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066 Andrew Patterson | Ubuntu, Doing Hard Things & Your Self Worth?
Andrew Patterson’s conversation explores his evolving perspective on success, challenges, and Ubuntu, deeply shaped by his life experiences. Originally from South Africa, Andrew’s definition of success has shifted from material wealth to embodying the philosophy of Ubuntu: "I am because you are." His three pillars-learning, mastering, and teaching-reflect his commitment to personal growth and community impact. These principles were influenced by his upbringing during the apartheid era, where understanding the challenges of others instilled a deep sense of empathy.
Key moments include Andrew's transformative Table Mountain project, climbing the iconic peak daily for a year. The endeavour tested him mentally, physically, and emotionally, while raising funds for charities and fostering connections. This project also serendipitously led him to his wife, who supported him throughout this life-altering challenge.
Through wilderness therapy, Andrew worked with at-risk youth, teaching them resilience and self-worth. This taught him the importance of creating space for others to grow, distinguishing between helping and rescuing. It highlighted Ubuntu's principle that collective effort benefits all. His work in wilderness therapy was a profound lesson in humility, patience, and the enduring impact of small actions, such as sharing Ubuntu principles with teens.
Andrew emphasises embracing challenges to uncover inner strength and resilience. His belief that growth arises from discomfort underpins his philosophy. Whether enduring corporate rejection, pursuing creative projects like writing, or training through physical and emotional hurdles, Andrew’s life exemplifies the importance of persistence and self-belief.
The conversation also delves into societal dependency on convenience, contrasting it with Andrew's advocacy for reconnecting with effortful living. He uses his lessons, such as teaching fire-making to troubled youth, to demonstrate how discipline fosters transformation. His ideas of self-worth resonate as he reflects on overcoming self-doubt and societal expectations.
Andrew’s life is a tapestry of stories showcasing humanity's ability to persevere, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to others' lives. He now channels his experiences into community-focused initiatives, blending his love for nature, storytelling, and personal development. Whether building resilience through his Whole Foods work or planning future ventures in Cape Town tourism, Andrew’s mission remains consistent: inspire and uplift others by living authentically and striving for meaningful progress.
Don’t miss this conversation that just might spark your next transformation.
04:35 Learning humility through reflections on apartheid's legacy
06:03 The philosophy of Ubuntu as a life framework for success
16:26 A year of daily climbs up Table Mountain for charity and growth
23:59 Using personal challenges as opportunities to foster community and self-worth
28:48 Meeting his wife amid personal transformation
32:13 Overcoming rejection in creative pursuits like writing
34:53 Life lessons from living with at-risk youth in wilderness therapy
49:09 Finding joy in seemingly mundane moments of work and life
49:26 Teaching fire-making as a metaphor for patience and growth
54:43 Embracing discomfort to find resilience and purpose
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065 Dr. Suzy Green | How to Live a Positive Life
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Have you heard of Dr Suzy Green? Suzy’s journey didn’t start out so promising. She went from being a school drop out at 16 years old to turn her life around and become Australia’s Leading Positive Psychologist, founder of The Positivity Institute & author of The Positivity Prescription. In this conversation we dive deeply into what it means to Suzy to be holistically successful, authentic & emp...
063 Scott Doty | Uncover Your Own Unique Genius
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Have you heard of Scott Doty? The man who built an extraordinary tutoring company which allowed him to “retire” at 31, spend time with his family, raise his daughters and grow his mindset. And then coming back when the business needed him during covid and bringing it to new heights. In today’s conversation we focus on true success. And what’s that? According to Scott, it’s uncovering your own u...
062 Ramesh Rajagopalan | The Opposite of Success is NOT Failure
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Have you heard of Ramesh Rajagopalan? Well, if you haven’t, now is your opportunity! We discuss some fascinating concepts & perspectives. But the three most intriguing & insightful are these: 1. The opposite of success is NOT failure. The opposite of success is simply not success. 2. Success is beyond the temporary feelings, the temporary changes or the temporary achievements. It’s about turnin...
061 Success is Movement | Olivier Vojetta
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Have you heard of Olivier Vojetta? Olivier is a successful, inspiring and eclectic individual, with a degree from INSEAD and an extraordinary trading career in London. He was a senior strategy lead at Macquarie, is a founder and entrepreneur in Sydney, and on top of all this he is a master storyteller and public speaker & a well known writer. He’s gone through the highs and lows of career, movi...
060 CEO of Starlight Foundation: How to Shine | Louise Baxter
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When Louise Baxter started her career, she had absolutely no idea she’d end up leading one of Australia’s most impactful charities. In this conversation, we explore Louise’s journey from working part time at David Jones, to move toward a marketing career across multiple industries to eventually receive an opportunity to work with Starlight which changed her journey forever. Louise is now the CE...
059 From Divorce to Adventure | Josh Waldhorn
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Josh Waldhorn had the “perfect” life. A wife, 2 kids, a beautiful home, an advancing career and then it all fell apart. More specifically, Josh fell apart and from the “depths of hell” he found a way out. This episode focuses on what happens when we take life for granted: The pain that comes from resting on our laurels. Josh shares his journey with deep authenticity and brutal honesty. "Life's ...
058 What is the Project of Your Life? | Craig Harper
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Problem: What do body image, food addiction, instant gratification, being comfortable, avoiding the hard things and never adapting have in common? Solution: Craig Harper "What am I doing in my life that's not working? What's the thing that I am doing which doesn't align with who I want to be?" If you saw the beginning of Craig Harper’s journey, you would not think he would amount to anywhere ne...
057 The Three Pillars of Success | Maxime Chaury
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Max has lived in 12 countries, has managed several businesses including some of 400 employees, has written two books, is a Forbes “30under30”, has been an officer of French army and, most recently, has co-founded Upworth which has already raised $1m capital investment for growth. Maxime’s definition of success is deeply imbedded in three pillars. In this conversation, we dive deep into these th...
056 What a Rabbi’s Journey Can Teach You About Success | Rabbi Jeffrey Kamins
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Have you ever wanted to discuss success with a rabbi? Have you ever wondered what a rabbi’s answer to success could be? Well, in this conversation we explore a rabbi’s perspective of living a successful and fulfilled life. Hint: It’s not about the money. "We are here with an obligation to serve this life force with love in our heart, in our deepest consciousness, and in everything we do." Rabbi...
055 "There is opportunity everywhere." | Kim Fenton
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Kim Fenton has learnt one of the most empowering skills in career and life: Opportunities for success are everywhere, but your success requires recognizing and seizing them. Kim is Group Chief Commercial Officer @ The Extend Group, where she leads and empowers multiple diverse and talented teams across many departments. She’s a career woman, a proud mother & an authentic voice in the world. Thi...
054 Discover Who You Truly Are | Pantea Vaziri @panteavaziri
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Pantea Vaziri - An Iranian immigrant, a successful career woman, a dedicated spouse and an extraordinary mother. Pantea shares her journey of learning who she is, what she values and the impact she chooses to make in the world. She shares the importance of sharing knowledge, gaining mentorship & always finding ways to grow. Most importantly, Pantea vulnerably opens up about her process of takin...
Part 2: What is Success? Hear from these incredible mentors:
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Since February 2022, we have asked every single mentor who has appeared on our podcast the same question: "How do you define success?". Here is what they answered 👆⬆️🚀 If you want to be successful, you need mentors. From day one, the content from our podcast has been designed to inspire & equip you to become more successful while creating meaning in your life. This summary episode is yet anothe...
Part 1: What is Success? Hear from these incredible mentors:
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Since February 2022, we have asked every single mentor who has appeared on our podcast the same question: "How do you define success?". Here is what they answered 👆⬆️🚀 If you want to be successful, you need mentors. From day one, the content from our podcast has been designed to inspire & equip you to become more successful while creating meaning in your life. This summary episode is yet anothe...
What it Takes to be a Succesaful Mother:
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What it Takes to be a Succesaful Mother:
What is Meditation? Expert Advice on How to Meditate
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What is Meditation? Expert Advice on How to Meditate
Can Women ACTUALLY Be Successful in their Careers? This is the Advice Every Woman Needs to Hear:
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Can Women ACTUALLY Be Successful in their Careers? This is the Advice Every Woman Needs to Hear:
The Advice Every FATHER Needs to Hear
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The Advice Every FATHER Needs to Hear
Career Advice All Men NEED to Hear
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Career Advice All Men NEED to Hear
046 How to Avoid Regret in Your Career & Achieve Success | Nick Langton
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046 How to Avoid Regret in Your Career & Achieve Success | Nick Langton
045 How to find Purpose & Peace in Your Life | Aaron Schultz
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045 How to find Purpose & Peace in Your Life | Aaron Schultz
044 How Self-Awareness is Critical to Success & Purpose | Jahan Kalantar
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044 How Self-Awareness is Critical to Success & Purpose | Jahan Kalantar
043 Success is NOT Achievable Without Others | Tina Comrie
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043 Success is NOT Achievable Without Others | Tina Comrie
042 It’s never too late to be Successful | André Alphonso
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042 It’s never too late to be Successful | André Alphonso
041 The Meditation Practice That Actually Makes Your Life Better | Jai Kith Part 2
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041 The Meditation Practice That Actually Makes Your Life Better | Jai Kith Part 2
040 Values for Success in Marriage, Parenting & Business | Priya Narthakii
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040 Values for Success in Marriage, Parenting & Business | Priya Narthakii
039 Balancing Career, Family & Impact through being Uncomfortable | Káti Gapaillard
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039 Balancing Career, Family & Impact through being Uncomfortable | Káti Gapaillard
038 How to be a Successful Parent | Natalie Costa
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038 How to be a Successful Parent | Natalie Costa
037 How to Be A Successful Asian in Australia | Jeffery Wang @10lessonslearned
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037 How to Be A Successful Asian in Australia | Jeffery Wang @10lessonslearned
036 How to Overcome Mental Health Challenges to Live a Successful Life | Emily Unity
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036 How to Overcome Mental Health Challenges to Live a Successful Life | Emily Unity

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @kimtopology4257
    @kimtopology4257 10 днів тому

    Happiness is not going to drop on your lap you need take steps either baby steps or big leaps of faith and make decisions that are aligned with your morals and values and you will have peace and happiness .

  • @kimtopology4257
    @kimtopology4257 10 днів тому

    They have good live shows you learn allot when I was a member in their system .

  • @kimtopology4257
    @kimtopology4257 12 днів тому

    You must be an INFJ because you can summarize what that guy is talking about and gain insights to communicate them to the person your 're interviewing .

  • @arian693
    @arian693 28 днів тому

    Great episode. Thanks Harry!

  • @Glurmp
    @Glurmp 2 місяці тому

    Dave your sleep is showing 😳

  • @avamohajer9703
    @avamohajer9703 3 місяці тому

    I am sharing this with my 21 year old who is kind of looking for mentors.

  • @ainazmardane5204
    @ainazmardane5204 3 місяці тому

    ❤❤❤❤

  • @dans5529
    @dans5529 3 місяці тому

    Great conversation, thanks!

  • @lauraelzey6371
    @lauraelzey6371 6 місяців тому

    First off. Amazing background music and secondly, you’re spot on with the “ah ha” midlife crisis thing. I remember saying when I was younger that I wanted to be like older people who Literally just stop giving a shit about things that don’t matter in life. Have fun, and stop chasing the fucking rabbit 🐇

  • @Dolph-fe2ks
    @Dolph-fe2ks 6 місяців тому

    Here's why, after 11 years of engaging with all the typology systems, I flock with OP: They type people upside down. Please allow me to clarify: They see people from who they really are *at root.* I.E. They see the root/inferior cognitive functionality, all the mask stuff aside... and build up (to the outside world) from there. When we/you do that, it paints a more accurate picture of people for who we Truly are; when no one's around, and when we're doing our best to be who the external world requires us to be.

  • @atefedarzi6878
    @atefedarzi6878 7 місяців тому

    Great talk! Really an informative interview. I like the thousands of micro kindness concept.

  • @steven19561956
    @steven19561956 7 місяців тому

    Excellent ... some great insights as to success and purpose in one's life ... Thanks!

  • @MCSoulSelf
    @MCSoulSelf 7 місяців тому

    Wonderful session, thank you so much. Thoroughly enjoyed Martyn's gold.

  • @JIHN-2451
    @JIHN-2451 7 місяців тому

    The SF is Offfff TF IS THAT MUSIC

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose 7 місяців тому

      Great to see shorts like these from last year are coming back around. Was a period of standardising the background music. Check out the others instead to see if they’re any better 👍 The words haven’t changed though 😉

  • @marmarmar9577
    @marmarmar9577 7 місяців тому

    Happy to see u pantea❤

  • @arian693
    @arian693 7 місяців тому

    Another great episode! Thanks Harry and Pantea. 👍🏼 That identity diversification concept was really interesting, specially from a migrant perspective.

  • @kamalamugunthan5266
    @kamalamugunthan5266 8 місяців тому

    Wow. What a great talk. Very inspiring and amazing.. Deep understanding of who You are . Great. We are very proud to have you as our daughter in law. With lot's of Blessings and love. Mom and Dad.❤❤

  • @shabnamladan
    @shabnamladan 8 місяців тому

    Great talk! You are very inspiring Pantea!

    • @panteavaziri
      @panteavaziri 8 місяців тому

      Thank you!

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose 8 місяців тому

      She’s exceptional isn’t she?? Grateful to hear you received so much value from the conversation @shabnamladan!

  • @Behdokht_Hosseini
    @Behdokht_Hosseini 8 місяців тому

    Great conversation, thank you!

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose 8 місяців тому

      It is our pleasure! Here’s another episode of honesty, openness and vulnerability you may enjoy: ua-cam.com/video/4l2LIarJFVw/v-deo.htmlsi=Gdo_uZ-jo18G-fVN

  • @parvanehfarsi7456
    @parvanehfarsi7456 8 місяців тому

    Pantea you are amazing.

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose 8 місяців тому

      She really is!! Here’s a similarly amazing episode of an Indian woman finding success and joy in America (if you were curious). ua-cam.com/video/IN-nVrEQ0tU/v-deo.htmlsi=gBkpGOKX6vRXekbg

  • @idiom4YOU
    @idiom4YOU 8 місяців тому

    Very inspiring thanks for sharing ❤

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose 8 місяців тому

      You’re very welcome! Have you come across this conversation too? ua-cam.com/video/OQtxn1-PTGw/v-deo.htmlsi=OXoMyV56CRnZA3ab

    • @idiom4YOU
      @idiom4YOU 8 місяців тому

      @@successwithpurpose I'm familiar with Vinh Giang through his Stage Academy course. Thanks for sharing!

  • @martingifford5415
    @martingifford5415 8 місяців тому

    Drama king.

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose 8 місяців тому

      How so?

    • @martingifford5415
      @martingifford5415 8 місяців тому

      @@successwithpurpose He said, "The people we love the most are people who are at their mid-life crisis... wanting to kill yourself... in the darkness." That's drama. And what do they do? Intensify the drama by gasbagging on about the "hero's journey".

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose 8 місяців тому

      @martingifford5415 curious take. From my experience as a coach and financial adviser, people tend to be most likely to enhance their lives when they’re in a world of chaos and uncertainty. When they have put on too much weight, lost their job, had a major surgery, their spouse has left them, issues with kids, etc Is there an issue with wanting to connect with the people at the exact moment they are most likely to make change?

    • @martingifford5415
      @martingifford5415 8 місяців тому

      ​@@successwithpurpose Investigate the assumptions. Do people need to "make change"? What is the real change that is needed? Is the change merely a higher ocatve of the same illusion that got them into trouble? How did they get into trouble in the first place? Why is crisis needed? Etcetera. Therapists and clients tend to assume that intensity = gain and change for the better. IMO, it's just drama and the therapists are parasitically feeding off it. A friend was praising himself for helping an addict get clean and get a normal life with kids. So the _addict_ dragged more kids into this deluded world. You see? There's no sense of the big picture. It's all superficial spectacle.

    • @Dolph-fe2ks
      @Dolph-fe2ks 6 місяців тому

      Maybe, but Drauma, is Real. "Everything's funny, until it happens to you." ~Dave Chappelle

  • @successwithpurpose
    @successwithpurpose 9 місяців тому

    Which definition of success resonated with you the most?

  • @Shar_Mage
    @Shar_Mage 9 місяців тому

    Thanks for creating this simply understood video on how to meditate. UA-cam recommended this video when I was watching the Explore Your Dream Life channel. Liked this video and you've got yourself a new subscriber! Thank you!

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose 9 місяців тому

      Amazing to read this @the_daintry_doeKE! You'll find a lot of really great mentors on this podcast to learn to live your dream like (be successful thr way you define it). For meditation specifically, it's best to learn directly from this episode: ua-cam.com/video/GcoA4YNu9BU/v-deo.htmlsi=Z-oTSXQV1jNoouUr And for mentors in business, career, parenting or Masculinity, just check out the full episodes and enjoy the ride 🚀 ua-cam.com/play/PLnO2LMyo4SE708hsFIlGUDbkJjmjppzO0.html&si=teGwd-HaxY0fYizy

  • @Heart.headed
    @Heart.headed 10 місяців тому

    🏌🏽🎯🎆

  • @jami3girl
    @jami3girl 11 місяців тому

    I can't tell you how much I appreciate this one. There's too many words. Lol Thanks for being right on time. -A Not-Doing-So-Hot ENFP (To be light lol) 🤗 FRFR TY ❤

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose 8 місяців тому

      I’m grateful to hear this is just at the right time for you! Did you check out the full episode? ua-cam.com/video/k803xmVSa88/v-deo.htmlsi=9gR3PnlKEHQOrLc6

  • @jami3girl
    @jami3girl 11 місяців тому

    Listen. I just turned 40... And Rome is fucking burning down. In probably every single way that I can think of... I haven't been on you guys' page on a long time... But Rome burning made me want to check and see if you guys were still plugging away. Thanks for making this video for me. Hahaha Seriously, you guys are doing REAL work. THANK YOU. ❤️

  • @martingifford5415
    @martingifford5415 11 місяців тому

    This is all at the Orange level of development in Spiral Dynamics. It's time to question all our assumptions and motivations instead of pursuing inherited societal ideals.

  • @zephdo2971
    @zephdo2971 11 місяців тому

    OPS system attracts manipulators.

  • @zephdo2971
    @zephdo2971 11 місяців тому

    this person seems super sus to me

  • @Cat-Down-The-Road
    @Cat-Down-The-Road Рік тому

    ❤What interview is this from?

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose 8 місяців тому

      From here: ua-cam.com/video/k803xmVSa88/v-deo.htmlsi=9gR3PnlKEHQOrLc6 Enjoy!

  • @arian693
    @arian693 Рік тому

    This podcast was gold. Will highly recommend for anyone looking to make changes to their career

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose Рік тому

      This is exceptional to hear the impact the episode is having. Keep it up @arian693!

  • @tracemckenzie8322
    @tracemckenzie8322 Рік тому

    this was very inspirational

  • @juliereyes7634
    @juliereyes7634 Рік тому

    i appriciate the content

  • @aliceross9961
    @aliceross9961 Рік тому

    this will help me in the future

  • @ambroseperkins5612
    @ambroseperkins5612 Рік тому

    this was a heart warming video💕

  • @alethaprohaska6653
    @alethaprohaska6653 Рік тому

    i really enjoyed this video❤️🔥

  • @holleenacunningham7493
    @holleenacunningham7493 Рік тому

    this gave me a lot of information about life

  • @ericritchie9363
    @ericritchie9363 Рік тому

    this was very inspirational

  • @michelehuffman989
    @michelehuffman989 Рік тому

    i appriciate the content

  • @terrysmith2883
    @terrysmith2883 Рік тому

    this was a awesome video!

  • @eagleeggs3862
    @eagleeggs3862 Рік тому

    Im Batman

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose 8 місяців тому

      🤔😅

    • @Dolph-fe2ks
      @Dolph-fe2ks 6 місяців тому

      Which one? Keaton? Clooney? Kilner? Bale? Affleck? Teenwolf? Or, the one who never was, but should've been? Like, say: Pitt, or Cavill? 🤔

  • @MugeBSozer
    @MugeBSozer Рік тому

    cant see the stars unless it's dark outside. I am soooo grateful that this guy is my mentor!

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose 8 місяців тому

      This is amazing to read! Have you checked out some of our other mentors on the podcast too? They might help out just as much 🎁

    • @Dolph-fe2ks
      @Dolph-fe2ks 6 місяців тому

      "In the darkness, the light shines brightest."

  • @steven19561956
    @steven19561956 Рік тому

    Very much "truly exceptional" ... fascinating and really worthwhile! 🙏

  • @successwithpurpose
    @successwithpurpose Рік тому

    If you know someone who really needs these insights, share this conversation with them ASAP - they’ll thank you for it!

  • @nicholassmith7473
    @nicholassmith7473 Рік тому

    It's hard to get a decent mentor with the shity personality 😂

  • @Not_Knowing108
    @Not_Knowing108 Рік тому

    Great episode, really enjoyed hearing from Jai Kiths perspective.

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose Рік тому

      Amazing to hear that @psilo1! You'll likely also really enjoy hearing from Henry Shukman & Rajan Shankara on this podcast too 🙏

  • @steven19561956
    @steven19561956 Рік тому

    Very interesting ... and impressive

  • @paulabitdinger3699
    @paulabitdinger3699 Рік тому

    Great interview, Harry!! Thank you 🙏… and Julie too! Julie’s workshops are great!

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose Рік тому

      Thank you Paula! Love how much you enjoyed the conversation 🙏

  • @nternetrat
    @nternetrat Рік тому

    25:00 woah!!!

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose Рік тому

      I know right??? I'm curious, what did you take away from the episode?

    • @nternetrat
      @nternetrat Рік тому

      @@successwithpurpose i j love hearing dave talk ab how they come about things, their experience w people,, basically his inner world about the system and typing. i'm 3/4 in rn, the best thing i've gotten is the anecdote of how it all started :)

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose Рік тому

      @@nternetrat Anecdotes galore! If you enjoy these types of "where it all began" conversations, then you'll really enjoy most of the conversations on this podcast. Especially Vinh Giang (ua-cam.com/video/OQtxn1-PTGw/v-deo.html) or Rajan Shankara...

    • @nternetrat
      @nternetrat Рік тому

      @@successwithpurpose thank u friend :)

    • @successwithpurpose
      @successwithpurpose Рік тому

      My pleasure!