The Wisepreneurs Project—where wisdom meets entrepreneurship

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Sept. 27, 2024

Personal Kanban: Mapping Success for Independent Professionals with T…

In this episode of The Wisepreneurs Podcast, Tonianne DeMaria, co-author of Personal Kanban, explores how independent professionals can focus on meaningful work using visual systems. She emphasises the shift from productivity to effectiveness, showing how tools like Personal Kanban can …

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Sept. 20, 2024

Peter Compo’s Approach to Navigating Business Complexity

In this episode of The Wisepreneurs Podcast, host Nigel Rawlins interviews Peter Compo, author of The Emergent Approach to Strategy. Peter shares insights on adaptive strategy, business bottlenecks, and creative innovation, offering practical methods to navigate complexity and drive growth. …

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Sept. 13, 2024

Solo, Skilled, and Essential: Gail Greatorex’s Influence on Product S…

In this episode, Gail Greatorex, a leading expert in product safety with over 25 years of experience, shares her journey from working with the Australian government to becoming a self-employed consultant. Gail discusses the complexities of consumer protection, compliance, and …

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Sept. 6, 2024

From Chaos to Clarity: Eliška Šestáková on Building Smarter Note Syst…

In this episode, host Nigel interviews Eliška Šestáková, a personal knowledge management expert and academic from the Czech Republic, about effective note-taking methods. Eliška shares insights into systems like Zettelkasten and Roam Research, which help professionals stay organised, make better …

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Aug. 30, 2024

Human Edge in AI: Leanne Shelton on Balancing Tech with Heart

In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Podcast, Leanne Shelton shares her shift from copywriting to AI training, emphasizing the importance of balancing AI with a human-centric approach. Discover insights on prompt engineering, AI tools for professionals, and the future of …

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Aug. 23, 2024

The Reality Check: Testing Business Ideas Against the Real World with…

Cedric Chin is a business strategist and the founder of Commoncog, a platform designed to accelerate business expertise through real-world testing and insights. Cedric’s journey, from building a company in Vietnam to creating a media company that challenges conventional business …

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Aug. 16, 2024

Connected and Confident: Karen Wickre’s Networking Guide for Independ…

In this episode, I'm joined by Karen Wickre, editor, author, content strategist, and networking expert with decades of experience in Silicon Valley. Karen shares her expert insights on the power of authentic networking, the freedom and fulfilment of freelancing, and …

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Aug. 9, 2024

Breaking the Invisibility Barrier: Danielle Joworski’s Tips for Women…

Join Danielle Joworski as she shares her journey from corporate success to empowering female entrepreneurs over 40 to conquer visibility fears. In this episode, Danielle offers actionable insights on overcoming self-doubt, leveraging experience, and finding the courage to be visible …

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Aug. 2, 2024

Navigating Self-Employment in L&D: Jane Hudson’s Success Story

Join us in this milestone 55th episode as we catch up with Jane Hudson, an expert in learning and development who shares her self-employment journey. Discover how Jane transitioned from a corporate career to running her successful consultancy, managing remote …

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July 26, 2024

Peter Hatherley on Helping Independent Professionals Thrive with AI T…

In this episode of Wisepreneurs, host Nigel Rawlins converses with Peter Hatherley, founder of Authored Intelligence, about the transformative power of AI tools for independent professionals. The discussion delves into Peter’s transition from digital marketing to AI, the development of …

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July 19, 2024

Habits for Life: Dr Holly Whelan on Health, Longevity, and Success

Join me, Nigel Rawlins, with Holly Whelan, PhD, as she shares her journey from academia to entrepreneurship. Dr. Whelan emphasises the importance of sustainable habits for long-term health and well-being, offering insights into integrating scientific research with practical applications. She …

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July 12, 2024

Debbie Jenkins Enhancing Professional Credibility with Short, Valuabl…

Debbie Jenkins is a prolific author and experienced publisher. Debbie delves into her books “Stop the Credibility Crisis” and “Stop Writing Books Nobody Reads,” sharing her expert advice on enhancing professional credibility through short, impactful books. Learn how to leverage …

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July 5, 2024

Natasha Ginnivan: Reshaping Perceptions of Aging and Longevity

Join host Nigel Rawlins as he chats with Natasha Ginnivan, a researcher specializing in ageing and cultural attitudes towards it, on the Wisepreneurs podcast. Natasha shares her journey from fashion design to studying psychology and aging, discussing key insights on …

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June 27, 2024

Emma Williams Helping PhDs to Thrive Beyond Academia

Emma Williams, a former academic turned entrepreneur, shares her journey of transitioning from academia to running her own training and development business. In this episode, Emma discusses the challenges of leaving academia, the importance of self-reflection, leveraging academic skills in …

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June 19, 2024

Michael Greenberg: Boosting Productivity with AI and Automation

Michael Greenberg, an expert in digital operations, talks about the transformative power of AI and automation in enhancing business productivity. Listeners will gain practical insights into leveraging digital tools like Obsidian, ClickUp, and ReadWise, as well as the significance of …

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June 13, 2024

Annette Densham: Empowering Professionals Through the Power of Storyt…

In this episode, Annette Densham from the Audacious Agency discusses the impact of storytelling on your personal and professional life. Annette shares her journey from journalism to helping professionals improve their visibility and influence. Her agency plays a key role …

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June 6, 2024

Kate Toon: Digital Marketing to Business Success

Discover the keys to online success with the Australian digital marketing coach and business mentor, Kate Toon. In this episode, Kate shares her practical advice on SEO, website ownership, business and personal branding. She describes creating an effective online presence …

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May 31, 2024

Gill Andrews: Secrets to High-Converting Websites

Discover the secrets to high-converting websites with Gill Andrews on the Wisepreneurs Podcast. In this episode, Gill Andrews, an expert conversion copywriter and website consultant, shares her expert insights on creating effective websites that drive business. From understanding the importance …

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May 23, 2024

Fiona Allman-Treen: Websites as Powerful Business Assets

In this episode of Wisepreneurs, host Nigel Rawlins welcomes Fiona Allman-Treen, an expert in website strategy and author of "Website Mastery for Business Owners Who Don't Speak Tech." Fiona shares her extensive experience and insights on creating strategic, valuable websites …

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May 17, 2024

Digital Marketing Demystified: Insights from Dr. Debra Zahay-Blatz

In this episode, we explore the intersection of customer information management and business performance with Dr. Debra Zahay-Blatz, a professor of digital marketing. Dr. Zahay-Blatz discusses data-driven strategies, personal branding, and organizational learning. Discover how leveraging customer data can enhance …

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May 9, 2024

A Life's Work: Hazel Edwards OAM's Extraordinary Writing Journey

In this delightful episode of the Wisepreneurs podcast, Hazel Edwards OAM shares her extraordinary journey from teaching to becoming a prolific author with over 200 books. Hazel discusses her unique perspective as a children's author, her experience navigating the evolving …

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May 2, 2024

Anna Molnár Unlocking the Potential of Women In Business

In this episode of "Wisepreneurs," host Nigel Rawlins engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Anna Molnár, an experienced business coach based in The Hague. Anna shares her fascinating journey, from her role at the Italian embassy to her current mission …

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April 25, 2024

Tomáš Baránek: Publishing, Knowledge Management, and Well-Being in th…

Tomáš Baránek is a prominent Czech publisher who overcame burnout to master the art of thriving as an independent professional in the digital economy. Tomáš shares the practical strategies and personal insights that reshaped his approach to health, knowledge management, …

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April 19, 2024

Úna Herlihy: Building The Indie List, a Haven for Freelance Marketers

In this episode of the Wisepreneurs Project, Nigel Rawlins explores Úna Herlihy's transition from a successful advertising career to co-founding The Indie List. Una shares her challenges in the advertising world, her move to freelancing, and how The Indie List …

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