Overview
In this conversation, Adam James and David Nunn explore David’s journey of personal and professional growth. He tells the story of how he developed his business High Risk Solutions and grew it into an empire with 100 staff. He emphasises the importance of mentorship, resilience, and community support.
Dave shares his early life experiences, career challenges, and the lessons learned along the way, including the significance of mental health and maintaining a work-life balance. The discussion highlights the impact of surrounding oneself with positive influences and experienced successful mentors.
Dave shares his insights on the importance of giving back to the community which he does through his organisation COGSY. He discusses navigating mental health challenges in business. Dave is also advocate for nuclear energy as a sustainable power source in the state of Qld with his organisation CQ Nuclear Alliance.
He emphasises the need for integrity, accountability, and community engagement in both personal and professional realms. Nunn also discusses his drive to inspire the next generation and the significance of having supportive relationships in achieving success.
Takeaways & Quotes
- Building a network of genuine connections is vital for success.
- It’s about making sure you give back to younger people.
- Surround yourself with good people; you are the average of the five people you hang around.
- I had a drive to put a roof over my family’s head.
- Mental health is a hard thing; we often forget why we do what we do.
- “I just kept moving and doing things, whether good or bad”.
- The importance of resilience and learning from challenges is crucial.
- Finding time for myself through fitness has been a game changer.
- Giving back to the community is fulfilling and essential.
- Mental health is a critical aspect of running a business.
- Nuclear energy is a viable solution for sustainable power.
- It’s important to inspire the next generation through mentorship.
- Integrity and accountability are crucial in business.
- Community engagement fosters positive relationships and growth.
- Navigating challenges requires resilience and adaptability.
- Having a supportive partner can significantly impact success.
- Learning from failures is part of the journey.
Chapters
- 00:00Introduction and Connection
- 02:45Early Life and Influences
- 11:58Career Journey and Business Development
- 19:00Challenges and Lessons Learned
- 26:57Health, Fitness, and Personal Growth
- 29:44Mental Health and Work-Life Balance
- 30:14Finding Fulfillment Through Giving Back
- 33:25Navigating Mental Health in Business
- 39:31The Case for Nuclear Energy
- 50:45Inspiring the Next Generation
- 01:02:24The Importance of Community Engagement
