"Life Changers... the podcast"

In this episode I talk with Mark Bristow, otherwise known as the Financial Healer, and Mark discusses how he helps people with their financial 'nett worth,' by helping them understand their own 'self worth.' He outlines how our own life stories impact the results we get and the techniques and strategies he uses to help people create a better future for themselves.
This episode really is worth a listen even if you don't have money issues, the principles of what Mark talks about are relevant to all areas of our life and his work with people suffering from ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia, and also Anorexia is truly outstanding.
The Financial Healer

Mark Bristow’s latest book 'The Financial Healer' shows exactly how you can ‘Change Your Self Worth to Increase Your Net Worth.’

Mark noticed that there were many people who understood the mechanics of saving money and not getting into debt, but were not putting these strategies into practice.
His investigations led to the conclusion that it was people’s attitudes to money that were at the core of the problem. Mark says that many people consciously want to save money yet subconsciously they sabotage the good work that they do.

The solution is both straightforward and profound. The answer is to work on the unconscious beliefs that prevent us from accumulating money first. Once one’s ‘Inner Game’ is sorted out, the ‘Outer Game’ of implementing financial strategies that work is so much easier.

In the book, Mark reveals cutting-edge techniques that quickly transform negative associations with money into positive ones. Mark shows you, through a series of exercises, exactly what to do step by step. Once this Financial Healing is accomplished, the reader can effectively use the financial strategies of saving and investing for wealth.

Running Away From ME

Mark’s strengths in personal change techniques are reflected in his work as a coach to clients with ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia. In 2011 Mark worked with Alison Christensen, who had suffered from ME/CFS – an illness the NHS asserts is incurable – for more than two years.
Using his gentle techniques of EFT, NLP and Matrix Reimprinting, Mark not only gave Ali pain relief but allowed her to regain her energy and will to counter her debilitating symptoms.

As a result of this experience, Mark co-authored the book ‘Running Away From ME’ with Ali.
The book is written for people suffering from a long term illness, chronic pain, or depression. It’s equally applicable to families and close friends of those suffering and offers hope and an optimistic message.

The book does not prescribe a miracle cure to ME/CFS or Fibromyalgia, but instead explores the journey of the sufferer. It details the real life issues that surround long term illness – money issues, depression, claiming support packages and trying to keep a family together.

The book was written during the worst part of Ali’s illness and describes in details the emotional and physical feelings that were happening at the time. It is a motivational story of how one person and their coach achieved this transformation in their life and how others can do the same. It will also give comfort to people who feel totally alone because of illness, disability or depression.

In addition to his consulting work, Mark is a volunteer for the charity Love, Hope and Strength. In this role, he helps cancer sufferers to gain pain relief and a positive outlook on their life. With his assistance, Love Hope and Strength has access to a website with Mark’s most useful personal change methodologies – for free.

We all cherish that feeling when we accomplish something. But how do we feel, and more importantly how do we react when things go wrong. Today's guest is someone who has experienced both; the highs and the lows and she has some sage advice for how we should deal with both success and failure in equal measure.
Dale Stafford started her own business in 1980 and under her leadership it became one of the UK’s leading and best performing training providers.

In 2006 Dale successfully sold that business to a private equity company.

Over more than 40 years in business, Dale’s earned many accolades, amongst them being named by Business Insider in their inaugural list of the North West's Top 100 Women of Influence (2015) and recognition from the Prime Minister for her personal contribution to further education and skills (2006). She has also held a number of Chair and Non-Executive posts in both private and public sector organisations

Dale now works purely on recommendation with business clients - owners, directors, leadership and management teams and their people - particularly in SMEs (typical range of turnover £250,000 to £40,000,000)

who have an aspiration to grow
* solve particular problem/s that are getting in the way of that aspiration * or where owners are looking to successfully exit the business

Dale doesn’t blow her own trumpet and says she prefers her clients to do that for her with their own comments and experience of the impact she’s had on them personally and their business.

In 2012 Dale wrote a book “The Book of Job - the business of people for people in business” which takes a refreshing, wry and thought-provoking look at the founding principles for success. (Available on Amazon)

“The Book of Job by Dale Stafford is a business classic & must have for all managers, strategists, marketers & business people
who are interested in a people-based approach to success!”
KEVIN STEIN, Co-Founder, Source TV, Hollywood

“Just read ‘The Book of Job’ by Dale Stafford & it’s amazing!”

RACHEL ELNAUGH, Dragons’ Den

Dale’s also much in demand for speaking engagements and facilitating conferences.

Contact via www.theprincipledepartment.com Twitter: Dale_Stafford

At 4.22pm on December the 4th 2019 Steve Phillip received a telephone call that in his own words would ‘change his life forever’

It was a call that no one would want to receive – it was from the girlfriend of his 34-year-old son Jordan – and it was to tell him that Jordan had taken his own life.

Steve has been very open about the impact Jordan’s suicide has had on him and those close to him, he has put his energy into ensuring that we as a society, and employers in particular, are doing everything we can to reduce the number of suicides in Britain – there are nearly 6,000 suicides a year in this country and over 4000 of those are men.

In today’s conversation I talk to Steve about the immediate aftermath of Jordan’s suicide, the impact on him and the immediate family, and why he decided to create ‘The Jordan Legacy’

It’s an extraordinary story and an important reminder for us all to be vigilant and make sure we spot the signs and provide the appropriate support to those who may need our help...
The Jordan Legacy - The problem and our challenge

Globally, more people die by suicide every year than from cancer, heart disease, and diabetes combined. 2016 World Health Organisation (WHO) data counted 800,000 suicide deaths (one every 40 seconds) and with suicide rates rising in many countries, including the UK, over the past 4 years, total global suicide deaths will now be more than 1 million per year. There are many more suicide attempts (20 times the number of deaths typically) and many family members, friends, colleagues, neighbours, etc traumatised by each death, especially as it often comes as shock news.

The reasons people choose to end their lives are often complex and varied. There is often no-one single contributing factor to take this most drastic of actions. What we do know is that many who make suicide attempts do so without letting anyone close to them know they’re considering taking their own life.

Our mission

Most deaths by suicide are preventable, so we must do everything we can to help people who don’t want to die but are feeling they can’t bear the pain of living in their current circumstances. Our mission is to improve people’s mental wellbeing and the support available; to reduce people’s sense of social isolation; to encourage the development of a kinder society; and help people feel a sense of achievement and contentment because of who they are not what they have or don’t have.

Our Vision

We can envisage an achievable desired state where deaths by suicide are rare events. It’s a huge challenge and a big goal but achievable through prioritised, focused, practical actions:

• practical actions to make our communities and workplaces mentally healthy and psychologically safe places;
• practical actions to use human intelligence and digital technology for earlier identification and intervention;
• practical actions for suicide prevention such as ‘designing out suicide’ in our built environment, education systems, health systems, and support systems for those known to be at risk or in danger (including restricting access to the means of suicide – known to be the most effective practical action to save lives);
• practical actions to encourage every hospital, university, council, employer, industry association, professional society, etc to make practical plans for suicide prevention within their spheres of influence.

The act of suicide is a practical act – it needs practical actions to prevent it.

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Most people don't manage to receive their true value, often because they don't even know or understand their value. In this episode I talk to Peter Thomson the Uk's most prolific informational product creator, about why people often under value themselves. Peter also gives his unique take on making money, adding value to others and creating a life of choice.
If you are looking for inspiration and ideas to move your life forward then I'm sure there is something in this episode for you, for example; Peter's ideas on why we should all learn persuasive communication are compelling and his final point about what happens when we retire is both humorous and illuminating.
And I just know you will love Peter's philosophy of DDWT!

In this episode, I talk with Nis Arend who is the founder of The "Top 1% Club" helping you build high-performance teams and be the best leading version of yourself in your professional and home life.
Nis talks about how she helps people who..
· Know their team love them but know they're not getting properly recognised at the top table.
· feel stuck and know they must crack what feels like insurmountable problems.
· know it's lonely at the top and don’t know who to trust in a competitive environment.
After cutting her teeth in the Private Banking world at Barclays Wealth Nis knew she had more to offer others.
She now helps people who are already in, or aspire to be in, the top 1% of their industry to develop the career and lifestyle of their choosing.
If you feel you don’t have time to waste you may love Nis' direct, no-nonsense fluff-free style and approach.
Nis focusses on three areas:
1. One-on-One Coaching - to make sure you are at the top of your game.
2. Building your high-performing team.She'll help you and your colleagues build powerful teams which gets results.
3. Get-It-Done Incubator Program. Finally nail your goal in her online accountability and mentoring program.
4. The Top 1% Club. You’ll join her power-network of elite high-performers and enjoy:
· Building new friendships and alliances with industry leaders from many sectors.
· Learning new skills and gaining valuable insights
· Sharing your skills and experience with others
It’s time to up your game - NIs can help