Business Builders Podcast
Insights to grow and succeed in business. This podcast has been produced for the South Australian Business Builders Network to provide peer insights about personal development that inspires business growth. The content is relevant for national and global audiences because Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia, where this podcast is produced, has been used as a global test market on several occasions. If your product, service or endeavour works in Adelaide, it is likely that you will be able to make it work anywhere in the world. Therefore the principles that work in Adelaide should also be able to provide you with insights that can help you grow and succeed in a post-pandemic economy.
Episodes
67 episodes since 2021
Presenting with Impact and Authority
This episode explores the art of public speaking and presentation mastery. It addresses common fears, shares practical strategies, and provides insights into effective preparation, delivery, and audience engagement. Whether you’re a natural spe...
September 17, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 67
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46:49
Mastering Non Verbal Communication
In this episode, we explore the crucial role of nonverbal communication in professional settings, examining how body language, facial expressions, and even silence can shape relationships and decision-making in business. Whether you’re in a hig...
August 27, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 66
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46:50
Difficult Conversations
In this episode of the Business Builders Podcast, Brenton and Ron discuss the essential skill of having difficult conversations. They share practical strategies to approach these challenging discussions with confidence and effectiveness, ensuri...
August 13, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 65
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45:38
Being Prepared For A Crisis with Mark Williams
The recent CrowdStrike outage drew millions of businesses into a crisis, forcing many companies to enact their crisis plans. This event underscores how swiftly situations can arise that demand strong leadership in the face of a crisis. Today, w...
July 25, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 64
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39:56
The Power of Smarter Questions in Leadership
Ever feel like understanding what your team is truly thinking is a mystery? In today’s episode, Brenton and Ron uncover the power of asking the right questions to gain deeper insights. Learn how these essential types of questions can help you m...
July 06, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 63
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41:13
The Art of Listening
In this episode, Brenton and Ron continue their series on effective communication by focusing on the fundamental skill of listening. They discuss the significant role listening plays in building strong relationships, making informed decisions, ...
May 19, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 62
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42:52
Launch of the Effective Communication Series
In this episode, we're kicking off a new series on Effective Communication by challenging you to benchmark your current skills! Think of it as setting the baseline in a fitness test, where understanding your starting point is the first step tow...
April 15, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 61
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30:59
Building Mental Fitness with Tim Bishop
With the soaring cost of living and global uncertainties, prioritising our mental health has never been more crucial. In this episode, we're talking with Tim Bishop about the unique pressures in the construction industry and how businesses like...
April 01, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 60
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39:43
Turning Regrets into Resolutions
Welcome to the first Business Builders episode of 2024! This thought-provoking session revolves around the transformative lessons from one of our reading books from the holidays, ‘The Top Five Regrets of the Dying’, by
January 29, 2024
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Season 4
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Episode 59
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36:01
Unwrapping the Complexity of Christmas with Samantha Young
Welcome to Episode 58 of the Business Builders Podcast, titled "Unwrapping the Complexity of Christmas with Samantha Young." This episode brings a fresh perspective to the festive season as we delve into the intricacies and challenges that Chri...
December 17, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 58
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37:11
What Drives You?
What am I really doing this for? Have you ever asked yourself a question like this? It's a big-picture question, and at some point, we all find ourselves asking it. But how often do we actually take the time to ponder the question? Today, we're...
December 09, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 57
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20:22
Strategies for Sleeping Well with Dr Kristyn Kemp
Picture a CEO at the helm of a thriving company, their decisions impacting their employees lives and sometimes their customers' lives, not to mention the future of their business. Now imagine that same CEO struggling to find sleep night after n...
November 26, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 56
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57:20
Give Me A Break
Hey Business Builders, have you ever felt overwhelmed by the relentless demands of the 'hustle culture'? In today's fast-paced world, the importance of taking meaningful breaks has never been more crucial. So, in this episode, we're emphasising...
October 29, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 55
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50:59
A Balancing Act - The Business of You
Hey Business Builders, ever felt like you're constantly juggling work and personal life? We've all been there. After chatting with Samantha Young about burnout in the last few episodes, we realised that the key to avoiding things like burnout i...
October 15, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 54
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34:41
The Burnout Antidote with Samantha Young
In this second part of our discussion with CEO and Clinical Psychologist Samantha Young, we continue to explore the intricate issue of burnout, especially how to handle it in the workplace and prevent its occurrence.It's a lot like figu...
October 01, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 53
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51:53
When Your Passion Turns To Poison: Addressing Burnout with Samantha Young
Welcome, Business Builders! This is the second episode of our Life-Work Balance series. Today, we're shedding light on a subject that's often experienced yet rarely discussed: Burnout.You've probably heard the phrase "burning the...
September 17, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 52
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52:58
Life-Work Balance in a 24/7 World
Imagine being seated in a quiet room, the soft hum of your laptop the only sound breaking the silence. Late night blurs into early morning as they often do when you’re an entrepreneur, business owner or busy executive. You glance at the clock: ...
September 03, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 51
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30:41
The Power of Daily Huddles
In this episode, we're celebrating a milestone—it's our 50th episode! And in light of this, we're exploring one of our most recommended transformative business practices with you all—The Daily Huddle.We will be unpacking the concept of ...
August 20, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 50
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32:38
Marketing Insights - The Power of Curiosity
In this episode of the Business Builders Podcast, we explore the role of marketing insights in driving business growth. We discuss the significance of curiosity in unravelling valuable insights that shape decision-making and customer-centric st...
August 06, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 49
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32:21
The 4-Day Workweek Revolution with Sim Penzo
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Sim Penzo, Co-Founder of Codefish Studio, who took the bold step of transitioning his business to a 4-day workweek in 2022. Join us as Sim shares...
July 21, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 48
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51:34
Navigating the Future of Business with Futurist Craig Rispin
In this insightful episode of the Business Builders podcast, we're joined by renowned futurist Craig Rispin. We delve deep into the realm of emerging technologies and explore how they could...
July 06, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 47
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55:32
The Forgotten Market
Have you ever wondered why some businesses thrive while others struggle, despite their external marketing efforts? In this episode, we explore an area of marketing that is often overlooked - the internal market. We share stories about businesse...
June 24, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 46
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33:28
Aligning Sales and Marketing with Tarnia Conti
Are your sales and marketing teams working together seamlessly, or are they struggling to find common ground? Join us for this eye-opening conversation with Tarnia Conti, a seasoned expert ...
June 10, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 45
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38:46
Shaping Opinions: The Power of Branding
Your brand goes way beyond your logo or visual identity – it's the impression people have of your company and what they say about you when you're not around. So in today’s episode, we’re discussing the crucial role that marketing plays in shapi...
May 26, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 44
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37:32
How To Choose A Marketing Agency
The success of your rebrand or advertising campaign heavily relies on choosing the right marketing agency. If that sounds like a daunting task, don't worry, we've got you covered. Today we're discussing a tried and tested process to help you se...
May 12, 2023
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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52:08