Rise and Thrive: Conversations For Greatness with John Merkus
Get ready to rise and thrive with host John Merkus! Your go-to source for inspiration and motivation. Each episode is a treasure trove of wisdom, filled with practical tips, life-changing insights, and powerful stories that will leave you feeling invigorated and ready to conquer any obstacle that comes your way! Take this opportunity to fuel your greatness!
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Monday Dec 09, 2024
Monday Dec 09, 2024
šļø Welcome back to Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness! In Part 2 of our empowering conversation with Dale Stevens, we delve even deeper into the art of leading with authenticity, overcoming challenges, and embracing intentional behaviour to create a life of impact and purpose. If you loved Part 1, get ready to be inspired all over again.
š What Youāll Learn in This Episode:
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Handle Criticism with Grace: Dale shares her mantra, āTaller and calmer ā take a breath and speak the truth,ā and how it guided her through a tricky professional encounter. Learn how to stand your ground while staying composed and respectful.
ā
Unlock Intentional Leadership: Discover why intentional behaviour is the key to carving the path to success, whether youāre leading a team or your own life.
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The āSee It, Do It, Believe Itā Formula: Dale breaks down the transformative power of envisioning your goals, taking action, and building belief through progress.
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Public Speaking as a Leadership Superpower: Gain insights into how effective communication can elevate your leadership presence and magnetise opportunities.
š” Key Takeaways:
āØ Responding to negativity isnāt about attacking or defending; itās about staying true to yourself with respect and honesty.
āØ True greatness requires letting go of the need to please everyone. Focus on attracting those who align with your vision and values.
āØ Leadership starts within. Whether youāre managing a team or leading your personal journey, intentional actions create profound results.
š Memorable Quotes:
āTaller and calmer ā take a breath and speak the truth.ā ā Dale Stevens
āSee it, do it, believe it. Take action as soon as you have a vision for whatās possible.ā ā Dale Stevens
āHuman behaviour drives economics. Everything we say and do shapes the outcomes we achieve.ā ā Dale Stevens
š§ Why You Should Listen:
This episode is a masterclass in self-leadership, resilience, and the power of communication. Daleās wisdom and actionable insights are perfect for anyone looking to:
āļø Build confidence in challenging situations
āļø Speak with authenticity and impact
āļø Lead with clarity in professional and personal life
šĀ Links & Resources Mentioned:
Dale Stevensā Speaking with Impact course: https://playright.au/
Follow Daleās on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/playright/
Grab John's mindset meditation app https://www.johnmerkus.com/meditation-sale
Letās Thrive Together:Did you love this episode? Share it with a friend who could use some confidence, clarity, and charisma! Donāt forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Your support helps us inspire more people to rise and thrive.
š§Ā Listen now and get ready to step into the spotlight!
š Follow us on social media and share your favourite moments. Weād love to hear how you're implementing these tools in your life!
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https://twitter.com/johnmerkus
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Monday Dec 02, 2024
52:Confidence, Clarity, and Charisma with Dale Stevens
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Show Notes for "Confidence, Clarity, and Charisma with Dale Stevens"
šļøĀ Episode Highlights:
In this inspiring episode ofĀ Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness, we welcome back the phenomenal Dale Stevens, an expert in intentional living, impactful communication, and personal transformation. Trained at the prestigious London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and with a remarkable career that includes a role inĀ Mission Impossible, Dale shares her incredible journey of turning fear into confidence and challenges into triumphs.
Dale's unique approach to communication blends techniques from acting, psychology, and personal development, helping individuals unlock their full potential. Whether you're preparing for a speech, a big meeting, or simply seeking to stand out in your everyday interactions, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable strategies to help you shine.
What Youāll Learn in This Episode:š” How to turn fear into confidence using simple but effective techniques.š” The power of imagining you're speaking to one person to create authentic connections.š” Why success comes from standing out and the role communication plays in achieving it.š” Techniques to master body language and voice for magnetic presence.š” How to shift from a critical to a creative headspace for impactful speaking.š” Dale's mantra: "Taller and calmer ā take a breath and speak the truth."
Key Takeaways:
Learn Daleās āPower Poseā to calm your nerves and prepare for any challenge.
Discover how visualising a supportive audience member can transform your communication.
Understand the profound impact of body language, tone, and intention in making a lasting impression.
Explore Daleās powerful before-and-after micro-story technique to inspire and captivate your audience.
Hear how Dale helped a nervous client turn into a standout speaker on an international stage.
Why Listen to This Episode?If youāve ever felt nervous about speaking up, doubted your ability to connect with an audience, or wanted to exude more confidence, this conversation with Dale Stevens is for you. Packed with practical tips, personal anecdotes, and a winning mindset, this episode will leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to rise and thrive in every area of your life.
āØĀ Donāt Miss Daleās Tips on Owning the Room and Mastering the Art of Charisma!
šĀ Links & Resources Mentioned:
Dale Stevensā Speaking with Impact course: https://playright.au/
Follow Daleās on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/playright/
Grab John's meditation app https://www.johnmerkus.com/meditation-sale
Letās Thrive Together:Did you love this episode? Share it with a friend who could use some confidence, clarity, and charisma! Donāt forget to subscribe and leave us a review. Your support helps us inspire more people to rise and thrive.
š§Ā Listen now and get ready to step into the spotlight!
š Follow us on social media and share your favourite moments. Weād love to hear how you're implementing these tools in your life!
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Other bits:
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Monday Nov 25, 2024
51:Unlocking Peace, Purpose, and Greatness with Daniel Tolson
Monday Nov 25, 2024
Monday Nov 25, 2024
šļø In this transformative episode of Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness, host John Merkus welcomes Daniel Tolson, Asiaās #1 Business Coach, for an enlightening conversation that bridges the gap between science, spirituality, and personal growth.
š What Youāll Discover:
š Understanding Stress Types: Learn about logical, accumulated, and sentimental stressāand how each impacts your mental and physical well-being. Discover practical strategies to manage stress and avoid burnout.
š§ The Power of Self-Awareness: Explore how personality traits shape your decision-making and relationships, and uncover your unique strengths to lead with confidence.
š” Energy Centers & Chakras: Gain insights into how balanced chakras can unlock your full potential, connecting mind, body, and soul for true greatness.
š“ The Science of Sleep: Daniel shares life-changing tips on sleep hygiene, the role of energy cycles, and how proper rest is the cornerstone of resilience, health, and even stronger relationships.
ā¤ļø Dealing with Grief and Growth: John and Daniel discuss the importance of honoring emotions, moving through grief, and embracing personal development to live a purposeful life.
š Key Takeaways:
Discover why your voice reveals more about your stress, personality, and energy than you think.
Learn how balancing logic with emotional wisdom makes you a more impactful communicator.
Take actionable steps to improve sleep and reduce stress for better health and productivity.
Reignite your connection to spirituality to find peace of mind and unlock your full potential.
š Resources Mentioned:
90-Second Personality & Stress Assessment ā Experience the revolutionary vocal biomarker technology Daniel uses to uncover hidden patterns in your stress and energy.
Danielās Book: Start with Sleep ā Learn how sleep transforms your health, productivity, and emotional resilience.
Free Book: Use Your Ears for a Change ā Dive into the science behind vocal biomarker technology and its applications.
š„ Why Listen?
This isnāt just a podcastāitās an invitation to rediscover yourself, align with your purpose, and unlock your greatness. Daniel and Johnās conversation is packed with wisdom, practical tools, and inspiring stories that will leave you motivated to take action and rise above lifeās challenges.
š Tune in now and take the first step toward unlocking peace, purpose, and greatness!
š§ Listen, subscribe, and leave a reviewābecause greatness is meant to be shared.
š Follow us on social media and share your favourite moments. Weād love to hear how you're implementing these tools in your life!
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Other bits:
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Monday Nov 18, 2024
50:Mastering Greatness with Asiaās #1 Business Coach
Monday Nov 18, 2024
Monday Nov 18, 2024
šļø Episode Title: Mastering Greatness with Asiaās #1 Business Coach
Welcome to another empowering episode of Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness! Host John Merkus is joined by none other than Daniel Tolson, Asiaās #1 Business Coach. From humble beginnings as a young newspaper seller to managing a team of 17,500 at Emirates Airlines, Danielās journey is an inspiring story of resilience, ambition, and the transformational power of emotional intelligence.
Daniel shares his insights into mastering leadership, leveraging emotional intelligence, and unlocking greatness. With over 25 years of experience, he has coached more than 25,000 leaders, helping them amplify their influence, accelerate their impact, and achieve new heights of success. Alongside his wisdom, Daniel brings a down-to-earth charmāsharing personal stories, life philosophies, and even the tricks he used to overcome the challenges of communicating with an Australian accent in Asia.
https://danieltolson.com/mind-report/ click for 90 seconds to become a better leader.
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In this episode, youāll learn:
Danielās Unique Approach to Leadership: Discover the foundational mindset and actions necessary to live life on your terms, from setting clear goals to mastering self-awareness.
The Power of Emotional Intelligence: Why effective communication and emotional intelligence are vital for great leadershipāand how to develop them.
A New Perspective on Stress and Personal Growth: Learn how scientific assessments and AI tools can provide life-changing insights into your subconscious behaviors, health, and even family dynamics.
Danielās Mission and Vision: With a goal to help 100,000 people improve their health and leadership skills, Daniel is passionate about creating impactful change on a personal and global level.
Plus, get an inside look at the 90-second voice analysis that reveals hidden stress patterns, unresolved emotional triggers, and much more. John and Daniel even analyze Johnās results live on the show!
Whether youāre an entrepreneur, a corporate leader, or simply looking to become the best version of yourself, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and real-life examples to inspire your journey to greatness.
āØ Tune in, get inspired, and rise to your greatness!
š Follow us on social media and share your favourite moments. Weād love to hear how you're implementing these tools in your life!
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https://twitter.com/johnmerkus
Other bits:
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Monday Nov 11, 2024
49:Unlocking Resilience: Top Lessons & Life-Changing Tools from Season 2
Monday Nov 11, 2024
Monday Nov 11, 2024
š Welcome to the Season 2 Finale of Rise and Thrive: Conversations for Greatness!In this special wrap-up episode, host John Merkus shares the most powerful lessons from our "Resilience Revolution" season! Packed with insights and tools to uplift your journey, this episode will empower you to rise above challenges and thrive with a resilient mindset.
š” Highlights from this Episode:
š 3 Key Secrets of Resilient Peopleā Discover practical principles of resilience, from focusing on what you can control to aligning actions with personal growth.
āµļø The Sailboat Metaphor for Life & Resilienceā Learn how to view lifeās journey through the powerful metaphor of navigating a sailboat, helping you ride through storms and find steady seas.
š ļø Practical Resilience Toolsā John dives into gratitude practices, grounding techniques, and goal-setting tips to enhance your daily mindset and build lasting resilience.
šŖ Overcoming Negative Bias & Embracing Positivityā Shift your mindset! Get practical tips to replace negativity with gratitude, awareness, and positive thoughts that fuel growth.
š§āāļø New Guided Meditations for Peace & Motivationā A sneak peek into Johnās new meditation app designed to help you sleep better, de-stress, and stay motivated. Join the waiting list for early-bird pricing and be among the first to experience it!
āØ Why You Should ListenWhether you're a longtime listener or just joining us, this episode is filled with actionable steps to fuel your personal greatness! And donāt miss the reveal of whatās to come in Season 3, starting next week with another inspiring guest.
š² Tune in now to āUnlocking Resilienceā and rise with us on this journey!
Every story and every laugh brings us closer to mastering the challenges that come our way. Hit play, stay resilient, and rememberāyouāre not alone. We're all rising and thriving together!
ā Subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoyed today's episode. It helps others find us and keeps our resilient community growing.
š Stay tuned for more insightful conversations next weekāand until then, keep thriving, because resilience looks great on you!
š Follow us on social media and share your favourite moments. Weād love to hear how you're implementing these tools in your life!
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Monday Nov 04, 2024
48:Harnessing Resilience: Powerful Tools for Life's Challenges
Monday Nov 04, 2024
Monday Nov 04, 2024
š Welcome back to Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness! This season, often known as Resilience Radio or the Resilience Revolution, is all about equipping you with tools and insights to face life's challenges head-on.
š£ļø John Merkus, aka "Australia's Tony Robbins," and Matt Cordner, resilience expert and master educator, bring you an episode packed with real-life examples, laughter, and powerful techniques to harness your resilience.
š What to Expect in This Episode:
šŖ Commitment & Coping: We explore the art of maintaining commitment and dealing with unexpected challenges. Learn how to regulate emotions like angerāyes, even when your long-awaited air fryer breaks on the first use!
š The Disappointment Equation: John shares his powerful reminder: Expectation without agreement equals disappointment. Discover how surrendering isnāt defeatāitās about joining the winning side of what works best for you.
š§āāļø Effective Coping Strategies: Matt dives into balancing taking control versus knowing when to let go. We also discuss the Serenity Prayer, reminding us to focus on what we can control and let go of what we canāt.
š§ Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) & Coping Mantras: Gain insights into grounding yourself with the "coping mantra": choosing one thought over another to better deal with intense emotions.
š Special Segments:
š± Mindful Minute: Matt leads us in a meditation focusing on the soles of our feet. This grounding practice is a simple yet powerful way to reduce stress and anger, keeping you present and in control. Perfect for those moments when emotions start to boil over.
š ļø Toolbox Time: We provide affirmations to reframe challenges, like:
āØ This too shall pass
šŖ The only way out is through
These affirmations are great tools to keep in your mental toolkit when life gets tough. Theyāre small reminders that no matter what happens, it always works out.
š Whether youāre struggling to find calm in a hectic week or looking to laugh along with the antics of John and Matt as they navigate lifeās hurdles (including overheated phones and turkey-free family dinners), this episode will leave you with a smile and practical tools to thrive.
š« Join Us on This Journey of Resilience!
Every story and every laugh brings us closer to mastering the challenges that come our way. Hit play, stay resilient, and rememberāyouāre not alone. We're all rising and thriving together!
ā Subscribe and leave a five-star review if you enjoyed today's episode. It helps others find us and keeps our resilient community growing.
š Stay tuned for more insightful conversations next weekāand until then, keep thriving, because resilience looks great on you!
š Follow us on social media and share your favourite moments. Weād love to hear how you're implementing these tools in your life!
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Monday Oct 28, 2024
47:Navigating Lifeās Challenges with Optimism, Strength, and a Smile!
Monday Oct 28, 2024
Monday Oct 28, 2024
āØ Welcome to Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness!In this inspiring episode, join hosts John Merkus and Matt Cordner as they dive into the art of resilience. Learn practical tools for not just surviving but thrivingānavigating lifeās storms with optimism, gratitude, and a smile. This isnāt just about getting through; itās about embracing each challenge as an opportunity to grow!
šļø Episode Highlights:
Kickstart the Week šā John and Matt kick off with real-life stories and laughs, showing what resilience looks like in everyday life, from gym challenges to finding joy in the little wins.
Resilience Reboot šā Discover three transformative mindsets:
Challenge Appraisal š§: Reframe difficulties to unlock hidden growth.
Benefit Finding š: Unearth the silver linings in every situation.
Optimism Boost š: See how positivity fuels resilience and drives personal and professional success.
Toolbox Time š§°ā A practical exercise for you! Next time, instead of saying āHow are you?ā try āWhatās the best part of your day?ā This subtle shift sparks positivity and deeper connection.
Mindful Minute š§āāļøā Join Matt in a guided visualization exercise where you picture your future self, having achieved all your dreams. This powerful practice brings a sense of peace, contentment, and renewed drive to make it real!
š” Key TakeawayāResilience isnāt about avoiding challengesāitās about facing them with optimism and a smile.ā Surround yourself with optimistic people, embrace positivity in each interaction, and watch your strength grow.
š Listen Now for an Uplifting Experience!Packed with humour, heart, and practical wisdom, this episode is your go-to guide for building resilience and creating a brighter outlook, one step at a time.
š§ Tune in, Be Inspired, and Keep Thriving!
Follow me, supporter of your greatness, on a journey to unlock your ultimate potential and share some laughter along the way.
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Monday Oct 21, 2024
46:Unlocking Resilience and Positive Focus for Lifeās Challenges
Monday Oct 21, 2024
Monday Oct 21, 2024
šļø Unlocking Resilience and Positive Focus for Lifeās Challenges
Welcome to Rise and Thrive Conversations for Greatness! In this uplifting episode, John Merkus teams up with resilience expert Matt Cordner to explore how we can rise above lifeās challenges. Together, they share stories, humour, and simple tools to help you shift from a negative mindset to a more positive, empowered outlook.
šŖ In This Episode, Youāll Learn:
š How to spot negativity bias and turn it around
š§ Powerful strategies to move from frustration to empowerment
ā The secret to using "neutral anchoring" techniques for positivity
š” Daily habits to boost gratitude and build resilience
š Why true resilience is about facing challenges, not avoiding them
š§ Ready to thrive? Hit play now and get ready to unlock the resilience within you!
š ļø Episode Highlights:
Kickstart the WeekāØ John and Matt kick off with personal stories of overcoming frustration. Learn how they use simple mindset shifts to turn their challenges into positive momentum.
Resilience Rebootš§ Discover how negativity bias affects us all and how to train your mind to stay resilient in tough times. Youāll leave with practical tools to use in your daily life.
Toolbox Timeš ļø Learn how to improve communication by focusing on āIā statements and offering solutions, making your interactions more positive and productive.
Mindful Minuteš§āāļø A quick, calming mindfulness exercise focused on touch. Itās simple, powerful, and something you can do anytime to reset and find peace.
Motivational Quote of the Weekš¬ "She stood in the storm and when the wind did not blow her away, she adjusted her sails." ā Elizabeth EdwardsBe inspired by these powerful words and learn how to adjust your approach to lifeās challenges.
Dad Jokesš John wraps up with some rapid-fire dad jokes to leave you smiling and laughing.
š¢ Donāt miss this episode! Whether youāre looking to overcome daily frustrations or bigger life challenges, this episode is packed with insights that will help you thrive.
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Rise and Thrive
š Our Purpose: This vibrant community is a haven for individuals who are committed to embracing their journey of growth, self-discovery, and personal excellence. Here, we come together to ignite inspiration, share wisdom, and foster a supportive environment that empowers each member to rise to their full potential.
šļø About the Podcast: "Rise and Thrive: Conversations for Greatness" is not just a podcast; it's a transformative journey. Hosted by John Merkus, the podcast delves into insightful conversations with thought leaders, experts, and everyday individuals who have dared to chase their dreams and accomplish extraordinary feats. Our episodes are designed to uplift, educate, and inspire you to thrive in every aspect of your life.
š¤ What to Expect: In this group, expect thought-provoking discussions, actionable insights, and a safe space to share your wins, challenges, and lessons learned. Whether you're seeking personal growth, career advancement, or simply a community of like-minded individuals, you've found your tribe.