The Vision Podcast 3.0

Chef James Aptakin experience blends high-volume excellence and Michelin-star finesse. Classically trained in French cuisine and excelled in Californian, Hawaiian regional, South American, and Pan Asian. His formal cooking education began thirty years ago with the Navy on the USS Abraham Lincoln and most recently in California as Culinary director for Michelin Star restaurant Atelier Crenn pre covid. Throughout his career, James cuisine has been commended by dignitaries and high-profile clientele. He has appeared on the Travel Channel, The Food Network amongst many other media outlets.HighlightsQuick fire round: chosen dinner guest, culinary superpower, midnight snack, favorite cooking utensil & more Wise words from James experience staring his career on USS Abraham Lincoln cooking for 6000 crew One of the most memorable experiences as a chef [private event for owner of Jelly Belly]. ”I am going to make 350 pieces of food float in the air” …evoking the emotions in every guest [awakening the kid in all the guests ] Resilience - key success factor in any career. James shares a challenging experience."Persistence, never give up matter how hard it gets."Go to interesting ingredient What cultures have influenced James cookingAdvice for aspiring chefsEmbrace fear, the uncomfortable …” I can accomplish anything I set my mind too.” Chefs who have influenced James career e.g. Daniele Boulud "not just icons, special people "“We are in the pursuit of excellence that doesn’t exist “The dummy down process “Keep it simple make it elegant” Most proud moment - Make A Wish The power of food ….”coming together through good and bad “ Restrictions…cooking in 2000s very different to the 80s Outside of the kitchen.#TheVisionPodcast3.0 #Life #lifestories #Career #Chef #WiseWords #JewelsbyJulia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Peer leader Jez had stroke at 49 Loosing many things, but always keeping one thingStrategies to support mental wellbeing A new focus - helping other people What his experience taught himAdvice to those who have experienced are experiencing aphasia We are all under a veneer - no ones life is perfect#Podcast #thevisionpodcast3.0 #vision #life #Brandyou #julia #Aphasia #JewelsbyJulia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Highlights:Using all parts of us.Moon and Sun energy as it applies in some spiritual literature Non competitive creative activities for next level business results.Fresh perspectives, expanded thinking and investing in brand you.#Podcast #podcasting #podcasts #thevisionpodcast3.0 #life #Brandyou #Agame #Business #NextLevel #NextlevelResults #keepingitreal #realtalk #julia #JewelsbyJulia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode …Tanya Rose is a Voice in Luxury Travel. Former Sales and Marketing Director at The Savoy Group she then set up Mason Rose representing the best hotels around the world. and providing ravel services to HNW’s and celebrity profiles. The day we recorded this episode Mason Rose was celebrating its 30th anniversary. Tanya is also author of Travel Secrets which features her favourite hotels around the world and interviews with her well travelled friends who shared their travel secrets and top travel tips with her.Highlights...Quick fire round of get to know you questions.Starting out in the hotel business from the bottom up.From Paris to the Savoy Group and 30 years in business. Dad's best piece of advice.The luxury hotel sector…wellness has really taken off.Most challenging moment in business.One thing to change in the world.Getting clear on what you want, goal setting, vision boards, The Secret "You can be very different to people, see things the same outcome however have a totally different way of getting there."How do you manage rejection?Traits of success.What traits do you admire in others?Traits women and men bring to the business world.The benefits of gut clearing.Personal mantra.Top choices: music, luxury item, supplement.Tanya’s new podcast arrives in Jan 2024: informative, not just 5 star…the best in class. #TheVisionPodcast3.0 #Life #Lifestories #Lifestyle #entrepreneur #Business #Hotels #Hospitality #Travel #WiseWords #JewelsbyJulia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode ....I know I know this isn't so fun however when you do manage and release emotions including things from the past life becomes so much more enjoyable. The benefits of managing and clearing emotions. Or if you prefer the negative impacts of not releasing emotions.How to manage emotions. Techniques to clear your emotions. As L'oreal says....your'e worth it.xoxo  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On todays episode ...Jeff Rhorer is a former American Football linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys. He played college football at Yale University and was drafted in the second round of the 1982 NFL draft. He is a father, husband, and business man. Following NFL he moved into the entertainment industry shotting TV commercials including winning awards in Cannes and other festivals. Jeff is also the first known former pro football player to tie the knot in the same sex marriage Quick fire round of light questions except one. Best advice given "You live by your word."Be kind. Being drafted to Dallas Cowboys American Football and Rugby Physical vs mindset as most important attribute? If you make a mental mistake. Its over. Playing with broken ribs Pivoting from NFL to “normal life”From playing on national TV to driving trucks on film sets and line producing  TV commercials including winning Cannes film festival. Try to find something that you really want to do so your not stuck doing what you have to do.Coming out. I would rather sit with someone and talk. There is no upside to conflict. Mananaging emotions. Please open your mind and hearts.Jeff's new business - camper vans.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

* Please excuse audio during the intro with the music. The files seem to have corrupted during exporting.  In the name of consistency I wanted to get the file up. If you skip the intro it balances out again. Thank you for your understanding.  On today's episode...Reflections from episode 7.  What makes a good coach and how these traits can be applied to our lives. Listen and observe.Be adaptable.Being clear in your communication. "Putting learning into a player" i.e. coaching and co-creating can be more beneficial than spoon feeding.  Be empathetic. Do you know your WHY? Reflecting on Simon Simek Ted X talk on how inspired leaders use WHY to lead communications and how our WHY is the backbone to everything in our personal and professional lives.  xoxo  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode...Guest PAUL GUSTARD former England rugby player & coach and currently defence coach for Stade Francais. Open with quick fire round of fun questions. Recap on Paul’s rugby career as a player and coach. "I care for the human before the profession."“I admire people who make a difference into people’s life.”Growing up in Newcastle. Rugby was not always a professional sport. Eddie Jones, provided Paul his first coaching opportunity.Did you have training for camera? Paul top tips on speaking to crowds "Our minds thinks best in pictures."Paul’s tattoos. What makes a good coach? Paul shares his top traits and why they are important. The inception of style of play can be coach led or co-created. The WHY is the most important thing [Simon Sinek]. More important than how. Tactics. Technical. Physical. Emotional.Booing crowds - "No one tries to play badly."Social media the unhealthy side. Fostering a more empowered culture. xoxo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode...Guest ANDREA BERNHOLTZ.In her career Andrea has been interviewed with a number of publications from wall street journal to British Vogue. She is founder and creator SWIMINISTA the world’s first problem solving swimwear collection. The former co-founder of infamous Rock & Republic denim and lifestyle brand and CEO of Titan Industries high-fashion footwear. Experienced in managing real-world fashion challenges while now leading the way in sustainable manufacturing.This episode is for you if:* you are in business, or want to have your own business * interested in entrepreneurship and/or fashion and top tips for starting a business and being an entrepreneur * You enjoy real talk, storiesSome highlights...Broken nose in Paris pre Alexander Mcqueen fashion show. Meeting Christian Lacroix at his atelier.Integrating humour. “I have a smile on the back of my business card.” A win win ethos…the yin and the yang.Stay true to who you are.Growing up in a recycling environment. “Back then no one wanted to hear about us shredding down jeans and using it as insulation for low income housing …they only wanted to hear about the celebrities. It really is a180 flip. I thought I was done. Designing swimsuits. Starting a business - top tips. Traits of good entrepreneur.There are leaders and followers. A four day week.  We can take aspects of one career bring that into our next career.Living in Hawaii. xoxo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode we look at...A short story/ I had troubles with my speech as a young girl. Getting clarity on your brand blueprint [person/company].Cultivating joy. What content do you let into your life?!Content cleanse resulting in my first nightmare. Feed your joy. As the beach boys said ''good good good vibrations."Our bodies remember feelings...xoxo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode we look  at ...The power of music.Brighter days...light always exists even in darker moments.Love and light. The context in day to day life. Impactful words from fashioner designer Stella McCartney & King Charles IIIHope is alive and well. Get your playlists set up.xoxo  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Todays episode we look  at ...Different outcome = a different action required. Thoughts...manure or rose petals. Back to basics is sometimes all we need. Keep a sense of humour. xoxo  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Todays episode [ yes I have a cold] we look at ...What the word Vision means in this podcast. How did our vision of life, what's possible and what is not get formed. Why opening your vision can be a good thing and how it can support you on life's journey.A life impacting question you may or may not wish to have a think on.xoxo  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode...Setting  the scene because all stories start with a beginning and context is always required in life. Life is not always easy however it can be brilliant too.The good the bad the brilliant. I will be your champion. xoxo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.