In this episode of the Backyard Property Pod, host Michael welcomes Ben Alexander, a former Wallabies player, keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of Running for Resilience. Ben shares his inspiring journey from playing professional rugby to overcoming personal challenges and starting a movement aimed at eliminating suicide in Canberra. He opens up about his experiences with mental health, the importance of managing energy, and the values that drive him today.
--------------------------------------
Follow the podcast
Subscribe to my channel: / @ThatBackyardPropertyPodcast
Visit my website:https://tuskfinance.com.au
Follow me on social media:
Facebook: /@tuskfinancemk
Instagram: /@mortgageswmichael
LinkedIn: /@michaelkilliner
--------------------------------------
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Early Career
01:32 Defining Home and Family Life
02:40 Childhood Memories and Moving Around
07:37 Rugby Beginnings and Early Challenges
08:00 Making the Wallabies and First Experiences
16:16 Meeting the Queen and International Tours
22:18 The Importance of Teamwork in Rugby
23:59 Dealing with Personal and Professional Setbacks
30:47 Running for Resilience: A New Mission
33:38 Future Goals and Expanding Initiatives
34:50 The Role of Professional Support
37:08 The Power of Storytelling and Community
43:55 Personal Reflections and Achievements
46:26 Final Thoughts and Keynote Speaking
--------------------------------------
Music from #Uppbeat
https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/seize-the-day
License code: UVSF5JTJM8QUZNXZ
Produced by Podwave Studios
#australianproperty #propertyinvestment #MichaelKilliner #PodwaveStudios
