"In a leadership role one must always consider the development of others"Ana Rodger is passionate, knowledgeable and a powerful advocate for education, especially the world-class education offered on the Sunshine Coast. She is the General Manager at East Coast Region TAFE, a tertiary education provider. Ana worked her way through a wide variety of roles in TAFE, learning about the many different areas of the business and gaining valuable leadership skills. In this episode she offers great insight into leadership which focuses on others, developing their skills and caring about them as people. She also discusses how TAFE thrived through the early stages of COVID in Australia and how that has altered their business models. In addition, Ana discusses why the Sunshine Coast is a unique destination for a world-class education. Listen to Bound for Success today. 

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Courageous and caring leadership with Ana Rodger

'It is really important to inspire other people'Simon Thornalley is the founder of indigenous tourism company Saltwater Eco Tours, a Queensland Young Tourism Leader and a commercial dive master. In this episode we talk to Simon about how and why he founded Saltwater Eco Tours. We learn how the business launched and thrived through COVID-19 and how Simon inspires youth to become part of the growing tourism industry. Listen to Bound for Success today.

Creating a tourism business with Simon Thornalley

"Lead by example, ask questions and involve everyone"Naomi Elliot is the General Manager of successful Sunshine Coast manufacturer Concept Labs. In this episode we learn how Concept Labs was able to thrive and adapt through COVID-19, information on Australian made product and what increased production has meant for the company. We also discover the importance of support networks and everyone being on the same page, as well as the vital role of family in life and business. Listen to Bound for Success today.

Family business with Naomi Elliot

"If you can keep everyone excited about their role and what they contribute then you will have people working really well together". In this episode we hear from Danielle Smith, inaugural CEO of the Sunshine Coast Lightning Netball Team. Sunshine Coast Lightning is the Sunshine Coast's first national elite sports team, winning two premierships in its first two seasons. Danielle shares the success story behind the team and valuable insights from her inspiring career in sport. She discusses community and performance as the two pillars of success, the importance of team members understanding their contribution to the team and the positive impact of sport on the community. She also shares tips on a career in sport, how vital it is to back yourself and why spending time with a diverse range of people creates great outcomes. All this and much more in this episode of Bound for Success.

People at the heart of success with Danielle Smith

Optimize each day with tips from World Champ Ultraman Richard Thompson

The Beauty of Finding the Right Career with Ann Donnarumma

Myles McNamara is the CEO of Eye on It, a successful software solutions company based on the Sunshine Coast. In this episode Myles talks with us about how he entered the IT industry, built a highly successful business and maintains a vibrant, solutions-focused and fun working environment. Discover pragmatic and practical tips on attracting the right talent for your business, trends in tech and the concept of organic mentoring. Listen to Bound for Success today.

Authentic Leadership with Myles McNamara

"If you are not feeling uncomfortable, you are not doing amazing things". Feda Adra is a powerhouse of contribution, she has empowered not-for-profit companies to reach more people by utilising business principles to help them grow. She is the CEO of Commlink, a care-providing organisation which focuses on helping people live their best lives as they age. Discover tips on leadership, finding your purpose, entering the workforce after being a stay-at-home parent and so much more. Listen in on our website, Apple, Spotify Android or wherever else you get your podcast fix.

Do More While Doing Good with Feda Adra

"You're not going to influence anybody by looking just like everybody". To kick things of this season we talk to Kim McCosker, successful author and founder of the 4 Ingredients brand which includes over 30 cookbooks and a soon to be released television show. Learn how Kim defined her product in an over-crowded marketplace leading to global success and discover how authentic connection to people is at the core of her successful business. Kim offers valuable insights into marketing, businesses challenges, authenticity and connection to your audience. Listen to the episode today to find out more.

How to stand out from the crowd with Kim McCosker

Season 2 Teaser

This episode we talk to Pete Capra, head of software development at Youi Insurance, about finding a work-life balance on the Sunshine Coast, while advancing your career. He reveals how we all can create a great workplace culture and not lose that innovative start-up feel. Pete tells us about some great roles and growth opportunities opening up on the Sunshine Coast.

Pete Capra, head of software development, Youi Insurance - Episode 8

This episode we speak to James Colquhoun, the CEO and Founder of Food Matters, about how we can all be happy and healthy in our daily lives. He reveals how he has worked with kings and movie stars and learned there that money doesn't provide health and happiness. So he took control of his health and lifestyle and now helps others to avoid burnout, anxiety, depression and live the fulfilling lives they want to live. James says we are not taught how to heal ourselves with food, do our finances or have a good relationship at school, so tune in here to learn all about it now.

James Colquhoun, CEO and Founder of Food Matters - Episode 7

This episode of Bound for Success we speak to Huddle Insurance. They've established their largest Australian presence here on the Sunshine Coast, with a new an innovative campus in Bokarina, featuring the latest technologies. Join us as we talk tech with Huddle's COO Andrew Carey.

Huddle Insurance - Episode 6

This episode we talk to Sunshine Coast Council Group Executive Jeanette Allom-Hill about her career journey from Microsoft to the Sunshine Coast Council and about how being honest about who you are and what you are passionate about can help you land the perfect position. Jeanette also reminds us to learn from every experience, because anything you learn from should never be a regret, she says.

Jeanette Allom-Hill, Sunshine Coast Council Group Executive - Episode 5

Sometimes life seems like just coconuts and palm trees, but for Sandra Gosling coconuts mean so much more. Get to know Sandra as we talk all things COYO and what it means to be an entrepreneur on the Sunshine Coast. Hope you enjoy this episode!

Coyo - Episode 4

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