In this episode of Resilience Unravelled, host Russell Thackeray welcomes guest Patrick Engasser, who shares his journey of overcoming blindness since birth to succeed in sales and motivational speaking.

Patrick discusses his move from Buffalo, New York to Destin, Florida, and the attractions of the warmer climate and beach lifestyle. Despite his initial desire to work in sports radio, he pivoted to a successful career in sales and later coaching.

Patrick emphasises the importance of resilience, relationship-building, and empathy in both personal and professional spheres. He also touches on the advancements in assistive technology for the blind and highlights the benefits of facing and learning from rejection.

Patrick's book, 'If I Can Do It, You Can Do It,' aims to inspire others to overcome their own challenges and succeed.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:37 Patrick's Background and Career Journey

03:22 Living Without Sight

08:39 The Importance of Sales Skills

11:40 Building Relationships in Business

22:25 Patrick's Book and Motivational Message

25:55 Conclusion and Contact Information

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This was one of our favourite podcast recordings from the last few months!

In this episode of Resilience Unravelled,' host Russell Thackeray interviews Chris Endersby, a versatile professional with a diverse career journey spanning local government, the private sector, and entrepreneurship. Chris shares his unconventional career path, the lessons learned from his early days in child protection social work, and his experience in local government policy roles.

He discusses his transition into the private sector, his eventual establishment of his own business, and the importance of authenticity, persona management, and resilience in both personal and professional contexts.

The conversation delves into the significance of values in business, the challenges of maintaining boundaries, and the role of playful creativity in fostering innovation and brand identity.

Chris emphasises the importance of building relationships and staying true to one's values while adapting to different environments.

A must-listen for anyone interested in personal development, business strategy, and the intersection of creativity and psychology.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:30 Chris Endersby's Career Journey

02:32 Challenges in Child Protection

04:01 Maintaining Boundaries and Sanity

06:56 Persona Management and Authenticity

10:05 Values in Business and Personal Life

14:30 Scaling and Maintaining Culture in Organisations

21:01 Honesty and Integrity in Business

22:46 Defining Values and Purpose in Business

23:43 The Importance of Mission and Vision

24:19 Challenges of Goal Setting and Mental Wellbeing

25:07 Purpose and Commitment in Different Sectors

26:14 Career Choices and Commonalities

28:06 Building Relationships in Business

29:46 Learning from Failure and Resilience

33:26 The Role of Relationships in Decision Making

36:24 Branding and Marketing Strategies

39:49 Targeting the Right Audience

42:01 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of Resilience Unraveled, Dr Russell Thackeray discusses eye health with Dr. Pam Theriot. Dr. Theriot shares her expertise on dry eyes, the impact of increased screen time, and effective remedies.

She explains the different types of tears, their roles, and how blinking rates are significantly affected by digital devices.

Practical solutions such as eyelid cleansers, Omega-3 fatty acids, and proper screen setup are discussed. Dr. Theriot also highlights her book, 'Alleviate Dry Eye,' providing listeners with a comprehensive guide to managing dry eye symptoms.

The episode concludes with Dr. Theriot offering a special downloadable resource for listeners on her website.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:04 Understanding Dry Eye Disease

03:37 Impact of Screen Time on Eye Health

07:21 Daily Eye Care Routine

10:37 Diet and Environmental Factors

13:32 Pam Theriot's Book and Resources

19:03 Conclusion and Special Offer

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Resources can be found online or link to our website https://resilienceunravelled.com