The Steady Success Podcast

Sometimes you've just got to buy the big bike.

Whatever the “big bike” is for you.

In this episode of the Steady Success Podcast, I share the story of buying my Triumph Rocket 3—a bike I'd pretty much ruled out before I even walked into the dealership—and why sometimes the things that intimidate us are exactly the things worth having a crack at.

What started as a story about buying a motorbike turned into a much bigger conversation about fear, backing yourself and pushing through the barriers we can unknowingly build in our own heads. From borrowing money again after bankruptcy, to tackling night shifts I'd started dreading, to riding a bloody great Rocket over the mountain in the rain—there seemed to be a lesson in all of it.

I also share a few thoughts from the buying experience itself, including the difference between good sales and the kind that leaves you wanting to run for the door, plus why showing up and doing the thing is often more important than waiting until you're perfectly ready.

A bit of bikes, a bit of life, a bit of a rant—and maybe a reminder to stop talking yourself out of the things that might just put a smile back on your face.

Sometimes you've just got to buy the big bike.

Have you ever caught yourself waiting for someone else to fix your situation?

Whether it's the government, your employer, your partner, your finances or your health, it's surprisingly easy to hand over our power without even realising we're doing it.

In this episode of the Steady Success Podcast, I explore what it really means to take charge of your life. We look at the subtle ways we can give away our power without even realising it, why we so often end up feeling stuck, and what we can do to start creating change instead of waiting for it.

Along the way I share a simple psychological framework that helped change the way I look at challenges, along with some practical ideas around mindset, habits and personal growth that have made a real difference in my own life.

If you're ready to stop waiting for things to change and start taking the next step yourself, this episode gives you you a different way of looking at the challenges you're facing and encourages you to take that next small step.

Self-awareness can be one of the most powerful tools we have for personal growth... but can we become so focused on healing that we forget to simply enjoy life?

In this solo episode, I explore the balance between doing the inner work and actually living. We dive into relationship triggers, why our past can shape how we interpret the present, and how greater self-awareness can help us respond rather than simply react.

I also share some personal reflections on navigating relationship challenges, recognising old patterns, and the importance of creating a life that's about more than just self-improvement.

Whether you're working through past experiences, building a healthier relationship, or simply trying to understand yourself a little better, this episode offers practical insights into emotional awareness, communication and finding balance.

Because the goal isn't to spend your life healing...

It's to heal enough that you can get back to living it.

How we respond to life's challenges often matters more than the challenges themselves.

In this solo episode, I reflect on reaching 22 episodes of the Steady Success Podcast and share some of the lessons I've been learning about perseverance, motivation and staying in the game when the results aren't showing up as quickly as we'd like.

We explore how setbacks, disappointment, anger and even other people's success can become powerful sources of motivation—if we're willing to use them that way.

I also share some personal updates, including quitting smoking, dealing with brain fog during recovery, celebrating the achievements of previous podcast guests, and a simple driving lesson with my son that became a reminder that confidence is built through practice, not avoidance.

If you're feeling stuck, frustrated, or questioning whether your efforts are worth it, this episode is a reminder that every challenge carries an opportunity to learn, grow and move one step closer to the life you want.

Because the things that test us can also become the things that drive us forward.

🎙️ Thanks for listening, and thank you to everyone who's helped me reach 22 episodes. Here's to the next milestone.

How many dreams never become reality because we convince ourselves they're impossible?

In this episode I'm joined by keynote speaker and life coach Gigi Santos from Miami, Florida. We dive into fear, self-doubt, following your purpose and why taking action is often the only way to discover what's truly possible.

We talk about everything from building confidence, overcoming limiting beliefs and learning through failure, to why your environment matters, the importance of looking after yourself first, and how one simple decision can completely change the direction of your life.

If you've been putting something off, waiting for the "right time", or wondering whether you're capable of more, this conversation is a reminder that your future isn't decided by where you are today, but by the actions you choose to take next.

Because sometimes the biggest difference between the life you have and the life you want... is simply having the courage to ask the question.

After several weeks of interviewing incredible guests from around the world, I wanted to take a step back and reflect on the lessons that kept showing up.

In this solo episode, I connect the dots between the conversations I've had on perseverance, gratitude, intuition, alignment, boundaries, relationships, second chances and personal growth, and explain why I believe they're all pointing towards the same thing.

Building a successful life isn't just about achieving more.

It's about becoming the kind of person who can create success without sacrificing their health, relationships or peace of mind along the way.

I also share more of my own journey through anxiety, divorce, bankruptcy and rebuilding, along with some of the practical mindset shifts that helped me move forward.

We explore why gratitude matters, the role belief plays in overcoming challenges, how our thoughts shape our actions, why boundaries are essential, and why success starts long before we ever reach the finish line.

If you've been following the recent interview series, this episode brings the key lessons together into one simple message:

Real success is built from the inside out.

It's not about becoming someone else.

It's about becoming the best version of yourself, one steady step at a time.

In this episode of The Steady Success Podcast, I sit down with keynote speaker, author and advocate Rachael Richardson for a powerful conversation about second chances, resilience, and the belief that our past doesn't have to determine our future.

After a single decision changed the course of her life forever, Rachael found herself navigating addiction, incarceration and the long road to rebuilding her life. Rather than allowing those experiences to define her, she chose to learn from them and dedicate her life to helping others do the same.

Throughout our conversation, we explore personal responsibility, trauma, resilience, recovery, leadership, youth development and the power of choosing a different path.

One of the messages that resonated with me most was this: while we can't change what has happened, we can choose what happens next.

Whether you've made mistakes, faced setbacks, or simply feel like life hasn't gone the way you'd hoped, this conversation is a reminder that your story isn't over.

Your past doesn't define your future.

You do.

In this episode, I sit down with psychotherapist, neurocoach and keynote speaker Indrani Lewthwaite to explore a simple practice that has the potential to transform every area of our lives: gratitude.

Drawing on her experience working with thousands of clients, Indrani shares the patterns she's observed between those who remain stuck in pain and those who find a way to move forward. We discuss how gratitude isn't about ignoring hardship or pretending everything is okay, but about learning to shift our focus toward what we can learn, appreciate and build from.

Throughout the conversation, we explore resilience, mindset, mental health, relationships, personal growth, identity, fear of failure, self-belief, and the stories we tell ourselves after life's toughest challenges.

We also discuss why healthy relationships matter, how our thoughts shape our reality, and why what many people call "failure" may actually be valuable insight in disguise.

This is a thoughtful and practical conversation filled with wisdom, compassion and hope for anyone navigating difficult circumstances or looking to create a more fulfilling life.

Because while we can't always choose what happens to us, we can choose what we focus on next.

In this heartwarming episode, I sit down with author, illustrator, wildlife carer and founder of Snuggle Pouch Studios, Ingrid Kangas.

Ingrid shares her remarkable story of growing up in a large family, experiencing profound loss at a young age, and spending decades putting the needs of others before her own. Eventually, she realised that if she was ever going to live the life she truly wanted, she needed to learn one simple but powerful skill: saying yes to herself.

We explore people-pleasing, self-belief, following your dreams, overcoming fear, taking small steps, and the courage it takes to choose your own path—even when others don't understand it.

Ingrid also shares the inspiring story behind her book Two Peas and a Pouch, her work with orphaned kangaroo joeys, and how saying yes to her lifelong dream of becoming an author and illustrator transformed her life.

This conversation is a reminder that it's never too late to follow what's calling you, invest in yourself, and take the next step toward the life you truly want.

Because sometimes the most important "yes" you'll ever say is the one you say to yourself.

In this episode, I sit down with business consultant, author and keynote speaker Shiran Faast to explore a topic that resonated deeply with me: alignment.

Shiran shares her journey from building a multi-million-dollar business to making the difficult decision to walk away when she realised success on paper no longer aligned with the life she wanted to live. We discuss the warning signs of misalignment, the importance of understanding your values, and why growth without alignment can sometimes take us further away from what truly matters.

We also dive into business growth, leadership, company culture, AI, entrepreneurship, personal development, and the role self-awareness plays in creating meaningful success.

Along the way, Shiran shares practical insights on recognising when it's time to pivot, how to build stronger teams, and why some of the biggest breakthroughs in life and business come from asking yourself better questions.

Whether you're a business owner, leader, or simply someone trying to figure out what's next, this conversation offers plenty of food for thought.

Because sometimes the most important question isn't "How do I grow?"

It's "Am I growing in the right direction?"

Find resources mentioned at www.shiranfaast.com

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