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Flying Solo

Flying Solo
Artificial Intelligence
Leadership
Mental Health
Small Business
Personal Branding
Marketing
Burnout
Imposter Syndrome
Mindfulness
Resilience
Exit Planning
Persuasion
Emotional Intelligence
Branding
Empathy
Untmd
Truth
Negotiation
Empathy Gap
Soft Skills

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.

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Amir Rodnia is a licensed financial planner, wealth strategist, and author of the new book Freedom Game Plan. Amir shares his personal journey from working long hours as a kitchen hand—risking his life for $100 during a Brisbane flood—to achieving tr... more

Nick Bendel is the author of The 500 Lunches Effect. Nick transformed his life and career by inviting 500 strangers to lunch over six years. Despite identifying as an introvert, Nick challenged himself to step out of his comfort zone in an experimen... more

Jessica Spendlove is a high-performance coach and author whose new book For the Long Run explores how sustainable success depends as much on rest, daily habits, and energy management as it does on ambition.

Drawing on over 15 years’ experience worki... more

Jayne Robinson is a former primary school teacher who redefined her life and career after asking herself the critical question: Is this all there is?

Jane shares her journey from a career crossroads to becoming a personal transformation coach, inter... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Bendel
Author of The 500 Lunches Effect
Author, Speaker
Episode: Building social courage: Lessons From 500 lunches with strangers
Jessica Spendlove
Coach who works with elite athletes and business leaders on peak performance
Author of For the Long Run
Episode: High performance without burnout: Lessons from elite sports for business owners
Jane Robertson
Personal transformation coach and author
Self-employed / Author of That Impact and The Freedom Experiment
Episode: Are you the bottleneck in your business?
Jason Dunn
Endurance athlete, entrepreneur, author of Greatness Doesn't Care
Episode: Discipline over talent: Jason Dunn’s guide to success in sport and business
Amantha Imber
Organizational psychologist, founder of Inventium, host of How I Work
Inventium; How I Work
Episode: How managing energy beats time management for business owners
Liz Nable
Media PR expert and founder of Media Masters Academy
Liz Nable / Media Masters Academy
Episode: Making your small business newsworthy: Expert advice from Liz Nable
Declan Edwards
Founder of BU Happiness College; happiness researcher, speaker and author
BU Happiness College
Episode: From hustle to happiness: rewriting the rules for small business success
Cherie Mylordis
Work futurist who helps businesses create workplaces where people can do their best work
Odyssey House New South Wales? (mentioned in example discussions)
Episode: The power of purpose: Cherie Mylordis on thriving in tough times
Salena Kulkarni
Chartered accountant, property investor and founder of the Freedom Warrior community
Freedom Warrior
Episode: From revenue to real wealth: Smart financial strategies for solopreneurs

Host

Cec Busby
Host of Flying Solo

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Many hats

    As a solo business owner sone days it can be hard to stay focused and motivated so listening to stories of other business owners is inspiring for my week. Thanks Cec for all the great pods

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Digital Tanya
    Australia3 years ago
  • Incredible

    Phenomenal content!! Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tommye w-c
    United States6 years ago
  • Motivating & relevant to ‘real life’ people

    As a sole trader just getting things going again after a few years off, I was searching for an Aussie small business podcast. Finally an inspiring, interesting and motivating one for every day people like me...a great mix to help with affordable and realistic tips amongst the podcasts. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    T1D prego
    Australia6 years ago
  • Great Business Podcast

    Entertaining, engaging, informative and practical. A must listen for anyone in business no matter the size or experience. Thanks for the hard work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BackableNige
    Australia6 years ago
  • Awesome Content!

    Cheers on your podcast!! Looking forward to your next episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grusha - ElitePodcastBookings
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Audiences value the mix of marketing, health, and legal topics tailored to solopreneurs and small businesses.
The host's interviewing style is described as relaxed, insightful, and engaging.
Reviews highlight the show as essential and motivating for real-world business growth.
Listeners praise the show for practical, actionable tips and relatable guest stories.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Building social courage: Lessons From 500 lunches with strangers
Q: What standalone actions can soloists take to start building social courage today?
Start with the smallest possible step that fits you, whether that's reaching out to one person a day, attending a networking event, or starting a simple project. Consistency beats intensity in the long run.
Building social courage: Lessons From 500 lunches with strangers
Q: What is the biggest mistake people make when reaching out to strangers?
The biggest mistake is carrying a negative internal story about oneself and assuming negativity from others; re-framing to a more neutral or curious stance helps improve response rates and conversations.
Building social courage: Lessons From 500 lunches with strangers
Q: How did you approach people, and how did you handle the rejections?
Most messages were sent via LinkedIn, and about 95% didn't reply. Rejections were normal, and over time you adjust expectations. Those who did say yes were often pleasantly surprised by my confidence, validating the approach.
Building social courage: Lessons From 500 lunches with strangers
Q: You've described yourself as an introvert. What possessed you to invite 500 strangers to lunch?
I wanted to improve my social skills and build a network since the home-based introvert lifestyle doesn't automatically translate into sales. Meeting diverse people helped me learn, adapt, and feel more capable of growing a business without turning every encounter into a sales pitch.
Mental health and wellbieng secrets for soloists
Q: What are the practical steps you recommend for leaders of small businesses to support well-being at work?
Lead by example with sustainable practices, implement the VIP framework (vitality, intimacy, prosperity), foster psychological safety, nurture relationships including with contractors, and promote a culture where seeking help is normal and encouraged.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flying Solo

What is Flying Solo about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on solo operators and small business owners, delivering practical, real-world guidance across marketing, sales, legal basics, health, finance, and personal development. Episodes frequently feature seasoned practitioners and founders who translate complex concepts into actionable steps for one-person or small teams, with a strong emphasis on ethical selling, genuine relationships, and sustainable growth. Notable strengths include a practical, no-fluff interviewing style, a focus on tangible takeaways, and guest lineups that span marketing, PR, health optimization, and strategic planning—often tailored to Australian solopreneurs and small businesses. This blend of hands-on tactics, mindset shifts, and inclusive community-buil... more

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Recent guests on Flying Solo include:

1. Nick Bendel
2. Jessica Spendlove
3. Jane Robertson
4. Jason Dunn
5. Amantha Imber
6. Liz Nable
7. Declan Edwards
8. Cherie Mylordis

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