NZ Business Owners

Podcast guest Jason Lloyd: https://vegalend.co.nz/jason-lloyd Chapters 00:00 The Journey into Automotive Training 03:31 Role Play: A Tool for Sales Training 06:30 Understanding Client Needs in Sales 09:33 Navigating Objections in Sales 12:15 The Importance of Empathy in Sales 15:13 Identifying Customer Personalities 18:29 Health vs. Income Protection: A Balancing Act 21:18 Real-Life Impacts of Ins...

Podcast Guest Adam Sutcliffe: https://www.arkfg.co.nz/specialists/adam-sutcliffe/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:25 Building Relationships and Finding Sparks 07:38 Managing Unruly Students and Creating a Conducive Environment 13:33 Streamlining the Curriculum 18:27 Goal-Oriented Mindset 22:30 Setting and Achieving Goals 24:32 The Power of Personal Growth 26:24 The Need for Financial...

Podcast guest Peter Crawford: https://adastra.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Attributes of a Good Financial Advisor 06:44 The Motivations Behind Buying Insurance 08:42 Financial Planning: Plan A and Plan B 14:01 The Role of Sales in Financial Advisory 19:18 Challenges of Work-Life Balance and Mental Health 25:46 Difficult Conversations in the Financial Advisor Role 28:53 Specialist Insurance Companies and...

Chapters 00:00 Creating a Space to Heal 00:54 Discovering Your Values 06:07 Applying Values in Pursuing Purpose and Relationships

Chapters 00:00 Finding Purpose 03:13 Healing Emotions 06:08 Sharing Emotions 08:03 Solving Problems for Others 10:27 Values and Boundaries

Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:48 Understanding the Importance of Availability 04:43 The Role of Speed in Lead Conversion 06:45 Personalization and Communication Channels 07:53 Appointment Booking and Follow-up Strategies 10:32 Conclusion: The Power of Speed and Availability

Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:17 The Importance of Tonality in Cold Calls 00:37 Understanding B2B Cold Calls 01:39 Leveraging Client Perception in B2B Calls 01:49 The Art of Getting Past the Gatekeeper 05:55 B2B Cold Call Summary 06:12 Exploring B2C Cold Calls 08:09 Mastering Door Knocking Techniques 10:00 The Power of Mirroring and Matching 11:06 The Art of Stopping People in the Street 13:32 Co...

Podcast guest Luke Gordon: https://www.instagram.com/lukeinsuranceadviser?igsh=NDRmaWh5cGxrOHlz Chapters 00:00 Becoming an Independent Financial Advisor 01:56 Exploring Different Lead Generation Strategies 07:30 Challenges of Balancing Work and Personal Life 14:28 Expanding the Business and Hiring New Advisors 22:15 The Impact and Importance of Insurance 31:24 The Importance of Comprehensive Healt...

Podcast guest Allister McIntyre: https://www.mortgageadvicecompany.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Starting and Growing the Business 02:22 Insurance Claims and Support 03:33 Balancing Coverage and Premiums 07:50 Building Trust and Transparency 16:08 Addressing Preconceived Notions and Barriers 31:22 Overcoming Hesitation: The 'Parents Will Take Care of Me' Excuse 33:05 Dealing with Ghosting: Challenges...

Podcast guest Peter Steyn's book: ⁠https://www.paperplus.co.nz/shop/books/non-fiction/education-reference/politics/supping-with-satan?srsltid=AfmBOoqsORp8jKUum3x7t5pSDkHvvhzra1BqpyAjsoUREDicmkqJuKqR Chapters 00:00 Childhood in South Africa 08:52 Indoctrination and White Superiority in Education 12:47 Financial Motivations behind Apartheid 16:05 The Role of Propaganda in Maintaining Apartheid 2...

Podcast guest Yang Gu: https://www.yourgeneration.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Transitioning from Selling to Training: The Key Skills and Traits 03:03 Generating Appointments and Nurturing Leads: Proactive Outreach and Follow-ups 05:39 Building Relationships and Effective Communication in Sales and Training 08:46 Handling Objections: Addressing Price Concerns and Demonstrating Value 10:48 The Role of Tec...

Podcast guest Charlie Gautier: innovest.co.nz Chapters 00:00 Starting a Business in a Garden Shed 03:21 Believing in Yourself and Creating a Successful Setting 08:39 The Challenges and Paradigm Shifts of Starting a Business 11:35 The Importance of Service and Helping People 16:18 Growth and Future Plans: Franchise Options and Turnover Targets 23:35 Attracting and Training Talent: Personality and T...

Podcast guest Jacques Van Heerden: https://newma.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 The Power of Podcasts for Business Networking and Prospecting 08:14 Building Trust and Increasing Conversion Rates with Video Content 13:49 Understanding Client Motivations for Getting Insurance 26:56 The Importance of Diversity in Successful Partnerships 28:43 The Importance of Claim Stories 31:49 Targeting Concerns for Loved...

Podcast guest Tony Hall: financingfutures.co.nz Chapters 00:00 Running Two Businesses in Different Countries 04:40 Success in the Mortgage Lending Industry 08:49 Marketing and Staffing Considerations 11:59 Maximizing Loan Approvals and Client Satisfaction 14:27 The Importance of Getting Deals Done 20:57 The Benefits of Hiring and Training Young People 26:12 The Impact of Young Employees on the Bus...

Podcast guest Bruce Cortesi: https://planwise.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Bringing Back the Passion: Providing Good Outcomes in the Financial Services Industry 08:10 The Importance of Building Relationships in the Advisor-Client Dynamic 14:11 Critiquing the Focus on Regulations and Transaction-Based Approaches 18:17 Addressing the Lack of Support for Advisors in Sensitive Situations 23:57 Promoting the...

Podcast guest Mark Scown: https://markscown.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction: Fixing Trauma Cover Premiums 01:46 The Benefits of Level Premiums 04:35 The Need for Life Insurance as You Get Older 08:00 Structuring Life Cover for Different Life Stages 11:33 The Future of Insurance Companies and Cover 14:51 The Limited Availability of Level Trauma Cover 18:21 The Potential Savings of Level Premiums...

Podcast guest Darren Butter: https://www.kaurifinancial.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Marketing and Lead Generation in Financial Advising 03:49 Building Relationships and Leveraging Referrals 06:22 The Comprehensive Approach to Financial Advice 14:03 Using Google Ads for Targeted Lead Generation 34:25 The Evolution of SEO and the Importance of Valuable Content 36:06 Balancing AI and Human Interaction in Fina...

Podcast guest Joel Mclachlan: https://advicekiwi.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Being an Introvert in Sales 04:46 Creating Tangibility in Sales 06:52 Dealing with Rejection and Building Relationships 08:56 The Value of Referrals 15:36 The Effectiveness of In-Person Meetings 28:50 Setting Boundaries and Creating Urgency 31:57 Building Trust and Receiving Referrals 34:56 Networking and Relationship Building...

Podcast guest Upmeet Sodhi: mutuals.co.nz Chapters 00:00 Waking Up Early and Establishing a Routine 06:57 The Importance of Getting Enough Sleep 09:11 The Impact of Economic Policies 14:50 The Role of Education in Understanding Economics 20:30 The Importance of Discipline and Prioritization 26:21 Prioritizing Existing Clients for Business Success 29:17 The Importance of Education and Understanding...

Podcast guest Anita Ferris: https://www.parachute-insurance.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Anita's Background 00:32 Swiss Banking and Neutrality 06:53 Anita's Travels in China 16:19 Anita's Leadership Style 24:07 Incentivizing and Appreciating the Right Behaviors 25:21 Hiring for Attitude and Passion 26:55 The Importance of Information and Decision-Making in the Sales Process 2...

Podcast guest Anthea Livingstone Chapters 00:00 Starting and Running Party Plan Businesses 06:42 The Transferable Skills of Motherhood 15:53 Challenges in the Share Market 23:46 Navigating Financial Crises and Risk Management 25:38 Lessons Learned from a Failed Business Partnership 30:47 Building Relationships and Using Storytelling in Insurance Sales 33:26 The Importance of Understanding Insuranc...

Podcast guest Kimberley Stevenson: https://www.storygroup.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Building a Supportive Team 02:30 Delegation and Trust 08:38 Balancing Work and Family 13:40 Organic Referrals 29:19 Mastering Phone Calls and Prioritization 30:16 The Importance of Admin Time 34:42 Speed to Response in Customer Service 37:45 Keeping Clients Informed During the Claims Process 46:37 Personalizing the Onb...

Podcast guest Racquel Sheath: https://www.efsnz.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and the Role of Group Messaging and Videos 02:13 Increasing Show-Up Rates and the Importance of Speed to Context 07:03 Reaching Out to Existing Clients and Effective Communication 10:04 Providing Value Beyond Insurance and Balancing Upselling 21:45 Building Trust and Enhancing Client Engagement 23:31 Understanding a...

Podcast guest Jason Shortt: https://www.yourinsuranceadviser.co.nz/ Chapters 00:00 Transitioning from Personal Training to Insurance: A Journey of Change 03:20 Client Retention and Sales Strategies in Personal Training 05:15 The Role of Diet and Lifestyle in Fitness and Health 29:36 Effective Sales Strategies and Customer Engagement 35:06 Challenges of Selling Insurance 46:08 The Importance of Fin...

Podcast Guest Julia Vahry: vahry.co.nz Chapters 00:00 The Art of Acting and Self-Discovery 04:23 Exploring Human Behavior and Confronting Good and Evil 07:28 Maintaining Humanity in the Face of Evil 27:02 Navigating Challenges in Mental Health Services and Community Safety 29:10 Challenges in the Criminal Justice System 31:45 The Importance of Empathy in Addressing Societal Issues 44:49 Pursuing D...