The Top 1% Podcast

The Top 1% Podcast

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  • Ep 22 | From Zero Followers to Australia's #1 Real Estate Podcast: Both Sides

    Kevin Buchanan and Daniel Biddle went from 23 and 26-year-olds with zero followers to building Australia's largest real estate podcast. In this raw conversation, the Both Sides hosts reveal the brutal realities behind podcast success that most won't tell you.

    00:00 - Introduction to Both Sides journey
    01:23 - Welcome to the show
    03:09 - How you felt interviewing big names at 23 & 26
    08:25 - Why starting a podcast was the best advice
    12:40 - The mirror effect: what successful people taught you
    16:06 - Your spiritual journey and finding balance
    20:03 - Josh Morrissey partnership and stepping back
    26:04 - Kevin's thoughts on how it's all played out
    28:11 - Have you ever come close to stopping?
    33:10 - Graham Home's $50K giveaway success story
    39:06 - The power of note-taking and preparation
    44:27 - Investment costs: "I nearly vomited at our monthly costs"
    46:16 - Have you ever come close to stopping the podcast?
    52:48 - What's been the biggest difference since first episode?
    55:57 - What advice would you give to your 27-year-old self?
    59:27 - What pisses you off most in the market?
    1:09:25 - What is the ultimate goal with Both Sides?
    1:15:41 - Brutal truth and best piece of advice
    Want to learn my exact strategy for building a successful property portfolio? Check out School of Property for a step-by-step investing blueprint that's helped thousands of Aussies start and scale their investments: https://schoolofproperty.com.au
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    #BothSides #RealEstatePodcast #PodcastSuccess #TopOnePercent #Entrepreneurship #RealEstate #BusinessStrategy #PodcastGrowth
    The content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial, business, or legal advice. The hosts and guests of the podcast are sharing their personal opinions and experiences, which may not be applicable to your unique situation. We strongly recommend that you seek the advice of a qualified financial advisor, business consultant, or legal professional before making any financial or business decisions. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is solely at your own risk. We make no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information provided. All information is provided "as is" without any guarantees of completeness, accuracy, timeliness, or results obtained from the use of this information. Any references to specific financial products, companies, or services are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast or its hosts. By listening to this podcast, you agree that the podcast and its affiliates are not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any actions taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

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    1 hr 30 min
  • Ep 21 | Bruce Buffer: Legendary UFC Announcer Reveals The Best Advice He Ever Received, His Most Iconic UFC Moments and Meeting Muhammad Ali at Age 5

    Bruce Buffer shares the brutal realities behind becoming the most recognisable voice in combat sports.

    The legendary UFC announcer opens up about his transformation from a struggling entrepreneur into the "Voice of the Octagon" through relentless persistence and unwavering passion. Bruce reveals the devastating moment he overheard his parents couldn't pay rent after lending him $75, why meeting Muhammad Ali at age 5 shaped his entire philosophy, and his revolutionary approach to building an iconic personal brand over 29 years.
    You'll hear the first principles of performance that separate champions from contenders, why he invested decades perfecting his craft through painful self-critique, and the psychological frameworks that keep him motivated at 68 years old. Bruce opens up about managing his legendary brother Michael Buffer, developing his signature 360-degree spin, and why passion beats money every single time.
    This episode unpacks the hidden costs of building a global brand, the art of staying relevant across decades, and why treating every performance like your first changes everything. You'll get raw insights on resilience, authentic relationship building, and why the greatest moments of growth perfectly coincide with the most pressure.
    02:30 - Meeting Muhammad Ali at age 5: the moment that changed everything
    05:15 - The $75 story: why he never borrowed money again
    08:45 - From entrepreneur to the Voice of the Octagon
    11:20 - Managing brother Michael Buffer and finding his own path
    14:00 - UFC 100 and the legendary 360-degree spin moment
    16:30 - Mental preparation rituals before every fight
    18:15 - Developing his unique style through trial and error
    20:00 - The most electric atmospheres he's ever announced
    22:10 - Why passion separates champions from everyone else
    23:45 - The #1 character trait of the top 1%: unwavering passion
    Want to learn my exact strategy for building a successful property portfolio? Check out School of Property for a step-by-step investing blueprint that's helped thousands of Aussies start and scale their investments: https://schoolofproperty.com.au
    Follow me for more investing & business insights:
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    #BruceBuffer #UFC #VoiceOfTheOctagon #MuhammadAli #PersonalBrand #TopOnePercent #Performance #Passion #Resilience #MartialArts #BusinessMindset #Entrepreneurship #LegendaryAnnouncer #ChampionMindset #Success
    The content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial, business, or legal advice. The hosts and guests of the podcast are sharing their personal opinions and experiences, which may not be applicable to your unique situation. We strongly recommend that you seek the advice of a qualified financial advisor, business consultant, or legal professional before making any financial or business decisions. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is solely at your own risk. We make no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information provided. All information is provided "as is" without any guarantees of completeness, accuracy, timeliness, or results obtained from the use of this information. Any references to specific financial products, companies, or services are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast or its hosts. By listening to this podcast, you agree that the podcast and its affiliates are not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any actions taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

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    25 min
  • Ep 20 | Tobi Pearce: $400m Exit + $100m Business Owner talks Ruthless Discipline, Integrated Verticals and Growth in Hard Times

    From getting expelled from school and living in his car to building a $400M fitness empire, Tobi Pierce shares the brutal realities behind entrepreneurial success.

    Discover how a "terrible student" from tiny Kangaroo Villa transformed failure into fortune through relentless persistence and contrarian thinking. Tobi reveals the devastating moment a deal collapsed 36 hours before a $50M payout, why most business exits actually destroy wealth (with shocking math), and his revolutionary "do less" strategy that cut costs by 40% while tripling business size.
    Learn the first principles reasoning that separates serial winners from one-hit wonders, why he invested millions traveling the world to learn from gaming companies and data scientists, and the psychological frameworks that drive billion-dollar decision making.
    This episode unpacks the hidden costs of rapid growth, the art of strategic acquisitions, and why treating every business decision as an investment choice changes everything. You'll hear raw insights on resilience, relationship filtering, and why the greatest moments of development perfectly coincide with the most pain.
    Want to learn my exact strategy for building a successful property portfolio? Check out School of Property for a step-by-step investing blueprint that's helped thousands of Aussies start and scale their investments: https://schoolofproperty.com.au
    Follow me for more investing & business insights:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samgordonproperty
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    Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thetoponepercentpodcast
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    #TobiPearce #Sweat #EasyLicense #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAcquisitions #TopOnePercent #BusinessStrategy #StartupExit #FirstPrinciples #BusinessGrowth #Resilience #SerialEntrepreneur #BusinessMindset
    The content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial, business, or legal advice. The hosts and guests of the podcast are sharing their personal opinions and experiences, which may not be applicable to your unique situation. We strongly recommend that you seek the advice of a qualified financial advisor, business consultant, or legal professional before making any financial or business decisions. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is solely at your own risk. We make no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information provided. All information is provided "as is" without any guarantees of completeness, accuracy, timeliness, or results obtained from the use of this information. Any references to specific financial products, companies, or services are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast or its hosts. By listening to this podcast, you agree that the podcast and its affiliates are not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any actions taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

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    1 hr 20 min
  • Ep 19 | Matt Hall: Australia’s Real Life Top Gun, Red Bull Air Race World Champion and RAAF Wing Commander

    In this episode, Matt Hall, Australia's real-life "Top Gun" and Red Bull Air Racing World Champion, shares his extraordinary journey from a farm kid told he'd "never make it" to breaking Air Force records and becoming world champion at 47. What makes Matt's story so compelling is how being told he wasn't good enough became the fuel that drove him to achieve the impossible - literally dodging missiles by centimeters and mastering the most dangerous sport on earth.

    Matt opens up about growing up as a third-generation pilot from a small farm, whose Top Gun dreams were initially crushed by people saying "that's for movie stars, not farm kids." A chance conversation with a WWII Spitfire pilot changed everything, leading him to join the Air Force where he achieved the highest aggregate training score in Royal Australian Air Force history. He reveals how he survived being shot at by missiles, nearly colliding with another F-18 (missed by centimeters), and the behind-the-scenes chaos of racing Daniel Ricciardo on the Seacliff Bridge.
    What's fascinating is Matt's "anti-adrenaline" approach - he's a self-proclaimed control freak who hates adrenaline because "if I get adrenaline, it means I've lost control of the outcome." This meticulous preparation mindset, combined with his "no regrets" philosophy and relentless tenacity, has created a career spanning combat operations, world championship racing, and now motivational speaking with a transition to his next 18-year career phase.
    If you're facing your own "impossible" goals, struggling with self-doubt, or want to learn about peak performance psychology and risk management, this episode is packed with battle-tested wisdom.
    00:00 - Introduction & Matt's Incredible Rap Sheet
    04:20 - The Real-Life Top Gun & Daniel Ricciardo Bridge Race
    08:30 - Combat vs Racing: Physical & Mental Differences
    13:15 - Focus States & Mountain Biking Philosophy
    17:30 - Race Planes vs Fighter Jets: The Shocking Truth
    21:00 - Red Bull Family & Creative Collaboration
    24:30 - The 3 Phases of Learning & Staying Humble
    30:05 - Death-Defying Combat Stories: Missiles & Close Calls
    37:15 - Farm Kid Background & Third Generation Pilot
    42:00 - The Spitfire Pilot Conversation That Changed Everything
    47:30 - Air Force Record-Breaking Performance & Competitiveness
    56:00 - Mental Toughness Formula & Planning What NOT to Do
    1:02:15 - Risk Management: Consequence x Likelihood
    1:09:30 - Current Life Phase & Future Career Planning
    1:16:45 - Work-Life Balance Struggles of High Performers
    1:21:30 - World Championship Victory & Best Advice Received
    1:23:45 - Top 1% Character Trait: Tenacity Over Everything
    Want to learn my exact strategy for building a successful property portfolio? Check out School of Property for a step-by-step investing blueprint that's helped thousands of Aussies start and scale their investments: https://schoolofproperty.com.au
    Follow me for more investing & business insights:
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    #TopGun #FighterPilot #RedBullAirRacing #WorldChampion #CombatVeteran #AustralianAirForce #MentalToughness #PeakPerformance #RiskManagement #NoRegrets #Tenacity #Aviation #Mindset #SuccessStory #BusinessTips #Top1Percent #Motivation #PodcastingBusiness #SuccessMindset #AustralianSuccess #ElitePerformance #ChampionMindset #BusinessPodcast #MotivationalSpeaker #Leadership
    The content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial, business, or legal advice. The hosts and guests of the podcast are sharing their personal opinions and experiences, which may not be applicable to your unique situation. We strongly recommend that you seek the advice of a qualified financial advisor, business consultant, or legal professional before making any financial or business decisions. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is solely at your own risk. We make no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information provided. All information is provided "as is" without any guarantees of completeness, accuracy, timeliness, or results obtained from the use of this information. Any references to specific financial products, companies, or services are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast or its hosts. By listening to this podcast, you agree that the podcast and its affiliates are not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any actions taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

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    1 hr 26 min
  • Ep 18 | Mike Mortlock | AFR Fast 100 + Top 50 Thought Leader in Real Estate

    In this episode, Mike Mortlock, Creative Director of MCG and the man behind "Geared for Growth" podcast, shares his incredible journey from a $7K startup to building one of Australia's biggest quantity surveying companies that made the AFR Fast 100 list. What makes Mike's story so compelling is how competitors literally tried to destroy his business early on - one even paid for advertising space with a clause that banned Mike from contributing articles. Instead of giving up, this became the fuel that ignited his empire.

    Mike opens up about starting as a country kid from Yarrawonga Creek whose fighter pilot dreams were crushed by health issues, leading him to accidentally stumble into quantity surveying. He reveals how he and partner Marty bootstrapped their business with just $7K each, initially just hoping to get their money back, then kept raising the bar as they consistently hit every goal. The key? Focusing on controllables rather than trying to outspend industry giants on marketing.
    If you're building a service business, looking to compete against industry giants, or want to learn about authentic relationship-building in business, this episode is packed with practical strategies.
    00:00 - Introduction & Mike's Rap Sheet
    02:20 - The "Magic Mike" Story & Building a Profile
    05:10 - How Media/Podcasting Built His Business
    12:30 - Country Background & Failed Fighter Pilot Dreams
    16:30 - Getting Started: Real Estate to Quantity Surveying
    20:40 - The $7K Startup Story with Partner Marty
    23:00 - Competitors Tried to DESTROY Him (Property Observer Ban)
    26:00 - AFR Fast 100: Focusing on Controllables
    32:15 - Key Growth Lessons & People Management
    35:20 - Acquisition Strategy & Future Plans
    39:20 - Top 1% Character Trait: Drive Over Everything
    Want to learn my exact strategy for building a successful property portfolio? Check out School of Property for a step-by-step investing blueprint that's helped thousands of Aussies start and scale their investments: https://schoolofproperty.com.au
    Follow me for more investing & business insights:
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    Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thetoponepercentpodcast
    Follow Mike:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mortlockmike
    The content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial, business, or legal advice. The hosts and guests of the podcast are sharing their personal opinions and experiences, which may not be applicable to your unique situation. We strongly recommend that you seek the advice of a qualified financial advisor, business consultant, or legal professional before making any financial or business decisions. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is solely at your own risk. We make no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information provided. All information is provided "as is" without any guarantees of completeness, accuracy, timeliness, or results obtained from the use of this information. Any references to specific financial products, companies, or services are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast or its hosts. By listening to this podcast, you agree that the podcast and its affiliates are not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any actions taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

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    41 min
  • Ep 17 | Equity Mates: How Bryce and Ren Built One of Australia’s Biggest Podcast Brands

    In this episode, Bryce and Ren from Equity Mates share their incredible 8-year journey from recording on a balcony with one microphone to building Australia's #1 finance podcast reaching 600,000 people monthly.


    We dive deep into how they went from just 1,000 downloads in their first year to half a million monthly listeners across all platforms. The guys open up about the pivotal $100K investment decision that allowed them to quit their corporate jobs at Woolworths and Coles, and how COVID unexpectedly tripled their audience overnight when everyone was stuck at home with government handouts and a booming stock market.


    If you're building a podcast, business, or just want to learn about wealth creation through consistency and authenticity, this episode is packed with actionable insights.


    00:00 - Introduction & Equity Mates Rap Sheet

    05:30 - Recognition and Audience Reach (600K monthly)

    11:50 - Background Stories: Where They're From

    20:50 - Bryce's Kindergarten Investing Journey

    29:10 - How Equity Mates Started (2016-2017)

    37:00 - Early Struggles (1,000 Downloads in First Year)

    40:15 - The Turning Point & COVID Growth Explosion43:30 - The $100K Decision & Quitting Corporate Jobs45:15 - Raising $1.2 Million & Building the Team48:40 - Why They Stay Independent (No Financial Products)55:20 - Podcasting Advice: Consistency vs Competition

    58:40 - Platform Opportunities & Media Evolution

    1:03:10 - The Books: Why They Wrote Them & Sales Reality

    1:09:20 - Emerging Trends: AI, Space, & Hardware Innovation

    1:15:00 - What's Next for Equity Mates

    1:18:00 - Final Questions: Best Advice Received

    1:21:20 - Top 1% Character Trait: Relentless Consistency


    Want to learn my exact strategy for building a successful property portfolio? Check out School of Property for a step-by-step investing blueprint that's helped thousands of Aussies start and scale their investments: https://schoolofproperty.com.au


    Follow me for more investing & business insights:

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    Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thetoponepercentpodcastFollow


    Equity Mates:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/equitymates


    #EquityMates #PodcastGrowth #MediaBusiness #Entrepreneurship #AustralianPodcasting #FinancialLiteracy #InvestmentEducation #BusinessBuilding #ContentCreation #WealthCreation #Consistency #MediaEmpire #PodcastingJourney #AustralianBusiness


    The content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial, business, or legal advice. The hosts and guests of the podcast are sharing their personal opinions and experiences, which may not be applicable to your unique situation. We strongly recommend that you seek the advice of a qualified financial advisor, business consultant, or legal professional before making any financial or business decisions. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is solely at your own risk. We make no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information provided. All information is provided "as is" without any guarantees of completeness, accuracy, timeliness, or results obtained from the use of this information. Any references to specific financial products, companies, or services are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast or its hosts. By listening to this podcast, you agree that the podcast and its affiliates are not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any actions taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

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    1 hr 24 min
  • Ep 16 | Josh Morrissey: From $0 to $2B in Sales + 24 Suburb Records

    Josh Morrissey has achieved over $2 billion in sales and built ACT's largest independent real estate agency from scratch. In this episode, he shares the raw story behind his success - from growing up in commission housing to meeting his estranged father at McDonald's at 18, which became the catalyst for everything that followed.


    Josh opens up about the pivotal moment when his business was down to $1,000 in the bank with a newborn baby and six staff to pay. He explains his "state of war" mindset, why he deliberately keeps a mattress on his office floor, and how becoming a father made him 10x more driven rather than slowing him down.


    We dive deep into his 10-year plan that took him from struggling agent to agency owner by 37, his zero staff turnover strategy, and why he walked away from $3.8 million in personal sales to focus on building his team. Josh also shares practical insights on time management, the AI tools replacing expensive services, and his approach to scaling a service-based business.


    00:02:20 - Josh discusses speaking at ARIC conference alongside world leaders

    00:06:12 - Explaining his presentation on time management and productivity hacks

    00:09:17 - Focus on high dollar value activities and systemizing 80% of workforce

    00:10:17 - How AI replaced his $150K marketing team in just 20 minutes

    00:16:04 - Decision to step back from $3.8M personal sales to build the business

    00:19:04 - Discussion about "state of war" mindset and staying hungry

    00:26:03 - Josh shares his backstory growing up in commission housing

    00:29:00 - The pivotal moment meeting his estranged father at McDonald's at 18

    00:46:20 - How boxing and competitive sports shaped his confidence and mentality

    00:50:52 - Starting Hive Property and meeting his wife Sam on Tinder

    00:55:22 - The crisis when business account was down to $1,000 with newborn baby

    01:01:36 - How they scaled and consistently broke sales records

    01:08:42 - Why Josh didn't have mentors early and their value now

    01:15:24 - Best advice given about having a vision and taking action

    01:17:14 - The most consistent trait of top 1% is relentless drive

    01:17:39 - Closing remarks and thanks to listeners



    Want to learn my exact strategy for building a successful property portfolio? Check out School of Property for a step-by-step investing blueprint that's helped thousands of Aussies start and scale their investments: https://schoolofproperty.com.au

    Follow me for more investing & business insights:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samgordonproperty
    Business: https://www.instagram.com/australianpropertyscout
    Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thetoponepercentpodcast

    Follow Josh Morrisey:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josh_hiveproperty.co

    The content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial, business, or legal advice. The hosts and guests of the podcast are sharing their personal opinions and experiences, which may not be applicable to your unique situation. We strongly recommend that you seek the advice of a qualified financial advisor, business consultant, or legal professional before making any financial or business decisions. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is solely at your own risk. We make no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information provided. All information is provided "as is" without any guarantees of completeness, accuracy, timeliness, or results obtained from the use of this information. Any references to specific financial products, companies, or services are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast or its hosts. By listening to this podcast, you agree that the podcast and its affiliates are not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any actions taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

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    1 hr 19 min
  • Ep 15 | Jack Delosa - The Entourage: $25m Net Worth by 27, 5x AFR Young Rich List, 1M+ Followers and Creator of Australia’s Largest Business Coaching Brand

    Jack Delosa built a $50M company by 27, lost it all to government regulation changes, accumulated $5M in survival debt - then came back stronger than ever.

    In this raw conversation, Australia's most followed business coach shares the brutal reality of scaling, the psychology of success, and why he'll never sell The Entourage despite multiple exit opportunities.
    Jack reveals his exact strategy for turning around $5M in debt, why "good times scare the shit out of him," the hiring framework that scales culture from 20 to 40+ employees, and why businesses grow MORE during hard times than easy times. Learn the psychology of the top 1% and their relationship with difficulty, plus the constraint-to-constraint framework for 8-figure scaling.
    This episode goes places most business podcasts don't - raw, real, and packed with actionable insights from someone who's been through hell and came back stronger.
    00:00:00 - Introduction to Jack Delosa and his humble energy despite massive success
    00:08:30 - From $50M company to $5M debt: The government regulation collapse
    00:15:20 - The 3-year comeback strategy: How to turn around survival debt
    00:28:10 - Building elite culture: Why The Entourage was 4th best place to work in Australia
    00:42:00 - Why businesses grow more during hard times than easy times
    00:48:30 - The $2.5B Minecraft exit story and why it led to depression
    01:01:20 - Business scaling framework: Growing from constraint to constraint
    01:18:45 - Top 1% mindset: Rewiring your relationship with difficulty
    01:22:43 - Best advice from a PayPal seed investor: "To copy the greats is to not understand them"
    01:25:00 - The defining trait of the top 1%: Seeing hard as a signpost you're on the right path
    Want to learn my exact strategy for building a successful property portfolio? Check out School of Property for a step-by-step investing blueprint that's helped thousands of Aussies start and scale their investments: https://schoolofproperty.com.au
    Follow me for more investing & business insights:
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    Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thetoponepercentpodcast
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    #JackDelosa #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #Top1Percent #BusinessCoaching #Scaling #Leadership #AFRYoungRichList #TheEntourage #BusinessMindset #Resilience #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessStrategy #StartupLife #BusinessOwner #CEO #AustralianBusiness #PropertyInvesting #BusinessPodcast
    The content provided on this podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial, business, or legal advice. The hosts and guests of the podcast are sharing their personal opinions and experiences, which may not be applicable to your unique situation. We strongly recommend that you seek the advice of a qualified financial advisor, business consultant, or legal professional before making any financial or business decisions. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is solely at your own risk. We make no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information provided. All information is provided "as is" without any guarantees of completeness, accuracy, timeliness, or results obtained from the use of this information. Any references to specific financial products, companies, or services are for illustrative purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast or its hosts. By listening to this podcast, you agree that the podcast and its affiliates are not responsible for any errors or omissions, or for any actions taken based on the information provided in this podcast.

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    1 hr 26 min
  • Ep 14 | Hattie Boydle: WBFF World Champion Body Builder

    Join multiple-time fitness and bikini world champion Hattie Boydle as she shares her remarkable 18-year journey in competitive bodybuilding. Discover how this former gymnast transformed a hobby into world-class achievements, becoming the first Australian to win the WBFF Fitness Model World Championship.

    Hattie reveals the spiritual side of bodybuilding, why she calls it "meditation in motion," and how she navigated the psychological challenge of winning her first world title but feeling unworthy of it. Learn her powerful perspective on what makes a champion mindset beyond just winning, her practical approaches to managing stress and anxiety, and why she believes adaptability is the defining trait of the top 1%.
    00:00:00 - Introduction to Hattie Boydle's championship career
    00:03:55 - The spiritual side of bodybuilding as "meditation in motion"
    00:09:19 - Hattie's journey from gymnast to competitive bodybuilder
    00:10:24 - The champion mindset and fear of being average
    00:13:54 - Learning to accept second place after winning the world title
    00:18:13 - How to maintain motivation when conditions aren't perfect
    00:22:05 - The power of language and devotion vs. discipline
    00:27:24 - Where Hattie's competitive drive originated
    00:34:57 - Finding joy in challenge and respecting the process
    00:40:14 - How Hattie deals with limiting self-beliefs while still taking action
    00:47:22 - Hattie's daily routine for peak performance
    00:54:45 - Managing hard days through writing and emotional expression
    01:01:03 - The similarities between off-season and competition preparation
    01:08:32 - Why adaptability is the defining trait of top bodybuilders
    01:13:13 - Hattie's approach to managing stress and anxiety
    01:17:00 - Setting realistic goals and respecting the bodybuilding process
    Want to learn my exact strategy for building a successful property portfolio? Check out School of Property for a step-by-step investing blueprint that's helped thousands of Aussies start and scale their investments: https://schoolofproperty.com.au
    Follow me for more investing & business insights:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samgordonproperty
    Business: https://www.instagram.com/australianpropertyscout
    Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thetoponepercentpodcast
    Follow Hattie Boydle:
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    1 hr 21 min
  • Ep 13 | Frank Greeff: $180M Exit – What Drives a Serial Founder?

    Frank Greeff shares his remarkable journey from working as a chef to building and selling a business for $180 million. Discover how this former runner-up for CEO of the Year navigated the intense year-long exit process, the emotional pressure of keeping the sale secret from 350+ employees, and the surprising "anticlimactic" feeling when the deal finally closed.

    Learn why talent acquisition is his primary motivation for building in public, how he negotiated a 50/50 merger with a competitor 8x their size, and the mindset shift that helped him transition from individual contributor to leader of a 350+ person organisation. This episode unpacks the hidden realities of entrepreneurship and offers powerful lessons on energy management, reflection practices, and finding purpose after a major exit.

    00:00:00 - Introduction to Frank Greeff's entrepreneurial journey
    00:04:17 - Why Frank shares his business-building journey so openly
    00:08:28 - The Founders Table and building a network of elite entrepreneurs
    00:14:25 - Frank's new AI voice assistant for high performers
    00:19:19 - Unveiling the new business and launch timeline
    00:23:24 - Frank's early life and path from chef to entrepreneur
    00:30:22 - Growing from $900K to a major tech business
    00:37:22 - The merger that changed everything
    00:45:00 - Finding the right advisors for the $180M exit
    00:51:00 - The emotional reality of selling a business
    00:59:05 - Energy management vs. time management for high performance
    01:08:12 - Key CEO lessons and focusing on A-players
    01:19:24 - Maintaining motivation after a major financial exit
    01:24:09 - The three traits of top 1% performers

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    1 hr 31 min

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Hosted by Sam Gordon, The Top 1% Podcast dives into the minds of elite humans and the top 1% of achievers in their fields. From world-class athletes and pioneering business owners and entrepreneurs to visionary coaches and experts, each episode uncovers the habits, strategies, and mindsets that set these extraordinary individuals apart.