🎙️ S02E13: WTF is STE with David Newdick

What the f*** is Simplified Technical English?

We sit down with David Newdick — Air Force veteran, senior technical writer, and Australia’s first ASD-accredited STE trainer — to break down life after the military, what STE actually is, and why it’s changing how global industries communicate.

From fast jets to plain English — this one’s for anyone curious about turning defence skills into high-impact business.

🔗 Connect with Dave:
🌐 Website: https://www.ausste.com.au/
💼 LinkedIn: David Newdick on LinkedIn

#MM4BPodcast #WTFisSTE #VeteranInBusiness #STETrainer #TechnicalWriting #RAAF #MilitaryMindset #AusSTE #PlainEnglishPros

🎙️ MM4B S02E012: Swinging Spanners in Combat to Multi-Award Winning Business Owners – The Glen and Rowena Ferrarotto Story (Part 2)

In Part 2 of our conversation with Glen and Rowena Ferrarotto, we dive deeper into the mission behind Ironside Resources and how they're changing the game for veteran employment in Australia.

If Part 1 was the backstory, this is the business blueprint. Don’t miss it.

🎯 Learn More:

• Ironside Resources – Tailored & Traditional Recruitment Solutions
• Catch more veteran stories: Follow MM4B on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube.
• Follow Glen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/glen-ferrarotto/
• Follow Rowena on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rowena-ferrarotto/

#MM4B #VeteranBusiness #IronsideResources #ForVeteransByVeterans #MilitaryToBusiness #VeteranSuccess #HireVeterans #GritToGrowth #ArmyLife

🎙️ MM4B S02E11: Swinging Spanners in Combat to Multi-Award Winning Business Owners – The Glen and Rowena Ferrarotto Story

From war zones to boardrooms — Glen and Rowena Ferrarotto have lived it all.

He was swinging spanners in combat. She was holding it down on the home front. Together, they’ve gone from Army life to building Ironside Resources — a powerhouse recruitment agency for veterans, by veterans.

In this high-energy episode, you’ll hear:

• What life was really like on deployment and as an Army wife
• How they turned the chaos of transition into business clarity
• The story behind Ironside’s rise to becoming a multi-award-winning brand
• Why hiring veterans isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s a smart move for any business

Authentic. Gritty. Uplifting. If you’ve ever wondered what’s possible after Defence, this episode will fire you up.

🎯 Learn More:

• Ironside Resources – Tailored & Traditional Recruitment Solutions
• Catch more veteran stories: Follow MM4B on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & YouTube.
• Follow Glen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/glen-ferrarotto/
• Follow Rowena on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rowena-ferrarotto/

#MM4B #VeteranBusiness #IronsideResources #ForVeteransByVeterans #MilitaryToBusiness #VeteranSuccess #HireVeterans #GritToGrowth #ArmyLife

🎙 Military Mindset for Business – Season 2, Episode 10
Episode Title: How Covert Government Operations Shaped a Business Leadership Model
Guest: David Deane-Spread – Founder of Metattude

Episode Overview:
David Deane-Spread began his journey as a military officer, moving into covert government operations before launching a high-flying corporate career — which came crashing down in 1990 with bankruptcy. What followed was a raw and real transformation. After a period of soul searching (and didgeridoo busking), David rebuilt from the ground up, developing a unique coaching model now used by high-performing executives, boards, and CEOs.

In this episode of Military Mindset for Business, Pete Liston and David share a candid conversation on success, failure, and what it takes to lead when the stakes are high. Drawing from his background in covert ops, corporate leadership, and rural life, David offers a masterclass in mindset, adaptability, and attitudinal competence.

Key Takeaways:

• How covert operations shaped David’s approach to business leadership
• The bankruptcy that forced a total personal and professional reset
• What the ABC Practice of Leadership™ really is — and why it works
• Insights from building a cattle stud and staying grounded in tough times
• Honest lessons for business owners navigating their own extremes

Connect with David & Resources:
🔗 Connect with David
🌐 Learn more about Metattude
🤝 Join the Veteran Business Community

#MilitaryMindset #VeteranLeadership #BusinessResilience #ABCLeadership #FromFailureToSuccess #LeadershipCoach #VeteranBusiness #HighPerformanceLeadership

🎙️ S02E09: From Combat Engineer to Global Coach: The Edward Zia Way
Guest: Edward Zia – Veteran, LinkedIn Influencer, Master Coach

Episode Summary:
In this energising episode, Pete Liston sits down with Edward Zia, a proud Army veteran turned international marketing mentor and LinkedIn powerhouse. Ed shares how his military service as a Combat Engineer laid the foundation for a career helping thousands of professionals build influence, win clients, and amplify their personal brands.

We explore Edward’s journey from the frontline to the front page of LinkedIn, his resilience through personal hardship, and his passion for connecting good people to great opportunities. With 10,000+ hours of coaching experience and collaborations with Microsoft, LinkedIn, and the Australian Government, Edward delivers insight with authenticity and humour.

What You’ll Learn:

• How military experience shapes entrepreneurial thinking
• Edward’s key strategies for growing a personal brand on LinkedIn
• Why connecting with “likeminded winners” matters
• His philosophy on leadership, faith, and service
• Tips for veterans looking to succeed in business and influence

About Edward Zia:
Edward is a Certified Practising Marketer (CPM), International Master Coach, and proud Australian veteran. Through his work with Microsoft, LinkedIn, Business Australia, and others, he’s helped generate millions in revenue for clients globally. He's also a passionate Christian, charity supporter, and Australian Top Google Guide.

🔗 Listen Now:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• YouTube
• VBC Website

📣 Follow Edward:

• LinkedIn – Edward Zia
• Website

🎙️ S02E08: SAS Patrols in Vietnam to Principal of Veterans in Motorsport

Guest: Robert Kilsby
Theme: "We have to earn our stories" – and Robert has more than earned his.

🎧 Episode Summary

Robert Kilsby’s life is a masterclass in resilience, transformation, and service. Whether you're a veteran, leader, or someone looking for inspiration on how to keep moving forward when life knocks you down – this episode delivers.

In this deeply inspiring and action-packed episode, we sit down with Robert Kilsby, a man who has lived multiple extraordinary lives – from scouting enemy trails in Vietnam with the elite SASR, to redefining recovery through motorsport, to now preparing to take the stage as a keynote speaker.

Robert’s story begins in the rugged Flinders Ranges of South Australia and winds through the battlefields of Vietnam, the covert operations of military intelligence, the chaos of entrepreneurship, and the redemptive thrill of racing fast cars. Through it all, he’s remained a powerful example of what it means to adapt, overcome, and live with purpose.

Connect with Robert Kilsby

🌐 Website: https://www.veteransinmotorsport.au/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-kilsby-9152615/

#VBC #VeteransInMotorsport #SASVeteran #VietnamVeteran #CombatToCivvy #VeteranStories #UltimateFreedom #ResilienceMatters #MilitaryLife #MotorsportRecovery #VeteranSupport #VeteranStrong #ServiceAndSacrifice #MenOfAction #PodcastForVeterans #VeteranPodcst #HealingThroughPurpose #MentalToughness #LivedExperience #InspirationDaily

🎧 Episode Summary

In this episode of MM4B, we’re joined by Shannon Lemanski—a former Army mechanical engineer who’s turned his technical skills into powerful social impact. As the founder of Aqua Ubique, Shannon is leading a clean tech revolution, using cutting-edge technology to extract water from air.

After more than a decade in uniform, Shannon now heads a social enterprise that helps small businesses reduce plastic waste, save money, and provide clean drinking water to remote and underserved communities across Australia.

We unpack Shannon’s journey from defence to entrepreneurship, the technology behind atmospheric water generation, and his passion for building sustainable solutions with real-world impact.

💡 In This Episode, We Cover:

• Shannon’s Army career and transition to purpose-driven entrepreneurship
• The origin story of Aqua Ubique and its social mission
• How atmospheric water generators (AWGs) produce clean water from humidity
• The environmental and financial benefits for small businesses
• How Aqua Ubique is tackling plastic waste and water scarcity
• Lessons learned as a veteran building a clean tech business
• The role of veterans in climate and sustainability innovation

🧠 Key Takeaway

With a mission-driven mindset and the right technology, it’s possible to turn thin air into real change—for business, people, and planet.

🔗 Connect with Shannon Lemanski & Aqua Ubique
🌐 Website: https://aquaubique.com.au/
🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-lemanski/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/aqua-ubique/

#WaterFromThinAir #AquaUbique #SocialEnterprise #CleanTech #VeteranEntrepreneur #AustralianInnovation #SustainableBusiness #PlasticFreeFuture #WaterForAll #VeteransInBusiness #PurposeDriven #AtmosphericWater #ClimateSolutions

🎙️ S02E06: Boutique Rum, Crowdfunding & Life in Northern New South Wales
🎧 Listen Now:https://veteranbc.com/veteran-media

📣 Guest: Sally Carter, Co-Founder of Birds of Isle

In this episode, we sit down with Sally Carter, co-founder of Birds of Isle, a boutique Australian rum label redefining the country’s relationship with the spirit. With over two decades of leadership across procurement, supply chain, and operations—including time with the NSW State Government and the Australian Army—Sally brings both sharp strategy and deep integrity to her work.

Sally shares the journey of turning her lifelong passion for rum into a purpose-driven business rooted in ethics, sustainability, and celebrating Australian culture. From launching a successful crowdfunding campaign to crafting small-batch spirits that reflect the landscape of Northern New South Wales, Sally offers a powerful look into what it means to lead with intention.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

🥃 Why Sally co-founded Birds of Isle and her vision for Australian rum
🚀 Insights into launching and funding a spirit brand through crowdfunding
🌱 Building a sustainable, values-driven business from the ground up
🧭 How a career in government, food manufacturing, and the military shaped her leadership
🌊 Life and business in regional NSW and its role in creative entrepreneurship
💼 Juggling operations, sustainability, legal and finance as a hands-on founder
🔍 Her take on ethical leadership and leading by example in the craft distilling industry

Sally Carter is a dynamic leader with a passion for ethics, sustainability, and supporting the growth of others. With over 20 years of experience across procurement, supply chain, and operations—including roles in food manufacturing, the NSW State Government, and the Australian Army—Sally brings deep expertise to every part of her business. As co-founder of Birds of Isle, she is redefining Australian rum, crafting spirits that celebrate the land and culture of Australia. Sally oversees production, operations, sustainability, finance, legal, and governance—proving that great leadership is hands-on, values-led, and vision-focused.

🔗 Follow Sally Carter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-carter-65951b42/ | https://birdsofisle.com.au/

📲 Follow us for more inspiring stories from veteran leaders and business innovators:

• Website - https://veteranbc.com/veteran-media
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• Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/3J5xETQmJzNbXM4agGrDv9?si=a5513dab60a14c13

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#MM4B #VBC #BirdsOfIsle #AustralianRum #BoutiqueSpirits #WomenInBusiness #CrowdfundingSuccess #SustainableBusiness #RumRevolution #EthicalLeadership #RegionalBusiness #NorthernNSW #AustralianDistillers #VeteranEntrepreneur #CraftRum #PurposeDrivenBusiness