In this episode of The Million Dollar Podcast, host Ramneek Wayne speaks with Adam Long, founder of 'Conscious Step' and a prominent figure in the social impact space. Adam shares his journey from aspiring inventor to successful entrepreneur, discussing the importance of mentorship, the lessons learned from failure, and the significance of building businesses that create social value. He emphasises the need for strategic choices in entrepreneurship, the value of testing ideas before fully committing, and the role of social enterprises in making a positive impact. Adam also reflects on his experiences in various leadership roles and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to navigate the startup landscape.

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The Million Dollar Podcast Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheMillionCo

Website - https://ramneekwayne.com/

Ramneek's Socials: https://www.instagram.com/isitwayne/ & https://www.linkedin.com/in/ramneekwayne

Our Guests Links:

Adams socials https://au.linkedin.com/in/ethicalceo

The Ethical CEO Website: https://www.theethicalceo.com/

🔖 entrepreneurship, social impact, mentorship, business strategy, failure, success, Conscious Step, Adam Long, influence, startups

Key Takeaways

• It's not gadgets that are changing the world, it's organisations.
• A role model is someone living the life you want to live.
• Strategy is about making choices and cutting off alternatives.
• Execution matters more than just having big ideas.
• Building capacity and skills is essential for long-term success.
• Testing and validating ideas is crucial before launching a business.
• Surround yourself with people who have more experience than you.
• Social enterprises can shape the world positively through business.
• The journey of entrepreneurship is filled with failures and learning opportunities.
• Focus on speed of growth rather than the size of the business.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Adam Long and His Journey

02:49 - The Evolution of Influence and Role Models

06:13 - Learning from Failure: The First Business Experience

09:07 - Building Conscious Step: A Profit for Purpose Model

12:00 - Navigating the Startup Landscape: Insights and Strategies

15:04 - The Importance of Testing Ideas and Market Validation

17:51 - Social Impact and Mentorship: Adam's Contributions

21:10 - Challenges and Lessons Learned in Entrepreneurship

24:02 - Future Aspirations and Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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In this episode of The Million Dollar Podcast, Yasser Zaki shares his inspiring journey from the corporate world to becoming a global CEO focused on improving the quality of life for vulnerable communities. He discusses the importance of redefining what it means to be an influencer, the challenges he faced in his early life, and his strategies for building a successful global business.

Yasser emphasizes the significance of understanding success, embracing challenges, and finding the right people to achieve one's goals. He also addresses the myths surrounding work-life balance and the importance of resilience in the face of adversity.

🔖 disability, influencer, quality of life, global business, success, challenges, work-life balance, mentorship, resilience

Key Takeaways

• Helping people should be rewarding, not just a job.
• Quality of life includes good job, health, education, and accommodation.
• Strategic planning is essential for business success.
• Success looks different for everyone; define it for yourself.
• Challenges are opportunities in disguise.
• Burnout is a mindset; pursue your passion.
• Finding the right people is crucial for success.
• Failures are learning experiences that lead to success.
• Always reevaluate your strategies as you grow.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Yasser Zaki and His Journey

02:53 Redefining Influencers and Their Impact

06:03 Yasser's Early Life and Challenges

08:52 Building a Global Business with Purpose

11:48 Quality of Life: Yasser's Definition and Mission

15:09 Strategies for Global Expansion

18:03 Understanding Success and Its Measurements

20:53 Embracing Challenges and Opportunities

24:15 The Myth of Work-Life Balance

26:59 Finding the Right People and Skills

29:52 The Million Dollar Mindset and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of The Million Dollar Podcast, host Ramneek Wayne welcomes Suzanne Newton, the Mayor and West Ward Councillor at Darebin City Council, to discuss her journey into politics, the importance of youth involvement, and the challenges faced in political representation. Suzanne shares her experiences and insights on being a role model, the significance of diversity in politics, and how to define success in a political role. The conversation emphasizes the need for young leaders to pursue their passions and be critical of the influencers they follow.

Takeaways

• Suzanne emphasizes the importance of role models in politics.
• Youth should find their passion and pursue it fearlessly.
• Diversity in politics is crucial for representation.
• Challenges in politics include bullying and harassment.
• Support from peers is vital for overcoming political challenges.
• Young leaders can emerge from any community.
• Success in politics can be measured in both small and large impacts.
• Influencers should be scrutinized for their credibility.
• Engagement with young people is essential for effective governance.
• Politics can be a rewarding career despite its challenges.

🔖 politics, youth, role models, influencers, community leadership, diversity, success, climate action, representation, women's rights

Chapters

00:00 - Welcome to The Million Dollar Podcast

01:50 - Suzanne's Journey into Politics

05:34 - The Role of Youth in Politics

10:47 - Challenges in Political Representation

15:32 - The Importance of Role Models

20:34 - Defining Success as a Mayor

25:16 - Influencers and the Youth

28:16 - Advice for Young Leaders

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