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Thriving BusinessThe Two Things AI Needs to Change Your LifeSend a question or message to Kate & SamAI only does what you direct it to do. If it’s giving you rubbish, it hasn’t been trained yet or set up for success.Kate De Jong and Sam Morris break down the two things that make AI actually useful in a small business: context and connectors. Sam shows how she runs three businesses with one AI executive assistant that reads her email, calendar and Trello board, then tells her every morning what to focus on.Get the free prompt, “Why Should Anyone Pick Y...
2026-10-1455 min
Thriving BusinessFull Disclosure - When the Truth Finally Comes OutSend a question or message to Kate & SamFull Disclosure: Business Pivots, Finding Your Alignment & What’s Next for UsIn this candid episode of the Thriving Business Podcast, hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris return from a month-long break for an open and honest "full disclosure" conversation. Fresh off their business retreat in Sanur, Bali, Kate and Sam reflect on the importance of creating spaciousness, listening to intuition, and making brave pivots when things no longer feel aligned in business.Key Discussion Points & Takeaways:...
2026-09-1651 min
Thriving BusinessEp #17 | How Your Values Show Up Whether You Name Them or NotSend a question or message to Kate & SamThis is the final episode in our Leadership quadrant, and the last stop on the 16-episode Road Map to Business Success. Sam and Kate unpack why most values statements fail: they're written as nouns, printed on a wall, and disconnected from how the business actually runs day to day.They break down organisational health expert Patrick Lencioni's four types of values, core, aspirational, permission-to-play, and accidental, and why only one of these should actually be driving your business. You'll hear how a real value statement works as...
2026-07-2949 min
Thriving BusinessEp #15 | 95% Of Us Think We Are Self Aware - WRONG!Send a question or message to Kate & SamMost leaders believe they're self-aware. The research disagrees — dramatically.In this episode, Kate and Sam dive deep into one of the most underused leadership skills in small business: genuine self-awareness. Not the "I know myself pretty well" kind — but the kind that closes the gap between how you think you show up and how others actually experience you.They cover:The Tasha Eurich research that stops most people cold (the 95% vs 15% stat)The difference between internal and external self-awareness — and why yo...
2026-06-1940 min
Thriving BusinessEp #9 | Systems Before Staff: The Smart Way to Outsource, Delegate and HireSend a question or message to Kate & SamWelcome to Episode 9 of the Roadmap to Business Success series, and the final episode of Quadrant 2: Keep More | Profitable Operations!You can't outsource chaos. Before you bring anyone into your business, you need systems, clarity, and a clear understanding of what you're actually handing off. In this episode, Kate and Sam get practical about the smartest way to automate, delegate, outsource, and hire — in that order."Systems before staff. You cannot delegate chaos."In this episode, you will learn:The automate → dele...
2026-05-0849 min
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 #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!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:Downloading dating apps in a panicTexting your exRushing into the wrong relationshipPretending you’re fine when you’re notIf you want healthy...
2026-02-1120 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveWorrying Valentines Day as a single person who wants to find love? Listen to this!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:Downloading dating apps in a panicTexting your exRushing into the wrong relationshipPretending you’re fine when you’re notIf you want healthy...
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...
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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 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 minThriving 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 Story🎧 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. Spoiler: she told a man she was healing… and he said he’d wait.This episode is all about getting...
2025-07-1006 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveHow Being Honest in Dating Attracts the Right Person | Real Client Story🎧 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. Spoiler: she told a man she was healing… and he said he’d wait.This episode is all about getting...
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)🎧 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.Sick of dating hacks? Tired of tips that promise to “make him obsessed” or “get the guy fast” — but lea...
2025-07-0704 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveWhy Dating Hacks Don’t Work (And What You Actually Need Instead)🎧 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.Sick of dating hacks? Tired of tips that promise to “make him obsessed” or “get the guy fast” — but lea...
2025-07-0704 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveThe 1-Minute Nervous System Hack to Change how you attract people🎧 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 episode, Sam explains how nervous system dysregulation is often the real reason you keep ending up in the same kinds...
2025-07-0404 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveThe 1-Minute Nervous System Hack to Change how you attract people🎧 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 episode, Sam explains how nervous system dysregulation is often the real reason you keep ending up in the same kinds...
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)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 unconscious patterns silently affect your ability to find and keep healthy, secure love.Even if you've blocked your ex, delete...
2025-06-2744 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)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 unconscious patterns silently affect your ability to find and keep healthy, secure love.Even if you've blocked your ex, delete...
2025-06-2744 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveHow to Stop Getting Overly Attached: Boundaries, Dopamine, and Red FlagsIn 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 timelines, you'll learn how to slow down, make mindful decisions, and protect your emotional health, ultimately leading to healthier, more fulfil...
2025-06-2614 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveHow to Stop Getting Overly Attached: Boundaries, Dopamine, and Red FlagsIn 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 timelines, you'll learn how to slow down, make mindful decisions, and protect your emotional health, ultimately leading to healthier, more fulfil...
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 minThriving BusinessHow Eddie Zhang's Failures Led to His Most Successful Business YetSend a question or message to Kate & SamIt’s refreshing to hear the raw and honest truth about what it really takes to build a successful business. In this episode of The Thriving Business Podcast, host Kate De Jong sits down with serial entrepreneur and systems wizard Eddie Zhang, founder of Zhamatix, to unpack his rollercoaster journey from a disillusioned corporate worker to a five-times business founder.From selling viral charcoal masks to launching a lean consultancy that “supercharges productivity” for small businesses and SMEs, Eddie shares...
2025-05-2844 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveSelf-Love, Worthiness & the Foundation of Healthy Relationships with Sam Morris - Ep 31 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 relationships they attract.She breaks down the emotional patterns that trap people in cycles of rejection and low self...
2025-05-1616 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveSelf-Love, Worthiness & the Foundation of Healthy Relationships with Sam Morris - Ep 31 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 relationships they attract.She breaks down the emotional patterns that trap people in cycles of rejection and low self...
2025-05-1616 minThriving BusinessThe Power of Clarity: Defining Your Business in 10 Words or Less — with Mitchell LevySend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode of the Thriving Business Podcast, host Kate Dong interviews Mitchell Levy, a global credibility expert, executive coach, and TEDx speaker from Silicon Valley, USA.About Mitchell LevyGlobal credibility expert and executive coachTwo-time TEDx speakerAuthor of 65+ booksPublisher of 750+ books through four different publishing companiesHas started 20+ companiesFormer board member of a NASDAQ firm38 years in Silicon Valley, 36 years married, father to a 26-year-old sonMitchell’s Thoughts on Thought LeadershipMitchell views books as va...
2025-05-0452 min
From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveFeeling Stuck? Real Talk on Self-Love, Mindset & Making Goals Happen - Ep 29 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. Whether you're rebuilding after heartbreak, chasing big goals, or just trying to feel okay in your own skin—this one's...
2025-05-0211 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveFeeling Stuck? Real Talk on Self-Love, Mindset & Making Goals Happen - Ep 29 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. Whether you're rebuilding after heartbreak, chasing big goals, or just trying to feel okay in your own skin—this one's...
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 27 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 you get clear. Sam shares key signs that show you're genuinely ready to date again—including how to tell if you’re...
2025-04-1609 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveAre You Really Ready to Date Again? 4 ways to Know (and Heal) Before You Swipe - ep 27 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 you get clear. Sam shares key signs that show you're genuinely ready to date again—including how to tell if you’re...
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 26 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 finally unlearn it. Through her coaching lens and lived experience, she offers grounded strategies to help you rebuild self-w...
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 26 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 finally unlearn it. Through her coaching lens and lived experience, she offers grounded strategies to help you rebuild self-w...
2025-04-0906 minThriving BusinessHow to Cultivate the Most Important Skill in Business: Emotional Intelligence — with James BrydenSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn our latest episode of the Thriving Business Podcast, Kate was honoured to sit down with James Bryden, Emotional Intelligence (EQ) expert and creator of the ‘Wisdumb’ Model. In our humble opinion, ‘Wisdumb’ is the greatest gift you can give yourself, your business and the people in your life — and in this episode we discuss how you can cultivate it.After a career as a footballer, eventually becoming Head Coach of an Indonesian soccer team and reaching ‘celebrity status’ in South East...
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From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveEpisode 21 Be the CEO of Your Life with Kelly Meyer – From Trauma to Transformation 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 unpack the difference between experiencing trauma and living in it, how to detach from familiar pain, and why true transformation requ...
2025-03-2144 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveEpisode 21 Be the CEO of Your Life with Kelly Meyer – From Trauma to Transformation 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 unpack the difference between experiencing trauma and living in it, how to detach from familiar pain, and why true transformation requ...
2025-03-2144 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 Stapleton 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 own transformative journeys.Key Takeaways:Understanding Manifestation: Learn the foundational principles of manifestation and how to apply...
2025-03-0358 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveEpisode 19 - How to Manifest the Life You've Always Dreamed Of with Julia Stapleton 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 own transformative journeys.Key Takeaways:Understanding Manifestation: Learn the foundational principles of manifestation and how to apply...
2025-03-0358 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 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 experiences define her, Sonja transformed her pain into purpose. Today, she helps people worldwide rediscover their inner strength, understand their true...
2025-02-1639 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 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 experiences define her, Sonja transformed her pain into purpose. Today, she helps people worldwide rediscover their inner strength, understand their true...
2025-02-1639 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...
2024-07-0444 minThriving BusinessHow to Bust Through Revenue Stagnation with the Power of Creative Thinking — with Ortal GreenSend a question or message to Kate & SamSummary:In this episode, we were joined by Ortal Green, an expert in creative and innovative thinking. With a background in IT startups in Israel, Ortal spent many years working in the high-tech industry where she realised that the ability to succeed in business comes down to our ability to think creatively and innovatively. This set Ortal on a path to eventually become a mindset shifter and founder of Success by Design. Ortal explains how, sadly, our education system does not develop our...
2024-06-191h 00Thriving BusinessTrusting the Business Journey, Even When Life Throws You CurveballsSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam open up and share some of the things going on behind the scenes that have made life and business challenging in recent months. Building a business is not always an easy journey, especially when life throws curveballs into the mix!Sam shares her recent stressful experiences with some personal medical challenges. She discusses the emotional and mental toll these experiences can have, even while you have to keep showing up for your clients and your business. Kate and Sam talk about t...
2024-06-0557 minThriving BusinessThe Art of Monetisation: How to Set Up Your Business so that it Creates Consistent RevenueSend a question or message to Kate & SamAs business owners, most of us love to share our knowledge and to help others, but to succeed in business you of course need to turn that knowledge-sharing process into revenue generation. In this conversation, Kate and Sam discuss use their podcast as an example of the monetising journey. They discuss the importance of having a clear strategy to build a platform, generate warm leads, and convert them into paying customers. They caution against relying solely on social media for sales, wasting money on branding and design before establishing a...
2024-05-2257 minThriving BusinessWhat Makes a Great Salesperson? Lessons from 33 Years in the Sales IndustrySend a question or message to Kate & SamSummary:In this episode, Kate and Sam are joined by Katie Nelson from Sales Uprising in the USA. Katie’s a seasoned sales professional with over 33 years of sales experience, so she knows what she’s talking about when it comes to selling! Katie shares her natural journey into sales from her first job at a call centre at age 15 to becoming a successful entrepreneur, sharing insights and anecdotes along the way. Katie shares her insights on the quali...
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From Heartbreak to Healthy LoveFinding Calm in Chaos: Stress Reduction Techniques - reduce stress now - Ep 2 Modern life is relentless—and if you’ve been feeling stressed, scattered, or disconnected, you’re not alone. In this calming and practical episode, Sam Morris introduces actionable tools to reduce stress and reconnect with yourself. Drawing from her Program, Sam shares real-life strategies to manage overwhelm, reclaim your energy, and become more present in your relationships and daily life. Whether you’re struggling with burnout, relationship fatigue, or just need to breathe again—this episode is your permission to pause, reset, and take back control.TakeawaysModern life can be overwhelming with work and personal re...
2024-05-0213 minFrom Heartbreak to Healthy LoveFinding Calm in Chaos: Stress Reduction Techniques - reduce stress now - Ep 2 Modern life is relentless—and if you’ve been feeling stressed, scattered, or disconnected, you’re not alone. In this calming and practical episode, Sam Morris introduces actionable tools to reduce stress and reconnect with yourself. Drawing from her Program, Sam shares real-life strategies to manage overwhelm, reclaim your energy, and become more present in your relationships and daily life. Whether you’re struggling with burnout, relationship fatigue, or just need to breathe again—this episode is your permission to pause, reset, and take back control.TakeawaysModern life can be overwhelming with work and personal re...
2024-05-0213 minThriving BusinessUnlock the Secrets to Successful Social Media Marketing with Katrina Collins at Butterfly MediaSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode of the Thriving Business Podcast, host Sam Morris is joined by a special guest, Katrina Collins from Butterfly Media, to delve into the world of social media marketing and Facebook advertising. Butterfly Media is a digital marketing agency that provides effortless lead generation for professional coaches. Katrina believes every person has the potential to do great things which is why she’s committed to shining a light on the brave, authentic and talented coaches who are bogged down by the everyday grind in...
2024-04-2454 minThriving BusinessSYSTEMOLOGY: David Jenyns Shares How to Create Time, Reduce Errors and Scale Your Profits with Proven Business SystemsSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode of the Thriving Business Podcast, hosts Kate and Sam welcome bestselling author and systems master, David Jenyns, to discuss the power of systemisation in business. David shares his entrepreneurial journey, highlighting pivotal moments such as selling pieces of the Melbourne Cricket Ground (fascinating story!) and founding Systemology to help business owners implement systems for scalability. The conversation delves into the misconceptions surrounding systemisation, strategies for overcoming resistance to change among team members, and the role of systems in...
2024-04-1059 minThriving BusinessKate & Sam’s Insider Tips for Hosting Retreats & Events Your Guests Will LoveSend a question or message to Kate & SamIf you’re a business that hosts retreats or events — or you’re planning to — don’t miss this episode! Hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris discuss their insights and personal experiences of both hosting and attending retreats and live events. They share what works and what doesn’t work, plus common pitfalls to avoid. They discuss Kate's upcoming Inspired Business Retreat in Bali, Indonesia, highlighting its intentional design to balance business-focused workshops with ample downtime for reflection and relaxation. Tune in as they share tips o...
2024-03-2732 minThriving BusinessMeet Sydel Sierra, Financially Retired at Age 30 through the Power of CryptocurrencySend a question or message to Kate & SamIn our latest Thriving Business podcast episode, Kate welcomes Sydel Sierra from Digital Wealth Group. Sydel shares her journey as a young adult, helping her family’s martial arts business achieve international success, to then creating abundant levels of wealth through the cryptocurrency market. Sydel’s entrepreneurial spirit, cultivated by her father’s business agility and key mentors she met along the way, led her to explore new avenues for wealth creation. Sydel demystifies some of the main misconceptions about the crypto market and her journey serves as inspiration for th...
2024-03-1457 minThriving BusinessTo Niche or Not To Niche? The Pros and Cons of Niching and a Fresh, Liberating Approach to BusinessSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam tackle a topic that many business owners struggle with: whether or not to “niche down”. Many business coaches advise people to find a niche, which means targeting a specific segment of the market with a specialist service. There are many advantages to doing this, however it can also be constraining and high-risk. Kate and Sam discuss the liberating approach developed by Matt Church at the Thought Leaders Business School which challenges the conventional wisdom of niching. This approach has been...
2024-02-2930 minThriving BusinessNavigating Business Shame, Sharks and Broken PromisesSend a question or message to Kate & SamToday marks a special milestone for us as we celebrate our 25th episode which means we’ve made it to the top 1% of all podcasts launched worldwide! Join us in this celebration as we delve into the power of persistence, along with other taboo topics that often remain shrouded in silence (but which we know are experienced by many) - including the shame of business ‘failure’, falling prey to business ‘sharks’ and the experience of broken promises from bright, shiny online programs. In our candid discussion...
2024-02-1442 minThriving BusinessHow Our Definition of “Success” is Making Us Stressed, Anxious and Unwell — and What We Can Do About ItSend a question or message to Kate & SamSummary:In today’s episode, Kate shares her exciting news about approving her TEDx talk for 2024. The topic? The Fulfilment Effect: How Career Contentment Drives Global Health, Happiness, and Prosperity. Kate and Sam dive into a deep conversation about how our societal expectations, the messages we give our children, our definition of “success” and our education system is leading to rampant burnout, anxiety, and stress in the workplace globally. According to Gallup, 70% of the global workforce is disengaged. In Australia, nearly 60% of professionals report...
2024-02-0137 minThriving BusinessForbes Top 10 Business Trends for 2024: Navigating the Human Side of Business as AI Takes the WheelSend a question or message to Kate & SamSummary:This episode of the Thriving Business podcast delves into the 2024 business landscape, spotlighting the top five pivotal trends based on Forbes analysis for the coming year. Firstly, the advent of Generative AI emerges as a powerful force, necessitating companies to formulate clear AI strategies for sustained competitiveness while emphasising AI as a tool, not a replacement. Secondly, in the era of AI dominance, the podcast underscores the heightened importance of soft skills such as empathy, communication, and emotional intelligence. It advocates for strategic investments...
2024-01-1739 minThriving BusinessHalve Your Marketing Time & Effort Using AI: Sam Shares Her Secrets to Producing Limitless Content in MinutesSend a question or message to Kate & SamSummary:Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly important when it comes to leveraging your time and increasing your productivity, which we all know is the number one challenge and goal for business owners. The more time you can spend on revenue generation, the better! But you still have to have a consistent online presence in the meantime.In this episode, Sam shares insights into enhancing productivity using AI tools to manage her marketing content creation efficiently. There are some great practical tips in...
2024-01-0334 minThriving BusinessFinding Clarity and the ‘Right’ Path to Business GrowthSend a question or message to Kate & SamJoin Kate De Jong and Sam Morris in this episode of the Thriving Business Podcast as they candidly share their entrepreneurial journey, exploring the challenges of finding clarity, embracing specialisation, and achieving business growth through getting clear on their own unique zone of genius. There are so many different pathways available to achieve business growth. But not all of them work consistently and reliably. Kate and Sam share their personal journeys on how their growth has come as a result of evolving clarity, something that can’t be rushed bu...
2023-12-2035 minThriving BusinessBusiness Fixer Richard Wiles Shares How Startups Can Succeed, SustainablySend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this week’s new episode, Kate De Jong and Sam Morris welcome Richard Wiles, an expert in start-ups, capital raising and corporate environmental, social and governance (ESG). Affectionately called ‘The Business Fixer’ by his peers, Richard has a unique ability to analyse businesses to quickly find their most effective pathway to growth.The discussion explores Richard's role as a connector, facilitating vital links between start-ups, funding sources, and strategic partnerships. This new episode serves as a rich source of knowledge, delving into the nuanced dynami...
2023-12-0645 minThriving BusinessDigital Marketing Secrets that Every Business Needs to Know About with Anthony Raspa from Dezign DigitalSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this week’s episode, Kate De Jong and Sam Morris are joined by Anthony Raspa from Dezign Digital, a Perth-based digital marketing agency. Together they explore the intricacies of digital marketing—a terrain familiar yet often challenging for Sam and Kate. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone navigating the digital marketing landscape. Anthony Raspa shares invaluable tips and insider knowledge that are a must-know for every business owner. Whether you're a startup founder or a seasoned entrepreneur looking to refine your digital presence and gene...
2023-11-2245 minThriving BusinessThe Real Reason Why We Need More Women Succeeding in BusinessSend a question or message to Kate & SamMen need to work less. That's the topic of today's discussion! With all the female empowerment stuff out there these days, it’s easy to forget the men. Hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris tackle challenges and societal norms surrounding gender roles in both business and parenting and Sam shares an epiphany she had about her true ‘why’ — which has more to do with supporting men than anything else. Tune into our intriguing new episode of the Thriving Business Podcast as we delve into the real reason why we ne...
2023-11-0838 minThriving BusinessWhat’s Your Signature Business Offer? Learn Why It’s Important to Have a Signature Service and How to Find Yours.Send a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode of the Thriving Business Podcast, hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris discuss why it’s important to have a clear ‘signature service’ or core offering in your business. They emphasise the value of aligning your signature service with your zone of genius, your passion and your avatar’s key challenges and desires. The hosts also stress the significance of speaking the fluent language of your target audience and addressing their pain points effectively in order to sell and convert with ease....
2023-10-2536 minThriving BusinessHow to 10x Your Business and Master Ultra-Targeted Marketing: Pioneering Business InsightsSend a question or message to Kate & SamSummary:In this new episode of the Thriving Business Podcast, hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris dive into their recent experiences and insights with speaking events and books. They begin by discussing Sam's attendance at a James Clear event, where she was motivated to make changes based on the principles from James Clear's book, "Atomic Habits”. They also explore the book "10x Is Easier Than 2x" by Dan Sullivan.Key Highlights:Sa...
2023-10-1135 minThriving BusinessAre You Running a Traditional Business or a Thought Leader’s Practice? A Powerful Conversation with Matt ChurchSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this enlightening Thriving Business Podcast episode, hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris engage in a deep conversation with Matt Church, the founder of the Thought Leaders Business School. With over 15 years of experience, Matt and his team empower experts to bill $500K-$1.5M annually, working just 50-200 days with minimal staff. They're on a mission to help clever individuals overcome self-sabotage and achieve commercial success. Tune in to discover more.Matt Church, the visionary founder of Thought Leaders Global, is a renowned authority...
2023-09-2549 min
Thriving BusinessAngie Giltner, Master Business Coach: How She Went From $2.84 to Building a Successful Business Empire!Send a question or message to Kate & SamIn this new episode, Thriving Business Podcast hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris sit down with Master Business Coach, Angie Giltner. Otherwise known as "The Girl with the Purple Hair" and based in Ohio, USA, Angie shares her remarkable 10-year journey as a business owner, highlighting a pivotal moment when she decided to start her own business after facing workplace discrimination and unequal pay.Key Highlights:Angie's background: Angie, a former social worker and trainer, transitioned into...
2023-09-1454 min
Thriving BusinessNavigating the World of AI-powered MarketingSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam dive deep into the fascinating and rapidly developing world of AI-powered marketing. They share what AI marketing really is and how it can be harnessed for optimal results without falling into common pitfalls.Kate and Sam share their personal experiences with AI in their businesses, especially in email marketing and social media content creation. They emphasise that while AI can provide a valuable starting point, it should be viewed as a tool to enhance human...
2023-09-0549 min
Thriving BusinessCindy Kennedy from the Centre for Sass & Soul on Standing Up and Speaking OutSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate sits down with transformative leadership coach Cindy Kennedy in a candid and insightful conversation about the journey of finding your voice, embracing vulnerability, and speaking your truth in professional environments. Cindy is a motivational coach and keynote speaker who shares her personal experiences, from discovering her authentic self in a coffee shop in her mid thirties to helping professional women find their voice and power. Get ready to dive into a conversation about embracing vulnerability, the transformational power of storytelling, and the importance of...
2023-08-3053 min
Thriving BusinessGetting Candid: The Insecurities, Challenges, and Fears We Face as Coaches and Business OwnersSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam dive deep into the world of business ownership, vulnerability, and the reality of running a business. They openly share their insecurities, challenges, and fears as coaches and business owners, shedding light on the behind-the-scenes struggles that often go unnoticed and are mostly not talked about. Join them as they discuss the complexities of imposter syndrome, the value of experience over formal education, and the rollercoaster ride of revenue generation.Episode Highlights:
2023-08-2254 min
Thriving BusinessHarnessing intuition to do better business with Intuitive Reiki Master Lisa BrandisSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing our dear friend and business colleague Lisa Brandis, founder of Intuitive Reiki International and author of the newly released (and incredible!) book "Intuitive Reiki: A Transformational Journey of Deep Spiritual Awakening." In our discussion, Lisa shares her experience and insights on integrating intuition and spirituality into business, which isn’t often talked about in business discussions, and yet it’s so important. Each and every one of us has access to a powerful source of guidance through our intuition. Tune...
2023-08-1456 min
Thriving BusinessConquering Fear as a Business Owner and Other Essential Mindset ShiftsSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam dive into discussions about the power of mindset shifts on the journey towards personal and professional growth. They explore fascinating topics such as the influence of movies and documentaries on mindset, the challenges of fear in entrepreneurship, and the importance of surrounding oneself with the right people to elevate thinking.Episode Highlights:Sam shares her admiration for the recently released Barbie movie and its surprising depth in tackling feminism and gender roles.
2023-08-0747 min
Thriving BusinessVenture Capital and Gender Bias: How Questions Shape Funding AllocationSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn today’s episode, Kate and Sam discuss a thought-provoking article that was published in The Harvard Business Review. The article explores how male and female entrepreneurs get asked different questions by venture capitalists, leading to funding disparities. Despite female business ownership being high, women receive only 3% of venture funding. The questions asked to men focus on the vision and potential, while women face defensive queries about risk and break-even. Flipping prevention questions to promotion ones can change the trajectory. It’s quite incredible how the way a ques...
2023-08-0139 min
Thriving BusinessAccelerating the Journey from Startup to Profit: Mastering the EssentialsSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam discuss the challenges of starting a business from scratch and share their insights on the essential steps needed for success. They emphasised the value of finding your unique selling proposition and focusing on the gift you have to offer. Kate talks about her journey of charging for her services based on value rather than time and the importance of feeling confident in your pricing.They also highlight the need to be intentional and mindful when starting a business, knowing your worth (i...
2023-07-2437 min
Thriving BusinessMarketing Essentials to Grow Your Business with EaseSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode of Women Doing Business, hosts Kate De Jong and Sam Morris start with a discussion around the TV series "Paper Giants" and its portrayal of Ita Buttrose and her pioneering role for women in media. Buttrose became the founding editor of the hugely successful Cleo magazine in 1972 and was the first woman to be appointed editor-in-chief of a major daily newspaper in Australia. She was also the first woman to chair the ABC. They reflect on the progress that has been made for women in b...
2023-07-1739 min
Thriving BusinessAuthentic Selling and the Power of Downtime in BusinessSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam delve into the value of creating space for relaxation and inspiration in business as a means to access your intuition and the powerful insight you need for business growth. They share their experiences at Kate’s recent Inspired Business Bali Retreat and Sam’s upcoming guided European tour.They then delve into the topic of authentic selling; what that means, how to do it well and why so many women struggle to sell. They discuss how the entrepreneurial spir...
2023-07-1055 min
Thriving BusinessThe Realities of Being a Woman in Business: Menstruation, Menopause, and Hormonal SwingsSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam dive into a candid conversation about the often unspoken challenges faced by women in the business world. From the taboo surrounding topics like menstruation and menopause to the impact of hormonal swings on productivity, they explore personal experiences and shed light on the importance of addressing these issues openly.Check Out These Episode Highlights:Kate and Sam's realization of forgetting to hit the record button, leading to a relatable...
2023-07-0335 min
Thriving BusinessThe Art of Delegation: Streamlining Your Business with Expert OutsourcingSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this podcast episode, Kate and Sam discuss the topic of outsourcing and the benefits it can bring to business owners. They emphasize the importance of finding the right virtual assistant (VA) and highlight the skills and capabilities to consider when hiring one.They stress the importance of outsourcing tasks that are cheaper than the business owner's hourly rate and encourage listeners to consider the value of their time. Sam shares her previous experiences with VA agencies and the challenges she faced with low-rate...
2023-06-2647 min
Thriving BusinessMotherhood and Entrepreneurship: Navigating the Dual JourneySend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, hosts Kate and Sam dive into the fascinating, rewarding and challenging world of growing a business and a family at the same time. Drawing from their own experiences as mothers and business women, they candidly share the joys, struggles, and unique obstacles they have encountered along the way.In this thought-provoking conversation, Kate and Sam discuss the delicate balance between nurturing their families and pursuing their entrepreneurial dreams, and the pressures and expectations that come with being a m...
2023-06-1933 min
Thriving BusinessBreaking Barriers: Thriving in Business as WomenSend a question or message to Kate & SamIn this episode, Kate and Sam embark on their podcasting journey, sharing their excitement and the inspiration behind starting this show. Drawing from their extensive experience as coaches, they discuss the profound conversations and "aha" moments that have shaped their understanding of women in business.Discover the common challenges faced by women in the business world and the critical need for support and community. Delve into the journey of uncovering the true essence of one's purpose and how personal experiences and pain can drive...
2023-06-0935 min