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From Failed Startup to Businesses in 6 Countries | Jeff Burke

Jeff (Jeffrey) Burke, a Pilbara-based civil construction operator and international entrepreneur. Jeff describes how a failed motorcycle-brand idea in Vietnam led to the creation and rapid growth of Onya Bike Adventures, now operating in six countries, as well as a paint manufacturing company, Revolution Paint. He reflects on Vietnam’s appeal, its rawness, family-centered culture, and homestay experiences, and how the business began as a “hobby” that unexpectedly exploded. Shifting to the core theme of influence, Jeff explains that for him, influence is about the “center of influence”, the people you surround yourself with. Throughout his career, from early days as an apprentice working for a successful Canberra builder who helped him buy his first block of land, to his time at Rio Tinto, to learning from billionaires and experts (including time on Necker Island with Richard Branson), Jeff has deliberately sought out capable, values-aligned people, asked them lots of questions, and modeled their thinking. He emphasizes constant learning through mentors, self-development (e.g., Tony Robbins programs), and voracious reading as the engine behind his business growth and personal development.   Takeaways: * Influence = proximity to the right people Jeff sees influence as the “center of influence” around you—deliberately choosing to be near experts, high performers, and people who think bigger, then learning by asking lots of questions. * Apprentice mindset never stops From his early days with a wealthy Canberra builder who helped him into land development to modern-day billionaires and business leaders, Jeff consistently approaches others as a learner, not as “the expert.” * Turn setbacks into new ventures His original motorcycle brand in Vietnam failed, but that exposure opened the door to adventure motorcycle touring and Revolution Paint, which then grew far beyond the original “hobby” idea.   Quotes: 1. On influence and proximity “For me, influence is really about the center of influence – the people around you at the time. I’m always looking for who’s the expert, who’s done well, then I get around them and ask a lot of questions.” – Jeff Burke 2. On learning and self-development “I’m constantly reading and listening. I don’t waste time with radio or TV – I’ve always got a book or audio on. You might read something and think there’s not much in it, then six months later one piece pops up and changes how you handle an opportunity.” – Jeff Burke 3. On work, luck, and opportunity “Yeah, there’s luck in success, but you’ve still got to get up every day and earn the luck. Constant education and being open to opportunity – that’s what lets you move when something like COVID or a crash hits.” – Jeff Burke   Timestamps: 01:00 – Anton introduces the Find Your Influence podcast and Jeff Burke’s background across WA civil construction and Vietnam ventures 04:00 – Jeff explains going to Vietnam, the failed motorcycle brand, and how adventure bike tours and Revolution Paint began 06:43 – Jeff describes Vietnam homestays, village life, and how the “hobby” bike tour business grew into six countries 08:07 – Jeff defines influence as his “center of influence” and the importance of surrounding himself with experts 11:35 – Jeff discusses diversification, building nine companies, and learning from high-level entrepreneurs on Necker Island 17:39 – Jeff talks about early influencers, a Canberra builder who helped him buy land, and his heavy focus on self-development and audiobooks 19:10 – Jeff and Anton dive into learning M&A with JT Fox, Dennis, and Adam Coffey, and buying companies instead of only building from scratch 21:50 – Jeff shares how Adam Coffey shifted his focus to culture, A-players, and working on the business, not in it 25:35 – Discussion of discipline, daily training, and how endurance events and the gym support performance in business 30:00 – Jeff reflects on who he’s most proud of: his younger self, his kids, and the people he’s developed in his businesses 32:50 – Jeff talks about his Vietnamese wife, elevating women in the family, and creating a stable home life that supports his work 39:01 – Jeff and Anton connect dots between coaching, JT’s events, Adam Coffey, and the power of saying yes to big opportunities 43:21 – Jeff explains how a Tony Robbins event during the GFC led to a Defense Housing deal that saved his business 46:32 – Conversation on “luck,” preparation, recovering from setbacks, and the idea that the harder you work, the luckier you get 51:00 – Jeff’s closing focus on legacy, contribution, and building businesses that support future generations, not just money   Conclusion: Jeff Burke’s journey leaves us with a powerful blueprint: put yourself in the right rooms, stay endlessly curious, and be prepared to reinvent when things don’t go to plan. From an apprentice chippy learning property from a local builder to international ventures in Vietnam to scaling multiple companies and playing in the M&A space, Jeff shows that success isn’t a single breakthrough—it’s the compound effect of who you surround yourself with, what you’re willing to learn, and how hard you’re prepared to work. And now, with his focus firmly on health, leadership, and legacy, Jeff reminds us that the real game is building something that outlives us while enjoying the process along the way. If this conversation resonated with you, share it with someone who needs a nudge to level up their own center of influence—and start choosing your “hard” a little more intentionally from today.

Why Most Leaders Fail to Create Real Change with Patrick Fordyce

What do you actually see when you walk onto a worksite? Do you see a hazard, or do you see the human consequence? In this powerful episode of the Find Your Influence podcast, Anton Guinea sits down with Patrick (Pat) Fordyce, COO of Berg Engineering and Author of 'The Stability Cycle', to look at what it truly takes to drive operational discipline and human-centred leadership. Anton shares a life-changing story from a safety walk he did with Pat years ago. While Anton saw a physical hazard, Pat saw the real-world consequence: an injury, an ambulance turning up, a devastating phone call to parents, and a family disrupted. This conversation dives deep into the foresight leaders need to build true psychological safety and protect their teams. We also explore: • The 4 pillars of operational discipline: Systems, Symbols, Behaviour, and Structure. • Patrick Lencioni’s 'Five Dysfunctions of a Team'—how to move an executive team from healthy conflict to convergence and total commitment. • Strategic leadership alignment: Why Pat placed Anton into a tough, technical commissioning role to leverage his high-influence energy and lift an entire workforce. • Shifting from unconscious habits to conscious change, and why great leaders "expect people to fail" during a transition so they can support them through it. Leadership work is hard, complex, and sometimes lonely—but the results are entirely worth it. Tune in for an hour of pure executive coaching. If you enjoyed this conversation, please be one of the 10% of legendary viewers who hit that subscribe button, like the video, and drop a comment below! 👉 Want to sponsor the podcast or suggest our next guest? Reach out to us directly! #FindYourInfluence #LeadershipDevelopment #CultureChange #SystemsLeadership #PsychologicalSafety #PatrickFordyce #TheStabilityCycle #SafetyCulture #OperationalDiscipline #HumanCentredLeadership

From Failed Deals To Billion‑Dollar M&A: Craig Keegan On Influence, Accountability & Execution

Craig Keegan—a Melbourne-based M&A and roll-up operator focused on dental practice consolidation—shares key lessons from his entrepreneurial journey. He emphasizes the importance of owning your own product, system, and IP after being burned by failed partnerships and unethical operators, which led him to always build his own platforms and processes. Craig outlines his four rules for relationships and partnerships (know what you can and can’t do, never lie, never ignore) and stresses that business is fundamentally about relationships and trust. He explains his view of influence as what people say about you when you’re not in the room (or even in the same country), describing how consistent content creation—80 podcasts and 200 LinkedIn articles in 12 months—has attracted global interest in his Dental Exit Cooperative model. Craig also reflects on his personal evolution from a troubled, rebellious student with a violent upbringing to “version five” of himself, deeply influenced by mentor JT Fox, whose knowledge, care, and similar background earned Craig’s respect and reshaped his approach to learning, mentoring, and adding tangible value in every interaction.   Takeaways:   1. Own the IP and stay in control Craig’s biggest business lesson is to control your own product, systems, and strategy. When he relied on others’ platforms or integrity (the failed internet business and property education scheme), everything could disappear overnight and he had no control. Building your own system keeps both the upside and the responsibility with you. 2. Relationships and integrity are the core of influence His four rules for working with people (be clear on what you can/can’t do, never lie, never ignore) show that long-term success in M&A, teams, and partnerships is built on trust and reliability. Influence, to him, is what people say about you when you’re not in the room—even on another continent—which comes from consistently adding real value in every interaction. 3. Content and execution create opportunities By producing 80 podcasts and 200 LinkedIn articles in 12 months, Craig made his Dental Exit Cooperative model visible, attracting partners from places like Auckland, London, Houston, and Dallas. He pairs this with a bias for execution—being the person who steps in when “the steam train has no brakes” and making billion‑dollar deals actually work in practice, not just on paper.   Quotes:   1. On relationships and integrity in business “Every time I deal with someone, I always go through my four rules. Rule number one, tell me what you can do. Rule number two, tell me what you can't do… Rule number three: never lie to me or my customer. Rule number four: never ignore me or my customer.” - Craig Keegan 2. On what real influence means “Your reputation is what people say when you're not in the room… I'm not even in the country. What are they saying about me?” - Craig Keegan 3. On the importance of accountability “Accountability is the key… If you're not accountable, you are not getting stuff done, and you can't be accountable to yourself. You can't coach yourself. If you coach yourself, you're a fool.” - Craig Keegan   Timestamps: 00:00 – Anton opens the Find Your Influence podcast and introduces guest Craig Keegan and the topic of influence. 01:01 – Craig’s background in M&A, roll-ups, dental consolidation, and prior exits including AI and recycling businesses. 03:06 – Biggest lesson: always control your own product, service, and IP. 04:24 – Stories of failed internet and property ventures that taught Craig to build his own systems and tech. 06:07 – Craig’s four rules for working with people and partners. 08:52 – “Make it easy to buy” and why this mindset applies to every relationship. 09:26 – How a coach pushed Craig to start a podcast and build influence through content. 10:30 – 80 podcasts and 200 LinkedIn articles leading to global inbound interest in his Dental Exit Cooperative model. 11:45 – Influence as what people say about you when you’re not in the room or even in the same country. 12:50 – Adding tangible value in every meeting and spotting credibility gaps like broken LinkedIn links. 14:40 – Positive word-of-mouth about Anton and a light moment about their matching vest and tie. 16:26 – Craig’s son as a key source of accountability and moral compass. 17:06 – Tough upbringing, running away at 15, living in a refuge, and becoming “version five” of Craig. 20:13 – Why mentor JT Fox was the first person Craig truly respected and related to. 22:10 – Government help desk story and building a team that could solve issues on the first call. 25:27 – Outsiders calling the help desk because of Craig’s reputation for fixing problems. 27:30 – Leadership now: drop the ego, work together, and do whatever is needed to get the job done. 29:49 – Most important leadership trait: be upfront about what you can and can’t do. 31:39 – 87 percent of M&A deals fail due to poor execution; Craig as the fixer when all hell breaks loose. 32:58 – Billion-dollar Australian deal likened to a runaway train that he stabilised at the last minute. 34:00 – Accountability as the key to results and why you can’t effectively coach yourself. 35:43 – Creating a mastermind group to drive implementation and real deal-making. 37:43 – Examples of introductions that lead to seven- and potential nine-figure deals. 39:10 – Using specialists for exits and matching the right skills to the right roles. 39:34 – Building great teams using AI, profiling, recorded interviews, and transcript analysis for culture fit. 41:20 – Anton’s wrap-up on influence, accountability, leadership, and an invitation to subscribe and follow.   Conclusion: Craig shows that real influence is built at the intersection of control, integrity, and accountability. Craig’s journey—from failed ventures and a tough upbringing to leading complex M&A roll-ups and the Dental Exit Cooperative—highlights why you must own your IP and systems, choose partners by clear principles, and relentlessly add value so your reputation works for you when you’re not in the room. His stories of rescuing billion-dollar deals, transforming teams, and engineering high-value introductions all reinforce a simple truth: ideas and content only matter when they’re backed by execution and external accountability, supported today by smarter tools like AI and robust team profiling.

From Single Mum to Global Speaker: Lee Campbell's Manifestation Journey

Lee Campbell, a Gold Coast-based manifestation trainer and women’s empowerment mentor. Lee explains her core archetypes (Warrior/Wonder Woman, Lover, Magician, Queen) and how women can consciously “call in” different identities to support self-leadership, resilience, and growth. Using the Wizard of Oz and Wonder Woman as metaphors, she describes the idea of taking continual “two-millimeter shifts” on the path to one’s “Emerald City” life, supported by tools like vision boards, embodiment (posture, anchors, props like a wand), and powerful mentors. She shares how mentors such as Lauren Lahav and the Tony Robbins ecosystem helped her move from corporate IT and single motherhood into a life of global travel, speaking (including on stage in a Wonder Woman outfit), and running masterminds, and how she aims to pass this level of self-leadership, adventure, and possibility on to her children and clients.   Takeaways: * Archetypes as self-leadership tools Lee uses intentional archetypes—Warrior/Wonder Woman, Lover (Aphrodite), Queen (Arata), and Magician (Dorothy)—to step into different versions of herself. Naming and “calling in” these identities helps her access specific qualities like courage, softness, wisdom, or creativity on demand. * “Two millimeter shifts” toward your Emerald City Personal transformation doesn’t have to be a giant leap. Lee frames growth as tiny, consistent 2 mm shifts—new beliefs, small actions, or daily habits—that cumulatively redirect your life path toward your own “Emerald City” (your ideal life and goals). * Vision boards as focus and manifestation tools Lee treats vision boards as focus boards: what you see often is what you focus on, and what you focus on is what you attract. She uses images, symbols, and even AI-generated pictures of herself (e.g., Wonder Woman in a canyon) to align her inner world with her outer reality, supporting big manifestations like international travel, speaking on stage, and life experiences with her kids. Quotes:   * You are only like, if you just shift two millimeters, you will go on a totally different course in your life, whether that's a new belief, a new action, something new that you do at the gym, something that you do in your career or in finance, everything's a two millimeter shift." — Lee Campbell * "To me, that's what self-leadership is. It's being able to lead yourself first, but sometimes we can't do that unless we've got a little bit of help. So, these have been my little bit of guidance in helping me along the path every day to go, come on, like, who is this next 2.0 version of you that needs to get to that goal?" — Lee Campbell * "Sometimes people aren't always going to be aligned on your dream, but just keep staying true to you and your beliefs, and you know what you really truly stand for, and you can show people the path, but not everybody's gonna follow the same path as you." — Lee Campbell   Timeline: 0:00 – Multiple archetypes and calling in “Wonder Woman” energy 0:54 – Anton opens the Find Your Influence podcast and introduces Lee 2:55 – Lee reacts to the intro, and Anton credits his researcher, Debbie 3:14 – The Wizard of Oz, the yellow brick road, and “two millimeter shifts.” 5:46 – “Who do you need to become?” and looking beyond your immediate circle 7:42 – Wonder Woman’s creator and why the warrior archetype gets tired 9:55 – Lee’s four archetypes: Warrior, Lover, Magician, and Queen 12:13 – Can you be all these archetypes in one day? 13:48 – Anchors, a magician’s wand, and the power of visual triggers 15:13 – Vision boards as focus boards: what you focus on, you attract 18:03 – Manifesting a dream house and real-life proof of vision boards 19:09 – Lee’s mentor Lauren Lahav and the Tony Robbins connection 22:10 – From corporate IT and single mum to global travel and speaking 24:45 – Writing down “impossible” goals and the Wonder Woman stage story 27:52 – Why Lee’s proudest influence is on her two teenage sons 30:33 – Monument Valley, Wonder Woman photos, and staying true to your dreams 32:11 – Raising boys, wild experiences, and focusing on four dreams at a time 33:56 – Anton’s journey to becoming a five-figure speaker 36:15 – Wrap-up: archetypes, self-leadership, and finding your influence   Conclusion: Lee weaves together archetypes, micro-shifts, and vision boards into a practical framework for self-leadership and influence. Lee shows how intentionally stepping into identities such as Wonder Woman, Lover, Magician, and Queen can help us access the courage, softness, wisdom, and creativity required at different moments in life. Through the metaphor of the yellow brick road and “two millimeter shifts,” she reframes transformation as a series of small, conscious choices that ultimately lead to our personal “Emerald City.” Supported by mentors like Lauren Lahav and the Tony Robbins community, Lee’s own journey—from corporate IT and single motherhood to global speaking and masterminds—illustrates how clear vision, aligned action, and powerful influences can reshape a life. Her story ultimately reinforces that influence starts with how we lead ourselves, the dreams we dare to put on our boards, and the person we are willing to become to make those dreams real.

The Real Secret to Financial Independence | Troy Collins Interview

Troy describes his 30+ years as a strategic financial planner and founder of Collins Financial Group, emphasizing that true financial planning is strategic, not transactional, built around his core pillars of direction, control, and choice. He links financial strategy with triathlon coaching: starting with the end in mind, creating a clear long‑term goal, then working backward with structure, discipline, and systems that run consistently over time. Troy highlights the importance of trust, respect, and likability in client relationships, often turning clients into long‑term friends, and notes how money and financial stress can make or break marriages, which is why he sees his work as partly “financial and marriage rescue.” He gives practical markers for retirement planning (e.g., ~$60k–$100k per year in today’s dollars, and roughly $500k of capital for every $30k of income, assuming ~6% returns) and stresses conservative assumptions, long-term thinking, and starting as early as possible. Throughout, both men reinforce the value of being coachable, humble, and open, investing in mentors and coaches, and using disciplined consistency, whether in business, money, or sport, to create genuine financial independence and life choices over decades.   Takeaways:    1. Strategic, not transactional, financial planning Troy argues that real financial planning is about long‑term strategy—starting with the end in mind, setting clear goals, and then building structure, systems, and processes—rather than chasing short‑term products or “deals.” 2. Direction, control, and choice create calm and confidence His framework is: * Direction (clear goals and plan) → calm and clarity * Control (systems, cash flow, debt strategy, investments) → confidence * Choice (financial independence) → freedom to design your lifestyle, work less, or retire. 3. Be coachable, humble, and open—for money, business, and life Troy links triathlon, business, and money: success comes from discipline and being coachable. He continually invests in coaches and mentors, and encourages others to do the same, because outside perspective and experience accelerate both financial independence and personal growth. Quotes: 1. On what influence really looks like in financial planning "My belief in regards to financial planning should be strategic, not transactional… my three key words are direction, control, and choice… that direction creates calm… the control… creates confidence… and then lastly, the choice is the end outcome, in regards to the freedom that they get." — Troy Collins [0:04:13] 2. On money, relationships, and why his work matters "I actually say to a lot of clients, I think I’ve saved more marriages… because that is what creates a lot of… destroyed relationships… personally as well. They don’t talk about money, they’re fearful of talking about money, and so having that third party that can influence decision‑making… is absolutely critical." — Troy Collins [0:19:53–0:21:05] 3. On being a leader and a learner at the same time "We’ve got to be coachable… be humble and learn from other people… go and find the people who’ve done it… I invested in traveling interstate… I went to Tony Robbins seminars… I traveled every quarter to basically have a one‑day coaching session… I’m still doing it… always be open to new learnings and new opportunities." — Troy Collins [0:37:23–0:41:17]   Timestamps:   0:00:00 – Troy explains his long-term relationships with clients and how trust, likeability, and respect have grown over decades. 0:01:00 – Anton formally opens the Find Your Influence podcast and introduces Troy’s professional background. 0:04:13 – Troy defines influence in his work and introduces his framework of direction, control, and choice. 0:06:57 – Troy talks about “starting with the end in mind” in financial planning and setting time-and-dollar goals. 0:09:29 – Troy describes his education, professional qualifications, and the evolution of financial planning from transactional to strategic. 0:13:20 – Troy reflects on early influences: parents, coaches, and how he joined his father’s business after trying to be a pro triathlete. 0:19:52 – Troy and Anton discuss how money and finances strain relationships, and Troy describes his role in “saving marriages.” 0:23:14 – Troy explains how clients become long-term friends and how his triathlon life and client base overlap. 0:30:19 – They explore strategy vs. tools in investing, stressing planning first and only then choosing assets. 0:37:23 – Troy talks about leadership, being coachable, and continually investing in coaches and mentors throughout his career.   In conclusion, this conversation with Troy Collins is a masterclass in how long-term thinking, disciplined strategy, and coachability shape both money and life. Troy shows that true financial planning is not about quick wins or products, but about clarity of direction, control through systems, and the freedom of real choice over decades. By tying his work as a financial strategist to his journey as a triathlete, husband, and business owner, he models how consistency and humility—being willing to seek coaches, stay teachable, and invest in yourself—create enduring results. Listeners are left with a clear message: if you start with the end in mind, get honest about your goals, and commit to structured action with the right guidance, you can build not just financial independence, but a life of meaningful relationships, health, and impact.   Visit https://collinsfinancialgroup.com.au/ [https://collinsfinancialgroup.com.au/]