We recently sat down with Madison Reidy, the visionary behind Markets with Madison, to uncover the habits, mindsets, and bold ambitions that have shaped her remarkable career, as well as the habits of the world's top CEOs.
We recently sat down with Madison Reidy, the visionary behind Markets with Madison, to uncover the habits, mindsets, and bold ambitions that have shaped her remarkable career, as well as the Habits of the World’s Top CEOs.
From rocket launches to Wall Street, Madison has ventured across the globe, interviewing top executives, industry leaders, and innovators who are transforming the business landscape. In this episode, we explored the lessons she’s learned, including the key habits that have propelled the world’s most successful CEOs to the top.
One of the key takeaways from Madison’s journey is the importance of forming genuine connections. She shares how executives and successful leaders, despite their busy schedules, are always willing to lend a helping hand. The willingness to ask for help, she says, is something New Zealanders could benefit from embracing more.
As Madison explains, “Every single interaction I’ve had with an executive typically leads to a future awesome opportunity. Not only do they offer time and investment, but they also extend help – whether it’s introducing you to the right people or recommending places for a great lunch.”
Madison’s career has taken her to Wall Street and beyond, but her roots in New Zealand continue to shape her perspective. She draws inspiration from the opportunities available in our small country, noting that if you don’t ask for opportunities, they won’t come to you. Relentlessness, she says, is key.
“The opportunity in New Zealand is immense,” Madison says. “If you’re willing to put yourself on the line and ask for these opportunities from the right people, they will come.”
Her time in the U.S. reinforced this belief, as she witnessed firsthand how Markets with Madison resonated internationally. What started as a local project has turned into a global platform, with audiences from across the world tuning in.
Madison’s adventures aren’t just confined to the business world—she’s also ventured into extraordinary locations to film her show, such as a rocket launch site in Virginia, collaborating with Rocket Lab. These on-the-ground experiences are integral to Markets with Madison, as they provide unique insights into industries and businesses that many people may never encounter. Madison’s curiosity and willingness to dive into the unknown is one of the reasons her show has grown in popularity.
“I’ve just returned from a rocket launch site where we filmed for five hours—it was the best day of my life. And then, on a completely different note, I had a chance to film with an executive in a small studio apartment in Washington, D.C. The variety is incredible.”
As Madison reflects on her career and the future of Markets with Madison, she makes one thing clear: the show’s success isn’t just about the information it shares, but about the access it provides. Her interviews with top executives and leaders from some of the world’s most influential businesses have set her apart from others in the industry.
The show’s three key pillars are: insight, access, and fun. According to Madison, “Insight is the number one thing I want to offer my audience. I want to stretch their minds, to get them thinking differently. But equally, access to amazing businesses and brilliant minds is something I can bring that others can’t. And finally, we have to have fun. If we’re not enjoying the journey, what’s the point?”
Madison’s ambitions don’t stop at the U.S. She’s already planning future episodes in places like Las Vegas and Monaco, as well as taking her audience into industries they may not be familiar with. She sees the value in providing her audience with diverse perspectives, all while keeping things fun and engaging.
“I want to keep taking my audience to amazing industries, showing them inside incredible businesses, and learning along the way,” Madison explains. “That’s my mission: to offer access and insight, but also keep it light and entertaining.”
Madison’s advice to anyone looking to pursue a career in broadcasting, especially in a niche like finance, is straightforward: be yourself. Authenticity, she says, is the most important thing.
“Just be yourself. People resonate with that more than anything else. And always be curious. Curiosity has opened so many doors for me, and it’s something I try to instill in everything I do.”
Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of flexibility and being willing to chase down opportunities. “You can’t just wait for opportunities to come to you. You have to be ruthless about pursuing them,” she says.
For Madison, success is about enjoying the process. “If you’re not having fun, what are you doing?” she reflects. “As long as I’m having fun and offering value to my audience, that’s what success looks like.”
Looking ahead, Madison is eager to continue expanding the show and offering her audience more access to the world’s most interesting industries and individuals. Whether it’s interviewing tech giants or diving into new business sectors, Madison’s curiosity and passion for learning will undoubtedly continue to fuel her journey.
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