Not So Average
Not So Average
Podcast Description
"Not So Average" celebrates relatable success stories from everyday people proving you don’t need to be a billionaire or celebrity to be extraordinary. Hosted by start-up junky and world traveler Alistair Shipley, each episode dives into the journeys of community shakers—people redefining what success looks like through their unique paths. Through candid conversations and real insights, Not So Average reveals lessons, struggles, and triumphs, reminding us all that success is never one-size-fits-all. Let’s get into it!
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of personal development, entrepreneurship, and community impact, with episodes that delve into topics like branding, leadership, purpose-driven business, and resilience. For instance, Aislinn Grant discusses her creative agency journey while navigating imposter syndrome, and David Cree reflects on his work with a social enterprise aimed at helping the homeless.
“Not So Average” celebrates relatable success stories from everyday people proving you don’t need to be a billionaire or celebrity to be extraordinary. Hosted by start-up junky and world traveler Alistair Shipley, each episode dives into the journeys of community shakers—people redefining what success looks like through their unique paths. Through candid conversations and real insights, Not So Average reveals lessons, struggles, and triumphs, reminding us all that success is never one-size-fits-all. Let’s get into it!
In this episode of Not So Avg, Danijel Slisko opens up about what it really looks like to build, fail, and build again. Sharing the highs, lows, and hard-won lessons from founding six companies across multiple industries.
Raised in an entrepreneurial household, Danijel reflects on how his father’s influence shaped his mindset early on, from financial literacy to calculated risk-taking. But this episode goes beyond business. It’s a conversation about resilience, relationships, and following what feels natural.
💬 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
💡 The early ventures that sparked Danijel’s entrepreneurial path
📉 Knowing when to let go in business
💬 Why resilience is the real currency of entrepreneurship
🏡 The role family, friendships, and community play in staying grounded
👨👧 The values he’s now passing on
Danijel’s journey reminds us that success isn’t a single destination, it’s the compounding result of experience, support, and staying in the game when things get hard.
Show Notes:
Where to find Danijel:
Personal Site – https://danijelslisko.com/
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danijel-sli%C5%A1ko-1639a61b/
Referenced in this Episode:
The REAL Secret to Success video https://youtu.be/M7dUIXEzPfg
Strategies for Life Success – John Spence’s Workbook https://johnspence.mybigcommerce.com/strategies-for-life-success-workbook-pdf/
🎧 Listen now and get inspired by the long view of what it means to build a Not So Avg life.
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