Live Smarter: Recent Episodes
Cathan Bowler
Welcome to the podcast here to Inspire & help you live Live Smarter.
Why not leave rookie career mistakes behind & Learn from Successful Kiwi Professionals Wisdom, Practical Tips & Stories.
On this show we bring you the memorable moments from our long form conversations from The Story Hub podcast so you can have a more successful life & career. Expect 5 - 15 minute episodes released monthly (3-4 episodes at a time).
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Sir Ross came in to run the New Zealand Tax division and had never worked in tax before. How do you turn a divided team around and create a new culture of success? Sir Ross shares a special turning point in that journey.
If you want to hear more from Sir Ross Buckley talking about his leadership approach after 38 years at KPMG, working abroad (Netherlands & Canada), and practical tips & life advice - find Sir Ross' full conversation on The Story Hub on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Stop the pressure of getting every step in your career perfect on the first try. You often don’t know what areas of work you’d love to work in. Hear Celia’s journey that led her to develop excellent consulting skills without realising as she discovered her passions in work. Her journey from an Art History degree to technology consulting.
This was one of the most replayed episodes on The Story Hub podcast out of all seasons. If you want to hear some of Celia Austin's other great moments ranging from taking criticism seriously but not personally, developing great mentors, to overcoming perfectionism - why not check out her full conversation?
Available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
What does a career in the New Zealand Fire Service look like? Paul Shares his experience and some of his stories.
If you want to hear Paul Gerritsen’s FULL conversation on The Story Hub where we discuss his whole rowing for New Zealand experience, working for the NZ Fire Service for a decade, and starting Purpose Fill, his own waste business, check it out now. We talk through his crazy journey where he rowed across the Atlantic Ocean with a team with no preparation or training.
If you are interested in inspiring stories showing grit, discipline, and curiosity this conversation is for you.
Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
iCLAW is a law firm in the Waikato & now Bay of Plenty that became well known in a short period of time. Owen teaches this principle that helped iCLAW define itself in the first years of business.
If you want to hear Owen Culliney’s FULL conversation on The Story Hub we discuss Owen’s success in Law, building up multiple successful law practices including his own. We talk through Owen’s entrepreneurial journey purchasing Clinico, a Denture and Hearing business, and when he finally decided to start his own firm iCLAW alongside Aasha Foley.
If you are interested in a career in Law, tips & wisdom in starting your own business, and developing a fun high performance culture you will love this conversation.
Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Kim had the unique opportunity to lead a global sales team - she shares how she created a quality team culture, ensured people were successful, and her biggest learning curves.
In my FULL conversation with Kim Ballinger on The Story Hub we discuss her success in the Global Dairy Industry, starting out in a technical role with a Chemical Technology degree to being the first female salesperson in Brazil for NZ Milk Products. Hear her leadership journey which saw one of her teams get the highest engagement scores in Fonterra after only leading it for a year. We discuss her learnings as CEO of TipTop before and during the process of its sale and reflections on her time so far as CEO of Asure Quality, NZ’s leading food quality state-owned enterprise. All of this epic story from a shy girl from Invercargill.
Listen to the FULL conversation now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Stoney Creek has only one value - TRUST. Hear why Brent believes this is the most important value you can have and how trust shapes the culture of Stoney Creek as an organisation.
In our FULL conversation with Brent McConnell on The Story Hub we discuss his journey as a dairy farmer and subdivision developer, the full Stoney Creek turnaround story where it was 1 week from receivership to a multi-million dollar global hunting brand today, and his thoughts on resilience and courage.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
What are the principles Pat Peoples believes will guide aspiring professionals to success? Start your career with intentional success and listen now!
In our full conversation with Pat Peoples on The Story Hubwe discuss how he makes it into the NZ rowing team after not competing in any sport for years, how he transformed Schick construction from a concrete pad business into a commercial construction firm in the North & South Islands of New Zealand, and what purposeful leadership means to him.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
What are the things top performers do differently from everyone else? Jeff shares his reflections as a manager how top performers stand out in ways that are separate from raw talent.
If you are interested in more from Jeff McLuckie, hear about his journey into Tech Consulting in a late part of his career. We explore how to overcome Imposter Syndrome, and how to succeed by getting clarity around expectations and showing initiative.
Listen to Jeff’s full conversation on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Leonard Gardner after only a few years in the workforce was very successful, what he didn’t expect was the mental toll this had. Hear in this clip how Leonard learnt to deal with the pressure of early success.
In Leonard Gardner's full conversation we discuss his journey to CEO and owner of Fosters Construction.
If you are interested in growing in leadership, and dealing with the pressures of early success in your career, listen now on The Story Hubon Apple Podcasts and Spotify
Andy is one of the best people I know at intentionally getting outside of his echo chamber to explore new ideas. Listen as he shares what he has practically done to broaden his perspective.
Andrew Nicol is Owner & Chief Co-Worker at Agoge a Recruitment firm based in Hamilton, New Zealand. In Andy's full conversation over on The Story Hub podcast, we talk about Andy’s journey rising rapidly in the courier industry after dropping out of high school. We touch on how to be decisive in this world of ever-growing complexity was the key to his success.
Hear about his entrepreneurial journey with Agoge, and how Andy values reading - despite his dyslexia.
Find Andy's full conversation on The Story Hub on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Sir Ross recorded this conversation in his last month of his stellar 38 year KPMG career. He has worked leading the New Zealand Audit & Tax divisions and his last 9 years were as the Chairman of KPMG New Zealand. He shares his reflections on leadership from his journey.
If you want to hear more from Sir Ross Buckley talking about a practical leadership confrontation moment, working abroad (Netherlands & Canada), and practical tips & life advice - find Sir Ross' full conversation on The Story Hub on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
You want a mentor but don’t know where to start? This clip is perfect for you, sharing how to get great mentors and what a healthy mentor relationship looks like.
This was one of the most replayed episodes on The Story Hub podcast out of all seasons. If you want to hear some of Celia Austin's other great moments ranging from her journey from Art History to Consulting, developing a resilience mindset, to overcoming perfectionism - why not check out her full conversation?
Available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Brittany came back to represent New Zealand in tennis after what should have been a career ending injury. She shares what drove her to be so focused and to push through.
If you want to be inspired and develop resilience - listen now!
If you want to hear more about Brittany Teei’s experience as a world class athlete, how gratitude has grown her determination and resilience: find Brittany's FULL conversation on The Story Hub podcast on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Starting out, we have big dreams, audacious goals. Leonard shares his mindset that helps you aim big, but adapt if life doesn’t turn out the way you expect.
In Leonard Gardner's full conversation we discuss his journey to CEO and owner of Fosters Construction, How he had early career success, becoming the Young Chartered Accountant of the year in New Zealand,
If you are interested in growing in leadership, and dealing with the pressures of early success in your career, listen now on The Story Hubon Apple Podcasts and Spotify
Andy is one of the best people I know at intentionally getting outside of his echo chamber to explore new ideas. Listen as he shares what he has practically done to broaden his perspective.
Andrew Nicol is Owner & Chief Co-Worker at Agoge a Recruitment firm based in Hamilton, New Zealand. In Andy's full conversation over on The Story Hub podcast, we talk about Andy’s journey rising rapidly in the courier industry after dropping out of high school. We touch on how to be decisive in this world of ever-growing complexity was the key to his success.
Hear about his entrepreneurial journey with Agoge, and how Andy values reading - despite his dyslexia.
Find Andy's full conversation on The Story Hub on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Jeff gives the example of technology and why it is so important to know what you will learn. He talks about the differences in being a T shaped professional and a generalist.
If you are interested in more from Jeff McLuckie, hear about his journey into Tech Consulting in a late part of his career. We explore how to overcome Imposter Syndrome, and how to succeed by getting clarity around expectations and showing initiative.
Listen to Jeff’s full conversation on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
After many successful CEO, Board and Chairman roles, Graeme shares his wisdom on the core tenets of successful directors and whether you should pursue a career in governance.
In our FULL conversation on The Story Hub hear more from Graeme Milne. Graeme contributed to some of the dairy mergers which ended up creating Fonterra in the 90s, worked in West and East Germany during the80s, all starting out with a degree in biotechnology from Massey University. Graeme has a successful directorship career too, serving on many influential boards including Synlait as the chairman.
If you are interested in learning about crisis management, leadership, and what it means to be a director, you will love this fascinating conversation. Enjoy practical tips, along with detailed stories.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
On Friday you get a call, on Tuesday you're heading on a trip to row across the Atlantic Ocean with no training or preparation. Hear what happens next in the toughest 35 days Paul Gerritsen has ever experienced.
If you want to hear Paul Gerritsen’s FULL conversation on The Story Hub where we discuss his whole rowing for New Zealand experience, working for the NZ Fire Service for a decade, and starting Purpose Fill, his own waste business, check it out now.
If you are interested in inspiring stories showing grit, discipline, and curiosity this conversation is for you.
Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Sir Ross recorded this conversation in the last month of his stellar 38 year KPMG career, and is extremely personable. Hear his excellent advice on building a network - where to start and how to maintain it.
If you want to hear more from Sir Ross Buckley talking about leadership after 38 years at KPMG, working abroad (Netherlands & Canada), and practical tips & life advice - find Sir Ross' full conversation on The Story Hub on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Habits are powerful because of the difference they can make in the long term. If you want to improve in these next 12 months, your habits are the best place to start. Hear Liz O’Neil’s thoughts on the habits aspiring leaders need.
In my FULL conversation with Liz O’Neil on The Story Hub we hear about her experience working for large Corporates such as Lion Breweries, Spark, Fonterra, and most recently Coca-Cola Euro-Pacific Partners as CFO of New Zealand. Hear about her journey where she didn’t take the traditional Chartered Accountancy path into a professional accounting firm and started in-house. Liz has had a wide ranging career from finance, business analyst and strategy roles to managing the Fonterra Farms in Beijing China.
If you are interested in hearing her leadership tips as she has learnt what it means to lead through others and take your blinkers off you will love this conversation.
Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
What can success look like in your first 5 years as a lawyer or an aspiring professional in another field? Owen shares his thoughts.
If you want to hear Owen Culliney’s FULL conversation on The Story Hub we discuss Owen’s success in Law, building up multiple successful law practices including his own. We talk through Owen’s entrepreneurial journey purchasing Clinico, a Denture and Hearing business, and when he finally decided to start his own firm iCLAW alongside Aasha Foley.
If you are interested in a career in Law, tips & wisdom in starting your own business, and developing a fun high performance culture you will love this conversation.
Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Starting out in her career Kin was faced with three distinct opportunities and she chose the one that was the lowest paid. We delve into what you should do when weighing up career paths.
In my FULL conversation with Kim Ballinger on The Story Hub we discuss her success in the Global Dairy Industry, starting out in a technical role with a Chemical Technology degree to being the first female salesperson in Brazil for NZ Milk Products. Hear her leadership journey which saw one of her teams get the highest engagement scores in Fonterra after only leading it for a year. We discuss her learnings as CEO of TipTop before and during the process of its sale and reflections on her time so far as CEO of Asure Quality, NZ’s leading food quality state-owned enterprise. All of this epic story from a shy girl from Invercargill.
Listen to the FULL conversation now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
1 week away from receivership, most stock has to be disposed of. Hear how Brent responded to turnaround Stoney Creek so quickly in his steep learning curve and trial by fire entry to the clothing industry.
In our FULL conversation with Brent McConnell on The Story Hub we discuss his journey as a dairy farmer and subdivision developer, the full Stoney Creek turnaround story where it was 1 week from receivership to a multi-million dollar global hunting brand today, and his thoughts on resilience and courage.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
4 Days after arriving in the UK, half of Graeme’s executive team is arrested. Not the usual start to a CEO role! Hear how Graeme responded to this situation and his thoughts on crisis leadership.
In our FULL conversation on The Story Hub hear more from Graeme Milne. Graeme contributed to some of the dairy mergers which ended up creating Fonterra in the 90s, worked in West and East Germany during the80s, all starting out with a degree in biotechnology from Massey University. Graeme has a successful directorship career too, serving on many influential boards including Synlait as the chairman.
If you are interested in learning about crisis management, leadership, and what it means to be a director, you will love this fascinating conversation. Enjoy practical tips, along with detailed stories.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
Pat turns himself around in a short period of time from not competing in any sport to rowing for New Zealand. How purpose-led goal setting kept him motivated and on track. If you want to be inspired and encouraged in your goals, listen now!
In our full conversation with Pat Peoples on The Story Hubwe discuss how he competed in the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, how he transformed Schick construction from a concrete pad business into a commercial construction firm in the North & South Islands of New Zealand, and what purposeful leadership means to him.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
Hear one of Leonard’s favourite leadership quotes and what it means to lead with heart.
In Leonard Gardner's full conversation we discuss his journey to CEO and owner of Fosters Construction, How he had early career success, becoming the Young Chartered Accountant of the year in New Zealand,
If you are interested in growing in leadership, and dealing with the pressures of early success in your career, listen now on The Story Hubon Apple Podcasts and Spotify
We hate uncertainty. Open loops in our brain means you're thinking about things as you try to sleep and are a constant distraction. In this clip, hear how to be decisive in this world of ever-growing complexity was Andy’s key to his success to grow his capacity as a leader.
Andrew Nicol is Owner & Chief Co-Worker at Agoge a Recruitment firm based in Hamilton, New Zealand. In Andy's full conversation over on The Story Hub podcast, we talk about Andy’s journey rising rapidly in the courier industry after dropping out of high school.
Hear about his entrepreneurial journey with Agoge, and how Andy values reading - despite his dyslexia. Andy is one of the best people I know at intentionally getting outside of his echo chamber to explore new ideas.
Find Andy's full conversation on The Story Hub on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Having a successful career is no easy task, putting the pressure of all your decisions on yourself is not something you should have to do. Sir Ross shares how mentors are great sounding boards and how they can help you in your career journey.
If you want to hear more from Sir Ross Buckley talking about leadership after 38 years at KPMG, working abroad (Netherlands & Canada), and practical tips & life advice - find Sir Ross' full conversation on The Story Hub on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Going through a tough time? I hope this clip from Celia is able to encourage you, and help you craft a resilience mindset based on one of her favourite quotes. Go well, kia kaha.
This was one of the most replayed episodes on The Story Hub podcast out of all seasons. If you want to hear some of Celia Austin's other great moments ranging from her journey from Art History to Consulting, developing great mentors, to overcoming perfectionism - why not check out her full conversation?
Available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Sir William Gallagher took his father’s invention and spread it across the world. He is a phenomenal and iconic entrepreneur, so what is it like to work with him? Simon Graafhuis had the privilege to work in Sir Williams executive team for many years and shares his experience.
If you want to hear more about Simon Graafhuis' journey starting out at the University of Waikato, working in the USA with Fonterra, and His experience as CFO at Gallaghers, one of New Zealand's largest private companies:
Listen to his full conversation on The Story Hub podcast via Apple Podcasts & Spotify now
Sales is a core component of any business, Gavin shares practical tips on how to improve your sales ability that go beyond smooth talking. It’s about helping customers and getting results. If you want to be better at sales, this clip is for you.
If you want to hear more about Gavin Halley's journey from the warehouse floor to becoming the New Zealand National Sales Manager (now recently appointed General Manager of Sales) for TRT - a family owned heavy commercial truck and crane, repairs and parts company; if you want to hear Gavin’s reflections on handling pressure with confidence developed in his time with the New Zealand Defence Force:
Listen to his full conversation on The Story Hub podcast on Apple podcasts & Spotify now.
Sir Ross recorded this conversation in his last month of a stellar 38 year KPMG career. Hear what he is most proud of and his thoughts about his remarkable journey.
If you want to hear more from Sir Ross Buckley talking about leadership after 38 years at KPMG, working abroad (Netherlands & Canada), and practical tips & life advice - find Sir Ross' full conversation on The Story Hub on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Growth is something you have to choose, curiosity is a habit. Renae shares how she has developed her own growth mindset in her wide ranging career, keeping her from stagnation.
If you want to hear Renae Smart's full conversation on The Story Hub podcast covering her journey as a strategy consultant turned entrepreneur. Renae’s story of getting hired, after changing the recruiters mind on a rejection call. We delve deeper into the development of soft skills and hear about how she helped grow Civtec, a business started with husband into a 300+ staff company. We have a special moment where Renae shares how she navigated her career and being a mum too, Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify now!
Successful as an entrepreneur and in the corporate courier industry, Andy shares his best pieces of advice for getting promotions and nailing your role.
Andrew Nicol is Owner & Chief Co-Worker at Agoge a Recruitment firm based in Hamilton, New Zealand. In Andy's full conversation over on The Story Hub podcast, we talk about Andy’s journey rising rapidly in the courier industry after dropping out of high school. We touch on how to be decisive in this world of ever-growing complexity was the key to his success.
Hear about his entrepreneurial journey with Agoge, and how Andy values reading - despite his dyslexia. Andy is one of the best people I know at intentionally getting outside of his echo chamber to explore new ideas.
Find Andy's full conversation on The Story Hub on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
How you respond to challenges is more important than the challenge itself. Hear Brittany’s wisdom that has helped her keep a resilient perspective and grow stronger.
If you want to hear more about Brittany Teei’s experience as a world class athlete, and how she came back from what would’ve been a career ending injury to represent New Zealand again in Tennis: find Brittany's FULL conversation on The Story Hub podcast on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Hear Leonard’s community approach to business and how it has led to helping fuel Fosters.
In Leonard Gardner's full conversation we discuss his journey to CEO and owner of Fosters Construction, How he had early career success, becoming the Young Chartered Accountant of the year in New Zealand,
If you are interested in growing in leadership, and dealing with the pressures of early success in your career, listen now on The Story Hubon Apple Podcasts and Spotify
For all of those starting out in their career or who would like career advice - Jeff McLuckie shares his best practical tips for you to learn from.
If you are interested in more from Jeff, hear about his journey into Tech Consulting in a late part of his career. We explore how to overcome Imposter Syndrome, and how to succeed by getting clarity around expectations and showing initiative.
Listen to Jeff’s full conversation on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
What having a meaningful career really means, Pat Peoples discuss his thoughts on Sir Ed Hillary and the rollercoasters of life.
In our full conversation with Pat Peoples on The Story Hubwe discuss how he makes it into the NZ rowing team after not competing in any sport for years, how he transformed Schick construction from a concrete pad business into a commercial construction firm in the North & South Islands of New Zealand, and what purposeful leadership means to him.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
What does a leader need to do to create buy-in, have team members speak up, and create a culture of success? Listen to Phil Southward’s thoughts on thriving team cultures.
In our FULL conversation with Phil on The Story Hub we discuss his career working in Germany, how he embraced the gig economy before the term was invented, what agile systems of working really means, and how to challenge your perception of a normal career path.
Listen now onSpotifyand Apple Podcasts
Graeme has worked in CEO roles across New Zealand and in the UK. He shares his thoughts on where New Zealand’s approach to leadership and management needs to change and why “She’ll be right” is ruining cultures.
In our FULL conversation on The Story Hub hear more from Graeme Milne. Graeme contributed to some of the dairy mergers which ended up creating Fonterra in the 90s, worked in West and East Germany during the80s, all starting out with a degree in biotechnology from Massey University. Graeme has a successful directorship career too, serving on many influential boards including Synlait as the chairman.
If you are interested in learning about crisis management, leadership, and what it means to be a director, you will love this fascinating conversation. Enjoy practical tips, along with detailed stories.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
Brent McConnell is always looking for opportunities, hear how this approach helps him address hardship and has helped him develop a resilience mindset.
In our FULL conversation with Brent on The Story Hub we discuss his journey as a dairy farmer and subdivision developer, the full Stoney Creek turnaround story where it was 1 week from receivership to a multi-million dollar global hunting brand today, and his thoughts on resilience and courage.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify
Kim has had a wide ranging career including two CEO positions. But to get there, she has had to make sacrifices and decisions that were long-term focussed. Hear how she took a demotion later on in her career which at the time was seen as crazy.
In my FULL conversation with Kim Ballinger on The Story Hub we discuss her success in the Global Dairy Industry, starting out in a technical role with a Chemical Technology degree to being the first female salesperson in Brazil for NZ Milk Products. Hear her leadership journey which saw one of her teams get the highest engagement scores in Fonterra after only leading it for a year. We discuss her learnings as CEO of TipTop before and during the process of its sale and reflections on her time so far as CEO of Asure Quality, NZ’s leading food quality state-owned enterprise. All of this epic story from a shy girl from Invercargill.
Listen to the FULL conversation now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Owen shares some of his favourite analogies that help explain cultures of success in teams and what empathy in leadership looks like. Usain Bolt & Simon Sinek have more in common that you realise.
If you want to hear Owen Culliney’s FULL conversation on The Story Hub we discuss Owen’s success in Law, building up multiple successful law practices including his own. We talk through Owen’s entrepreneurial journey purchasing Clinico, a Denture and Hearing business, and when he finally decided to start his own firm iCLAW alongside Aasha Foley.
If you are interested in a career in Law, tips & wisdom in starting your own business, and developing a fun high performance culture you will love this conversation.
Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Working in Beijing with a young family and barely knowing the language is a pretty interesting experience. Now try that and lead your Mandarin only speaking teams! Liz shares her experience in China and how she learnt to lead through others.
In my FULL conversation with Liz O’Neil on The Story Hub we hear about her experience working for large Corporates such as Lion Breweries, Spark, Fonterra, and most recently Coca-Cola Euro-Pacific Partners as CFO of New Zealand. Hear about her journey where she didn’t take the traditional Chartered Accountancy path into a professional accounting firm and started in-house. Liz has had a wide ranging career from finance, business analyst and strategy roles to managing the Fonterra Farms in Beijing China.
If you are interested in hearing her leadership tips as she has learnt what it means to lead through others and take your blinkers off you will love this conversation.
Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
What is it like to win the U23 rowing world champs after a rocky start to the race? Hear Paul Gerritsen’s story and his perspective on the Rowing NZ environment.
If you want to hear Paul Gerritsen’s FULL conversation on The Story Hub where we discuss his whole rowing for New Zealand experience, working for the NZ Fire Service for a decade, and starting Purpose Fill, his own waste business, check it out now. We talk through his crazy journey where he rowed across the Atlantic Ocean with a team with no preparation or training.
If you are interested in inspiring stories showing grit, discipline, and curiosity this conversation is for you.
Listen now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Healthy confrontation is HARD, especially in the early stages of your career. Hear how Renae Smart learnt how to stand up for herself which led her to be hired in the UK when she was called by HR to tell her she didn’t get the job.
If you want to hear Renae's full conversation on The Story Hub podcast covering her journey as a strategy consultant turned entrepreneur. Renae’s super honest as we talk about her personal growth journey around self-awareness. We delve deeper into the development of soft skills and hear about how she helped grow Civtec, a business started with husband into a 300+ staff company. We have a special moment where Renae shares how she navigated her career and being a mum too, Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify now!
For those wanting to be MORE than a job description. Mark Irving shares how to shape your job to match your skills & exceed expectations at work.
If you want to hear Mark's full conversation on The Story Hub podcast covering his journey from engineering, property development, consulting, to business relationship manager in economic development - the journey of a successful generalist, Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify now!
Want to be handle pressure with confidence? What about helping your team to support each other when stressed better? Gavin Halley shares his learning in dealing with immense pressure in the New Zealand Defence Force and his National Sales Manager role at TRT. What I love about Gavin's approach is it allows you to overcome setbacks and deal with failure, bringing practical tips around having grit.
If you want to hear more about Gavin's journey from the warehouse floor to becoming the New Zealand National Sales Manager (now recently appointed General Manager of Sales) for TRT - a family owned heavy commercial truck and crane, repairs and parts company; if you want practical sales tips for your career: Listen to his full conversation on The Story Hub podcast on Apple podcasts & Spotify.
Leaders that encourage and inspire you to be a better you - it's what can change an organisation.
Hear Simon Graafhuis' tips & experience as CFO at Gallaghers, one of New Zealand's largest private companies so YOU can be a better leader.
If you want to hear more about Simon's journey starting out at the University of Waikato, working in the USA with Fonterra, and working with Sir William Gallagher (one of NZ's most iconic entrepreneurs):
Listen to his full conversation on The Story Hub podcast via Apple Podcasts & Spotify now
Feedback kinda sucks - but it is vital to our journey to Live Smarter. Celia Austin breaks down the healthy approach that changed the way she received criticism. Learn what makes a piece of feedback worth listening to & maybe, just maybe, getting feedback will be a little less crap.
This was one of the most replayed episodes on The Story Hub podcast out of all two seasons. If you want to hear some of Celia's other great moments ranging from her journey from Art History to Consulting, developing a resilience mindset, to overcoming perfectionism - why not check out her full conversation?
Available on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
What approach made each day in his 38 year KPMG career worth doing? Sir Ross Buckley shares his thoughts on the biggest learning curve in his first 5 years that was the main reason he decided to remain a part of the firm for so long.
Building an Appetite for Growth is not something that comes naturally. Be inspired and listen to Sir Ross' encouragements & tips for those wanting to have a successful life & career.
If you want to hear more from Sir Ross talking about leadership, working abroad (Netherlands & Canada), and practical tips & advice - find Sir Ross' full conversation on The Story Hub on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Don't come with problems - come with solutions. It's great advice, but what if you want to show you aren't wedded to your idea and are open to feedback? How can you do this but still show initiative?
Andrew Nicol shares one of his favourite practical tips from Lt. David Marquet's leadership book 'Turn that Ship Around' (you can find this book here).
Enjoy this short practical tip that could make your life better - LISTEN NOW. \
Andrew is Owner & Chief Co-Worker at Agoge a Recruitment firm based in Hamilton, New Zealand. In Andy's full conversation over on The Story Hub podcast, we talk about Andy’s journey rising rapidly in the courier industry after dropping out of high school. We touch on how to be decisive in this world of ever-growing complexity was the key to his success.
Hear about his entrepreneurial journey with Agoge, and how Andy values reading - despite his dyslexia. Andy is one of the best people I know at intentionally getting outside of his echo chamber to explore new ideas.
Find Andy's full conversation on The Story Hub on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
Brittany Teei has represented New Zealand in Tennis at the Common Wealth Games after returning to tennis from what should have been a career ending injury.
In this Live Smarter clip we hear Brittany's message to those starting out in their career - have a focus on building the foundations that are unseen so you can withstand pressure when it inevitably comes.
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Find Brittany's FULL conversation on The Story Hub podcast on Spotify & Apple Podcasts
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