

The Expansive
The Expansive
The Expansive podcast is all about exploring the world and our lives in a wide-ranging and expansive way, with a focus on leadership, organizations, and entrepreneurship. Each episode, join in on the banter between friends as we delve into a variety of topics, including business strategy, creative problem-solving, personal growth, and much more. Whether you're a leader in your field, an entrepreneur, or simply someone who loves to learn and grow, The Expansive has something for you. Our goal is to inspire and motivate you to think big and embrace new possibilities, both in your personal and professional life. So, join us as we engage in thought-provoking conversations and share our own unique perspectives on the world of business and leadership.
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Sep 7, 2023 • 29min
This Is What Chat GPT Doesn't Know (part 2)
Erik Kruger, a personal development expert, and John Sanei, an inspirational speaker, talk about personal and professional goals, inspiring encounters, and personal passions. They discuss the positive impact of meditation, the joy they find in walking with dogs and participating in a pedal competition, and share humorous anecdotes about sports, accidents, and hobbies.

Aug 31, 2023 • 16min
Expansive Moment: Don’t Pay Any Attention To The Critics
The hosts discuss the importance of ignoring critics and living life on purpose, using examples from artists like Seth Godin and Neil Gaiman. They also emphasize the need to accept that not everything is meant for everyone and explore the evolution of thought leaders, highlighting the importance of continuous personal growth.

Aug 28, 2023 • 46min
This Is What Chat GPT Doesn't Know
Erik Kruger and John Sanei discuss personal challenges, lessons from mentors, and what drives their passion. They delve into surrendering to life's challenges, the importance of hydration, overcoming bankruptcy and finding passion. They explore personal development through I Wasca, identifying personalities, and persevering through challenges.

Aug 17, 2023 • 17min
Expansive Moment: Where did my money go
We're back with another Moment.Producer Sean Loots has selected a moment from a previous episode where John Sanei and Erik Kruger discuss financial awareness. The aim with The Expansive Moment is to provide valuable insights in 15 minutes or less.Full episode: Understanding MoneyTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@theexpansivepodcast INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theexpansivepodcastYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd41oFjUJwPkBZZUGekqgBHfqFI0uhfXHLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/expansivepodcast
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Aug 14, 2023 • 48min
Develop a Growth Mindset with Rowan Belchers
In this episode, Erik Kruger and John Sanei get into an expansive conversation with a specialist advisor to CEOs and "people pro" Rowan BelchersThe conversation is all about that continuous alignment and integration between self and the world. This alignment, combined with a growth mindset, a strong sense of purpose, and the development of character, skill, and knowledge, can truly set someone on a path to becoming an effective and impactful leader in their own right.It really is all about evolving with the changing landscape and using your unique qualities to make a positive mark on the world around you.Rowan is the founder of Lockstep, a 15-year old leadership consultancy. Lockstep provides customised leadership solutions for global blue-chip clients. The high impact leadership solutions address specific business needs by combining a variety of practices: workshops, advisory, coaching, online learning and practical application.TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@theexpansivepodcast INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theexpansivepodcastYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd41oFjUJwPkBZZUGekqgBHfqFI0uhfXHLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/expansivepodcast
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Aug 7, 2023 • 42min
"Be intentional about it"
In this episode, Erik Kruger and John Sanei discuss the concept of living an intentional life.They explore how intentionality applies to various aspects of life, and share their personal practices in areas including business, relationships, finances, and overall health and well-being.TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@theexpansivepodcast INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theexpansivepodcastYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd41oFjUJwPkBZZUGekqgBHfqFI0uhfXHLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/expansivepodcast
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Aug 3, 2023 • 13min
Expansive Moment: The 5 Major Factors for Resilience
We're back with another Moment. Producer Sean Loots has selected a moment from a previous episode where John Sanei and Erik Kruger discuss resilience.The aim with The Expansive Moment is to provide valuable insights in 15 minutes or less.Full episode: Auto GPT and 5 Major Factors for ResilienceTIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@theexpansivepodcast INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theexpansivepodcastYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd41oFjUJwPkBZZUGekqgBHfqFI0uhfXHLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/expansivepodcast
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Jul 28, 2023 • 28min
Change your questions. Change your life.
We are nominated in TWO categories in the 2023 APVA Awards, Career and Entrepreneurship + Technology and Innovation.Please cast your votes in each category here: https://awards.apva.africa/vote-now/In this episode, John Sanei and Erik Kruger discuss the importance of asking better questions and cultivating self-awareness in a world where information is ever-present, freely available and constantly changing.The dynamic duo then explore how our focus should rather shift from knowing "what" to understanding "how" to adapt to the ever-evolving landscape.The guys then further emphasize the value of sustained effort in self-awareness and the need to start with a "fertile soil." This is to say, in order to succeed in an uncertain future, we need to be planting ideas where they will the best opportunity to grow.TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@theexpansivepodcast INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/theexpansivepodcastYOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd41oFjUJwPkBZZUGekqgBHfqFI0uhfXHLINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/expansivepodcast
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Jul 20, 2023 • 8min
Expansive Moment: How Emerging Tech Is Changing Us
We are nominated in TWO categories in the 2023 APVA Awards, Career and Entrepreneurship + Technology and Innovation.Please cast your votes in each category here: https://awards.apva.africa/vote-now/In this episode, producer Sean Loots has selected a moment from a previous episode where John Sanei and Erik Kruger discuss how emerging tech is changing the way we work. The aim with The Expansive Moment is to provide valuable insights in 15 minutes or less.Full episode: How Emerging Tech is Changing the Way We Work and Live.Get social and follow us on LINKEDIN, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK and YOUTUBE.
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Jul 18, 2023 • 39min
"You don't respect yourself enough."
We are nominated in TWO categories in the 2023 APVA Awards, Career and Entrepreneurship + Technology and Innovation.Please cast your votes in each category here: https://awards.apva.africa/vote-now/In this episode, John Sanei and Erik Kruger discuss the concept of ambition and its impact on individuals and society.They explore the societal pressure to constantly strive for excellence, the toxic nature of self-abuse disguised as professionalism, and the need to redefine ambition to find fulfillment and contentment.Main Topics Discussed Include:* The Pressure to Excel* Divine Discontentment* Chasing External Validation* The Fallacy of Traditional Ambition* Breaking Free from Survival Mode* Rethinking Potential and Identity* Respecting Yourself and the ProcessSome of the key takeaways and insights include:> Ambition should be redefined as an elegant and creative pursuit.> Respecting oneself leads to a more patient and relaxed approach.> The journey itself is the arrival, and there is no ultimate endpoint.> Avoid the trap of equating material possessions with success and happiness.> Reflect on personal cultural norms and challenge societal conditioning.> Embrace asymmetry and allocate potential points according to individual priorities.Get social and follow us on LINKEDIN, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK and YOUTUBE.
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