Success x Happiness

He Risked Bankruptcy To Ship ONE Prototype Overseas | Ben Norris - EP162

Ben Norris built one of the fastest-rising gym equipment brands in the world after spending 18 months barely selling a single machine. In this conversation, the founder of Citadel Strength opens up about autism, getting bullied through school, learning human interaction from scratch, and turning blind self-belief into a global manufacturing company now operating in 21+ countries. Ben shares how he went from modifying gym machines in local gyms to building what many now call the best bodybuilding equipment in the world, all from a tiny Sunshine Coast workshop with his brother and almost no money. He also explains the mindset behind entrepreneurship, why most people quit too early, and how persistence, obsession, and purpose changed his life completely.   -   Get in touch with Ben Norris - https://www.instagram.com/bnorris1992/ [https://www.instagram.com/bnorris1992/]   -   Ben’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “The ability to manage my time where I can do what I want to do.”   What does happiness mean to you? “Having purpose, discipline and something meaningful to work towards.”   What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Wake up, answer international customer emails and messages, train, then work until late at night.”   What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “If you want to do something amazing, get amazing people around you.”   Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Daniel from McNaught Trucking, Hamish from Sydney gyms, or Christie from World Gym.”   -   Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity   -   Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod   -   Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction   (00:01:31) – Chapter 1 | Growing Up Feeling Different   (00:07:24) – Chapter 2 | Learning Human Connection   (00:13:17) – Chapter 3 | Discovering The Fitness Industry   (00:18:26) – Chapter 4 | Starting Citadel Strength   (00:22:12) – Chapter 5 | Betting Everything On One Opportunity   (00:29:35) – Chapter 6 | The Video That Changed Everything   (00:36:52) – Chapter 7 | From No Sales To Global Demand   (00:45:34) – Chapter 8 | Learning Business On The Fly   (00:51:29) – Chapter 9 | Scaling A Global Manufacturing Company   (00:56:13) - Quick Fire Questions   (01:04:01) - Outro   -   #podcast #fitnessindustry #businessmindset

Breaking Down What The 2026 Australian Budget Actually Means with ABC's Chris Harris | EP161

Chris Harris is back to break down the 2026 federal budget and what it actually means for everyday Australians.   From property investing and negative gearing to CGT, inflation, interest rates and discretionary trusts, Chris unpacks the real-world impact behind the headlines.   -   Get in touch with Chris Harris https://www.ords.com.au/adviser/chris-harris [https://www.ords.com.au/adviser/chris-harris]   -   Chris’ Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “To be able to make decisions and do things that I really want to do.”   What does happiness mean to you? “Sitting on the bar and riding around the property, seeing the birds fly through the valley, catching up with friends and enjoying simple things.”   What’s your normal morning routine these days? “I try to get up, go to the gym, do a quick workout, then get home or prepare for the radio for ABC, whether that’s at home or at the office.”   What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Keep your hands in your pockets for five minutes. Watch this carefully, because there are lots of moving parts.”   Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Matt Shrewd, the former CEO of Youi, or one of the guys I play golf with on a Saturday morning.”   -   Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity [https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity]   -   Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod   -   Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction   (00:00:48) – Chapter 1 | The Budget, Inflation & Australia’s Economic Position   (00:17:55) – Chapter 2 | Property, Negative Gearing & Capital Gains Tax   (00:34:15) – Chapter 3 | Discretionary Trusts, Tax Changes & Investor Uncertainty   (00:44:01) - Quick Fire Questions   (00:47:36) - Outro   -   #Podcast #FederalBudget #Economy #PropertyInvesting #NegativeGearing #CapitalGainsTax #Inflation #InterestRates

The Dangerous Comfort Trap Most People Fall Into | Jarrod Lee - EP160

Jarrod Lee turned adversity into fuel, building a 35+ person business empire from a small-town upbringing, relentless work ethic, and an obsession with growth. From buying a business during COVID after losing his job, to navigating leadership, fatherhood, and the pressure of scaling companies, Jarrod shares the mindset that keeps him moving forward no matter how hard things get.   -   Get in touch with Jarrod Lee - https://baileyanddalton.com.au [https://baileyanddalton.com.au/]   -   Jarrod’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Having a business that will pay for my family to live when I’m not here.”   What does happiness mean to you? “Knowing that you’re working towards tomorrow being better than today.”   What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Getting the kids up, spending time with them, then my partner goes to the gym and I head off to work.”   What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Just do it. Put in the effort.”   Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Brett Evans.”   -   Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity   -   Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod   -   Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction   (00:00:34) – Chapter 1 | From Small Town Electrician To Business Owner   (00:20:53) – Chapter 2 | Why Effort & Persistence Always Win   (00:40:45) – Quick Fire Questions   (00:44:17) - Outro   #podcast #businessmindset #entrepreneurship

The Night That Rewired How Sam Coward Sees The World | EP159

Sam Coward’s life was shaped by chasing attention—until a single moment with his daughter completely changed his purpose. From theatre stages to becoming one of the Sunshine Coast’s most recognisable radio voices, Sam’s journey is filled with raw lessons on identity, authenticity, and redefining success.   -   Get in touch with Sam Coward https://www.instagram.com/samcowardxs/ [https://www.instagram.com/samcowardxs/]   -   Sam’s Quick Fire Answers What does success mean to you? “Finding your niche and excelling in it.”   What does happiness mean to you? “Having fun in every opportunity and making someone smile.”   What’s your normal morning routine these days? “Up at 3:15am, straight into prep for radio, reading multiple news sources and building the show.”   What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Be true.”   Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Ash, or Min Swan.”   -   Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity   -   Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod   -   Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction   (00:00:43) – Chapter 1 | Childhood, Theatre & Chasing Attention   (00:33:53) – Chapter 2 | The Moment That Changed Everything   (00:42:24) – Chapter 3 | Radio, Authenticity & Real Connection   (00:53:12) - Quick Fire Questions   (01:02:50) - Outro   -   #podcast #storytelling #radio #purpose

This Mindset Built an Iconic Business | Ferre De Deyne - EP158

Ferre De Deyne’s journey from Belgium to the Sunshine Coast is a story of adventure, entrepreneurship, and a relentless pursuit of happiness. From adrenaline-fuelled business ventures to building one of the most significant Indigenous art collections, Ferre shares how following passion can shape an extraordinary life.   In this episode, Ferre dives into his migration story, building iconic tourism experiences, balancing risk in business, and why creativity is essential to happiness.   -   Get in touch with Ferre De Deyne - N/A https://www.bigkart.com.au [https://www.bigkart.com.au/]   -   Ferre’s Quick Fire Answers   What does success mean to you? “Success gives me happiness—it’s the realisation of the fun that I’m seeking and the ability to give fun to other people.”   What does happiness mean to you? “Happiness is being happy about being successful and giving people fun.”   What’s your normal morning routine these days? “I wake up around 6–6:30, get moving, go for a walk or do Pilates, have coffee with my wife, and plan the day together.”   What piece of advice would you put on a billboard for the world to see? “Rule number one—it has to be fun. Be creative.”   Who would you suggest as a future guest on the show? “Terry Irwin.”   -   Listen To The Podcast https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity [https://pod.link/1683066164?view=apps&sort=popularity]   -   Find Us On Social Media https://www.instagram.com/sxhpod   -   Chapters (00:00:00) - Introduction   (00:00:15) – Chapter 1 | From Belgium to Australia: Chasing Adventure   (00:18:38) – Chapter 2 | Creativity, Art & Building a Life of Meaning   (00:33:52) – Quick Fire Questions   (00:39:13) - Outro   -   #podcast #entrepreneurship #creativity