You ARE a leader, maybe a household, department or organisation leader, and one of your most important functions is knowing how to manage change and its effects, the fear of the unknown, and in order to do that, you need to understand change. In this episode Phil discusses his most effective techniques in dealing with change, such as effectiveness in communicating the passion of your vision, monitor the team’s mindset, reiterate the long term vision and goals, identify and celebrate progress and...
Oct 23, 2021•9 min•Ep. 169
Everyone wants to be in the winning team, and whether you manage a team or are part of one, you know it takes time and effort to transform a group of people into a high performing team, BUT not everybody knows that time and effort are not enough, so what is it? That’s what this episode is about, Phil is sharing his 12 goals to create high performing teams, giving us a great insight into a key issue for leaders, aspiring leaders and team players. Send us your comments and questions to our Faceboo...
Oct 17, 2021•10 min•Ep. 168
Yes, let’s make a fun list together, not a goals list, a FUN list! On this episode Phil is focusing on the personal and family areas of growth, leaving the professional area aside. Fun lists are all about purposefully planning and creating amazing experiences for yourself and your loved ones, giving you something else to look forward to, to plan and work for; but also once completed will give you a sense of satisfaction, it will be a gift on days when you are not feeling great, when you ask your...
Oct 09, 2021•9 min•Ep. 167
Did you know that, according to the CDC 6 in 10 Americans have a chronic disease and 4 in 10, actually have 2 or more? And that Australians are not far behind? 5 in 10 Australians currently have a chronic disease and 2 in 10, have two or more - Chronic conditions, 2017-18 financial year | Australian Bureau of Statistics (abs.gov.au) In this episode Phil chats with american Keto expert Nita Kasan, together they explore the benefits of ketosis and talk about the amazing resources and products behi...
Oct 02, 2021•13 min•Ep. 166
The pursuit of excellence requires, among other things, knowing where you are right now and have a clear understanding of what is it that you want to achieve in the future, and finding effective ways to fast-track such process is essential, and one of the most successful avenues is monitorship programs; whether you are a student, entry level employee or seasoned professional, mentors can guide you and help you achieve your goals and have a more successful career. That’s why Phillip is dedicating...
Sep 25, 2021•9 min•Ep. 165
Do you run a business that generates employment? You’ve probably, at some point, wondered about two qualitative factors that often tend to influence a business’s hiring decisions. The challenge, though, is that some businesses focus on just one aspect of diversity. In this FlashCast episode, Phil sheds some light on what diversity and inclusiveness actually mean for an organization and why they’re important. He shares valuable insights on why diversity and inclusiveness should be at the core of ...
Sep 18, 2021•9 min•Ep. 164
Are you truly a busy person? Well, Phil has a few questions that you could ask yourself for a reality check on whether you’re actually busy or just pretending to be busy. That said, neither of them is a good sign. You work to live, not live to work. Overloading yourself with work can have consequences, both mental and physical, and they can often be dire. You may even lose out on precious time with family. The thing is, people like you and me find it challenging to make time from our busy schedu...
Sep 11, 2021•10 min•Ep. 163
Children are our tomorrow. They’re the future scientists, doctors, philosophers, and entrepreneurs. One of the most important traits they’ll need to succeed in the 21st century is creativity. The onus of breeding creativity, though, is on the parents. Today, Phil tells us about things you can do to help your children grow into more creative individuals. More importantly, he gives us valuable insight into what it is about children’s environment that stands in the way of them becoming creative. Do...
Sep 04, 2021•10 min•Ep. 162
Do you run a business? It’s a rewarding, but challenging experience, isn’t it? One of the key challenges of running a business is to provide exceptional customer service. If you’ve been trying to rev up your customer service efforts, this episode is for you. Philip built Di Bella Coffee from the ground up. During this time, he learned the importance of customer service and saw how impactful it can be first-hand. In this FlashCast episode, Philip walks us through five things that helped him provi...
Aug 28, 2021•9 min•Ep. 161
Relationships can often feel like a grey area to some. They can feel hard to navigate. However, healthy relationships are key to both your happiness and success. If you’ve been trying to work on one or more relationships in your life, this episode is for you. Phil talks about things that get in the way of building and nurturing good relationships, and how you can best address them. If you’re puzzled about how to make a crucial relationship in your life work, Phil has some valuable insights that ...
Aug 22, 2021•9 min•Ep. 160
Today, Philip will give you the tools you need to uplift yourself in life. If you’re in a mood to kick some serious ass, this episode is for you. Phil shares 7 good practices you can incorporate in your life to consistently reach your life’s goals and become a better version of yourself. He talks about everything from habits to money in this FlashCast episode. Curious? Come join Philip in this episode of FlashCast by PDB and listen to how you can begin to transform your life effective immediatel...
Aug 14, 2021•7 min•Ep. 159
You often hear gurus and life coaches talk about contentment, and how it holds the key to happiness. That’s true — contentment indeed is the key to happiness. The next question, then, is… what is contentment? More importantly, what must you do to feel content? Phil’s curious nature had him turning dictionary pages looking for the meaning of the word ‘contentment.’ In this FlashCast episode, Phil takes this dictionary meaning and expands on it to dig deeper into what contentment really is and a f...
Aug 07, 2021•10 min•Ep. 158
Phil shares his tips and tricks to help us better look after our mental and physical health during lockdown, as well as his family's. Actionable advice like having a routine, meditation tips, stay connected with your friends and family, be in service of people or practice gratitude, these tips will help you maintain a healthy mindset for you and the people around you. Send us your comments and questions to our Facebook page Facebook.com/FlashCastByPDB, ask@flashcastbypdb.com , or Phil’s LinkedIn...
Aug 04, 2021•10 min•Ep. 157
Humans grow, evolve, and become wiser as they age. Our experiences, and the things they teach us, contribute to the person we are today. Everybody has a different set of experiences — and while you may not have experienced everything, you can certainly turn to others and learn about their experiences to get some insight. In today’s FlashCast episode, Philip shares his words of wisdom. Fortunately, Philip likes to compile his words of wisdom on his phone. As Phil mentions, it helps him stay posit...
Jul 31, 2021•10 min•Ep. 156
Each time we achieve a goal, we set two new ones. The race to accumulating wealth and the drive to win becomes fiercer every day. However, we forget that it often induces stress and impacts our lives adversely. As Phil says, money is an important resource, but it won’t help you live a fulfilling life. Today, Phil tells us why life is measured in moments, not possessions. If you’re working towards building wealth, or have managed to build ample wealth but feel as though something is missing, this...
Jul 24, 2021•9 min•Ep. 155
Phil has something profound in store for us today. He gives us a sneak peek into a book he’s reading— Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty. Today’s FlashCast episode is all about Phil’s take on the book. He shares a few lines from the book and walks us through his perspective. From the importance of values in people around us to toxic traits that we need to be mindful of when we interact with the people in our lives, this episode walks us through some valuable lessons. Perhaps, you feel that your par...
Jul 17, 2021•10 min•Ep. 154
Some call it luck, some claim that it’s when preparedness meets opportunity. If you’re a believer of the latter, Phil has some valuable insights to share that could resolve any opportunity-related quandaries you may have. In today’s FlashCast episode, Phil explains that only when you’re proactively looking for opportunities, will you identify one. If you’re keen on learning about how to identify and leverage opportunities, this episode is for you. The best part? Phil shares 4 things he himself i...
Jul 10, 2021•9 min•Ep. 153
Today, Phil sets out to gain some insight into the concept of entrepreneurship from a university student’s perspective. On today’s FlashCast episode we have Tom, a Commerce Law student at the University of Queensland. Phil asks several questions to explore the idea of entrepreneurship and how students are thinking about it. Tune in and listen to Tom as he expresses his views on entrepreneurship and answers Phil’s questions. Tom talks about everything from how entrepreneurship contributes to solv...
Jul 03, 2021•9 min•Ep. 152
Philip always highlights the importance of being better today than you were yesterday. In today’s episode, he brings 20 great human values that listeners can absorb and implement in their journey to becoming a better version of themselves. From forgiveness to self-control and non-infatuation to consistency in self-knowledge, these human values cover all aspects of the human mindset. Sometimes, you may be unknowingly doing things that aren’t best for you. As Philip quickly explains these values, ...
Jun 26, 2021•10 min•Ep. 151
It’s always difficult to demarcate the fine line between busy and productive. Both are two very different terms with very different outcomes. In today’s episode of FlashCast by PDB, Philip is about to break these down to see what they actually mean and why you should prefer being productive over being busy. Philip helps us answer the question—are we being productive, or just keeping ourselves busy? If you’re looking to transition into being productive from busy, Philip shares valuable insights o...
Jun 19, 2021•10 min•Ep. 150
Today, we’re joined by Steven Sorbello, Managing Partner at BDO in Australia, for an inspiring conversation. Steven answers Philip’s questions with great insights as he draws in from his personal experiences. From problems that plague the world and talking about their solutions, to Steven’s personal fear – the conversation is loaded with tantalizing bits that will stimulate a chain of thought in the listener. Send us your comments and questions to our Facebook page Facebook.com/FlashCastByPDB, a...
Jun 12, 2021•9 min•Ep. 149
Have you ever wondered why some extremely intelligent people fail to excel while some with average intelligence always manage to knock it out of the park? That’s because intelligence is a small part of the equation. In this FlashCast episode, Philip makes baffling revelations about what holds the key to your success. Philip lays out the groundwork to understand what these two groups of people do differently. He quotes findings of a Harvard study to hammer his point home. Learn all about what set...
Jun 05, 2021•10 min•Ep. 148
The word ‘respect’ gets thrown around a lot, but have you ever wondered what ‘respect’ actually means? It may mean one thing for you and another for someone else. Philip takes on the challenge of demystifying the word ‘respect’ in this episode of FlashCast by PDB. Phillip's pulls out the definition of ‘respect’ from Wikipedia and presents insightful arguments that may change your perspective on ‘respect’. 30 years in hospitality has taught him countless lessons, and treating others with respect ...
May 29, 2021•10 min•Ep. 147
Today's episode will help you shape or sharpen your own definition of Happiness, it won't try to tell you what it means or how to be happy, but it will provide you with tools and actionable advice for your professional, personal and family areas of your life. Get ready to listen to this episode more than once, have your pen and paper close by and get ready; before getting into it, let's start by articulating what happiness means to you, grab your pen and paper and follow Phil 's activity, then w...
May 22, 2021•10 min•Ep. 146
Welcome to Phil 's insights on the 2021 Federal Budget, in terms of the best interest of the Country, not from a political perspective. Educate yourself on job opportunities, education and school funding, the tourism and arts industries, age care and disability, and mental health among others. Send us your comments and questions to our Facebook page Facebook.com/FlashCastByPDB or to ask@flashcastbypdb.com. Remember to subscribe, rate and review the show, and as always, thank you for listening! P...
May 15, 2021•9 min•Ep. 145
We can't avoid them, they're part of our everyday life, and most likely we're going one sooner rather than later, so, we better understand them better and learn to handle them. On today's episode Phil shares 4 tips on handling arguments, exploring the reasoning behind it, and providing an actionable framework to achieve more from an argument. Send us your comments and questions to our Facebook page Facebook.com/FlashCastByPDB or to ask@flashcastbypdb.com. Remember to subscribe, rate and review t...
May 08, 2021•10 min•Ep. 144
This episode is a great interview full of wisdom and actionable content on mental skills and more. Shaun McCambridge is an inspiring man, you can learn more about Shaun in his podcast The Shaun McCambridge Podcast and StellarCast Send us your comments and questions to our Facebook page Facebook.com/FlashCastByPDB or to ask@flashcastbypdb.com. Remember to subscribe, rate and review the show, and as always, thank you for listening! Produced by The Podcast Boss....
May 01, 2021•10 min•Ep. 143
The youth of today is the future of tomorrow, they brings a new perspective to the table that can often provide deeper insight for the best of us. On today’s FlashCast episode we have Nick, a commerce student at the University of Queensland. Tune in and listen to Nick answer Phil 's questions with great enthusiasm. Nick shares some great insight on how social media is a cause of concern and dives into an interesting conversation about his goals and fears. Learn more about a young individual’s po...
Apr 24, 2021•9 min•Ep. 142
The inspiring and famous words from Mahatma Gandhi have been repeated over and over again, but are we understanding them in full depht? Join Phil 's in dissecting the meaning of it, what do they mean in today's world and how you can apply them in your everyday life? Send us your comments and questions to our Facebook page Facebook.com/FlashCastByPDB or to ask@flashcastbypdb.com. Remember to subscribe, rate and review the show, and as always, thank you for listening! Produced by The Podcast Boss....
Apr 17, 2021•9 min•Ep. 141
Do you consider yourself a good listener? When having a conversation with someone, have you catched yourself thinking in your head what you want to respond with, instead of trying to understand what the other is saying? Listening is the ability to accurately receive and interpret messages, before communicating back; so how can you become a better listener, an active listener? well, simply listen to this episode and follow Phil 's tips and advice and then let us know how you went. Send us your co...
Apr 10, 2021•10 min•Ep. 140
