What happens when you reach the top… and still feel empty?

In this powerful episode, former AFL star Alex Rance unpacks life after elite sport, the cost of high performance, and how he rebuilt his identity, purpose, and business - after leaving professional football.

We explore themes every high achiever, entrepreneur, and career professional faces.

Which mean you’ll hear about burnout, imposter syndrome, work-life balance, and the never-ending chase for more.

Tune in to discover:

✅ Why success without purpose can feel empty
✅ The hidden cost of being “all in” on your goals
✅ Navigating identity loss after elite performance
✅ How to find balance between business & family
✅ The truth about momentum, burnout & fulfillment
✅ How to evaluate opportunities and avoid distraction
✅ Traits that will ALWAYS lead to success (in any era)

This episode gives you unique insights on purpose-driven entrepreneurship, self-awareness, and redefining success on your own terms.

Key moments:

00:05:00 Finding Balance Between Ambition and Family
00:09:00 The Deathbed Test
00:13:00 What Financial Freedom Is Really About
00:19:20 Identity Change After Career Shifts
00:28:00 The 5-10 Degree Pivot Principle
00:34:00 Kids vs Business
00:45:40 The Thoughts-Feelings-Actions Loop
00:55:40 Momentality: Owning Micro-Moments
01:03:00 Sleep as the Ultimate Performance Lever
01:08:00 One Practical Step to Take Today

Listen now to discover the simple framework that helps you define success on your own terms.

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👉Connect with us

https://www.instagram.com/twoblokesonebusiness
https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-blokes-one-business-podcast

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Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.

HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.

Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.

👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?

Get in touch with Adam, Harvey, and the team at HARWELL. https://www.harwellconsulting.com.au/

Ready to make 2026 the year that actually changes you? Tune in and steal the exact framework we use to go full hammer every single year.

Your future self will thank you.

In this episode of Two Blokes One Business, we break down why most New Year’s resolutions fail and how to actually build discipline (not just motivation).

You’ll also hear the practical systems we use to stay consistent when life gets hectic.

If you’ve ever started strong in January and then faded by February, this episode is for you.

We cover:

✅The real reason your motivation disappears

✅How to set goals that actually stick

✅Habit stacking + reducing friction

✅Accountability (and why a competitive mate helps)

✅Confidence after failure

✅Balancing business growth with being present at home

Key moments:

00:08:40 No Alcohol for 2026
00:13:00 Why January Motivation Fails
00:18:00 Identity Over Outcomes
00:21:40 Dopamine and High Achievers
00:28:40 Tactics for Bad Days
00:33:00 Mindfulness and Presence
00:42:40 The Three-Step Framework
00:45:40 Moving Goalposts Trap
00:56:00 Listener Q&A

January motivation is a trap - tune in for what really works.

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👉Connect with us

https://www.instagram.com/twoblokesonebusiness
https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-blokes-one-business-podcast

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Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.

HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.

Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.

👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?

Get in touch with Adam, Harvey, and the team at HARWELL. https://www.harwellconsulting.com.au/

Welcome back, Legends! Today’s episode is a special one.

We're wrapping up 2025 with the best bits, funniest moments, and most valuable lessons from the past year on the Two Blokes One Business Podcast.

Whether you're a small business owner, a startup founder, or just someone who enjoys real business conversations with a laugh, this one’s for you.

Expect entrepreneurial insights, motivational nuggets, and of course... hilarious moments from the podcast.

We couldn’t have done this without YOU - our incredible listeners who tuned in, shared the pod, and sent us DMs.

Let’s keep building this community together in 2026 💪

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👉Connect with us

https://www.instagram.com/twoblokesonebusiness
https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-blokes-one-business-podcast

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Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.

HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.

Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.

👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?

Get in touch with Adam, Harvey, and the team at HARWELL. https://www.harwellconsulting.com.au/