To start you with how the Four Foundations are fundamental to business success, we borrow a cautionary situation from a great Russian Master. Fyodor Dostoevsky in his novel Demons tells us about a character named Belinsky who was just like the title character of Krylov’s 1814 novel The Inquisitive Man — a watchful, observant person[…] …
Dealing with loss is one thing in which no two person’s responses are quite the same. For Carmen Taylor, losing her husband in a motorcycle accident was undoubtedly painful, but her responses are geared toward positive outcomes. The sudden arrival of news about her husband’s death was a shock, but well established beliefs and character[…] …
October is the Pink Month for Australia, the time to discuss and learn about breast cancer. It is also a time when women celebrate their successes against the disease, when survivors band together in common cause with those still surviving with breast cancer. In this October podcast, we were lucky enough to have interviewed executive[…] …
One of the models that we use in our work is what we call The Ten Dimensions of Wealth, and one of those dimensions is contribution. We’re both long time advocates for the environment and sustainability, and proud Sunshine Coast residents so we especially look up to those who go the extra mile to protect[…] …
This episode of the Mind Matters Podcast is something a little different. We’re looking at the courage it takes to realise and follow your finding your purpose. Rex is chatting to Emmanuela Shinta, a 26-year-old Dayak woman from Kalimantan, Borneo, about her role in this world and the power of taking action, even when you[…] …
In this episode, Rex chats to long-time friend and fellow Kiwi, David Metcalf, about the courage it takes to change your life – to move from the familiar into the unknown and into your dream life. David is a corporate manager-turned photographer and activist, who moved to bali in 2012 after falling in love with[…] …
I’m blessed to be able to spend time soaking up the traditional Balinese culture, as I have done for many years now. From my journey that I’ve travelled so far, I’ve also come to know the native Dayak people of Kalimantan, Borneo, and the people devoting their lives to supporting others and things they believe[…] …
If you’re a leader or a business owner, chances are you spend your time running around trying to get everything done. Being busy is good, but it’s important to take time out for yourself.We often find that people don’t give themselves enough time to stop. Being always busy can lead to stress and an inability[…] …
As we prepare for our upcoming September retreat, ‘Staying On Top Of The Mountain’, we’re taking a look at what it means in relation to business. The concept of ‘staying on top of the mountain’ is poignant in all areas of life, but especially when it comes to starting, maintaining and leading a small business.[…] …
Creating a business is basically like an endurance test. A lot of things need to be considered before you get going in order to make it work. This is often a solo quest because it starts as an idea in your mind then requires a lot of energy to begin to grow. When we create the[…] …