Send us a text

What does it take to transform a traditional financial role into a catalyst for business innovation? Julia Qian, CFO of Health in Tech, has mastered this evolution through a career spanning manufacturing giants, global banking, and now healthcare technology disruption.

Our conversation reveals how Julia's diverse background at Whirlpool, Johnson & Johnson, and Citigroup prepared her to identify sectors ripe for technological revolution. Banking lagged manufacturing by decades in adoption, but insurance represented an even greater opportunity—a $4.5 trillion healthcare market with $2 trillion in insurance premiums, characterized by complex processes and minimal innovation. Health in Tech's platform has transformed the small business insurance experience, reducing underwriting from two weeks to just minutes while serving what Julia calls "the backbone of the economy."

Beyond the numbers, Julia redefines what makes a successful CFO. She breaks down the role into four critical functions: basic accounting, regulatory reporting, capital markets management, and strategic business analysis. But her most surprising insight? The paramount importance of empathy in financial leadership. "It's not about the no," she explains, "it's about what we can do." This solution-oriented mindset transforms finance from a perceived obstacle into a strategic partner.

Julia's approach to data presentations resonates with anyone who's spent days preparing spreadsheets only to have everything distilled to three key points before a meeting. Her advice: "What are the top three messages you want to deliver? What does the data tell us about direction?" This focus on simplicity and meaning over exhaustive detail characterizes her leadership style.

Looking for your own golden nugget of success? Julia leaves us with powerful wisdom: "I'm the one in the driver's seat." This philosophy of personal agency has guided her journey from humble beginnings to global financial leadership. Ready to take control of your professional path? Subscribe now and join our community of forward-thinking leaders driving positive change in their organizations.

Send us a text

In this episode, Julian Treasure — renowned sound expert and TED speaker with over 100 million views — joins The Success Nuggets Podcast to explore the profound difference between hearing and listening. Drawing from a lifetime shaped by music, business, and deep curiosity, Julian reveals how conscious listening is one of the most underappreciated yet transformative skills we can develop.

We discuss why most people confuse hearing, a passive ability, with listening, an active and trainable skill that shapes relationships, business success, and even societal wellbeing. From the staggering $8.8 trillion cost of poor listening in business, to the personal power of reconnecting with silence, Julian offers both insight and practical guidance for anyone seeking deeper human connection in a noisy world.

He also shares a look inside The Listening Society — a global community dedicated to regenerating listening as a core human skill. It’s a place to share stories, solve real-world challenges, and reimagine how we use sound to influence, empathize, and lead. For a limited time, listeners can join with a free seven-day trial, including direct access to Julian and exclusive bonus material.   https://betterlistening.today/yes

This is more than a conversation. It’s an invitation to step out of your listening bunker and tune into the world — and each other — with fresh ears.

🟡 His Golden Nugget?
"Silence. Re-establish your connection with silence. Sit quietly every day for 3 minutes to help your listening."

This simple practice, shared by Julian Treasure on The Success Nuggets Podcast, is a powerful reminder that the foundation of great listening starts with a few moments of intentional quiet.

With thanks to One Golden Nugget and Maxwell Preece for editing, support and artwork

Send us a text

From a Tunisian childhood to 85 countries, and a luxury empire.

Riadh Bouaziz, the founder and CEO of RKF Luxury Linen, transformed a moment of awe as a child into a hospitality revolution. Today, his patented textiles elevate the experiences of over 50,000 hotels worldwide.

Knighted by the French President and holding 25 international awards, Riadh's journey is one of visionary innovation, fierce loyalty, and unshakable belief, even when the world told him to quit.

In this electrifying episode of The Success Nuggets Podcast, David Abel sits down with a leader who doesn’t just talk about resilience—he lives it.

💡 You’ll learn:

Why the “wow effect” is his north star

How he navigated global crises with bold, unconventional moves

Why health is the real currency of success

Whether you’re scaling a business or stuck at a crossroads, Riadh’s story will inspire you to stop waiting and start building.

🟡 His golden nugget? "If you want to start your business, do it now. Be focused. Go straight forward."

With thanks to One Golden Nugget and Maxwell Preece for editing, support and artwork

Send us a text

🌍 This episode made me look in the mirror.

I’ve never met someone quite like Sir Paul Flynn.
He’s not just planting trees, he’s planting possibility.

Every segment of this conversation peels back a deeper layer of what he’s doing… and how he’s doing it.
From carbon finance to community wells, from wildlife protection to giving orphaned kids a home. Paul’s building a future, not from a boardroom, but with his hands, in the dirt—up to his legs in it.

But what really stopped me?

👉 His gratitude.
To those who back him.
To those who believe.
To the people who put their money to work. 

Not for returns, but for real, human impact.

This one’s not just a listen.
 It’s a lesson.
 And maybe, a call to check what we’re really building.

If you're lucky enough to hear this you are doing just fine.

#TheSuccessNuggetsPodcast #PaulFlynn #DeepWork #GratitudeInAction #CarbonForGood #GrowFoundation #ImpactMatters #LeadershipWithHeart

🟡 His golden nugget?
 "Be kind to strangers for no reason."
That’s not just a quote. That’s how he lives.

With thanks to One Golden Nugget and Maxwell Preece for editing, support and artwork

Send us a text

Healthcare is broken and Sir Tim Johnson is building the fix.

From his couch to the NASDAQ, the founder of Health in Tech joins The Success Nuggets Podcast to reveal how FDA-approved wearables and radical data transparency could save lives, and already have.

Tim shares a tragic story how a second stroke became fatal because no one had the data, and how his mission makes sure that never happens again. 

Meditation, self-reflection, and a brutally honest look at what it really takes to change an industry, this episode will hit hard for anyone building with purpose.

Nugget of the day "Don’t confuse effort with success—sweat doesn’t always mean progress."

With thanks to One Golden Nugget and Maxwell Preece for editing, support and artwork

Listen now. Your health might depend on it.

Send us a text

What do chainsaws, last-minute speaking gigs, and a billion-dollar brand have in common?

Joe & Julie Foster.

This week on The Success Nuggets, we go beyond the Reebok story to explore how business and love can fuel each other—when respect, humor, and partnership are at the core.

It’s one of only two times they’ve ever done a podcast together. Trust me, you’ll want to hear this.

Nugget of the day "Success isn't about balance, it's about having fun together, no matter what you're building.

With thanks to One Golden Nugget and Maxwell Preece for editing, support and artwork

Send us a text

What does it take to transform wild ideas into billion-dollar entertainment franchises? Larry Kasanoff, the legendary producer behind Mortal Kombat and Terminator 2, reveals his secret weapon: “a touch of the madness.”

From betting his career on Platoon to pioneering video game films, Larry’s journey is a masterclass in daring creativity, bold persistence, and breaking the rules when everyone else plays it safe. He shares the three-part formula behind his biggest wins:

Ask anyone for anything

Persevere beyond what’s reasonable

Have genuine fun doing it

Forget credentials—Larry’s only question is: “Do they get stuff done?” His no-nonsense approach and outrageous success make this one of the most energizing episodes yet.

🎧 Whether you're building in business, entertainment, or innovation, this episode gives you permission to go all-in on the idea everyone else thinks is crazy.

Nugget of the day “That crazy, wonderful idea everyone thinks you're nuts for believing in – that’s the one. Go for it.”

With thanks to One Golden Nugget and Maxwell Preece for editing, support and artwork

Send us a text

From splicing underground cables in Brooklyn to launching the $7 billion global media powerhouse E! Entertainment Television, Larry Namer’s story is one of audacity, strategy, and seriously smart thinking under pressure.

In this episode, Larry shares how growing up with Turkish immigrant parents shaped his views on risk, why constraints can fuel creativity, and the game-changing decision to bet on talent instead of big budgets. With just $2.5 million, when most networks raised 20 times that, he built a brand now seen in over 140 countries.

But what sets Larry apart isn’t just media success—it’s his contrarian approach to passion and purpose. “I’m the anti-follow-your-passion person,” he says. Instead, he offers a powerful blueprint: become great at something valuable, then use it to buy the freedom to pursue what you truly love.

This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone curious about turning limitations into leverage.

👉 Tap in for golden lessons on reinvention, resilience, and seeing white space where others see walls.

🎧 Subscribe on all platforms
🌐 Visit onegoldennugget.com

Nugget of the day “Don’t look where everyone else is looking, look where no one’s looking and ask, ‘Why not?’”

With thanks to One Golden Nugget and Maxwell Preece for editing, support and artwork

Send us a text

🔥 The Psychology of Winning—Why Toughness Alone Won’t Cut It

What really separates the elite from the rest? When the pressure’s on, it’s not strength or skill—it’s mental mastery.

On The Success Nuggets Podcast, Professor Adam Nicholls—sports psychologist and Jiu-Jitsu competitor—dives deep into the psychological edge that turns good into great.

🚀 Resilience isn’t just pushing through—it’s knowing how to respond.
🚀 Your environment shapes your mindset—are you setting yourself up to win?
🚀 The best leaders don’t just demand results—they build trust and belief.

From elite rugby stars to world-class coaches like Steve Kerr and Carlo Ancelotti, the truth is clear: People perform better when they feel cared for.

The key to peak performance? Rewiring your brain to see pressure as a challenge, not a threat.

🎧 Listen now and learn how to train your mind like a pro.

Nugget of the day:  "Respect everyone. Fear no one. That’s the mindset of a champion." 

With thanks to One Golden Nugget and Maxwell Preece for editing, support and artwork

#SuccessNuggets #SportsPsychology #MentalEdge #WinUnderPressure

Send us a text

Before Toby Goodman was a bestselling author and podcast strategist, he was a touring musician—performing at the Royal Albert Hall with rock legends. And the lesson he took from music?

✅ The best don’t just play—they listen.
✅ Great business isn’t about being loud—it’s about knowing when to shine.
✅ Success comes from building real connections, not chasing likes.

Now, Toby helps lawyers, doctors, and high-level professionals use podcasting as a tool—not for vanity metrics, but for real growth and strategic networking.

Nugget of the day “   Business, like music, is all about rhythm—know when to lead, when to listen, and when to shine " 

With thanks to One Golden Nugget and Maxwell Preece for editing, support and artwork