In Episode 64 of the Zero Lives Left Podcast Wayne is joined by guest James Perry. They kick off in a deeply engaging conversation about self-recognition, personal growth, and the life-changing influence of travel. Wayne opens up about his struggle with acknowledging his own value and his reticence towards accepting recognition. In contrast, James shares his remarkable journey from a quaint village to the professional world of accountancy, and his transition to becoming a devoted full-time carer for his ailing parents.
Throughout the episode, they dive into the critical importance of recognizing one's accomplishments, how travel can profoundly affect personal development, and the ongoing value of learning. With a spotlight on how technology is reshaping the field of accountancy, Wayne and James discuss the crucial role of building relationships, particularly for those who are introverted, and stress the importance of self-care to prevent burnout. Together, they navigate the complexities of life, underscore the importance of connecting with others, and advocate for the power of facing challenges head-on.
Here are some key takeaways from the conversation:
🌟 Recognizing Small Wins: Acknowledging our achievements, no matter how small, is crucial for personal growth. Taking the time to appreciate our progress can have a profound impact on our mindset and well-being.
🌍 The Transformative Power of Travel: James shared his goal of visiting the seven wonders of the world and his experience with travel as a tool for personal development. Exploring different cultures and overcoming challenges through travel has had a profound impact on his life.
🔗 Building Relationships: We discussed the evolving role of accountants in the digital age and the increasing importance of building strong relationships and influence. Platforms like LinkedIn offer opportunities for introverted individuals to develop relationships virtually and in the real world.
In Episode 64 of the Zero Lives Left Podcast Wayne is joined by guest James Perry. They kick off in a deeply engaging conversation about self-recognition, personal growth, and the life-changing influence of travel. Wayne opens up about his struggle with acknowledging his own value and his reticence towards accepting recognition. In contrast, James shares his remarkable journey from a quaint village to the professional world of accountancy, and his transition to becoming a devoted full-time carer for his ailing parents.
Throughout the episode, they dive into the critical importance of recognizing one's accomplishments, how travel can profoundly affect personal development, and the ongoing value of learning. With a spotlight on how technology is reshaping the field of accountancy, Wayne and James discuss the crucial role of building relationships, particularly for those who are introverted, and stress the importance of self-care to prevent burnout. Together, they navigate the complexities of life, underscore the importance of connecting with others, and advocate for the power of facing challenges head-on.
Here are some key takeaways from the conversation:
🌟 Recognizing Small Wins: Acknowledging our achievements, no matter how small, is crucial for personal growth. Taking the time to appreciate our progress can have a profound impact on our mindset and well-being.
🌍 The Transformative Power of Travel: James shared his goal of visiting the seven wonders of the world and his experience with travel as a tool for personal development. Exploring different cultures and overcoming challenges through travel has had a profound impact on his life.
🔗 Building Relationships: We discussed the evolving role of accountants in the digital age and the increasing importance of building strong relationships and influence. Platforms like LinkedIn offer opportunities for introverted individuals to develop relationships virtually and in the real world.

In this episode, I chat with Gary Day who runs Garden of Music based in Warrenpoint.
Garden of Music believes that everyone should have lifelong access and opportunities to both music-making and music education. Garden of Music advocate for musical inclusion. They believe everyone is musical and should have equity to opportunities and provision.
This episode was all about finding out more about Garden of Music, the impact it has & how it's helping making music more accessible for everyone. Founder Gary chats about his early days in music to becoming one of the leading music practitioners in the UK and Ireland, with 20 years’ experience working in accessible and inclusive music-making and education.
Gary talks openly about the importance of making music accessible & as inclusive as possible stating that 'music is in us all'
We also chat about Gary's own business journey in which he shares 3 key tips when it comes to business
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