Nicole Donnelly is an accomplished entrepreneur and business consultant specialising in personal development and leadership, focusing on mindset and strategy to empower individuals and organisations to achieve their goals.

She says business owners can leverage AI to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and make data-driven decisions. Nicole suggests that AI tools can automate repetitive tasks, provide insights into customer behaviour, and help in personalising marketing strategies, ultimately freeing up time for owners to focus on strategic growth and innovation.

Takeaways
AI can automate routine tasks, freeing up time for growth activities.
Implementing AI tools boosts efficiency and productivity in business operations.
AI provides insights from data for informed, real-time decision making.
Businesses can personalize customer experiences using AI to analyse behaviour.
Early AI adoption offers a competitive edge in the marketplace.
AI solutions scale easily, accommodating business growth without major costs.
Automating tasks with AI reduces errors and labour costs effectively.
AI systems improve over time, adapting to new data and needs.

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http://www.aismartventures.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/aismartmarketing/
https://twitter.com/AISmartMktg
https://www.instagram.com/aismartmarketing/

Books on this episode 
The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North https://amzn.to/3zTTkhC

Rash to Riches: How I Grew BabyLegs from a Home Business to a Global Brand by Nicole Donnelly https://amzn.to/3VtqkWo

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Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO 
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. 
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.

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Nicole Donnelly is an accomplished entrepreneur and business consultant specialising in personal development and leadership, focusing on mindset and strategy to empower individuals and organisations to achieve their goals.
She says business owners can leverage AI to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and make data-driven decisions. Nicole suggests that AI tools can automate repetitive tasks, provide insights into customer behaviour, and help in personalising marketing strategies, ultimately freeing up time for owners to focus on strategic growth and innovation.
Takeaways
<ul>
<li>AI can automate routine tasks, freeing up time for growth activities.</li>
<li>Implementing AI tools boosts efficiency and productivity in business operations.</li>
<li>AI provides insights from data for informed, real-time decision making.</li>
<li>Businesses can personalize customer experiences using AI to analyse behaviour.</li>
<li>Early AI adoption offers a competitive edge in the marketplace.</li>
<li>AI solutions scale easily, accommodating business growth without major costs.</li>
<li>Automating tasks with AI reduces errors and labour costs effectively.</li>
<li>AI systems improve over time, adapting to new data and needs.</li>
</ul>
Follow Nicole Donnelly  <a href="http://www.aismartventures.com/">http://www.aismartventures.com/</a>  <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/aismartmarketing/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/aismartmarketing/</a>  <a href="https://twitter.com/AISmartMktg">https://twitter.com/AISmartMktg</a>  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/aismartmarketing/">https://www.instagram.com/aismartmarketing/</a>
Books on this episode  The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North <a href="https://amzn.to/3zTTkhC">https://amzn.to/3zTTkhC</a>
Rash to Riches: How I Grew BabyLegs from a Home Business to a Global Brand by Nicole Donnelly <a href="https://amzn.to/3VtqkWo">https://amzn.to/3VtqkWo</a>
Watch the episode on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners">https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners</a>
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter <a href="https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/">https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/</a>
Books – Learn more about our books <a href="https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/">https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/</a>  Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO  Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process.  Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.
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A place for the world’s leading thinkers, planners and doers.

The Evolution Partners is a weekly podcast hosted by Brad Giles. Join Brad as he engages in conversations with some of the world’s sharpest minds, learning a bit more about them and delving into what makes them tick.

A place for the world’s leading thinkers, planners and doers.
The Evolution Partners is a weekly podcast hosted by Brad Giles. Join Brad as he engages in conversations with some of the world’s sharpest minds, learning a bit more about them and delving into what makes them tick.

The Evolution Partners

Each week Brad Giles talks with the world’s leading thinkers, planners and doers who are helping to build great companies in their own way.

We learn how the work they’re doing is creating an impact and get to know a little bit more about them, and what makes them tick.

Each week Brad Giles talks with the world’s leading thinkers, planners and doers who are helping to build great companies in their own way.
We learn how the work they’re doing is creating an impact and get to know a little bit more about them, and what makes them tick.

E20 | How business owners can use AI to make their life easier with Nicole Donnelly

Gina Mollicone-Long is a renowned speaker, author, and entrepreneur who has spent 25 years helping thousands unlock their potential. With a background in engineering, a Master of Philosophy exploring science and religion, and two bestselling books, she blends science and strategy to drive transformative change. 

Gina explores personal and business growth through neuroscience, mindset, and practical frameworks. The brain’s Reticular Activating System (RAS) filters perceptions and shapes behaviours. She discusses the ACME Model, and how it integrates neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), timeline therapy, and resilience training, which helps individuals and businesses achieve excellence. 

Takeaways 
The brain filters reality through focus, emphasising the need to seek solutions, not problems.
Only 126 bits of 2 million are processed, shaping perceptions, behaviours, and outcomes.
ACME integrates Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), timeline therapy, and resilience training for faster, impactful personal and organisational growth.
Business growth depends on leaders’ personal development and belief systems.
Intuition functions like a feedback loop, tuning into desired outcomes through focus and intention.
NLP helps reframe thoughts and behaviours, enabling success and mindset mastery.
Resilience is essential for navigating chaotic environments and achieving excellence.
Perceptions of reality are unique and can be adjusted to access better outcomes.

Follow Gina Mollicone-Long 
https://ginamollicone.com/
https://greatnessu.com/about-us/
https://greatnessgroup.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/GinaMollicone/
https://www.youtube.com/@GinaMollicone
https://x.com/GinaMollicone
https://www.facebook.com/GinaMollicone/
https://www.instagram.com/Gina.Mollicone/

Books on this episode 
The Secret of Successful Failing by Gina Millicone-Long https://amzn.to/3ThCOyI
Think or Sink: The One Choice That Changes Everything by Gina Millicone-Long https://amzn.to/3TkBSK4
Unlimited Power by Anthony Robins https://amzn.to/3Zl4EOm
Mans search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl https://amzn.to/3Ze3eVZ
Your Brain Hallucinates Your Conscious Reality | Anil Seth Ted talk https://youtu.be/lyu7v7nWzfo?si=KaBCNeyTfkwIKv90

Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners

Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/

Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO 
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. 
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.

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on https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth

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Gina Mollicone-Long is a renowned speaker, author, and entrepreneur who has spent 25 years helping thousands unlock their potential. With a background in engineering, a Master of Philosophy exploring science and religion, and two bestselling books, she blends science and strategy to drive transformative change. 
Gina explores personal and business growth through neuroscience, mindset, and practical frameworks. The brain’s Reticular Activating System (RAS) filters perceptions and shapes behaviours. She discusses the ACME Model, and how it integrates neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), timeline therapy, and resilience training, which helps individuals and businesses achieve excellence. 
Takeaways 
<ul>
<li>The brain filters reality through focus, emphasising the need to seek solutions, not problems.</li>
<li>Only 126 bits of 2 million are processed, shaping perceptions, behaviours, and outcomes.</li>
<li>ACME integrates Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), timeline therapy, and resilience training for faster, impactful personal and organisational growth.</li>
<li>Business growth depends on leaders’ personal development and belief systems.</li>
<li>Intuition functions like a feedback loop, tuning into desired outcomes through focus and intention.</li>
<li>NLP helps reframe thoughts and behaviours, enabling success and mindset mastery.</li>
<li>Resilience is essential for navigating chaotic environments and achieving excellence.</li>
<li>Perceptions of reality are unique and can be adjusted to access better outcomes.</li>
</ul>
Follow Gina Mollicone-Long <a href="https://ginamollicone.com/">https://ginamollicone.com/</a>  <a href="https://greatnessu.com/about-us/">https://greatnessu.com/about-us/</a>  <a href="https://greatnessgroup.com/">https://greatnessgroup.com/</a>  <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/GinaMollicone/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/GinaMollicone/</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@GinaMollicone">https://www.youtube.com/@GinaMollicone</a>  <a href="https://x.com/GinaMollicone">https://x.com/GinaMollicone</a>  <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GinaMollicone/">https://www.facebook.com/GinaMollicone/</a>  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Gina.Mollicone/">https://www.instagram.com/Gina.Mollicone/</a> 
Books on this episode  The Secret of Successful Failing by Gina Millicone-Long <a href="https://amzn.to/3ThCOyI">https://amzn.to/3ThCOyI</a> Think or Sink: The One Choice That Changes Everything by Gina Millicone-Long <a href="https://amzn.to/3TkBSK4">https://amzn.to/3TkBSK4</a> Unlimited Power by Anthony Robins <a href="https://amzn.to/3Zl4EOm">https://amzn.to/3Zl4EOm</a> Mans search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl <a href="https://amzn.to/3Ze3eVZ">https://amzn.to/3Ze3eVZ</a> Your Brain Hallucinates Your Conscious Reality | Anil Seth Ted talk <a href="https://youtu.be/lyu7v7nWzfo?si=KaBCNeyTfkwIKv90">https://youtu.be/lyu7v7nWzfo?si=KaBCNeyTfkwIKv90</a>
Watch the episode on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners">https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners</a> 
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter <a href="https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/">https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/</a> 
Books – Learn more about our books <a href="https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/">https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/</a>  Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO  Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process.  Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.
Follow me: on <a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles">https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles</a>  on <a href="https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth">https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth</a>
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E29 | Unlocking your potential to achieve greatness with Gina Mollicone-Long

Greg Gladman is the Managing Director of Sales Leadership and Performance (SLP), with offices in Australia and the USA, specialising in building high-performing sales teams through training, coaching, and recruitment. His company uses comprehensive, data-driven sales assessments, which have evaluated nearly 2.8 million salespeople across almost 34,000 companies.

Greg Gladman discusses the importance of data-driven sales assessments to identify hidden weaknesses in salespeople. He stresses the risks of promoting top salespeople into management roles without the necessary skills. Greg advises business owners to avoid wearing the sales manager hat themselves, recommending a dedicated manager for teams of five or more. 

Takeaways
Sales assessments provide data-driven insights into a salesperson’s potential and weaknesses.
Hidden weaknesses, such as the need to be liked or money weakness, impact performance.
Salespeople uncomfortable discussing price or budget can struggle to close deals.
Sales managers should focus on coaching and accountability, not selling.
Promoting top salespeople to management can be counterproductive.
Sales managers need to balance accountability, coaching, and support.
Coachable salespeople who put in effort are worth investing in for long-term growth.
Sustainable growth comes from attracting the right clients and focusing on long-term value.
A structured sales process is key to converting prospects successfully without rushing to close.

Follow Greg Gladman 
https://www.saleslp.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/greggladmanslp/

Books on this episode 
Baseline Selling by Dave Kurlan https://amzn.to/4dFlpba

Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners

Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/

Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO 
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. 
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.

Follow me: 
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on https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth

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Greg Gladman is the Managing Director of Sales Leadership and Performance (SLP), with offices in Australia and the USA, specialising in building high-performing sales teams through training, coaching, and recruitment. His company uses comprehensive, data-driven sales assessments, which have evaluated nearly 2.8 million salespeople across almost 34,000 companies.
Greg Gladman discusses the importance of data-driven sales assessments to identify hidden weaknesses in salespeople. He stresses the risks of promoting top salespeople into management roles without the necessary skills. Greg advises business owners to avoid wearing the sales manager hat themselves, recommending a dedicated manager for teams of five or more. 
Takeaways
<ul>
<li>Sales assessments provide data-driven insights into a salesperson’s potential and weaknesses.</li>
<li>Hidden weaknesses, such as the need to be liked or money weakness, impact performance.</li>
<li>Salespeople uncomfortable discussing price or budget can struggle to close deals.</li>
<li>Sales managers should focus on coaching and accountability, not selling.</li>
<li>Promoting top salespeople to management can be counterproductive.</li>
<li>Sales managers need to balance accountability, coaching, and support.</li>
<li>Coachable salespeople who put in effort are worth investing in for long-term growth.</li>
<li>Sustainable growth comes from attracting the right clients and focusing on long-term value.</li>
<li>A structured sales process is key to converting prospects successfully without rushing to close.</li>
</ul>
Follow Greg Gladman <a href="https://www.saleslp.com/">https://www.saleslp.com/</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/greggladmanslp/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/greggladmanslp/</a>
Books on this episode Baseline Selling by Dave Kurlan <a href="https://amzn.to/4dFlpba">https://amzn.to/4dFlpba</a> 
Watch the episode on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners">https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners</a> 
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter <a href="https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/">https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/</a> 
Books – Learn more about our books <a href="https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/">https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/</a>  Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO  Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process.  Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.
Follow me: on <a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles">https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles</a>  on <a href="https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth">https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth</a>
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E28 | Hiring Sales A Players with Greg Gladman

Eric Kruger is a globally acclaimed leadership keynote speaker, author and a thought leader in leadership and team development, whose insights and strategies empower leaders to navigate complexity and drive impactful action.

Eric reflects on the importance of self-awareness and daily practice to overcome ego, emphasising that unchecked pride can hinder progress. Leadership, he says, requires a “mind shift” to solve future problems with evolving perspectives, moving beyond superficial learning. Eric advocates aligning businesses with personal values rather than external expectations and underscores the significance of creating space for continuous learning and development.

Takeaways
Modern leaders must embrace complexity and ambiguity to navigate an unpredictable world effectively.
Both individuals and teams need resilience to thrive under pressure and uncertainty.
Empowering teams fosters innovation, ownership, and stronger collective performance.
Leaders must continuously evolve their strategies and mindsets to remain relevant.
Investing in personal growth is essential for sustained leadership success.
Effective communication and vision are non-negotiables in complex environments.
Leaders can inspire trust by showing both competence and authenticity.
Preparing today’s leaders for tomorrow’s challenges is crucial for long-term organisational success.

Follow Erik Kruger 
https://erikkruger.com/.  
https://www.instagram.com/erik_kruger/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikkruger/
https://www.youtube.com/c/erikkruger

Books on this episode 
Dangerous: Be the threat to your threats by Erik Kruger https://amzn.to/3YBSRuV
Acta Non Verba: The playbook for creating, achieving and performing at your highest level by Erik Kruger https://amzn.to/4fzELAf
The Dip by Seth Godin https://amzn.to/4cfKnMS
Lessons of History by Will & Ariel Durant https://amzn.to/4d6IELh

Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners

Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/

Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO 
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. 
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster. 

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on https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth

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Eric Kruger is a globally acclaimed leadership keynote speaker, author and a thought leader in leadership and team development, whose insights and strategies empower leaders to navigate complexity and drive impactful action.
Eric reflects on the importance of self-awareness and daily practice to overcome ego, emphasising that unchecked pride can hinder progress. Leadership, he says, requires a “mind shift” to solve future problems with evolving perspectives, moving beyond superficial learning. Eric advocates aligning businesses with personal values rather than external expectations and underscores the significance of creating space for continuous learning and development.
Takeaways
<ul>
<li>Modern leaders must embrace complexity and ambiguity to navigate an unpredictable world effectively.</li>
<li>Both individuals and teams need resilience to thrive under pressure and uncertainty.</li>
<li>Empowering teams fosters innovation, ownership, and stronger collective performance.</li>
<li>Leaders must continuously evolve their strategies and mindsets to remain relevant.</li>
<li>Investing in personal growth is essential for sustained leadership success.</li>
<li>Effective communication and vision are non-negotiables in complex environments.</li>
<li>Leaders can inspire trust by showing both competence and authenticity.</li>
<li>Preparing today’s leaders for tomorrow’s challenges is crucial for long-term organisational success.</li>
</ul>
Follow Erik Kruger  <a href="https://erikkruger.com/">https://erikkruger.com/</a>.   <a href="https://www.instagram.com/erik_kruger/">https://www.instagram.com/erik_kruger/</a>  <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikkruger/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikkruger/</a>  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/erikkruger">https://www.youtube.com/c/erikkruger</a>
Books on this episode  Dangerous: Be the threat to your threats by Erik Kruger <a href="https://amzn.to/3YBSRuV">https://amzn.to/3YBSRuV</a>  Acta Non Verba: The playbook for creating, achieving and performing at your highest level by Erik Kruger <a href="https://amzn.to/4fzELAf">https://amzn.to/4fzELAf</a>  The Dip by Seth Godin <a href="https://amzn.to/4cfKnMS">https://amzn.to/4cfKnMS</a>  Lessons of History by Will &amp; Ariel Durant <a href="https://amzn.to/4d6IELh">https://amzn.to/4d6IELh</a>
Watch the episode on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners">https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners</a>
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter <a href="https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/">https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/</a>
Books – Learn more about our books <a href="https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/">https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/</a>  Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO  Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process.  Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster. 
Follow me:  on <a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles">https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles</a>  on <a href="https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth">https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth</a>
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E20 | How business owners can use AI to make their life easier with Nicole Donnelly

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