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The show for those starting or running a one person business, hosted by Cec Busby. With over 100,000 members and stacks of resources, Flying Solo keeps you on track.© 2026 Private Media. All rights reserved. Unauthorised reproduction, distribution, or use of this podcast, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited. Economia Gestione e leadership Leadership Ricerca del lavoro Successo personale
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  • How to get from stuck to unstuck with Switch Thinking

    How to get from stuck to unstuck with Switch Thinking
    Oct 8 2026
    If you’ve ever spent hours circling the same business problem, this episode is for you. Cec Busby speaks with organisational creativity expert Ken Hudson, author of Switch Thinking, about breaking familiar thought patterns and getting unstuck in just a couple of minutes. Ken explains how switching perspectives, questions, focus, assumptions, and creative modes can open up new possibilities. From finding customers in cafés and gyms to using AI without outsourcing your creativity, this conversation offers practical ways for solo business owners to think differently, test ideas quickly, and move from “I know” to “I wonder.” Starting with one word: “switch.” Key topics 1. Breaking out of familiar thinking patterns Ken Hudson explains that repeated success reinforces familiar thinking, which can trap business owners in the same approach 01:25. Saying “switch” deliberately signals to your brain that it’s time to try another perspective 02:54. The new approach doesn’t have to be better immediately. It only needs to get you off the familiar track 03:43. Ken Hudson compares this to leaving a traffic jam and exploring a side street, even if you don’t know where it leads 03:53. 2. Using box mode and ball mode Box mode covers rational, logical, structured thinking and evaluating what has worked before 12:01. Ball mode encourages playful, imaginative thinking and the generation of unusual possibilities 12:30. Ken Hudson suggests switching from “This is what I know” to “I wonder” to open up creative options 13:22. Switching back to box mode helps test and narrow those ideas, such as choosing three ideas to test within 30 days 17:05. 3. Asking better questions Questions are one of Ken Hudson’s six switches, and changing the question can change the direction of the thinking 14:05. Instead of asking how to attract graduates, a consulting firm asked how to become “the most loved brand in Australia” 15:11\ 4. Applying switch thinking to business and AI Ken Hudson applied switch thinking to book promotion by placing copies in a café, professional waiting rooms, and a gym instead of relying only on bookstores 07:35. Business owners can switch their focus from direct competitors to what they’re really competing against, such as inertia, loyalty, or a client’s reluctance to take risks 25:03. AI can process and enhance ideas, but Ken Hudson says the original creative thinking still starts with the business owner 06:56. His practical AI approach is to request both a box-mode response and a more imaginative ball-mode response, then connect the two 31:50. Time-stamped overview 00:00 Challenging familiar thinking patterns 05:50 Using AI for business and hobbies 09:03 Intuitive communication skills 12:43 Switching from analytical to creative thinking 14:40 Shifting business perspectives 18:52 Embracing new possibilities in business 21:44 Different perspectives on a movie 25:37 Managing client risks and competition 28:47 Wearing many hats in business 32:32 Using AI to Enhance Creativity 35:20 Switching mindset and focus 37:51 Closing remarks and sign-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    39 min
  • Defying the status quo: A conversation on courage

    Defying the status quo: A conversation on courage
    Oct 1 2026
    What does it take to challenge the rules everyone else accepts? In this episode of Flying Solo, Cec Busby speaks with Avril Henry, who left apartheid South Africa at 22 with two suitcases and $500, then built a career advising business leaders, public servants, diplomats, and major Australian institutions. Avril Henry shares how questioning authority shaped her life, why women are labelled “difficult” when they stand their ground, and how preparation, evidence, and influence can turn uncomfortable questions into meaningful change. The conversation covers paid maternity leave, gender equity, imposter syndrome, negotiating your worth, and the importance of taking up space and standing your ground. As Avril puts it, “Do not make yourself small to make other people feel comfortable” Key topics Avril Henry's early life in South Africa and her anti-apartheid activism The importance of questioning authority and challenging societal norms The role of influence and soft skills in leadership and change management Myths about women in leadership and how to bust them The impact of preparation, research, and confidence in negotiations and influence The significance of empathy, emotional intelligence, and human connection in future leadership Time-stamped overview 00:00 Introduction and Avril's background 01:56 Growing up in South Africa and early influences 03:56 The 76 riots and activism against apartheid 07:00 Leaving South Africa and migrating to Australia 08:58 Questioning authority and societal norms 11:02 Change management and influence tactics 14:10 Dealing with being called difficult or disruptive 16:01 The importance of preparation and research 19:00 Impact of data and facts in influencing decision-makers 21:57 Myths about women in leadership roles 26:00 The future of leadership and soft skills 35:57 Leveraging soft skills and emotional intelligence 41:01 The role of AI and human connection 42:52 Advice for women who want to be more assertive 45:00 The importance of self-belief and mentorship 47:56 Closing thoughts and Avril's memoir Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 min
  • Navigating the line between business and self

    Navigating the line between business and self
    Sep 24 2026
    When you run a business that depends on you, it’s easy to let it consume every aspect of your life. In this conversation with psychologist Faye Evans, we explore the pitfalls of entrepreneurial life and how to maintain a sense of self amid the chaos. "We fuse with a business and we become it," Faye explains, highlighting the dangers of tying our self-worth to our business successes or failures. This realisation led her to write her book, Soulful Simplicity, which offers strategies for maintaining personal identity in the face of overwhelming responsibilities. "Life is about refinement... Life is about making choices Key topics The line between personal identity and business ownership How entrepreneurs fuse with their businesses The impact of chronic stress on decision-making and creativity Practices for creating mental space and mindfulness Reframing burnout as profound exhaustion The importance of clarifying personal and business values Strategies for simplifying life and business The role of self-compassion and permission in recovery Time-stamped overview 00:00 Introduction to the challenges of solo entrepreneurship 02:16 COVID-19's impact and the identity crisis for entrepreneurs 04:09 The awakening: recognising profound exhaustion 05:04 The cultural glorification of busyness and exhaustion 06:00 The importance of self-awareness and boundary setting 06:48 Personality traits that may increase susceptibility to burnout 08:09 The importance of space and silence for mental clarity 09:38 Challenging the badge of honor around being busy 12:03 Life as a process of refinement and intentional living 12:39 The normalization of chronic stress and adaptation 13:34 Deciding to turn the focus inward and change 16:28 The impact of chronic stress on brain function and decision-making 18:05 Practical practices for creating mental space 22:34 Overcoming discomfort with doing nothing 26:45 Simplifying life and business to regain control 30:17 The importance of self-compassion and updating internal patterns 34:01 The danger of the competence trap in business 36:46 Clarifying purpose and values to prevent burnout 37:55 Living intentionally and making conscious choices 39:00 Final thoughts: reclaiming your life and business Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 min
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