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Thriving BusinessEp #7 | Price for Profit: Why What You Charge Says Everything About How You See Your Own ValueSend a question or message to Kate & SamWelcome to Episode 7 of the Roadmap to Business Success series, our second episode in Quadrant 2 of the Thriving Business Wheel: Keep More | Profitable Operations.Pricing is one of the most emotionally loaded topics in business. Many business owners, particularly women, are significantly undercharging, and it's costing them not just money, but credibility and energy."Being the cheapest in the market doesn't make you attractive. It makes you look desperate."In this episode, you will learn:Why under-pricing...
2026-04-1642 min
Thriving BusinessEp #6 | Master Your Money: The Profit First Approach to Keeping More of What You EarnSend a question or message to Kate & SamWelcome to Episode 6 of the Roadmap to Business Success series, and the first episode of Quadrant 2: Keep More | Profitable Operations!You've done the work to generate revenue. Now it's time to talk about the part most business owners avoid until it's too late: keeping it.In this episode, Sam takes the lead on one of her favourite topics: money. Not the fluffy version, but the practical, roll-up-your-sleeves kind that actually changes how your business feels to run day to day.
2026-04-0844 min
Thriving BusinessEp #5 | Sell with Ease: How to Turn Conversations into Clients Without the IckSend a question or message to Kate & SamWelcome to Episode 5 of the Roadmap to Business Success series, and the final episode of Quadrant 1: Revenue Generation!If the word "selling" makes you cringe, you're not alone. In this episode, Kate and Sam get honest about their complicated relationships with sales and how reframing selling as serving completely changes the game."People don't mind being sold to, they just don't like being sold to poorly."In this episode, you'll learn:Why selling is actually serving:...
2026-03-3043 min
Thriving BusinessEp #4 | Marketing that Works: How to Get Your Offer in Front of the Right PeopleSend a question or message to Kate & Sam"Marketing is the communication bridge between your business and your potential customers."In this fourth episode of the Roadmap to Business Success series, hosts Kate and Sam explore the next layer in the Revenue Generation quadrant of the Thriving Business Wheel: Marketing Strategy. Now that you've nailed your business identity and crafted your irresistible offer, it's time to take it to market. But marketing is one of the most misunderstood, and misused, areas of business. In this episode, Kate and Sam c...
2026-03-2645 min
Thriving BusinessEp #3 | Craft an Irresistible Offer and Watch Your Revenue Generation SoarSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this third episode of the Roadmap to Business Success series, hosts Kate and Sam explore the second part of the revenue quadrant: how to craft an irresistible offer. Described as the "engine" of your revenue generation model, an irresistible offer is about providing a compelling solution to a problem that people feel compelled to say "yes" to.In this episode, you will learn:The Power of Specificity: Why your offer must solve a very specific problem
2026-03-2049 min
Thriving BusinessEp #2 | Define Your Business Identity: The Foundation of Revenue GenerationSend a question or message to Kate & SamWelcome to Season 2, Episode 2 of the Thriving Business Podcast!Over the next 18 episodes, we're walking you through all the essential elements of business building in a structured way, based on our Thriving Business Wheel, with the following four quadrants:Quadrant 1: Earn (Revenue Generation)Quadrant 2: Keep (Profitability)Quadrant 3: Grow (Capacity and Scaling)Quadrant 4: Lead (Lead with Impact)Today's episode begins in quadrant one (revenue generation) by covering the foundational topic of Business Identity."Marketing fails when...
2026-03-1149 min
Thriving BusinessEp #1 | The Roadmap to Business Success: Unveiling Our New Framework, The Thriving Business WheelSend a question or message to Kate & SamIntroducing the Thriving Business Wheel: An 18-Episode Framework for Growth Without BurnoutHosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris share a new 18-episode plan for the Thriving Business Podcast built around the “Thriving Business Wheel,” a four-quadrant framework that encompasses:Earn (revenue generation)Keep (profitability)Grow (capacity and scaling)Lead (leadership). In this episode, Kate and Sam excitedly talk through the preview of their upcoming curriculum and why business owners need an all-encompassing framework like this. Over the next 4-5 months, Kate a...
2026-03-0451 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveWorrying Valentines Day as a single person who wants to find love? Listen to this!Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. If Valentine’s Day makes you feel anxious, lonely, sad, or “behind” in life, this episode is for you.In this honest and grounding conversation, Sam Morris shares why feeling triggered on February 14th is completely normal especially if you’re single, newly single, or healing from a toxic relationship.This isn’t a “just love yourself” pep talk.It’s a nervous-system-aware, reality-based guide to surviving Valentine’s Day without:Download...
2026-02-1120 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveWorrying Valentines Day as a single person who wants to find love? Listen to this!Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. If Valentine’s Day makes you feel anxious, lonely, sad, or “behind” in life, this episode is for you.In this honest and grounding conversation, Sam Morris shares why feeling triggered on February 14th is completely normal especially if you’re single, newly single, or healing from a toxic relationship.This isn’t a “just love yourself” pep talk.It’s a nervous-system-aware, reality-based guide to surviving Valentine’s Day without:Download...
2026-02-1120 min
Thriving BusinessThe Brushing & Flossing of Marketing: Reviews, Local SEO & Getting Found with Maria SandySend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode of The Thriving Podcast, Kate and Sam sit down with special guest Maria Sandy from Bits Web Design to unpack what really makes a small business visible, trusted, and profitable online. Maria shares how she went from designing buildings in her previous career as an architect to “architecting” websites through design, local SEO, and reviews that actually work for real-world businesses.Maria explains why a website has to be both beautiful and functional because if it doesn’t look g...
2025-12-1154 minThriving BusinessWhen Life Hits: How to Build a Business That Runs Without YouSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam welcome special guest Joanne Ross Wells, founder of JRW Bridal, an established custom couture bridal brand in Perth, WA. Joanne shares her journey as a global citizen from growing up in Rhodesia, spending time in London and the USA, being born in New Zealand and immigrating to Australia eight years ago. Jo then built her successful business from the ground up.Joanne opens up about the significant curveballs life has thrown her way in recent...
2025-11-1952 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveJust a little update from SamSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. A little update on what's been going on a Sam Morris HQFind out how to change those patterns with the love loop quiz
2025-11-1201 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveJust a little update from SamSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. A little update on what's been going on a Sam Morris HQFind out how to change those patterns with the love loop quiz
2025-11-1201 minThriving BusinessExploring the Emergence of Agentic AI: The Latest in the Unfolding AI EvolutionSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Sam Morris and Kate De Jong dive deep into the fast-evolving world of AI agents, intelligent digital assistants that don’t just generate ideas, but take action on your behalf.From their earliest experiences experimenting with ChatGPT and Claude.ai to their recent exploration of agentic platforms like Sintra AI, Kate and Sam unpack how you can integrate AI into day-to-day business operations. They discuss the hype, the practical challenges, and the genuine benefits for entrepreneurs who want to scale in an efficient and ef...
2025-10-2948 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveWhat’s Your Strategy to Heal? Why “Time” Isn’t Enough to Move OnSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. In this episode of Whatever Happened to the Gentle Men, Sam Morris dives into one powerful question: What’s your actual strategy to heal?Most people have a plan for everything: their career, fitness, and finances and yet when it comes to healing from heartbreak, rejection, or toxic relationships, they just “hope time will fix it.” Spoiler alert: it won’t.In this honest, practical conversation, Sam breaks down:Why emotion...
2025-10-1519 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveWhat’s Your Strategy to Heal? Why “Time” Isn’t Enough to Move OnSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. In this episode of Whatever Happened to the Gentle Men, Sam Morris dives into one powerful question: What’s your actual strategy to heal?Most people have a plan for everything: their career, fitness, and finances and yet when it comes to healing from heartbreak, rejection, or toxic relationships, they just “hope time will fix it.” Spoiler alert: it won’t.In this honest, practical conversation, Sam breaks down:Why emotion...
2025-10-1519 minThriving BusinessWhat Kind of Business Are You Really Running? The 5 Different Types of Small Businesses in Australia’s Business LandscapeSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Sam and Kate explore the five different types of small businesses—a framework Kate has been developing after nearly a decade of personal experience with different types of business owners. If you've ever felt like traditional business advice doesn't quite fit what you're building… you're not alone.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why traditional business models (like those from The E-Myth by Michael Gerber) don’t work for everyone.The five types of small businesses—and why knowing which one...
2025-09-2334 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveThe Hidden Red Flags You’re Probably Missing on the First Few DatesSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. Ever wondered “Why do I keep falling for the wrong people?” or “How did I miss the signs again?”In this episode, dating & relationship coach Sam Morris reveals the 5 hidden red flags most people overlook in the early stages of dating. From inconsistent communication to oversharing, subtle boundary pushes, and future-faking, you’ll learn how your nervous system tricks you into mistaking chaos for chemistry.Sam shares personal stories, cli...
2025-09-1120 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveThe Hidden Red Flags You’re Probably Missing on the First Few DatesSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. Ever wondered “Why do I keep falling for the wrong people?” or “How did I miss the signs again?”In this episode, dating & relationship coach Sam Morris reveals the 5 hidden red flags most people overlook in the early stages of dating. From inconsistent communication to oversharing, subtle boundary pushes, and future-faking, you’ll learn how your nervous system tricks you into mistaking chaos for chemistry.Sam shares personal stories, cli...
2025-09-1120 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveThe Healing Power of Group Work: Why You Don’t Have to Heal From Toxic Relationships AloneSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. Have you ever tried to heal from a toxic relationship on your own—and felt like you were carrying the entire weight of it by yourself?In this episode of Whatever Happened to the Gentle Men, Sam Morris shares the transformative power of group work in healing from toxic relationships. From her own journey of sitting in the car debating whether to walk into her first support group, to witnessing magical breakthroughs inside her curr...
2025-08-3115 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveThe Healing Power of Group Work: Why You Don’t Have to Heal From Toxic Relationships AloneSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. Have you ever tried to heal from a toxic relationship on your own—and felt like you were carrying the entire weight of it by yourself?In this episode of Whatever Happened to the Gentle Men, Sam Morris shares the transformative power of group work in healing from toxic relationships. From her own journey of sitting in the car debating whether to walk into her first support group, to witnessing magical breakthroughs inside her curr...
2025-08-3115 minThriving BusinessCrocs, Fishing and Buffalo Hunting: How Adventure Became Angus Dicker's Business ModelSend a question or message to Kate & SamWhat happens when you combine crocodile encounters, buffalo hunting, and a submerged 4WD on a broken bridge in the middle of an outback river - with business ambition? You get Angus Dicker's incredible journey.Sam and I had so much fun in this episode! Angus Dicker is not your typical business owner. He’s managed to carve a life for himself in which he gets to do work he loves, in places where most people don’t go. From early beginnings in the military to becoming a Mast...
2025-08-121h 00Thriving BusinessFailed Business Partnerships: Why 70% of Business Partnerships Fail (and How to Beat the Odds)Send a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Sam and Kate delve into the sensitive and often tricky topic of business partnership failures. Globally, around 70% of business partnerships end up dissolving. In a candid and honest conversation, Kate and Sam explore the challenges that arise in business collaborations, acknowledging that while “failure” is possibly an unfair term (because often our biggest learnings come through these experiences), many partnerships naturally come to an end or evolve over time. Sam and Kate offer insights based on their personal experiences and those of their...
2025-07-2537 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveHow Being Honest in Dating Attracts the Right Person | Real Client StorySend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. 🎧 More from Sam:→ Episode on Nervous System Regulation in Dating📚 Join my community of singles healing from heartbreak and finding healthy loveTired of dating hacks that feel fake and exhausting?So is Sam.In today’s short but powerful episode, trauma-informed dating coach Sam Morris shares a real story from one of her 1:1 clients that proves the power of radical honesty in dating. Spoi...
2025-07-1006 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveHow Being Honest in Dating Attracts the Right Person | Real Client StorySend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. 🎧 More from Sam:→ Episode on Nervous System Regulation in Dating📚 Join my community of singles healing from heartbreak and finding healthy loveTired of dating hacks that feel fake and exhausting?So is Sam.In today’s short but powerful episode, trauma-informed dating coach Sam Morris shares a real story from one of her 1:1 clients that proves the power of radical honesty in dating. Spoi...
2025-07-1006 minThriving BusinessFrom Financial Anxiety to Financial Freedom: How to Take Control of Your Future with Confidence — with Gayle McKewSend a question or message to Kate & SamAre you tired of losing sleep over your financial future? In this empowering episode of the Thriving Business Podcast, hosts Kate and Sam are joined by seasoned financial strategist Gayle McKew, who reveals how to transform financial stress into strategic confidence.Gayle shares her journey from a career in banking to becoming an independent financial planner. Her journey shows us how taking control of your financial decisions, even when they're difficult—can lead to both ethical alignment and financial freedom. A...
2025-07-0957 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveWhy Dating Hacks Don’t Work (And What You Actually Need Instead)Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. 🎧 More from Sam:→ Episode on Nervous System Regulation in Dating📚 Join my community of singles healing from heartbreak and finding healthy love🎁 Want to get to know yourself before your next date?Download the free Self-Love Blueprint and start getting clear on what you truly want in love: https://www.thesammorris.com/self-love-blue-print-freebieOr DM me “BLUEPRINT” on Instagram and I’ll send it to you....
2025-07-0704 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveWhy Dating Hacks Don’t Work (And What You Actually Need Instead)Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. 🎧 More from Sam:→ Episode on Nervous System Regulation in Dating📚 Join my community of singles healing from heartbreak and finding healthy love🎁 Want to get to know yourself before your next date?Download the free Self-Love Blueprint and start getting clear on what you truly want in love: https://www.thesammorris.com/self-love-blue-print-freebieOr DM me “BLUEPRINT” on Instagram and I’ll send it to you....
2025-07-0704 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveThe 1-Minute Nervous System Hack to Change how you attract peopleSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. 🎧 More from Sam:→ Episode on Nervous System Regulation in DatingLove healing calculator📚 Join my community of singles healing from heartbreak and finding healthy loveStill stuck in the same patterns with emotionally unavailable or toxic partners — even when you know better?It’s not a mindset issue.It’s not that you’re weak.It’s your nervous system.In this quick e...
2025-07-0404 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveThe 1-Minute Nervous System Hack to Change how you attract peopleSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. 🎧 More from Sam:→ Episode on Nervous System Regulation in DatingLove healing calculator📚 Join my community of singles healing from heartbreak and finding healthy loveStill stuck in the same patterns with emotionally unavailable or toxic partners — even when you know better?It’s not a mindset issue.It’s not that you’re weak.It’s your nervous system.In this quick e...
2025-07-0404 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy Love13 Hidden Signs Your stuck in the Nervous system dating trap (And How It's Blocking you from finding Healthy Love)Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. Are you stuck in the nervous system dating trap? 🎧 More from Sam:Love healing calculator📚 Join my community of singles healing from heartbreak and finding healthy loveIn this powerful episode, Sam Morris (empowered dating and healthy relationship coach) breaks down 13 hidden signs that your nervous system may still be dysregulated after toxic relationships, heartbreak, or trauma—and how these uncons...
2025-06-2743 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy Love13 Hidden Signs Your stuck in the Nervous system dating trap (And How It's Blocking you from finding Healthy Love)Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. Are you stuck in the nervous system dating trap? 🎧 More from Sam:Love healing calculator📚 Join my community of singles healing from heartbreak and finding healthy loveIn this powerful episode, Sam Morris (empowered dating and healthy relationship coach) breaks down 13 hidden signs that your nervous system may still be dysregulated after toxic relationships, heartbreak, or trauma—and how these uncons...
2025-06-2743 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveHow to Stop Getting Overly Attached: Boundaries, Dopamine, and Red FlagsSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. In this powerful episode, dating and relationship coach Sam Morris tackles one of the most common challenges in dating—over-attachment. Sam shares insightful strategies for setting clear relationship boundaries, understanding the dopamine-driven honeymoon phase, and spotting red flags early. 🎧 More from Sam:→ Episode on Nervous System Regulation in DatingLove healing calculator📚 Join my community of singles healing from heartbreak and finding healthy loveBy creating accountability and practical...
2025-06-2614 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveHow to Stop Getting Overly Attached: Boundaries, Dopamine, and Red FlagsSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. In this powerful episode, dating and relationship coach Sam Morris tackles one of the most common challenges in dating—over-attachment. Sam shares insightful strategies for setting clear relationship boundaries, understanding the dopamine-driven honeymoon phase, and spotting red flags early. 🎧 More from Sam:→ Episode on Nervous System Regulation in DatingLove healing calculator📚 Join my community of singles healing from heartbreak and finding healthy loveBy creating accountability and practical...
2025-06-2614 minThriving BusinessThe Exciting Evolution of AI: How to Use the Latest Innovations in Your BusinessSend a question or message to Kate & SamWelcome to another episode of Thriving Business podcast, real stories and innovative insights to help you grow a business that truly thrives.Today, Kate and Sam share an open, thoughtful, and at times surprising conversation about the rapid evolution of AI — how they’re using it today, how it’s impacting their decision-making, and where it’s all heading next.They also take a deep and personal dive into the field of Human Design and how it's helping them both rethink how they structur...
2025-06-2650 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveSelf-Love, Worthiness & the Foundation of Healthy Relationships with Sam Morris - Ep 31Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. In this powerful episode, dating and relationships coach Sam Morris dives deep into one of the most crucial—but often overlooked—elements of dating success: worthiness and self-love.Geared especially toward single individuals navigating love, heartbreak, or self-doubt, this episode is a must-listen for anyone tired of seeking validation from others.Sam shares personal insights from over a decade of coaching, explaining why so many singles struggle with self-worth and how that directly affects the re...
2025-05-1616 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveSelf-Love, Worthiness & the Foundation of Healthy Relationships with Sam Morris - Ep 31Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. In this powerful episode, dating and relationships coach Sam Morris dives deep into one of the most crucial—but often overlooked—elements of dating success: worthiness and self-love.Geared especially toward single individuals navigating love, heartbreak, or self-doubt, this episode is a must-listen for anyone tired of seeking validation from others.Sam shares personal insights from over a decade of coaching, explaining why so many singles struggle with self-worth and how that directly affects the re...
2025-05-1616 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveFeeling Stuck? Real Talk on Self-Love, Mindset & Making Goals Happen - Ep 29Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. SummaryEver feel like you’re doing all the “right” things but still not getting anywhere? In this raw and encouraging episode, Sam Morris gets real about the emotional rollercoaster of personal growth. From battling self-doubt to learning how to actually love yourself through the mess, Sam breaks down how to make progress when motivation fades. She shares practical tips like using visual tools, breaking goals into bite-sized wins, and shifting your mindset so you don’t burn out...
2025-05-0211 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveFeeling Stuck? Real Talk on Self-Love, Mindset & Making Goals Happen - Ep 29Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. SummaryEver feel like you’re doing all the “right” things but still not getting anywhere? In this raw and encouraging episode, Sam Morris gets real about the emotional rollercoaster of personal growth. From battling self-doubt to learning how to actually love yourself through the mess, Sam breaks down how to make progress when motivation fades. She shares practical tips like using visual tools, breaking goals into bite-sized wins, and shifting your mindset so you don’t burn out...
2025-05-0211 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveAre You Really Ready to Date Again? 4 ways to Know (and Heal) Before You Swipe - ep 27Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. Just because you're able to date again doesn’t mean you should. In this honest and healing episode, Sam Morris dives into one of the most important (but rarely asked) questions in dating: Am I truly ready to open my heart again—or am I just trying to fill a void?Whether you're fresh out of a breakup, healing from a toxic relationship, or stuck in the loop of attracting emotionally unavailable people, this episode will help y...
2025-04-1609 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveAre You Really Ready to Date Again? 4 ways to Know (and Heal) Before You Swipe - ep 27Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. Just because you're able to date again doesn’t mean you should. In this honest and healing episode, Sam Morris dives into one of the most important (but rarely asked) questions in dating: Am I truly ready to open my heart again—or am I just trying to fill a void?Whether you're fresh out of a breakup, healing from a toxic relationship, or stuck in the loop of attracting emotionally unavailable people, this episode will help y...
2025-04-1609 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveWhy Do I Always Feel Like I'm Not Good Enough? The Truth About Where That Belief Comes From—and How to Heal It - ep 26Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking “I’m not enough”—you’re not broken, you’re human. In this raw and transformative episode, Sam Morris dives straight into one of the most painful and persistent beliefs people carry: the feeling of not being good enough.Whether it stems from toxic relationships, childhood rejection, or years of self-doubt, Sam helps you understand why this belief forms, how it shows up in your dating life, and what you can do to fi...
2025-04-0906 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveWhy Do I Always Feel Like I'm Not Good Enough? The Truth About Where That Belief Comes From—and How to Heal It - ep 26Send Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking “I’m not enough”—you’re not broken, you’re human. In this raw and transformative episode, Sam Morris dives straight into one of the most painful and persistent beliefs people carry: the feeling of not being good enough.Whether it stems from toxic relationships, childhood rejection, or years of self-doubt, Sam helps you understand why this belief forms, how it shows up in your dating life, and what you can do to fi...
2025-04-0906 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveEpisode 21 Be the CEO of Your Life with Kelly Meyer – From Trauma to TransformationSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. In this powerful episode, Sam is joined by transformational coach and retired professor Kelly Meyer, who shares wisdom from decades of studying and teaching human behavior, emotional healing, and personal development. Together, they explore how to stop living in survival mode and start becoming the CEO of your own life.Kelly explains the concept of “multiple selves” living within us and how understanding which version of ourselves is showing up can radically change our relationships. They also u...
2025-03-2142 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveEpisode 21 Be the CEO of Your Life with Kelly Meyer – From Trauma to TransformationSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. In this powerful episode, Sam is joined by transformational coach and retired professor Kelly Meyer, who shares wisdom from decades of studying and teaching human behavior, emotional healing, and personal development. Together, they explore how to stop living in survival mode and start becoming the CEO of your own life.Kelly explains the concept of “multiple selves” living within us and how understanding which version of ourselves is showing up can radically change our relationships. They also u...
2025-03-2142 minThriving BusinessHow to Protect Your Small Business from IT Crises and Cyber Attacks — with Peter Trenaman from GroupSupport ITSend a question or message to Kate & SamDid you know that almost half of all small businesses in Australia have experienced a cyber attack of some kind in the last year, and the average cost of those attacks is $40,000 AUD? In this episode of the Thriving Business Podcast, hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris welcome Peter Treneman from GroupSupport IT to discuss the critical role of IT and cybersecurity in small business. Together they explore the necessity of consistent data backups, the value of building a relationship with IT p...
2025-03-0742 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveEpisode 19 - How to Manifest the Life You've Always Dreamed Of with Julia StapletonSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. n this episode of "Whatever Happened to Gentle Men," host Sam Morris engages in a compelling conversation with Julia Stapleton, a renowned expert in manifestation and personal development. They delve into practical strategies for manifesting the life you've always dreamed of, exploring the power of intention, visualization, and actionable steps to turn desires into reality. Julia shares her insights on aligning thoughts and actions to achieve personal and professional goals, offering listeners valuable tools to embark on their ow...
2025-03-0356 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveEpisode 19 - How to Manifest the Life You've Always Dreamed Of with Julia StapletonSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. n this episode of "Whatever Happened to Gentle Men," host Sam Morris engages in a compelling conversation with Julia Stapleton, a renowned expert in manifestation and personal development. They delve into practical strategies for manifesting the life you've always dreamed of, exploring the power of intention, visualization, and actionable steps to turn desires into reality. Julia shares her insights on aligning thoughts and actions to achieve personal and professional goals, offering listeners valuable tools to embark on their ow...
2025-03-0356 minThriving BusinessHow Do You Know When It’s Time to Pivot Your Business Strategy?Send a question or message to Kate & SamThis week, Kate sat down with Louise Matson, founder of the iconic shoe brand ‘Louise M Shoes’ to discuss her journey from a seasoned flight attendant to creating a successful and exquisite line of shoes tailored specifically for airline crew and corporate women, combining both comfort and style. Louise shares her experiences in the shoe industry, the art and science behind authentic shoe making and the challenges of an online retail business. The conversation delved into the impact of COVID-19 on retail, the importance of carefully choosing busi...
2025-02-2156 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveEPISODE 17: When life gives you lemons make lemonade(with Sonja Zipser) - the story of how you can overcome whatever life throws at youSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. In this powerful episode of Whatever Happened to Gentle Men, host Sam Morris sits down with Sonja Zipser, a coach, healer, and podcaster, to discuss resilience, healing, and finding empowerment after life’s biggest challenges.Sonja shares her deeply personal story—from being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015 to facing multiple life-altering events in 2017, including the discovery of metastases, the unexpected loss of her mother, and becoming a single mother of three overnight. Instead of letting these...
2025-02-1638 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveEPISODE 17: When life gives you lemons make lemonade(with Sonja Zipser) - the story of how you can overcome whatever life throws at youSend Sam a message of what you are struggling with and she’ll make an episode just for you. In this powerful episode of Whatever Happened to Gentle Men, host Sam Morris sits down with Sonja Zipser, a coach, healer, and podcaster, to discuss resilience, healing, and finding empowerment after life’s biggest challenges.Sonja shares her deeply personal story—from being diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015 to facing multiple life-altering events in 2017, including the discovery of metastases, the unexpected loss of her mother, and becoming a single mother of three overnight. Instead of letting these...
2025-02-1638 minThriving BusinessBusiness Planning Done Differently: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Our Unique 2025 Planning ProcessSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn episode 47 of the Thriving Business podcast, Sam and I discuss the unique business planning processes we’ve implemented for 2025. After nearly a decade of experimenting with different business planning methods and approaches, we’ve both come up with our own approaches: both a little different, but powerful. Our hope is that our insights inspires you to think differently this year also, with the intention to grow and expand more than ever before.Highlights:Navigating Major Life Changes: Kate opens up about her...
2025-02-0259 minThriving BusinessHow to Successfully Scale a Tech Business: Lessons Learned from 25 Years in Sales, Marketing and Entrepreneurship — with Matthew WyattSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, hosts Sam and Kate were honoured to interview Matthew Wyatt, founder of Tech Torque and an expert in helping software and technology companies scale through strategy, sales, and marketing. With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience, including starting 10 successful businesses, running 4 national companies and two international organisations, Matt shares his incredible journey from selling vacuum cleaners door-to-door at age 17 to creating and scaling several multi-million-dollar companies. Matt discusses the power of resilience and training in sales, how modern businesses need to e...
2025-01-081h 00Thriving BusinessFrom Just an Idea to a Thriving Coaching Business, with Elle HackSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this latest episode, Kate was honoured to sit down with Elizabeth (Elle) Hack, founder of The Canine Care Hub and author of the bestselling book “Fetch More Clients: Effectively Market and Grow Your Canine Business in 6 Weeks”.Elle was a client of Kate’s back in 2020, just before the COVID lockdown, when Elle was first starting her business. Elle has since gone on to grow a thriving business dedicated to helping dog grooming and dog care businesses to establish a loyal customer base...
2024-12-2056 minThriving BusinessGood vs Bad Marketing: Breaking Down the US Election Results through a Marketing LensSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode of the Thriving Business Podcast, Sam and Kate dive into the world of marketing through the lens of the recent US election. While politics is at the forefront of many conversations, this episode discusses how successful political campaigns mirror successful marketing campaigns. What You'll Learn:The power of consistency: Kate and Sam break down the impact of consistent messaging in both politics and business. They explore how Trump’s repetitive messages, despite being controversial or factually inaccurate muc...
2024-11-3051 minThriving BusinessWhat it Really Takes to Attract Funding for a Start-Up Venture, with Daniel O'ConnorSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn our most recent episode of the Thriving Business Podcast, we were honoured to sit down with innovation and commercialisation expert Daniel O'Connor. Daniel is on the UN Task Force for Innovation and Competitiveness and has been helping inventors and R&D teams to commercialise their ideas for more than 40 years, so he knows a thing or two about funding start-up ventures! Together we broke down some of the myths and misconceptions that set many start-up founders on the wrong track. We explored the key elements of what it...
2024-11-101h 01Thriving BusinessSurprising New Advances in AI: How to Know What’s Real and Not Real?Send a question or message to Kate & SamEpisode Overview:In this episode, Kate and Sam dive into a discussion of how they’re using AI in business as a tool for organisation, strategy, and even as a coaching assistant. They discuss some of the most recent AI developments that are impacting businesses in previously unimaginable ways. They discuss the continuing implications of AI-generated content, how it can be embraced positively, and the importance of discernment in the digital age.Key Takeaways:1. Using AI to He...
2024-10-231h 00Thriving BusinessEscaping the Owner's Trap: Making Time to Work ON Your Business, Not IN ItSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam discuss the enduring challenge of finding time to juggle all the balls as a business owner and specifically, how to make time to work ON your business, not IN it. It's not an easy task to balance client-focused work with the things that help your business grow long-term, like marketing activities — but it's essential. Join them as they talk through each other's experiences with finding the time to stay growth-focused while delivering top-notch service to clients, and more.Key Topics Di...
2024-10-0247 minThriving BusinessBehind the Curtain with Jessica Gough, The Sugar Duchess: Business, Burlesque and Balancing ActsSend a question or message to Kate & SamThis week we were privileged to be joined by the fabulous entrepreneur-extraordinaire Jessica Gough, a.k.a The Sugar Duchess, founder and owner of Tease Industries Pty Ltd., a company dedicated to providing empowerment platforms for creative artists in the realm of Cabaret and Burlesque. Trained at the WA Academy for Performing Arts (WAAPA) and previously a video journalist for the ABC, Jess took a leap of faith in 2018 to pursue her passion for Burlesque and the performing arts. Kate and Jess met back in 2019...
2024-09-1351 minThriving BusinessHow to Create Revenue Quickly with an Irresistible OfferSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam get into detail about the specific characteristics of an 'Irresistible Offer'. A single irresistible offer can significantly increase your sales and revenue by increasing the conversion of your prospects into paying customers. An irresistible offer is a strategic structuring of your products and/or services where the value-to-cost ratio is value-heavy, making it an easy “yes” for those who need it. It feels like a ‘no-brainer’ and your prospect feels compelled to buy now.However, there is an art to c...
2024-08-3043 minThriving BusinessHow Branding and Graphic Design Can Either Make or Break Your BusinessSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this conversation, Kate and Sam discuss the importance of strong branding and graphic design, sharing some of the good, the bad and the ugly they’ve seen in nearly a decade of coaching business owners to grow their businesses. They emphasise the need for professional input and guidance in creating a strong visual identity. They highlight the significance of colour theory, font selection, white space and ‘kerning’ in graphic design. They also stress the importance of consistency and clarity in branding, as well as the use of tem...
2024-08-1734 minThriving BusinessBreaking Down SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) as an Essential Tool to Fuel Business GrowthSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, we discuss the importance of SEO (search engine optimisation) as an essential building block of your overall business growth strategy. SEO encompasses all the things you do on and off your website to drive visitors to your website (your online shop front). We emphasise the need to get the foundational building blocks and messaging right before diving into SEO, so that your visitors have a better chance at converting once they arrive on your website. We talk about the role of keywords, backlinks, and s...
2024-08-0134 minThriving BusinessLIVE with Angie Giltner in Bali: From Tragedy to Triumph, Recovering from Bad Business DecisionsSend a question or message to Kate & SamThis episode comes to you live from the Inspired Business Retreat in Bali! Kate and Sam unite with Angie Giltner, powerhouse Master Coach and motivational speaker for another episode with Angie (our first episode with Angie is still our most downloaded show to this day - have a listen if you haven’t heard it yet!). Together they reflect on Angie's journey over the past year, coming back from a bad business decision that rocked her to her core. They discuss the importance of forgiveness of oneself and others, ge...
2024-07-201h 04Thriving BusinessMaster Your Marketing Essentials: Discover How to Harness the Power of ThreeSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam discuss fundamentals of marketing, including the importance of lead magnets, landing pages and online nurture sequences in building trust and converting prospects into customers. They emphasise the need to start with the end in mind, aligning free offers with paid offers. They also explore the power of ‘experiential’ lead magnets, such as video series and live events that immerse customers in the brand and build trust quickly. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the rule of three in ma...
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