In this episode of My First Step Ever, Ishani sits down with Matt Ellis, host of The Cricket Library Podcast and long-time educator, commentator, writer and content creator.

Matt has spent years telling stories from the world of cricket, inspiring young people, and serving regional communities through his work with Cricket NSW. But his personal journey offers even richer lessons — about choosing values over validation and designing a life that feels true.

We explore:

• How unconventional decisions have shaped Matt’s career and relationships

• Why questioning society’s definition of success is essential

• How to prioritise family, purpose and meaningful work

• What it means to create a life aligned with your principles

• The magic behind asking: “What would this look like if it were easy?”

• Why fulfilment is found in contribution, not comparison

Whether you're feeling stuck, pressured, confused or ready for change — Matt’s story will remind you that there is no single “right” path. There is only the path that fits you.

Tune in, reflect, and take your first step ever toward a life designed with intention.

Learn more here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-ellis-cricket/About Your Host –Hi, I’m Ishani Nigam, a podcaster, presenter, and storyteller! 🎭💡 My passion is to EDUTAIN (educate + entertain) my audience through powerful conversations that help dreamers, disruptors, and underdogs turn their doubts into action.👉 Connect with me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes fun: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3zl0IN6⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎬💃Sound and music credit: www.pixabay.com***Subscribe and follow the podcast on :Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3CkEhJEApple: https://apple.co/39kVVjW***Sound and music credit: www.mixkit.com