Originally aired: December 2021

Episode Number: 114

Most people have taken a personality test at some point—Myers-Briggs, Enneagram, or one of the many models that promise to explain who we are. But for many, those systems feel overly complex or hard to relate to in everyday life.

In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, seasoned therapist, clinical hypnotherapist, NLP practitioner, and life and business coach Suzanne Davison shares a refreshingly simple way of understanding personality through four core shapes: heart, square, diamond, and circle. Discover how different processing speeds shape our behaviour, why people-pleasing and control often sit at opposite ends of the spectrum, and how recognising your dominant shape can improve communication, relationships, and self-awareness.

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Originally aired: November 2021

Episode Number: 113

Many people think transformation starts by fixing their body—cutting foods, adding workouts, and chasing a number on the scale. But lasting change usually begins much higher up.

In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, Coach, Author and Guinness World Record holder Jamie Alderton unpacks why real transformation starts with mindset, not meal plans. Learn why understanding your emotional drivers matters more than restriction, how moderation outperforms extremes, and why sustainable progress comes from clarity, self-worth, and patience rather than quick fixes.

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Originally aired: November 2021

Episode Number: 111

When your identity is built around performance, what happens when the spotlight disappears?

In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, former musical theatre artist and creator of Wisdom From North Jannecke Øinæs shares about losing her voice, losing her sense of self, and the emotional unraveling that followed. Discover how self-love, curiosity, and meaning emerged from a dark period, why purpose can't be built on performance alone, and how an unexpected breakdown became the foundation for a life of deeper alignment and impact.

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Originally aired: November 2021

Episode Number: 110

Many people chase success by copying what they see around them: working harder, doing more, and aiming for goals they've never truly questioned. Yet progress often stalls not because of a lack of effort, but because the destination itself isn't clear.

In this episode of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, Actor, Presenter, and Writer Will Richards unpacks how unclear goals, external expectations, and borrowed definitions of success can lead to procrastination and frustration. Discover why success is personal, how clarity acts as a true North Star, and why aligning your work with who you really are changes everything.

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Originally aired: October 2021

Episode Number: 108

Stress is usually treated as the enemy, but the right kind of stimulation may be exactly what drives focus, flow, and high performance.

In this episode of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, Brain.fm CEO Dan Clark explores the science behind optimal stimulation and why productivity lives in the space between boredom and overload. Learn how engineered music supports peak performance, why "background engagement" matters more than motivation, and how small daily practices compound into sustained clarity and energy.

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Bookkeeping Millionaires: Why Most Bookkeepers Fail, The Confidence Crisis Nobody Talks About & The Secret To Building A Global 6-Figure Business From Scratch! - Zoe Whitman & Jo Wood | EP263

Episode Notes

In this episode, I'm joined by Zoe Whitman and Jo Wood, the inspiring co-founders of The Six Figure Bookkeeper. Together, we discuss their journeys from humble beginnings and personal challenges to building a thriving global community for bookkeepers. Discover key insights on community, overcoming self-doubt, business partnerships, and using adversity as fuel for success.

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Video Chapters

00:00 - Introduction

00:01 - Welcoming Zoe & Jo and how this unique partnership began

01:13 - Jo's early career, breaking stereotypes, and forging her own path

04:17 - The birth of the Six Figure Bookkeepers Club and building a community from 60 to 33,000 members

06:03 - Zoe's entry, vision alignment, and leveraging strengths in partnership

09:11 - The drive behind ambition and influence of family backgrounds

13:12 - The role of self-worth, overcoming limiting beliefs, and lessons from past failures

15:46 - The importance of role models and personal mission ("North Star")

18:18 - Zoe's personal story: overcoming adversity, finding independence, and supporting family

25:18 - Creating business synergy, challenges and successes of partnership

29:59 - Aligning values, managing conflict, and work-life balance as business partners

33:26 - The vital role of coaching, mentorship, and investing in personal growth

39:09 - What makes a great bookkeeper and how business owners should choose one

44:06 - Demystifying compliance vs value-add in accounting and bookkeeping

45:49 - Real-world experience, practical learning, and closing the education gap

47:47 - Launching HeyMonika: solving "burning hair" industry problems with technology

51:46 - Recognizing themselves as technology founders and embracing new identities

55:01 - Envisioning the next chapter and breaking through glass ceilings

63:08 - Final questions: failures, vulnerability, and advice for those listening

70:22 - Closing remarks and invitation to stay in touch

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Relevant Links For the Viewer and Citations

Website - https://www.willpolston.com

Instagram - https://instagram.com/willpolston

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willpolstonmih

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/willpolston/

Twitter / X - https://x.com/willpolston

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@willpolston

Check out Hey Monica! here: https://www.heymonika.com/

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