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The Athlete Mindset Secrets That Built A Seven Figure Business | Matt Srama
16 sept. 2026
01:00:27
In this episode, we sit down with Matt Srama, former Gold Coast Titans player and founder of a seven-figure buyer's agency.
You’ll hear how Matt's NRL career ended through injury, not choice. Which meant he had to walk away from his whole identity and start again from zero.
What got him through was a handful of athlete habits anyone can learn.
We also dig into the "five layers deep" exercise that turned "I want a million bucks a year" into "I want to pay off my mum's mortgage."
We cover why perfectionism comes from fear and why Matt had to unlearn it to scale.
We talk mentors, and why athletes have zero ego about asking for help.
If you're a business owner, career changer, or anyone who wants to be a better parent, partner or professional, this episode gives you the athlete mindset without the athlete background.
In this episode, you'll learn:
👉 The one thing to get clear on before you make a single change in your life
👉 How to build life-changing levels of discipline… even when you feel you don’t have any
👉 The "five layers deep" exercise that turned a shallow money goal into something far more powerful
👉 Why the trait that makes elite athletes great can hold you back in business (and what to replace it with)
👉 Two daily questions that separates people who get what they want from people stuck in a rut
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Find Your GPS Coordinate 00:04:15 Five Layers Deep 00:06:00 The Real Cause Of Perfectionism 00:10:07 Gamify Your Life 00:15:53 Discipline In Micro Moments 00:20:00 Win Your Morning 00:24:00 Unlearning The Locker Room 00:28:45 Ask Someone Three Years Ahead 00:32:00 Career Cut Short 00:36:00 Zoom Out Ten Years 00:41:40 Success Alignment Framework 00:46:20 The Price Of Sacrifice 00:51:00 Presence Over Presents
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
8 Months Without Alcohol: What It’s Doing to Our Bodies, Business, and Relationships So Far
08 sept. 2026
01:08:41
We quit alcohol for a year to see what would happen to our health, business, and relationships.
Eight months in, and the results are far different from what we expected.
We’re sharing how things have changed physically, mentally, professionally, and personally.
This is an honest conversation about the benefits, the downsides, and the unexpected impact of removing alcohol from our lives.
And we answer the big questions like can life actually be fun without alcohol?
Or once the 12 months are over, will we start drinking again?
Tune in to hear about:
👉Why we decided to stop drinking alcohol for a full year 👉The difference between drinking for enjoyment and drinking to escape stress 👉How quitting alcohol affected our sleep, recovery, HRV and training 👉Changes in testosterone, liver markers, and overall physical health 👉The impact on our productivity and capacity for work 👉The impact of alcohol on anxiety, stress and mental clarity 👉Building self-discipline, self-confidence and trust in yourself 👉How friendships and social circles change when you stop drinking 👉Learning how to socialise without alcohol 👉Whether high performers and entrepreneurs should reconsider their relationship with alcohol 👉Whether we’ll drink again once the year is finished
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Banter and catch ups 00:05:30 A year no booze 00:09:40 Pleasure or escape 00:17:20 Fitness and body stats 00:24:16 Calmer under pressure 00:30:12 The cost of being sober 00:37:00 Business locked in 00:44:40 Impact on relationships 00:49:50 Will we drink again? 01:00:24 Six months
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Most people have no idea how lucrative recruitment can be. Or how powerful it can be as a career change or side business.
In this episode, Blake Thompson from XRecruiter joins us to discuss why recruitment remains one of the most misunderstood high-income industries.
You’ll hear why experienced professionals can have an unfair advantage when becoming recruiters.
Plus find out why your existing industry knowledge, relationships, and expertise could become the foundation of a highly profitable recruitment business.
We also explore the mindset required to make a major career change, overcome fear and ego, take calculated risks, and build a career that gives you more control over your income, time, and future.
In this episode, you'll learn:
👉Why recruitment can be an incredibly lucrative career and business model 👉How recruitment agencies and recruiters actually make money 👉Why companies are willing to pay large recruitment fees 👉Why industry professionals can have an unfair advantage in recruitment 👉How to change careers without throwing away years of experience 👉Why specialist and niche recruiters can outperform generalist recruiters 👉The counterintuitive reason competition can improve the recruitment industry 👉How abundance thinking differs from scarcity thinking in business 👉Why becoming self-employed can create more control over your income 👉What the future of recruitment could look like as AI and technology evolve
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:10 Recruitment's Best Kept Secret 00:06:30 Who Thrives In Recruitment 00:11:03 Dan's $500K First Year 00:15:44 Lukewarm Water Is Dangerous 00:20:30 The Reason You Can't 00:25:30 Who Do You Become 00:30:30 Guard Your Crazy Ideas 00:36:50 Curiosity Builds Trust 00:42:10 Low Barrier, Big Opportunity 00:54:58 Future Of Recruitment And AI
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
What if the jobs you think are pointless right now are actually preparing you for the career and business you want later?
In this episode of Two Blokes One Business, we’re sharing our full career journey - from professional football and Nando’s to roofing, hospitality, door knocking, and eventually building businesses of their own.
Some of these jobs were great.
Some were brutal.
And some lasted years, while others lasted barely a few days. But looking back, almost every experience taught us something we still use today.
Tune in to hear about:
👉 How professional football developed high-performance standards, discipline, and resilience 👉 Why constantly operating outside your comfort zone builds confidence 👉 The career mistakes they’d approach differently today 👉 What working at Nando’s, bars, restaurants and on building sites taught us 👉 Why difficult sales jobs can develop incredible communication and objection-handling skills 👉 The surprising advantage of being curious instead of trying too hard to sell 👉 Why comparing yourself to someone years ahead can make you unnecessarily impatient 👉 Our journey into recruitment and eventually business ownership
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:04:50 Panels Events And Weddings 00:12:50 Football Scholarship 00:23:09 Nando's Two Grill Legend 00:26:10 Sports Marketing = Door Knocking 00:33:30 Brutal Timeshare Sales Room 00:37:30 Roofing 00:40:30 The Scratch Card Trick 00:44:52 Mission Beats Motivation 00:52:48 Falling Into Recruitment 00:58:10 Why Recruiters Get Hate
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Hypnotist Reveals: Why Your Brain Blocks You From Earning More | Ole Hill
19 août 2026
01:04:54
What if the thing holding you back are patterns your past installed without asking you?
In this episode, hypnotist and mindset coach Ole Hill pulls back the curtain on hypnosis, the subconscious mind, and self-image.
You'll find out why smart, hardworking people hit the same income ceiling every year. Why progress slips away right when things get good. And why change never sticks (even when you know exactly what you want).
Forget stage shows and swinging watches, Ole shares how real hypnotherapy works, and how he uses subconscious reprogramming with business owners and high performers to remove limiting beliefs.
He also reveals something he calls the "Subconscious Success Setting" - a hidden level of money, health, and happiness your brain treats as normal.
In this episode, you'll discover:
👉 What hypnosis actually is and why the stage version hides its real power 👉 The hidden battle between your conscious and subconscious mind (and which one wins) 👉 How one limiting belief can drain your money, business, and confidence 👉 Why your brain drags you back to familiar patterns, even ones you hate 👉 The "Subconscious Success Setting" creating an invisible ceiling capping your results 👉 Why high performers self-sabotage the moment life gets good 👉 The four stages of Ole's Hypnotic Personality Reset 👉 How to stop fighting your own mind and put it to work for you
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:20 What Hypnosis Really Is 00:07:23 Your Brain Hunts Evidence 00:10:20 The School Mix Up 00:13:20 Subconscious Success Setting 00:17:37 The Fruit Phobia 00:22:48 Shark Versus Fish 00:27:00 The Brain's Gatekeeper 00:30:42 The Schizophrenia Label 00:40:40 Four Phase Reset 00:56:40 The Master Vision
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Old School vs New School Business: What Actually Works in 2026
12 août 2026
01:09:07
Old school business principles still work… but the way we sell, market, hire and grow businesses has completely changed.
In this episode of the Two Blokes One Business podcast, we compare old school vs new school business and ask a simple question: which strategies actually work in today’s world?
From cold calling and traditional sales to AI, personal branding, digital marketing, recruitment and modern entrepreneurship - we look at what business owners should leave behind, what they need to adapt to, and which old school principles are becoming even more valuable as technology moves faster.
In this episode, we cover:
👉Old school sales vs modern sales and what actually works today 👉Why cold calling still works when everyone else hides behind email and LinkedIn 👉How customer behaviour and the modern sales process have changed 👉Why personal branding and founder-led marketing are becoming so powerful 👉Traditional marketing vs digital marketing and content marketing 👉How to stand out in a world flooded with AI-generated content 👉The one type of content content that can build deeper trust 👉Why modern entrepreneurs still need old school resilience and work ethic
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Wedding venue locked in 00:05:40 DEXA scans and bloods 00:10:02 Divide and conquer 00:13:36 Old school vs new 00:17:00 Sales then and now 00:25:24 Marketing has changed 00:37:18 Starting a business today 00:49:28 Recruitment power shift 00:56:20 Old vs new values 01:02:00 Two blokes one question
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
The Burnout Doctor: Your Recovery Is Broken… Fix It This Week | Dr. Sean Richardson
04 août 2026
01:04:06
Can you achieve peak performance without burning out?
In this conversation, Sean explains why burnout is not caused by ambition alone.
It happens when hard work, stress, and responsibility are not balanced with structured recovery, clear purpose, and sustainable habits.
Drawing on elite sport, performance psychology, business, and his research into overtraining and burnout, Sean breaks down what true high performance actually looks like.
He explains why recovery should be treated as part of the performance process - not as something that happens only after the work is finished.
Tune in to discover:
👉Why relentless work without recovery leads to burnout 👉How elite athletes balance training load and recovery 👉Why stress includes physical, mental, emotional, social, and environmental demands 👉How to manage your total “life load,” not just your workload 👉The difference between social connection and social disconnection 👉Why talent matters less than most people think 👉How trauma, imposter syndrome, and hidden roadblocks can affect confidence 👉Sean’s performance framework for action, inspiration, roadblocks, and energy
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Cure or disease 00:04:59 Five kinds of stress 00:09:12 Purpose before protocols 00:12:33 Recovery beyond sleep 00:17:16 Connection and disconnection 00:27:35 The invincibility trap 00:32:00 Process over results 00:45:10 Anyone can be great 00:50:07 The AIRE framework 00:59:40 Intervals for your brain
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
10 Alex Hormozi “Rules” That Built Our Business (Use Them)
29 juil. 2026
01:03:41
Alex Hormozi’s best business advice sounds simple… until you realise how brutally it exposes indecision, excuses, fear of failure, and the habits keeping entrepreneurs stuck.
In this episode of the Two Blokes One Business podcast, Harvey and Adam break down some of Alex Hormozi’s most powerful business and mindset lessons (and explain how to apply them in real life).
The boys also share honest insights from their own journey building Harwell, launching the Recruitment Agent Institute, growing their business network, attending high-value events, and creating a long-term property investment plan.
If you’re starting a business, growing a recruitment agency, trying to improve your discipline or looking for the mindset required to create a better life, this episode is for you.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
👉Why something can be “not your fault” but still be your problem 👉What “money loves speed, wealth loves time, poverty loves indecision” really means 👉Why fast action is essential in business, recruitment and sales 👉The difference between making money and building real wealth 👉Why feedback should be treated as fuel, not failure 👉How successful people use losses to improve 👉How to stop negotiating with yourself 👉Why having too many options can keep you stuck 👉Why every man and woman needs a meaningful quest 👉How purpose, discipline and direction improve your life 👉Why the fastest shortcut is to stop looking for shortcuts 👉What aspiring recruitment agency owners need to understand before starting
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Busy blokes update 00:04:40 Awards and Ferraris 00:15:20 RAI goes live 00:20:20 Fault versus problem 00:25:20 Money loves speed 00:31:40 Feedback is fuel 00:35:40 Failure beats cowardice 00:43:20 Sacrifice defines wants 00:50:00 Everyone needs quest 00:54:20 Stop chasing shortcuts -
👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
He Trains Australia's Top Entrepreneurs. They All Get This Wrong | James Matolich
21 juil. 2026
00:55:42
What separates high-performing entrepreneurs from everyone else?
In this episode, we sit down with elite performance coach James, who works closely with some of Australia's most successful business leaders - including Culture Kings founder Simon Beard.
We explore why physical health is one of the biggest competitive advantages in business.
From building sustainable habits and improving sleep to optimising nutrition, recovery and performance - you'll hear practical strategies high achievers use to increase their energy, productivity and long-term success.
Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, executive or simply looking to improve your health, this episode is packed with actionable advice you can start applying today.
In this episode, you'll learn:
👉Why successful entrepreneurs prioritise their health 👉The connection between fitness and business performance 👉How Simon Beard approaches training, recovery and longevity 👉The #1 most underrated performance tool 👉The biggest nutrition mistakes people make 👉How to build sustainable habits that actually last 👉The truth about protein, calories and fat loss 👉Ice baths, cold plunges and muscle growth explained 👉How to balance business growth with personal health 👉Practical advice for busy professionals who want better energy and performance
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
The True Cost of Staying in a "Safe" Job (Nobody Calculates This)
14 juil. 2026
00:59:29
What if quitting your job or starting a business isn’t as risky as you think it is… and instead, what if the real risk is doing nothing?
Most people spend their lives calculating the cost of taking action. But almost nobody calculates the cost of staying exactly where they are.
If you're feeling stuck in a comfortable career, trapped by the "golden handcuffs," or constantly wondering whether you should start a business, change careers, or finally take that leap - in this episode we’re sharing one of the biggest mindset shifts that separates entrepreneurs from everyone else:
The cost of inaction.
We explore why playing it safe can actually be the biggest risk you'll ever take, how fear keeps professionals trapped in careers they no longer love, and why building a business goes deeper than money.
Along the way, we also share some personal stories, discuss the reality of entrepreneurship, career changes, mindset, wealth creation, and why taking calculated risks often leads to the greatest rewards.
In this episode, you'll discover:
👉The staggering hidden cost of staying in a comfortable corporate career 👉The "Golden Handcuffs" trap keeping high performers stuck 👉Scarcity mindset vs abundance mindset (think this is too ‘woo-woo’? Think again) 👉How to overcome the fear and anxiety of starting a business 👉Rewire your brain! Why most successful entrepreneurs think differently 👉Career change advice for professionals 👉The importance of ownership, accountability, and self-awareness 👉The ONE thing that matters more than simply earning more money
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:02:14 The heart test story 00:05:55 The proposal at the waterfall 00:09:05 The cost of doing nothing 00:13:25 Shane's business plan 00:17:00 The golden handcuffs trap 00:22:55 Walking away from pro football 00:27:40 The cost nobody adds up 00:31:05 Growth, identity, and fulfillment 00:40:30 Danny's career change story 00:44:30 The fears people won't admit 00:52:45 Is business really for everyone?
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Brooke McIntosh: The Truth About Trauma, Purpose, And Running Around Australia
07 juil. 2026
00:58:58
Brooke McIntosh hit rock bottom, survived suicidal thoughts and a life-changing car accident, then turned her pain into purpose by running around Australia for mental health awareness.
In this powerful conversation, Brooke shares the incredible journey that transformed her life.
After a life-changing car accident forced her to confront the truth, Brooke committed to rebuilding herself from the inside out.
Four years later, she ran around Australia to raise awareness for mental health, proving that healing comes from having the courage to face pain.
This episode is a must-watch for anyone navigating burnout, trauma, or the relentless pressure of high performance.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, or simply someone searching for purpose, Brooke's story offers practical wisdom, hope, and actionable strategies for creating lasting change.
In this episode, you'll discover:
👉How Brooke overcame childhood trauma and suicidal thoughts 👉Why turning pain into purpose changes everything 👉The mindset shift from victim to victor 👉How vulnerability creates stronger leaders and deeper relationships 👉Why high performers often struggle silently 👉The daily habits that build mental resilience 👉Practical strategies for improving self-talk and confidence 👉Lessons learned from running around Australia for mental health 👉How to stop seeking validation from others
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Turning pain to purpose 00:04:20 Rock bottom at 26 00:07:40 Hit by a truck 00:12:20 Life after hospital 00:17:20 Vulnerability is strength 00:24:40 Why run 1600km 00:29:00 Running around Australia 00:33:20 Conversations over kilometres 00:36:40 The widower's thank you 00:49:40 Mirror talk and discipline
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Inside The 5-Step Plan We’d Use To Quit A Job And Start A Business (Safely)
30 juin 2026
01:00:24
Before you quit your job and start a business, you need a plan. We’re sharing how to leave your job and start a business without blowing up your life.
We talk through the real transition from employee to entrepreneur, including what we got right, what we got wrong, and the steps we’d take today - if we were leaving a stable job to build a business from scratch.
This is for anyone stuck in a corporate career, working a high-paying job that no longer feels aligned, or wondering whether their current career path is actually taking them where they want to go.
We cover how to make the leap safely, how to build momentum before you quit, how to use your current skills and network to create a business idea, and how to set your “leap number” before going all in.
Tune in to hear about
👉 How to know if your current job is taking you toward the life you actually want 👉 How to start building a business while still working full-time 👉 The benefits and risks of turning a side hustle into a full-time business 👉 How to use your existing skills, knowledge, and network to reduce risk 👉 Why the best business idea may already be hidden inside your current career 👉 How much money you may need before quitting your job 👉 How to set your “leap number” before making the jump 👉 The mistakes we made when leaving employment and launching our own business 👉 How to transition from employee to business owner without unnecessary chaos 👉 Why starting a business with kids, a mortgage, or financial pressure is possible
If you are asking yourself questions like “Should I quit my job?”, “How do I start a business?”, “How much money should I save before leaving my job?”, - this episode will give you a practical framework to think through the decision properly.
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:08:50 The five-step exit plan 00:09:40 What we got right 00:13:40 The resignation disaster 00:19:40 Weigh life against values 00:23:10 Find your real why 00:30:40 Build on the side 00:37:20 Use what you know 00:41:40 Productise your IP 00:46:30 Set your leap number 00:49:20 Burn the boats 00:53:40 Why everyone wins by trying
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Your Blood Tests Are “Normal”, So Why Do You Still Feel TERRIBLE? | Dr. Daniel Kirkbride
23 juin 2026
01:08:55
Burnout, brain fog, poor sleep, low energy, and chronic fatigue should not just be “part of the grind” for founders and CEOs.
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Daniel Kirkbride, founder of CYORA, to discover what it really takes for entrepreneurs, CEOs, founders, and high performers to optimise their health, avoid burnout, and unlock more energy, focus, and longevity.
Dan shares how his own experience with chronic fatigue, burnout, and misdiagnosis led him to build a data-led health optimisation business designed for people who refuse to accept “normal.”
Instead of chasing cookie-cutter wellness protocols, random supplements, or peptides - Dan explains why your health should be treated like your business.
Tune in to hear about:
👉Why “normal” blood work does not always mean optimal health 👉How burnout and chronic fatigue can be mistaken for depression or low motivation 👉The problem with generic wellness advice and cookie-cutter protocols 👉The key tests Dan uses: DNA testing, stool testing, blood work, VO2 max, DEXA scans, and Oura Ring data 👉How alcohol impacts sleep, inflammation, brain fog, muscle growth, energy, and business performance 👉Why subtraction comes before addition when improving your health 👉The foundational habits that can take most people from low energy to high function 👉When peptides, supplements, and advanced biohacking tools actually make sense 👉How gut health affects focus, mental clarity, mood, and cognitive performance 👉Why CEOs, founders, and entrepreneurs need more than average health standards
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:30 The 60% Founder Problem 00:04:10 Cookie-Cutter Slop 00:06:00 The Antidepressant Story 00:09:00 Hardware Versus Software 00:11:50 Dan's Burnout Origin 00:17:10 Stop Benchmarking Average 00:22:30 The Six Tests 00:29:30 The 30-Day Reset 00:34:00 Alcohol Compounds Down 00:43:30 Juice Cleanse Truth 00:49:30 Peptides Deep Dive 00:57:50 Retatrutide and GLP-1s 01:02:50 Side Effects Explained 01:07:10 Where To Find Dan
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
3 Phrases That’ll Get You To Finally Start That Business (And Win At Life)
16 juin 2026
00:53:57
Three simple mindset phrases can change the way you handle self-doubt, fear, and the moments where life tests you.
Most people lose the game in the small moments, not the big ones.
The micro-decisions you make every day quietly push your life one way or the other.
In this episode, we’re sharing three short phrases we now live by - and how each one rewires the way you think about fear, failure, and starting.
In this episode, we cover:
👉Why fear of judgement stops people from posting, starting, and growing 👉One word that can completely change your self-talk 👉How to find the one reason to do something instead of obsessing over every reason not to 👉Why small mindset shifts compound into massive life changes 👉The simplest, easiest, and most effective way to build confidence (even when you don’t feel ready) 👉Lessons from building a fast-growing bootstrapped business 👉How to use simple phrases to stay resilient when life, work, or business gets hard
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Man in the Arena 00:04:30 Pissing Off 80% 00:09:30 Three Life-Changing Phrases 00:12:00 When You're Eighty 00:14:00 5th Fastest Growing 00:17:10 Phrase One Yet 00:20:20 Optimist Versus Pessimist 00:25:00 A Million Reasons 00:28:10 Reasons Not To Start 00:34:30 The Train Analogy 00:37:40 Phrase Three Resilience 00:41:40 Microdecisions That Compound 00:44:00 Environment Beats Willpower 00:47:20 Controversial Media Tricks 00:50:20 AI Copy Truth
If you've been sitting on the fence about starting a business or backing yourself in any way, this one will give you the language to push through.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
The 3 Hidden Fears Behind Every "Successful" Man | Carlo Chincarini
09 juin 2026
01:00:56
Many men in business, leadership, and high-performance environments use success as a mask.
Sure, the money, status, discipline, and results look impressive from the outside. But underneath is people-pleasing, comparison, anxiety, and a self-worth problem that no achievement can fix.
In this episode, we sit down with Carlo Chincarini (Aka The Kingmaker) to explore what it really means to build self-worth, confidence, and authentic masculine leadership from the inside out.
This conversation goes deep into the hidden struggles many men face behind success: such as people-pleasing, approval-seeking, toxic shame, comparison, self-doubt, burnout, emotional suppression, and the pressure to always achieve more.
Carlo shares his personal journey - from growing up in Italy without a biological father to struggling with self-worth and body confidence. Then, eventually, discovering the deeper work that now helps men break free from “nice guy syndrome” and become powerful, grounded leaders.
In this episode, we cover:
👉The difference between real confidence and pretending to be confident 👉Why so many men outsource their self-worth to success, status, money, and results 👉How “nice guy syndrome” shows up in business, leadership, relationships, and life 👉The link between people-pleasing, approval-seeking, toxic shame, and fear of rejection 👉Why high performers often achieve more but still feel like they are not enough 👉How business becomes one of the greatest personal development journeys 👉Why masculine leadership requires vulnerability, self-awareness, and emotional honesty 👉How to stop comparing yourself to others and take your power back
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:20 Genuine king vs pretender 00:05:00 Starting business at 18 00:07:40 The mask leaders wear 00:15:00 Personal purpose beats business purpose 00:22:40 Breaking nice guy syndrome 00:26:00 Three fears that run men 00:35:20 What do you really want 00:47:00 Character over goals 00:51:40 The comparison trap 00:56:20 Put yourself first today 00:58:00 Confidence is self-trust
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Success is not as complicated as people make it look.
In this episode of Two Blokes One Business, Harvey and Adam unpack why becoming successful can actually be simple - but not always easy.
From redefining success beyond money, mansions, and social media status…
To talking about hustle culture, self-belief, and doing what you say you are going to do - this conversation gets into what success really looks like in business and life.
If you are an entrepreneur, ambitious professional, or someone trying to create more freedom, purpose, and fulfillment, this episode is for you.
Tune in to hear about:
👉Why success is often more boring than people think 👉The difference between being rich and being truly wealthy 👉How social media creates a false image of success 👉The quickest, easiest, and most effective way to build “self-trust” 👉The role of hustle culture in business and entrepreneurship 👉Why hard work is seasonal, not a permanent badge of honour 👉How adversity, trauma and setbacks can shape successful people 👉Why consistency, curiosity and obsession matter more than motivation 👉How to balance business, parenting, relationships and personal growth
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:10 Recording mishap 00:04:50 Aliens and remote viewing 00:08:30 Babies and business grow together 00:12:50 Success at 20 versus 30 00:15:30 Rich is loud wealth is quiet 00:19:30 Success is temporary 00:24:50 The hustle myth unpacked 00:30:50 Doing what you say 00:38:50 Five lessons for 20-year-olds 00:44:50 Trauma and success
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
How a High-Achieving Woman Survived Domestic Violence (And Now Helps Others) | Tiarny Strachan
26 mai 2026
01:04:04
Tiarny Strachan was independent, ambitious, and successful - until a toxic relationship slowly stripped away her self-worth, safety, and identity.
This episode exposes the hidden reality of domestic violence, coercive control, psychological abuse, and high-functioning trauma - while showing what it really takes to heal, rebuild, and turn pain into purpose.
Tiarny opens up about the early signs she missed, the love bombing, the isolation, the psychological manipulation, the moment her life was nearly taken, and the long road of rebuilding herself afterwards.
She also shares how that experience became the foundation for her purpose: helping women move out of survival mode, reconnect with themselves, and step back into their power.
Tune in to hear about:
👉How toxic relationships slowly break down your identity 👉Why high achievers can still lose themselves in the wrong environment 👉The early warning signs of emotional abuse, coercive control, and love bombing 👉Why domestic violence is not always physical at the start 👉Why it’s so hard to leave an abusive or toxic relationship 👉The role of self-worth, self-forgiveness, and identity rebuilding in healing 👉How to support someone in a toxic relationship without judgment 👉The link between trauma, hyper-independence, business, motherhood, and relationships 👉How pain can become purpose when you choose to rebuild
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:20 How abuse really starts 00:05:20 Meth enters the picture 00:09:40 Held hostage begins 00:16:00 The death threat 00:19:40 Giving up to survive 00:24:20 He walks free 00:30:00 Watching the footage 00:35:40 Two lost years 00:45:40 Out of survival first 00:53:40 The boss bitch myth
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
3 Skills That Future-Proof Your Career (Whether You Stay Employed Or Start a Business)
19 mai 2026
01:04:13
What are the best skills to learn in 2026 if you want to future-proof your career, grow a business, and make more money in the AI economy?
In this episode, we reveal why AI, sales, and entrepreneurship are becoming highly important skills…
Especially for anyone who wants to grow their career, build a business, make more money, and stay valuable in a fast-changing economy.
We also cover how AI is changing the way people work, the most underrated life skills, and why entrepreneurial thinking can help you stand out in any industry.
Tune in today if you want to become harder to replace, more commercially valuable, and more confident in your ability to create opportunities.
Tune in to discover:
👉Why AI skills are essential for career growth and business success in 2026 👉How to use AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT to think, learn, research, and execute faster 👉How asking better questions can improve your sales calls, client meetings, and decision-making 👉Why curiosity is one of the most valuable human advantages in the AI era 👉How to overcome rejection, fear, and self-doubt in sales and business 👉The difference between revenue, profit, cash flow, OpEx, and real business success 👉Why entrepreneurship is a mindset, not just starting a company
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:40 The 45 grand mistake 00:04:20 The OpEx math 00:07:00 Long game vs dopamine 00:11:00 Three skills 00:11:40 The AI mindset divide 00:14:30 Productivity multiplier 00:18:40 Job creation stats 00:22:40 Why the brain resists change 00:25:00 Biggest AI mistakes 00:29:40 Sales = the dirty word 00:32:00 Micro wins ladder 00:37:00 Defining sales properly 00:40:40 Entrepreneurial traits 00:49:40 What kids need 00:56:40 The "I don't know" excuse 00:59:40 Blood test breakthrough
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
The 7-Figure Recruiter: My Alcoholic Dad, Football Failure, & Building A 7-Figure Business
12 mai 2026
01:10:53
Most people blame their environment, their upbringing, or bad luck for their current situation.
In this episode, Adam Powell explains how extreme ownership, sales, recruitment, and personal development helped him break generational patterns and rebuild his identity from scratch.
From growing up with an alcoholic father to walking away from professional football and building a successful business career in Australia - this is one of the rawest and most powerful conversations we’ve ever had.
This is a deep conversation about resilience, accountability, discipline, and what it really takes to rebuild your life from the ground up.
Tune in to discover:
👉The mindset shift that helped Adam go from a $45K salary to earning over $220K in recruitment 👉How walking away from professional football impacted Adam’s life 👉The subtle ways self-sabotage showed up during his football career and early adulthood 👉What moving to Australia with no clear plan taught Adam about identity, resilience, and reinvention 👉Why “extreme ownership” is a core principle in both business and life (and it should for you too) 👉The strange link between environment, ambition, and long-term success
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:02:40 Japan changed Adam 00:06:25 Why he’s nervous 00:10:00 The power of forced independence 00:17:40 More help, more rage 00:21:55 Dads suidcide 00:26:05 Breaking the cycle 00:34:25 Quitting pro football 00:40:00 Starting life in Australia from scratch 00:46:40 Two bartender story 00:49:05 45K to 220K 00:52:25 Starting HARWELL. 01:03:45 The curse of high performers 01:05:45 What 15-year-old Adam wants
If you’ve ever struggled with self-belief, identity, motivation, toxic family dynamics, career direction, or overcoming adversity, this episode will hit hard.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
She Quit Teaching And Started a Career In Remote Sales | Brooke Triplett
05 mai 2026
01:11:16
Everyone wants financial freedom and a remote income - but almost no one is willing to fix the one thing that actually makes a career change work.
We’re joined by Brooke Triplett (founder of the original She Sells™), who shares how she went from a stuck, overwhelmed primary school teacher…
To building a thriving sales business that's helped over 2,000 women transition into remote sales careers - with zero prior sales experience.
If you're a woman who's working hard, running on fumes, and you know there's more out there… but you can't see the next step?
Tune in to hear about:
👉 The #1 skill for success in business and sales (most people get this completely wrong) 👉 How to transition from a "secure" 9-to-5 job into a high-income remote sales career 👉 The truth about sales… and why it's NOT pushy, icky, or manipulative 👉 Why women naturally excel in sales using skills they already have 👉 How to overcome fear, self-doubt, and the identity shift from employee to entrepreneur 👉 Why chasing money is the wrong goal (and what to focus on instead) 👉 How to build real-time freedom, location freedom, and financial independence
Key Moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:24 Back yourself 110% 00:02:42 Women's sales edge 00:06:42 The Possum Magic moment 00:10:40 Labels keep you stuck 00:14:00 $22k vs $1,400 00:16:05 Burn the boats 00:23:45 The DDRC framework 00:25:28 Reading energy on calls 00:38:20 Get off the train 00:47:40 Authenticity wins 01:02:45 Sales plus AI 01:07:40 Swap "but" for "though"
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
What Happens to Your Brain After 5 Drinks a Week | Ben Lowe
28 avr. 2026
01:25:02
If you can’t go 30 days without alcohol, are you really in control… or are you actually dealing with a high-functioning drinking problem?
We’re back with a previous guest, Ben Lowe, exploring the real reason behind alcohol use in high-performing men and entrepreneurs.
We also look at why even “social drinking” can hold you back and how sobriety can unlock clarity, discipline, and next-level performance.
If you've tried quitting before and fallen back in, this is the episode that explains why - and what to do differently this time.
Tune in to discover:
👉The hidden psychology behind alcohol and addiction 👉Why high-functioning men still struggle with drinking 👉How alcohol impacts your business, relationships, and mental health 👉The shocking impact just 5 drinks a week has on your brain 👉The truth about “weekend drinking” and why it’s still a problem 👉What actually works when trying to quit alcohol for good
Key Moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Three levels of sobriety 00:04:00 Ben's fifteen-year battle 00:14:30 The penny drop moment 00:19:20 We're all addicts 00:28:00 Alcohol as brain damage 00:31:00 The ninety-day superpowers 00:38:30 Why partners pull away 00:44:50 Set your real why 00:52:00 Environment changes everything 00:58:00 Tom Holland's sober empire 01:12:00 Vulnerability beats bravado 01:20:00 Final words to listeners
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
She Lost Everything at 17 and Built 8 Businesses by 30
21 avr. 2026
00:58:13
What if the reason your business, personal brand, or entrepreneurial journey feels hard right now isn’t because of your strategy - but instead it’s the fact you’re building something that doesn’t actually fit who you are?
In this episode, our guest Priscilla Ann shares the powerful story behind her journey. She shares how she left home at 17, built multiple businesses, and quickly learnt that success outside of alignment can feel empty.
Whether you’re starting out, scaling up, or burning out, there’s something in this episode that’ll resonate with you.
Tune in to discover
👉Why building a business without alignment eventually catches up with you 👉The reality of “faking it” in the early stages… and when that stops working 👉How personal branding actually works (beyond trends and surface-level advice) 👉The role of partners, environment, and support systems in your growth 👉Why more businesses, more money, or more success doesn’t always mean fulfillment 👉The shift from hustle-driven success to purpose-led work 👉What it looks like to rebuild from nothing (emotionally, financially, and mentally)
Key Moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 The country road bag 00:02:40 First God moment 00:03:40 Family that saved her 00:05:20 Falling into entrepreneurship 00:10:20 Wearing eight masks 00:11:40 The meltdown at 30 00:14:20 Ego versus true self 00:23:20 Biggest branding mistake 00:26:20 Power of vulnerability 00:32:40 Handling trolls 00:43:00 Supporting your partner 00:51:00 The identity shift 00:56:00 Just do it
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
You're Sitting on a $500K Skillset And You Don't Even Know It
14 avr. 2026
00:56:31
You’re Sitting On a $500K Skillset (And You Don’t Even Know It). Most professionals spend 10-15 years building their experience and network…
Only to feel stuck, underpaid, and capped.
In this episode, we’re revealing how everyday professionals are turning their existing experience into high-income businesses - using recruitment as the vehicle (with no prior experience).
Tune in to discover:
👉Why most careers cap your income (no matter how hard you work) 👉How professionals are unlocking $300K to $500K+ income potential 👉The exact process to monetise your existing skills 👉Why recruitment is one of the most underrated high-income businesses 👉How to use AI to start and scale faster 👉The mindset shift from employee to business owner 👉How to build freedom, income, and control over your life
Key Moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Banter 00:04:00 Britt launches a business in 12 days with two kids 00:09:20 How recruitment became the vehicle for their lives 00:10:40 The $500K skillset you don't know you have 00:16:00 Why career-changers start with a 10-year head start 00:19:20 Inside the RAI course structure and journey 00:21:40 The income calculator and reverse-engineering your goal 00:28:00 The Niche Decision Blueprint explained 00:34:00 Why recruitment is risk mitigation not selling 00:42:00 Renting your career vs. owning your future 00:48:00 Why your business is NOT a family 00:51:00 It has never been easier to start a business
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👉Interested in launching a high-paying recruitment business (with no prior experience)?
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
He Sold Sweets at School and Then Built a $100M Empire
07 avr. 2026
01:18:21
You can work hard every day and still stay stuck. This episode shares why most people fail at personal development, entrepreneurship, and building a success mindset (and how to fix it).
Our guest, Jack Corbett (Founder Corbwood & Associates), shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey.
From growing up with nothing… to building businesses, developing unshakable self-belief, and learning how to take full ownership of life.
If you're sitting on an idea, stuck in a rut, or wondering what separates the people who make it from those who don't - this is for you.
Tune in to discover:
👉Why accountability is the foundation of success 👉How to stop caring what others think and build real confidence 👉The truth about masculinity, vulnerability, and growth 👉How your environment shapes your future (and when to leave it) 👉The mindset shift that turns failure into fuel 👉Why most people never reach their potential 👉How to build discipline, belief, and resilience from nothing 👉The real reason authenticity beats performance every time 👉How successful people think: belief → action → results
Key Moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Trials that shaped the man 00:04:31 Authenticity as a competitive edge 00:06:02 What holds people back from their potential 00:07:38 Accountability and the F-Up Bell 00:11:00 Why rigid goals fail most people 00:14:38 What 15-year-old Jack would be proudest of 00:17:40 Lessons in resilience from a tough upbringing 00:23:14 The sweet-selling empire at 14 00:28:40 Timing in business and knowing when to walk 00:37:00 Humility, respect, and earning a chance 00:44:20 Captain vs head coach 00:47:40 Falling in love with learning 00:54:44 How Jack reads and retains 57 books a year 00:57:20 The loneliness of success and asking for help 01:07:00 Act like the person who can change your life is watching 01:11:20 The Australian tax rant and offshoring reality 01:18:46 One tip for someone who hasn't started yet
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
The BIG Lie We Tell Ourselves About “Playing It Safe”
31 mars 2026
00:55:52
Everyone says “play it safe”… but avoiding risk is exactly why most people stay broke, stuck, and average.
In this episode, we’re breaking down the truth about risk, business, and why most people stay stuck.
If you’ve ever thought about starting a business, changing careers, or making more money… but haven’t taken action… this is for you.
You’ll also hear the mindset, frameworks, and real-life examples behind taking calculated risks, building a recruitment business, and escaping the cycle of “just enough” income.
Tune in to discover:
👉Why avoiding risk is actually the biggest risk 👉The difference between average thinking vs high performers 👉How to calculate risk before making big decisions 👉The concept of opportunity cost (and why it’s costing you more than you think) 👉Why most people never take action (and how to fix it) 👉How to transition from employee to entrepreneur 👉Why recruitment is one of the best business models right now 👉The exact framework we use to make high-stakes business decisions
Key Moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:02:24 Recruitment Agent Institute Launch 00:05:57 Meet the Five Pilot Testers 00:13:13 Why Playing Safe Kills You 00:16:33 The Mountain Climbing Paradox 00:20:06 The Biggest Risk of All 00:26:07 Pain, Pleasure and Risk Triggers 00:27:00 The Release Valve Framework 00:29:56 Opportunity Cost Explained 00:34:06 AI Risk and Being Replaceable 00:37:34 How to Start Taking Risks 00:40:20 The Flip Flop Maker Analogy 00:44:07 Stop Asking the Wrong People 00:48:40 Hiring People Better Than You 00:51:24 The Gift of the Gab Debate
If you want an above-average life, you must take risks - tune in to find out how to get started.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Special Forces Mindset: How to Stay Calm Under Pressure | John Templeton
24 mars 2026
01:14:42
People think mental toughness is about pushing harder under stress.
This episode reveals what Special Forces military training actually teaches us about handling pressure, resilience, and success.
Join us and our guest John Templeton as we dissect what it really takes to succeed - through a busines, physical, and military lens.
If you're building a business, feeling stuck, or trying to level up mentally… this will change how you think about discipline, pressure, and success.
👉 Why mental toughness alone is not enough 👉How Special Forces training builds real resilience 👉The truth about stress and why it’s always contextual 👉Why most people fail under pressure (and how to fix it) 👉The hidden danger of seeking validation through success 👉How to overcome fear, shame, and self-doubt 👉The real reason high achievers still feel empty 👉How to build a strong mindset for business and life
Key Moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:42 From Drugs to the Army 00:04:00 You Fall to Your Training 00:08:40 Who Passes SAS Selection 00:12:40 Support vs. Challenge 00:16:13 Mental Toughness is a Myth 00:25:00 The Pride That Broke Him 00:30:44 The Myth of Sisyphus 00:38:23 Sharing a Stage with Tony Robbins 00:45:00 The Guinness World Record 00:50:00 Validation is a Futile Game 00:53:00 How to Dissolve Fear and Shame 00:58:40 Relationships as a Business Asset 01:03:40 Advice for New Entrepreneurs
Hit play now and discover why the most dangerous thing you can do is tie your identity to what you achieve.
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
He Ran 700km Across South Korea Alone (Here’s What Happened) | Will Peck
17 mars 2026
00:46:41
What happens when an ordinary person decides to do something extraordinary?
In this episode, Will Peck shares his insane challenge… running from the north to the south of South Korea… completely alone, in freezing conditions, with nothing but discipline and determination.
This episode is a masterclass on mental toughness, consistency, overcoming fear, and becoming the kind of person who actually follows through.
Tune in to hear about:
👉Why discipline beats motivation every time
👉How to start when you’re scared, unsure, or not ready
👉The power of breaking big goals into small, achievable steps
👉Why mental strength matters more than physical ability
👉How consistency builds confidence, identity, and success
👉The truth about fear, self-doubt, and taking action anyway
👉How fitness and daily habits can transform your life and career
👉Why most people fail before they even begin
Key Moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:40 Running The Length Of South Korea 00:06:40 Day One Panic 00:10:00 Creating Content From Scratch 00:13:40 Why Training Was Harder 00:16:00 Mental Training Over Physical 00:17:20 The Knock-On Effect On Life 00:21:00 Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone 00:24:40 Breaking Big Goals Down 00:28:00 Fear And Getting Started 00:33:00 The Fitness & Success Connection 00:38:20 Building Culture Remotely
Hit play now and find out what happens when an ordinary person decides to stop thinking and start running (literally).
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
He Went to Prison 6 Times Before He Became A Successful Entrepreneur | Ben Lowe
10 mars 2026
01:05:36
He went to prison 6 times… was addicted to crystal meth for years… and nearly lost everything.
In this week’s episode of Two Blokes One Business, the chaps are joined by Ben Lowe ( Founder of INTOCHANGE and The New Age Man Program).
From dealing drugs and running from police - to becoming a successful entrepreneur and mentor for men. Ben breaks down the turning points that forced him to face his past, take responsibility, and completely transform who he was.
This episode explored addiction recovery, masculinity, discipline, entrepreneurship, and fatherhood - and why so many men sabotage their potential through habits that keep them stuck.
What This Episode Covers
👉 The hidden connection between entrepreneurship, dopamine, and addiction 👉 The truth about modern masculinity and leadership as a man 👉 Why your children are always watching the example you set as a father 👉 What it actually feels like walking out of prison for the first time 👉 Why many men replace drug addiction with work addiction 👉 The shocking moment that forced Ben to finally change his life 👉 How discipline and challenges like 75 Hard helped rebuild his identity 👉 The truth about addiction problems (and what they actually are)
If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, father, or someone trying to build a better life, this conversation will hit hard.
Key Moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Walking Out of Prison 00:04:00 The Slippery Slope of Drugs 00:07:00 The Turning Point 00:09:20 Criminal to Personal Trainer 00:11:00 The Armed Robbery Charge 00:14:00 The Mirror Moment 00:16:00 Identity and Sobriety 00:20:20 Why the "Why" Must Be Big Enough 00:24:00 Boredom and Sitting With Yourself 00:26:00 The Dopamine Treadmill 00:29:20 Addiction Shifts to Business 00:35:40 Using Your Story to Help Others 00:39:20 Building the Coaching Business 00:43:40 The Son Crying at the Door 00:45:00 Addiction Is Never the Real Problem 00:49:00 The Wheel of Life Audit 00:51:00 The Shifting Role of Men 00:57:40 Three Questions to Ask Yourself Now
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Why Most People Never Start a Business (It’s Not Money)
04 mars 2026
00:57:26
There’s something more painful than failing… It’s watching someone else build the life you wanted.
If you’ve ever hesitated to start a business, take a risk, or step into something bigger because of fear of failure, it’s time to confront what’s really holding you back.
Most people don’t fail because they lack skill.
They fail because they don’t want to risk embarrassment.
So they stay stuck playing it safe, staying comfortable, and telling themselves “now’s not the right time”.
Tune in to discover:
👉Why “I can’t afford it” is often a belief problem, not a money problem
👉What saying “I don’t have time” really means
👉The reality of starting a business with kids, a mortgage, and real pressure
👉The truth about imposter syndrome in entrepreneurship
👉Why no one is a “natural” at business or success
👉Cash flow stress and scaling lessons from building in real time
👉Hiring mistakes and culture lessons
👉The identity shift required to move from thinking to doing
Key Moments:
00:03:00 No Alcohol for 2026 00:08:00 AI Tools Transforming Training 00:10:00 The Reason You Can't Is Why You Should 00:12:20 I Can't Afford It 00:22:00 I Don't Have The Time 00:30:00 Life Circumstances Excuse 00:32:00 I'm Not A Natural 00:39:00 Fear of Failure 00:45:40 7 Year Old Entrepreneur Question 00:48:40 Managing Tight Cash Flow
Hit play now and find out why the thing holding you back is the thing pushing you forward.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
From Zero Clients to $15.5M Revenue in 24 Months | Sam Hope & Jory Humpreys
24 févr. 2026
01:13:09
Thinking about starting a recruitment agency?
Wondering how to scale a recruitment business without burning cash?
Curious how a brand-new recruitment startup hit $15.5M revenue in year two?
Before you quit your recruitment job - you need to hear this!
Most recruiters talk about starting a business.
Very few actually do it.
In this episode, we break down exactly how two founders scaled a recruitment agency to $15.5M revenue in year two, became one of the fastest-growing companies in Australia, and launched a second business.
And how they did it all while navigating risk, burnout, partnerships, offshore teams, and massive mindset shifts.
Our guests, Sam Hope and Jory Humpreys, are the founders of H People and Wingman Recruitment.
If you’re a recruiter thinking about going out on your own… or an agency owner trying to scale … this episode will show you what it actually takes.
What You’ll Learn
👉How to scale a recruitment agency from zero
👉Why abundance mindset beats scarcity thinking
👉When to hire your first recruiter (and how to reduce risk)
👉How to build a profitable temp recruitment desk
👉The real truth about business partnerships
👉How to integrate offshore recruitment teams properly
👉Why most agencies fail with virtual assistants
👉The delegation framework founders must master
Whether you run a recruitment agency, plan to start one, or want to scale any service business fast, this episode gives you a practical playbook.
Key moments:
00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 The Secret to $15.5M in Year Two 00:04:00 Starting with Zero Clients 00:08:00 Business Partnerships Done Right 00:12:00 Mistakes That Cost Real Cash 00:15:20 When to Ignore Your Mentor 00:20:00 Founder to Leader Transition 00:23:00 The Terrifying Leap 00:28:00 Why Employment Feels Safe But Isn't 00:33:00 Embracing Change and AI 00:40:00 How Wingman Recruitment Was Born 00:50:20 Remote Professionals Not Virtual Assistants 00:56:00 The Finish Line That Doesn't Exist 01:03:00 Content and Personal Brand Strategy
Listen now and steal the growth framework behind one of Australia's fastest-growing companies.
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
We Started Running Our Personal Life Like a Business… Here’s What Happened
17 févr. 2026
00:57:55
Should you run your relationship like a business?
At first, it sounds cold, unromantic, and too structured.
But what if applying CEO-level systems, goal setting, and EOS principles to your personal life is exactly what high-performing entrepreneurs need to balance business and family?
In this episode of the Two Blokes, One Business Podcast, we break down why structuring your life like a CEO might be the missing piece to building wealth and strong relationships.
We dive into applying Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) principles to your personal life, why scheduling date nights isn’t unromantic, and how goal-setting can actually improve intimacy, connection, and fulfillment.
If you're building a business but struggling to balance ambition with family, this episode is for you.
Tune in to hear about:
👉How to set a 10-year vision, 3-year plan, and quarterly goals for your life
👉Why busy entrepreneurs must structure romance and family time
👉The truth about “doing the things” vs “knowing the things”
👉How to stop analysis paralysis and actually execute
👉Why most networking events are overrated (and what to do instead)
👉Optimism vs pessimism mindset… and how it shapes your results
👉How to balance business growth without damaging your relationship
👉The framework for better communication in high-performance partnerships
Key moments:
00:01:00 Quick Life Updates 00:07:20 Running Your Personal Life Like a Business 00:09:20 Why Structure Creates Freedom at Home 00:12:40 Using EOS for Your 10 Year Personal Vision 00:15:40 Level 10 Meetings With Your Partner 00:20:00 Quarterly Rocks for Family Goals 00:24:00 The Six Life Pillars to Plan Around 00:28:00 Small Habits That Stack Into Big Change 00:34:20 Getting Started Is 90% of the Work 00:39:40 The Parking Lot Mindset Shift 00:44:20 Overrated vs Underrated: New Segment
If you're grinding hard in business but feel like your personal life is running on autopilot, hit play now and get the exact framework to fix it.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Try This Breathwork Method And Change Your Business Forever | Chris Payten
10 févr. 2026
01:06:27
When you live in fight-or-flight long enough, stress becomes your personality… and that’s exactly what’s happening to most entrepreneurs.
Today we’re joined by Chris Payten, who’s unpacking how entrepreneurs can use breathwork, nervous system regulation techniques, and emotional regulation to win…
And why so many high performers stay stuck in fight-or-flight without realising it.
This conversation connects mental health, performance, leadership, and healing in a way that’s practical, grounded, and immediately usable for business owners.
We break down:
👉Why traditional talk therapy often doesn’t work for high performers
👉How chronic stress silently drives anxiety, burnout, and poor decisions
👉Why “working harder” often makes things worse
👉How breathing directly controls your nervous system, emotions, and focus
👉Why emotional regulation is one of the most important skills in business
Key moments:
00:01:00 Releasing decades of trauma 00:04:00 How breathwork affects the brain 00:08:00 Chris's darkest moment 00:11:40 The breathing session that changed everything 00:15:40 The problem with fear-driven success 00:22:40 Three nervous system states 00:32:00 Live breathing rate tes 00:38:40 The 5-5-5 breathing protocol for instant calm 00:45:00 Why mouth breathing destroys your health 00:51:00 Men need transition time 00:59:00 Steve Jobs' five critical tasks method
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
How To Know If Entrepreneurship Is Actually For You
03 févr. 2026
00:58:17
Are you actually cut out to be an entrepreneur… or are you better off staying employed?
In this episode, we’re unpacking the REAL traits of successful entrepreneurs, the mindset required to start and grow a business, and business ownership vs a traditional career.
We’re also exploring the psychological side of entrepreneurship, including fear, self-doubt, responsibility, discipline, and the reality of living without a safety net.
Inspired by lessons seen in high performers like Alex Hormozi, Steven Bartlett, and Tony Robbins, you’ll hear what separates people who think about starting a business from those who actually build one.
Tune in to hear about:
👉How to tell if you’re wired for entrepreneurship
👉Signs you should (or shouldn’t) start a business
👉The difference between a job, a career, and a calling
👉Why being “comfortable” can be more dangerous than being unhappy
👉Entrepreneur mindset vs employee mindset
👉The real stress and responsibility of business ownership
👉High-performance habits that transfer into entrepreneurship
👉Why discipline beats motivation in business
👉How belief, action, and results create momentum
If you’ve ever wondered “Should I start a business?”, felt stuck in a comfortable job, or questioned whether you have what it takes to succeed in entrepreneurship - this conversation is for you.
Key moments:
00:02:40 The no-drinking experiment 00:10:40 Am I cut out to be an entrepreneur? 00:13:40 Why people jump into entrepreneurship 00:17:00 The Region Beta Paradox explained 00:23:40 Essential traits that predict business success 00:31:00 The framework for momentum 00:41:00 Skills you need versus skills you can learn 00:47:00 Decision-making difference 00:52:00 Why life outside work determines success inside it
Whether you're considering leaving your job to start a business, already in the early stages of entrepreneurship, or simply curious about what business ownership is really like…
You’ll walk away with clarity on whether this path fits your personality, lifestyle, and long-term goals.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Why Insecurity Creates High Achievers (And Why It Eventually Breaks Them) | Lewis Huckstep
27 janv. 2026
01:14:10
If your success is fuelled by pressure, fear, or proving you’re “enough,” - burnout is inevitable.
Mindset coach Lewis Huckstep joins the lads to pull back the curtain on the psychology of insecurity-driven success, hustle culture, trauma, and what it actually takes to build a fulfilling life (without burning yourself out).
Tune in to hear about:
✅Why insecurity is one of the most powerful fuels for high achievement
✅Hustle culture vs healing: when the grind works (and when it destroys you)
✅External success vs internal fulfillment
✅How childhood trauma shapes ambition, drive, and self-sabotage
✅Why high achievers sabotage relationships, health, and happiness
✅How to build success that doesn’t consume you
✅Purpose, values, and aligned ambition
✅Why fulfillment doesn’t come from “bigger goals”
Listen now to discover your core wound and turn it into unstoppable purpose.
Key moments:
00:01:00 The Insecure High Achiever Problem 00:07:00 How Trauma Shows Up In Relationships 00:13:00 Finding Purpose From Your Wounds 00:17:30 Live Core Wound Exercise 00:29:00 Building An Inspired Life 00:38:00 Lewis's Burnout Story 00:44:30 Growing To Nearly 1M Followers 00:51:00 Balancing Business And Fatherhood 00:57:40 Parenting As The Ultimate Mirror 01:06:00 Why Society Keeps Us Stuck
Whether you're grinding toward your first million or questioning why success hasn't made you happy yet, this conversation offers a blueprint for sustainable achievement.
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
What No One Warns You About When You Start Scaling
20 janv. 2026
00:52:05
Scaling a business sounds exciting… until you’re the bottleneck, hiring feels risky, and imposter syndrome hits you in the face every single day.
In this episode of Two Blokes One Business, we break down exactly what it’s like to grow a recruitment business, hire the right people, and build systems without burning out.
From hiring new team members and reducing key person risk, to battling imposter syndrome, building systems, and learning when to let go — this is a behind-the-scenes look at growing a recruitment business without burning out.
We break down:
✅Why hiring is the hardest (and most important) part of scaling
✅The real mistakes founders make when growing too quickly
✅How offshore and remote hires can outperform local hires
✅Why documenting SOPs and onboarding properly changes everything
✅How imposter syndrome actually means you’re growing
✅The mindset shift from “doing everything” to building leverage
✅Energy management, deep work, and why time off matters
✅What “Full Hammer” really means for business and life
Listen to this episode if you want to learn how to push through your current business ceiling - without burning out in the process.
Key moments:
00:05:40 The Full Hammer Philosophy 00:10:00 Three New Hires Starting 00:22:40 AI Implementation Progress 00:25:00 Key Person Risk Problem 00:29:20 SOP Documentation Lessons 00:31:00 Imposter Syndrome Reframe 00:39:20 End Goal for Harwell Group 00:46:40 Looking Up vs Looking Down 00:50:40 85-Year-Old Reflection Test
If you’re thinking about:
✔️ Scaling your business ✔️ Hiring your first (or next) employee ✔️ Moving from employee to entrepreneur ✔️ Building systems and processes ✔️ Creating long-term freedom through business
…this episode is for you.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
"I Felt Empty at the Top" - Alex Rance’s Candid Confession About High Performance
13 janv. 2026
01:15:20
What happens when you reach the top… and still feel empty?
In this powerful episode, former AFL star Alex Rance unpacks life after elite sport, the cost of high performance, and how he rebuilt his identity, purpose, and business - after leaving professional football.
We explore themes every high achiever, entrepreneur, and career professional faces.
Which mean you’ll hear about burnout, imposter syndrome, work-life balance, and the never-ending chase for more.
Tune in to discover:
✅ Why success without purpose can feel empty ✅ The hidden cost of being “all in” on your goals ✅ Navigating identity loss after elite performance ✅ How to find balance between business & family ✅ The truth about momentum, burnout & fulfillment ✅ How to evaluate opportunities and avoid distraction ✅ Traits that will ALWAYS lead to success (in any era)
This episode gives you unique insights on purpose-driven entrepreneurship, self-awareness, and redefining success on your own terms.
Key moments:
00:05:00 Finding Balance Between Ambition and Family 00:09:00 The Deathbed Test 00:13:00 What Financial Freedom Is Really About 00:19:20 Identity Change After Career Shifts 00:28:00 The 5-10 Degree Pivot Principle 00:34:00 Kids vs Business 00:45:40 The Thoughts-Feelings-Actions Loop 00:55:40 Momentality: Owning Micro-Moments 01:03:00 Sleep as the Ultimate Performance Lever 01:08:00 One Practical Step to Take Today
Listen now to discover the simple framework that helps you define success on your own terms.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
We Failed Every Resolution Until We Discovered This Three-Step Framework
06 janv. 2026
01:10:55
Ready to make 2026 the year that actually changes you? Tune in and steal the exact framework we use to go full hammer every single year.
Your future self will thank you.
In this episode of Two Blokes One Business, we break down why most New Year’s resolutions fail and how to actually build discipline (not just motivation).
You’ll also hear the practical systems we use to stay consistent when life gets hectic.
If you’ve ever started strong in January and then faded by February, this episode is for you.
We cover:
✅The real reason your motivation disappears
✅How to set goals that actually stick
✅Habit stacking + reducing friction
✅Accountability (and why a competitive mate helps)
✅Confidence after failure
✅Balancing business growth with being present at home
Key moments:
00:08:40 No Alcohol for 2026 00:13:00 Why January Motivation Fails 00:18:00 Identity Over Outcomes 00:21:40 Dopamine and High Achievers 00:28:40 Tactics for Bad Days 00:33:00 Mindfulness and Presence 00:42:40 The Three-Step Framework 00:45:40 Moving Goalposts Trap 00:56:00 Listener Q&A
January motivation is a trap - tune in for what really works.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
REVEALED: The Recruitment Agent Institute - Earn $30k a month
16 déc. 2025
01:08:18
What if you didn’t have to start again, take a pay cut, or go backwards to completely change your life?
In this episode of the Two Blokes One Business Podcast, Adam Powell and Harvey Rivers officially announce the launch of the Recruitment Agent Institute (RAI).
The Recruitment Agent Institute is an education platform designed to give career-changers the knowledge, tools, and frameworks we’ve used at Harwell - so they can earn up to $30k a month, working part-time hours.
Tune in to discover:
✅Why recruitment is one of the most underrated high-income business models
✅How industry experts can outperform traditional recruiters from day one
✅How to monetise your experience, network, and credibility
✅What 30k+ months in recruitment actually look like
✅The truth about sales, recruitment, and problem-solving
✅Why job security is a myth (and what real security looks like)
✅How the Recruitment Agent Institute works and who it’s built for
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m capable of more” but felt trapped by responsibilities, this episode is for you.
Key moments:
00:03:00 Harvey's Wedding Day 00:07:40 Investment Property Announcement 00:11:40 The New Business Tease 00:16:20 RAI Official Reveal 00:22:20 The Career Trap Problem 00:29:00 The $30K Monthly Baseline 00:37:00 Freedom Beyond Money 00:41:00 The Sales Myth Busted 00:51:00 $100K Week From Inbound 01:03:00 Founding Member Slots Open
👉Interested in the Recruitment Agent Institute? Send the word “FOUNDING” to one of the Instagram profiles below:
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
How Cancer At 11 Gave Her A Fearless Business Mindset | Niamh Sullivan
09 déc. 2025
01:05:47
Niamh Sullivan left her “dream job” at Channel 7, built a creative agency with global clients like Meta - and did it by leading with purpose.
Today, we’re exploring what it really takes to leave your career, survive chaos, and scale a founder-led brand that stands out in any market.
You’ll hear Niamh’s incredible and unexpected journey - from surviving cancer as a child to launching a thriving business that works with global brands.
Tune in to discover:
✅How to start a business that aligns with your purpose
✅Why founder-led branding is the future
✅The mindset shift needed to quit your “dream job”
✅What creative entrepreneurs MUST focus on to stand out
✅Delegation, systems & scaling as a service-based business
✅How to create a culture that clients and employees LOVE
Whether you're in the early days of launching your business or considering a bold career pivot, this episode will inspire you to trust your gut, lead with authenticity, and build something that truly reflects who you are.
Key moments:
00:02:00 Defining clear brand foundations 00:05:00 The shift to founder-led content 00:08:00 Balancing boss mode with banter 00:10:20 One thing creatives must do first 00:12:40 Why ego caps your growth 00:17:00 Surviving cancer at age 11 00:21:00 How near-death shapes decisions 00:26:00 Landing the Channel Seven dream 00:33:00 Ignoring doubters and trusting yourself 00:41:00 Removing the fear of change 00:46:40 Building brand foundations from scratch 00:53:00 Cold pitching to land Meta as a client 01:01:00 The final advice: it's not that serious
If you've been waiting for the "right time" to make your move, this conversation will show you why that moment is already here.
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
How We Built Australia's 5th Fastest-Growing Company in 2.5 Years
02 déc. 2025
01:08:26
In this episode of Two Blokes One Business, we pull back the curtain on how we scaled HARWELL. from a $20K startup to $5.92M in revenue - earning the title of 5th fastest growing company in Australia on the 2025 AFR Fast 100 list.
You'll hear about the wins, the mistakes, and the lessons that got us here.
If you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or thinking of starting your own recruitment agency, this episode is packed with gold.
You’ll also hear about:
✅How the Australian Financial Review Fast 100 rankings work
✅The early days of HARWELL. - from spare room startup to national recognition
✅Building a business without external funding
✅Turning failures into fuel (like when we lost 6-figures)
✅Creating a scalable recruitment business model
✅Using SOPs, AI, and EOS to scale sustainably
✅How content, community, and playing the long game built our brand
✅Lessons for any entrepreneur growing a service-based business
Whether you're grinding solo or building a team, this is a must-listen if you want to grow a business the right way - with purpose, profit, and people at the core.
Key moments:
00:02:40 Fifth Fastest in Australia 00:06:00 The Numbers Behind Growth 00:13:00 Pure Energy Over Strategy 00:16:40 Disaster Month 00:23:00 High Ticket Advantage 00:27:00 Learning From Every Exit 00:32:00 Playing The Long Game 00:38:00 Building Your Brain First 00:46:20 Documenting The Harwell Way 01:00:00 Recruitment Agent Institute Launch
Listen now to discover the mindset, systems, and strategies behind one of Australia's fastest-growing companies.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
He Was a Stripper, Cage Fighter, & Now He runs a Multi-Million Dollar Company | Barratt Kennett
25 nov. 2025
01:20:29
Ex-MMA fighter, former stripper, and now multi-million dollar CEO - In this explosive episode of the Two Blokes One Business podcast, we’re joined by the unstoppable Barratt Kennett.
Barratt shares his journey from fighting in the ring and burnout to building a 50-person sales powerhouse - and launching his elite high-performance coaching programme, Cheat Code.
If you're chasing more profits, better performance, and personal growth, this episode will fire you up.
Tune in to hear about
✅ What makes a great sales team
✅ The hard truths about transitioning from athlete to entrepreneur
✅ How to lead with purpose and build winning culture
✅ The real reason most people never start a business (are you guilty of this?)
✅ How to scale your business without losing your values
✅ Why learning & growth is your #1 business hack… start doing this NOW!
Whether you're launching a startup, scaling a team, building a coaching brand or just sick of playing small, Barratt’s story will shake you awake.
Key moments:
00:10:00 Athletes & Depression 00:17:40 Team Evaluation Matrix 00:25:40 Entrepreneurship Story 00:34:20 The Infinite Business Game 00:44:00 Knights & Dragons 01:06:00 Surrounding Yourself Right 01:17:40 Purpose Over Profit
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👉About Barratt Kennett
Barratt is CEO of Cheat Code Sales & EFCOMM, a best-selling author, and the go-to-guy for sales-driven businesses who want to scale up results.
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
AI Will Replace Your Job (Unless You Do This First)
18 nov. 2025
00:43:37
Can your job survive the AI revolution - or will you be replaced by a bot in the next 2 years?
With A being able to cut a week of work down to one hour - we’re showing you how to do the same in your job, business, or side hustle.
We’re not here to scare you – we’re here to get you ahead of the curve so you can leverage AI in your business or career.
From automating low-value tasks with AI to scaling businesses faster than ever - we explore how professionals in recruitment, finance, engineering, and more can leverage AI tools like ChatGPT, and more, to stay relevant, make more money, and even work less.
Tune in to discover:
✅How to replace low-value tasks with AI
✅The 5-step framework to build personal leverage
✅What jobs are most likely to be replaced by AI
✅How to build an AI stack for your role or business
✅Why personal branding + AI is the ultimate power combo
✅Tools like WhisperFlow, Notion AI, ChatGPT and how we use them
Listen to this full episode now and discover the exact five-step framework that will make you irreplaceable in the AI economy - whether you stay employed or start your own business.
Key moments
00:04:00 You Are F***ed 00:07:40 AI Workforce Replacement 00:11:00 Productivity Numbers 00:14:20 AI-Proof Careers 00:19:00 Intrapreneurial Shift 00:23:00 Job Security Is Dead 00:36:00 Five-Step Leverage Framework 00:41:00 Network Awareness Building
The choice is yours: get on the AI ship or get left behind.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
How to Test, Validate, and Scale Your Startup (With Will Hawkins)
11 nov. 2025
00:58:57
Thinking about quitting your 9-5 and starting your own business? This episode breaks down how one founder went from side gigs and countless setbacks to running two digital companies.
From selling American candy at age six to launching two high-growth startups, Will Hawkins reveals the truth behind building his digital businesses - Appifany and Rentsy
This discussion goes deep into the real journey of starting, scaling, and surviving in the world of startups.
Tune in to hear about:
✅How Will built Appifany to help entrepreneurs turn app ideas into real businesses
✅The early lessons from DJing, candy sales, and startup failures
✅Why product-market fit matters more than passion
✅How to manage co-founder relationships and roles
✅Why starting small and testing locally was key to scaling successfully
✅The challenges of running multiple startups at once
✅The power of mentorship, community, and resilience in entrepreneurship
If you’re wondering how to start a business, build an app, or transition from your 9-5 into your own company, this is the conversation you need to hear.
Key Moments:
00:01:00 Early entrepreneurship 00:04:40 Entrepreneurial vs academic upbringing 00:10:20 Starting Appifany 00:15:00 Brutal setbacks 00:21:00 Learning from failures 00:28:00 Co-founder relationships (like marriage) 00:42:00 Rentsy origin story & strategy 00:47:40 Why haven't they gone national? 00:53:00 Three tips for younger entrepreneurs
Listen now to discover how to turn your business idea into reality without risking everything.
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
The ONLY Way To Escape Your 9-5 (Especially If You Don’t Feel Ready)
04 nov. 2025
00:47:57
Something crazy happens when you stop overthinking, drop perfection, and finally go all-in on yourself.
In today’s episode of The Two Blokes One Business Podcast - we’re calling out the difference between THINKERS and DOERS.
From overcoming the fear of failure to dropping corporate safety nets and building from scratch - we’re sharing real-life lessons, the startup mindset, the cost of inaction, and why version 1 beats version none.
Tune in to discover:
✅ Why most people stay stuck in the idea phase and never get any further
✅ A sneaky psychological weapon doers use that thinkers never discover
✅ The real reason why perfectionism is killing your business dreams
✅ Why Smart People Stay Broke While Average People Get Rich
✅ The brutal truth about starting your own business (hear what it really takes)
✅ How to navigate the mindset shift from employee to entrepreneur
Key Moments:
00:02:00 Thinkers vs doers 00:07:00 Proof that action works 00:11:00 Reframing risk in entrepreneurship 00:14:00 The power of purpose 00:29:00 Delusional optimism 00:34:00 Our podcast journey 00:41:00 Choose your hard 00:44:00 The truth about our new business launch
Hit play if you're ready to become a doer and actually LAUNCH your business idea… instead of staying a “glorified researcher”.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Content WILL Get You Clients - But Only If You Do THIS First | With Ethan Abrahams
28 oct. 2025
00:51:02
Video content is the trust currency of 2025.
When people see you multiple times across different platforms, you become the obvious choice for high-ticket purchases.
In this episode ,we’re joined by Ethan Abrahams from 7xills - together we dive deep into how content, especially video, is the fastest way to build trust, attract high-ticket clients, and scale a personal brand in 2025.
Tune in to discover
✅Why you MUST use video content to build trust if you want to succeed in this era
✅How to overcome fear and embarrassment on camera… even if it fills you with dread now
✅The content framework Ethan uses to help coaches scale to 7 and 8-figures
✅Organic vs paid marketing: when to switch to ads
✅What to post if you have no social proof yet
✅How to stay consistent with content (even if you're busy)
✅The mindset behind real business growth
If you’re stuck in a 9-to-5 and want out, just launched your first offer, or you're already running a coaching or online business and want to scale using content, this episode is your roadmap.
Key moments:
00:01:15 Why video content 00:05:20 Map out your content goals 00:06:35 Document your journey 00:12:45 Save time with recording 00:19:30 Overcome camera fear 00:26:20 Quality matters less early on 00:33:15 Platform strategy and omnipresence 00:46:20 Reverse engineer your best days 00:49:40 How to partner with 7xills
Whether you're starting from scratch or finally ready to commit to showing up on video, this episode reveals how to build trust, reach more people, and convert them into paying clients - through strategic content creation.
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
This episode will show you how to build, market, and scale an online education business - from an organic launch to paid ads.
Rebecca Adehill is a renowned business mentor, multimillion-dollar business owner, and the mind behind ‘the Million Dollar Funnel’.
If you're an aspiring course creator, digital entrepreneur, or service-based business owner wanting to pivot online, you need to tune in to this.
Tune in to discover:
✅ How to go from idea to income with your online product
✅ The exact funnel strategy Rebecca uses to generate $30K - $80K days
✅ How to create conversion events that make selling effortless
✅ The difference between bro marketing and authentic marketing
✅ What most people get wrong with funnels, ads, and low ticket offers
✅ How to craft no-brainer offers that convert cold traffic
✅ How to take a client from cold audience to a mastermind buyer
✅ The mindset and execution behind multi-six and seven-figure launches
Key Moments:
00:05:00 The Golden Funnel Paradox 00:09:00 Understanding Problem Land vs Promised Land 00:16:00 The Power of Micro-Specific Goals 00:20:00 Conversion Events That Pre-Sell 00:27:00 Proactively Crushing Objections 00:38:00 Trial Reels and ManyChat Automation 00:41:00 Ads Strategy and 2X ROAS 00:49:00 The House Analogy for Ad Structure 00:57:00 Market Before You Build 01:03:00 Horizontal Funnels and Mastermind Qualification
As you’ll see - we were asking questions and taking notes for our own upcoming education program.
If you’re thinking of launching an online education program or course, you won’t want to miss this.
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Do You Need a Degree To Be A Successful Entrepreneur? Our Honest Answer
14 oct. 2025
00:59:49
The university vs real-world debate has a clear winner, right? Nope! It doesn't.
This episode digs into whether formal education or street-smart hustle builds better entrepreneurs.
From football dreams to full-time business owners on the Gold Coast, we share our completely different journeys - one of us with a degree, the other without.
What lessons did we learn?
What failures did we face?
And most importantly, do you really need a degree to become a successful entrepreneur?
Whether you’re 18 and wondering what’s next, stuck in a job you hate, or ready to go all-in on your own business, you’ll discover:
✅ What university actually gives you (and what it doesn’t) ✅ The skills real life teaches that uni can’t ✅ The mindset you need to make it as an entrepreneur ✅ How to build confidence, resilience, and a business without formal qualifications ✅ The cost of not learning in 2025 (hint: it's more than student debt) ✅ What we’d do differently if we were 18 again
If you're questioning the education system, your career path, or your ability to “make it” without a degree, this one’s for you.
Key Moments
00:06:20 Moving to Australia 00:14:40 Learning Resilience Through Shit Jobs 00:23:40 The Degree Debate 00:27:00 Which Path Builds More Confidence 00:32:40 Network and Opportunity 00:43:00 University Dropout Statistics 00:49:20 Teaching Kids Real Business Early 00:58:00 Do You Really Need a Degree
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Two 23-Year-Olds Just DISRUPTED the $424 Million Sunscreen Industry (Here’s How)
30 sept. 2025
01:03:21
These Gold Coast entrepreneurs left their 9 to 5 jobs, risked $135K of their own money, and built a sunscreen brand tradies actually want to use.
In this episode of The Two Blokes One Business podcast, we’re joined by Jake and Lachlan - the co-founders of Naturally Cooked Sunscreen.
What started as a uni dropout’s search for purpose turned into a mission-driven sunscreen brand - aimed at tradies, outdoor workers, and men's health.
From mental health advocacy to battling skin cancer, these two young entrepreneurs are proving that business can be both purposeful and profitable.
Tune in to discover:
✅Why men’s sunscreen habits are killing them… literally
✅The truth about building a sun safety brand for tradies and blue-collar workers
✅The reality of bootstrapping a physical product (including raising capital, branding, and the hustle of retail expansion)
✅Insights on founder mindset, imposter syndrome & business partnerships
✅Lessons learned in e-commerce vs retail
✅What it’s like to go “all in” and bet everything on your idea
Key moments:
00:02:40 The Origins of Naturally Cooked 00:04:00 Skin cancer statistics 00:06:20 Coming up with the name 00:11:00 Leaving stable careers to launch 00:19:00 Manufacturer used the wrong formula 00:22:00 The Minimum viable product philosophy 00:29:20 First major wholesale contract 00:32:20 Counter placement strategy 00:44:00 Role division between founders 00:52:00 Raising capital from friends and family 00:55:00 Sunscreen knowledge quiz
Tune in now and hear why CEOs of billion-dollar companies are taking meetings with two twenty-somethings selling sunscreen.
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👉Check out Naturally Cooked Sunscreen here: https://naturallycooked.com.au/
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?
Most people set massive goals and feel crushed when they don't hit them - but what if the real magic isn't in achieving the goal at all?
Tune in to discover why becoming the person capable of achieving your goals matters infinitely more than whether you actually achieve them.
Adam and Harvey also share specific tactics for building unshakeable self-trust, finding effective mentors, and creating high commitment levels so you actually take action.
You’ll also discover:
✅How to overcome fear of failure and start even when you don’t feel ready
✅The true role of discipline, identity, and self-trust in building success
✅Why setting big goals without romanticising the outcome is crucial
✅How leaving a corporate job gave them the freedom to grow a business they love
✅The habits of high performers (and how you can start building them today)
Key moments:
00:06:40 The Marathon Mindset Shift 00:12:00 Building Self-Trust 00:18:00 The Pain of Not Changing 00:24:00 Delusional Optimism For Success 00:30:00 A Fear of Failure Reframe 00:36:40 From Teacher to eCommerce Store Owner 00:43:00 The Fisherman's Wisdom 00:46:00 Mission Evolution & Team Building
This episode will give you the mindset shifts and practical strategies that transform wannabe entrepreneurs into people who actually take action.
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👉Launch your own remote recruitment biz (no experience needed) and secure your first $15k-$30k+ placement in 90-days
Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL.
HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce.
Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team.
👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business?