Summary
Shelly McElroy, founder of Dream Culture, joins Gary Ryan on the Moving Beyond Being Good Podcast to discuss the importance of creating a positive and productive work culture. They emphasize the impact that a toxic culture can have on individuals and the entire organisation. Shelly shares her journey of starting her own business and the courage required to take that leap. They discuss the need for leaders to be clear about their culture and to prioritize it as much as their financial goals. They also highlight the importance of open communication, feedback, and continuous learning in creating a thriving culture.

Takeaways
Put the same value on culture as you do on your financial goals.
Create a culture by design, not by default.
Be clear and specific about your culture and expectations.
Prioritize open communication and feedback.
Embrace continuous learning and personal growth.
Balance work and personal life to create a positive culture.
Leaders should model the behavior they expect from others.
Be willing to receive feedback and self-reflect.
Move beyond being good by continuously improving and stepping out of your comfort zone.

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This conversation provides a structure for conducting mentoring sessions. Host Gary Ryan suggests starting with positive chit-chat to set a positive vibe. Then, the mentee shares a win since the last session. The agreed actions and learning from the last session are reviewed, and any obstacles are addressed. The mentor's role is to help the mentee uncover their own answers and provide guidance on where to find information. Key concepts and principles are explained throughout the mentoring program. The mentee's specific area of focus, challenge, issue, or opportunity is discussed. The importance of listening skills and educating the mentee on how to listen effectively is emphasized. Finally, the agreed learning and specific actions for the mentee are identified.

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Takeaways

• Start mentoring sessions with positive chit-chat to set a positive vibe. 
• Encourage the mentee to share a win since the last session. 
• Review the agreed actions and learning from the last session and address any obstacles. 
• Help the mentee uncover their own answers and provide guidance on where to find information. 
• Explain key concepts and principles throughout the mentoring program. 
• Discuss the mentee's specific area of focus, challenge, issue, or opportunity. 
• Emphasize the importance of listening skills and educate the mentee on how to listen effectively. 
• Identify the agreed learning and specific actions for the mentee. 
• Express gratitude for the time spent together and prepare for the next session. 

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Tom Verghese, an expert in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and conscious aging, shares his insights with Gary Ryan on Episode 189 of the Moving Beyond Being Good Podcast. Tom discusses his journey in the DEI space since 1992 and the importance of embracing diversity and inclusion as a leadership practice. He emphasizes the need to shift systemic structures and dismantle embedded biases to create meaningful change. Tom also explores the concept of conscious aging and the importance of being aware of the transitions and shifts that come with getting older. He highlights the role of elders in society and the value of passing on wisdom and life lessons to future generations.

Key Takeaways 

• Diversity and inclusion (DEI) should be seen as a leadership practice and not just the responsibility of DEI professionals. 
• Creating meaningful change requires shifting systemic structures and dismantling embedded biases. 
• Conscious aging is about being aware of the transitions and shifts that come with getting older and making aging aspirational. 
• Elders play a crucial role in society by sharing wisdom and life lessons with future generations. 
• Passing on wisdom and being open to learning from others are essential aspects of personal and professional growth. 

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Mark Williams, owner of Quigly Cyber, is Gary Ryan's guest for Episode 188 of the Moving Beyond Being Good Podcast. Mark discusses his cyber security company and the services they provide.
Quigley Cyber offers cyber security consultants, recruitment services, and specific cyber security services for different organisations. Mark highlights the common gaps in cyber security for both small businesses and larger enterprises, such as poor password management. He emphasizes the importance of using a password manager and implementing multifactor authentication.
Mark also discusses the challenges and opportunities in the cyber security industry, as well as the importance of continuous learning and staying ahead of emerging technologies.
Gary and Mark also discuss mark's career, the importance of part-time work when young, and what he looks for when hiring new staff.

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Episode 187 of the Moving Beyond Being Good Podcast features Simone Feiler from Audio Book Australia who specialises in creating audiobooks through author narration and production. They offer editing, music composition, and distribution services to help authors bring their books to the global market. The process is quick, taking between two and six weeks to get a book out there once the audio has been edited and produced. Simone emphasizes the importance of authors narrating their own work to enhance their legacy and provide an authentic experience for listeners.
Audiobooks are growing in popularity due to their convenience and ability to be enjoyed while multitasking. Simone shares her passion for working with independent authors and helping them broaden their market. She also highlights the possibility of recording audio books for personal use, such as family memoirs.
Gary Ryan, the host of the Moving Beyond Being Good Podcast, praises Simone's dedication to her authors and the value for money she provides. The conversation concludes with a discussion on moving beyond being good, which involves seeking support and expanding one's horizons.

Takeaways 

• Audio Books Australia specializes in creating audio-books through author narration and production. 
• Authors can enhance their legacy and provide an authentic experience by narrating their own work. 
• Audio-books are growing in popularity due to their convenience and ability to be enjoyed while multitasking. 
• Simone Filer is passionate about working with independent authors and helping them broaden their market. 
• Recording audio-books for personal use, such as family memoirs, is also possible.
• Moving Beyond Being Good involves seeking support and expanding one's horizons. 

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Listening is an essential skill that many people struggle with. In this episode, Gary Ryan shares practical tips to improve listening skills. He emphasizes the importance of mindset and thinking when it comes to listening. By shifting from talking to someone to talking with someone, and listening to understand instead of listening to agree, one can significantly enhance their listening abilities. Gary also suggests listening for key words and using duplication techniques to demonstrate understanding. Improving listening skills can lead to better communication and increased clarity in personal and professional relationships.

Takeaways 

• Improving listening skills is crucial for personal and professional relationships. 
• Shifting from talking to someone to talking with someone enhances listening. 
• Listening to understand, not to agree, is key. 
• Listening for key words and using duplication techniques can demonstrate understanding. 
• Improving listening skills can contribute to increased clarity in communication. 

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 Summary
Andrew Cole is Gary Ryan's guest on Episode 185 of the Moving Beyond Being Good Podcast. He is the founder of Tick Concepts, AWC Business Solutions, and Food on the Table. Tick Concepts is a profiling tool that uses bird analogies to understand personality types. AWC Solutions is a registered training organisation that offers business and leadership courses. Food on the Table is a food charity that provides meals to those in need. Andrew discusses the challenges and rewards of running these businesses and the importance of balancing work and family life.

Key Takeaways

• Tick is a profiling tool that uses bird analogies to understand personality types.
• AWC Business Solutions is a registered training organisation (RTO) that offers business and leadership courses.
• Food on the Table is a food charity that provides meals to those in need.
• Andrew emphasizes the importance of work-life balance and being present for family.
• Strive for excellence and avoid perfection. 

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In this episode, Gary Ryan interviews Kazi Haque, an Engineer who became a Construction Project Manager and is now a real estate investor and business coach. Kazi shares his transformational career journey, starting as an engineer and transitioning into construction project management and real estate investment. He emphasises the importance of having a growth mindset and continuously learning. Kazi also discusses his experience as a 10X Certified Business Coach and the impact it has had on his personal and professional growth.

Key Takeaways
Having a growth mindset and continuously learning are key to personal and professional growth.
Transitioning from one career to another requires taking calculated risks and being open to new opportunities.
Building a strong network and community is essential for success in any field.
Setting clear goals and consistently working towards them is crucial for achieving success.
Being a part of a coaching community can provide valuable support and guidance on the journey to success.

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 In Episode 183 of the Moving Beyond Being Good Podcast, Gary Ryan interviews Philip Derham from Derham Insights Research about the benefits of market research for business decision-making. They discuss the role of market research in making effective decisions, the impact of gut instinct versus data, and counterintuitive findings from market research. They also explore the difference between market research and marketing, internal market research, and insights on returning to the office for work. Philip shares advice for starting a business and the importance of seeking mentorship.

Key Takeaways 

• Market research provides factual evidence for making stronger and more effective business decisions. 
• The impact of gut instinct versus data in decision-making is discussed, highlighting the importance of seeking real data. 
• Counterintuitive findings from market research can lead to valuable insights that challenge assumptions and drive business success. 
• The difference between market research and marketing is clarified, emphasizing the importance of understanding customer needs and behaviors. 
• Internal market research and its role in understanding staff engagement and customer satisfaction is explored. 
• Insights on returning to the office for work and the importance of social interaction and visibility in the workplace are discussed. 
• Advice for starting a business includes careful research, mental resilience, and seeking mentorship for long-term success. 
• The significance of coaching and the value of seeking qualified coaches for personal and professional development are highlighted. 

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 Summary
Ashutosh Garg, founder of The Brand Called You, discusses personal branding and the importance of investing in one's own name. He shares how his conversations with various experts from different fields have become a powerful platform for knowledge, experience, and wisdom. Ashutosh also talks about his latest book, 'The Seven Chakras of Management,' which explores ancient wisdom from Indic scriptures and applies it to the corporate world. He emphasizes the importance of doing one's duty without expecting anything in return and the power of saying no. View the library of interviews in The Brand Called You here 

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Takeaways

• Investing in personal branding is crucial for building a strong reputation and identity. 
• Conversations with experts from various fields can provide valuable knowledge, experience, and wisdom. 
• The book 'The Seven Chakras of Management' applies ancient wisdom from Indic scriptures to the corporate world. 
• Doing one's duty without expecting anything in return is a key principle for success.
• Having the courage to say no can differentiate individuals and maintain integrity. 
• Knowledge, wisdom, and experience are timeless and valuable resources. 

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