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From schoolyard scrapes to global rugby stardom, Drew Mitchell’s journey is packed with grit, glory, and game-changing moments. Grab a front-row seat to Drew’s on-field antics, his battles with injury, and unforgettable pitch-side stories. Today’s episode of Agency is filled with wisdom, laughs, and insights only a true rugby legend can share. Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj (00:00) The Kickoff Begins (06:20) Early Hurdles and Triumphs (12:40) Worldly Adventures Await (19:00) Culture Shock and Awe (25:20) Playing International Rugby (31:40) On-field Highlights (38:00) The Art of the Mind Game (44:20) Lessons in Humility (50:40) Scaling New Heights (57:00) Leadership Between the Lines (01:03:20) The Test of Recovery (01:09:40) Mindfulness and Balance (01:16:00) Wallabies Wisdom (01:22:20) Shift Happens: Rugby's Evolution (01:28:40) The Joys of the Tour Life (01:35:00) A New Game Plan (01:41:20) Goals Beyond the Game (01:47:40) Wisdom from Rugby (01:54:00) Reflections and Revelations (02:00:20) The Final Huddle

The beauty game has changed, and this episode is your front row seat to learning from Australia’s leading hair artist, Natalie Anne. Get an inside scoop on mastering client connections, building products that truly meet market demands, and building an unbreakable bond with your customers. Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj (00:00) Introduction (03:16) The Shift to Authentic Content Creation (05:42) Embracing Constant Change (08:18) Learning from Mistakes and Mentorship (12:20) The Importance of Real-Time Learning (15:30) Balancing Creativity and Structure (19:09) Navigating Industry Trends and Challenges (22:35) Building Genuine Customer Relationships (26:42) Event Planning and Managing Details (29:22) Social Media's Impact on Business Growth (32:47) Transparency and Behind-the-Scenes Content (36:43) Creative Collaboration and Overcoming Differences (40:18) Systematizing Creative Processes (43:51) Evolution of Beauty and Industry Standards (47:23) Tailored Client Engagement Strategies (50:28) Product Development and Market Responsiveness (53:29) Challenges of Self-Funding Business Ventures (56:19) Educational and Inspirational Initiatives (01:01:58) Importance of Team Dynamics in Success (01:05:22) Building Trust with Ethical Business Practices (01:08:18) Applying Theoretical Concepts to Practice (01:11:11) Managing Evolving Personal Brands (01:14:41) Future Directions (01:18:00) Closing Thoughts and Takeaways

Jordan Schmidt, an Australian Survivor star and the founder of Modern Mentality (where he helps young men find confidence and purpose), opens up about his time on the show. Get the inside scoop on his time in the game and discover the life-changing lessons he’s learned along the way. Including how he found his purpose on the show and how you can do the same. Warning: Graphic content is discussed throughout this episode. Viewer discretion is advised. Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj (00:00) Introduction (04:13) The Survivor Australia Journey Begins (10:46) Adapting to Change (15:31) The Importance of Teamwork (22:29) Mind and Body Connection (27:46) Strategies for Success (31:31) Emotional and Physical Resilience (36:49) Behind the Scenes of Survivor Australia (40:48) Reflecting on Survivor Australia (45:23) Navigating Personal Challenges (50:56) Motivation and Inspiration (55:03) The Role of Humor (58:13) The Power of Reflection (01:01:16) Life Lessons Learned (01:05:46) Facing Fears (01:10:23) Finding Purpose (01:13:04) Living Authentically (01:16:46) The Value of Gratitude (01:20:13) The Road to Fulfillment (01:25:01) Leadership and Influence (01:28:13) Coping with Pressure (01:31:49) The Pursuit of Happiness (01:34:16) Embracing Change (01:36:46) Final Reflections (01:39:22) Takeaways

Dan Anisse shares how merging human creativity with AI fueled Relume’s rise to unicorn status. Learn how early AI adoption, combined with proven strategies, gave them an unbeatable edge – and how AI as a “super-assistant” can drive explosive growth and next-level productivity. Discussed in detail in today’s episode of the Agency Podcast. Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj (00:00) Introduction  (03:45) Early Steps  (07:29) Building an Agency (10:01) Leveraging Insights  (13:53) Embracing Technology  (17:06) Early Adoption of AI  (20:26) Overcoming Challenges  (23:33) Insight Factory Concept  (26:46) Technology vs. Tradition (30:15) Proposal Automations (33:51) Dealing with Uncertainty  (36:06) Expanding Horizons  (39:21) AI as a Super Assistant  (42:46) Insights on Motivation  (46:15) Book Reading Strategy  (49:23) Product Development (52:21) Dealing with Nerves  (54:06) Handling Setbacks  (56:49) Building Resilience  (59:36) Merging with AI  (01:02:43) Business Philosophy  (01:05:11) Exploring the Unknown   (01:07:56) The Mantras (01:10:31) Lessons Learned  (01:13:26) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of the Agency podcast, we speak with Lachlan Rowston, one of Australia’s most well-known and respected fitness entrepreneurs, about his Gen 2 gym model, overcoming market saturation, challenging the traditional gym status quo, strategies for building a loyal client base and much more. (00:00) Intro (03:46) Gen Two Fitness (07:31) Subscription Models (12:01) Centralized Programming (16:31) Navigating Business Growth (21:31) Upfront Payments (25:46) Operating During a Pandemic (32:01) Lessons from Lockdown (35:31) Business Strategy Shifts (40:01) Systematic Community Building (44:01) Managing Client Engagement (48:01) Balancing Growth and Reflection (52:01) Mental Frameworks for Positivity (56:31) Overcoming Negative States (01:01:01) Leadership and Delegation (01:04:31) Prioritizing Non-Urgent Tasks (01:07:31) Avoiding Life Passing By (01:10:31) Work-Life Balance Challenges (01:13:01) Frameworks for Decision Making (01:16:01) Navigating Economic Uncertainty (01:18:31) Partnership Opportunities (01:21:31) Scaling into New Markets (01:24:01) Branding and Marketing (01:27:31) Future Vision and Goals (01:30:31) Conclusion and Gratitude

In this episode of Agency podcast, Jay Wright, one of Australia’s top e-commerce experts, breaks down the essentials of marketing. From quickly adapting to changing digital trends, harnessing consumer feedback for explosive growth, and strategic product development, discover the tactics he uses to help his clients more than 10x their revenue. Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj (00:00) Intro (04:45) E-Commerce Fundamentals (10:21) Overcoming Camera Shyness (15:36) Networking for Success (20:23) Leadership and Action (26:00) Building Brand Authenticity (30:16) Product Development Insights (35:34) Case Study: Scaling Success (40:24) Handling Rapid Growth (45:03) Learning from Failures (55:10) Leveraging Industry Knowledge01:00:06 Building a Strong Team (01:05:14) Marketing Strategy Evolution (01:10:23) Personal and Professional Growth (01:15:06) Vision for the Future (01:20:04) Legacy

Stand-up comedian Mark Normand is known for his sharp, punchy delivery and observational humor. He has appeared in major platforms like Conan, The Tonight Show, and The Late Show. In this episode, Mark and Dain discuss how to craft comedy materials, find your own style, handle hecklers, engage the audience, the art of improvisation, and how to continuously evolve as a comedian. Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj (00:00) Intro (03:24) The First Open Mic (04:16) Joke Writing Beginnings (04:52) First Comedy Meeting (06:01) A Troubling Comedy Debut (07:13) Gaming and Comedy Parallels (08:00) The Long Road to Mastery (10:00) Struggles and Resilience (12:00) The Transition to Professionalism (15:00) Building an Audience (17:30) Personal Success Defined (19:15) Evolution of Comedy Styles (22:00) The Comedy Process (23:30) Networking and Success (25:45) Creativity in Constraints (28:45) Independence vs. Gatekeeping (31:32) Comic Critique of Hollywood (33:45) The Rise of Podcasting (35:25) Building a Crew (36:12) The Value of Hard Work (38:10) Long-Term Struggle (39:45) Overcoming Impatience (41:30) Adjusting to New Media (43:10) Technology and Social Commentary (45:40) Comedy's Changing Landscape

In this episode of Agency, we sit down with Emily Chancellor, one of Australia’s top rugby players. A force of resilience and leadership, Emily takes us inside her journey – from the triumph of being named Rugby Australia Player of the Year to the grit required to bounce back from a torn ACL. She opens up about her time with the Wallaroos and NSW Waratahs, sharing the mental and physical battles of recovery and the critical role of mental toughness and teamwork in elite sports. This is a story of relentless pursuit, resilience, and mindset needed to dominate not only in sports but in business and life. Also streaming on YouTube, and Apple Podcasts. Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj (00:00) Intro (02:00) Overcoming Challenges (05:15) The Power of Small Wins (08:30) Balancing Positivity and Realism (12:00) Using Criticism as Motivation (15:21) Evolving Sports Landscape (19:44) Equality in Sports (23:16) The Necessity of Self-Reflection (26:46) The Obsession for Success (30:31) Accepting Criticism and Moving Forward (33:01) Personal Transformations (36:16) Building Mental Resilience (39:46) Inspirations and Role Models (43:01) Balancing Personal and Professional Life (46:31) Self-Identity in Career (49:48) Understanding Strengths and Weaknesses (52:01) Emotional Intelligence in Sports (55:19) Building a Supportive Community (58:46) Goals Beyond Sports (01:02:01) Lessons Learned from Adversity (01:05:26) Facing Gender Challenges (01:08:31) Creativity and Innovation in Training (01:12:11) Psychological Strategies for Success (01:15:31) Defying Expectations (01:19:03) Defining Personal Legacy

Today’s guest, Olivia Vivian is an Olympian, Guinness World Record holder, and the epitome of grit. Born with a hole in her diaphragm, doctors said she could never play sports again. But Olivia? She didn’t just defy the odds – she obliterated them. Through sheer dedication, relentless pursuit, and an unshakeable mental spirit, she silenced every doubter. Her story is packed with moments that will give you chills. Moments of heart-wrenching despair when she almost gave up. Moments of unbreakable strength that pushed her to keep going. And moments where she adapted, overcame, and soared above every obstacle in her path. If you’re searching for raw, unfiltered inspiration, stories of triumph over impossible odds… ones that spark to fuel your own journey, this episode is a must-watch. Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj (00:00) Intro (02:00) Building Resilience (04:15) Routine and Consistency (06:36) Growth Through Adversity (08:45) Visualization Techniques (11:00) The Role of Community (13:15) The Alter Ego Concept (15:48) Learning from External Environments (18:12) Harnessing Competitive Settings (20:47) Training and Discipline (23:18) Managing Pressure (25:30) Transformative Growth (28:00) Shifting Mindsets (31:00) Embracing Challenges (33:25) Understanding Personal Branding (35:55) Navigating Public Expectations (38:30) The Importance of Mentorship (41:00) Cultural Perspectives (43:30) Overcoming Doubts (46:06) Vision for the Future (48:30) Unlearning and Relearning (50:55) Handling Criticism (53:20) Balance Between Professional and Personal Life (55:44) Leveraging Experiences (58:07) Challenges of Public Recognition (01:00:14) The Learning Journey (01:02:30) Embracing Vulnerability (01:05:00) Building a Support Network (01:07:30) Inspiring Others (01:10:00) Concluding Thoughts

In today’s episode, Kristy talks about the value of building brands. The secret recipe every powerhouse brand uses to avoid confusion and stand out in a crowded marketplace. Kristy and Dain deep dive into the importance of crafting a brand persona and tying it together with complementary visuals and voice to evoke strong emotions in the audience.Especially at a time when every person can become an influencer, the value of branding is paramount. Learn the tricks of the trade from two masters of branding on this episode of The Agency Podcast. Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj (00:00) Intro (03:34) Understanding Branding (07:25) Art Direction & Creative Deployment (16:38) Building Systems in Business (24:01) Foundation of Support (32:11) Emotional Detachment & Client Management (41:00) The ACE Method & Client Trust (47:57) Gracious Intent in Feedback (55:12) Personal Branding & Authenticity (01:01:46) Navigating Business Challenges (01:08:18) Project Management & Team Building (01:12:06) Scaling & Delegation (01:16:01) The Power of Happiness (01:22:36) Crafting Impactful Dreams