Originally aired: September 2024

Episode Number: 174

Building a successful career and raising a family can often feel like competing priorities, especially when societal expectations, financial pressures, and personal ambitions all pull in different directions. But creating a life that aligns with who you truly are begins with giving yourself permission to define success on your own terms.

In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, co-founder of City Ladies Networking and CEO of Moja Sophie Milliken shares her personal journey of navigating single motherhood while building a successful business. Discover why choosing the right support systems, asking for help, and staying true to your ambitions can create not only greater opportunities for yourself, but also a stronger foundation for those you care about most.

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Episode Notes

In this episode, I sit down with Terry Gormley to explore his remarkable journey from South Yorkshire coal miner to accomplished business owner and coach. We dive into powerful strategies for transforming limiting beliefs, building balanced thinking, and taking practical action to design and live your ideal life. Discover how mindset, planning, and daily habits can help bridge the gap between knowing and doing—empowering you to create lasting success in business and beyond.

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Video Chapters

00:00 - Introduction 00:06 - Origins: Upbringing in a Mining Village 01:06 - Early Career as a Coal Miner and Realizing the Need for Change 01:54 - Transitioning to Fire Service and Upskilling 02:41 - The Leap from Employment to Entrepreneurship 03:42 - Communication Challenges and the Role of NLP 04:16 - Discovering NLP and Transforming Mindset 05:05 - Human Behavior, Success Modeling, and Coaching Career 06:04 - Supporting Professional Athletes and Entrepreneurs 07:29 - Incongruence: The Gap Between Knowing and Doing 08:08 - Internal Blockages and Building New Habits 09:19 - Introducing the Balanced Thinking Framework 10:13 - Managing Negative Thoughts and Building Positive Habits 11:54 - The Power of State and Mindset in Entrepreneurship 13:41 - Creating Mental Frameworks for Daily Success 14:09 - Practical Exercises to Shift Thought Patterns 15:22 - The Importance of Language and Self-Talk 16:14 - Using Physiology to Boost Confidence and Well-Being 17:03 - Mindshaper Academy and Developing Balanced Thinking 17:23 - The Challenge of Time Management and Planning 18:12 - The Ideal Week Exercise for Awareness and Discipline 19:46 - Proactive Versus Reactive Planning for Business Owners 21:03 - The Science of Habit Change and Routine Creation 22:45 - Applying Mindset to Achieve Tangible Business Results 23:12 - Overcoming Limiting Beliefs Through Action 25:00 - Taking on Fears, Challenges, and Public Speaking 26:32 - The Ripple Effect of Personal Growth 28:16 - Raising Capital and Breaking Self-Imposed Limits 29:23 - Business Acquisitions: Lessons and Challenges 30:39 - Living Life by Design and Values-Based Decision Making 32:28 - The Life-Changing Power of Thinking Time 34:03 - Designing Your Ideal Lifestyle Now, Not Later 36:46 - Creating Your Own Framework for Freedom 38:01 - The Importance of Asking Possibility Questions 39:27 - Impact and Mission: Making a Difference in Others' Lives 40:05 - How to Calculate and Achieve Your Ideal Lifestyle 41:08 - Where to Find Out More About Terry Gormley 42:13 - The Most Important Questions to Ask Yourself 44:00 - The STIEA Framework: Thoughts, Emotions, Actions, Results 45:27 - Closing Thoughts and Takeaways

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Originally aired: September 2024

Episode Number: 173

Many of us approach personal growth by separating the mind, body, and emotions into different disciplines. But what if the real breakthrough comes from understanding that they were never separate to begin with?

In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, Coherent Leadership Coach Sal Jefferies explores one of the most overlooked principles across philosophy, yoga, and psychotherapy: the interconnected nature of human experience. Find out why true transformation happens when we stop treating our thoughts, emotions, physical health, and behaviours as isolated systems and begin to see how each influences the other in creating lasting change and peak performance.

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Originally aired: September 2024

Episode Number: 172

Success and fulfillment are rarely the result of working harder alone. They come from building the right habits, protecting your most valuable resource, and creating the space needed to think, decide, and live with greater intention.

In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, mindful leadership teacher, speaker, author, and entrepreneur Rob Dube reveals the ten disciplines that transformed his approach to life and business. From long-term thinking and taking regular time off to mastering focus, setting boundaries, and embracing humility, discover the practical framework designed to help high achievers reclaim their time, gain clarity, and create success with greater peace and purpose.

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Originally aired: September 2024

Episode Number: 171

Life-changing breakthroughs and peak performance often come not from doing more, but from creating space for clarity, stillness, and deeper thinking. For entrepreneurs and high achievers, learning when to pause can become one of the most powerful advantages of all.

In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, multifaceted entrepreneur and wellness expert Jason Campbell explores why mental resets are essential for creativity, intuition, and sustained success. Discover how stepping away from constant mental noise can unlock flow states, spark original ideas, and help entrepreneurs tap into their highest level of creative expression.

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Originally aired: August 2024

Episode Number: 170

Some of life's biggest opportunities arrive unexpectedly, often through small acts of generosity and genuine human connection rather than carefully crafted plans or the pursuit of personal gain.

In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, former member of the Royal Navy turned successful entrepreneur and inventor Neil Harvey shares the power of adding value to others without expecting anything in return. Learn how generosity, service, and making people feel better about themselves can create opportunities that no amount of planning could predict.

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Originally aired: August 2024

Episode Number: 168

Many of the behaviours we struggle with in adulthood are often treated as isolated problems, yet their roots may lie much deeper than we realise.

In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, therapist, healer, and author specializing in addiction Ken Wells explores how unmet emotional needs and early life experiences can shape patterns of addiction, achievement, and the search for validation. Discover why lasting change requires more than addressing symptoms, and how understanding the underlying wounds that drive our behaviours can open the door to greater healing, self-awareness, and personal growth.

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Originally aired: August 2024

Episode Number: 167

Many people focus on what they want to say when communicating, but the most effective speakers focus on what their audience needs to hear.

In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, creator of the ultimate speaking system Joel Weldon explores a simple framework for creating messages that truly connect. Learn how understanding your audience's needs, addressing their concerns, and recognising their existing strengths can make your communication more relevant, memorable, and impactful.

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Originally aired: May 2024

Episode Number: 164

Fear often appears at the exact moment we're about to step into something bigger, whether it's a difficult conversation, a major decision, or an opportunity that pushes us beyond our comfort zone.

In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, America's first female fighter squadron commander Martha McSally reveals why courage is not the absence of fear, but the decision to act despite it. Discover how embracing discomfort, trusting your preparation, and choosing action over hesitation can help you expand your capabilities, build confidence, and achieve things you once thought were beyond your reach.

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Originally aired: May 2024

Episode Number: 163

Everyone faces setbacks, disappointments, and moments that test their resilience, but the way we respond to those challenges often determines the direction of our lives.

In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, Resilience Specialist, Speaker, and Coach Daniel Costa Gil shares three powerful practices that can help build greater resilience. Learn why asking better questions, embracing personal responsibility, and leaning on the right support system can transform life's toughest moments into opportunities for growth.

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