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Are you interested in buying shares or diversifying your investment portfolio? Oliver has plenty of advice for those entering or already investing in the New Zealand share market. As CEO of the New Zealand Shareholders Association (NZSA), Oliver and his team are a non-profit membership organisation that advocates for investors and provides a wealth of resources. With six branches across New Zealan...

Do you know what makes your business unique? In this episode, we discuss the common mistakes made when valuing a business, the importance of being able to negotiate, and how investors can unlock their competitive advantage by monetising their intrinsic assets. Michael Masterson is the Principal of Intrinsika and a global expert in intrinsic asset advisory, valuation, and corporate finance. LINKS h...

Are you interested in entering the property market? Tapere answered our burning questions on property flipping, buying and selling and gave us some of her top tips for success. Hewett Mortgages is passionate about empowering people to own property in New Zealand. Tapere established the company in 2020 to provide clients with access to over 20 lenders, all in one place and independent from any bank...

In this episode, we discuss the controversy surrounding AI in marketing with expert Steve Ballantyne. We explore its ethical implications, potential impact on human creativity, and projected direction in the next few years. Steve has over 30 years of experience working with 200+ startups and established brands throughout New Zealand and Australia. He teaches Digital Storytelling at the NZ Marketin...

It's never too late to switch up your career! After running a successful Auckland bakery for 19 years, Helane decided to trade in the long hours and manual labour for a new profession. She put the skills and knowledge she had acquired over the years into becoming a business broker. Helane is now working at NZ Business Brokers, where she helps people find new opportunities through buying or sel...

Ever wondered what it takes to create a premium brand? Katey Mandy is the founder of RAAIE skincare. She has worked in the creative and beauty industries in London, New York, and LA. RAAIE combines her experience, passion, and interest in Aotearoa botanicals' ability to protect themselves from strong UV rays. RAAIE is now a leading luxury skincare brand that has won international awards. LINKS...

How do you come up with a fresh idea that can be adapted to fit an ever-changing market? Dale is the co-founder and CEO of the recruitment software company, Weirdly. She describes herself as a business leader, HR tech expert, and enthusiast of the future of work. Dale's passion is helping people to achieve more than they thought possible and challenging traditional business structures and meth...

“I feel very lucky that I have a goal.” Myint Aung has built an Auckland-based, sustainable, and ethical fashion brand that empowers women. Her business, reca, is located in Orakei Bay and also operates online, providing customers with consciously sourced products that make an impact. Myint's brand gives her a sense of purpose, but her journey hasn't been without its fair share of challeng...

Melanie Langlotz is a Business Strategist, CEO, and entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in media, entertainment, gaming, and production. In this episode, she reveals the story behind her business, Geo AR Games. We discuss with Melanie what it's like to be so far ahead of the curve that people cannot conceive of certain technological advancements. She shares how she got the idea to cr...

What is the key to becoming a leader in your industry? Join us this week on the podcast as we chat with entrepreneur Richard Conway. We'll discuss his tips for success, imposter syndrome, how he became a Penguin Random House author, and his experience as a guest on Richard Branson's Island. Richard Conway is the founder and CEO of Pure SEO (Search Engine Optimization), an award-winning dig...

What makes a good salesperson, and what common techniques are a waste of time? Dive into the fascinating world of sales psychology with our expert guest, Bill James. Whether you're a seasoned sales professional or just getting started, this episode is an essential discussion on the art of selling with psychology. Bill James is an internationally recognised sales guru and the co-founder of Atta...

ESOPs, or Employee Stock Ownership Plans, allow employees to buy shares in their company. But what are the pros and cons? In this episode, we hear from Bruce Sheppard, our managing partner at Gilligan Sheppard, on why he recommends ESOPs and how they are implemented at the firm. Bruce is the CEO of Gilligan Sheppard accounting firm, the founder of the NZ Shareholders Association, and the recipient...

As children, we are discouraged from negotiating to get what we want. Yet, as adults, negotiation is often the key to achieving results that satisfy the needs and interests of all parties. Mark shares his insights on how he successfully resolves workplace conflicts in a way that benefits everyone. Mark Saunders is a Conflict Resolution Specialist and Director of Phronesis, a consultancy company sp...

In this episode, top Kiwi recruiter Simon Milne shares his perspectives and best practices for fostering diversity and inclusion when hiring a new employee. Simon offers practical advice to encourage businesses to build diverse teams that drive innovation and success. Simon Milne is the owner and co-founder of Job Cave, an Auckland-based recruitment company that prioritises communication between a...

How can we create more flexible, positive, and collaborative workplaces while fostering high-performing employees? How do you communicate that targets are increasing and get a positive response? What are the signs of burnout in yourself or your team? Carley Nicholson has made it her mission to help people live longer and happier lives. She is passionate about supporting businesses to empower their...

There is so much noise on marketing channels these days, how do you cut through that noise and "stop the scroll" to get noticed? And how do you do this within your limited budget? Teresa talks about all things marketing. Is it risky to jump on trends? How to communicate the right messages to the right audience by truly understanding your target audience's pain points. Teresa Ma'a...

Is there such a thing as good debt in business? When is the right time to borrow money for company growth? Is debt consolidation and refinancing a good idea? And when has your debt gone too far, and bankruptcy is now on the table? Adam Day is a Mortgage Advisor at Personalised Mortgages. Since 2009, he has been helping people understand and navigate the complex processes of buying or refinancing p...

Karl Martin talks about what to do when you "fear" your numbers, what financial terms you should know, and what you should leave up to your accountant. When is it time to expand? What happens when Kiwi Tradies with the "she'll be right" attitude become business owners? And why you need to define your version of success. Karl Martin is a Tradies Coach and the Founder of Grow...

What do you do when employees don't feel safe to speak up? What are the red flags of a bad leader, and what makes a good leader? Is saying "yes" to leadership a sacrifice? And the importance of self-awareness in leadership. Debbie Gregory is a New Zealand Leadership Consultant and Coach and Founder of Positivedirection. She has extensive experience in international leadership and tal...

Jacqui talks about how they manage employee development at Argus Fire Protection, their philosophy of "if you look after your people, they will look after you", and the importance of team fit rather than just skills. As the managing Director, Jacqui Bensemann oversees Argus Fire Protection strategy, business operations and client relationships. Jacqui has over 40 years’ experience in the...

Why is multitasking not a talent? When is the time to outsource the workload? How do you achieve a good work-life balance when you're trying to reach a goal? And tips to manage your workload in this era of "urgency". Nicole Coyne is a certified coach with a strong passion and focus on business, management and leadership coaching, as well as improving communication through behavioural...

Who is responsible for setting the company culture? What are the ingredients for a good company culture? What are the signs of a toxic company culture? How do you fix it? What do you do about one rotten apple spoiling the team? Joshna Mistry shares her best advice on all things company culture. As a partner herself, she has worked hard over the years to obtain a good company culture, and that goes...

Why you must have a vision before setting business goals. What's a realistic goal, and what's not? What are the common mistakes businesses are making? What do employees actually want now? And why great leaders are absolutely essential to your company's success. Following a long and distinguished leadership career, Bill Bain is now using his skills to help organisations, people, and tea...

How do you recognise when your personal goals might be harmful? How do you stop letting life's "problems" break you down and hold you back? Can we really have it ALL? Why do we need to stop using the word "should"? And what does it mean to be moving towards pleasure and away from pain? Sophie K is a coach, the owner of Sophie K Coaching and founder of The Thrive Guide, moth...

Is financial literacy important to set goals? Do values come into your financial goals? What is risk tolerance When a financial goal goes wrong, how do you get back on track? Yi Ping Ge is a partner of Gilligan Sheppard and been advising and assisting clients on a range of business issues including accounting, taxation, risk management, trust formation and administration, debt mitigation, business...