Tall Poppy Talk

"It's what kept me going. It also drove me crazy at times, but I think it is what kept me in the sport, kept me pushing " - Eva Goodisson, Professional Triathlete.

Eva represents New Zealand in Triathlon, currently gearing up for the Rome World Cup this Saturday Oct 5th.

Starting out as a competitive swimmer and seeing success as a teen, Eva took an opportunity to run D1 Track at UC Davis in California USA, and is now is bringing all her skills together as an elite triathlete.

Graduating in 2021, she went full throttle into her pro-athlete pursuit. It paid off when she got a spot as Reserve for the Commonwealth Games that same year, was introduced to the Elite Team, and propelled into competing on the world circuit. When a neural back injury came out of no where during a routine gym session just after her best placing, Eva began a tough two-year recovery journey which saw her strengthen her mind in ways never before anticipated.

2024 has seen her truly excel in her competitions already, and it is a gift to learn how she managed to navigate that time.

Some wisdom Eva took away from her time in California, was that a diverse life full with multiple areas of focus away from sport, made her a better athlete. Balance is key.

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"With excellence you can fail, and keep going, and keep striving" - Mayte Natalio, Broadway Choreographer, Performer & Artist.

In this episode Mayte shares her journey from dancer to choreographer, the creative process behind her work, and the importance of storytelling in dance.

In Mayte's debut season on Broadway, she choreographed for not one but two Broadway Musicals with How To Dance In Ohio, and Suffs.

We discuss the significance of historical context in art, the challenges of imposter syndrome, and the role of trust in collaboration.

Mayte also expresses her passion for political engagement and the importance of community in the upcoming election.

On Sunday Sept 29th US, Mayte is hosting a special Dancers for Harris Masterclass in NYC to fundraise for the upcoming election. If you're local - get there!! Have fun & help support their cause. Link below or also through their website, and instagram @dancersforharris https://sites.google.com/view/dancers-for-harris/schedule?authuser=0

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"Uncertainty is my friend" - Mark Berridge, award-winning Author & Ted X Speaker.

Mark, author and motivational speaker, shares his journey of overcoming a severe spinal injury and finding hope and strength in the face of adversity. He emphasizes the importance of gratitude, generosity, and taking the most generous assumptions in life.

Mark's story serves as a reminder to value every step and to focus on the gains rather than the gaps. He discusses the power of writing as a form of reflection and healing, and how he shifted his perspective from loss to growth.

Mark's resilience and optimism inspire others to pursue their potential and embrace the challenges that come their way. We discuss the importance of personal growth, mental health maintenance, and unpacking the concept of tall poppy syndrome. He emphasizes the need to evolve towards positivity and have a positive impact on others' lives.

Mark shares his experience of writing a book, giving a TEDx talk, and the challenges he faced in putting himself out there. He highlights the significance of authenticity, integrity, and celebrating differences.

We talk about the power of trying and the importance of measuring progress based on values and behaviors rather than just results.

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"There will always be a need for news" - Ben Plummer, Journalist with the New Zealand Herald.

Ben, a multimedia journalist and reporter, joins Tall Poppy Talk to discuss his career path into journalism and the concept of high performance. He shares his passion for sports reporting and the challenges of covering hard (but important) community topics such as breaking news. We address common misconceptions about the industry and the importance of reliable news sources. Ben shares his strategies for maintaining work-life boundaries and the need to switch off from intense stories.

One of Ben's recent articles linked below centered on his family's experience with Tall Poppy Syndrome in New Zealand, particularly in the high-performance sport sector. During this chat we examine the concept and state of tall poppy syndrome - observing generational changes and theorizing on the possibility of eradicting tall poppy syndrome for good. Ben shares his personal experience with tall poppy syndrome, both as a journalist and through his brother's career as a professional rugby player.

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Ben's Article on Tall Poppy Syndrome (Aug 16, 2024): https://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/abuse-in-sport-my-brother-harry-plummers-in-the-all-blacks-the-daily-vitriol-players-cop-makes-me-angry-and-ashamed/LQC2EI5NNFCFFCS3P5U62DYXZQ/

"If you have an awareness of an issue, do you have an immoral obligation to do something about it? ... Because I was aware of it, I had a moral obligation to try" - Julia Arnott-Neenee, Director CEO and co-Founder of FibreFale.

In this episode of Tall Poppy Talk, Julia shares her journey in the tech industry and her mission for digital equity. She discusses her motivations for working overseas and the realization that corporate success was not fulfilling. Emphasizing the importance of justice, people, and futures as her core values and the driving force behind starting FibreFale.

We explore the concept of tall poppy syndrome and how it has affected her. Julia also discusses the challenges she faces as a young woman of color in New Zealand and the pressure to conform to societal norms.

Julia shares about the need to apologize for her ambition and the difficulty of finding people who understand and support her aspirations. Reflecting on the constant struggle to balance personal growth and societal expectations.

Despite challenges, Julia remains committed to being a change maker and role model for others.

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"What else can I excel at? It's a simple way of changing the narrative" - Sari Davidson, Entrepreneur and Leader.

Sari, founder of BooginHead, joins Tall Poppy Talk today to share her entrepreneurial journey and insights on building a successful team, culture, and expanding company. We reflect on her journey to date as a high-performing entrepreneur and the challenges of transitioning to a new phase in life.

Sari emphasizes the need to trust your gut when hiring and creating a company culture that fosters growth and collaboration. She also reflects on the internal dialogue of imposter syndrome and the external pressures of tall poppy syndrome.

Overall, Sari's story highlights the resilience and determination required to build and lead a successful business.

We discuss the importance of self-reflection, embracing change, and redefining success. Sari shares her experience of selling her business and the need to celebrate accomplishments. She also emphasizes the value of feedback and continuous growth as a leader. Sari's passion for personal and professional development shines through as she navigates the next chapter of her life.

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"Actually money is good to talk about, and probably even more importantly, not having money and not being able to do stuff, is even better to talk about because that's how we start to prioritize" - Rupert Carlyon, Founder + Managing Director of Kōura Wealth, Aotearoa NZ.

Rupert is an entrepreneur, a businessman, a career financial expert, outdoorsman, a Dad, and a change-maker.

Working in financial service roles his entire career, Rupert has global experience after a lengthy stint based in London at global investment bank UBS. Upon his return to New Zealand in 2014, Rupert was inspired to make a big difference after seeing the stagnant state of options avaliable for Kiwi's retirement saving schemes.

Utilizing his global mindset, he looked internationally, at companies and technologies that were doing retirement investing well. Kōura Wealth is the result of his efforts, all with the motivation to give kiwis access to the technology and products to help them achieve their financial goals.

Since launching in 2019, the business has over 4,600 members, with over $180 million Funds Under Management.

During this episode we talk finances, saving schemes, parenting, social mindsets about 'real' money, and the journey of building Kōura Wealth.

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"In life its not what you say, its how you say it... and in this regard [Tall Poppy] its not what you say but How, Why, and Who is saying it" - Lachie Good, Professional Freestyle Snowboard Coach & Mental Skills Coach.

Lachie Good is traveling the world coaching athletes on multi-month training camps and at world-best competitions - physically and mentally, supporting them to accomplish their highest aspirations.

Known for his work with the Outsiders snowboard team, you can find brilliant vlogs on his YouTube channel that details behind-the-scenes action, athlete profiles, and stunning scenery from their adventures.

Lachie is an experienced freestyle coach who has worked with athletes competing at the highest-profile events such as the LAAX Open, World Cups, & Winter Olympics. & is regarded with the highest respect from athletes past and present.

Beyond his snowboard career, Lachie is a skydiver, thrill-seeker, life-long athlete, and talented storyteller.

Lachie has made a career out of traveling the world, sharing inspiring stories, and bringing out the best in his athletes.

This episode is epic, thank you Lachie.

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"You have to show up every single day, and you can't shy away from those challenges either. The worst thing you can do is bury your head in the sand and pretend that its not happening, because it is happening, so just deal with it" - Joseph Harawira, CEO + Co-founder of Wai Mānuka.

Terms used widely to describe Joe are: Entrepreneur, visionary leader, strategic thinker, and creative problem-solver.

Wai Mānuka is New Zealand’s premier non-alcoholic beverage, that has evolved under Joe’s leadership from a startup to an award-winning brand. The team boasts patents and strategic partnerships with prestigious events like the 36th America’s Cup, NZ Fashion Week, and the NZ International Business Awards.

Prior to his current role as CEO, Joe served in the NZ Defence Force - completing operations in East Timor and Bosnia under the UN and NATO respectively.

Earning a Bachelor of Exercise & Sports Science, and an Executive Master of Business Administration, before traveling the world learning and working for NZ Rugby and also spent time with the NRL. His career in sport focused on wellbeing and injury prevention.

Joe is a Ted X speaker, businessman, and community-centered leader.

Haere mai Joe to Tall Poppy Talk!!

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"I think true humility is true confidence, in the sense of 'I know what I've got as well as I know my limitations" - Genezy 'Ilolahia.

Gen is a Psychology Specialist and Co-founder of powerhouse social enterprise The Moanan.

The Moanan has grown into something remarkable, and its only in the infancy stage. With a very engaging podcast, viral social media presence, and informative website, Gen and co-host Laki Tiatia are connecting indigenous pacific knowledge holders and scholars to descendants of the Moana.

During his time at The University of Auckland, Gen both studied and worked in the field of human behavior. He was also the lead for a Māori & Pasifika equity program. With over a decade of leadership experience across public, private, and charity organizations, Gen uses evidence-based, people-centered solutions to assist individuals and teams in facing challenges. All geared towards bringing out the best in people, their teams, and their organizations.

Gen is a Facilitator, Coach, Psychologist, and conversation starter.

Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts.

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