Best Ruok Podcasts (2026)

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Dale & Kyle: Where Are They Now? Reunion Episode 1:01:26

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1+ y ago1:01:26

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Join hosts Dale and Kyle as they reunite to delve into their personal and professional growth post-hiatus, impacted by COVID-19. From promoting wellness through play to reengaging with self-trust and community, they emphasize fun, presence, and community connection. They chat about podcasting experiences, juggling multiple projects, leveraging AI t…

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Ep 14. It’s Christmas: ‘Don’t throw me in the Briar Patch!’ 48:16

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Imy & Gerri review the year that was with mixed results. Imy is unhappy. Gerri is encouraged. Christmas is a time of exhaustion and aspirational Self Reflection. How did we go? Did we cover everything that was and was not - discussed? Was something important missed? The clashing between Counselling and Clinical Psychology reaches an inevitable clim…

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Ep 13. The Finger of Blame turns upon itself 56:05

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Gerri wants to continue on with GLOP’s investigation of difficult themes and bravely introduces the topic of ‘treatment failures’. This intrepid investigation is introduced with all the crowd pleasing nuance of humility disguised as confidence winked at with a confusing double signal pointing to the protective, reassuring, cloaking presence of a “w…

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Ep 12. Shadow? What Shadow? It’s always noon where I am. 1:00:08

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GLOP find themselves staring in to a familiar abyss, the doledrums of long haul practice and its concomitant demands. Gerri wants to mess about with the existential angst Psychologists encounter at different stages of their working life, particularly the later stage. She has not broken with tradition and has constructed a model to try and clear up …

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How Are You Uniquely Designed? 35:46

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What is the best way for you to use your energy? How should you make important decisions? It turns out, it might be different for each person. Dale and I are big fans of learning about things outside of our industry and what we do day to day. You never know how these lines of curiosity will end up improving your skills or help with making connectio…

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Ep 11. The ‘Half Arsed’ Check In - RUOK? 53:05

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Gerri wants to discuss using that loaded question “RUOK?” She is not happy with the insincere form or the “half arsed check in”. Continuing on with GLOP’s ‘Working Girl’ analogy, Gerri compares the variation of RUOK? Check Ins across ‘Multiple Madams’ and agencies where she “turns tricks”. Shadows of declining coping in response to the Lockdowns an…

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Discounting Your Prices 31:17

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In today’s episode we’re talking about discounting your prices. Should you do it? And if so how? We're approaching the biggest sale day of the year. So big that it's spread from it's originating country and is now being observed by retailers around the world. I'm of course talking about Black Friday (and Cyber Monday). Dale and I discuss when you s…

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Ep 10. It is never about the ‘Washing Up’ 53:01

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Gerri has been to an ‘Eating Disorders Conference’ and is left wondering if the Conference tag line was sincere. Accreditation confirming the skill set requirement to work with ‘eating disorders’ is discussed and examined in terms of its symbolic meaning as a possible antidote to a wobbly personal identity. The current demand in Australia for menta…

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Creative Avoidance 25:14

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In today's episode we're talking about stress, uncertainty and the ways we avoid it. (You may notice a new show format: We're shedding the 'business' style podcast name so we can get more personal. We hope these conversations between two father, business men and friends are valuable in your own lives as a parent, business owner and human being.) Da…

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Ep 9. “Is daydreaming or having an imaginary persona healthy?” 56:36

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Gerri’s alter ego Aidan is discussed through the lens of clinical appraisal. No stone is left unturned. Imy wends her way around to piping up about the benefits of person centered care as opposed to a problem centered approach. Gerri is left unconvinced and presents a welterweight of evidence on MD, which we understand does not mean Major Depressio…

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Ep 8. “When is a cliché the right thing to say?” 53:59

4+ y ago53:59

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‘Cliches’ in practice are bothering Gerri and the issue of the sometimes needed and even authentic use of cliché is considered and embedded within the context of safety at work. The much needed but not always considered safety for the practitioner hovers around the edge of the discussion like Banquo’s ghost. Not being exactly on the same page, Imy …

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4 Ways To Check In With Your Friends & Colleagues (RUOK?) 22:37

4+ y ago22:37

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In today's episode we've been inspired by R U OK? Day to talk about how we check-in with our friends. (You may notice a new show format: We're shedding the 'business' style podcast name so we can get more personal. We hope these conversations between two father, business men and friends are valuable in your own lives as a parent, business owner and…

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R U OK?Day 2021 - Are they really OK? Ask them today 54:50

4+ y ago54:50

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When it comes to our friends, family and loved ones, do we know how they're really going? As close as we might be, sometimes it's hard to tell. In this bonus episode of 'We need to talk'. We explore the 2021 R U OK?Day message: Are they really OK? Ask them today. We chat about when and how to ask "are you OK?" and how to make it a part of your ever…

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Ep 7. “Are Books better ‘low rent’ friends?” 54:54

4+ y ago54:54

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Gerri begins with an impressive middle-of-the-road laundry list of “professional reading”. Or atleast, that is what we are calling it as far as Gerri’s tax accountant is concerned. A visual inspection of the data is suggestive of an immediate fool proof cure for insomnia. However a closer ‘under the hood’ examination revealed, as per usual, deeper …

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How To Sell If You Hate Selling 30:58

4+ y ago30:58

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Selling is merely helping someone change their point of view. From convincing your partner that there is a right way to stack the dishwasher to selling what you do to your potential customers. One way leads to an argument or flat our dismissal, the other way leads to them seeing your point of view. The key is starting with understanding that person…

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Ep 6. “Is my Professional Willy as big as yours? 50:25

4+ y ago50:25

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Gerri revisits the delight and self assurance she derives from wearing articles of Uniqlo. Imy insists on a deeper examination of the phenomenon and the issue of group membership as an aspect of identity. Specifically as it relates to the challenges of dealing with colleagues and juggling the role of “Psychologist” with the many other roles vying a…

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Leading By Giving 39:42

4+ y ago39:42

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Having known Dale for some time I've been struck by his ability to not only move through challenging times, but also be a beacon to of support and understanding to those around him. Whenever we talk about it one book often comes up: The Go-Giver. Struggling with the current lockdown I bought myself a copy on a whim and read it that week (it's nice …

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Ep 5. “Blood Feuds: Is Justice ever done?” 49:27

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Imy discloses a legacy issue from her distant past that is as yet unresolved. GLOP consider the variety of legitimate and otherwise responses to the dilemma of ‘injustice’ when it arrives in the therapy room. The need for therapeutic support being a close colleague of injustice in all its forms. The phenomenon of the abuse of power by those we are …

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The One Killer Productivity App 23:04

4+ y ago23:04

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We can accomplish much more than we think in a year. And much less than we think in a day. Recently Kyle heard Charles Duhigg say this on a podcast: Throughout history, there’s only been one killer productivity app, and it is, thinking more deeply, training ourselves to think more deeply about the choices that we are making, to make sure that what …

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What if extra support is needed? 43:13

4+ y ago43:13

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In this episode of 'We need to talk'. We tackle the big question of "what if extra support is needed?" We discuss what getting help and support might look like and how can we stand alongside our friends and loved ones as they try to find what works for them.By R U OK?

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What if the cause is beyond their control? 37:25

4+ y ago37:25

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Life can be challenging and on top of the usual pressures people who are LGBTIQ+ might be subject to minority stress, prejudice, discrimination, violence and abuse. While most LGBTIQ+ people lead healthy and happy lives, the impact of stigma and discrimination is that LGBTIQ+ people are more likely to experience depression and anxiety and be at ris…

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The Secret? It's Experiments 23:30

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Ever look at someone else's business and think: 'Wow, they get so much done!' What you're probably seeing is the result of lots of tiny experiments. Experiments help us discover if there is a need for our idea. Some work out and some fail. By making them a habit we can stave off stagnating or losing too much when one thing fails. This week on Lead …

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Ep 4. “Travelling South – does going forward mean sometimes looking back?” 51:51

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Gerri is troubled by running in to people from her past compromising the comfortable anonymity she enjoys in her Secret City. Imy reveals multiple awkward moments at BBQs in her Secret City and how she invoked vegetarianism and being “weird” as a sort of one size fits all talisman warding off the horror of social situations rendering them harmless.…

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How To Run Fun Workshops For A Living 33:24

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In this episode I find out how Dale managed to go from teacher and PT to a full-time speaker and presenter. As Dale mentions early on, getting into that line of work is 'not for the faint hearted'. Luckily, Dale shares with us what he learned along the way from doing workshops for free to five-figure bookings. Non-Sponsors: We avoid using ads on Le…

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Ep. 3: What is the Deeper Meaning of “Nude Work”? 54:59

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Gerri is feeling a bit flat and discusses how her beloved cat Tiger copes with this by eating ‘sometimes’ food. Tiger is temporarily borrowed as a transitional object. Imy has had a big week and reflects on her coping strategies additional to reaching for ‘sometimes’ food. Naughty food available in both Secret Cities is discussed. Gerri reflects on…

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Why Am I Feeling Anxious? 34:40

4+ y ago34:40

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Do you suffer from anxiety? Or are you someone who doesn't? Either way we hope this episode will help you understand your anxiety or that of those around you better. In this episode Kyle talks about the severe anxiety he experienced around a recent trip. Over the course of his conversation with Dale (and Dale listening and asking good questions) yo…

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Lovingly Leading Trusting Communities & Teams - Andrea Hayes 41:41

4+ y ago41:41

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This week on Lead Your Tribe, Kyle Wood interviews Andrea Hayes! Andrea is the Managing Partner at Change Maker Academy, working alongside Dr. Berardi to help change makers turn their passion for health & fitness into a powerful purpose and a wildly successful career. She’s also the Program Manager at the University of Victoria’s Innovation Centre,…

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Ep. 2: “The Blight of the Baby Boomer: does lockdown provide the answer?” 53:56

4+ y ago53:56

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Gerri is troubled by her ‘Clinical Psychologist’ identity receding when her Baby Boomer parents come to visit and she is compelled to take a Stay-Cation in her Secret City. The intergeneration conflict between perceptual biases of Baby Boomers and Gen X is explored and examined using primarily self report, generalisations and extrapolated viewpoint…

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Dealing With Disappointment 31:16

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What happens when we try to do something that’s outside our comfort zone? Inevitably, there will be moments of failure. Things outside of our control will happen. And we’ll have to deal with the disappointment. What’s in our control is how we deal with it. Dale and Kyle share how they’ve dealt with recent disappointments and moved on from them. Fro…

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Ep. 1: "To practice or not to practice: what has Jordan Peterson got to do with it?” 44:05

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Gerri & Imy begin by trying to uncover what motivates them to practice psychology and be a Psychologist. They both miss Oprah and ponder what it means do be “doing well” in the field. Themes of “being appreciated or not”, Jordan Peterson and the dominance/competence hierarchy, Psychology as largely a female dominated field, gossip in professional c…

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The Power of Making Connecting a Priority 36:41

4+ y ago36:41

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Show Notes: Questions we cover in this week's episode: Is connecting on social media the same as connecting offline? What benefit am I getting from social media? How can I be more purposeful? What about a daily phone call instead of a daily post? What are some ways to connect offline? How to set up a ‘connection exchange’. Is time spent connecting …

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Am I doing this right? 29:54

4+ y ago29:54

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You're worried about someone and want to reach out to them and ask, "are you OK?". But you don't want to say the wrong thing or make it worse for them. It's normal to feel a bit worried or uncomfortable about asking someone how they're going. That's why in this episode we'll be answering the question "Am I doing this right?" by looking at how you c…

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What Drives You (When Things Get Tough?) 28:13

4+ y ago28:13

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Last week we talked a lot about adversity so this week it felt natural to continue that conversation on and talk about drive. Drive. Willpower. Motivation. Gumption. That thing that helps us achieve big goals and ride through the tough times. Here are some of the questions we cover in this episode: What drives us? How can I get motivated? What’s th…

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Turning Hostility Into Connection (A True Story) 34:33

4+ y ago34:33

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A quick announcement: Dale’s new book All Work No Play: A Surprising Guide to Feeling More Mindful, Grateful and Cheerful is now out. Keep an eye out for it in your local bookstore or online. We touch on the vulnerability of writing a book and putting something permanent out there and then I dive into some surprising things I learned about Dale whi…

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Work Boundaries 48:00

4+ y ago48:00

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In today's episode of Lead Your Tribe we talk about boundaries. As trainers we're often the type of people who give a lot of ourselves to others. Because of that it can be hard to create a work schedule that suits our needs. We talk about the power of saying no and using boundaries as an opportunity to listen and learn. We also talk about working o…

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Let's talk about trust, baby 28:40

4+ y ago28:40

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Trust is about more than words. It's about what you do, and don't do, and it goes well beyond that one moment when you ask if someone is OK. In this episode our host Ruby Mountford will be discussing what to do before, during and after an R U OK? conversation to create a sense of trust. Because without trust, it's hard for people to open up and sha…

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The Signs 29:59

5y ago29:59

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While the signs someone's struggling can be subtle, there are things you can look out for that can indicate when someone needs your support. In this episode we discuss the signs it might be time to ask R U OK? - the changes in what someone's saying or doing and what might be going on in their life or the broader community that could mean it's time …

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You're not alone 22:30

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There's a moment where your brain lights up when you realise someone gets it. That what we're experiencing and feeling about life, attraction, gender, sexuality isn't something we have to face or deal with alone. But this only happens when there's real authentic connection. In this episode we explore what that looks like, how it makes a difference …

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How To Decide Which Ideas Are Worth Doing This Year 19:33

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With so many ideas and opportunities available to you, it can be overwhelming and difficult to know which one's to put your precious time into. In this episode we show you a simple way to get focused. If you’re just joining us in this 3-part series on reviewing your year and planning this year, pop back to part 1: how to do a yearly review that roc…

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How To Do A Yearly Review That Rocks 18:20

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Welcome to the first part of our 21 Day Planning Program. Read this online. Before I get into today’s assignment (yes, there will be homework for this week) I want to give you an outline of what you can expect over the next 3 weeks. New assignments and lessons will come out every 3-4 days along with the weekly overview on the podcast. I’ve tried to…

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2020 – A Year In Review 40:03

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In this special and final episode of Lead Your Tribe, we take a moment to look back at 2020. We cover the highs and lows, bushfires and pandemics, pivoting and name changes, a TEDx talk, a book deal, celebrating milestones and how important it is to take a moment to appreciate the hard work of merely surviving this year. Stay tuned during January a…

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Dealing With Uncertainty 43:02

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Dressed in scrubs and a gown, Dale and his wife eagerly awaited the arrival of their first child. This moment was 9 months in the making and the day was finally here. Pregnancy complications meant the baby would be arriving via a scheduled C-Section. After arriving at the hospital for a morning surgery they had now been waiting for 8 hours as other…

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Jason Butty | Bootcamp To Fitness Facility To Retreats 34:29

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Welcome back to the Lead Your Tribe podcast. On today's show, I catch up with one of my good mates Jason Butty. We discuss a number of different skills and actionable techniques you can start using today to make the most out of each and every day and empower your tribe. Jason is a full-time teacher, owner of FB Fitness, part-owner of FHL Retreats a…

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Robin Legat on Roller Derby, Aging Up and Leading Athletes 1:04:49

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Robin Legat is a trainer, podcaster and coach who helps women over 40 become later in life athletes. We talk all about finding fitness in unconventional ways (Roller Derby anyone?). Plus helping others who are on the same journey as us, but just a little bit further behind. Show notes: https://leadyourtribe.co/robin-legat/…

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Kristoffer “KC” Carter on Leading In All Aspects Of Life 55:41

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We're back with a guest today on Lead Your Tribe, Kristoffer "KC" Carter of This Epic Life. In this heart-felt conversation we talk about the hecticness of parenting, meeting people at summer camps, risking get fired by starting a work newsletters, leading people in meditation, organising challenges and the different ways of being a coach. We also …

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How To Inspire Engagement In Your Community 43:08

5y ago43:08

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Apologies for missing a week. We felt we'd rather share something great than just share something for the sake of it. And great is the perfect word for this episode. Here's what we cover: Why you should measure your online success by engagement, not followers. How many and how often are people asking questions, contributing and getting involved in …

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Starting From Scratch, Culture and Growing Your Fitness Community w/ Anthony Bartolo of ACTV Strength Co. 35:01

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Growing up for Anthony Bartolo meant saying goodbye to the support and community of the team sports he played as a child. He couldn't quite find anything to replace it as an adult, so when he opened his gym ACTV Strength Co. he knew he wanted to create that same feeling of common ground and commitment for himself and his members. Dale caught up wit…

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How To Stay Motivated (& Healthy Ways To Measure Your Success) 47:50

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This incredibly timely episode is all about how we can keep showing up despite all of the setbacks this year. Many thanks to Laura Varey who prompted this episode by asking us: “Hi, Kyle and Dale, first of all I want to say thank you. I really do enjoy your podcasts and I listen to them each week. Thank you for inspiring us and being great leaders.…

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Do I Have Spinach In My Teeth? (Imposter Syndrome) 37:46

5+ y ago37:46

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In this episode we both open up on our own experiences with feeling imposter syndrome and share what steps we took to overcome and embrace it. You see, imposter syndrome is a sign that you must just be on the right track. We hope this episode inspires you to see it in a new light. Full show notes: https://leadyourtribe.co/imposter-syndrome/…

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3 Keys to Attracting Clients to Your Brand 41:52

5+ y ago41:52

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A tribe will follow a strong brand with a clear story. Here are the 3 keys we believe every brand (especially small brands) needs in order to attract followers and make an impact. Here are the 3 keys: Key 1: A Story That Resonates Key 2: A Website That’s Unique Key 3: Live Interaction Listen in to the full episode to find out: Our suggestions for h…