In today's episode, Toni interviews Simon Alexander Ong, an author, coach, and entrepreneur. Simon shares his journey from the corporate world to becoming a successful coach and public speaker. He discusses the importance of awakening people's imagination and living a better story. Simon also opens up about the challenges he faced, including the impact of the global financial crisis and the loss of his mother at a young age. He emphasizes the power of building relationships, being strategic, and taking risks. Simon's positive outlook and ability to find the good in every situation are truly inspiring. Listeners will gain valuable insights into personal growth, finding purpose, and creating a meaningful impact in the world. KEY TAKEAWAYS Building relationships and expanding your network is crucial for success. Simon emphasised the importance of relationship building and how it can lead to opportunities and collaborations. Being strategic and intentional in your actions is key. Simon's journey involved careful planning, making strategic decisions, and being intentional about his goals and actions. Don't be afraid to take risks and step outside of your comfort zone. Simon took risks by exploring new opportunities, such as public speaking, and it paid off in unexpected ways. Value before victory. Simon's approach of providing value and serving others without expecting immediate returns helped him build strong relationships and open doors for future opportunities. Embrace the fragility of life and don't wait to pursue your dreams. Simon's experience of losing his mother at a young age taught him the importance of living life to the fullest and taking action on your goals and dreams without delay. BEST MOMENTS "Everything I do is designed to awaken people's imagination of what is truly possible so they can live a better story." "The pain of staying where I was became greater than the pain of change."  "The power of speaking is not just awareness about your work, but it's also powerful from a brand perspective."  "Don't wait became something that powered me forward to collapse that gap between idea and execution."  "We enter this tragic scenario where we live as if we're never going to die and then die having never really lived."  HOST BIO Toni's journey defies the norm. Raised with a strong work ethic and a traditional career path in mind, she initially pursued a corporate job in HR after earning her degree. However, in 2015, everything changed when she attended a property training seminar. Little did she know that this event would ignite a profound passion for property investment. With her husband Chris, Toni raised millions in joint venture finance, creating a multi-million-pound property portfolio. But her story doesn't stop there. By the age of 33, she left her HR job behind to empower others in building their successful property businesses. Toni's passion for public speaking led her to become a world record holder. Beyond the accolades, she sees it as a calling to educate and inspire. Toni hosts training events and uses her "Talks with Toni" podcast to share insights, interview captivating guests, and motivate her audience.