Entrepreneurship & Innovation

52 - Facing Fear: An Olympian’s Journey Beyond Fear of Flying

HR Huntsman

Published on: 15/10/2026

After surviving leukemia at 35, Patrick confronted his lifelong fear of flying and became a pilot, earning multiple ratings. He shares how facing mortality, reflecting on regrets, and noticing a rain-soaked leaf transformed his outlook on life.

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51 - Flags and Flagpoles: The People Who Stay Steady When Business Gets Hard

HR Huntsman

Published on: 08/10/2026

Michael Filosi grew a rundown dental practice into Adelaide’s largest by building accountable teams, trusting colleagues, and learning from failure. He shares his “flags and flagpoles” test for dependable teammates, lessons from his father, and life.

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50 - Reading Is Easy, Doing Is Hard: The Truth About Personal Growth and Action

HR Huntsman

Published on: 01/10/2026

HR Huntsman interviews Nick Hutchinson about turning reading into action. Nick shares his journey building BookThinkers, overcoming social anxiety, growing as a leader, and balancing ambition with fatherhood.

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48 - Conquering the Bravery Recession: Why Leaders Must Embrace Fear to Thrive in Uncertain Times

HR Huntsman

Published on: 17/09/2026

HR Huntsman interviews Jill Schulman about fear, bravery, and leadership. Jill shares her ROTC journey, explains the “bravery recession,” and explores how discomfort, courage, and action can reduce avoidance and build success.

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