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The Upperlimits ShowEp.126: Jemma Kennedy: Hillview Business Services - Transforming Industry and Compliance StandardsOn this episode of The Upperlimits Show, CEO Nick Psaila and guest star Jemma Kennedy, owner and CEO of Hillview Business Services converse about her journey from working in FIFO to starting her own business. Gemma shares how her experience in remote site management led her to establish a business dedicated to transforming industry and compliance standards. We'll discuss the ins and outs of ISO certification, why it's crucial for business credibility and growth, and how Gemma's team helps companies streamline operations for long-term success. Whether you're a business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur...2024-08-1629 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp.126: Jemma Kennedy: Hillview Business Services - Transforming Industry and Compliance StandardsOn this episode of The Upperlimits Show, CEO Nick Psaila and guest star Jemma Kennedy, owner and CEO of Hillview Business Services converse about her journey from working in FIFO to starting her own business. Gemma shares how her experience in remote site management led her to establish a business dedicated to transforming industry and compliance standards. We'll discuss the ins and outs of ISO certification, why it's crucial for business credibility and growth, and how Gemma's team helps companies streamline operations for long-term success. Whether you're a business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur...2024-08-1629 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp.125: James Russell: Tradie VA - Masters at Customer Care, Service Technicians, and Analytics SpecialistsOn this episode of The Upperlimits Show, CEO Nick Psaila and guest star James Russell, owner and CEO of Tradie VA converse about streamlining business operations and empowering trades and construction entrepreneurs. Tradie VA are experts in optimizing workflows for trades, discusses their innovative approach to offloading tasks and creating efficient processes. They emphasise the importance of clarity and trust in delegating responsibilities, using AI and video processes to simplify training and operations manuals. The goal is to free up business owners from daily operational burdens and enable scalability without sacrificing quality. Tune...2024-06-1947 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp.125: James Russell: Tradie VA - Masters at Customer Care, Service Technicians, and Analytics SpecialistsOn this episode of The Upperlimits Show, CEO Nick Psaila and guest star James Russell, owner and CEO of Tradie VA converse about streamlining business operations and empowering trades and construction entrepreneurs. Tradie VA are experts in optimizing workflows for trades, discusses their innovative approach to offloading tasks and creating efficient processes. They emphasise the importance of clarity and trust in delegating responsibilities, using AI and video processes to simplify training and operations manuals. The goal is to free up business owners from daily operational burdens and enable scalability without sacrificing quality. Tune...2024-06-1947 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp.124: Beware of the INCENDIARY State of the Building Industry! Take Action Now to Make Sure your Safe from Liquidation.The building and construction industry has turned into an explosive area for businesses. How can you navigate this minefield and prepare for the worst so it does not happen? In this episode of the Upper Limits Show, host Nick Psaila delves into the alarming state of the building industry, offering crucial insights and strategies for entrepreneurs facing challenging times. Through anecdotes and expert advice, he emphasises the importance of knowing your numbers, planning ahead, and building a solid support network of professionals to navigate potential crises. The 3 Key Learnings: Know Y...2024-03-2616 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp.124: Beware of the INCENDIARY State of the Building Industry! Take Action Now to Make Sure your Safe from Liquidation.The building and construction industry has turned into an explosive area for businesses. How can you navigate this minefield and prepare for the worst so it does not happen? In this episode of the Upper Limits Show, host Nick Psaila delves into the alarming state of the building industry, offering crucial insights and strategies for entrepreneurs facing challenging times. Through anecdotes and expert advice, he emphasises the importance of knowing your numbers, planning ahead, and building a solid support network of professionals to navigate potential crises. The 3 Key Learnings: Know Y...2024-03-2616 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 114: Maintaining a Healthy Relationship with your Business Partner - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris break down the pros and cons of running a business with your life partner. How do you maintain a healthy business pairing AND nurture your personal relationship at the same time? If your significant business-other is also a dear friend, are there lines and where do you draw them? Maintaining business and personal relationships is never easy but there’s wisdom in experience, and Nick has coached hundreds of couples in this space – and seen many great duos flourish when balanc...2023-07-2832 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 114: Maintaining a Healthy Relationship with your Business Partner - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris break down the pros and cons of running a business with your life partner. How do you maintain a healthy business pairing AND nurture your personal relationship at the same time? If your significant business-other is also a dear friend, are there lines and where do you draw them? Maintaining business and personal relationships is never easy but there’s wisdom in experience, and Nick has coached hundreds of couples in this space – and seen many great duos flourish when balanc...2023-07-2832 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 113: 4 High Performance Factors that Lead to a Better Business - Coaching ConversationsIn today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris pivot 180 to look at how your personal life can influence or directly result in a highly profitable business. Sounds contradictory? Not if your business success is a reflection of you. Learn about Nick’s four steps to personal success so you can reclaim time, encourage learning, adopt the concept of giving and focus on family. If you are the business owner who says “I have no time”, this episode is for you. In fact, it might just be the wake-up call we all need….2023-07-1736 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 113: 4 High Performance Factors that Lead to a Better Business - Coaching ConversationsIn today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris pivot 180 to look at how your personal life can influence or directly result in a highly profitable business. Sounds contradictory? Not if your business success is a reflection of you. Learn about Nick’s four steps to personal success so you can reclaim time, encourage learning, adopt the concept of giving and focus on family. If you are the business owner who says “I have no time”, this episode is for you. In fact, it might just be the wake-up call we all need….2023-07-1736 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 109: Nick chats with Dr Angela Lauria - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick speaks with very special guest, Dr Angela Lauria – founder of the Author Incubator. Angela recounts her life story; spring-loaded with inspiration and an immense wellspring of single-focused energy. You’ll learn how Angela’s mid-life autism diagnosis allowed her to touch the lives of thousands of people. And having helped more than 500 first-time authors publish high-quality, life-changing, bestselling books, Angela has further words of wisdom for all us. Enjoy this very special conversation with Dr Angela Laurea… Time Code/Show No...2023-06-1349 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 109: Nick chats with Dr Angela Lauria - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick speaks with very special guest, Dr Angela Lauria – founder of the Author Incubator. Angela recounts her life story; spring-loaded with inspiration and an immense wellspring of single-focused energy. You’ll learn how Angela’s mid-life autism diagnosis allowed her to touch the lives of thousands of people. And having helped more than 500 first-time authors publish high-quality, life-changing, bestselling books, Angela has further words of wisdom for all us. Enjoy this very special conversation with Dr Angela Laurea… Time Code/Show No...2023-06-1349 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 108: Nick chats with Justin from Resurgent ConsultancyEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick speaks with Justin Sehmish from Resurgent Consultancy. A former Officer in the Australian Defence Force and previous political staffer, Justin brings valuable insight to growing businesses in both the government and private sectors. With their eye on the political sphere surrounding grants and contracts, Resurgent’s knowledge helps business owners focus on the every-day running of their business. In this episode of Coaching Conversations, you’ll be motivated to look at new opportunities… because they are out there… and the right people...2023-05-1622 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 108: Nick chats with Justin from Resurgent ConsultancyEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick speaks with Justin Sehmish from Resurgent Consultancy. A former Officer in the Australian Defence Force and previous political staffer, Justin brings valuable insight to growing businesses in both the government and private sectors. With their eye on the political sphere surrounding grants and contracts, Resurgent’s knowledge helps business owners focus on the every-day running of their business. In this episode of Coaching Conversations, you’ll be motivated to look at new opportunities… because they are out there… and the right people...2023-05-1622 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 106: Losing Your Mind BUT Staying in the Moment - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris talk about how you can lose your mind but still be in the moment. They’re not talking magic mushrooms; it’s the process of taking yourself off autopilot and momentarily removing the monotonous strain of business routine. In this very different episode of Coaching Conversations, you’ll learn that priority management has to happen in order for you to connect with your values. Let’s find out how you can address some of those critical questions in t...2023-05-0439 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 106: Losing Your Mind BUT Staying in the Moment - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris talk about how you can lose your mind but still be in the moment. They’re not talking magic mushrooms; it’s the process of taking yourself off autopilot and momentarily removing the monotonous strain of business routine. In this very different episode of Coaching Conversations, you’ll learn that priority management has to happen in order for you to connect with your values. Let’s find out how you can address some of those critical questions in t...2023-05-0439 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 103: Be The CHANGE You Want to See in your Business - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris talk about “being the change you want to see in the world” – or, in this case… your “business” When faced with friction and adversity, you can learn to dig deep and be ‘the change’. There are strategies to stop repeating the same behaviour and spinning negative thoughts day-to-day, week-to-week. Compromise is the number one consideration when looking at change. But how do find that happy middle ground with a different mindset? Enjoy this new episode, full of positive ideas...2023-04-0334 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 103: Be The CHANGE You Want to See in your Business - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris talk about “being the change you want to see in the world” – or, in this case… your “business” When faced with friction and adversity, you can learn to dig deep and be ‘the change’. There are strategies to stop repeating the same behaviour and spinning negative thoughts day-to-day, week-to-week. Compromise is the number one consideration when looking at change. But how do find that happy middle ground with a different mindset? Enjoy this new episode, full of positive ideas...2023-04-0334 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 99: Nick chats with Julian Krishnan Nair from BuildXactEPISODE IN BRIEF Today’s episode of Coaching Conversations brings two great minds together to talk `software on site’. Nick from Up Coach invites Julian from Buildxact to join the conversation! Learn how the right construction management software can help you run construction projects, from take-off to invoice! Re-claim time for re-setting goals early in the year and discover why the nuts of bolts of running a worksite are well-oiled with the use of good management tech. This new episode of Coaching Conversations is all about making life easier. Let’s g...2023-02-1221 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 99: Nick chats with Julian Krishnan Nair from BuildXactEPISODE IN BRIEF Today’s episode of Coaching Conversations brings two great minds together to talk `software on site’. Nick from Up Coach invites Julian from Buildxact to join the conversation! Learn how the right construction management software can help you run construction projects, from take-off to invoice! Re-claim time for re-setting goals early in the year and discover why the nuts of bolts of running a worksite are well-oiled with the use of good management tech. This new episode of Coaching Conversations is all about making life easier. Let’s g...2023-02-1221 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 98: How to get REFOCUSED in 2023 - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Welcome to 2023 – Time to re-focus and re-invent our business selves early in the New Year! That’s the message from Australia’s favourite business mentors, Nick and Chris from UPCOACH. Today, they’re keen to help you shake it up early, showing you how to change gears by reviewing and refreshing what you’ve always done - but also putting on the breaks - so you can look at different paths to achieving goals. This new episode of Coaching Conversations is just what you need to move into the next 12 months wit...2023-02-0225 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 98: How to get REFOCUSED in 2023 - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Welcome to 2023 – Time to re-focus and re-invent our business selves early in the New Year! That’s the message from Australia’s favourite business mentors, Nick and Chris from UPCOACH. Today, they’re keen to help you shake it up early, showing you how to change gears by reviewing and refreshing what you’ve always done - but also putting on the breaks - so you can look at different paths to achieving goals. This new episode of Coaching Conversations is just what you need to move into the next 12 months wit...2023-02-0225 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 97: Our BIGGEST & BEST Lessons from 2022 - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Welcome! Nick and Chris reflect on the year that was as we wind down our businesses for the holiday period. The Upcoach masters share their most powerful - and surprising – insights from the past 12 months. Much of the year was far from easy for small to medium-sized businesses. Today’s episode of Coaching Conversations is choc-full of golden takeaways; a reminder of why we do what we do – and how we can continue to challenge our mindset so our businesses may grow in 2023…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.26 ...2022-12-1635 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 97: Our BIGGEST & BEST Lessons from 2022 - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Welcome! Nick and Chris reflect on the year that was as we wind down our businesses for the holiday period. The Upcoach masters share their most powerful - and surprising – insights from the past 12 months. Much of the year was far from easy for small to medium-sized businesses. Today’s episode of Coaching Conversations is choc-full of golden takeaways; a reminder of why we do what we do – and how we can continue to challenge our mindset so our businesses may grow in 2023…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.26 ...2022-12-1635 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 96: Nick chats with Dru Morgan from Morgan Business SalesEPISODE IN BRIEF Today, Nick speaks with special guest, Dru Morgan from Morgan Business Sales. As a specialist business broker, Dru has helped thousands of business owners prepare their businesses for sale. Over 25 years, he has created systems to help scale operations and developed exit strategies so business owners can realise their hard-earned and long-awaited freedoms. Today’s episode of Coaching Conversations is a clever dive into the professional trajectory of a man who went from real estate to business sales – and what he has learned now that he is at the top of h...2022-12-1437 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 96: Nick chats with Dru Morgan from Morgan Business SalesEPISODE IN BRIEF Today, Nick speaks with special guest, Dru Morgan from Morgan Business Sales. As a specialist business broker, Dru has helped thousands of business owners prepare their businesses for sale. Over 25 years, he has created systems to help scale operations and developed exit strategies so business owners can realise their hard-earned and long-awaited freedoms. Today’s episode of Coaching Conversations is a clever dive into the professional trajectory of a man who went from real estate to business sales – and what he has learned now that he is at the top of h...2022-12-1437 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 95: WHY you should Evolve Your Brand - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Today, Nick and Chris get into the nitty gritty of evolving your brand. Are you hustling to make sales and ensuring you remain profitable at the expense of developing your brand? Have you given thought as to how you can create fame for your business – and to hero your brand for extra sales leverage? Today’s episode of Coaching Conversations is more of the terrific Up-Coach wisdom we need as we wind down an enormous year and gear up for the next… Time Code/Show Notes 0.26 Intro...2022-12-1433 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 95: WHY you should Evolve Your Brand - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Today, Nick and Chris get into the nitty gritty of evolving your brand. Are you hustling to make sales and ensuring you remain profitable at the expense of developing your brand? Have you given thought as to how you can create fame for your business – and to hero your brand for extra sales leverage? Today’s episode of Coaching Conversations is more of the terrific Up-Coach wisdom we need as we wind down an enormous year and gear up for the next… Time Code/Show Notes 0.26 Intro...2022-12-1433 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 94: Collaboration vs Competing in 2023 - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Today, Nick and Chris talk discuss business trends in 2023 and how collaboration can be a vastly superior strategy to competing in non-busy periods. How do we, as business owners, lift each other up and truly get through tough times together? By looking differently at your two biggest outlays of rent and wages plus cash flow and materials, you’ll see a wider picture and a new way forward in 2023 when things are slow. Today’s episode of Coaching Conversations is just the motivation we need to feel good about contingency plan...2022-11-3022 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 94: Collaboration vs Competing in 2023 - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Today, Nick and Chris talk discuss business trends in 2023 and how collaboration can be a vastly superior strategy to competing in non-busy periods. How do we, as business owners, lift each other up and truly get through tough times together? By looking differently at your two biggest outlays of rent and wages plus cash flow and materials, you’ll see a wider picture and a new way forward in 2023 when things are slow. Today’s episode of Coaching Conversations is just the motivation we need to feel good about contingency plan...2022-11-3022 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 93: Knowing `Which Hat to Wear When’ - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Today, Nick and Chris discuss `what hat to wear when’ as you go about running your daily business. How do you break down responsibilities and roles? Are you still wearing every hat (as you did from day one?) This episode asks you to consider the number of hats you wear daily; from your business leader hat to sales…. to your recruiting hat. Learn how to rewire your thinking so that you save money by delegating the jobs you have outgrown! It’s an eye-opener – so simple, yet so challeng...2022-11-2221 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 93: Knowing `Which Hat to Wear When’ - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Today, Nick and Chris discuss `what hat to wear when’ as you go about running your daily business. How do you break down responsibilities and roles? Are you still wearing every hat (as you did from day one?) This episode asks you to consider the number of hats you wear daily; from your business leader hat to sales…. to your recruiting hat. Learn how to rewire your thinking so that you save money by delegating the jobs you have outgrown! It’s an eye-opener – so simple, yet so challeng...2022-11-2221 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 84: Nick Psaila - EVOLVE Upperlimits MastermindEPISODE NOTES: 0.35 Evolve Upper Limits Mastermind Episode 6 with Nick Psaila showcases a new way to tap into a smart mindset to evolve your business… 3.45 Stop playing too small. You are the universe, you are omnipotent and omnipresent. You must be present and play the game to infinity. Become more. Start playing at the next level. 10.30 The Memetic Virus is the selfish gene and is not open-solution-based thinking. Smart thinking is an attitude of change; to the betterment of your life and those around you. 13.45 Nicks shares his views on re-invention. On changing...2022-11-071h 18The Upperlimits ShowEp 84: Nick Psaila - EVOLVE Upperlimits MastermindEPISODE NOTES: 0.35 Evolve Upper Limits Mastermind Episode 6 with Nick Psaila showcases a new way to tap into a smart mindset to evolve your business… 3.45 Stop playing too small. You are the universe, you are omnipotent and omnipresent. You must be present and play the game to infinity. Become more. Start playing at the next level. 10.30 The Memetic Virus is the selfish gene and is not open-solution-based thinking. Smart thinking is an attitude of change; to the betterment of your life and those around you. 13.45 Nicks shares his views on re-invention. On changing...2022-11-071h 18
The Upperlimits ShowEp 83: How Givers Gain - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Fresh from the UpCoach Two Day Mastermind event on the Gold Coast, Nick and Chris talk more about the Giver’s Gain principle. Giving first and giving something of value – without expectation of return – is a powerful business tool. If you replace expectation with appreciation, all parts of your life will change. Nick calls them `Connection Credits’… and this episode is all about building value through relationships and generosity. There’s a lot to take-away from today’s Coaching Conversation so let’s get into it…. Time Code/Show Not...2022-10-2423 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 83: How Givers Gain - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Fresh from the UpCoach Two Day Mastermind event on the Gold Coast, Nick and Chris talk more about the Giver’s Gain principle. Giving first and giving something of value – without expectation of return – is a powerful business tool. If you replace expectation with appreciation, all parts of your life will change. Nick calls them `Connection Credits’… and this episode is all about building value through relationships and generosity. There’s a lot to take-away from today’s Coaching Conversation so let’s get into it…. Time Code/Show Not...2022-10-2423 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 82: Nick chats with Veronica from Ultima Building Group - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF If you’ve ever considered partnering with a business coach, here’s a success story that will knock your tradie-socks off. Nick invites Veronica from Ultima Building Group to share her insights. Ultima is a motivated, high-end residential building company in Sydney; a business built from scratch by Veronica and her builder husband Chris. Veronica’s passion is infectious and her message echoes the Up Coach mantra of `doing what you love’. Channel the motivation of an energy-inspiring episode of Coaching Conversations…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.26...2022-09-2617 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 82: Nick chats with Veronica from Ultima Building Group - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF If you’ve ever considered partnering with a business coach, here’s a success story that will knock your tradie-socks off. Nick invites Veronica from Ultima Building Group to share her insights. Ultima is a motivated, high-end residential building company in Sydney; a business built from scratch by Veronica and her builder husband Chris. Veronica’s passion is infectious and her message echoes the Up Coach mantra of `doing what you love’. Channel the motivation of an energy-inspiring episode of Coaching Conversations…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.26...2022-09-2617 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 81: Owning the Racecourse (not the racehorse) - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF If owning the race course – and not the racehorse – hits you right in the entrepreneurial bread basket, you’re going to love this latest coaching conversation… It’s all about revenue streams and casting that net wide – but only after proving your business has what it takes for at least, 6 months of steady, consistent performance. So, let’s start thinking about what you can do with your business in terms of growth and greater expansion – and enjoy new ideas in this episode of Coaching Conversations…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.26...2022-09-2620 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 81: Owning the Racecourse (not the racehorse) - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF If owning the race course – and not the racehorse – hits you right in the entrepreneurial bread basket, you’re going to love this latest coaching conversation… It’s all about revenue streams and casting that net wide – but only after proving your business has what it takes for at least, 6 months of steady, consistent performance. So, let’s start thinking about what you can do with your business in terms of growth and greater expansion – and enjoy new ideas in this episode of Coaching Conversations…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.26...2022-09-2620 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 80: Nick chats with Matt Gillard from Sammat Education - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF If you’re looking for fresh ways to look at business as we head towards Christmas, get ready for brilliant real-life advice. Today’s conversation will dive deep into the ways professional business coaching has helped Sammat Education help teachers and schools integrate technology into the classroom. Matt from Sammat is a ‘rock-star’ of the Up Coach stable and his insights are both empowering - and realistic. Enjoy this candid eye-opener in yet another cracking episode of Coaching Conversations…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.26 Intro: Business coa...2022-09-1920 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 80: Nick chats with Matt Gillard from Sammat Education - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF If you’re looking for fresh ways to look at business as we head towards Christmas, get ready for brilliant real-life advice. Today’s conversation will dive deep into the ways professional business coaching has helped Sammat Education help teachers and schools integrate technology into the classroom. Matt from Sammat is a ‘rock-star’ of the Up Coach stable and his insights are both empowering - and realistic. Enjoy this candid eye-opener in yet another cracking episode of Coaching Conversations…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.26 Intro: Business coa...2022-09-1920 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 79: Nick chats with Tim & Jane from Aloha Surf Manly - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF There’s nothing like a real-life success story for business inspo and today’s podcast will give you a real insight into how Tim and Jane from Aloha Surf, Manly have sold ‘natural endorphins’ for over 30 years. They are frank and honest about their challenges – and the way they have kept the passion over three decades – as a couple and as a business partnership. There’s a lot to take away in today’s revealing episode of Coaching Conversations…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.26 Intro: Business coach expert Nick Psaila...2022-09-1518 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 79: Nick chats with Tim & Jane from Aloha Surf Manly - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF There’s nothing like a real-life success story for business inspo and today’s podcast will give you a real insight into how Tim and Jane from Aloha Surf, Manly have sold ‘natural endorphins’ for over 30 years. They are frank and honest about their challenges – and the way they have kept the passion over three decades – as a couple and as a business partnership. There’s a lot to take away in today’s revealing episode of Coaching Conversations…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.26 Intro: Business coach expert Nick Psaila...2022-09-1518 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 77: Nick chats with Natasha Marsh from QMS - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF If getting into NDIS and SDA has been on your radar, this podcast is for you. In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick speaks with special guest, Natasha Marsh from QMS Certification; a premium solution provider for Employment and Industrial Relations Services. Natasha breaks down the pathways to achieving both NDIS and SDA certification and Nick reveals why it’s a great accreditation to have. Both options can bring financial and philanthropic success to your organisation. There’s a lot to consider in today’s episode of Coaching...2022-08-2918 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 77: Nick chats with Natasha Marsh from QMS - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF If getting into NDIS and SDA has been on your radar, this podcast is for you. In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick speaks with special guest, Natasha Marsh from QMS Certification; a premium solution provider for Employment and Industrial Relations Services. Natasha breaks down the pathways to achieving both NDIS and SDA certification and Nick reveals why it’s a great accreditation to have. Both options can bring financial and philanthropic success to your organisation. There’s a lot to consider in today’s episode of Coaching...2022-08-2918 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 75: Why Customer Service Matters- Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris breakdown the many elements of customer service that ultimately grow - or slow - business success. While Australia is not a service culture, how can we adopt strategies to elevate and care for our customers… Consumers vote with their dollar so Nick asks why so many Aussie business owners accept bad customer service within their own business; why so many tolerate lazy behaviour, poor language and disrespect from their own staff. Ask yourself, would you like to be serve...2022-07-2227 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 75: Why Customer Service Matters- Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris breakdown the many elements of customer service that ultimately grow - or slow - business success. While Australia is not a service culture, how can we adopt strategies to elevate and care for our customers… Consumers vote with their dollar so Nick asks why so many Aussie business owners accept bad customer service within their own business; why so many tolerate lazy behaviour, poor language and disrespect from their own staff. Ask yourself, would you like to be serve...2022-07-2227 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 73: Overcome Min. Wage Increases by Doing THIS - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris discuss recent news on the minimum wage increase and sort through strategies to combat the wage rise. You may have navigated the past two years very well, but for those with staff doing low to medium skill level activities, it’s news that brings yet another obstacle. So, if you’re a business owner and feeling a little unsettled by the government’s decision, this one’s for you. The nitty-gritty of the minimum wage increase is coming up in this...2022-06-2726 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 73: Overcome Min. Wage Increases by Doing THIS - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris discuss recent news on the minimum wage increase and sort through strategies to combat the wage rise. You may have navigated the past two years very well, but for those with staff doing low to medium skill level activities, it’s news that brings yet another obstacle. So, if you’re a business owner and feeling a little unsettled by the government’s decision, this one’s for you. The nitty-gritty of the minimum wage increase is coming up in this...2022-06-2726 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 72: Nick chats with Upcoach Client - Craig Lacey - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick welcomes special guest Craig from EIR Building as they talk about business in tough times and how Craig has moved forward growing brand and revenue. If you’ve ever thought about having a business coach, this is the episode for you. A no-holes-barred, frank discussion on the challenges of letting go and allowing a third party to help you realise goals and dreams. So, let’s get into another uplifting and enlightening episode of Coaching Conversations…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.26...2022-06-1615 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 72: Nick chats with Upcoach Client - Craig Lacey - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick welcomes special guest Craig from EIR Building as they talk about business in tough times and how Craig has moved forward growing brand and revenue. If you’ve ever thought about having a business coach, this is the episode for you. A no-holes-barred, frank discussion on the challenges of letting go and allowing a third party to help you realise goals and dreams. So, let’s get into another uplifting and enlightening episode of Coaching Conversations…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.26...2022-06-1615 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 71: Whats Your Relationship with Money? - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris talk about the breakdown of money – and your relationship to it. They’ll flip your perceptions around cash flow with a keen focus on business owners who habitually check their bank balance and freak out. Sounds uncomfortably familiar… Or perhaps your bank balance gives you a sense of security… that is often misplaced. No matter how you frame your attitude to money, if cash flow keeps you up at night, this podcast is for you. So, let’s get...2022-05-2725 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 71: Whats Your Relationship with Money? - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris talk about the breakdown of money – and your relationship to it. They’ll flip your perceptions around cash flow with a keen focus on business owners who habitually check their bank balance and freak out. Sounds uncomfortably familiar… Or perhaps your bank balance gives you a sense of security… that is often misplaced. No matter how you frame your attitude to money, if cash flow keeps you up at night, this podcast is for you. So, let’s get...2022-05-2725 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 70: What the Heck is Work-Life Integration? - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris talk about work-life balance – or work-life integration. You could be in the office on the phone – or by the pool answering the same call. It’s the luxury of working for yourself AND embracing integration that will change the way you perceive freedom. Forget balance. Think integration. This eye-opening theory with lead you to think about unrealistic views of achievement at the expense of enormous sacrifice. It simply isn’t necessary with a clever new mindset. Take notes; as usual...2022-05-2425 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 70: What the Heck is Work-Life Integration? - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris talk about work-life balance – or work-life integration. You could be in the office on the phone – or by the pool answering the same call. It’s the luxury of working for yourself AND embracing integration that will change the way you perceive freedom. Forget balance. Think integration. This eye-opening theory with lead you to think about unrealistic views of achievement at the expense of enormous sacrifice. It simply isn’t necessary with a clever new mindset. Take notes; as usual...2022-05-2425 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 69: Why You Should NEVER EVER Stop Marketing - Coaching Conversations.EPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversation, Nick and Chris discuss why consistent levels of online and offline marketing will stand your business in good stead, post-pandemic and beyond. Even if your lead generation is traditionally referral or word of mouth, you must keep pushing that marketing pedal to ensure enough lead flow. This chapter questions old school reliance on referral and goodwill, so get ready to take notes; Nick and Chris will blast some myths and lay down the rules on why you must adapt to on an...2022-04-2126 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 69: Why You Should NEVER EVER Stop Marketing - Coaching Conversations.EPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversation, Nick and Chris discuss why consistent levels of online and offline marketing will stand your business in good stead, post-pandemic and beyond. Even if your lead generation is traditionally referral or word of mouth, you must keep pushing that marketing pedal to ensure enough lead flow. This chapter questions old school reliance on referral and goodwill, so get ready to take notes; Nick and Chris will blast some myths and lay down the rules on why you must adapt to on an...2022-04-2126 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 68: How KPI's are the Secret to any Success Story - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Today’s discussion dives into KPIs and why they are so important in business. Measurable progress is not an option – it’s a mandatory strategy for determining success with numbers – and knowing how to read them! That’s not just financial numbers on profit and loss, but sales and marketing as well as employee performance numbers. This chapter asks the big questions. Do you have KPIs in place, can your read them, and ultimately, do you know what to do with them? Listen as Nick and Chris chat...2022-04-1131 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 68: How KPI's are the Secret to any Success Story - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Today’s discussion dives into KPIs and why they are so important in business. Measurable progress is not an option – it’s a mandatory strategy for determining success with numbers – and knowing how to read them! That’s not just financial numbers on profit and loss, but sales and marketing as well as employee performance numbers. This chapter asks the big questions. Do you have KPIs in place, can your read them, and ultimately, do you know what to do with them? Listen as Nick and Chris chat...2022-04-1131 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 65: Lockdown to Liftoff Upperlimits Mastermind - Nick PsailaTime Code/Show Notes 0.35 In Episode 5 of ‘Lockdown to Lift Off’ Up Limits Mastermind, Nick Psaila, founder of Up Coach talks about applying the personality-based performance model to tap into your employee's potential. 2.50 Nick highlights the cutting-edge teamwork of Formula 1 teams and the inspiration of modeling change. In order for things to change, you must change. Think about this: “Change the way you look at things and the things you look at, start to change” What type of connection do you have with your staff (out of ten?) 6.40 When you hire talent, you must...2022-04-081h 05The Upperlimits ShowEp 65: Lockdown to Liftoff Upperlimits Mastermind - Nick PsailaTime Code/Show Notes 0.35 In Episode 5 of ‘Lockdown to Lift Off’ Up Limits Mastermind, Nick Psaila, founder of Up Coach talks about applying the personality-based performance model to tap into your employee's potential. 2.50 Nick highlights the cutting-edge teamwork of Formula 1 teams and the inspiration of modeling change. In order for things to change, you must change. Think about this: “Change the way you look at things and the things you look at, start to change” What type of connection do you have with your staff (out of ten?) 6.40 When you hire talent, you must...2022-04-081h 05
The Upperlimits ShowEp 59: Are You Attending to the Detail in Your Business? - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Attention to detail in business. How do you focus on the little things? How do you ensure those all-important deal breakers are not overlooked? In the latest episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris urge you to slow down. Put on the hand break and focus on the small things that get lost in the pace of day-to-day. Nick will break it down to five key areas to help you re-focus on micro-elements. You will lose respect and revenue if you choose to ignore this avenue for competitive...2022-03-1731 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 59: Are You Attending to the Detail in Your Business? - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF Attention to detail in business. How do you focus on the little things? How do you ensure those all-important deal breakers are not overlooked? In the latest episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris urge you to slow down. Put on the hand break and focus on the small things that get lost in the pace of day-to-day. Nick will break it down to five key areas to help you re-focus on micro-elements. You will lose respect and revenue if you choose to ignore this avenue for competitive...2022-03-1731 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 52: Restore-Reconnect-Reunite Upperlimits Mastermind | Day 1 | John HalkettEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s “Upper-Limits Online Mastermind Presentation” Nick Psaila introduces special guest, GM of Australian Timber Importers Federation (ATIF), John Halkett… John’s passionate support of Australia’s timber industry is evident in his succinct breakdown of the business interests of timber and wood-based products pre and during the Covid years. Improving domestic market access to the timber Australia desperately needs is an enormous challenge in light of supply chain delays and rising costs. And no one knows more about it than John Halkett - who shares his industry ins...2021-12-2333 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 52: Restore-Reconnect-Reunite Upperlimits Mastermind | Day 1 | John HalkettEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s “Upper-Limits Online Mastermind Presentation” Nick Psaila introduces special guest, GM of Australian Timber Importers Federation (ATIF), John Halkett… John’s passionate support of Australia’s timber industry is evident in his succinct breakdown of the business interests of timber and wood-based products pre and during the Covid years. Improving domestic market access to the timber Australia desperately needs is an enormous challenge in light of supply chain delays and rising costs. And no one knows more about it than John Halkett - who shares his industry ins...2021-12-2333 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 51: Restore-Reconnect-Reunite Upperlimits Mastermind | Day 1 | Nick PsailaEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, you become part of the first Restore-Reconnect-Reunite “Upper-Limits Online Mastermind Presentation”. This signature event features keynote speaker, self-made millionaire businessman and dynamic, passionate mentor, Nick Psaila as he delves into the four leadership styles in a unique and relatable webinar. Listen as the hive-mind asks success-focused questions and learn more about yourself as the tribe shares challenging stories and personal revelations. There’s a lot to unpack in this extraordinary Mastermind Presentation… Time Code/Show Notes 0.33 Ch...2021-12-231h 00The Upperlimits ShowEp 51: Restore-Reconnect-Reunite Upperlimits Mastermind | Day 1 | Nick PsailaEPISODE IN BRIEF In today’s episode of Coaching Conversations, you become part of the first Restore-Reconnect-Reunite “Upper-Limits Online Mastermind Presentation”. This signature event features keynote speaker, self-made millionaire businessman and dynamic, passionate mentor, Nick Psaila as he delves into the four leadership styles in a unique and relatable webinar. Listen as the hive-mind asks success-focused questions and learn more about yourself as the tribe shares challenging stories and personal revelations. There’s a lot to unpack in this extraordinary Mastermind Presentation… Time Code/Show Notes 0.33 Ch...2021-12-231h 00
The Upperlimits ShowPeople Profits Purpose - Rodd SanchezIn today’s episode of People, Profits & Purpose Nick invites special guest, Rodd Sanchez, one of Australia’s most highly regarded Acupuncturists and Chinese Herbalists, to deconstruct the myths of non-Western medicine – what’s real, what works, and what doesn’t! If you’ve ever wondered how Chinese medicine can bring your body back into balance, this conversation is for you. Learn how to incorporate the holistic fundamentals of the ancients in this illuminating episode of “Coaching Conversations…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.22 Welcome to the show and intro. 2.35 Rodd Sanchez, an experie...2021-10-0531 minThe Upperlimits ShowPeople Profits Purpose - Rodd SanchezIn today’s episode of People, Profits & Purpose Nick invites special guest, Rodd Sanchez, one of Australia’s most highly regarded Acupuncturists and Chinese Herbalists, to deconstruct the myths of non-Western medicine – what’s real, what works, and what doesn’t! If you’ve ever wondered how Chinese medicine can bring your body back into balance, this conversation is for you. Learn how to incorporate the holistic fundamentals of the ancients in this illuminating episode of “Coaching Conversations…. Time Code/Show Notes 0.22 Welcome to the show and intro. 2.35 Rodd Sanchez, an experie...2021-10-0531 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 48: CRUSHING Business Obstacles & Keeping on Track - Coaching ConversationsHow do we reach our goals in the face of relentless obstacles? How do we stay focused when the path gets rocky? In this episode, Nick and Chris break down the ways to stay on track to reach the goals you’ve set - no matter how many times those goalposts move! And you’ll learn to identify the hurdles before they happen so you’re prepared to leap… in the right direction! In the times we live in, it’s important for business owners to share and discuss the best ways to `stay the co...2021-09-2722 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 48: CRUSHING Business Obstacles & Keeping on Track - Coaching ConversationsHow do we reach our goals in the face of relentless obstacles? How do we stay focused when the path gets rocky? In this episode, Nick and Chris break down the ways to stay on track to reach the goals you’ve set - no matter how many times those goalposts move! And you’ll learn to identify the hurdles before they happen so you’re prepared to leap… in the right direction! In the times we live in, it’s important for business owners to share and discuss the best ways to `stay the co...2021-09-2722 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 47: Health or Wealth - Which comes First? - Coaching ConversationsYou invest in your business – but how often do you invest in your health? In this episode, Nick and Chris dig deep on the relevance of Wealth versus Health. If you forego balance, you accept the risk of running yourself into the ground because your business WILL suffer. But how do you prioritize mental and physical wellness when business is so tough right now? Listen to this inspirational chat on work-life balance in the latest “Coaching Conversations” with Nick and Chris …. Time Code/Show Notes 0.22 Welcome to the show and intro...2021-09-2021 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 47: Health or Wealth - Which comes First? - Coaching ConversationsYou invest in your business – but how often do you invest in your health? In this episode, Nick and Chris dig deep on the relevance of Wealth versus Health. If you forego balance, you accept the risk of running yourself into the ground because your business WILL suffer. But how do you prioritize mental and physical wellness when business is so tough right now? Listen to this inspirational chat on work-life balance in the latest “Coaching Conversations” with Nick and Chris …. Time Code/Show Notes 0.22 Welcome to the show and intro...2021-09-2021 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 46: How to Juggle a Business & Kids - Coaching ConversationsAre you running a business - and a family? Does your work take you away from your kids? If you’re deep down a rabbit hole searching for work-life integration, this episode of Coaching Conversations will delve deep into those conflicting fears – and how you can overcome them. Nick and Chris will draw on their own personal stories plus the latest in research and light bulb moments so you can give your business – and your family – the attention they need. Listen now for life hacks to work-life balance in the late...2021-09-0822 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 46: How to Juggle a Business & Kids - Coaching ConversationsAre you running a business - and a family? Does your work take you away from your kids? If you’re deep down a rabbit hole searching for work-life integration, this episode of Coaching Conversations will delve deep into those conflicting fears – and how you can overcome them. Nick and Chris will draw on their own personal stories plus the latest in research and light bulb moments so you can give your business – and your family – the attention they need. Listen now for life hacks to work-life balance in the late...2021-09-0822 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 45: Making the HARD decisions EASIER in your Business - Coaching ConversationsHow do you make decisions in business? Do you trust your instincts? Do you trust your processes when faced with weighing up pros and cons? In this episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick Psaila and Chris Herbert want you to “back yourself in business”. Qualify who you want to work with before you line up the options. If you’re not feeling it, learn how to dig deeper. The reasons will save you heartache, headaches and even bigger dollars. So … discover how to get the most out of good decision-making by identifying and trus...2021-09-0823 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 45: Making the HARD decisions EASIER in your Business - Coaching ConversationsHow do you make decisions in business? Do you trust your instincts? Do you trust your processes when faced with weighing up pros and cons? In this episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick Psaila and Chris Herbert want you to “back yourself in business”. Qualify who you want to work with before you line up the options. If you’re not feeling it, learn how to dig deeper. The reasons will save you heartache, headaches and even bigger dollars. So … discover how to get the most out of good decision-making by identifying and trus...2021-09-0823 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 41: Why its so Important to Set Financial Targets - Coaching ConversationsToday in Coaching Conversations, Nick Psaila and Chris Herbert discuss the importance of financial KPIs. If you’re serious about growing your business you must have clear financial targets. Loose or vague numbers won’t get you where you need to be. Weekly or monthly, are you striving towards a financial goal? If not, why not? As a base question, how did you go this week? How much money did you make? Nick and Chris dive into how businesses must be accountable for improving profitability with thoughtful, fearless goal setting. So, let’...2021-06-2323 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 41: Why its so Important to Set Financial Targets - Coaching ConversationsToday in Coaching Conversations, Nick Psaila and Chris Herbert discuss the importance of financial KPIs. If you’re serious about growing your business you must have clear financial targets. Loose or vague numbers won’t get you where you need to be. Weekly or monthly, are you striving towards a financial goal? If not, why not? As a base question, how did you go this week? How much money did you make? Nick and Chris dive into how businesses must be accountable for improving profitability with thoughtful, fearless goal setting. So, let’...2021-06-2323 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 40: How to Beat Procrastination - Coaching ConversationsIn this episode of Coaching Conversations, business growth experts Nick Psaila and Chris Herbert break down the reasons we procrastinate and how we can overcome the tendency to shelve the hard decisions. Whether it’s marketing or lead generation, the root cause of procrastination could be costing your business tens of thousands. Nick and Chris discuss the ways in which rationale, logical decisions evade even the most astute business owners. Often it can cost you MORE to fence sit (and those splinters hurt!) This inspiring episode of “Coaching Conversations” will encourage you to...2021-06-0720 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 40: How to Beat Procrastination - Coaching ConversationsIn this episode of Coaching Conversations, business growth experts Nick Psaila and Chris Herbert break down the reasons we procrastinate and how we can overcome the tendency to shelve the hard decisions. Whether it’s marketing or lead generation, the root cause of procrastination could be costing your business tens of thousands. Nick and Chris discuss the ways in which rationale, logical decisions evade even the most astute business owners. Often it can cost you MORE to fence sit (and those splinters hurt!) This inspiring episode of “Coaching Conversations” will encourage you to...2021-06-0720 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 39: How to Make Closing Really Easy - Coaching ConversationsIn this episode, Nick and Chris discuss the three tops ways to convert prospects into action. Listen in as they guys discuss your message, your offer, and your follow-up. What will ensure you beat your competition to winning clients? There are a lot of “tire-kickers” that aren’t ready to spend… how can you reach the ones that are poised to do so? What can you do practically to improve your offer so that our stand out among your peers? How can you ensure you don’t lose a client through lack of follow-up? The answers are simple and pow...2021-06-0723 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 39: How to Make Closing Really Easy - Coaching ConversationsIn this episode, Nick and Chris discuss the three tops ways to convert prospects into action. Listen in as they guys discuss your message, your offer, and your follow-up. What will ensure you beat your competition to winning clients? There are a lot of “tire-kickers” that aren’t ready to spend… how can you reach the ones that are poised to do so? What can you do practically to improve your offer so that our stand out among your peers? How can you ensure you don’t lose a client through lack of follow-up? The answers are simple and pow...2021-06-0723 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 37: How to Improve Your Conversion Rate - Coaching ConversationsIn this episode, Nick and Chris discuss the three tops ways to convert prospects into action. Listen in as they guys discuss your message, your offer, and your follow-up. What will ensure you beat your competition to winning clients? There are a lot of “tire-kickers” that aren’t ready to spend… how can you reach the ones that are poised to do so? What can you do practically to improve your offer so that our stand out among your peers? How can you ensure you don’t lose a client through lack of follow-up? The answers are simple and pow...2021-04-0825 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 37: How to Improve Your Conversion Rate - Coaching ConversationsIn this episode, Nick and Chris discuss the three tops ways to convert prospects into action. Listen in as they guys discuss your message, your offer, and your follow-up. What will ensure you beat your competition to winning clients? There are a lot of “tire-kickers” that aren’t ready to spend… how can you reach the ones that are poised to do so? What can you do practically to improve your offer so that our stand out among your peers? How can you ensure you don’t lose a client through lack of follow-up? The answers are simple and pow...2021-04-0825 min
The Upperlimits ShowEp 36: How to Find your Ideal Customers - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In this episode, Nick and Chris delve into practical ways to help you identify your ideal customer. Are you in a business that can diversify your offering to help you open up a new market? What skillset or resources do you currently have access to that can be re-purposed so you can expand? Nick provides real-life examples of a maintenance company and a coffee company that did just that. Why does Nick spend $25 per person to provide great value to hundreds for free….? Like a good fishing story? Nick’s...2021-03-2525 minThe Upperlimits ShowEp 36: How to Find your Ideal Customers - Coaching ConversationsEPISODE IN BRIEF In this episode, Nick and Chris delve into practical ways to help you identify your ideal customer. Are you in a business that can diversify your offering to help you open up a new market? What skillset or resources do you currently have access to that can be re-purposed so you can expand? Nick provides real-life examples of a maintenance company and a coffee company that did just that. Why does Nick spend $25 per person to provide great value to hundreds for free….? Like a good fishing story? Nick’s...2021-03-2525 min
The Upperlimits ShowCoaching Conversations - Ep 15: How to Deal with Adversity in your Business.In this episode of Coaching Conversations, business growth experts Nick and Chris reveal the secrets of good organisation. Chris is back from a well-earned break and admits, facing an avalanche of work is stressful enough without good systems in place. Fortunately, Nick has proven advice for effective day planning – the bottom line being, you will be more effective when you prioritise, intentionally focus and most importantly, remove distractions. Working smarter, not harder is wonderful in theory – but how do you get there when every day is frantic and unpredictable? Learn a few...2020-10-2623 minThe Upperlimits ShowCoaching Conversations - Ep 15: How to Deal with Adversity in your Business.In this episode of Coaching Conversations, business growth experts Nick and Chris reveal the secrets of good organisation. Chris is back from a well-earned break and admits, facing an avalanche of work is stressful enough without good systems in place. Fortunately, Nick has proven advice for effective day planning – the bottom line being, you will be more effective when you prioritise, intentionally focus and most importantly, remove distractions. Working smarter, not harder is wonderful in theory – but how do you get there when every day is frantic and unpredictable? Learn a few...2020-10-2623 min
The Upperlimits ShowCoaching Conversations - Ep 14: Marketing Made Easy for your Business.Are you struggling with marketing? Having trouble generating leads or finding the ideal client? Like to know how to nurture the ones you have? In this episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris reveal the Triple M of Marketing…a simple guide used by hundreds of UpCoach clients over the past six years. Nick has the good stuff on marketing campaigns that actually work… so enjoy and learn how to get the most out of your marketing dollar in the latest “Coaching Conversations” with Nick and Chris ….! Show Notes 0.25 Welcome to the show.2020-09-3024 minThe Upperlimits ShowCoaching Conversations - Ep 14: Marketing Made Easy for your Business.Are you struggling with marketing? Having trouble generating leads or finding the ideal client? Like to know how to nurture the ones you have? In this episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris reveal the Triple M of Marketing…a simple guide used by hundreds of UpCoach clients over the past six years. Nick has the good stuff on marketing campaigns that actually work… so enjoy and learn how to get the most out of your marketing dollar in the latest “Coaching Conversations” with Nick and Chris ….! Show Notes 0.25 Welcome to the show.2020-09-3024 min
The Upperlimits ShowCoaching Conversation - Ep 13: How to get OFF the tools FASTER!In this episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris focus on trade-based businesses. How do you plan to get off the tools faster? Is cash flow the issue? Perhaps you can’t find anyone to do what you do as well as you do it? Or are you simply unwilling to let go? There are many ways to manage money. Ideas to help you learn more about finance and accounting. Systems to bring it all together so growing your bottom line becomes a habit. Money in versus money out – and everything in b...2020-09-2822 minThe Upperlimits ShowCoaching Conversation - Ep 13: How to get OFF the tools FASTER!In this episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris focus on trade-based businesses. How do you plan to get off the tools faster? Is cash flow the issue? Perhaps you can’t find anyone to do what you do as well as you do it? Or are you simply unwilling to let go? There are many ways to manage money. Ideas to help you learn more about finance and accounting. Systems to bring it all together so growing your bottom line becomes a habit. Money in versus money out – and everything in b...2020-09-2822 min
The Upperlimits ShowCoaching Conversations - Ep 12: PURPOSE, "FREE" Consultations & Cashflow TipsIn another episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris discuss the theme of purpose. What motivates you? What gets you out of bed in the morning (besides the alarm). What puts the spring in your step and the drive-in your attitude to achieve more from your waking day? Nick and Chris deconstruct how you determine your greater purpose! When four in five businesses fail, you must make time to work on yourself. What makes you tick, and by association, will it make your business flourish or flounder? Enjoy more...2020-09-2123 minThe Upperlimits ShowCoaching Conversations - Ep 12: PURPOSE, "FREE" Consultations & Cashflow TipsIn another episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris discuss the theme of purpose. What motivates you? What gets you out of bed in the morning (besides the alarm). What puts the spring in your step and the drive-in your attitude to achieve more from your waking day? Nick and Chris deconstruct how you determine your greater purpose! When four in five businesses fail, you must make time to work on yourself. What makes you tick, and by association, will it make your business flourish or flounder? Enjoy more...2020-09-2123 min
The Upperlimits ShowCoaching Conversations - Ep 10: Time Management Secrets & Bigger Picture ThinkingEPISODE IN BRIEF In this episode, Nick and Chris crunch the nitty-gritty of time and priority. We all have a limited supply, but time is easily squandered when we are paralysed with uncertainty. If you’re struggling with your business vision and the “pivot” is harder to action as the months click over, Nick has great advice on how you can change your perspective. Re-inventing and adapting is key. What do you really want from your business as the world moves into this “new normal”? There’s a lot to unpack in...2020-09-0221 minThe Upperlimits ShowCoaching Conversations - Ep 10: Time Management Secrets & Bigger Picture ThinkingEPISODE IN BRIEF In this episode, Nick and Chris crunch the nitty-gritty of time and priority. We all have a limited supply, but time is easily squandered when we are paralysed with uncertainty. If you’re struggling with your business vision and the “pivot” is harder to action as the months click over, Nick has great advice on how you can change your perspective. Re-inventing and adapting is key. What do you really want from your business as the world moves into this “new normal”? There’s a lot to unpack in...2020-09-0221 min
The Upperlimits ShowCoaching Conversations - Ep 9: Mind Interventions, Removing Stress and Inspiring your TeamIn this episode, Nick and Chris delve into the issues of mindset in business. When your best master is your mind, how do you harness positive power? How can you turn down thoughts of failure, disappointment and professional lethargy? Nick opens up about his own times of uncertainty with inspired suggestions for navigating stress. You can survive an ongoing health crisis plus social and business de-motivation when you are supported by good people. And finally, what’s the best way to motivate and inspire your team? How do you get the be...2020-08-1422 minThe Upperlimits ShowCoaching Conversations - Ep 9: Mind Interventions, Removing Stress and Inspiring your TeamIn this episode, Nick and Chris delve into the issues of mindset in business. When your best master is your mind, how do you harness positive power? How can you turn down thoughts of failure, disappointment and professional lethargy? Nick opens up about his own times of uncertainty with inspired suggestions for navigating stress. You can survive an ongoing health crisis plus social and business de-motivation when you are supported by good people. And finally, what’s the best way to motivate and inspire your team? How do you get the be...2020-08-1422 min