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04/05/2026

We recorded a podcast this week that as always hits on some painful truths!

It started as a conversation about what it means to be a man right now, in 2026, against everything that’s going on in the world… rising costs, pressure, distance from home, all of it.

But it quickly became something much more personal.

Louis shared about a weekend he spent with a group of men just sitting around fires, talking honestly, being seen. And it sounds simple, but it shifted something quite deeply for him.

And for us. Because if I’m honest, we weren’t really seeing each other anymore. We were kind of just walking alongside each other, but not actually meeting.

Something shifted in Louis after he came back from a recent transformative weekend away.

We ended up talking about:
– how isolation (especially after immigrating) can quietly take its toll
– the difference between real brotherhood and all the noise out there about masculinity
– what happens in a relationship when you start second-guessing yourself all the time
– and how revisiting our 2008 wedding vows brought us back to something we’d drifted away from

It’s not a polished conversation by any means, it’s just us, being honest about where we were… and where we are now.

If you feel like listening, I’d love to know what resonates.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3fio0dOAxhUSpEGeycyT0H?si=I-5PpB7aQLKX2u-zRZGyAA
Louis Bolton

25/02/2026

“Louis has a rare talent for making people feel comfortable in their own skin in front of a camera.”

We know that for many business owners, being on camera can feel a little daunting. That’s where we come in. At Bolton Inc, we don’t just hit record—we guide you through the process to ensure your most authentic self shines through.

From testimonial videos that build trust to social media clips that stop the scroll, we’re here to help the Bay of Plenty business community grow through the power of professional video.

Ready to share your mission with the world? We’d love to help you tell your story.

Louis Bolton

16/02/2026

Recently on The Bolton Inc Effect, I sat down with the brilliant Zoe Sizemore from Case in Point Design Studio and she said a few things that stuck with me.

For Zoe, strategy is the vital pre-work. The foundation that ensures a brand does not just look good, but actually serves the business.

It is not about “I like purple.” It is about what works.

We also touched on something I found incredibly useful...clear, well-written FAQs on your website help both real people and AI understand what you do...top tip for the day!

Smart, practical and refreshingly grounded.

🎙️ Link below if you would like to listen.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xsD3AWFRoclpKNhuvqXRE
OR
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwDMCVKhbm4
Louis Bolton

We sit down with Zoe, a multidisciplinary designer and illustrator, to unpack how strategy-led branding helps small businesses grow without burning out. From...

16/02/2026

Damn, it's been a minute since I had anything to say. We ended the year, went on holiday, started a new year and even made it into the studio to record a podcast: Two freelancers learning to earn trust.

If you're keeen to hear our perspectives, please listen to the full podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5HkLX1XzQqUSsC7GprZctA

08/12/2025

Tomorrow we’re sitting down with artist + designer Zoe Sizemore… and we already know this conversation is going to take us somewhere special.

We’ll be exploring creativity, motherhood, nature, the spark that comes and goes, and the quiet truths behind her work.

If you love deep, human conversations with soul — this one’s for you.

🎧 We hit record tomorrow. Stay tuned.
Louis Bolton Zoe Sizemore Artist

25/11/2025

Kate from Second Nature Botanicals spoke about how fast we’ve become a “throw-away community”. Buying, tossing, repeating, without stopping to ask if there’s a better way.

And there is.

Going back to basics.
Making small things at home.
Choosing products that are kind to our families, our animals, and the planet.
Saving money while we do good.

Kate’s message is a gentle reminder that we’re not powerless, and that tiny changes inside our homes ripple outward.

This clip is beautiful. Simple. Grounding.
Hope it inspires you the way it inspired me.

🎥 Watch the cut-down and let me know if you’ve made any simple swaps in your home lately.

18/11/2025

Today Louis Bolton released a conversation that feels close to home.
Bridgette Bolton Johnson sat down with Kate Sturmey, founder of Second Nature Botanicals NZ as part of our “Discovering Our Community” BoltnonIncEffect Podcast series.

Kate's story is gentle, grounded, and full of intention.
She creates plant based home and cleaning products in Tauranga, New Zealan.
But more than that, she creates a sense of calm and connection inside the homes they land in.

This episode reminded us why we love what we do.
Nothing beats sitting with another founder, hearing their story, and capturing the heart behind their work.

If you’re looking for inspiration or simply want to support a beautiful local business, this one is worth a watch.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7qMlnODHQGiNxmkhshMZMb
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3rTBi-0JNg

A natural therapist, Kate Sturmey based in Tauranga, New Zealand shares how buying a small, values-led brand turned into a community-powered, low-waste busin...

10/11/2025

Our next guest on The Bolton Inc Effect is Kate Sturmey, the beautiful mind (and heart) behind Second Nature Botanicals NZ

What started as a simple desire to ditch the plastic and the harsh stuff has grown into a movement — glass bottles, pure ingredients, and products made by hand with love in Tauranga.

We talked about so much more than cleaning…
💛 the courage to start something from scratch
💛 how to listen when life nudges you toward your purpose
💛 and what happens when you choose to build a business with integrity, not ego.

This one will make you want to slow down, breathe deeply, and maybe even look at your own kitchen bench a little differently.

🎧 The Bolton Inc Effect — new episode coming soon.
Louis Bolton

06/11/2025

We’ve just shared our first BoltonInc newsletter; a small reflection on why we do what we do.

For us, visual storytelling has always felt like both a gift and an honour.
A gift because we get to witness people in their element, doing what they love, often seeing themselves more clearly through the lens than they have before.
An honour because we’re trusted to hold their stories, to translate something real into something others can feel.

We love the quiet moments in between the laughter, the nerves, the truth that can’t be scripted.
That’s where the magic lives.

If you’d like to see what that looks like, our first newsletter is here:
👉 https://www.boltoninc.co.nz/newsletter

29/10/2025

I've just launched a 7-Day Marketing Pack — a simple way to get your content sorted before the year ends.

Perfect for solo founders or creatives who want done-for-you posts, email copy, and a fresh “About Me” bio.

Message me or comment below and I’ll send you the info pack!