton. Listen in as Tahni discusses her journey to becoming an osteo and her approach to working with clients of all sorts. She also covers common misconceptions around pain, including the emotional and psychological links to pain. Finally, Tahni shares how she eventually came to achieve balance between her life and career and her exciting goals beyond her work as an osteo. Key Highlights ● [03:01] An introduction to Tahni Gook ● [06:24] How Tahni feels about Shepparton ● [08:55] What Tahni found out about herself when she moved away from Shepparton ● [12:36] Navigating a challenging culture in uni ● [14:43] Keeping in touch with friends from uni ● [16:26] What an osteo does ● [22:00] Knowing the right specialist to go to when in pain ● [26:30] Advice on using devices to avoid developing back pain ● [30:56] Why Tahni wanted to be an osteo ● [33:25] Clients whose lives Tahni have truly changed ● [35:19] Tahni’s experience so far in running her own business and working with a mentor ● [40:18] How many clients Tahni sees on a regular basis ● [42:50] Achieving work-life integration ● [43:49] Tahni’s goals for her osteo career moving forward ● [45:04] Tahni’s goals outside of her career ● [47:01] Why Tahni wants to get back into dance ● [49:51] Who locally inspires Tahni? ● [52:23] Explaining versus complaining ● [53:07] Tahni’s ideal client Powerful Quotes by Tahni ● Pain—someone’s story—no one can fix that but themselves. I’m really just a helping hand to steer them in the right direction, give them the right advice, and give them the right tools for them to optimize their pain, life, and recovery. But at the end of the day, whatever they do outside of the 30 minutes that I see them is up to them. ● Pain sometimes presents itself when there is emotional or psychological stress. ● Work comes second in my life, and that’s how it should be for everybody.

In this episode, we speak with Josh Driscoll, Harley’s business partner whom he has worked with since opening their first gym. Listen in as Josh discusses those early days of building the brand and the business, alongside growing his own podcast, his passion for film, his love of being a husband and father, and his message to young people who are nervous about going all-in on their dreams. Key Highlights ● [01:00] An introduction to Josh Driscoll ● [03:30] How Josh and Harley met ● [07:00] Building their first gym ● [12:35] Early challenges in business ● [17:53] Josh’s impression of Shepparton as an outsider ● [21:33] Josh and Harley’s current bucket list items ● [26:12] Benefits to having a business partner that lives away from the business ● [27:34] How Josh feels about he and Harley running different clubs in different areas ● [29:41] Episodes of the podcast that Josh has listened to ● [31:23] Josh’s goals moving forward and things that light him on fire ● [33:18] Has Josh spoken to his wife, Taylor, about having another kid? ● [36:24] What Josh thinks Harley’s future in Shepparton will be like ● [37:32] Who inspires Josh in Ballarat? ● [42:12] Josh encourages young people to take a chance on what they love to do ● [45:15] Why Josh knew from the start that he would accomplish his dreams Powerful Quotes by Josh ● I think people are quick to judge on what someone’s path might be like and not understand what they’ve had to change to try to better their lives. ● Anyone who has seen their wife go through childbirth knows that it’s horrendous. It’s beautiful afterwards, but after the fun part, it’s not really in my hands anymore. ● If anyone in their 20s and 30s is out there, you can stuff up a lot and you can still come back to it even until your 40s. Do your due diligence, obviously, but I encourage you to do what you love, early.

In this episode, we speak with Amy Dann, nurse, teacher, and mum to a three-year-old boy.\n \nListen in as Amy discusses her family’s journey moving from place to place and how life circumstances led them to where they are now. She also talks about her experience raising her son, Louie, who has CDG and how she is navigating the many challenges it brings.\n \nKey Highlights\n● [01:49] An introduction to Amy Dann\n● [06:35] What Amy specializes in as a nurse\n● [08:03] What Amy thinks of Shepparton\n● [11:00] Amy’s aspirations growing up\n● [12:12] Does Amy prefer to learn something new or to teach someone something?\n● [12:51] How Amy met her husband Michael and her keys to a great relationship\n● [14:45] Negotiating the move to Canberra then to Shepparton\n● [15:34] How Amy’s husband asked to marry her\n● [16:26] About Amy’s son Louie and how he lives with congenital disorders of glycosylation (CDG)\n● [25:34] How Amy manages her son’s seizures\n● [27:49] What else goes into raising a kid with special needs such as Amy’s son?\n● [31:31] How Amy deals with people’s assumptions when she is out and about with her son\n● [35:43] Has Amy been able to handle her son’s situation better because she is a nurse?\n● [38:32] Other events Amy has done to raise awareness for CDG\n● [41:52] Will medical advances lead to a cure for CDG anytime soon?\n● [43:18] What Amy is looking forward to in the near future\n● [46:44] Who locally inspires Amy?\nPowerful Quotes by Amy\n● Shep is what you make it. There are opportunities here; there are things to do; but, it’s just whether or not you want to take them.\n● Louie is not fazed by any of this adversity that he is faced. He’s still happy and finds the joy in so many little things. I think it’s so easy to get caught up in the challenges that life can bring you wherever you come from and whatever your story is. Louie has had a really challenging start to life but it doesn’t faze him. That inspires me to keep pushing through whenever the hard times hit.

In this episode, we speak with entrepreneur Adem Barolli. \nListen in as Adem discusses his passion for entrepreneurship and personal development, as well as how he found success as a network marketer and, most recently, the owner of the healthy café Nutrition 3630. \nKey Highlights \n● [02:32] An introduction to Adem Barolli \n● [05:00] Appreciating the only life you have \n● [06:00] Why Adem loves reading \n● [08:31] The importance of taking action \n● [12:41] Dealing with negative emotions or a bad day \n● [14:10] Adem’s past as a “cheeky” high school student \n● [16:53] How Adem’s concept of success evolved since his high school days \n● [18:15] Becoming a sports journalist \n● [20:57] Finding success in network marketing\n● [23:15] The financial potential of network marketing and the reason for negative perceptions of the industry \n● [25:29] Why the current generation is more entrepreneurial \n● [27:27] Where the idea for Nutrition 3630 came from \n● [31:12] Why Adem didn’t fear failure when he decided to start a café \n● [33:51] Hosting eating competitions \n● [36:06] Creating healthy drinks that taste “unhealthy” \n● [38:43] How Nutrition 3630 has been received by the Shepparton community \n● [41:26] Where Adem sees himself and his businesses in the future \n● [43:15] Adem’s drink recommendations from the café and his most popular items \n● [46:04] Who locally inspires Adem? \nPowerful Quotes by Adem \n● Just do it. We can manifest and talk about these things as much as we want; but nothing’s going to happen if we just keep thinking about it. \n● What’s the point of winning if you’re just doing it on your own? There’s so much satisfaction in helping others succeed, too. \n● At the end of the day, you’ve got to differentiate or die. You don’t want to be the same as everyone else and do the same thing and have the same mundane routine. I love people who are going out there having a crack, whether they win or learn. It is what it is. They’re not afraid to lose or fail. \nConnect with Adem:\n● Adem Barolli on Instagram \n● Nutrition 3630 on Instagram

In this episode, we speak with Nicole, a certified integrative nutrition health coach, a certified breathwork facilitator, and Reiki instructor. \nListen in as Nicole shares her passion for helping others discover the benefits of alternative medicine for both physical and mental health. She also reflects on her husband’s health scare and how they utilized these alternative remedies to help him navigate his challenges. Finally, Nicole does a deep dive into the power of breathwork journeys for helping to alleviate stress. \nKey Highlights \n● [01:09] Why Nicole reached out to come on the podcast \n● [03:22] An introduction to Nicole \n● [07:38] Nicole on her husband’s debilitating health challenges and how he overcame them \n● [15:30] Nicole’s husband’s lifestyle before his health scare \n● [19:31] What Nicole’s detox programs are about \n● [24:26] How Nicole’s husband felt about alternative remedies for his health challenges \n● [28:20] The bare minimum for Nicole’s happiness \n● [32:26] How breathwork can help alleviate stress \n● [41:57] How you will feel after a breathwork session \n● [45:35] What type of person would most benefit from a breathwork journey \n● [48:00] Nicole’s recommendations for local holistic medicine practitioners \n● [51:26] Is your soul located in your heart or in your head? \n● [52:44] Characteristics of a Reiki practitioner \n● [53:48] How Nicole would like to see alternative medicine integrated with mainstream Western medicine \nPowerful Quotes by Nicole \n● Nutrition is not always about the food you put in your mouth. Nutrition is everything. Nutrition is the thoughts that you think, your emotions, your feelings, your relationships, your environment at large. Nutrition is everything you take in as a human being. \n● If you’re stressed, you need to be able to switch it off as quickly as you’re able to switch it on. \n● To come out of a breathwork journey and to bring your brainwave back from that theta brain state can probably be one of the most relaxing feeling that you’ll ever have. \n● The soul is our spiritual intelligence and our body is just the avenue that we have to walk through life. I’m a very firm believer that communication and access to the soul is from the heart. \n● Everybody has the right to their own healthcare. Not everybody is buying what I’m selling; but I’m not always buying what the medical profession is selling, either. So, it’s just finding what is right for us as individuals.

In this episode, we speak with Jobelle Erika, an oral health therapist at Goulburn Valley Orthodontics and Mother to two girls.\n \nListen in as Jobelle shares her amazing, multifaceted journey, from transitioning from the Philippines to Australia as a teenager, to encouraging her mother to start a popular food truck, to living her childhood dream of becoming a contestant on The Amazing Race.\n \nKey Highlights\n● [01:40] An introduction to Jobelle Erika\n● [02:29] Transitioning from the Philippines to Australia at age 16\n● [04:38] Jobelle’s love for Taekwondo\n● [07:36] Why Jobelle’s family decided to move to Australia\n● [10:45] Studying oral health therapy at university and why Jobelle want to become a dental hygienist\n● [13:49] Jobelle’s words of encouragement to those with dentophobia\n● [14:36] Jobelle’s life as a mother and experience with postnatal depression\n● [19:56] How Jobelle’s family’s famous food truck, Nanna Marce, came to be\n● [25:03] Jobelle and her father’s experience on The Amazing Race Australia 5\n● [34:14] Jobelle summarizes her time on The Amazing Race and her remaining dreams\n● [37:00] Jobelle’s goals moving forward\n● [37:56] The three things that Jobelle was thankful for before going to bed last night\n● [39:35] Jobelle’s future goals\n● [40:29] Who locally inspires Jobelle?\nPowerful Quotes by Jobelle\n● The most important [characteristic of a great dental hygienist] would be empathy. A lot of people come to the dentist with dentophobia; so, you’ve got to love people. You have to be in tune with how they’re feeling. The clinical skills you can learn. Theory you can learn. But, caring for people has got to be within you from the beginning.\n● We would never want to harm any patient. We are here to look after you and your teeth—and you as a whole person as well.\n● I would like for my children to see that just because you become a family person doesn’t mean you stop striving and working for your dreams.\n● If there was something that I took away from the Race, it was that every day I was on that Race, I felt alive because I was fulfilling a dream. But, I realized that it doesn’t always have to be big dreams. It can be waking up every morning and feeling thankful or going for a walk and appreciating the life that I have and the people around me as well. Contentment is something that I hope for now—to appreciate everything I have and never take anything for granted.

In this episode, we speak with Megan Mckenna, a Criminal Lawyer who has only recently started her own practice.   Listen in as Megan shares her journey so far in the field of law and the realities of her career path, as well as common misconceptions that the general public has about the justice system.   Key Highlights   ● [02:11] An introduction to Megan McKenna   ● [04:58] Moving out of Shepparton to study   ● [10:42] Working as a legal assistant while studying full-time   ● [12:28] Megan’s responsibilities once she was admitted to practice and a typical day in the courtroom   ● [14:47] Staying emotionally detached from the job while staying empathetic as a lawyer   ● [17:47] Working on a case where the client has been wrongly convicted and negotiating better terms for somebody   ● [26:25] Opportunities available to law graduates   ● [28:24] Why Megan is starting her own practice   ● [31:50] A primer on legal aid   ● [35:35] Why it often takes so long for someone to show up to court   ● [37:04] What Megan thinks of the new law court   ● [38:14] Megan’s goals going forward   ● [40:06] Is the amount of work a lawyer puts into their career generally worth it?   ● [41:07] Who locally inspires Megan?   Powerful Quotes by Megan   ● Shep’s got such a good community spirit and when you’ve got your friends and family around, it makes life a lot easier.   ● The overriding rule as a lawyer is that your first duty is to the court. You can’t mislead the court irrespective of what your client is asking you to do. So, you have a duty to your client but that’s always overridden by your duty to the court.   ● There’s so much misinformation out there. People just don’t understand the justice system at all.   ● I’ve always said to myself that I wouldn’t be an employee for my whole life. I like my independence and I like being able to march to the beat of my own drum.

In this episode, we speak with Rocky Gagliardi, Director of Gagliardi Scott Real Estate.  Listen in as Rocky discusses how he came to own his own business despite growing up not seeing much of a future for himself, his tips for success as a salesperson and business owner, and his renewed appreciation for his life and family amid the challenges brought on by the pandemic.  Key Highlights  ● [01:59] An introduction to Rocky Gagliardi  ● [06:33] How Rocky compares his upbringing to his kids’  ● [10:18] What Rocky wanted to do out of school and his early jobs  ● [12:53] How Rocky got into real estate  ● [17:40] Does Rocky give his team the “hunger test”?  ● [19:25] Characteristics of a good salesperson  ● [20:59] Does having a real estate business outside Shepparton help bring in more opportunities?  ● [21:57] What makes real estate stressful?  ● [24:20] Dealing with backlash after having to say “no” during negotiations  ● [26:30] Staying transparent from the start of the negotiation to avoid conflict later on  ● [28:53] Changes in the market over the past few months  ● [31:20] The availability of grants till the end of March  ● [32:43] How Rocky came to start his own real estate agency  ● [34:53] Taking a step back from the business due to COVID-19  ● [36:27] What Rocky’s kids have planned for the future  ● [40:03] Rocky’s most memorable clients  ● [42:00] Why Rocky put his own house on the market  ● [45:14] How Rocky feels about life at this point in time  ● [46:17] Who locally inspires Rocky?  Powerful Quotes by Rocky  ● As a businessperson, you’ve got to be very transparent and delicate during negotiations because it’s hard to keep everyone happy and let them know that someone’s going to miss out, and that it’s not your fault if somebody misses out. It’s a balancing act.  ● When I was growing up, I didn’t think I was going to be much more than a factory worker. I wasn’t smart at school. I got two beautiful kids, a beautiful wife, a great staff that works for me. Nothing to be sad about.

In this episode, we speak with Nicole Morse, creator of Regional Rummage, a Tatura-based preloved clothing market taking place this February 21.  Listen in as Nicole discusses how studying fashion in university inspired her to start Regional Rummage, how she navigated the challenges of COVID-19 such as having to postpone the market last year, the state of clothing waste in Australia today and how the preloved market can help to reduce it, and her plans for her business going forward.  Key Highlights  ● [01:52] An introduction to Nicole Morse and her interest in the business of fashion design  ● [05:15] Finding work after graduation  ● [09:26] Growing up in Tatura and how it differs from Shepparton  ● [11:47] Tatura’s hobbies and passions outside of work  ● [13:02] How Regional Rummage came to be  ● [16:12] What to look forward to at the market this February 21  ● [18:24] How Nicole felt having to postpone Regional Rummage in 2020  ● [21:20] Planning for Regional Rummage  ● [22:32] Finding a location for the market  ● [25:48] How Nicole feels leading up to February 21  ● [27:21] Nicole’s plans on the financial end  ● [28:45] Why Nicole is more passionate about being a small business owner than an employee for a big company  ● [29:20] How Nicole plans on doing her part to reduce clothing waste in Australia  ● [34:23] The disappearing stigma around shopping at Goodwill and the preloved market in general  ● [36:14] Promoting Regional Rummage on social media  ● [38:15] Nicole’s goals going forward  ● [39:49] A summary of Regional Rummage  ● [40:34] Who locally inspires Nicole?  Powerful Quotes by Nicole  ● I think anyone that owns a small business deserves to make profit if it’s something that you’re passionate about and want to do full-time.  ● We’re buying pretty much double what we were 20 years ago and throwing out twice as much.  ● The stigma around preloved is going away, and I’m hoping I can do my part to get rid of it faster.

In this episode, we speak with Kyle Murphy, a Shepparton native and track-and-field student-athlete currently studying and competing for Harvard University in Boston.  Listen in as Kyle discusses his career as a track-and-field student-athlete and how it gave him the opportunity to study at Harvard courtesy of the university’s need-based financial aid, his takeaways from his first two years as a Harvard student, and his plans for the future both in and outside of athletics.  Key Highlights  ● [02:33] An introduction to Kyle Murphy and his track-and-field career  ● [08:37] Kyle’s goal in sport  ● [12:06] How Kyle feels about COVID-19 taking away a season  ● [14:15] Sacrifices that Kyle had to make over the years as a student-athlete  ● [16:15] Where Kyle developed his competitive side  ● [19:43] The difference between first and second place in track-and-field  ● [20:53] Kyle’s worst injuries  ● [22:28] Doubts about getting into Harvard as a Shepparton native  ● [27:33] Competitive coaching in Shepparton schools versus Harvard  ● [30:08] Nutritional requirements for a student-athlete and managing time  ● [32:56] The typical goal of a Harvard athlete  ● [33:50] Kyle’s love for his sport  ● [38:14] Getting into a flow state when making jumps  ● [38:50] Was Harvard how Kyle expected it to be?  ● [40:03] Lessons learned from studying fellow students at Harvard  ● [41:20] What Kyle is studying at Harvard and his career prospects  ● [43:18] Kyle’s passion for photography  ● [46:40] Who locally inspires Kyle?  Powerful Quotes by Kyle  ● The higher you go in a sport, the more it requires your time to remain competitive.  ● The fact that Harvard has need-based financial aid, people can leave their sport if they want and they’re still a regular student. That means that anyone who is in a sport is there for the love of it for the most part, which I think is an amazing thing.  ● To perform at your best, you need to be able to stop thinking about a lot of things and just let your body do what the training has taught it to do, and things will just happen.

In this episode, we speak with business owner Scott Keating, who currently runs a windshield saver company in Shepparton. Listen in as Scott discusses why he decided to go into business for himself and how one can discover their calling. He then reflects on his incredibly harrowing period of darkness that almost drove him to commit suicide, and how he built himself back up to become a pillar of the Shepparton community. Key Highlights ● [03:49] An introduction to Scott Keating ● [04:34] Being a pillar of the Shepparton community ● [06:32] Scott’s windscreen saver business and his win-win philosophy ● [11:03] The challenges of replacing or repairing windscreens ● [13:58] What Scott would say to someone who doesn’t know what they want to do for work ● [17:47] Fundamentals of a good life ● [19:20] The dark period of Scott’s life ● [26:48] The lasting impact of Scott’s traumatic experience ● [28:31] Getting stuck in the cycle of chasing only short-term goals ● [31:17] How Scott finally got back on the road to good, long-term health ● [33:50] Finding purpose in family ● [35:22] Accepting traumatic experiences ● [40:34] Scott’s view on masculinity and the importance of open, nonjudgmental conversations ● [52:17] Who locally inspires Scott? Powerful Quotes by Scott ● I suppose you get back what you give to. If you’re giving and helping, it’ll come back to you. ● I’ve always said, when I go into business, I wanted it to be a win-win. I don’t just want someone working for me who turns up, does their hours, and goes home. We’ve all pretty much got to work, but you might as well enjoy what you do. ● Even if you have a job that isn’t your passion, how can you make it your passion? How can it fit into your values? ● Don’t worry so much about the money. Worry about the skill set you can get and the network you can build up. ● Once you start being you and get comfortable in your own skin, you start attracting the right people around you. ● Nothing has meaning until we put meaning on it. ● There are no positive or negative emotions. There are just emotions. It’s how we use them.