Life Changing Questions Podcast

In this episode of the Life-Changing Questions Podcast, we’re joined by Julie Cropp Gareleck, a seasoned CEO,author, and entrepreneur who has significantly impacted business communities from Philadelphia to Charleston.With a career spanning over 25 years, Julie has consulted with more than 1000 companies, helping them build sustainable, revenue-generating strategies that drive profit and business growth. Her first book,Dare to Become:From the Corner Booth to the Corner Office, chronicles her journey from working in her parents' restaurant to leading a successful agency. Today, Julie shares her insights on effective leadership, profit maximization, andthe importance of continuous personal and professional development. Key Topics Discussed in This Episode:   The Inspiration Behind Julie’s Book: Julie delves into how reflecting on her personal and professional journey inspired her to write her book. This isn't just a guide to starting a business but a motivational resource for anyone looking to achieve signif

In this exciting episode of theLife-Changing Questions podcast, we’re joined by Andrew Forsyth, a self-proclaimed adventure nut with a rich background in corporate marketing. Andrew's diverse experiences span across countries like Singapore, the USA, and Australia, working with globally recognized brands suchasCanon, Microsoft, and Oracle. Beyond the corporate world, Andrew's adventurous spirit shines as a competitive skydiver, foil boarder, windsurfer, and even a filmmaker who captures breathtaking footage of great white sharks. With a unique blend of skills in AI, software development, and storytelling through video production,Andrew shares his journey and insights into achieving business growth, profit maximization, and leadership.   Key Topics Discussed in This Episode: Skydiving and Business Parallels:Andrew shares how his passion for skydiving not only fulfilled his adventurous side but also taught him valuable lessons in focus, risk management, and flow, which he has applied in his business endeavors

In this episode, we're joined by Ben Fewtrell, a seasoned entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in building thriving businesses. Ben is the co-founder and managing partner at Max My Profit and the founder ofDigi TLC. He's not only a speaker and trainer but also the author of the popular "Business AccelerationBlueprint." With insights featured in "Secrets of Top Business Builders Exposed," "Virgin’s Inflight Entertainment," "Sky Business News," and more, Ben is also the host of over 500 episodes of the "BusinessBrain Food" podcast. Today, he shares his journey from working 100-hour weeks to creating a business that allows him to work less and earn more. If you're looking to maximize profits, generate more leads, and sustain growth, this episode is a goldmine of actionable insights. Ben talks about the evolution of his business, from starting in his bedroom to leading a team of over 48 people.He also discusses the importance of building systems that allow your business to run efficiently without your co

In this insightful episode of the Life Changing Questions podcast, we welcome Joel Primus, an accomplished entrepreneur, filmmaker, and author. Joel is the co-founder and creative force behind Naked Revival, a brand known for its innovative approach to men's and women's lifestyle essentials. He also hosts the Ramble podcast, where he delves into unbound and uncensored conversations about various aspects of life, business, and personal growth. Joel has a wealth of experience, having co-founded Naked Boxer Briefs, a company that made waves by raising over $17 million and achieving Nasdaq listing. His journey from pitching on Dragon's Den to reviving a brand in an unpredictable world is packed with valuable lessons for entrepreneurs. In this episode, Joel shares the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial journey, the challenges of relaunching a brand, and the importance of content creation in today's business landscape. He offers profound insights into how to build a business framework that aligns with your value

In this enlightening episode of the Life-Changing Questions podcast, we sit down with Wendy Lloyd Curley, an expert in networking who has transformed her skills into a thriving business. Wendy is the founder of Strategic Networking, a company dedicated to helping business owners and professionals achieve real results from their networking efforts. With a deep background in networking, training, and presentations, Wendy has successfully pivoted her career in response to the challenges of 2020 and now empowers others to build meaningful connections that drive business growth.   In this episode, Wendy shares her journey from running a product-based business to becoming a consultant, author, and networking expert. She provides invaluable insights into how to network effectively, the common pitfalls to avoid, and how to approach networking events with a strategic mindset. Whether you're an introvert or extrovert, Wendy's advice will help you enhance your networking skills and achieve better outcomes from your in

In this episode of the Life Changing Questions podcast, we welcome Magda Kay, an intimacy expert, tantra teacher, and conscious relating coach. Magda is the founder of the School of Intimacy and has dedicated over a decade to guiding others on how to access their deepest desires and create transformative intimacy in their lives. After leaving her corporate job, Magda embarked on a journey through ashrams, yoga trainings, and tantra communities, ultimately discovering her highest calling. Now, she teaches others how to connect deeply with themselves and their partners, enhancing both their personal and professional lives. Magda shares her unique system of the four power centers—head, heart, sex center, and gut—and how aligning these can help you make better decisions, both in business and in life. She also delves into the concept of sexuality as a life force, explaining how it can be channeled to bring more vitality, creativity, and connection into all areas of your life. Magda’s life-changing question, "What

In this episode of the Life Changing Questions podcast, we welcome Jane Save, Director of The Save Group and a former Australian Young Manager of the Year. With over 15 years of experience, Jane has a proven track record of improving business performance and profitability through effective people management. Her expertise lies in minimizing business risks, maximizing sustainability and growth, and removing barriers to increase profitability. Jane shares valuable insights on how small to medium-sized businesses can optimize their human resources without the need for an internal HR department. She discusses the importance of proactive HR strategies, such as tracking key metrics, conducting stay interviews, and defining strong core values. Jane also emphasizes the importance of an employee value proposition (EVP) to attract and retain top talent, ultimately leading to business growth and profit maximization. Jane’s life-changing question, inspired by Simon Sinek, is: "What is my purpose?" This powerful question

In this episode of the Life Changing Questions podcast, we are joined by the incredible Maini Homer, also known as "The Business Whiz." Maini has amassed over 92 million views on Google, with 27 years of business experience and a #1 international bestseller under her belt. Maini shares her wealth of knowledge on how to control what Google says about you, drive massive traffic to your business, and why Google My Business is the goldmine most businesses are overlooking. We dive deep into the three key strategies for maximizing your online visibility and profits: Google Ads, Google My Business, and SEO. Maini breaks down actionable steps for each, making it clear how even those starting out can get their first 90 or 900 views. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting, Maini's insights will help you harness the power of Google to accelerate your business growth and lead generation. Maini also reveals her life-changing question that has had the most significant impact on her life and business: "

In this episode of the Life Changing Questions podcast, we're joined by Anthony Harcher, the founder and CEO of Me & My Wellness, a company specializing in holistic health solutions. Anthony shares his remarkable journey from a challenging childhood, where he was once told he had the "IQ of a dead plant," to earning three bachelor's degrees and becoming a master in human behavior, nutrition, and wellness. He opens up about his transition from a successful corporate career in chemical engineering to pursuing his passion for health and wellness, and how he helps clients transform their habits for better health outcomes. We dive deep into the psychology of habit formation, exploring why people often struggle to implement changes, even when they know what needs to be done. Anthony provides actionable insights on how to break old habits, create new ones, and the importance of self-reflection in achieving lasting change. If you're a business owner looking to maximize profit, grow your business, and develop succ

They are joining us from the Jersey Shore and are experts on the topic of GeoFencing.  Right now it is a little known strategy that less than 1% of the market is using, and those who access it early are going to receive the benefits of lower cost of acquisition and higher conversion. Ernesto Cullari and Barbara Wardell have been able to turn complete industries upside down with this market disrupting strategy   Barbara Wardell is a seasoned marketing and advertising professional who transitioned from a successful career in the specialty medicine industry to become a disruptor, supporting small businesses.   Guiding her geofencing ad agency, Cullari & Wardell, Barbara embraces a growth hacker mindset that strategically focuses on identifying and amplifying her clients’ strengths while pinpointing weaknesses in the competition, utilizing GPS location data. This approach results in a significant and measurable impact on foot traffic and online engagement, making her efforts truly game-changing and successful

Patrick is a digital marketing specialist with over a decade of experience, he has managed more than $1 million in ad spend, generating 79 million ad impressions and over 120,000 conversions and sales. His expertise includes designing landing and product pages, building complete lead generation systems, and managing PPC campaigns that drive significant profit for clients.    He is proud to be a Google Partner with multiple certifications and over 79 million ad impressions in my Google Manager account allowing for incredible insight into a number of industries. I have worked with a diverse range of companies, including Google, Arvato, Cardell Media, Communicate Marketing, Quantikal, Hireacamera, Wildcat Ink, Gofusing, and many others.    Patrick McKenna shared in this episode: How his dads business went under during the 2008 sub prime mortgage collapse, and how that led him to learning digital marketing The importance of re-marketing and how to advertise to people who have to opted in (by dealing with the

Presently, he proudly serves as the co-founder of Smart Workforce Solutions, a Virtual Staffing and outsourcing business that hes launched in collaboration with his esteemed Australian business partner Damien Patterson, in January of 2023. Theirmission is to bridge geographical boundaries by recruiting South African talent as Virtual Staff for Australian Businesses, facilitating global collaboration and maximizing efficiency in the digital age.    Sharne shared in this episode: How she is able live her life in 3 different places, Australia, South Africa and Bermuda How she switched her legal career to one in entrepreneurship Why you should ‘trust the journey’, because the things that didn’t go to plan led her to an exciting world with new avenues and opportunities How to encourage frequent and transparent communication The importance of aligning daily actions with the legacy one aims to leave behind The impact of defining a legacy on decision-making and business focus How a chance meeting with

Amy Smith is a Business Coach, Speaker and LinkedIn Marketing Specialist. She’s worked with brands like The Institute of Executive Coaching and Leadership, Big Red Group, Hydro Tasmania, The CEO Institute and The Entourage to name just a few. Amy’s work has been featured in the CEO Global Magazine and she was recently dubbed one of the top 5 Business Experts To Learn from in 2023 by The Australian Business Journal.    Amy personally grew her own LinkedIn profile organically to over 29, 900 connections and has helped over 1500 business owners and executives to leverage LinkedIn effectively. She is the founder of the ‘In Demand’ program, where she supports emerging and established coaches, consultants and service based business owners to attract premium clients using LinkedIn and become so in demand that they can grow their businesses without the overwhelm. Amy shared in this episode: How sharing and serving on LinkedIn helped her business grow How she got started as a career coach, given her HR backgroun

Tim Hyde is a Founder & Chief Automation Fixer, a business growth Strategist, Australia's leading authority in sales and Marketing Automation for Small businesses. His company Win More Clients is an Australian base. multi award winning Marketing Automation Agency, founded in 2014 that specializes in helping clients Win More Clients, with less effort. His experience helping small business owners implement marketing, sales, and automation experience is what led to the creation of Win More Clients, the first consulting firm that's focused on driving predictable revenue through the use of intelligently designed strategy and tools, created and tailored specifically for the Marketing Industry. To date, he has worked with over 1,000 clients in 37 countries and now have a team in Canberra, Sydney, and in the Philippines. Tim Hyde shared in this episode: ● How he focuses on making processes easier for clients and automating actions ● How he likes to ‘code’ the customer journey ● The biggest road blocks in

From his humble beginnings on a family farm to the forefront of the financial world, Jason's understanding of investment began at the tender age of 12. Applying a principle taught by his father - purchasing a calf at a low price and selling it for profit 18 months later - Jason grasped the cornerstone of investment: buy low and sell high.   Over the years, Jason's proficiency in wealth management has been honed and refined through periods of both unprecedented growth and challenging downturns. He has acquired a profound understanding of the strategies that consistently yield superior long-term results for his clients. Jason founded SMSF Financial with one clear mission: to safeguard and nature his clients wealth. His approach to advising his clients mirrors the counsel he'd provide his own kin; it is underpinned by his extensive experience and the wisdom gleaned from numerous market cycles.   Possessing qualifications as a Financial Planner, SMSF expert, and an Accredited Derivatives Adviser via the Australia

Jeffrey Slayter is a renowned transformational leadership coach and speaker with over 15 years of experience in the field. Throughout his career, he has worked with over a million people from twelve different countries, challenging the validity of the beliefs that hold leaders back. Jeffrey's passion lies in partnering with visionary entrepreneurs, CEOs, executives, thought leaders and companies to amplify their growth and impact through unconventional methods. As a world-class speaker, Jeffrey has had the privilege of sharing stages with esteemed thought leaders such as Sir Richard Branson, Brian Tracy, Dr. John Demartini, Frank Kern, Tim Ferriss, and Tony Robbins, among many others.   His expertise has been instrumental in helping some of the world's biggest game changers, executives, social entrepreneurs, internet marketers, and consultants bridge the gap between their vision and reality in both their personal and professional lives. Clients have attested to the transformative power of Jeffrey

Joe Pulizzi (he/him) is founder of multiple startups including content creator education site, The Tilt,  Content Entrepreneur Expo (CEX), and is the bestselling author of seven books including Content Inc. and Epic Content Marketing, which was named a “Must-Read Business Book” by Fortune Magazine.   Joe is best known for his work in content marketing, first using the term in 2001, then launching Content Marketing Institute and the Content Marketing World event. In 2014, he received the "Lifetime Achievement Award" by the Content Council. He successfully exited CMI in 2016 and consequently wrote an award-winning mystery novel, The Will to Die.   He has two weekly podcasts, the motivational Content Inc. podcast and the award-winning content news and analysis show This Old Marketing with Robert Rose. His foundation, The Orange Effect, delivers speech therapy and technology services to over 350 children in 37 states. Joe and his family live in Cleveland, Ohio.     Joe Pulizzi shared in this episode: His founda

Cameron delivers experiential keynotes, blending live music on stage with insights on high performance, leadership, creativity & innovation.His unique approach transforms audiences and empowers them to break through their limits and overcome their greatest challenges.   With more than 300 songs written about topics including purpose, resilience, courage, and overcoming adversity, Cameron's music has been heard millions of times across 195 countries and is performed live by Cameron on a grand piano and acoustic guitar during his keynotes.   When he's not on stage, Cameron enjoys privately coaching and training founders, executives & family offices, helping them build high performing teams. He is also a National Geographic Explorer, Speaker Resource for YPO, TEDx Speaker and a proud uncle to 5 remarkable kids.     Cameron Atlas shared in this episode: How he transforms lives through words, actions and music. The importance of self regulated discipline, do what you need to do not what you feel like.

Emma Chase is the founder and director of Tier One Management. Having left New Zealand at 22, Emma crossed the ditch for an opportunity to work with Dale Beaumont, who was an up and coming entrepreneur in Sydney.   Over the next 14 years, they published over 15 business books and built Business Blueprint, a business education company that held conferences for small business owners across Australia. During that time, Emma worked her way up to General Manager and was responsible for finding and booking over 50 speakers per year. This means she has personally seen over 500 keynote speakers and has developed relationships (and friendships) with many people within the industry.   After finishing at Business Blueprint she has worked with a number of speakers, helping them to build and systemise their businesses, as well as running a publishing company and working with her chosen charity, Hands Across the Water.   Creating Tier One Management has been a natural progression and something she is extremely passionate a

Micah LaCerte is the co-founder of Hitch Fit Online Personal Training and Hitch Fit Transformation Gym with his wife Diana. He is also the Co-founder of SoulFIT Retreats and Conferences where they lead through faith, fitness and fun. Micah is a Muscle Model World Champion, Iron Man fitness magazine cover model, TV Personality, Author, and Motivational Speaker. Micah is also known for being a pioneer in the Online Personal Training Space building it to 82 countries and helping clients shed over 700,000lbs   Micah’s passion for the past 25+ years of his life had been helping transform people inside and out through proper lifestyle, positive choice making, nutrition and fitness. Micah was a pioneer in the Online Personal Training space, starting in 2006 utilizing Myspace, making him one of the very first to do it. Since then, he and his wife have helped clients in 82 countries lose over 600,000 pounds and their business Hitch Fit has consistently been rated one of the top online personal training businesses in t