Welcome to Success Matters, where we explore the Extraordinary Magic of Ordinary People.
If someone asked you "are you successful?" What would you say?
I spent 30 years in sales where success was a binary metric, and it never felt right. This led me on a mission to ask people from all walks of life "What does success mean to you?". My guests bring unique perspectives, sharing how success has been defined and redefined in their own lives. I believe in exploring a wide range of ideas, the views & opinions shared by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect mine or Success Matters
What does it take to build a business on your own terms while adapting to shifting digital landscapes?In this episode of Success Matters, I’m joined by Matt Diamante (Founder of Hey Tony) to discuss career transitions, SEO strategies, and the realities of modern entrepreneurship.From leaving an HVAC programme on day one to running viral digital publishing platforms and helping businesses rank on Google, Matt shares practical insights into search engine optimisation, the impact of AI on content discovery, and why generosity with your knowledge is the ultimate growth strategy. He also reflects openly on burnout, perseverance, and how his definition of success has evolved over time.We discussed a few core principles that apply equally to business visibility and personal development:- SEO is problem-solving, not algorithmic trickery: Whether through Google or AI engines like ChatGPT, users are time-poor and seeking immediate solutions. Clarity and relevance win over length.- Generosity builds trust: The fear of "giving away the crown jewels" is often unfounded. Sharing your exact processes openly establishes authority and attracts clients who value your execution expertise.- The reality of perseverance: True success requires navigating intense seasons of effort, maintaining perspective during moments of overwhelm, and evaluating progress by looking back at how far you have come rather than constantly moving the horizon.Connect with Matt at:Webheytony.caInstagraminstagram.com/heytony.agencyTikToktiktok.com/@heytonyagencyFacebookfacebook.com/heytonyagencyLearnlearn.heytony.ca
27 Oct 2026
The Wrong Story with John Ebling
Facts tell, stories sell.
Business storytelling isn’t simply finding better words, it's telling the right story, with the customer at the centre.
Storytelling coach John Elbing explains how customer-focused messaging can help teams make better decisions and help businesses connect with the people they want to reach.
3 key takeaways:
Make the customer the hero. Shift your messaging from “we, we, we” to the customer’s needs, challenges, and goals.
Use story to create clarity. A shared story can help teams make better decisions and focus on what customers actually need.
Connect through empathy. Facts matter, but helping people feel understood can make your message more persuasive.
Whatever your role in work or business, this episode offers a practical way to rethink how you pitch, present, and build your brand.
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21 Oct 2026
Yes Changed Everything with Lauri Ann Murabito
When we talk about success, we often focus on momentum, achievement, and forward motion. But much of our growth is forged in the moments where life forces us to stop.In this episode of Success Matters, I had the privilege of speaking with Laurie-Ann Murabito about resilience, loss, and the journey to finding one’s voice.Laurie-Ann shares her story of moving to Japan at thirteen and experiencing profound social isolation, and later navigating the heartbreak of becoming a young widow at thirty-six.Our conversation touches on several key themes: • How unexpected disruptions shape our capacity for resilience • The subconscious triggers that hold us back long after a crisis has passed • How taking life one day at a time creates room for healing and rebuilds confidence • Why true success is less about external status and more about presence, joy, and helping othersWhether you are navigating a transition in your career or reflecting on your personal path, Laurie-Ann’s perspective offers valuable clarity on how we process life’s speed bumps.www.speakandstandout.com
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