The Honest Mic

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Most success stories skip the expensive part. The Honest Mic is where founders, operators, creators, and people with scars worth learning from share what it really takes to build, recover, and keep going. No hype. No highlight reel. Just honest conversations from people who've been through something worth hearing. The goal isn't inspiration. It's perspective you can actually use.

Episodes

  1. May 31

    Why Profit-First Is Quietly Breaking Your Business with Glenn Bostock

    Most businesses say people matter. But what happens when profits become the priority and people become an afterthought? In this episode of The Honest Mic, Fortune sits down with Glenn Bostock, founder of SnapCab and author of A Human Business, to explore why traditional management often fails, what leaders misunderstand about motivation, and how businesses can grow without sacrificing their humanity. Glenn shares how his early struggles with learning disabilities shaped his leadership philosophy, why he believes the human body provides the perfect model for a healthy organization, and how kindness, usefulness, and clarity can create stronger cultures and better business results. We discuss: • Why profit-first thinking eventually hurts profits • The five principles of a human business • Why management is often wrong about people • The connection between leadership and purpose • What "love" actually means in a workplace • How to improve employee engagement and retention • Why companies waste more employee time than they realize Whether you're a founder, manager, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the future of work, this conversation offers a different way to think about leadership and organizational success. Learn more about Glenn and his work at glennbostock.com. If you enjoyed this episode, follow The Honest Mic and leave a review. It helps more people discover conversations that matter.

    24 min

  2. May 29

    The Online Mistakes Costing Businesses Thousands in Leads - Wes Towers

    In this episode of The Honest Mic, we sit down with Wes Towers, founder of Uplift 360 and a digital strategist who’s spent more than twenty years helping builders and trades get found, trusted, and chosen online. We talk about why so many construction companies struggle online despite doing great work, the website mistakes quietly killing leads, whether SEO still matters in the age of AI, and how smaller firms can compete with bigger brands without massive budgets. Wes also shares lessons learned from building a business the hard way: mistakes, tough seasons, adapting to change, and why authenticity matters more now than ever online. If you run a business, work in construction, or want to understand how customers actually find and trust companies today, this conversation is packed with practical insights. Topics include: Website mistakes that cost businesses leads SEO vs AI: what’s actually changing How small firms compete online Building trust through authentic marketing Resilience, growth, and learning through failure Learn more about Wes Towers and Uplift 360: https://uplift360.com.au/ If you enjoyed the episode, follow The Honest Mic, leave a review, and share it with someone building something real.

    33 min

  3. May 29

    The Psychology of Sales Nobody Wants to Admit - Joe Rockey

    What makes people say yes? Why do some leaders create momentum while others create resistance? In this episode of The Honest Mic, we sit down with Joe Rockey to unpack the psychology behind sales, leadership, incentives, recruiting, and building businesses that actually grow. Joe shares lessons from founding 29 companies and making over 2,500 media appearances, breaking down what separates average communicators from people who influence, persuade, and lead effectively. From business growth to team buy-in, this conversation is packed with practical insights entrepreneurs, creators, and future leaders can apply immediately. If you've ever wondered why some people naturally command attention in business while others struggle to get traction, this episode is for you. Learn more about Joe Rockey: https://elitebusinesscruises.com/ The Honest Mic is where real conversations meet real experience. No fluff. Just lessons you can actually use.

    23 min

  4. May 7

    Year After Graduation: The Part Nobody Prepares You For

    You finish school thinking life is finally about to begin. Then suddenly… you’re sending applications, watching time move, questioning yourself, comparing your life to everybody else’s, and trying to stay hopeful while nothing feels certain. In this episode of The Honest Mic, we talk honestly about the first year after graduation... the pressure, the silence, the job search, money struggles, self-doubt, and the reality most people don’t post online. No motivational speeches. No fake success stories. Just a real conversation about figuring life out after school. If you’ve ever felt lost after graduating, this episode will probably feel familiar.

    13 min

  5. May 5

    The Case Against the Traditional Path

    Dropping out is usually seen as failure. But what if it’s not that simple? In this episode, we talk about the decision to walk away from school... what led to it, what people don’t understand about it, and what comes after. No sugarcoating. Just the reality behind a choice most people are too afraid to make… or too quick to judge. This is for anyone questioning the “normal” path.

    16 min

  6. May 5

    The Conversations We Avoid

    Let me ask you something… When was the last time someone actually told you the truth about life after school, career pressure, or trying to figure things out? This isn’t another polished podcast full of safe answers. The Honest Mic is where real conversations happen... the kind people usually keep private. In this introductory episode, I’m opening the door to what this podcast is really about… and why it exists. If you’re tired of surface-level talk, you’re in the right place.

    2 min
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Most success stories skip the expensive part. The Honest Mic is where founders, operators, creators, and people with scars worth learning from share what it really takes to build, recover, and keep going. No hype. No highlight reel. Just honest conversations from people who've been through something worth hearing. The goal isn't inspiration. It's perspective you can actually use.

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  • Creator
    Fortune
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Fortune
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    The Honest Mic