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Episodes
Master the Unspoken: How Body Language Drives Influence and Business Growth Stephanie Fieldsend
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Unlock the hidden power of body language with New Zealand’s top expert, Stephine Fieldsend. In this episode, you’ll discover how to decode unspok...
The Voice of Victory: Discipline, Drive & Deals with Bruce Buffer
03 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join legendary Octagon announcer Bruce Buffer in this motivating episode of Passion to Profits. Bruce shares his insights on the power of self-discip...
The Finish Line Is Just the Start -#90
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 90.- The finale of a challenge, but not the end of the journey.For 90 days, I’ve shown up every single day — no excuses.Through storms, setbac...
Active Rest, Intentional Growth - #89
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 89, and today was all about preparation, for horses, for clients, and for myself.The morning was admin, bookings, and travel prep. The afternoon w...
Patience, Progress, and Preparing for What’s Next - #88
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 88 - Two days from the finish line, it was all about progress made possible by patience.From following up with a young horse who’s just stepped ...
Smashing Limiting Beliefs - One Ride at a Time - #87
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 87 was the second day of our Confidence Club, and once again, the breakthroughs were huge!From teaching a rider on a very experienced horse how to...
From Setbacks to Breakthroughs: Confidence in Action - #86
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 86 was all about confidence, the kind that carries riders through setbacks and horses through challenges.Despite the wild weather, Confidence Club...
Redefining Recovery: Blending Care, Science & Heart - #85
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 85 brought a powerful reminder that recovery isn’t just about protocols, it’s about blending compassion, science, and persistence.From helping...
Every Patient Matters—Whether on Four Legs or Two Paws - #84
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 84 was a lesson in balance. While I spent the day in Tauranga working with horses, from long-term rehab cases to young horses with postural trans...
Gratitude, Growth & the Power of Support - #83
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 83 reminded me of two powerful truths: you’re never truly on your own, and progress, whether for horses or people, always comes through support....
The Weight of Responsibility - #82
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 82 tested me on multiple fronts. Mia’s injury meant urgent vet trips, tough decisions, and the reality of facing surgery just days before we’...
Highs in the Arena, Heartbreak at Home - #81
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 81 was a day of contrasts. Professionally, I spent the day with eight horses — from older horses needing TLC, to competition horses building on ...
When Suppliers Slip, So Does Trust - #80
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 80 — an inside day of study, admin, and business strategy while the storm raged outside.But the real lesson came from a supplier who fumbled the...
From Mess to Mental Clarity - #79
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 79 was all about shifting gears — not with horses, but with myself.After a heavy week, today brought a much-needed reset. A morning at Pony Club...
The Power of Hope: From Rescue to Renewal - #78
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today was full on, from rehab follow-ups, quick turnarounds, and even dodging a van crash on the road. But the day ended with a pony named Hope — an...
The Power of Firsts: Horses, Healing, and Starting Again - #77
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is about firsts. I had the privilege of treating two horses for the very first time in their lives, no bodywork, no adjustments, no ...
From Rabbit Holes to Real Results - #76
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What a start to the day! At 7am, I was digging for a missing dog thought to be stuck in a rabbit hole. Half an hour later, I found him… safe, but a...
From First Steps to Lifelong Care - #75
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 75 — Today was about milestones and commitment.My youngster went on his first solo hack, a huge achievement and a step forward in his journey.I ...
Every Horse Deserves Dignity - #74
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 74 — Every Horse Deserves Dignity Today wasn’t about ribbons or results. It was about responsibility.I worked with a long-term client whose po...
Strategy Days Count Too - #73
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 73 — no horses worked today, but that doesn’t mean no progress.Behind every session, every result, every transformation is the unglamorous but...
Consistency Tested, Commitment Proven - #72
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 72 - Today was proof that even the best routines get tested.I’ve built a solid 5 AM rhythm while Sophie’s been away, but now that she’s home...
Back Home, Back to Balance: Reconnection, Reflection, and Collaboration - #71
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After 10 days on the road, I’m finally back on the farm, and after 3 long months, Sophie is home too. Today was about shifting gears: catching up o...
The Power of a Second Opinion: Critical Thinking in Equine Performance - #70
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 70 takes us deep into the value of critical thinking in equine performance care. Today, I share a case where a client was told to sell her new ho...
Proof in the Plans: When Clients Commit, Horses Transform - #69
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 69 - Today was all about results. For years, only a fraction of clients truly committed to winter plans, but this year, close to 80% followed thr...
It Takes a Team: Precision in Action - #68
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 68 - Took me from my usual Northland yard to a collaborative day at Precision Saddle Fit, where teamwork produced some incredible results. One th...
An Hour Too Late: The Hardest Conversations in Horse Care - #67
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 67 turned into something different than I first expected.After a sleepless night, I chose to listen to my body and rest before heading into a full...
Strength in the Work, Weight in the World - #66
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today was a demanding day in every sense of the word. I treated 10 horses at a Northland event yard, starting with the competition team and moving int...
The Long Game: Rehab, Resilience & Results - #65
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 65 was a full clinic day in Whangārei, treating 8–9 horses from start to finish. For context, that’s close to 8–10 hours of physical, hands...
Proof in the Progress: Turning Knowledge Into Results - #64
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 64, and the results spoke for themselves.A winter spent guiding a horse’s rehabilitation remotely came full circle today as I finally put my han...
The Clients Who Show Up, No Matter What - #63
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some clients say they want results — others prove it.Today, one horse owner faced a major breakdown en route to her appointment, with a truck full o...
Building the Competitive Edge in a New Arena - #62
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I stepped into new territory — literally and figuratively.A full day in a completely new discipline with 10 new horses and riders, each with t...
Solo to Stronger. Stronger to Unbreakable - #61
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
90 days in total 29 days with Sophie up north. 61 days with her down south.That’s 90 days running the farm, two businesses, horses, dogs, and stock...
One Night to Go — And Winter’s Still Throwing Punches -#60
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 60 — The final night before I wrap up another solo winter on the farm. oday brought both ends of the livestock spectrum: losing a ewe I’d fou...
Two Days from the Finish Line — Shifting Gears for the Final Push - #59
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eighty-seven days of running the farm, two businesses, dogs, horses, and stock — entirely solo. Now, with Sophie just two days from being home, it’...
Growth Over Comfort: Riding Through Every Excuse - #58
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today wasn’t about chasing fun; it was about chasing growth.On a freezing, sleet-filled morning with every excuse to stay home, I chose the harder p...
Weather, Traffic, and a Wild Ride —#57
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today tested my ability to adapt, twice before I even got in the show ring.From reversing a float out of a tight driveway to avoid a major highway a...
Success Is Earned in Advance - #56
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 56 – The difference between reacting and leading? Preparation.Today was all about proactive work, treating a 2-year-old before problems appear, ...
Not Every Fight Ends in a Win — The Cost of Keeping Going -#55
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After being up until 2AM trying to save one of our ewes, she didn’t make it.Some days, you do everything right… and still lose.Today wasn’t abou...
Still Standing. Still Showing Up. And So Did the Support - #54
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After being mentally and physically pushed to my limit this week, today was about quiet strength.The kind of day that doesn’t need fanfare, just the...
Broken But Not Beaten - #53
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today broke me.Mentally. Physically. Emotionally.It was supposed to be a regular Monday. But from sunup to sundown, it was nothing short of survival m...
Precision, Pressure & Paddocks - #52
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do when the day you're supposed to deliver precision, progress, and performance… throws you chaos instead?Day 52 started with a sad...
Precision Matters: When Collaboration Elevates the Horse - #51
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today I hosted Precision Saddle Fit NZ on-site for a full day of collaborative work across performance, rehab, and first-time saddle fits.This episode...
Delivering Results. Elevating Standards - #50
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 50, and I’ll be honest, the last 10 days have been tough!Not because of the work, but because of the mental block.Routine has a way of numbing c...
Rehab Isn’t Just for Horses - #49
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode dives into the mindset of recovery, not just for the horses I treat, but for myself.I share insights from my second neuro-optometric...
Pressure Reveals Character. Standards Define Outcome - #48
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The storm passed, but the lessons didn’t stop.Today’s episode isn’t about chaos, it’s about clarity. Because once the pressure lifts, what’...
Storms Hit. Standards Hold - #47
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 47 - Today was CHOAS: a ewe emergency, a storm rolling in, a red-flag client story, and a whole schedule knocked sideways. But even in the middle...
Strength, Symmetry & Strategy - That’s the Work - #46
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is about more than horses, it’s about what happens when strategy is executed with precision. Two client horses finished their 5...
Break the Routine, Break the Rhythm - #45
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode should’ve been out before sunrise. Instead, it’s hitting the feed at 8:15pm.And that’s exactly what I talk about today, how breakin...
Preparation Buys You Freedom - #44
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today was a masterclass in proactive performance.From starting lamb watch and managing logistics…to overhauling a 70x90m arena surface and reorganis...
Energy Isn’t Unlimited - Strategy Should Be - #43
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 43 - Not every day starts fast, but that doesn’t mean it’s wasted.With physical energy low, I shifted into planning, prep, and high-impact cho...
Find a Way - Or Make One - #42
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 42, and the mission didn’t look like horses, fences, or paddocks today. It looked like a 2-hour neuro assessment for a concussion I thought I’...
Discipline in the Details - #41
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 41 - A full reset is underway.Not just mindset but structure, priorities, and business direction.Today started with structure:Farrier work done, y...
The Reflection in the Stillness - #40
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day - 40 was 5AM start. On the road treating horses. Progress with clients, powerful results from a driven team.Two more horses worked before dark. A...
The Right Thing Over Profit - #39
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 39 ~ another stunning, cold winter day. Horses worked Farm jobs done And one special goodbye to the mare that left for the South Island.Her st...
Enough Talk. Time to Be the Solution - #38
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 38 — and while it was a productive, satisfying day on the farm, something hit deeper.✔ Horses worked ✔ Paddocks harrowed ✔ Transport pre...
Cold Starts, Big Days and Protecting My Energy - #37
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 37 - and it started rough:Slept through the alarm, into a brutal –4°C frost, horses worked, paddocks shifted, surprise transporter rescheduled ...
Small Fixes, Big Lessons - #36
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 36 - Honestly, it wasn’t the most exciting or inspiring day.Started with a JT Foxx AI webinar, then ran into town for fencing supplies after a s...
100 Days, 1,000 Downloads, and the Discipline Behind It - #35
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 35 was full of milestones today!✔ Halfway point, managing The Ridges solo alongside 2 businesses ✔ 1,000 podcast downloads ✔ 100 days alco...
Results That Remind You Why You Do It - #34
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 34 - Today was a reminder of why this work matters.Morning on the road, following up rehab cases, incredibly rewarding to see the change in these ...
When Wins Still Feel Like Losses - #33
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 33, and it was one of those days where the wins were real, but they didn’t feel like enough!Farrier arrived early, trimming nine horses, shoeing...
Off Days, On Discipline - And Why Support Matters - #32
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 32 — and it was a grind.Worked three horsesUnloaded and fed out baleageSpent what felt like an entire afternoon chasing a major electric fence f...
On the Right Track - And Reminded How Fragile It Is - #31
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 31 - a day of progress, gratitude, and deep reflection.The morning started with action: meeting the fencer, assessing what’s needed, and preppin...
When Prevention Saves You and You Barely Notice - #30
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 30 — and the aftermath of the storm was waiting.Morning was spent sorting storm damage: the main barn paddocks were hit hard. At first, it look...
You Can’t Close a Door You Haven’t Opened - #29
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 29 - productive, reflective, and stormy.~ Early start: weanlings and horses into the barn before the storm hits~ AI webinar: diving deeper into th...
Strong Days Are Built Before the Storm - #28
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 28 - proactive and full.~ Early tractor work ahead of the storm~ Moved the stallion and companion to higher ground, rotated grazing, and secured r...
When the Day Tries to Break You — Rise Anyway -#27
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 27 didn’t ease in gently, it came in swinging.– 4AM start: admin and training locked in before daylight – Quad stuck in gear against a ridg...
You Can’t Clone Yourself - But You Can Prioritise - #26
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 26 ~ one of those days where every demand collides.~ 5 horses worked~ 4 bathed ahead of clipping~ 8.89km walked, 33 flights climbed, chasing sunli...
Discipline Doesn’t Care About the Weather - #23
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 23 - Relentless rain shut down most of the outdoor work.Only one horse worked; the rehab mare got her in-hand session.Nothing big, but keeping the...
Trust Your Gut — It’s Smarter Than You Think - #25
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 25: An interesting one in every way.Horse Progress: – The horse with a tight lumbosacral showed a 50-60% improvement the moment we changed the s...
Push the Plan — Not the Pain - #24
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 24 - Clear blue skies, crisp winter sun, ideal conditions to get six horses worked and progress locked in.But performance isn’t just about the d...
When You Rest Right, You Return Sharper - #22
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 22. Clearer mind. Stronger energy. Back to full execution.After a forced rest day, I hit the ground running today, working six horses on the farm ...
When to Stop Is Just as Important as When to Push - #21
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 21. Storms rolled in again, but so did something else: the realisation that I wasn’t well.Low energy from the day before now made sense. Today w...
Calm Is a Skill — Not a Mood - #20
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day 20. The work got done, horses treated and toplines visibly improving. Consistency is key! But the mindset wasn’t sharp today. The reality of th...
The Cost of What Gets Missed - #19
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Back online and back to full momentum.Started the day catching up on admin with internet finally restored.Then it was tractor time, putting out the bi...
Offline, But Still On Mission - #18
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
No internet for 2.5 days, not ideal, but it didn’t stop momentum.Yes, I was offline digitally.But in every other way, I stayed connected to the hors...
Pain to Performance - #17
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The day started with a sad setback: a horse in clear discomfort from an ill-fitting saddle.Recommended by a professional, trusted by the owner, but co...
Strategic Thinking, Static Assessments & A Storm Reset - #16
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today was about forward momentum, even when systems went offline.Started by using AI strategically while driving, not for shortcuts, but for structure...
Stayed Calm. Made Quick Decisions. Kept Moving Forward - #10
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
5AM: rehab plans sent, schedule locked. Midway through, laptop screen goes black. No warning. No backup.This could’ve been a meltdown moment.But in...
Discipline, Decisions, and Designing Peak Performance - #15
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded at 8:30AM, on the road, and fully switched on. This morning, I broke down three shifts that are sharpening how I operate:– Alcohol-free, Da...
Storms, Setbacks, and Still Showing Up -#14
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The day started at 5AM with a UK-based equine assessment webinar. Then straight on the road to treat horses. Got through two sessions with one at the...
Boot Camps, Drywall, and the Business of Getting It Done - #13
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today compressed the roles and the clock, everything had a deadline, and nothing could wait. Started with heavy lifting (literally): helping the buil...
No Excuses. No Shortcuts. Just the Work - #12
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Up at 4AM. Two hours of M&A training. Ninety minutes into my advanced diploma. Then a full day treating horses. In the between, I reviewed client...
Results Aren't Solo, They're Powered by Poeple -#11
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today was a full day treating horses and a clear reminder that the best results don’t come from working alone. They come from aligning with skilled ...
Quite Wins, Clear Intentions - #9
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
No breakthroughs, no spotlight, just real work done right. ~ Resolved system issues. ~ Joined a 1 AM AI webinar with JT Foxx, incredible insights, a...
Frustration, Focus, and the Turning Point! - #8
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some days don’t go to plan, systems break, answers don’t come, and energy gets drained. Today was that kind of day! But instead of fighting what ...
Client Wins, AI Leverage & The Next Evolution - #7
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A recap of the past two days away, the impact delivered to regular clients, and how AI is simplifying content creation. Plus, an exciting pivot: the ...
Committed Clients, Committed Results - #6
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s episode is about commitment, the kind that shows up when clients drive an hour each way to get their horses treated, then follow through on ...
Heavy Lifting Today for Lighter Days Ahead - #5
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today was about doing the heavy lifting — both behind the desk and out on the farm. From exploring how AI could streamline parts of the business to ...
Still Days. Steady Work. Strong Why - #4
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today was quite different and exactly what I needed. A clear blue sky, work in the heart of the national park, and the kind of rhythm that reminds yo...
No Time. No Room. Still Delivered - #3
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today was fully booked, every minute scheduled, no margin for error. But neither business or animals care about your calendar! Unexpected problems hi...
Who You Surround Yourself With Can Save Your Life - #2
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After completing a first aid course, I break down why your circle could literally save your life, in emergencies, business, and beyond. Discover the ...
Running The Ridges - #1
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 9-Week Challenge BeginsBalancing life, business, and winter on a rural NZ block. Today’s focus: writing case studies, loving the process, and th...