Goals DO Come True with Doug Bennett

Episode: How Confidence Actually Gets Built, with Helen von Dadelszen

Helen von Dadelszen, founder of Present Potential Sàrl, admits upfront she's "averse to goals." She and Doug unpack why she's built a successful career and written a book on nerve management and confidence without ever setting a big audacious goal, what actually happens in the body when we get nervous, and why 18 out of 20 clients won't do the two-minute voice exercise she gives them even though they've paid for it.

Helen von Dadelszen is the founder of Present Potential Sàrl, a communication and vocal coach who helps professionals in technical, scientific and humanitarian fields speak with clarity and confidence. She's the author of Courageous Action: Your Playbook for Communicating Confidently, One Small Step at a Time, and her approach draws heavily on improvisational theatre and Toastmasters.

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Why do some people consistently get what they want while others never seem to get there?

In this episode of Goals Do Come True, Doug Bennett sits down with Silicon Valley strategist, executive coach and author Julian Lighton.

Having worked with billion-dollar companies and some of the world's most successful leaders, Julian argues that success has surprisingly little to do with talent and far more to do with clarity, discipline, decision-making and understanding yourself.

The conversation explores why most people don't know what they really want, how successful people think differently, the importance of resilience, leadership, curiosity and why "doing is being."

Whether you're building a business, planning your future or simply trying to make better decisions, Julian shares practical frameworks that can help you navigate what's next.

Key Topics

• Why success is personal

Connect with Julian Lighton

Website: https://www.julianlighton.com

Connect with Doug Bennett

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk

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BOOK:
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Dailyn Matthews left an abusive marriage with a two-year-old daughter and rebuilt her life in one of the most dangerous, male-dominated industries in the world: stunt work.

Now, after 26 years of falling, fighting, driving, escaping and surviving on camera, she’s also building a second career as an adventure photographer.

In this episode of Goals Do Come True, Doug talks to stuntwoman and photographer Dailyn Matthews about survival, reinvention, creativity, AI, motherhood, goal-setting, and what it really takes to keep going when life forces you to start again.

From dangerous film sets to volcanoes in Hawaii, underwater photo shoots, vision boards, TED Talk dreams and the power of doing the fun thing first, this is a story about choosing courage over comfort.

Key Takeaways

LinkedIn - Dailyn Matthews

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dailyn.matthews/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/dailynmatthewsstudio/

Chapters

00:00 – Why Doug invited Dailyn onto the podcast
01:36 – Leaving an abusive marriage and starting again
03:40 – Breaking into the male-dominated stunt world
06:45 – Why reputation matters on set
09:17 – Can you really have it all?
10:32 – AI, strikes and the changing film industry
15:45 – Photography, travel and bringing the world back to her father
20:33 – Why AI can mimic nature but cannot create it
23:31 – Watching a volcano erupt in Hawaii
30:19 – The girl in the orange dress project
35:08 – TED Talk dreams and empowering young women
37:20 – The terrifying Houdini water tank stunt
44:56 – Why Dailyn’s vision boards actually work
53:43 – “Do the fun thing first”
58:53 – What Dailyn wanted from this podcast

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial Freedom" Here:
https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOK:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/dp/B09MYXXS88/

Why do some people keep progressing while others stay stuck for years?

In this episode, mindset coach and entrepreneur Paul Becque joins Doug Bennett to unpack the hidden patterns holding people back—from self-restriction and distraction to poor goal setting and lack of action.

This is a practical conversation about momentum, discipline, productivity and personal growth without the usual motivational fluff.

Paul shares lessons from decades in business, personal development and high-performance coaching.

Paul also opens up about going bust three times, taking risks, and learning that success without personal growth means very little.

Key Takeaways

LinkedIn - Paul Becque

Website - https://www.engagewithsuccess.com/connect/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOK:

Think Simple, Win Big is available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/dp/B09MYXXS88/

Darren Jewell shares his inspiring journey of overcoming brain injury, embracing neuroplasticity, and inspiring others to unlock their brain's potential. Discover practical insights on resilience, mindset shifts, and lifelong learning.

Darren Jewell's childhood brain injury and recovery

Neuroplasticity and rewiring the brain

The importance of mindset shift from fixed to growth

Lifelong learning as a tool for brain health

Inspiring others through personal story and public speaking

Summary

In this engaging episode, Doug Bennett, The Goals Guy®, chats with his son Jace about the importance of goal setting, financial literacy, and personal growth for the younger generation. They explore how goals influence life choices, the role of mindset, and practical tips for investing in oneself.

Sound Bites

"Goals are a good first step"

"Start yesterday, enjoy the journey"

"Experience the journey to the fullest"

Connect with Jason on LinkedIn

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOK:

Think Simple, Win Big is available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/dp/B09MYXXS88/

📝 Episode Summary

This episode is a little different.

Before episode 250, where my son Jason joins me, I wanted to pause and reflect.

After more than 40 years of working with people on money, life, and goals, I found myself asking a simple question…

What have I actually learned that’s worth sharing?

This isn’t theory. It’s not hype.

It’s what’s worked, what hasn’t, and a few moments where life gave me a nudge… or occasionally hit me with a brick.

If you’ve ever wondered when work becomes optional, or whether you’re heading in the right direction, this one might get you thinking.

Why most people don’t lack ability, they lack clarity

Clarity matters more than motivation

🔑 A Question Worth Asking Yourself

If nothing changed…

Where does your current path actually take you?

And are you happy with that?

Episode 250 is a special one.

My son Jason joins me to share what he’s picked up over the years.

What landed… what didn’t… and what he really thinks.

That one might be a bit more honest than this one.

Doug Bennett, known as The Goals Guy® and Director of Financial Freedom®, helps people understand when work becomes optional.

Through his Work Optional Lifestyle Financial Plan®, Doug combines over 40 years of experience with real-life insight to help clients build clarity, confidence, and choice.

If this episode resonated and you’d like to explore your own position, you’re always welcome to reach out.

Conversations are relaxed, practical, and always at Doug’s expense.

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOK:

Think Simple, Win Big is available to buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Simple-Win-Big-Business/dp/B09MYXXS88/

Is starting a business from scratch actually the worst way to do it?

Summary:

Key Takeaways:

Franchising reduces risk—but not effort

Chapters:

LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonostenson/

Useful Resources

Most business owners think sustainability is a cost.

That belief is quietly draining profit.

In this episode, Jasper Steinhausen explains why sustainability is actually one of the biggest untapped commercial opportunities - and why most leaders are focusing on the wrong part of their business.

This isn’t about saving the planet.
It’s about running a smarter, more profitable company.

Most businesses ignore 50% of their costs.

What You’ll Learn:

Why sustainability drives profitability (not cost)

The hidden 50% of business costs most leaders ignore

Why businesses are optimising the wrong 20%

How waste is silently destroying margins

Why China is ahead - not behind - on sustainability

The real commercial case for doing things differently

Key Takeaways

Sustainability = resource efficiency = profit

Most leaders focus on time and money, not resources

The biggest gains are still low-hanging fruit

This is a business advantage, not a moral obligation

Getting hold of Jasper Steinhausen

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jsteinhausen/

Freebie - https://freebook.scoreapp.com/

Chapters

0:00 – The Biggest Lie About Sustainability
3:00 – Why It Actually Increases Profit
8:00 – Is China Really Ahead?
13:00 – The 50% Cost You’re Ignoring
18:00 – Why Businesses Focus on the Wrong Things
24:00 – Easy Profit Wins Most Companies Miss
32:00 – Purpose, Goals & Long-Term Thinking
40:00 – The Real Opportunity for Business Owners

Most people don’t have a money problem.
They have a timing problem. They leave it too late to:

Stop working when they want

If you want to understand what your future could look like — and how to get there sooner:

👇 Book a conversation:

https://calendly.com/financialdoug/quick-catch-up

Join Doug Bennett as he hosts Lee Smith, a mastermind in mergers and acquisitions, to uncover how strategic business growth, clear goal setting, and mindset can dramatically transform your life and business. If you're looking to scale, innovate, or find your financial and personal purpose, this episode offers invaluable insights.Key Topics:

Resources & Links:

Chapters

VALUABLE RESOURCES

Website: http://dougbennett.co.uk

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialdoug

Download Your "Ten-Step Guide To Financial

https://bit.ly/Struggle-Success

BOOKS:

Goals Do Come True is available to buy on Amazon:

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Enjoy, and come back for the latest podcast each Wednesday.