🌴148. My $500 status run

Hey from the Brisbane Airport car park!Today’s episode is a little... rogue. I flew to Newcastle and back this morning — not for a keynote, not for a holiday, but for something frequent flyers call a status run.If you’ve never heard of it, I walk you through exactly what it is, why I did it, and how I used a mix of AI, points-chasing logic, and productive downtime to make it totally worth it. ✈️I also chat about:Why I’ve been cheating on Qantas (sorry not sorry?)What Gold status actually gives you (spoiler: it’s more than a lounge)How AI helped me find the cheapest, fastest way to retain my perksWhy flying gave me a “balcony view” moment on my businessThe ROI of a $500 decision that keeps paying off all year longEven if you’re not into travel hacks, this episode’s about how sometimes, the most random decisions (like a fly-in fly-out morning adventure) can create space to think, reset, and come back sharper than ever.Sign up for free for my best articles every week: Work Fame.Show notes for every episode at https://podcast.leannehughes.comP.S. Ready to take things up a level? Here are some ways I can help:Watch My 2025 Speaker Reel: Let's energise your next event.Get My Book: Design your workshops fast using The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint. Let's connect on all the channels:Leanne Hughes on LinkedInLeanne Hughes on InstagramVisit my website: leannehughes.comEmail me: [email protected] you like to deliver your own private podcast feed to your audience? Sign up for a free trial today at Hello Audio.