Real Stories. Raw Lessons. Timeless Wisdom.
What I Wish I Knew at 30 is the podcast that bridges generations — where host Fran Harper, entrepreneur, coach, and storyteller, invites guests from the worlds of food, business, sport, and travel to share the truths, turning points, and lessons they wish they’d known earlier in life.
Born from years of heart-to-heart conversations with young people, this show captures the wisdom, resilience, and humour of those who’ve lived, learned, and now want to give back. Each episode is a deep dive into mindset, purpose, growth, and human connection — because the insights of one generation should inspire the next.
If you love authentic conversations that make you reflect, laugh, and rethink what really matters at every age, this is your invitation to learn from experience, not just time.
🎧 Subscribe now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube — and start discovering what you wish you knew at 30.
Real Stories. Raw Lessons. Timeless Wisdom.
What I Wish I Knew at 30 is the podcast that bridges generations — where host Fran Harper, entrepreneur, coach, and storyteller, invites guests from the worlds of food, business, sport, and travel to share the truths, turning points, and lessons they wish they’d known earlier in life.
Born from years of heart-to-heart conversations with young people, this show captures the wisdom, resilience, and humour of those who’ve lived, learned, and now want to give back. Each episode is a deep dive into mindset, purpose, growth, and human connection — because the insights of one generation should inspire the next.
If you love authentic conversations that make you reflect, laugh, and rethink what really matters at every age, this is your invitation to learn from experience, not just time.
🎧 Subscribe now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube — and start discovering what you wish you knew at 30.
What does it take to turn your life around after hitting rock bottom? In this episode of What I Wish I Knew at 30, Fran Harper interviews Robert Theodoridis, a transformative entrepreneur who went from prison to building thriving businesses.
Rob shares his real-life lessons on resilience, mindset, personal growth, and overcoming adversity, offering actionable advice for anyone striving to achieve their dreams despite life’s challenges.
Key Topics Covered:
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Rob's Journey
02:09 Reflections on Turning 30
06:46 Dreams and Expectations
10:02 Lessons on Trust and Relationships
12:45 Life's Curveballs: Incarceration and Resilience
18:36 The Hardships of Prison Life
23:17 Advice to My Younger Self
26:49 Life Lessons from the Past
28:30 The Importance of Impact and Memory
31:03 Navigating Modern Challenges for Youth
34:28 Mindset Shifts for Success
39:19 The FOTOS Method: Focusing on What Matters
40:40 The Bus Test: Ensuring Business Continuity
42:59 Reflection and Living with Purpose
43:12 Quickfire Fun Questions
Takeaways & Conclusions:
Keywords & Phrases:
resilience, entrepreneurship, mindset, personal growth, mentorship, overcoming adversity, life lessons, success, self-belief, transformation
Connect & Resources:
Guest: Rob Theodoridis | Speaker | Australian Business Champion | Co-Founder of RISE TO GREATNESS & Sydney Electrical Contractors | Author of VELOCITY
Host: Fran Harper | Head of Sales & Marketing - Global Paramount 21 Ltd - Podcast Host What I Wish I knew at 30
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