Raise The Bar Radio

Today we speak to Jack Mclean from @preparelikeapro a hybrid online and in person coaching business that has really found their niche. They offer coaching and programming to every day footballers along with the futures elite. Jack credits his pedigree from the @hawthornfc to his success. His ability to take risks and seek out experts has given Prepare Like A Pro an opportunity for amazing growth. Learn how you can take a startup in a worldwide pandemic and create serious revenue using Jack’s advice. #RTBR #podcast #fitness #gym #gymowner

Today I’m joined by a repeat guest in @seanbell__ from @first42k. Its always an absolute honour to speak to Sean as he is one incredible human. His big goal to run around Australia in 2022 is coming together and he hopes to raise over $100,000 through his charity initiative Run For Wishes. Today we talk about Sean’s new business, an online training program for people wanting to take on their first marathon. We learn how this concept has come together and how the skills Sean has developed...

@damocrossfit hits us in the feels as he walks us through his 10 year journey of gym ownership. We discover lessons about shooting first and aiming later, why you can’t do one thing when your purpose is another and why it’s so important to make your own mistakes. We finish with how Damo got help from @willnelson_fitcoach to get some structure on how to go online and have clients kicking down his door ready to go. Shoutout to @tyearnettphoto along the way for helping us both. If you’re a gym...

@damocrossfit hits us in the feels as he walks us through his 10 year journey of gym ownership. We discover lessons about shooting first and aiming later, why you can’t do one thing when your purpose is another and why it’s so important to make your own mistakes. We finish with how Damo got help from @willnelson_fitcoach to get some structure on how to go online and have clients kicking down his door ready to go. Shoutout to @tyearnettphoto along the way for helping us both. If you’re a gym...

Stacey is incredibly passionate about helping people improve their health and well-being around body image and mindset. Stacie is a clinical psychologist but her real value comes from being open and vulnerable about her eating disorder and all the way through to her recovery. Stacie comes from a place of compassion and empathy and shares her clients success stories. Learn how she uses Instagram for her business and how she has built her coaching portal. Discover the challenges and...

The Raise The Bar Radio Team is back but in a much different format. Today Nick puts Stu and his business Valor under the spotlight. We discuss the following lessons throughout Stu’s career. - Supplementing your income during startup - Making the jump and going all in - Building systems - When to stop cleaning the toilets - Recruiting and retaining amazing staff - What’s the right amount of gym floor hours for gym owners - Gratitude - Lead generation - Stu’s best advice to create a...

In this little snippet of an episode Nick shares some exciting news on how our podcast will look and feel into the future. WE ARE BACK!!!

What a crazy couple of weeks it has been. In a flash all gyms across the country have had to close their doors, with most quickly flipping their entire business model to go online. With minimal time to prepare, gyms have all set up their own unique interpretation of online training. Nick and Stu share their stories and methods as to how they managed their gym closure and what their business looks like now.

Josh from the Just Be Nice Project is an extraordinary human! He is many things but today we uncover his philosophical views on how we should be helping one another. The Just Be Nice Project redefines what it means to give back and Josh gives us a lesson on how we can effectively give back to our community and how each of us can make an actual impact. This episode shares so much light on why there is such a massive gap between people that want to help and the actual help people need. Josh is...

Sheena is a young philanthropist in the making. An avid CrossFitter with a heart of gold, Sheena is on a mission to bring the sport of weightlifting to the struggling kids of the Philippines. Many people in areas of the Philippines live without much opportunity, especially youths. Sheena started the organisation Project Philz (@projectphilz) in early 2019 with a goal to help youths not only find something to do but find purpose, support and connection within a positive community. Sheena’s...

Business masterclass and the new age of service marketing. Nick and Stu live a life full of purpose because they are driven to help people. That purpose has lead them both to create multiple business. You can't be successful at business unless you get some help along the way. This episode we chat to Matt who is the owner of a business coaching / consulting company. He has a great insight about where the fitness industry is heading and how we need to adapt in the future. We go back to our...

On this day one year ago, Sean Bell was 31 marathons in on his mission towards achieving 50 marathons in 50 days straight. His outstanding effort wasn’t for him, it was for the memory of his good mate Joey, who passed away suddenly in his sleep. Sean’s story is incredible and inspiring. With such a wise head on his young shoulders, even the oldest listener will take something from the way Sean views the world. To follow along to Sean’s journey and all his upcoming events, click here:...

Do you struggle with motivation or find it really hard to stick to a plan? Stu talks about how shifting our mindset and viewing the world differently can have a massive impact on achieving your goals. Topics: Motivation Mental toughness Dealing with struggle and adversity Control the Controllable's Fixed vs Growth Mindset Setting a Goal

If there was one single podcast episode to listen to from 2019. If you’ve never listened to a podcast and need somewhere to start. If you want to cap off 2019 the right way, or kick off your 2020 with a bang... This is the episode. Back in March, Martin of The Resilience Project blew our socks off with his incredible storytelling and his compelling messages of gratitude, empathy and mindfulness. Nick and Stu left that chat as better people, and the many many people that have reached out to...

Claire Ashman spent the first 36 years of her life in two different strict religious movements. After defying her husband, the cult “leader” and the entire group by asking too many questions, Claire and her family found themselves evicted from the infamous ‘Order of St Charbel’ religious group. Claire takes us through the whole roller coaster journey, going deep on what goes on in religious cults and how ‘leaders’ manage to convince people of their power and trust their guidance. The most...

The 'It's Okay, Not to Be Okay' movement is rapidly growing into a leading mental health foundation in Australia and across the globe. Sisters Georgia, Maddi and Hayleigh are the three minds behind the cause. In this very open and very raw episode, the girls bravely share their tragic story which led to the creation of this movement. The girls share all of their knowledge and experience in the mental health space, including discussing techniques and methods for overcoming depression and...

The story of how little Everlie came into this world is not unique and beautiful, but one full of lessons in relationships and communication. To have a baby through surrogacy, it takes a little more than just finding a host and 3..2..1 let's go! The social and emotional logistics are vital for a successful surrogacy. David and Lauryn Jordan share all of their wisdom and insight into how not just 2, but 4 people must communicate and work together with complete and raw honesty and...

Today we talk to Sexologist (yes that is a real thing), Lauren White. Lauren's job is to open up the conversation and help women find or reclaim their libido. She is a qualified counselor, sexologist and often features as the resident expert on Triple J's The Hookup. We get into all areas about sexual health and wellbeing and discover why someone may need to reach out for sex therapy. Yet again Stu and Nick delve into a world that might seem a little uncomfortable for two regular blokes. We...

Two years ago, Brendan Saker dropped a barbell right into the middle of his back. Immediately losing all feeling in his legs it was pretty clear that his life was about to change. Brendan’s amazing story of coming out the other side of a serious spinal injury in a better place than beforehand is inspirational. How does someone achieve such after what could have been a turning point for the worst?

Get a look into a new seminar developed by Stu, presented to Nick's gym, Renegade. What do you do when you are faced with problems? Do you shudder and hide away in fear? Do you give up and try again later when the obstacle has faded? Are road blocks standing in your pathway to success every damn time?? Stu puts a spin on 'problems' and how problems can not only be overcome, but used as tools and fuel for success and opportunity.