Flying Solo

Téa Angelos is the founder and CEO of Smart Women Society (SWS), one of the world’s largest and fastest growing online education platforms helping a community of literally hundreds of thousands of women get smarter with their money, careers, wellbeing and love lives. She’s also the author of the new book, Smart Moves which dishes up actionable tools to help you navigate all areas of your life. She...

If you’re feeling crazy-busy, stressed or overwhelmed then my next guest may be able to help. Melo Calarco is a renowned mindfulness and performance coach who teaches others how to stay energised, perform their best, and conquer burnout. With over three decades experience, his results-based work is grounded in neuroscience, mindfulness, human behaviour, leadership training and other unique tools t...

Hemi Hossain is a sought-after business coach, digital entrepreneur, international speaker, author, investor and Best Business Award winner. Hemi’s passionate about helping people make the leap to entrepreneurship, and he’s recently put all his advice into a new book called Fire Your Boss, which chronicles how you can go from day-job-side-hustler to digital entrepreneur. He joins us today to share...

Natasha McNamara is a vocal coach and communication specialist who assists everyone from politicians and CEOs to business leaders and small business owners to communicate more effectively. Whether it’s tackling a difficult conversation, learning how to present with more confidence or understanding the importance of active listening … Tash has can teach you the communication skills you need to succ...

Kate Christie is on a mission to change how people think about time. As one of Australia’s leading time management experts, she knows just what it takes to get the most out of your day. With small business owners being amongst the most time stressed in the country, Kate has some great advice for setting up good habits to make the most of the year ahead. Her timely advice will help you understand h...

If you’ve ever succumbed to that little voice inside your head that says you’re not good enough or fronted up to an important event and felt like a fraud, my next guest has something to tell you … Annette Densham is a journalist, PR and sought-after brand awareness specialist who knows just what it takes to silence that inner critic and put an end to imposter syndrome. She’s here today to share so...

If you run a business and the latest tech is getting you befuddled, our next guest will soon have you sorted. Tracy Sheen is a tech expert with decades of experience. Her plain English, no-nonsense advice has helped 1000s of business owners better understand how they can make the most of their tech. And as Kochie's Business Builders TV's resident tech expert she has plenty to share on all the late...

What Debbie O’Connor doesn’t know about brand building isn’t worth mentioning. As the author of Brand Magic - How to Build a Brand with Personality, Debbie understands just what it takes to create a brand that customers connect with – and let’s say it’s more than simply getting creative with a logo. Debbie has over twenty years of experience working with businesses helping them to create beloved b...

Trevor Henselwood is a marketing expert with over 15 years of experience. He began his career in Canadian broadcasting before migrating to Australia to try his hand in the digital space… He’s the Head of Growth at WebSavvy and has helped 100s of eCommerce brands grow from strength to strength – including some of the nation’s best-loved businesses. He’s passionate about brand awareness and helping...

Gali Blacher is the co-founder of The GoodBox, a social enterprise that provides gift boxes to those experiencing homelessness, domestic violence and displacement. Since launching The GoodBox in 2018, Gali and her co-founder Maddy have delivered 1000s of boxes to those in need, broken down barriers and opened up the conversation around homelessness in our cities. With Christmas fast approaching an...

Andrew Griffiths is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, business strategist and global presenter who loves nothing better than helping businesses both big and small succeed. He’s perhaps Australia’s most prolific small business author with 14 books to his name and his latest tome, Someone Has To Be The Most Expensive – Why Not Make It You, is one that is sure to resonate with anyone looking at how...

Richard Turner is a renowned Australian entrepreneur, innovator and business leader. He’s a former Australian Entrepreneur of the Year and the founder of several billion-dollar companies. When it comes to entrepreneurship, Richard is an expert. He’s a specialist in re-invention and industry disruption. He is passionate about sustainability and wants to assist businesses in achieving their purpose...

If you want to know how to put the human back in your business, today’s guest Renata Sguario has the answers. Renata has spent the past three decades helping people unlock their potential with her work in the learning and development space. Then in 2019, she kicked corporate to the kerb to embark on her own to business – launching MAXME. Her mission: to democratise human skills development. If you...

Joe Hart is an organisational psychologist and founder of True Perspective: A leadership development practice. He is a highly experienced executive coach, speaker, trainer, and facilitator and if you’re looking for someone to help you to drive honest conversations, build trust and create meaningful change in your business – Joe has some great advice. He joins us today to explain how his role as an...

Dr Amantha Imber has spent years helping people do their best work. As a behavioural psychologist, she knows exactly what it takes to harness your habits to dominate your day. She’s helped 1000s of business leaders and business owners to become more effective and productive. And with her podcast, How I Work, she shares how to bring the joy back into your workplace. She’s here today to share some o...

Want to know the secret to attracting money and building wealth? Today’s guest, Steve McKnight, may just have the answer. Steve believes attracting money is a skill that can be learnt by anyone – AND – it’s easier than you think to move from simply surviving to thriving. So, if you want to know how to manage and multiply your money, and how to make your wealth count by giving it real meaning, Stev...

Today’s guest is Michelle Kvello. Michelle is passionate about entrepreneurship and small business success. As the director of Lantern Partners, a virtual CFO consultancy, she’s been helping startups and scaleups achieve their goals. But more recently, she’s launched a new venture – Corporate to Consultant – which is helping people transition from their office jobs into their own business, full-ti...

If you want to build a brand that people want to buy from and invest in, today’s guest has some terrific insights to share.  Ros Weadman is a communications and brand specialist with decades of experience. Her new book, Enhance Your Reputation, provides a practical guide to help you build a brand that is beloved. Whether it’s culture, communication or customer experience, Ros has real-world experi...

In this era of remote and hybrid work, the art of connection and communication has become more important than ever. This week’s guest knows a thing or two about the topic. Mel Kettle is the author of two books, ‘Fully Connected’ and ‘The Social Association’, and she shares some little-known secrets on how to communicate effectively and the role that self-care plays in the equation. At a time when...

If you’ve ever been too scared to approach someone at a networking event, this week’s guest is going to leave you gobsmacked! Kaley Chu is the founder and author of 100 Lunches With Strangers, a movement she began just a few short years ago in an effort to cure her shyness and take her out of her comfort zone. Since launching, Kaley has had over 350 lunches with strangers, and now works with other...

Tracey Ezard is a leadership and culture expert with decades of experience. When it comes to identifying the drivers for success, Tracey knows just how important purpose and culture are to the conversation. If you’re looking develop more empathy as a leader, and discover how to cultivate a culture of curiosity, Tracey has some great advice. She shares the three pillars of learning culture and expl...

If you’re tired of putting all your marketing bucks into social media without much success, then today’s guest has music for your ears. Tanya Williams is a marketing maverick whose book, Sales without Socials, rethinks the way you market your business. Tanya has spent years helping small business owners and soloists make the most of their marketing spend and if you’re tired of overcomplicated funn...

Mel Schilling knows a thing or two about confidence - as the resident relationship advisor on Married at First Sight she’s helped guide the show’s couples through some rather rough patches. But long before she became a talking head on TV, Mel spent over 20 years as a psychologist and success coach teaching everyone from CEOs to business owners, actors and athletes how to be the best they can be. N...

Roxanne Calder is an expert when it comes to the future of work. As the founder of EST10 she helps businesses both big and small, find their perfect staff. She’s spent over two decades working in the HR and recruitment space and what she doesn’t know about being employable is not worth knowing. If you’re wanting to safeguard your working future, Roxanne has plenty of great advice on why Australian...

Today’s guest is Joanna Oakey. Joanna has more than 20 years of experience helping small businesses grow and maximise their value. She’s the host of popular business podcasts The Deal Room and Talking Law, and the author of the new book Buy, Grow, Exit, which steps business owners through the three critical phases of business - acquisition, growth, and winding up. If you want to avoid mistakes tha...