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Welcome to Midlife Unfiltered, a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me, as we live the lives we want in midlife and beyond. Co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb are here to make some noise, say hell no to outdated stereotypes, and hell yes to living life on our terms.
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Step into the world of NZ Business Owners, where we explore the complexities of life and entrepreneurship in New Zealand. From the deep-seated beliefs and values that guide these entrepreneurs to the strategies they use to navigate the twists and turns of success, we dive into the depths of the human experience. Whether you're interested in business, personal growth, or just curious about what it takes to succeed, join us on this journey of self-discovery and explore the many facets of the h ...
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Podcast guest Jacques Van Heerden: https://newma.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 The Power of Podcasts for Business Networking and Prospecting 08:14 Building Trust and Increasing Conversion Rates with Video Content 13:49 Understanding Client Motivations for Getting Insurance 26:56 The Importance of Diversity in Successful Partnerships 28:43 The Importance of…
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Podcast guest Tony Hall: financingfutures.co.nzChapters 00:00 Running Two Businesses in Different Countries 04:40 Success in the Mortgage Lending Industry 08:49 Marketing and Staffing Considerations 11:59 Maximizing Loan Approvals and Client Satisfaction 14:27 The Importance of Getting Deals Done 20:57 The Benefits of Hiring and Training Young Peop…
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Podcast guest Bruce Cortesi: https://planwise.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Bringing Back the Passion: Providing Good Outcomes in the Financial Services Industry 08:10 The Importance of Building Relationships in the Advisor-Client Dynamic 14:11 Critiquing the Focus on Regulations and Transaction-Based Approaches 18:17 Addressing the Lack of Support for Adv…
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Podcast guest Mark Scown: https://markscown.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Fixing Trauma Cover Premiums 01:46 The Benefits of Level Premiums 04:35 The Need for Life Insurance as You Get Older 08:00 Structuring Life Cover for Different Life Stages 11:33 The Future of Insurance Companies and Cover 14:51 The Limited Availability of Level Trauma C…
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Joy. Do you feel joy in your day to day? Or is it an idea that you can’t quite wrap your fingers around to claim for yourself? Is it even what you think it is? Let’s find out. Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb as …
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Podcast guest Darren Butter: https://www.kaurifinancial.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Marketing and Lead Generation in Financial Advising 03:49 Building Relationships and Leveraging Referrals 06:22 The Comprehensive Approach to Financial Advice 14:03 Using Google Ads for Targeted Lead Generation 34:25 The Evolution of SEO and the Importance of Valuable Conten…
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Podcast guest Joel Mclachlan: https://advicekiwi.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Being an Introvert in Sales 04:46 Creating Tangibility in Sales 06:52 Dealing with Rejection and Building Relationships 08:56 The Value of Referrals 15:36 The Effectiveness of In-Person Meetings 28:50 Setting Boundaries and Creating Urgency 31:57 Building Trust and Receiving Ref…
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Podcast guest Upmeet Sodhi: mutuals.co.nz Chapters 00:00 Waking Up Early and Establishing a Routine 06:57 The Importance of Getting Enough Sleep 09:11 The Impact of Economic Policies 14:50 The Role of Education in Understanding Economics 20:30 The Importance of Discipline and Prioritization 26:21 Prioritizing Existing Clients for Business Success 2…
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Podcast guest Anita Ferris: https://www.parachute-insurance.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Anita's Background 00:32 Swiss Banking and Neutrality 06:53 Anita's Travels in China 16:19 Anita's Leadership Style 24:07 Incentivizing and Appreciating the Right Behaviors 25:21 Hiring for Attitude and Passion 26:55 The Importance of Information and …
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Grief - it’s more than dealing with the death of someone we love. And, it’s yet another place we often fear to tread. So, let’s go there. Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb as they explore the landscape of grief in…
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Podcast guest Anthea Livingstone Chapters 00:00 Starting and Running Party Plan Businesses 06:42 The Transferable Skills of Motherhood 15:53 Challenges in the Share Market 23:46 Navigating Financial Crises and Risk Management 25:38 Lessons Learned from a Failed Business Partnership 30:47 Building Relationships and Using Storytelling in Insurance Sa…
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Podcast guest Kimberley Stevenson: https://www.storygroup.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Building a Supportive Team 02:30 Delegation and Trust 08:38 Balancing Work and Family 13:40 Organic Referrals 29:19 Mastering Phone Calls and Prioritization 30:16 The Importance of Admin Time 34:42 Speed to Response in Customer Service 37:45 Keeping Clients Informed Dur…
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Podcast guest Racquel Sheath: https://www.efsnz.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the Role of Group Messaging and Videos 02:13 Increasing Show-Up Rates and the Importance of Speed to Context 07:03 Reaching Out to Existing Clients and Effective Communication 10:04 Providing Value Beyond Insurance and Balancing Upselling 21:45 Building Trust and…
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Podcast guest Jason Shortt: https://www.yourinsuranceadviser.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Transitioning from Personal Training to Insurance: A Journey of Change 03:20 Client Retention and Sales Strategies in Personal Training 05:15 The Role of Diet and Lifestyle in Fitness and Health 29:36 Effective Sales Strategies and Customer Engagement 35:06 Challenge…
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Podcast Guest Julia Vahry: vahry.co.nzChapters 00:00 The Art of Acting and Self-Discovery 04:23 Exploring Human Behavior and Confronting Good and Evil 07:28 Maintaining Humanity in the Face of Evil 27:02 Navigating Challenges in Mental Health Services and Community Safety 29:10 Challenges in the Criminal Justice System 31:45 The Importance of Empat…
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Podcast guest Craig Kura: https://totallife.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Accidental Panel Beating: A Start to Life 03:31 Transition to Sales: From Panel Beating to Used Car Sales 07:15 Insights into Car Sales: The Art of Selling Cars 11:03 Role in Automotive Industry: General Manager and Dealer Principal 15:28 Facilitating Relationships in Financial Advis…
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What would it be like to have an end of life doula by your side as you faced your own mortality? Yep … we’re going deeper into our conversation around death. Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb as they chat with the…
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Podcast guest Dominic Bish: https://bolsterriskmanagement.com/ Chapters 00:00 The Decision to Pivot: Embracing New Opportunities 03:28 The Power of Patience, Persistence, and Flexibility in Entrepreneurship 08:16 Meditation: Enhancing Focus and Decision-Making 12:44 Embracing Challenges for Personal Growth and Success 26:16 The Importance of the Jo…
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Podcast guest Andrew Ball: https://easeinsurance.co.nz/Chapters 00:00 Starting a Business and the Challenges Faced 06:10 Lessons Learned from a Failed Franchise Experience 13:44 The Emotional Drivers of Insurance Purchases 21:37 Viewing Insurance as an Investment in Financial Protection 25:03 Building Relationships and Staying Top of Mind with Clie…
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Podcast guest Darshan Basavaraja: ⁠https://www.arcadiafinancial.co.nz/⁠ Chapters 00:00 Starting a Business: Challenges and Risks 03:01 Perseverance and Adaptability in Entrepreneurship 09:53 The Art of Cold Calling: Connecting Emotionally 35:51 The Power of Mirroring and Mimicking 37:26 The Role of Tonality and Framing 40:38 Addressing Awkward Situ…
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Podcast guest Steve Maley https://trinityinsurance.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:52 Selling Door-to-Door Insurance: Building Trust and Addressing Concerns 07:41 Overcoming Misconceptions: Educating Clients about Insurance 11:34 The Value of Insurance: Personal Stories and Examples 14:58 Listening to Clients: Focusing on Needs…
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Podcast Guest Michelle De Wet: https://allcover.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Impressive Lies in Sales 02:04 Handling Objections and Validating Clients 04:12 Strategies for Cold Calling and Persistence 06:31 Selling Insurance as a Service, Not Just a Product 10:43 Using Situational Openers and Overcoming Resistance 13:26 Consistency and Bu…
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Podcast guest Paul Burns: https://burnsgroup.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 The Power of Forgiveness 06:00 Finding Inspiration in Religion 29:21 Acknowledging the Moral Law and Denying God 32:11 Starting with the Why: Navigating Resistance in Sales 35:49 Prioritizing the Relationship over the Sale 43:01 Delivering Peace of Mind in the Insurance Profession 4…
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Podcast guest Nin Giles: https://www.adelphiinsurance.nz/Chapters00:00 Nina Giles' Background in Biology and Science03:26 Exploring Oxidative Stress and Cancer05:58 Different Treatments for Cancer11:44 Understanding Cancer and its Challenges20:42 Creating a Healthy Environment for Cell Health23:12 The Importance of Health Insurance and Coverage for…
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Death. We don’t talk about it, but why? It’s the one guarantee for all of us in life, so why don’t we go there? Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb as they tread where so many are unwilling to go. You will hear: > W…
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Podcast guest Duncan Wait: https://standaloneinsurance.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Duncan's Journey on the Carnivore Diet 02:11 Intermittent Fasting and the Simplicity of the Carnivore Diet 04:45 Improvements in Weight, Arthritis, Asthma, and Psoriasis 10:24 Finding a Sustainable Way of Eating 27:55 The Impact of Sugar on Health 29:33 The Dangers of Process…
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Podcast guest Mitch van der Weert: https://9yardsfs.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Networking Opportunities and Sponsorship 05:07 The Power of Follow-Up 08:11 Building Relationships with Referral Sources 14:08 Creating Urgency and Adding Value 22:23 Expanding the Network and Adding Value 26:06 Refining Processes and Leveraging Technology 27:39 The Role of K…
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Podcast Guest Bryan Tucker: https://www.decline.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Bryan Tucker's Role as an Insurance Advisor 07:27 The Advantage of Not Hiring a Lawyer 28:52 Unethical Practices by Banks and the Importance of Disclosure 35:58 Building Relationships with Large Organizations for Regular Referrals…
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Podcast Guest Jeremy Goodman: https://portfoliopartnersnz.co.nz/Chapters 00:00 Starting a Business and Passion for Golf 07:06 Finding Motivation in Personal Goals and Making a Difference 37:00 Navigating the Challenges of Parenting 43:37 Defining Success: Aligning Public and Private Persona
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Podcast Guest, Shaun Vining: https://www.rmafinancial.co.nz/team/shaun-vining/ Chapters 00:00 From Weather to Fame: Light-hearted Beginnings 07:54 Critical Thinking: Encouraging Independent Thought 16:09 The Existence of Cruelty: Human Nature and Choices 31:47 Imperfect People Used for a Greater Purpose 51:29 Tall Poppy Syndrome: Pulling Down Those…
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How do you make space to do the inner work that really matters? Especially when life is full and even chaotic? Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb along with their special guests, Alex Hanlon and Cat Matson, as they…
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Curiosity. You might have heard that it killed the cat … but the truth is that curiosity can truly expand your life, your perspectives and your capacity to meet yourself with love and compassion. Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachla…
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Shame. The expectations we place on ourselves and that the world imposes. How do we navigate these while simultaneously getting closer to our own authenticity and who we truly desire to be? Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and …
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Future you: who is she, what does she want, and what outdated beliefs is she dismantling about what it means to be a woman in midlife and beyond? Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb as we delve into exploring ‘futur…
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Podcast guest Brad Macdonald: https://macdonaldwealth.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Discussion of Natural Disaster Challenges 08:32 Managing Business Continuity and Client Needs 14:41 Property Investment and Liquidity Considerations 37:50 Effective Marketing Strategies for Financial Advisors…
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Podcast guest with https://tmxadvice.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 The Million Dollar Roundtable and Advisor Success 06:48 Continuous Self-Assessment and Improvement as an Advisor 38:20 The Emotional Aspect of Being an Insurance Advisor 45:02 Balancing Sales Skills and Articulation in the Insurance Industry 53:38 Enhancing Motivation by Starting with Easy …
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Welcome to midlife unfiltered, a podcast about unapologetically embracing the season of me. As we live the lives we want in midlife and beyond. I'm Anita McLaughlin. I'm Erica Webb. We're here to make some noise, say hell no to outdated stereotypes, and hell yes to living life on our terms. We’re kicking off Season 1 by diving into the important (s…
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Podcast Guest Brenda Nom: https://www.brendanom.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Brenda's Life 08:29 Navigating the Mortgage Process 26:58 Striving for Excellence in Business 36:45 The Value of Personal Connections in the Insurance Industry 48:56 Providing Ongoing Support During Claims
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Podcast Guest Lachie Marshall: https://www.kaurifs.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 The Passion and Skills of Water Polo 07:42 Managing Stress through Exercise and Communication 11:24 The Impact of Technology on Interpersonal Relationships 22:42 Starting a Business and the Importance of Mortgages 30:05 Addressing the Housing Crisis in New Zealand 39:33 Planni…
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Podcast Guest John White: https://www.ohagans.net.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Unpacking the Effects of Caffeine and Energy Management 08:10 Finding Healthy Outlets for Anger 15:40 The Influence of Upbringing on Behavior 33:27 Embracing Generational Differences 42:12 First-Hand Holding Experiences 48:12 The Wisdom of Confucius…
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Podcast Guest Nicki Kane https://planningpros.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Attracting Attention at Trade Shows 07:09 Mental Health in the Beauty Industry and Isolated Farming Communities 12:50 The Impact of Marketing on Self-Worth 25:54 Providing Knowledge and Understanding in the Insurance Industry
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Podcast Guest Matt Golding: https://www.futurewealth.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Matt's Passion for Golf 01:19 Improving Performance in Golf: Pressure and Experience 07:45 Money and Choices: The Value of Financial Responsibility 13:37 Faith and Love: Connecting with a Higher Power 32:40 The Evolution of Friendships as We Age 34:38 Navigatin…
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Podcast Guest Dan Murphy: https://insurancelinkotago.co.nz/about/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and First Experiences on Radio 02:06 Overcoming Fear and the Thrill of Radio 03:10 The Goal of Radio Content and the Sausage Factory 04:59 Understanding the Audience and Creating Good Radio 07:59 Segmenting Radio Stations and the Challenges of Advertising …
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