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Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 23: Interview with Mark Victor Hansen, Worldwide Best Selling Author - Helping People share their StoryThe world has experienced 10 years of change in the past 3 months. Here are some tips to watch so you can keep ahead in business today!1) Everything is online and remote. This is the new normal and much of it will continue even after the pandemic. What are you doing to adapt your company to the new virtual world? All speaking events and conferences have been canceled for the near future. My company started to build online training courses to help support people so they can learn and keep prospering in the change. We used a company called OperationsX...
2026-01-0640 min
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 22: Interview with Anna Sorushanova, Founder Nova Bridal BoutiqueAnna Sapteboi is the founder of a luxury bridal boutique called Nova Bridal Studio, which is built on the ethos “Bridal Experience Redefined.” She has transformed the traditional wedding dress appointment into something truly unforgettable, private 2.5 hour studio sessions where every detail is designed to celebrate the bride. From sweet treats and elegant non-alcoholic bubbles to bespoke gowns and a gift of jewellery with every purchase, she ensures each bride feels cherished from the very first fitting through to their wedding day.With a background in research and a flair for innovation, Anna brings creativity, care...
2025-12-021h 08
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 21: Interview with Brian Proctor, Author and SpeakerAbout the Author Author of My Father Knew the Secret – Growing Up with Bob Proctor and the new release of 12 Easy Steps To Change Your Life: Stop Waiting For That Big Thing! Brian Proctor was born in 1961 in Toronto, Ontario, the same year his legendary father, Bob Proctor, was given the book Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill, which began his father's 60-year journey into personal development. For close to 30 years, Brian worked alongside his father as he taught from some of the world's largest stages. Brian fo...
2025-11-041h 05
Game OnGame On - Thursday 23rd OctoberMarie Crowe is joined by Keith Treacy and Bernard Jackman in studio. Marie catches up with Irish soccer star Denise O'Sullivan. Adrian Eames is at Tallaght Stadium ahead of Shamrock Rovers V Celje, and Jeff Shepard has his Eye on America. Game On.
2025-10-2347 min
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 20: Interview with Barb Ashcroft, Author, Mentor, Grief Literacy Speaker, Thought Leader and so much more!Barb AshcroftAuthor, Mentor and Thought Leader ABOUT BARBBarb is the result of someone who was alwayshungry to learn and then implement principles of personal development. It has made her a 'HUB', where people value her wisdom, and expertise to help them navigateLife's Highway. As an entrepreneur, she helps folks 'Find Renewed Purpose' and 'Joy in the Journey'. Her passion is helping people navigate loss and lessen grief illiteracy. BIO and Recent ProjectsBio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bjashcroft Get...
2025-10-071h 03
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 19: Interview with Brónagh Davidson, Creator 'My Pregnancy Journal' ,Brónagh Davidson - Mother, memory-keeper and founder of My Pregnancy Journals, created from the heart to help others cherish their motherhood journey.Brónagh is the founder of My Pregnancy Journals, a mother of two, and a passionate advocate for meaningful memory-keeping during motherhood. Inspired by her own pregnancies and the desire for a more thoughtful, heartfelt way to document the journey, she created a journal that blends practical tracking with emotional reflection. Each page is designed with intention—from milestone logs and medical notes to spaces for letters and photos—making it a keep...
2025-09-021h 08
Lessons To Grow - Wachstum - Führung - ErfolgNr. 100 - Jubiläumsfolge: 12 Bücher, die dich als Unternehmer, Geschäftsführer oder Manager weiterbringen.Wachstum, Führung und Erfolg: 12 Bücher, die Dein Business transformieren
Feiere mit uns: Die 100. Jubiläumsfolge von Lessons to Grow!
Heute feiern wir ein besonderes Jubiläum: die 100. Folge von Lessons to Grow!
Für diesen Meilenstein teile ich mit Dir, welche 12 Bücher mein Leben als Unternehmer und Geschäftsführer in über 30 Jahren internationaler Management-Erfahrung entscheidend geprägt haben.
Die komplette Bibliographie findest Du am Ende der Shownotes unten.
Es sind keine trockenen Sachbücher, sondern praxiserprobte Werkzeuge für Wachstum, Führung und Erfolg.
Entdecke, wie diese Kla...
2025-08-1530 min
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 18: Interview with Ammar Akhtar, Changemaker. Founder & CEO of Final RentalsOn this months episode we talk with serial Tech Founder Ammar Akhtar, Founder of Final Rentals. What a great story from growing up in Pakistan, to Dubai and now Wales!BIO:Ammar Akhtar is an award-winning tech entrepreneur, and the founder & CEO of Final Rentals, a global car rental platform that brings together independent car rental companies under one powerful brand. With operations in over 55 countries, Ammar is on a mission to level the playing field for small businesses in the mobility sector.A passionate advocate for innovation and ecosystem equity, Ammar shares his ins...
2025-07-301h 07
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 17: Interview with Donna Kennedy, 8 times Best Selling Author, Professional Speaker and MentorThis month I've had the pleasure of listening to Donna Kennedy on the Think2Thrive Podcast. Her story is incredibly inspiring and I am sure you are going to love it!Donna Kennedy (BA Psych (hons), MHGC, MNLP) is an 8 times bestselling author, psychologist, mentor and highly sought after professional speaker. She regularly features in national and international media as an expert in the area of personal development and she has given seminars to thousands of people and companies all over the world. Her work has also been published and cited in international journals...
2025-06-031h 06
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 16: Interview with Leslie Flowers, Blazing a Trail for the Business Leader!In this months episode I am honorred to have with me on the show Leslie Flowers!Throughout her career, LESLIE FLOWERS has demonstrated remarkable versatility, adaptability, and resilience in inspiring and motivating aspiring and emerging leaders to excelin their lives and professions. Her lifelong passion for learning kickstarted an intellectual and emotional journey that has taken her through corporate publishing, entrepreneurship, board service, women’s empowerment, and immersioninto professional development, focusing on human performance and achievement. Leslie differentiates as an advisor and educator through her speaking, mastermind facilitation, broadcasting, writing, and instructional design, in which she in...
2025-04-2651 min
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 15: Interview with Maree Piplovick, Expert in Conscious Breathing, Online Breathwork, Holistic Wellness, Mindfulness, Meditation and Intuitive CoachingMaree Piplovick from Portland, Oregon USA, supports working women in mid-life to break free from the clutches of burnout and reclaim their joy, focus, and zest for life. Maree transformed her own experience of burnout through powerful holistic techniques that reignited her passion for living. She is now dedicated to helping her clients enhance their well-being through accessible, experiential, and simple self-care techniques.She personalizes transformative experiences that empower her clients to recharge, relax, and take control of their own wellness as they embark on a profound journey of self-discovery and inner peace. Her journ...
2025-02-131h 05
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 14: Interview with Karl Davidson, Founder CashFlow Club Ireland, Consultant with Lam ResearchGrowing up Karl did what his parents and society told him. He went to school, got good grades, then went onto college. He achieved a degree in electrical engineering and got a safe secure job. He did all this by the age of 20.
Fast forward 4 years he felt stuck. Stuck, not in his job, which had flown him across the world to places such as Japan, United States, Taiwan and China, the Netherlands and which had him working on some of the most advanced machines in the semiconductor industry, but stuck in his own personal life.
2025-01-071h 12
OTB DailyOTB Breakfast Bite | What's to be done with Marcus Rashford?Welcome to Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your free sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. This morning on the show, we talk inter-county retirement with now ex-Mayo goalkeeper Rob Hennelly.We catch up with boxer Emmet Brennan, and we talk to experienced football journalist Martin Lipton. Keith Treacy joined Adrian and Arthur on hosting duties this morning, and our Breakfast Bite sees Keith and Martin look at the case of Martin Lipton, and what next for the wantaway United forward.
2024-12-1810 minOTB FootballOTB Breakfast Bite | What's to be done with Marcus Rashford?Welcome to Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your free sample of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast.This morning on the show, we talk inter-county retirement with now ex-Mayo goalkeeper Rob Hennelly.We catch up with boxer Emmet Brennan, and we talk to experienced football journalist Martin Lipton.Keith Treacy joined Adrian and Arthur on hosting duties this morning, and our Breakfast Bite sees Keith and Martin look at the case of Martin Lipton, and what next for the wantaway United forward.
2024-12-1810 min
The KCLR Hurling PodcastThe KCLR Hurling Podcast: St. Lachtains Win, Carlow Hurling & MoreEddie Scally, Adrian Ronan and Mickey Walsh analyze Freshford's win and we hear from the management and players following their 3-15 to 0-13 victory against Easkey in the AIB All-Ireland Junior Hurling Club semi-final.As well as all that we've got Carlow hurlers Brian Treacy and Kevin McDonald and Na Fianna's Colin Currie on a great win over Loughrea in the All-Ireland semi -final.
2024-12-1642 min
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 13: Interview with Doug Dane, Counsellor to Leaders, Keynote Speaker, Author, InfluencerThis months guest was Doug Dane, a very successful coach, Keynote Speaker, Author and Influencer. Doug worked with the one and only Bob Proctor for many years right up to Bob's passing in 2022, when he was Head of Sales for the Proctor Gallagher Institute.
Below a short Bio in his own words:
Doug was thriving in his career, but outside of work, his relationships were unraveling, and his confidence seemed to crumble with each setback. At 40, he knew he had to hit the reset button on his life.
Once he...
2024-12-0352 min
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 12: Interview with Permelia Parham, Founder & CEO of the Healing InstitutePermelia Parham has been divinely guided to create The Healing Institute an online worldwide hub connecting clients searching for alternate health solutions to holistic practitioners.
Permelia inspires her team of professional holistic practitioners to create a proactive wellness community supporting their clients and each other.
The Healing Institute’s moto is Service with Love.
Permelia is a Certified Body Code/Emotion Code Practitioner assisting her clients to increase their health by releasing negative emotions trapped in the subconscious.
As a Certified Energy Practitioner, Permelia aids her clients to Realign Beliefs and Heal...
2024-11-1455 min
BrandsTalkConsistency is Key: How Mindset Shapes Brand Identity w/ Adrian TreacyDo you desire to create a standout brand that authentically represents who you are? Or perhaps you struggling to keep your brand message consistent across all platforms?In this episode, we dive deep into the powerful connection between mindset and brand identity with Adrian Treacy, a Success Mindset Coach and PG Consultant. Adrian shares his insights on how mastering your mindset can help you build a consistent and compelling brand that stands out in today's crowded market.In this episode, you’ll discover:The Role of Mindset in Branding:...
2024-10-1555 min
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 11: Interview with Brigitte Bojkowszky, Founder of Bridget BrandsBrigitte is a company & personal brand identity
strategist, owner of BridgetBrands, operating globally.
Her focus lies in empowering corporations and entrepreneurs worldwide to craft and refine distinctive brand identities, cultivate cultures rooted in shared values, and deliver exceptional client experiences, guiding
them toward their brand’s radiant future so that they attract the recognition and clients they truly deserve.
Additionally, Brigitte specializes in bolstering the executive presence of executives, ensuring their impact is felt with crystal clarity and unwavering confidence, navigating the complexities of the modern business landscape with ease and grace.
In her bo...
2024-10-011h 04
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 10: Interview with Hans Parge, Reset Ageing with Science, The Healthy Neighbourhoods ProjectDr Hans Parge's background is in biomedical research and pharmaceutical drug discovery. His basic training was in X-ray crystallography and structural biology. He did his PhD in Trinity College Dublin and postdoctoral work in Berlin at the Free University , the University of Edinburgh and the Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla.
His work at The Scripps Institute involved the atomic structural analysis of proteins, the molecules of life. In 1993 he left Scripps and went to a start up company that was pioneering X-ray Crystallography to inform pharmaceutical drug discovery.
In 2009 Dr. Hans took early retirement and mo...
2024-09-0553 min
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 9: Interview with Arturs Zantmans, Founder Cars and More, Global Partnership DirectorWelcome back to the Think2Thrive 'unplugged' by Quantum Leap Consulting Podcast. In this episode we meet with Arturs Zantmans.
Arturs is a passionate Mobility Professional who has over 20 years of experience in the car rental/mobility industry. He really has had a fascinating career to date and is predicting major changes in the industry in the near future.
This has been a great episode and we are sure you will love it!
Arturs is an experienced professional with 20+ years in car rental and tech sectors.
He is...
2024-08-061h 05
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 8: Interview with Tara Pilling, Peak Performance Mindset ConsultantOn this amazing episode we speak with Tara Pilling, a successful entrepreneur and founder of Diamond Mind Consulting. To find out more about Tara please see below:
Tara Pilling, a renowned Mindset Consultant, Best-Selling Author, and Healer, embarked on her transformative journey in 1995, following a family tragedy at the age of 21. Determined to find holistic healing beyond conventional methods, she immersed herself in yoga, meditation, and alternative therapies, experiencing profound personal growth.With certifications and experience as a practitioner in diverse modalities such as Body Talk, EFT, kinesiology, Access Consciousness, Ayurveda, Meditation, and Yoga, Tara’s ex...
2024-07-021h 18
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 7 : Interview with Mark Carolan, Transformational and Life CoachMark is a transformational Life, Leadership & Executive coach, and a corporate wellbeing coach & consultant.
He is also a passionate keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, twice toastmasters’ national champion, and provides training in mindset and skills for public speaking.
Mark had a successful 20-year corporate career, before moving into coaching and speaking full time. He is very well versed in the pressures and challenges that people face trying to be their best in their professional lives, and the impact this can have on personal lives.
As a transformational coach and speaker, Marks mission is to help pe...
2024-06-041h 33
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 6: Interview with Pat Slattery, Serial Entrepreneur and MentorPat Slattery, a name synonymous with entrepreneurial success, has carved an extraordinary path through the world of business from a remarkably young age.
Born with a vision and a relentless drive for achievement, Pat's journey has been nothing short of remarkable.
Leaving the confines of traditional education behind at 14yrs old, Pat embarked on his entrepreneurial journey, demonstrating a remarkable level of determination and
self-belief.
His first milestone came at the tender age of 19 when he purchased his first property. This early success served as the foundation for a future filled with groundbreaking achievements.
2024-05-031h 27
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 5 : The Strangest Secret - Earl NightingaleEarl Nightingale V (March 12, 1921 – March 25, 1989) was an American radio speaker and author, dealing mostly with the subjects of human character development, motivation, and meaningful existence. He was the voice during the early 1950s of SkyKing, the hero of a radio adventure series, and was a WGN radio program host from 1950 to 1956. Nightingale was the author of The Strangest Secret, which economist Terry Savage has termed "…one of the great motivational books of all time.
After the war, Nightingale began work in the radio industry, which eventually resulted in work as a motivational speaker. During the autumn of 1949, Nightingal...
2024-04-2623 min
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 4: Interview with Shady Younis, Co-CEO Advanced Car RentalAs a founding partner and head of Sales and Marketing at Advanced Car, one of the largest car rental companies in Lebanon, Shady is responsible for driving customer satisfaction and building strong relationships with major companies, car rental booking engines, travel agencies, and NGOs.
With a fleet of over 1200 cars and a CSI (Customer Satisfaction Index) of 94%, Shady and his team are committed to providing their customers with the highest quality standard and the most competitive rates.
In this interview Shady shares his life journey to date. From growing up in Lebanon during a difficult...
2024-04-041h 29
The revenue machine#18 Adrian Treacy, Mindset Consultant"The only element between you and the success you crave is yourself"
Episode abstract
1/ System-Mind Synergy: Explore optimizing the synergy between our systems and mental faculties for peak performance.
2/ Adapting to Volatility: Uncover strategies for maximizing mental agility amidst extreme market volatility and uncertainty.
3/ Harnessing Past Experience: Evaluate how leveraging past experiences can bolster our resilience and adaptability to embrace discomfort and change effectively.
4/ Cultivating a New Mindset: Implement actionable tactics to cultivate and embed a growth-oriented mindset, fostering innovation and adaptability in dynamic environments.
Adrian, with over 15 years of experience in car rental in Ireland working for Enterprise and...
2024-04-011h 37Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 3: GoalsIn this Episode, Adrian will delve into Goals, the reason behind having goals in the first place and then how to decide what you really want!
For many people, they feel a sense of overwhelm when it comes to trying to decide what their goals are, or they are not thinking about it at all. As a species, we are goal seeking. We need to be aiming for something.
There is a natural law that states, 'if you are not growing you are dying', and that is the reason you need to have something to...
2024-03-0128 min
Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 2: Interview with Emmanuel Scuto, CEO and Founder of WeYieldIn this, our first interview, we meet Emmanuel Scuto, the CEO and Founder of WeYield, a company that specialises in Revenue Management for both small independent Car Hire companies as well as the major international brands known all over the world.
With over 20 years of experience in the Car Rental Industry, and prior to that within the Hospitality Industry, Emmanuel is extremely experienced in revenue management and is on a mission to change how the Car Hire industry manages this massively complex topic.
During this interview we delve into Emmanuel's background, from when he grew...
2024-02-141h 37Think2Thrive 'unplugged'Episode 1 IntroductionIn this episode, we are introduced to our host Adrian, and what the podcast will be all about.
Looking forward to sharing our first interview in the next episode
2024-01-1704 min
The revenue machine#14 Adrian's tip "Hit By A Bus or Prepare a Continuity Plan"Like the majority of car hire companies, it almost certain that your pricing strategy and execution are in the hand of one person. So what happens if this suddenly, this key player in your organization becomes unavailable?
Specifically in the yield management domain, this situation can have a major impact on your sales performane including also managing your distribution channels.
With his long experience in car rental, Adrian Treacy, customer success manager at WeYield, shares his vision on how to important is to have a continuity plan. He also lists the 4 steps to anticipate any foreseen events and implement proactive...
2023-12-1212 min
Sustainable TransformationEnergy Locals | Green, clean, renewable…what does it all mean?In this episode, Kiarne chats with Adrian Merrick, the founder and CEO of Energy Locals. Adrian dives into Energy Local's focus on renewable and local energy, unpacks the meaning of clean and green energy, offers practical sustainability (and money saving!) tips for businesses, delves into the world of electric vehicles, and challenges the validity of gas shortage claims recently made by major energy providers in Australia. Adrian shares how Energy Locals sets itself apart from the average energy company because they ‘don’t screw customers’, and shares his tips on how to spot the good guys whe...
2023-07-1041 min
OTB BreakfastIreland-Gibraltar reaction, Outhalf Depth Chart, Maria Curley & Chloe Morey | OTB AMWelcome to Tuesday's #OTBAM podcast - Ger & Adrian are in studio, bringing you your sports breakfast fix. Keith Treacy & Vinny Perth pick through Ireland's 3-0 win over Gibraltar, Andy Dunne's offers his takes the order of Ireland's out halves ahead of the World Cup, and Maria Curley & Chloe Morey discuss the latest from the ladies football and camogie players' protest over gender equality.
(01:00) - Kickoff with Ger, Adrian & Keith Treacy
(26:40) - Vinny Perth
(54:40) - Andy Dunne
(1:25:30) - Henry McKean live at Special Olympics in Berlin
(1:42:10) - Chloe Morey & Maria Curley
(2:02:53) - Don Deacy
Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday...
2023-06-202h 09
OTB BreakfastChampions League, David Brady, You Had to Be There | OTB AMWelcome to Thursday's #OTBAM podcast - Ger & Shane are in studio, bringing you your sports breakfast fix. Graham Hunter reflects on Real Madrid v Chelsea in the Champions League. David Brady on that Mayo defeat to Roscommon. Vinny Perth looks ahead to the weekend's League of Ireland action. Keith Treacy gives his pick's for this week's 'You Had to Be There'. Timestamps and topics below.
(01:00) – Kickoff with Ger & Shane & Adrian
(30:00) – Football w/Graham Hunter
(56:00) – GAA w/David Brady
(01:17:00) – Football w/Vinny Perth
(01:37:20) –You Had to Be There w/Keith Treacy
Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just se...
2023-04-132h 08
Plastic FantasticPlastic Fantastic Ep 24 | Patrick TreacyThis week Alison and Adrian are joined by Patrick Treacy.Patrick Treacy is passionate about aesthetic medicine, founding clinics across the UK and Ireland, author to many publications and owner of multiple awards.Treacy has led an exciting career being the lead cosmetic doctor for Michael Jackson's aesthetic treatments during the period he lived in Ireland and being the Irish Regional Representative to the British Association of Cosmetic Doctors. He was awarded 'Top Aesthetic Practitioner in the World (US) 2019' as well as 'Top Aesthetic Medical Aesthetic Practitioner (UK) 2019', earning...
2021-01-2249 min
The Crappy Quiz on Off The BallCrappy Quiz 07/12 - Justice 4 HarambeGer hosts as Tommy Rooney, Adrian Barry and Neil Treacy battle it out in the Crappy Quiz.
2018-12-0700 min