Talking with the Experts: Business Insights

What if burnout wasn’t a sign of weakness—but a call to realignment?

In this powerful episode of Talking with the Experts, Rose Davidson speaks with transformational coach and bestselling author Carrie West to explore the deeper reasons behind burnout and how aligned leadership can redefine success.

Carrie shares her deeply personal journey of hitting rock bottom and rebuilding her life and business from the inside out. Now, she help...

What if writing a book could be the game-changer your business needs?

In this episode of Talking with the Experts, host Rose Davidson sits down with bestselling author and Advanced Certified Book Coach, Suzy Vadori, to explore how writing a nonfiction book can support, scale, and amplify your business.

Whether you're a coach, consultant, entrepreneur, or service-based professional, this episode will give you a clear understandin...

What does it really take for a woman to dream big and make it a reality—especially in a world full of barriers?

In this powerfully uplifting episode of Talking with the Experts, host Rose Davidson welcomes the incredible Dona Amelia—a creative visionary turned business leader—whose story is an anthem for bold, fearless women everywhere.

From winning hearts on stage as a singer, actress, and DJ to leading Asia’s largest peer network f...

Feeling overwhelmed by AI and not sure where to begin? You’re not alone—and this episode is your first step toward clarity.

In this episode of Talking with the Experts, host Rose Davidson welcomes Sam Parsons, founder of AI Business School, for a practical and jargon-free conversation about how Australian businesses can confidently adopt artificial intelligence without getting lost in the tech weeds.

With a background in workflow aut...

Is your marketing strategy truly aligned with your business goals—or just ticking boxes?

In this episode of Talking with the Experts, host Rose Davidson sits down with digital marketing veteran Melih Oztalay, the CEO of SmartFinds Marketing, to unpack his powerful 4-A’s framework—Awareness, Attraction, Acquisition, and Advocacy.

With nearly 40 years in the industry, Melih isn’t just another marketer. He’s a results-driven strategist ...

What if your next keynote wasn’t just another talk—but a transformative experience?

In this electrifying episode of Talking with the Experts, we welcome Carmen Sederino, the dynamic force behind Illuminated Story. Carmen doesn’t just train people to speak—she turns business presentations into unforgettable keynote shows that move audiences and inspire action.

As someone who blends theatre, corporate acumen, and masterful communicatio...

What if the biggest block to your financial success isn’t a lack of strategy—but a hidden belief in your subconscious?

In this powerful episode of Talking with the Experts, host Rose Davidson sits down with subconscious rewiring and business coach Egle Aleknaviciute to explore the invisible forces shaping your financial reality. From generational trauma to collective conditioning, Egle reveals how deeply rooted beliefs and emotions ...

What if the only thing standing between you and your dream business… is fear?

In this deeply moving and motivational episode of Talking with the Experts, we welcome Michele Novack—founder of CardinalsByte and a fearless advocate for helping entrepreneurs confront the mental and emotional blocks that keep their brilliance trapped inside.

Michele isn’t just here to talk cybersecurity. She’s here to guide you through a conversation abou...

Are your leadership tools still working in today’s unpredictable world—or are they holding you back?

In this powerful episode of Talking with the Experts, we’re joined by Kevin Eikenberry, one of the world’s leading authorities on leadership and author of the new book Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence.

As leaders, we’re taught to stick to tried-and-true methods. But what happens when those methods no ...

Is AI truly transforming recruitment—or are we just caught in a hype cycle?

In this episode of Talking with the Experts, I sit down with Debolina Bhattacharyya, a seasoned talent acquisition leader who’s seen the evolution of recruiting firsthand. With over 14 years of experience spanning fast-growing startups to global enterprises, Debolina isn’t just talking theory—she’s been in the trenches.

We unpack the real story behind AI in h...

Are we forgetting the human in the machine?

As technology evolves faster than ever, one question looms large: How can we ensure Artificial Intelligence serves—not replaces—humanity? In this transformative episode of Talking with the Experts, I’m joined by Dr. Robin Hills, a global leader in emotional intelligence (EI) and business psychology, to explore the powerful intersection between Emotional Intelligence and AI.

Dr. Hills explai...

Is your leadership communication building trust—or quietly eroding it?

In this insightful episode of Talking with the Experts, host Rose Davidson is joined by veteran business coach Laura Watson, who reveals how the quality of your communication determines the quality of your relationships—both in business and in life.

Laura introduces her powerful Relationship GPS model, a practical communication framework that helps leaders navigat...

What would your business—and your life—look like if you could work less and achieve more?

In this high-impact episode of Talking with the Experts, I’m joined by bold and brutally honest high-performance coach Jake Smolarek, who’s known for helping driven entrepreneurs master time, crush distractions, and unlock their next level of productivity.

Jake’s approach to time management isn’t about pretty planners or apps—it’s about owning y...

How do you align leadership, marketing, and operations for real business growth?

In this powerful episode of Talking with the Experts, I sit down with Rebecca Vickers—VP of Operations at FMO Media—to unpack the strategies behind building high-performing, inclusive teams and synchronizing marketing and operations for greater business impact.

Rebecca brings over a decade of experience in leadership, digital marketing, and operations. S...

Is LinkedIn working for your business, or is it just another digital distraction?

In this eye-opening episode of Talking with the Experts, I sit down with LinkedIn strategist and author Daniel Alfon to bust common myths and unlock practical strategies that will completely change the way you think about LinkedIn.

From his early adoption of the platform in 2004 to now mentoring thousands of entrepreneurs, Daniel reveals why most profes...

Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, your purpose, or the world around you?

In this soul-stirring episode of Talking with the Experts, Rose Davidson sits down with Marc-John Brown—Co-Founder of Native Wisdom Hub—for a conversation that is equal parts grounding and galvanising. Together, they explore the powerful concept of re-indigenisation as the antidote to modern burnout, anxiety, and emotional disconnection.

Marc-John shar...

Are you wasting 80% of your time on things that don’t drive results in your business?

In this value-packed episode of Talking with the Experts, we sit down with financial strategist and serial entrepreneur Michael Barbarita to uncover the business and marketing moves that your competitors aren’t doing—but should be.

Michael breaks down his Conversion Formula—a practical approach that transforms prospects into paying customers by focu...

Are your emails actually reaching your audience—or landing in spam?

In this must-listen episode of Talking with the Experts, we welcome MV Braverman, email strategist and founder of Inbox Welcome. Together, we unpack what it really takes to run a high-performing, human-centred email marketing campaign in today’s ever-evolving inbox environment.

Forget the days of “just hit send.” Platforms like Gmail and Yahoo are cracking down, and ...

Do you ever feel like you bend over backward to keep your clients happy—but end up feeling resentful, undervalued, or overwhelmed?

In this empowering episode of Talking with the Experts, award-winning host Rose Davidson welcomes Chris Marr, the founder of The Authoritative Coach, to unpack a game-changing truth: people-pleasing is not good business.

Chris dives into the subtle yet damaging ways people-pleasing shows up in professiona...