Lead with Courage

If you have dined at a restaurant in Brisbane's southside, then there's a good chance you've eaten at one of restaurants owned by the Venzin Group.

Gina Venzin started working in at her dad's Thai restaurant when she was 14, and today she is a successful restauranteur, owning multiple restaurants.

Gina offers a wealth of knowledge about running a successful business. She talks about the lessons in learning to trust her intuition, and what it takes to build high performing teams, as well as trying to find that balance of prioritising extreme self care.

Venzin Group - https://www.venzingroup.com.au/
Mons Thai - https://www.venzingroup.com.au/mons/
Darvella Patisserie - https://www.venzingroup.com.au/darvella/
Paw Paw Asian Kitchen - https://www.venzingroup.com.au/asian-kitchen/
Paw Paw Cafe - https://www.venzingroup.com.au/pawpaw/
Monocole - https://www.venzingroup.com.au/monocle/

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Until the next episode, we hope you live and Lead with Courage!
Cherie x
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Laz Smith is the co-founder of Apero label, as well as a renowned photographer, filmmaker, sometimes golfer and avid runner.

Laz shares his journey from auditioning for the blind auditions (and getting through) on the TV Show 'The Voice Australia', as well as to co-founding and launching a fashion brand, Apero Label. He shares the IVF journey that he and his partner Rachel went on to have their first child, as well as how running has changed his life for the better.

Thanks Laz for joining us on the Lead with Courage podcast.

Apero Label: https://www.aperolabel.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laz-smith-au/
Insta: www.instagram.com/laz.smith
YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@lazsmith?si=fr8stKRr7z3N4Y4D
Laz's website - www.coeurvisual.com 

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Cherie x
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Carly Box was the first female to enlist in a combat corps in Australia, serving in two operational deployments to Afghanistan.
Carly's chat's to Andy & Cherie about how she she managed her mental load during her service, and the importance of staying true to herself.

Carly was one of our keynote speakers at IGNITE22, we are so grateful to have her come on the podcast to share her learnings and passion for life.

Instagram: @carly_box
Website: https://www.thebarracksgym.com.au/

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Cherie x
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Today, 14 September 2023, is RUOK Day.
Andy and Cherie put on the headphones and ask each other that very question, are you OK?
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R U OK? is a suicide prevention charity in Australia, encouraging all of us to notice the signs of mental health struggle in friends, family, and colleagues.

The story of RUOK? is in 1995, much-loved Barry Larkin was far from ok. His suicide left family and friends in deep grief and with endless questions.

In 2009, his son Gavin Larkin chose to champion just one question to honour his father and to try and protect other families from the pain his endured, and RUOK was born.

https://www.ruok.org.au/

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Cherie x
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When you think of an entrepreneur, you can't help but think of Fleur Madden.

Whether it's in business or through her own path to parenthood, Fleur is no stranger to courage and adversity. Her strength, courage, determination, and stories of resilience are absolutely why we wanted to share her story.

Fleur's message is powerful. From empowering women in the workforce, having her own lipstick in the Academy Awards goodie bags, to bridging the gender pay gap as well as assisting women to scale and sell their businesses, there isn't much she hasn't done.
There is something here for everyone, we hope you enjoy the one and only Fleur Madden.

To follow Fleur or find out more about what Freelancing Gems and the Ginsburg Firm are doing to bridge the gender pay gap, details are below.
 
@freelancinggems
@theginsburgfirm
@fleurcmadden

Website – www.freelancinggems.com
Linkedin – https://www.linkedin.com/in/fleur-madden-65b9a565/

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Until the next episode, we hope you live and Lead with Courage!
Cherie x
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Anthony Noud is a high performance coach and co-founder of Awakened Lifestlyes.
Long before that, Anthony was a 15 year old obese heroin addict.

Anthony's story is a testament to the human spirit's resilience and capacity for change to lead a life of courage, transformation, and inner peace.

Learn more about Anthony's business and the incredible work that him and his team does at https://www.awakenedlifestyles.com.au/

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To find out more about the work we do Luminate Leadership connect with us:
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Until the next episode, we hope you live and Lead with Courage!
Cherie x
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Luminate Leadership is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you’re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.

Ali Maher is not your everyday tax accountant or business owner.
Ali is a determined athlete, who has experienced first hand what it is like to compete in the Ironman World Championships. 

Ali shares candidly about her challenges, her unwavering efforts to reach her goals, and the power of persistence. Ali shares her exciting journey through competition and qualifying, how she juggles her family life with her athletic ambitions, and how her powerful story serves as a reminder that dedication and effort can help us conquer our biggest dreams.

Koena Consulting, is a Tax Advisory and Accounting business, founded and run by Ali herself. https://www.koenaconsulting.com.au/

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To find out more about the work we do Luminate Leadership connect with us:
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Until the next episode, we hope you live and Lead with Courage!
Cherie x
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Luminate Leadership is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you’re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.

Kate Fisher is an award winning storyteller, change-maker & "Milkshakes for Marleigh" podcast host.

Amidst her daughter Marleigh's chronic illness and the terrifying shortage of blood products, Kate discovered courage and vulnerability to be her superpowers. She weaves these elements into inspiring stories on her podcast, urging more people to contribute to the noble cause of blood donation.

Kate is an inspiration to many, we are so grateful she can join us for this week's episode.

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Listen to the Milkshakes with Marleigh Podcast 
Follow Kate on LinkedIn
Give Blood

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To find out more about the work we do Luminate Leadership connect with us:
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Until the next episode, we hope you live and Lead with Courage!
Cherie x
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Luminate Leadership is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you’re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.

Mike Davis is the Co-Founder and CEO of Felix (ASX: FLX)

Mike joins the podcast to chat to us about his own founder journey and that entrepreneurial spirit that drives him forward. Mike is a modern day philosopher, and shares his important Leadership lessons, specifically around the 3 C's of Leadership.

Character - your own sense of voice
Confidence - being comfortable in your own skin
Conviction - an action orientated mindset

There is something in this episode for everyone, and we are pumped to share it with you!

ASX: FLX
Felix is an online construction marketplace where people list, find and hire equipment and sub-contractors around Australia.

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To find out more about the work we do Luminate Leadership connect with us:
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Until the next episode, we hope you live and Lead with Courage!
Cherie x
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When you think of the Leaders over your career that have shaped your life the most, for both Andy and Cherie this women is always at the top of the list!
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Join Cherie and Andy as they chat with Leadership expert, Yoga teacher and all time impressive human, Rachel O'Brien.
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In this episode Rach shares her remarkable experiences including:

• The lessons from her 22 year corporate career and senior leadership roles  at Flight Centre Travel Group 
• She shares her life changing illness and how it changed the entire trajectory of her life.
• Finding purpose and creating a new identity outside of her career
• The creation of her transformational Leadership Program Goddess in the Boardroom and Warriors in the Boardroom that she facilitates with her husband exploring the power of owning and embracing your own feminine and/or masculine energy as a leader. 

We love the vulnerability, the honesty and the incredible wisdom Rach brings to the conversation. We hope you enjoy it too!
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🔊 Listen now on your chosen podcast app.⁠

Links:

• Ted Lasso Bad Breath
• HBR Article https://hbr.org/2014/08/why-women-dont-apply-for-jobs-unless-theyre-100-qualified
• Warriors in the Boardroom: Next enrolment October 2023

Connect + Follow Rachel on instagram and LinkedIn

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To find out more about the work we do Luminate Leadership connect with us:
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Until the next episode, we hope you live and Lead with Courage!
Cherie x
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Luminate Leadership is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you’re struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.