The Expansive

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 Hello! Please like and subscribe to our channel and leave us a comment! We love hearing from our listeners and we thank you for being apart of our community! Socials:Instagram: @theexpansivepodcastX: @theexpansivepodLinkedin: The Expansive PodcastTik Tok: theexpansivepodcast      

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 Hello! Please like and subscribe to our channel and leave us a comment! We love hearing from our listeners and we thank you for being apart of our community! Socials:Instagram: @theexpansivepodcastX: @theexpansivepodLinkedin: The Expansive PodcastTik Tok: theexpansivepodcast      

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 Hello! Please like and subscribe to our channel and leave us a comment! We love hearing from our listeners and we thank you for being apart of our community! Socials:Instagram: @theexpansivepodcastX: @theexpansivepodLinkedin: The Expansive PodcastTik Tok: theexpansivepodcast      

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 Hello! Please like and subscribe to our channel and leave us a comment! We love hearing from our listeners and we thank you for being apart of our community! Socials:Instagram: @theexpansivepodcastX: @theexpansivepodLinkedin: The Expansive PodcastTik Tok: theexpansivepodcast      

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. Hello! Please like and subscribe to our channel and leave us a comment! We love hearing from our listeners and we thank you for being apart of our community! Socials:Instagram: @theexpansivepodcastX: @theexpansivepodLinkedin: The Expansive PodcastTik Tok: theexpansivepodcast      

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. Hello! Please like and subscribe to our channel and leave us a comment! We love hearing from our listeners and we thank you for being apart of our community! Socials:Instagram: @theexpansivepodcastX: @theexpansivepodLinkedin: The Expansive PodcastTik Tok: theexpansivepodcast      

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 "accretion" and its significance in personal and professional growth. They explore the tendency to seek shortcuts to success and the frustration that arises from this mindset. Erik emphasize the importance of recognizing the value of accumulated small decisions and actions over time, which ultimately shape one's life, business, and relationships. They draw insights from historical examples, such as the race to the South Pole and the contrasting strategies of Robert Scott and Roald Amundsen. The discussion highlights the difference between maximum speed and maximum sustainable pace, emphasizing the need for intentional and consistent progress rather than burnout-inducing intensity. John and Erik reflect on their own practices and adjustments in light of the concept of accretion, emphasizing the importance of relaxation, patience, and elegant ambition. They also stress the need to be intentional in selecting the right actions and behaviors to accumulate over time. The episode concludes with key takeaways, including being patient, reflecting on weekly achievements, and avoiding interruptions to the process of accretion.Get social and follow us on LINKEDIN, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK and YOUTUBE. Hello! Please like and subscribe to our channel and leave us a comment! We love hearing from our listeners and we thank you for being apart of our community! Socials:Instagram: @theexpansivepodcastX: @theexpansivepodLinkedin: The Expansive PodcastTik Tok: theexpansivepodcast      

In this episode, producer Sean Loots has selected a moment from a previous episode where John Sanei shares quickfire tips with Erik Kruger on how to be excellent. The aim with The Expansive Moment is to provide valuable insights in 15 minutes or less. Delayed gratification Go the extra mile Decluttering Full episode: How To Be Excellent Get social and follow us on LINKEDIN, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK and YOUTUBE. Hello! Please like and subscribe to our channel and leave us a comment! We love hearing from our listeners and we thank you for being apart of our community! Socials:Instagram: @theexpansivepodcastX: @theexpansivepodLinkedin: The Expansive PodcastTik Tok: theexpansivepodcast      

John Sanei has just finished his 10th 7-day meditation retreat in Cancun, Mexico with Dr Joe Dispenza.In this episode, Erik Kruger and John Sanei dive into the teachings of Dr. Joe Dispenza and explore the concept of personal reality. They discuss how our personality shapes our reality, the power of rewiring our brains, and the importance of taking responsibility for our thoughts, actions, and feelings.They challenge the traditional notions of psychology and highlight the need for hardware upgrades in our lives.By becoming nobody, nowhere, in no time, they explain how we can tap into our subconscious and create the world we desire. The episode also touches on topics such as scar tissue of the personality, the introspection fallacy, and the misunderstood concept of the law of attraction. Throughout the conversation, Erik and John share their personal insights and reflections on their own journeys of self-discovery and growth.Key Takeaways: Your personality creates your personal reality Understanding the components of personality: thoughts, actions, and feelings The power of rewiring the brain and challenging entrenched patterns The addictive nature of living a life you don't enjoy Taking responsibility for your own life and self-transformation Exploring the concept of scar tissue in personality development The introspection fallacy and the need for external input Tools for going deeper: psychedelics, meditation, and self-reflection Embracing the concept of allowing rather than striving in the law of attraction The significance of liberation in elevating oneself The transformative effects of meditation on microbiome and overall well-being Get social and follow us on LINKEDIN, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK and YOUTUBE. Hello! Please like and subscribe to our channel and leave us a comment! We love hearing from our listeners and we thank you for being apart of our community! Socials:Instagram: @theexpansivepodcastX: @theexpansivepodLinkedin: The Expansive PodcastTik Tok: theexpansivepodcast      

In this episode, producer Sean Loots shares a moment from a previous episode where Erik Kruger unpacks the 3 core beliefs that lead us to collaborate too quickly with John Sanei.The aim with The Expansive Moment is to provide valuable insights in 10 minutes or less. First belief - My desire to help others makes me an easy outlet for collaborative requests. Second belief - My need for accomplishments. Third belief - My need to hold onto things and not delegate. Full episode: Quiet Thriving? When NOT to collaborate plus advice on multidimensional business expansion.Message Us : https://podinbox.com/TheExpansivePodcast Get social and follow us on LINKEDIN, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK and YOUTUBE. Hello! Please like and subscribe to our channel and leave us a comment! We love hearing from our listeners and we thank you for being apart of our community! Socials:Instagram: @theexpansivepodcastX: @theexpansivepodLinkedin: The Expansive PodcastTik Tok: theexpansivepodcast