{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6832531da795fd3aef26ae37/6a169cbe6ee822cbfb49c8a8?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ep 24 - Backing Yourself: Luke Frederick on Leadership, Opportunity and Quest Springfield Central","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6832531da795fd3aef26ae37/1779866317695-7fb3322e-bedc-4c78-8abc-436ba6e8c5f0.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of <strong>Your Number One Business Podcast</strong>, host Antoine Vidal sits down with <strong>Luke Frederick</strong>, part owner of <strong>Quest Springfield Central</strong>, to hear the real story behind his journey into business ownership.</p><p><br></p><p>Luke shares how a decision to leave behind the routine of tree farm work led him to Canada, where he discovered hospitality, leadership, and a love for creating great guest experiences. From there, his journey took him through regional Victoria, Quest Ipswich, business awards, career development, and eventually into part ownership of Quest Springfield Central.</p><p><br></p><p>This conversation explores what it really takes to move from employee to business owner, the importance of having the right people around you, why leadership is built through tough moments, and why there may never be a perfect time to take the next step.</p><p><br></p><p>Luke’s story is a reminder that opportunity often appears when preparation, support, courage, and timing come together.</p><p><br></p><p>Image: Courtesy of the Ipswich Chamber of Commerce</p>","author_name":"Antoine Vidal"}