Epich Aotearoa - Create a Better Future!

In this episode Brian and Joe had the privilege of connecting with the amazing Danielle Moffitt. Director of Operations for Stotan Group, Educator and Supporter of People, Wife and Mother.   

Danielle shares with us a number of insights, lessons and learnings from her life as a strong, capable, resilient, courageous and intelligent Woman.   

Married for more than 26yrs to a man who has served for more than 30yrs in the Australian Defence Force, most of that time spent serving in the Australian Special Air Service Regiment (SASR) - it's safe to say that there is much we can learn from this incredible Woman, Educator, Wife and Mother.  

Danielle openly discusses many important topics during this conversation and does so with class, humility and humour.   

Listen in as she shares the funny story about how her and her husband met, her upbringing, challenges faced as a Wife of an SAS operator, raising children (mostly on her own), living within their means, the uncertainty faced with every deployment, boundaries set as a protection and guide, having a third thing, working on yourself and your relationship, claiming space, her husbands idea of a good date lol - Plus so much more...  

Thank you Danielle for being so open with us and sharing a small glimpse into your life and that of your wonderful family.  

To get in touch with Danielle please connect with her via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-moffitt-340b11187/ 

To learn more about Stotan Group and what they offer - go here: www.stotangroup.com.au  

#Resilience #Family #StotanGroup #WDW #Motherhood #ClaimingSpace #Humour #TonyTheFlorist #Cricket 

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In this episode Joe had the privilege of connecting with and having a conversation with Chris 'Just another Bro' Kumeroa. A former New Zealand Special Air Service Operator and Current Global Risk Consulting Director. Chris' desire and commitment to serving others stems from a strong sense of family, responsibility, example and hardwork.

Chris has a clear and apparent passion for people and helping them to the best of his ability. Leveraging his knowledge, skills and expertise gained at the coal-face of some of the most arduous and complex environments in the world, he finds ways to create an environment designed to enable people to utilise their skills with confidence, while providing opportunity for growth and personal development.

During this conversation we delve into a bit of Chris' upbringing and his journey into the NZDF at 17years of age. He talks about his decision to join the NZSAS at 19years old and how he enjoyed the selection process and cycle of training.

Chris speaks about his decision to leave the NZSAS after 4years to pursue a rugby dream. He also talks about striving to create and develop a culture and mindset amongst some young players coming through and the successes they noticed they were having as a result. Chris speaks about the gym he started and sold, meeting his future wife and the rock she is and has been for him and their family. He openly speaks about the need to work on ourselves, the boards he feels privileged to be a part of and his ongoing intentions to serve people through various means and businesses - Plus so much more...

We invite you to tune in to this conversation and listen to Chris share some very insightful and powerful messages which are sure to resonate with alot of people regardless of their profession, experience and/or aspirations.

Thank you Chris for your service / continued service, and for taking the time to share a bit about yourself. We know and appreciate that it's not a common thing for people like yourself who have served in these types of units, which makes us even more grateful that you would take the time to come on our podcast in the hopes of helping someone else out there who might need to hear what you have to say.

Cheers Bro

To take advantage of the benefits of Chris' knowledge, skills, experience and competence go to:

https://globalriskconsulting.co.nz/

https://secintel.co.nz/

https://manaakicms.com/contact/

#NZSAS #GRC #SECINTEL #ManaakiCMS #WhoDaresWins #Transition #BeAGoodHuman #SeekNewChallenges #NZMaoriRugbyInc

#WhanganuiMaoriRiverTourismOrganisation #TeWhawhakiTrust #HorizonsRegionalCouncil #SenseOfDuty #Humanity

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In this episode Joe & Brian had the privilege of connecting with and having a conversation with Travis Hocart. 

Note: Due to some technical difficulties this episode has the most editing we've ever done - We apologise in advance for that.

Travis comes from a background of tactical policing and counter terrorism work, commencing with his role in the WA Police Tactical Response Group in 2000. After moving into the world of Close Personal Protection in post-war Baghdad in 2004, Travis then spent 8 years in the highly secretive Air Marshal program, leading small team operations throughout Australia and overseas destinations.

Following 15 years in law enforcement, the lure of the private sector led him moving into the world of workplace health and safety, where was able to deploy his risk management tactics to various industries such as commercial construction, agriculture, mining, and remote field exploration.

Sitting alongside his professional development, has always been Travis’ keen interest in military history. A chance invitation to walk the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea in 2009, kick started the next stage of his life’s journey. An opportunity to become a trek guide eventually morphed into Travis forming his own trekking business, Kokoda Crossing, in 2018. After a promising start to the business, Covid related travel restrictions have significantly impacted operations, such that Travis has been required to fall back on skills learnt from his past … resilience, adaptability, perseverance and a “back yourself” attitude.

Travis opens up on a number of topics mentioned above plus so much more. Tune in so that you can leverage Travis' extensive experience and apply aspects to your own situation in positive ways.

We invite you also to please check out his website and get a group together to participate in one of his incredible tours.

https://kokodacrossing.com/our-tour/australian-tours/

#Police #AFP #TRG #AirMarshal #CloseProtection #Australia #KokodaCrossing #Transition #TransTasman #GrowYourNetwork #Education #InvisibleBackPack #GoodBlokes #Empathy #Leadership #GetOut&TalkToPeople

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In this episode Joe & Brian had the privilege of connecting with and having a conversation with Todd Bowler. A former Australian Tactical Response Group Operator/Team Leader with 15yrs experience in the TRG. Todd has 23yrs combined Police experience consisting of general duties, close personal protection and undercover work prior to joining the TRG.   

Todd is a Bloody Awesome Bloke and has an incredible sense of humour which is sure to put a smile on your dial!  

During this conversation we delve into Todds journey and why he joined the Police force. He talks about his decision to join the TRG and what he learnt about himself and others through the process. He shares multiple experiences of funny incidents and events that occurred as part of actual jobs and/or training.   

Todd speaks about characteristics and traits of successful TRG candidates and opens up about some of the difficulties he faced with his transition out of a very tight knit unit and into the real world. He also speaks about relationship challenges involved whilst serving within a unit like the TRG and provides some good advice and tips to help couples through. Todd discusses how he continues to try and serve people through his current businesses - Plus so much more...  

We invite you to tune in to this conversation and listen to Todd share some very insightful and powerful messages which are sure to resonate with alot of people regardless of their profession, experience and/or aspirations.  

Thank you Todd for your service / continued service, and for taking the time to share a bit about yourself. We know and appreciate that it's not a common thing for people like yourself who have served in these types of units, which makes us even more grateful that you would take the time to come on our podcast in the hopes of helping someone else out there who might need to hear what you have to say.  

Cheers Mate  

To take advantage of the benefits of Todd's knowledge, skills, experience and competence go to: 

soarconsulting.com.au - inspiring teams to reach peak performance through Tactical Execution  homebuildingsolutions.com.au - helping busy people build their ideal new home, and save time and money in the process  

FB Group - ask to join Home Building Solutions  

#Police #AFP #TRG #Australia #SOARConsulting #HomeBuildingSolutions #Transition #TransTasman #HandSignals #Tasering #SeekNewChallenges #DoALittleBitExtra   

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In this episode Joe had the privilege of connecting with and having a conversation with Ryan Wilson.

Former Australian Special Air Service Operator, Team Leader, Sniper, Dog Handler, Diligent Student and a Bloody Awesome Bloke!

Ryan is very humble and reserved in his service and achievements attained through hard-work, dedication, focus and team work. During this conversation we delve into what Ryan has been doing post his service in the Special Air Service Regiment. The importance of education and the need to take risks. His journey into the Whiskey industry and becoming the GM for Whipper Snapper Distillery.

His creation of the Whipper Snapper Distillery Veterans club and the Whipper Snapper Academy. How he strives to give back to others through his service and affiliations with the Wandering Warriors and RSLWA. What his service in the SAS has taught him about himself. His approach to selection and service in the SAS/Army in general. Why he decided to leave the unit/army - Plus so much more...

We invite you to tune in to this conversation and listen to this Man share some very insightful and powerful messages which are sure to resonate with alot of people regardless of their profession, experience and/or aspirations.

Thank you Ryan for your service / continued service, and for taking the time to share a bit about yourself. We know it's not a common thing for people like yourself who have served in these types of units, which makes us even more grateful for your acceptance of our invitation.

Who Dares Wins Mate

#SASR #DogHandler #Sniper #Education #WhipperSnapperDistillery #RSLWA #WanderingWarriors #Australia #SpecialForces #WhipperSnapperAcademy #WSDVeteransClub

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Pause to Reflect with Joe Hotai and Brian Osman

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Brian and Joe had the privilege of having Harry Moffitt (aka Moff) on the Podcast - An extremely humble and funny character. 

Harry is a former Australian SAS Team Commander with approx 30+years Special Forces experience. During and post his exemplary service, Harry has gone on to become an Author - Psychologist - Business Owner & Leader working with some of the most elite minds and organisations around the world.

He has always had a passion for music and is quite a talented and accomplished musician himself. He has always been able to build and maintain positive relationships with people from all walks of life and he's a pretty good mate to have around when things are not going so great.

Trusted and respected by ALL who know him, they'll tell you he's just a Bloody Good Bloke. 

Above all of this, he is a loving Husband and Father. We take this opportunity to acknowledge both Harry and especially his Sweetheart who kindly and graciously allowed us to spend some time with her husband on their 26th Wedding anniversary. THANK YOU & CONGRATULATIONS to you both! 

Ladies and Gentlemen the one and Only - Harry Moffitt.

During this conversation we cover alot of ground yet we don't even scratch the surface. Harry talks about some of the operational perspectives but not in the way you might expect. It's not about trying to tell war stories - He doesn't need to try, he's lived them. But what he does share may resonate with those who have served or who aspire to serve. Who knows, it may resonate or surprise those who haven't served in these types of environments. Eye opening - would be an understatement.

Harry speaks to topics such as: The humanity of operational service - Three blocks - how excellent communication builds trust - Cutting yourself some slack - The Commentator in your head - It's ok to be vulnerable - The need to have a plan B - Transitioning to civilian life - The importance of keeping a journal - Relationships, Resetting & Rituals - What it takes to serve in the Special Forces - Plus so much more....

It's no wonder Harry served in the unit and the ADF for as long as he did - No one, and no organisation would want to lose an asset like Harry. But if you ask him, he'll graciously and humbly tell you that they couldn't wait to get rid of him. Such is his great sense of humour.

We hope you enjoy this episode and gain some useful tips and tools to help you wherever you're at right now and with whatever you aspire to do going forward. 

To learn more about Harry and to utilise his and that of his teams experience for your business, team or organisation, go to:

www.stotangroup.com.au

Melbourne Australia

“humans are more important than hardware”

Harry Moffitt

Psychologist

Director of Human Performance

Be sure to check out his book: Eleven Bats, A Story of Combat, Cricket and the SAS.

#ElevenBats #StotanGroup #SASR #ADF #Australia #ANZAC #WeShallGoAlwaysALittleFurther #Cricket #HarryMoffitt

It is our Privilege and Honour to have the one and only - Nick Caldwell on our podcast as part of the series: In the Service of Others - Who Dares Wins!

Nick is a former Australian SASR Operator - Team 2IC - Team Specialist and Successful Business Owner.

Having accumulated more than 12years worth of Special Forces experience, it's safe to say that Nick is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to speaking on topics related to this environment and the impact they can have on individuals and relationships in both positive and negative ways.

Coupled with not only an extremely successful career within the SAS - Nick has taken that drive, determination, resilience, integrity and humility into the business world. Establishing strong partnerships and thriving businesses through his skill and competence as a leader and his uncanny ability to strategically plan and execute effectively.

Although Nick's service has been first class, there was a period of time where things were not so great and this significantly impacted him. He shares his experiences and more in the hopes of positively helping others.

It's apparent that Nick's sincere desire is to leave the Sandy Beret and Winged Dagger in a better position than when he was bestowed with the honour and responsibility of wearing it.

Nick shares his first hand lived experiences in more detail in relation to the Australian SAS Selection process, Cycle of training and his transition out of the unit.

Along the way we have a laugh and call out a couple of funny stories which were well hidden until now lol. At the same time acknowledging some great people who have had a positive impact on our lives through their consistent example and friendship.

During this conversation Nick shares powerful insights into:

What qualities are sought when selecting SF operators.

Memorable experiences during his selection and cycle, and prior to him going on selection and cycle.

Mental strategies and tools he used when under duress.

Identifying and working on weaknesses.

The type of training which will allow for better transfer and application for the work required.

Giving people the benefit of the doubt.

The need and ability to build relationships - plus so much more.

We also discuss a noticeable difference between the NZ and Australian SAS Cycle phase and we hear Nick's reasons and explanation as to why. This was hugely eye opening for Joe hearing Nick speak about this as it was completely different to the NZSAS Cycle environment and it made so much sense (in hindsight) for Joe as to why this is/would be effective. Not that the NZSAS Cycle is ineffective - that's not the case at all. But perhaps it might be worth exploring...

Nick talks about his battle with Chronic fatigue - the support of his loving wife and his passion for Surfing, Shooting and Training plus a whole bunch more!

Nick is a man of great integrity, loyalty, dedication, humility with a great sense of humour.

Join us and take the opportunity to grab as much as you can and use it (if it helps) in forging your own path and reaching your own dreams and goals.

For more information and to get in contact with Nick and his amazing team please follow the links below - Nick and his team provide amazing services whereby people from all over the world (pre-covid restrictions) travel to take part in the incredible experiences they provide. Don't miss your opportunity - check it out for yourself and get in touch asap:

https://themillgym.com/

https://omnigeox.com/

Ladies and Gentlemen - The one and only Nick Caldwell. WDW!

Former NZSAS Troop Sergeant - Marksman Group Commander - Maritime Counter Terrorism Commander and Business Owner - the one and only - Kane Middleton.

Kane has a rich history of service within the New Zealand Defence Force having served more than 20yrs total within the Green Machine as an Infantryman and SAS Soldier.

Although Kane's service has been exemplary, his time hasn’t been plain sailing, during or post his service. Kane is grateful for what he has and attributes a large part of what he has been able to accomplish outside of the Army to his Military foundation.

Kane shares a number of open and honest insights into his time leading up to joining the army - whilst serving - his first attempt at the NZSAS selection - his successful completion of the New Zealand Special Forces selection and cycle - plus so much more.

Along the way we have a bit of a laugh together and Kane gives his perspective and insights of what he's learned about himself, others and his approach to certain situations which can either make or break us.

A number of great memories and good times were also shared and discussed off camera for security and privacy reasons.

Kane openly discusses some of the loss and difficulties in trying to maintain a marriage whilst being an operator in the SAS. He also provides powerful reflective insights around communication and the need for more of it, from all parties, in order to strengthen relationships with families and operators, enabling everyone affected to function and cope more effectively, whether maintaining the home or while deployed on operations.

We journey into some of his struggles in finding work outside of the Defence Force and we discover some of the opportunities that presented themselves to Kane, particularly in Africa and PNG where he was able to work his way up to Senior Manager Security Operations after having served as a security superintendent and project manager corporate security.

It's easy to see that Kane is a man of great integrity, loyalty, dedication, humility, humour and respect.

Join us as we delve into this highly experienced individuals take on challenges, life, reflection, pursuit of excellence and choosing to move forward and establish his dream business.

For you all you automotive - powersports - marine and aviation heads please go to: https://www.ppcr.co.nz/

Where you'll find Kane and his team ready and willing to help you get the results you're after.

Great Man - providing a great service at a great price, delivered with integrity. You can't get any better than that.

Ladies and Gentlemen - The one and only Kane Middleton. WDW!