The Vision Podcast 3.0

On today's episode... Setting  the scene because all stories start with a beginning and context is always required in life.  Life is not always easy however it can be brilliant too. The good the bad the brilliant.  I will be your champion.  xoxo

Todays episode [ yes I have a cold] we look at ... What the word Vision means in this podcast.  How did our vision of life, what's possible and what is not get formed.  Why opening your vision can be a good thing and how it can support you on life's journey. A life impacting question you may or may not wish to have a think on. xoxo 

Todays episode we look  at ... Different outcome = a different action required.  Thoughts...manure or rose petals.  Back to basics is sometimes all we need.  Keep a sense of humour.  xoxo 

On today's episode we look at... A short story/ I had troubles with my speech as a young girl.  Getting clarity on your brand blueprint [person/company]. Cultivating joy.  What content do you let into your life?! Content cleanse resulting in my first nightmare.  Feed your joy. As the beach boys said ''good good good vibrations." Our bodies remember feelings... xoxo

On today's episode... Guest ANDREA BERNHOLTZ. In her career Andrea has been interviewed with a number of publications from wall street journal to British Vogue. She is founder and creator SWIMINISTA the world’s first problem solving swimwear collection. The former co-founder of infamous Rock & Republic denim and lifestyle brand and CEO of Titan Industries high-fashion footwear. Experienced in managing real-world fashion challenges while now leading the way in sustainable manufacturing. This episode is for you if: * you are in business, or want to have your own business  * interested in entrepreneurship and/or fashion and top tips for starting a business and being an entrepreneur  * You enjoy real talk, stories Some highlights... Broken nose in Paris pre Alexander Mcqueen fashion show.  Meeting Christian Lacroix at his atelier. Integrating humour. “I have a smile on the back of my business card.”  A win win ethos…the yin and the yang. Stay true to who you are. Growing up in a recycling environment.  “Back then no one wanted to hear about us shredding down jeans and using it as insulation for low income housing …they only wanted to hear about the celebrities. It really is a180 flip.  I thought I was done.  Designing swimsuits.  Starting a business - top tips.  Traits of good entrepreneur. There are leaders and followers.  A four day week.   We can take aspects of one career bring that into our next career. Living in Hawaii.  xoxo

On today's episode... Guest PAUL GUSTARD former England rugby player & coach and currently defence coach for Stade Francais.  Open with quick fire round of fun questions.  Recap on Paul’s rugby career as a player and coach.  "I care for the human before the profession." “I admire people who make a difference into people’s life.” Growing up in Newcastle.  Rugby was not always a professional sport.  Eddie Jones, provided Paul his first coaching opportunity. Did you have training for camera?  Paul top tips on speaking to crowds "Our minds thinks best in pictures." Paul’s tattoos.  What makes a good coach? Paul shares his top traits and why they are important.  The inception of style of play can be coach led or co-created.  The WHY is the most important thing [Simon Sinek]. More important than how.  Tactics. Technical. Physical. Emotional. Booing crowds - "No one tries to play badly." Social media the unhealthy side.  Fostering a more empowered culture.  xoxo

* Please excuse audio during the intro with the music. The files seem to have corrupted during exporting.  In the name of consistency I wanted to get the file up. If you skip the intro it balances out again. Thank you for your understanding.  On today's episode... Reflections from episode 7.  What makes a good coach and how these traits can be applied to our lives. Listen and observe. Be adaptable. Being clear in your communication.  "Putting learning into a player" i.e. coaching and co-creating can be more beneficial than spoon feeding.    Be empathetic.  Do you know your WHY? Reflecting on Simon Simek Ted X talk on how inspired leaders use WHY to lead communications and how our WHY is the backbone to everything in our personal and professional lives.    xoxo 

On todays episode ... Jeff Rhorer is a former American Football linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys. He played college football at Yale University and was drafted in the second round of the 1982 NFL draft. He is a father, husband, and business man. Following NFL he moved into the entertainment industry shotting TV commercials including winning awards in Cannes and other festivals. Jeff is also the first known former pro football player to tie the knot in the same sex marriage  Quick fire round of light questions except one.  Best advice given "You live by your word." Be kind.  Being drafted to Dallas Cowboys  American Football and Rugby  Physical vs mindset as most important attribute? If you make a mental mistake. Its over.  Playing with broken ribs  Pivoting from NFL to “normal life” From playing on national TV to driving trucks on film sets and line producing  TV commercials including winning Cannes film festival.  Try to find something that you really want to do so your not stuck doing what you have to do. Coming out.  I would rather sit with someone and talk. There is no upside to conflict.  Mananaging emotions.  Please open your mind and hearts. Jeff's new business - camper vans.