What if the biggest advantage in business isn't better marketing but greater trust?

In this episode of Derive Insights: Remind Me of Myself, host Etu Daniel sits down with Wes Towers, founder of UpLift 360 and host of the Boost Your Business podcast. Drawing on more than 20 years of experience, Wes shares why authentic marketing, trust, and genuine human connection remain the keys to building a business that lasts.

To learn more about Wes, his work, and the practical strategies he teaches, visit https://uplift360.com.au/

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What if the relationship that's holding you back is the one you have with yourself?

In this episode of Derive Insights: Remind Me of Myself, host Etu Daniel sits down with Jonathan Ashley, one of America's leading midlife self-love and relationship coaches. Following the heartbreaking loss of his 19-year-old son, Connor, in 2018, Jonathan embarked on a profound journey of healing that transformed the way he understood love, relationships, and self-worth.

Together, they explore why self-love isn't selfish. it's the foundation for healthier relationships, greater resilience, and a more fulfilling life. Jonathan shares how embracing yourself, especially after life's deepest wounds, can become the first step toward healing and living with purpose.

If this conversation speaks to you, continue the journey by connecting with Jonathan, exploring his coaching, and reading his book, What the Heck Is Self-Love Anyway? To learn more, visit https://www.jonathonaslay.com/

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What does it take to completely change the direction of your life?

In this episode of Derive Insights: Remind Me of Myself, host Etu Daniel sits down with Brett to explore a remarkable journey of transformation. Once struggling with obesity and facing serious business challenges, Brett shares how he rebuilt his life through resilience, discipline, and a renewed mindset. Today, he helps others make lasting changes in their own lives by proving that your past doesn’t have to define your future.

Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for a fresh start, this conversation is a reminder that every transformation begins with a single decision. And if this conversation resonates with you and you Want to learn more from Brett? Visit his website, explore his coaching and resources, and connect with him on social media to continue your own journey of personal transformation.

Website: https://www.adaptiveoffice.ca/

What if the answers you've been searching for aren't somewhere out there but already within you?

In this episode of Derive Insights: Remind Me of Myself, host Etu Daniel sits down with Doug "Red Hail" Pineda for a thoughtful conversation about reconnecting with ourselves through wisdom, nature, and lived experience. Drawing from his Indigenous heritage and personal journey, Doug shares timeless insights on identity, purpose, resilience, and what it means to live in harmony with ourselves and the world around us.

This conversation is a gentle reminder that in a world full of noise, slowing down and listening to ourselves, to others, and to nature can reveal the clarity we've been seeking all along.

Key Takeaways

• Why self-discovery begins with learning to listen.
• How ancient wisdom can help us navigate modern life.
• The importance of reconnecting with your roots, values, and purpose.
• How living with intention creates a more meaningful life.

Guest Resources

• Website: https://www.thechurchofpsychedelics.com/newsletter
• Connect: Explore Doug's books, speaking engagements, cultural teachings, and community work through his website and social media.

Life has a way of pulling our attention in every direction. Yet some of the most important lessons aren't found by moving faster they're found by becoming more present.

Doug reminds us that wisdom isn't just something we learn. It's something we remember. Sometimes, the journey forward begins by reconnecting with who we've always been.

If today's conversation encouraged you to pause, reflect, or see your life differently, share it with someone who could use that reminder too.

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Keep learning. Keep improving. Keep growing.

I'm Etu Daniel, and you've been listening to Derive Insights. Until next time...

What if the hardest seasons of your life were actually preparing you for your greatest purpose?

In this episode of Derive Insights: Remind Me of Myself, host Etu Daniel sits down with Tijana Tucic to explore how resilience, self-discovery, and personal growth can emerge from life's most difficult moments. Tijana shares how embracing challenges instead of running from them can lead to greater confidence, clarity, and a deeper understanding of who you are.

This conversation is a reminder that your circumstances don't have to define your future. Sometimes, the very experiences that test you the most become the foundation for the person you're meant to become.

Key Takeaways

• Why challenges can become opportunities for growth.
• How resilience is built one decision at a time.
• The importance of embracing your authentic self.
• How difficult seasons can reveal strengths you never knew you had.

Guest Resources

• Website: (Insert Tijana Tucic's official website)
• Connect: Learn more about Tijana's work, coaching, speaking, and resources through her website and social media.

Life has a way of shaping us through experiences we never would have chosen. But as Tijana reminds us, those experiences don't have the final say—how we respond to them does.

If you're walking through a difficult season, remember that growth often happens quietly. Keep showing up, keep learning, and trust that every step forward is helping you become the person you're capable of being.

Thank you for listening to another episode of Derive Insights.

Keep learning. Keep improving. Keep growing.

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What if creativity isn't a gift for a select few but something every one of us is born with?

In this episode of Derive Insights: Remind Me of Myself, host Etu Daniel sits down with Patrick Williams to challenge one of the biggest myths about creativity. Patrick believes that creativity isn't reserved for artists, musicians, or inventors, it's a natural part of being human. Together, they explore how fear, self-doubt, and life's expectations can cause us to disconnect from our creative potential, and how we can begin to reclaim it.

This conversation is an invitation to stop saying, "I'm just not a creative person," and start seeing creativity as a way of thinking, solving problems, and expressing who you truly are.

Key Takeaways

• Why every person is born with creative potential.
• The common beliefs that cause people to suppress their creativity.
• How creativity extends far beyond art and into everyday life.
• Simple ways to reconnect with the creativity that's already within you.

Guest Resources

• Website: http://patrickwilliamsstaycreative.com/
• Connect: Learn more about Patrick's work, books, speaking engagements, and creative resources through his website and social media.

As children, we rarely question whether we're creative, we simply create. Somewhere along the way, many of us begin to believe that creativity belongs to someone else.

Patrick reminds us that creativity isn't about perfection or talent. It's about curiosity, courage, and the willingness to see the world with fresh eyes.

Maybe you don't need to become someone more creative. Maybe you just need to reconnect with the creative person you've always been.

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Keep learning. Keep improving. Keep growing.

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Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right, yet somehow you're still not moving forward?

In this episode of Derive Insights: Remind Me of Myself, host Etu Daniel sits down with Dominic Carubba to explore what it really means to feel stuck. Together, they unpack the hidden habits, beliefs, and fears that keep us from making progress—and why the breakthrough we're searching for often begins with a shift in perspective rather than a dramatic change in circumstances.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that feeling stuck isn't the end of your story. It's often the beginning of a new chapter, if you're willing to take the first step.

Key Takeaways

• Why feeling stuck is more common than you think.
• The hidden patterns that quietly keep people from moving forward.
• How small, intentional actions can create meaningful momentum.
• Why clarity often comes after action, not before it.

Guest Resources

• Website: https://momentum.theadhdleader.com/
• Connect: Follow Dominic on his social media platforms for more insights on personal growth, mindset, and living with purpose.

We've all experienced moments where life feels like it's standing still. But as Dominic reminds us, being stuck doesn't mean you're broken, it simply means something is asking for your attention.

Sometimes, the next step isn't a giant leap. It's one honest conversation, one new perspective, or one small decision that moves you forward.

If this episode resonated with you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it with someone who may need the reminder that progress is still possible.

Thank you for listening to another episode of Derive Insights.

Keep learning. Keep improving. Keep growing.

I'm Etu Daniel, and you've been listening to Derive Insights. Until next time...

What happens when a dream refuses to let go of you?

In this episode of Derive Insights: Remind Me of Myself, host Etu Daniel sits down with Rodney Phillips to share an extraordinary story of perseverance. Rodney wrote his first book at just 19 years old, but life took him in different directions. More than four decades later, he finally fulfilled that dream by publishing it.

This conversation is a reminder that dreams don't have an expiration date. Rodney reflects on patience, purpose, and the courage to return to something you once believed in proving that it's never too late to finish what you started.

Key Takeaways

• Why delayed dreams don't have to become abandoned dreams.
• How persistence often matters more than perfect timing.
• The value of staying connected to the passions that define you.

Guest Resources

• Website: https://rodneyphillipsauthor.com/
• Books: Rodney's published works, including the book he first wrote at 19 and brought to life over 40 years later.
• Connect: Visit Rodney's website and social media to learn more about his work, writing, and journey.

Some dreams happen quickly. Others quietly wait for us to become the person who can carry them to completion.

Rodney's story is a beautiful reminder that progress isn't always measured by speed. Sometimes, the greatest achievement is refusing to let go of something that still matters to you, even after years or decades have passed.

If there's a dream you've put on hold, maybe this conversation is your invitation to pick it up again.

Thank you for listening to another episode of Derive Insights.

Keep learning. Keep improving. Keep growing.

I'm Etu Daniel, and you've been listening to Derive Insights. Until next time...

What if understanding yourself isn't about finding the right personality test but learning the natural patterns that have shaped you all along?

In this episode of Derive Insights: Remind Me of Myself, host Etu Daniel sits down with Jim Marshall, creator of Septemics, to explore a refreshing way of understanding human potential. Jim shares how recognizing the natural patterns in the way we think, learn, and grow can help us make better decisions, build stronger relationships, and live with greater clarity and purpose.

Key Takeaways

• Why self-awareness is the foundation of lasting growth.

• How Septemics offers a fresh perspective on human potential.

• Practical ways to better understand yourself and the people around you.

Learn More

• Website: Septemics.com

• Resources: Learn more about the Septemics framework, Jim's coaching, workshops, books, and educational resources available through his website.

What if the biggest barrier to your success isn't a lack of knowledge, but subconscious beliefs you've carried for years?

In this episode of Derive Insights, host Etu Daniel sits down with Dr. Joseph Drolshagen, creator of the SMT Method™ (Subconscious Monetization Technology™), to explore how hidden mental patterns influence success, relationships, and business growth, and how reprogramming those patterns can create lasting transformation.

Key Takeaways

• Why subconscious programming shapes your results

• How limiting beliefs quietly hold you back

• Practical steps to create lasting personal and business growth

Learn More

• Website: CoachWithJoey.com

• Books: Reprogramming Your Subconscious Mind, Break The Attachment Pattern Keeping Your Business Small, Life's Lessons, and Align , Manifest and Transform.