The Adonis Effect

Chloe Buntin & Derek Buntin

The Adonis Effect explores the art and science of transformation in the world of marketing and business growth. Just as the Adonis butterfly symbolises evolution and beauty, this podcast delves into how brands can break through their limits, scale strategically, and create extraordinary impact. Join us as we uncover the strategies, stories, and data-driven insights that empower businesses to transform and thrive. Whether you're a business leader, marketer, or entrepreneur, discover how to harness The Adonis Effect to take your vision to new heights.

  1. The Long Game Behind “Overnight Success”

    JAN 29

    The Long Game Behind “Overnight Success”

    Turning a passion into a career sounds exciting - but the reality is usually long hours, uncertainty, and years of work before anyone sees the result. In this episode of The Adonis Effect, I’m joined by Tau Fereti, an international DJ and creative entrepreneur who turned his love for music into a global business. We unpack the unseen side of that journey - working multiple jobs, late nights, slow progress, self-doubt, and the discipline required to keep going before the breakthrough ever arrived. If you’re a creative, entrepreneur, or anyone chasing a dream while juggling real-world responsibilities, this episode offers clarity, perspective, and grounded motivation. ✅ In this episode, you'll learn: What the early grind of a creative career really looks likeWhy most people quit before progress compoundsThe mindset required to stay consistent when results are slowHow Tau shifted from hobbyist to professionalWhat changes when you treat your craft like a businessThe pressure and responsibility that come with global successHonest advice for creatives balancing work, passion, and life ------------------------------------------------ 🔗 Connect with Tau: Instagram | Threads | TikTok | Soundcloud | YouTube ------------------------------------------------ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST & NEVER MISS AN EPISODE! ⬇️ 🎧 Listen on your preferred platform: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Castbox | Podcast Addict 🌐 Looking to grow your brand? Check us out 👉🏽 https://www.adonis.media Resources & Tools: Adonis Learning Centre Follow Adonis Media's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | X | Youtube | Tiktok

    48 min
  2. Why High Performers Stay Stuck in Life & Business

    JAN 22

    Why High Performers Stay Stuck in Life & Business

    If you’re doing the work but still feel stuck, inconsistent, or overwhelmed, the issue usually isn’t effort - it’s mindset. In this episode of The Adonis Effect, I’m joined by Brett Scott, a mindset coach who helps high performers break through internal limits and build real freedom, discipline, and momentum. We unpack why so many capable people stay stuck despite working hard, and how shifting mindset, identity, and standards can change everything. Whether you’re a business owner, high performer, or someone looking to regain clarity and direction, this episode offers practical insights you can apply immediately. In this episode, you'll learn: Why effort without the right mindset leads to burnout and inconsistencyThe real difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindsetWhy discipline is one of the highest forms of self-love and self-respectHow identity and internal standards shape habits and behaviourThe hidden cost of tall poppy syndrome on ambition and confidenceWhy capable people often hold themselves back to fit inHow to move through fear, discomfort, and internal resistance ------------------------------------------------ 🔗 Connect with Brett: Instagram | Threads | Facebook | LinkedIn | Website ------------------------------------------------ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST & NEVER MISS AN EPISODE! ⬇️ 🎧 Listen on your preferred platform: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube | Castbox | Podcast Addict 🌐 Looking to grow your brand? Check us out 👉🏽 https://www.adonis.media Resources & Tools: Adonis Learning Centre Follow Adonis Media's Socials: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | X | Youtube | Tiktok

    43 min

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The Adonis Effect explores the art and science of transformation in the world of marketing and business growth. Just as the Adonis butterfly symbolises evolution and beauty, this podcast delves into how brands can break through their limits, scale strategically, and create extraordinary impact. Join us as we uncover the strategies, stories, and data-driven insights that empower businesses to transform and thrive. Whether you're a business leader, marketer, or entrepreneur, discover how to harness The Adonis Effect to take your vision to new heights.