Why is online dating so exhausting after 40? 

If you've ever felt drained by ghosting, catfishing, endless texting, or first dates that go absolutely nowhere, you’re not alone and this episode will make you feel seen.

In this raw and real conversation, host Chantal Gerardy sits down with Andrew Small, creator of the Over 40s Dating Podcast – Real and Unfiltered, to unpack what’s really going on in the over-40 dating world. Expect personal stories, no-fluff truths, and practical advice for staying sane while searching for connection.

👀 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The most common dating mistakes people over 40 still make (and how to avoid them)
• Why “ghosting” is the new normal, and how to not take it personally
• How Andrew uses on the market, in the market, enjoy the moment as his dating mindset mantra
• What actually works better than dating apps (hint: it’s free, and it’s fun)
• How he plans to monetize his podcast and why he's not waiting for the "perfect time" to start

🔗 Resources & Links:

🎙️ Follow Andrew’s podcast: Over 40s Dating – Real and Unfiltered on your favourite streaming platforms
🌐 Website coming soon. Follow @over40sdatingpodcast for launch details

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What if the “fix” isn’t more rest, more stretching, or another short-term treatment… but an entirely different approach to your body and mind?

 In this episode, physiotherapist and founder of The Ikaika Method Mana Shigematsu shares his powerful story, from a misdiagnosed injury to building a strength-first, soul-led recovery model that challenges everything you think you know about healing.

We talk real results, raw branding, and why pain is often the signal, not the root, of what’s really going on.

💡 You’ll learn:

• Why most traditional physio gets it wrong (and what to look for instead)
• The mindset shift that helps athletes, high performers & chronic pain sufferers heal
• How Mana uses strength, clarity, and warrior energy to empower his clients
• What branding looks like when you stop trying to “appeal to everyone”
• How he’s marketing his business by being fully himself

💪 Connect with Mana Shigematsu

🌐 theikaikamethod.com.au
 📸 Instagram – @theikaikamethod
 🎟️ Follow his wellness event series: @empowerfitexperience
 🏋️‍♂️ Personal: @manamatsu

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Still using an old selfie as your profile photo? You might be sending the wrong message — and losing clients before they ever click your link.

In this episode, pro photographer Brad Delaney (founder of The Headshot Guys) breaks down why most business owners get branding photography wrong and what to do instead.

From head position to facial expression, Brad shares his go-to strategies for creating photos that actually build trust, communicate authority, and convert.

💡 You’ll learn:

• Why bad headshots are killing your credibility (and how to fix them)
• What your eyes, smile, and jawline are really saying to potential clients
• The five pro tips Brad uses to make anyone look confident on camera
• How to match your photo vibe to your audience — LinkedIn vs Instagram vs website
• What most people get wrong about personal branding and self-worth

📸 Work with Brad Delaney

👉 theheadshotguys.com.au
📱 Find him on social: @theheadshotguys

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Think sales is all about pushing offers and chasing leads? Nic Rone would disagree, and his entire career proves why.

 From travel agent to political candidate to community connector, Nic shares how relationships, reputation, and real consistency turned his network into his most powerful marketing tool.

This episode is a masterclass in how to stop forcing your marketing and start letting connection do the heavy lifting.

💡 You’ll hear:

• How Nic built a travel business without competing on price
• What most people get wrong about networking (and how to fix it)
• Why he believes the best marketing is actually boring
• His strategy for local events, partnership marketing, and grassroots visibility
• What political campaigns taught him about social media, branding, and being real online

🔗 Connect with Nic Rone & Varsity Lakes Community Limited
🌐 Learn more: sportshouse.com.au/vlcl

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Is it possible to grow your brand, stay consistent, and still do it your way?
 
Leigh Martinuzzi says yes, and he’s done it over 1,100 times. In this refreshingly honest episode, Leigh shares how podcasting became his soul-satisfying side project, how it shaped his career in real estate, and why showing up unpolished is often what builds the deepest trust. 

From cold calls to bloopers, growth routines to community movie nights, this one’s packed with real stories and real strategies. 

💡 You’ll hear: 

• Why Leigh ditched the “real estate wanker” image (his words!) 
• How his podcast The Hidden Why helped him build confidence & connection 
• What actually works when marketing a local service-based business 
• Why consistency beats complexity every time 
• How to sell without being salesy (even in real estate) 

💬 Connect with Leigh Martinuzzi 

🎙️ Listen to The Hidden Why Podcast
👉 thehiddenwhy.com 

🏡 Looking to buy or sell on the Sunshine Coast?
👉 martinuzzi.com.au 

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Think your SEO is “done”? Think again. In this punchy and practical episode, Katrina Puranik from Ranking Australia joins Chantal to reveal why “set and forget” SEO is quietly draining your leads, and what to do about it. 

From hiring VAs and trusting ChatGPT to fixing messy websites and ditching random ad spend, Katrina shares exactly what it takes to rank (and convert) in 2025. 

You’ll learn: 

• Why most SEO fails  and how to fix the foundations first 
• What business owners get wrong when outsourcing SEO to VAs 
• The truth about ChatGPT and cookie-cutter content 
• Why throwing ads at a broken site is a waste of money 
• Simple ways to make your SEO actually work (without losing your mind) 

🔍 Book a Free Google Discovery Call with Katrina 
👉 rankingAustralia.com.au 

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Think you need to “fake it till you make it” in leadership? Think again.
 
Leadership coach and former elite athlete Fiona Cullen joins Chantal to unpack why confidence doesn’t come from pretending, and how real leaders build trust, impact, and influence from the inside out. 

From corporate culture to identity, mindset, and B2B growth, Fiona shares the behind-the-scenes truth of what it really takes to lead, especially when the stakes are high and the journey is long. 

In this episode: 

• Why faking confidence is costing you real results 
• How to lead without losing yourself (or your team) 
• Why leadership is unnatural and what to do about it 
• The B2B mistake that’s stalling your sales 
• What elite sport taught Fiona about resilience and repetition 
• How to position yourself as a leader on LinkedIn (the smart way) 

💼 Connect with Fiona Cullen 

🚀 Explore leadership programs + download your free guide
👉 www.performastery.com.au 

📲 Follow Fiona on LinkedIn
👉 linkedin.com/in/fiona-cullen (link provided if available; otherwise, user may add) 

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Ever wonder if you could grow smarter and faster without draining your bank account? In this episode of Meaningful Marketing, host Chantal Gerardy dives into the world of government funding with small business strategist Kim Yabsley from Growology. 

Kim doesn’t just chase grants, she transforms them into high-impact growth strategies. Together, you’ll discover how leveraging funding can be ethical, powerful, and downright game-changing—and definitely not a boring bureaucracy. 

🎧 What You’ll Hear: 

• Why free money isn’t magic, but a growth tactic 
• How to use grants as a client-acquisition superpower, one strategy Kim walks every business through 
• The real talk on success rates (hint: only 17%—unless you go strategic) 
• Stitch the story: aligning your business goals with government priorities 
• Bonus tips: wage-reimbursement grants, R&D for health or tech, council creativity funds, and more 

🔗 Learn More from Kim Yabsley & Growology: 

• Visit Growology.com.au to explore Kim’s grant strategy services, success stories, and offerings: growology.com.au 
• Join the Grow With Grants Academy for monthly tools, templates, expert workshops, and support for business owners: growology.com.au/academy 
• Download the Ultimate Grants Guide to see current, open grants across Australia and learn how to prepare for them: Get the guide 
• Follow Kim on Instagram for clever tips, behind-the-scenes updates, and quick grant wins: @grantsbygrowology 

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• Download our FREE Marketing Guide to simplify your strategy and get results: chantalgerardy.com.au/free-downloads 
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What if the biggest block in your marketing wasn’t a strategy but your nervous system? 

 
In this powerful episode of Meaningful Marketing, host Chantal Gerardy sits down with transformational breathwork coach Trey Williams to explore how conscious breathing, somatics, and emotional regulation can unlock your creativity, clarity, and business momentum. 

Whether you're a purpose-driven entrepreneur or a high-achieving founder feeling burnt out, this conversation unpacks how regulating your inner world changes everything about how you show up in business, from your content to your confidence. 

In this episode, you'll learn: 

• Why breathwork works when journaling, therapy, and mindset alone don’t 
• The link between your nervous system and the results you attract 
• How unresolved trauma shows up in your branding and decision-making 
• What it means to “find your song” and let it lead your marketing 
• Trey’s method for building nervous system capacity (aka the real key to sustainable business growth) 

🎁 Free Calm Kit – A beautiful gift to support nervous system regulation and emotional reset:
https://www.treywilliams.com.au/thecalmkit 

🌬️ Breathwork Facilitator & Abundance Coach Training (August) – A powerful opportunity to become a certified breathwork coach:
https://www.treywilliams.com.au/breath-coach-tt-aug-immersion-2025 

📱 Follow Trey on Instagram: @treygwilliams 

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What if your next client trusted you before you even spoke to them? 

 
In this episode of Meaningful Marketing, host Chantal Gerardy is joined by personal branding and awards strategist Lauren Clement of The Audacious Agency, who shares how entrepreneurs can use credibility, visibility, and the right kind of awards to go from overlooked to in-demand. 

Whether you’ve been burned by vanity metrics or feel stuck trying to prove your worth, Lauren’s approach will help you build recognition that moves the needle, not just decorates your website. 

Inside this episode: 

• How trust is the new currency in business and how to earn it 
• The difference between ego-boosting awards and credibility-building ones 
• Lauren’s method for choosing award categories that match your message 
• Why award applications are a goldmine for content, clarity, and confidence 
• What to know before stepping onto the stage and how to leverage the win 

🎯 Follow Lauren on Instagram: @lauren_clemett
📘 Explore Lauren’s work: The Audacious Agency
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