15 Minutes with the Boss
15 Minutes with the Boss is a podcast that gives listeners exclusive access to some of the top CEOs in the country. Each week AFR BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with a prominent leader and asks them to share the invaluable advice and wisdom they have accumulated throughout their careers. For stories of success and failure and everything in-between, search and follow 15 Minutes with the Boss. It’s 15 minutes you can’t afford to miss.
Episodes
Climbing the seven summits taught this executive one big lesson
From a young age, Esther Colwill, a former partner at Deloitte and now country head for Australia at Korn Ferry, dreamt of climbing the highest peaks on each of the seven continents, including, of course, Mount Everest. Colwill succeeded, emerging with critical lessons that have helped her in both her private and professional life. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds out h
Chris Judd’s formula for high performance – on and off the field
Asked about a pivotal moment in his career, former AFL star Chris Judd is quick to respond: don’t do what everyone else is doing. “[The pivotal moment] was taking complete control over my fitness program,” says Judd. In business, Judd, who is the founder and portfolio manager of Cerutty Macro Fund, a concentrated equities fund that invests primarily in smaller companies, applied
This exec left banking to buy a caravan park. Now he runs an empire
"I had everything on the wire, on the line," says Grant Wilckens, remembering when the global financial crisis hit. The chief executive and founder of G'Day Group had started his holiday parks business in 2004 when Lehman Brothers collapsed. "It was probably the hardest I've ever worked, the most stressed I've ever been." On this week's episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with the former i
How an exercise physiologist designed her ideal workout routine
“I've really changed my relationship with exercise over the past few years”, says Katie Lyndon, the chief executive of Exercise and Sports Science Australia. The exercise physiologist has made a conscious effort to shift her mindset around workout routines from something she has to do to something she loves. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with Lyn
Thomson Reuters CEO on AI bill shock, career risks and his biggest mistake
The president and CEO of Thomson Reuters says the company has had "bill shock this year in the tens of millions of US dollars over and above our budget”. And while Steve Hasker maintains the global technology and information firm, which is valued at $US40 billion ($57 billion), is disciplined financially, the costs are rising. This week, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with Hasker to
Trailer: How I Made It returns July 29
How I Made It is back with host Lauren Sams. Don’t miss season six as we uncover how Australia’s top entrepreneurs built their fortunes and what they learnt along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
‘The phone stopped ringing’: How retirement shock hit this Olympian
In 2016, former Opals star player and Olympic medallist Lauren Jackson was forced to retire. She had had 17 knee operations and could not get on top of her injury. “At that point, I was really aware that my identity as a basketball player was gone,” the now-chief strategy and basketball partnerships officer for the WNBL Australia recalls. Since then, Jackson’s life on and off the
Fasting, coffee and no chores: A Young Rich Lister’s success formula
Oscar Ledlin is just 34 years old, but last year he was ranked number 55 on the Financial Review Young Rich List with a fortune valued at $123 million. The founder and chief executive of the Ledlin Group started the company after seeing a gap in the market for small commercial properties during the e-commerce boom. In this episode, the property entrepreneur sits down with BOSS editor Sally Pa
Why this expert thinks communication is ‘going down the gurgler’
Communications expert Louise Mahler has spent years helping leaders gain confidence, presence, and influence in the way they communicate. However, since the pandemic and the rapid increase of online platforms, Mahler believes people are losing the ability to engage with audiences. But she's hopeful that connection can be restored. On this week's episode, the former opera singers reveals her top pu
This Four Pillars Gin co-founder is taking on whisky – and the ASX
Stuart Gregor has always been a keen storyteller. From his first job working in journalism as a copy boy to co-founding craft gin brand Four Pillars, this entrepreneur has used his skills to build brands and their narratives. Now the chief executive of ASX-listed Lark Distillery, the whisky boss is having to tell a new type of story to analysts and fund managers. In this week's episode, Grego
Ask about WFH and you’ll get dropped from shortlist, headhunter warns
“We’ve had a number of years when there was a huge emphasis on people’s work-life balance. Now it’s about performance,” says Chris Karagounis. The managing director at executive search firm Alex Kaar says working in the office allows budding leaders to contribute to the culture and community, and to keep learning. And if they're not there, then they risk falling behin
How the death of her husband changed this exec’s career forever
When Sharon Pickering’s husband died, she realised she needed to choose where she directed her energy and focus on what mattered to her. After years of being a dedicated scholar, the academic made a decision that would set her on a path to becoming the vice chancellor of Monash University. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with the university boss to find out h
How this CEO changed his leadership style for the sake of top performers
Procter & Gamble’s Australian chief executive, Neal Reed, has been with the global manufacturer for 30 years. The company behind household brands such as Pampers nappies, Gillette razors and Pantene and Head & Shoulders shampoos has long been committed to finding and developing top talent. But as the CEO has discovered, the strategy presents a temptation to push high performers too h
Neil Perry opens up about the high cost of overspending
He’s one of Australia’s most influential chefs and restaurateurs. But when Neil Perry was faced with the closure of his restaurant, Song Bird, he realised he’d broken his most important rule. “You've always got to be prepared to walk away," Perry says. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds out what went wrong with the Double Bay restaurant, and what h
Why this smartphone boss called time on saying yes to everything
Praveena Raman, the head of Motorola in Australia and New Zealand, is a self-described yes person. At the start of her career as an engineer, the “say yes to everything” mindset opened doors to pivotal opportunities that would set her on the path to becoming an executive. But a crucial piece of advice also made the smartphone boss realise the importance of saying no. On this week
What this CEO of a drinks company learnt from the tech industry
One of Anubha Sahasrabuddhe’s proudest moments was getting Chinese consumers to drink Coca-Cola – and lots of it. Earlier in her career, Sahasrabuddhe, now the chief executive of brewing giant Lion, was asked to go to China in the run-up to the Beijing Olympics and take on the competition, Pepsi. Sahasrabuddhe’s stint was a success, but there were also failures. The experience le
What this executive learnt from working for Kerry Packer
Mary Wooldridge, the outgoing chief executive of the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, worked for the media tycoon in the late 1990s. While her time at Kerry Packer's company, Consolidated Press Holdings, taught her some invaluable skills, Wooldridge found it unmotivating. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds out why the former politician traded a Packer deal-making r
This exec was terrified of public speaking, but now she loves it
When Allison Rossiter was offered a dream job, she had just one hesitation: she was terrified of public speaking. But not wanting to walk away from the opportunity, the budding executive asked for a public speaking coach. On this week’s episode, the president for Novartis in Australia and New Zealand tells BOSS editor Sally Patten how a new coach, a hypnotist and a Hollywood movie helped her
Why Vivid’s festival director won’t be reading any reviews
For any arts production, reviews are a crucial metric of success. But for Brett Sheehy, what the critics have to say means very little. For him, it’s all about the audience. On this week’s episode, Vivid Sydney's festival director tells BOSS editor Sally Patten how he's determined his own way of measuring success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Don't ask about WFH: This top exec’s guide to job interviews
As the managing director of Franklin Templeton in Australia and New Zealand, Felicity Walsh has done her fair share of job interviews. In that time, the local head of the global asset manager has figured out what candidates should – and should not – do during the process. This week, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with the top executive to find out her tips on researching prospectiv
Inside Ahmed Fahour’s high-performance morning routine
The chief executive of Gurner Group and former boss of Australia Post says his morning routine has been transformational. Ahmed Fahour says he now thinks more clearly, has lost 13 kilograms over the past two years and has discovered the best productivity hack: sleep. On this week's episode, the top executive tells BOSS editor Sally Patten how a new start to the day has helped drive high performanc
Why the CEO of BMW Australia wants you to take a ‘sleep test’
Vikram Pawah has loved cars since he was a child. Or more specifically, engines. From Honda to Harley Davidson and now BMW, the chief executive has worked for some of the biggest car and motorcycle brands in the world. And it was through motorcycle riding that the luxury car company CEO learnt how to avoid making rash decisions: “Sometimes what your reflex is telling you is the wrong thing i
‘I didn’t realise how far gone I was’: How this CEO survived burnout
When Jess Saxby became the chief executive of Banjo’s Bakery Cafes, she went "hell for leather". Taking over the family business, the new CEO was always chasing the next big thing for the chain. Until she realised she couldn't switch off. On this week's episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with the bakery boss to find out how Saxby overcame burnout and the boundaries she's put in plac
Subway CEO shares secret to growing Australia’s largest fast-food chain
Turning around a business never comes down to just one thing, says Shane Bracken. The chief executive of Subway in Australia and New Zealand believes three key steps have been critical to expanding the sandwich brand across the country. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds out how this CEO continues to grow the largest fast-food chain in Australia.See omnystudio.com/l
Ruslan Kogan says he’s made many mistakes. But this one stands out
The founder of online retailer Kogan.com firmly believes that mistakes are an “additional asset” that any company can learn from. But the entrepreneur says there was one “existential mistake” he made that stands out. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with the chief executive to find out how he came to value decision-making and the missteps alo
What being made redundant taught this CEO about leadership
Lisa Chiba’s first executive role was “a bit of a rollercoaster”. After starting in the role of customer service director, the company entered a divestment process – making the entire workforce redundant. It was an experience that would give the now-Momentum Energy CEO some of big lessons on communication and transparency. On this week’s episode, BOSS edit
Judo Bank founder reveals the biggest mistake a CEO can make
When it comes to banking, Joseph Healy has seen it all. After a long career holding executive positions at NAB, ANZ and Citi, the high-profile banker co-founded Australia’s first fintech unicorn, Judo Bank. And beyond the world of financial services, the chief executive also started mental health group Malu Health last year. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds
Why this CEO believes she should’ve spoken up more early in her career
Art Gallery of NSW director Maud Page says one of her biggest failures was not speaking up enough early in her career. “I’ve always spoken up if I thought there was an injustice, but one that I feel was a failure was when I fell pregnant," the gallery's chief executive says. On this week's episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with Page to find out about the early challenges she
The promotion that set Orica’s CEO on a path to running the $12b giant
When Sanjeev Gandhi was called into the office of German chemical company BASF’s managing director, the young salesman was “tentative and concerned”. It was a meeting that would go on to change the course of his career. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with the CEO of mining services giant Orica to find out how an unexpected opportunity paved the w
How this four-time Olympian and CEO handles high-stress situations
Three-time Olympic gold medallist Bronte Campbell knows a lot about high-stress situations. But for the co-founder and CEO of sustainable athleisure company Earthletica, there are a few techniques she draws on no matter the circumstance. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds out how this athlete-turned-chief executive deals with high-stakes events – in the pool and the
Ray White boss wants fourth-generation family business to become five
Managing director Dan White says his first day working alongside his father and brother at Australia’s largest real estate company was surreal. A fourth-generation, family-run business, Ray White dominates the country’s competitive property market. In this week’s episode of the new season of 15 Minutes with the BOSS, host Sally Patten sits down with the property leader to find ou
Bega CEO reveals his latest health obsession – and it’s not only protein
Being in charge of one of Australia’s biggest food and drink companies was never part of Pete Findlay’s plan. But the chief executive of Bega Group knows how beloved the brands are: “Never go messing with the Vegemite recipe. We do not touch that.” In the final episode of season three of 15 Minutes with the Boss, host Sally Patten finds out what this dairy products boss has
Want to be better at public speaking? NIDA’s CEO shares her tips
Standing up and speaking to a room full of people is a task that many find daunting. But there are a few tricks that can help you master the art of public speaking. On this week’s episode, National Institute of Dramatic Art CEO Liz Hughes sits down with BOSS editor Sally Patten to reveal her secrets for delivering a top address. This podcast was sponsored by Vanta.See omnystudio.com/li
This asset manager says leaders have a lot to learn from Pat Cummins
One of the most pivotal moments in Tim Helyar’s career was when he was first put in charge of a project, running a team and a $100 million piece of work. No longer unfamiliar with positions of leadership, Helyar is now the country head of State Street, the world’s fourth-largest asset manager. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds out how he’s developed his
PEXA’s CEO reveals the upside of ‘owning up to accountability’
Russell Cohen has set up businesses all around the world, and one of the things he says is a constant in all markets is the fear of accountability. “The fear is real … and that’s a global phenomenon,” the chief executive of PEXA says. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with the CEO of the real estate settlement giant to uncover the upsides of
Why this CEO insists on 2 referee checks, and often does them herself
Working in public health, Rita Butera admits that finding the right candidate for a role can be challenging. The CEO of BreastScreen Victoria says looking beyond technical skills is pivotal to the process. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds out how this chief executive developed her approach to hiring. This podcast was sponsored by Telstra.See omnystudio.co
Curtis Stone on the $4m flop that forced him to rethink everything
Celebrity chef Curtis Stone opened his first restaurant in Beverley Hills more than a decade ago, and it was immediately a smash hit. His next venture, however, quickly taught him how wrong things could go. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds out the cookbook writer had to rethink his strategy to turn things around. This podcast was sponsored by Telstra. See omny
The single word that helped Oporto's CEO land her biggest job
When Therese Frangie was working at Mexican fast-food group Mad Mex, she found herself “butting heads” with the founder.Frangie turned to a business coach to help her work through her frustrations. The coach had one word for her: ego.On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds out what the chief executive of Oporto learnt about ego, conflict management and leaders
Why the Cbus CEO says 45 minutes is too long for a meeting
When Kristian Fok became the chief executive of Cbus, he “knew there was a lot to take on”. One strategy that’s helped him manage issues as they arise is determining the length of a productive meeting. On this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds out how the Cbus CEO navigates the various challenges that come with running a $105 billion super fund. This podcast wa
The moment the Royal Melbourne Hospital CEO learnt to trust her gut
Shelley Dolan is the first one to admit that a career in nursing is “stressful”, but also “hugely enjoyable”. It was during her first experience working in an executive role in the health sector that she learnt about the pressures of leadership and the importance of trusting your instincts. This week, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with Dolan to find out how the CE
This investment guru backed Nvidia in 2016. Here are his other tips
The chief investment officer of fund manager Loftus Peak says he only gets one really good idea a year, and that it’s always about business. After looking into the rise of machine learning, Alex Pollak's “one good idea” in 2016 was to buy into Nvidia, which now boasts a market valuation of $US4 trillion ($6 trillion). This week, BOSS editor Sally Patten finds out how the loc
The biohacking therapies this muesli boss does each morning
When it comes to her morning routine, Carolyn Creswell describes herself as a bit of a “biohacker”, trying out different types of alternative therapies. But it’s not just in the mornings that the founder of Carman’s Kitchen explores new ways to get the most out of each day; the chief executive is also looking to AI to boost the company's productivity. This week, BOSS editor
Medibank's CEO reveals his secret to managing stress
David Koczkar reached exhilarating heights during the launch of Jetstar, but the stressful role came at a cost. In this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with the chief executive of Medibank to find out how he learnt a new, more mindful pace of leadership. This podcast was sponsored by 5 in 5 with ANZ podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The ‘marketing genius’ of property whisperer Monika Tu
Ready to retire at 45, everything changed for Monika Tu when she met her third husband and took on a whole new career. In this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with the founder of property concierge Black Diamondz Group to find out how the celebrity agent rose to the top of luxury real estate. This podcast was sponsored by 5 in 5 with ANZ podcast.See omnystudio.com/lis
Trailer: ‘How I Made It’ Returns September 22
How I Made It is back with new hosts Lauren Sams & Yolanda Redrup. Join us to learn how Australia’s top entrepreneurs built their fortunes and what they learnt along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How a pair of shoes kick-started this CEO’s career
The CEO of Baby Bunting thought he’d end up in corporate finance. In this week’s episode, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with Mark Teperson to find out how a chance retail sale changed the trajectory of his career. This podcast was sponsored by 5 in 5 with ANZ podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Clayton Utz's top lawyer made partner at 29 years old
Clayton Utz chief executive partner Emma Covacevich always tells her grads to keep an open mind: sometimes your career “true love” can arrive in unexpected places. This week, the leader of one of Australia’s top-tier law firms speaks to BOSS editor Sally Patten about how an unexpected move to Melbourne helped propel her to partner at the age of 29. This podcast was sponsored
Luke Mangan went broke at 35. Now he’s one of hospitality’s biggest stars
Celebrity chef Luke Mangan is an industry giant, but running some of the best restaurants in the country is not without its challenges. This week, BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with the leading restaurateur to find out how he soared to the top of Australia’s hospitality scene. This podcast was sponsored by 5 in 5 with ANZ podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kellie Hush: Never take your eye off the customer and the surprising benefits of mixing sport with fashion
In this episode Sally Patten, BOSS editor talks to Kellie Hush, chief executive of Australian Fashion Week and co-founder of The Volte, about how optimism has guided her in life and leadership. Kellie also reflects on a time when the words of a former boss drove her ambition and reveals how she prefers soccer boots to spreadsheets. This podcast is sponsored by Burleigh Heads Property Developm
Simon Banks: How to gain mindfulness from manual work and why leadership requires both the head and heart
Editor of Boss Sally Patten talks to Simon Banks, managing director of PayPal in Australia, about how he engages his head and heart to lead, how manual work can reset a bad day, and how he uses empathy to get the best out of people. This podcast is sponsored by Burleigh Heads Property Development.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Christelle Young: Radical transparency and a daily matcha ritual
Editor of BOSS Sally Patten sits down with Christelle Young, the managing director of T2 in Australia, to talk about the importance of being honest with staff, what she learnt from a 10-day silence retreat and why matcha tea is taking the world by storm. This podcast is sponsored by PGIMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris Andrews: Why you should stay in your current job longer and the question that removes ego from the room
In this week’s episode, Chris Andrews, chief executive of La Trobe Financial, joins BOSS editor Sally Patten, to talk about why flitting from one job to another is a bad career move, and the key question he's embedded into meetings to remove ego from the room. This podcast is sponsored by PGIM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr Toni Meath: When 'Plan B' eclipses 'Plan A' and the secret powers of an introvert
In this week’s episode, Dr Toni Meath, principal and CEO of Melbourne Girls Grammar describes how a devastating moment in her personal life turned Plan A into an incredible Plan B, how introversion is her superpower and why you're probably smarter and braver than you think. This podcast is sponsored by PGIMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Graham Kittle: Recovering from burnout, building networks and getting up at 4:30am
In this week’s episode, Graham Kittle, the managing partner of Heidrick & Struggles in Australia, discusses how burnout led him to his dream job, the importance of having lots of coffee meetings and why he starts his day so early. This podcast is sponsored by PGIMSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Arnie Selvarajah: The best (last) question to ask and how to generate high value ideas.
In this week’s episode, co-CEO of Bell Financial Group Arnie Selvarajah, discusses why group success trumps individual recognition, how to simultaneously incentivise individuals and teams, and reveals the question he always asks to ensure he gets the full picture. This podcast is sponsored by PGIM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ed Chung: The 7 year shift, the AI question you need to ask and how to dominate your diary.
Ed Chung from Technology One actively incites company upheaval every 7 to 10 years. In this episode, he describes how this mass change can benefit individuals as well as the company, the work ethic he learned from his mum and dad, and how to master your own diary but still stay flexible.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lou Oppenheim: How data stories drive decisions, changing entertainment patterns & the joy of seeing staff flourish
In this week's episode, Executive Director of the Sydney Dance Company Lou Oppenheim, shares how she unexpectedly moved from computational linguistics into the arts sector. Hear how Lou uses her love of data to illuminate human stories, frame insights and guide her decisions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paul Hitchcock: Failing fast, the rule of three & nominating a devil's advocate
In this episode CEO of Patties Food Group Paul Hitchcock shares his 'rule of three' to help weed out non-performers. Plus, how moving quickly when restructuring a business can save heartache as well as money, and lessons from a product launch that didn't work. Save 50% or more on unlimited access to the Australian Financial Review in our EOFY sale, ending June 30.See omnystudio.com/listener for pr
Janine Allis: the extended interview
We've had such a great response to the episode with Boost Juice Founder Janine Allis that we decided to play the extended version. There were so valuable takeaways in this chat that didn't make the original cut, so we hope you enjoy this extended conversation. Janine shares life hacks for productivity and longevity, dismisses imposter syndrome, and emphasises the value of saying "yes" to opportuni
Matt Comyn: the extended interview
We've had such a great response to the episode with Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn that we decided to play the extended version. There were so many great takeaways in this chat that didn't make the cut, so we hope you enjoy this extended conversation. Matt talks about the importance of taking on the hard challenges, his approach to health and fitness and why he sends less than 5 emails a day. Sa
Trevor Holland: Letting go in order to move forward, building healthy habits and searching out mentors
In this week's episode, Trevor Holland, Australia New Zealand managing director of Lululemon, discusses the fear of walking away from his passion to start a new career, taking lessons from his favourite audio book Atomic Habits by James Clear, and searching out mentors to guide him through his career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paul McGrath: Defying a 5% survival prognosis, the 'work hard' myth & 3 key elements to transform businesses
This week, YHA CEO Paul McGrath talks about being diagnosed with lymphoblastic leukemia at age 39, why working harder to get ahead is BS and he outlines the three key elements of successful transformation. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Melinda Petrunoff: The 20% rule for growth, her undelivered TED talk and why you shouldn’t hide your ambition
On this week’s episode, Pinterest’s Australian MD Melinda Petrunoff, talks about the importance of feeling uncomfortable for 20% of her role, how communicating her career ambitions led to increased opportunities and she discusses the challenges of raising identical twins. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Longmire: Performing under pressure, how to instil loyalty and the ‘seven out of ten’ rule
In this week’s episode, John Longmire, the executive director of club performance at the Sydney Swans talks about the relentless pressure athletes are under and the strategies they use to help them focus, how sharing the spoils of success can foster a positive work environment and why it's OK for senior leaders to make mistakes. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystud
Holly Masters: Don't rush into a career, open every door and why she left a $15b company
In this week’s episode, Holly Masters, CEO of The McGrath Foundation talks about why having a non-linear career path is so enriching, how forming relationships and networking can lead to surprising results and why she left Estee Lauder to work in the for-purpose sector. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Damien Nicks: Getting your work-life balance right, starting a business and why the next 10 years are crucial
On this week's episode, AGL CEO Damien Nicks talks about the value of unwinding on weekends, the challenges of starting a business from scratch, and the importance of getting outside of his comfort zone and making mistakes. This podcast is sponsored by AICDSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Grant Hackett: The common trait winners share, sweating the small stuff and learning to be vulnerable
On this week’s episode, Generation Development Group CEO Grant Hackett talks about the lessons he learned from his failure at the 2008 Olympics, shares his experience of going through a divorce and the importance of vulnerability and reveals how "sweating the small stuff" has been a key factor in his significant business achievements. This podcast is sponsored by AICDSee omnystudio.com/
Damien Mu: Why your HQ matters, failing to get a promotion and why you should 'declare you intent'
In this week’s episode, the CEO of AIA Australia Damien Mu talks about the importance of one's health quotient after a health check revealed low scores, the lessons he learnt after being passed over for a promotion and the common leadership mistakes executives make. This podcast is sponsored by AICDSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brett Woods: How to accelerate your career, exploiting ‘nearism’ bias and learning the hard way
In this week’s episode, the CEO of Beach Energy Brett Woods talks about his decision to work for a smaller company, how junior employees can benefit from engaging with the CEO, and how a deal he was working on failed. This podcast is sponsored by AICDSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Janine Allis: Health hacks, why imposter syndrome is BS, and saying “yes” to everything
Janine Allis, Boost Juice founder, shares life hacks for productivity and longevity, dismisses imposter syndrome, and emphasises the value of saying "yes" to opportunities. This podcast is sponsored by AICDSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nick Flood: Becoming MD at 37, asking ‘dumb’ questions and when will we achieve AGI?
On this week’s episode Nick Flood, IBM’s managing director of Australia and New Zealand, talks about the value of asking ‘dumb questions’, emphasises the importance of finding a supportive and inspiring boss and predicts the point when artificial intelligence will become smarter than humans. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystudio.com/listene
Jason Johnson: Mistakes even top execs make in job interviews and using AI to help get a new job
On this week’s episode Jason Johnson, chief executive of Johnson Partners talks about the mistakes even senior executives make in job interviews, how the book, The 80/80 Marriage, changed the way he views partnerships and breaks down how to use AI to prepare for job interviews. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun Bei Liu: How to boost your confidence, blocking out naysayers and how tackle mistakes
On this week’s episode Jun Bei Liu, founder and lead portfolio manager at TenCap, talks about how she approaches mistakes, the importance of not letting others tell you that you can't do something and the best way to get a promotion. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Carfi: Making a good first impression, giving up sugar, and why he doesn’t care about being liked in business
On this week’s episode John Carfi, CEO of Ingenia, discusses the importance of being admired, rather than liked, what he discovered when he quit sugar and ultra processed foods, and why it is critical to develop a good rapport quickly. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What Anthony Seibold learnt from Matt Comyn, coping with pressure and why ‘she’ll be right’ is BS
Ahead of the NRL’s 2025 season kick-off, Manly Warringah Sea Eagles head coach Anthony Seibold joins the podcast to talk about the intense pressure of being a high profile sports coach, what he learnt about leadership from CBA chief executive Matt Comyn and why he thinks the age old adage of ‘she’ll be right’ is BS. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystud
Jane Lu: Why 'you're not special’, doing all the naughty things and why she faked having a job
In this week’s episode Jane Lu, the founder and CEO of Showpo talks about why her husband frequently tells her, "you're not special”, shares why she didn’t tell her parents that she had quit her job and reveals what time she sleeps until every morning. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Scott: Why you shouldn’t over plan your career, what really makes people happy and how to slow the mind
In this week’s episode Mark Scott, the vice chancellor of the University of Sydney talks about the importance of seizing opportunities rather than over-planning, explains why maintaining relationships is vital for executives and shares his experience of managing complex environments, particularly around issues related to the Middle East. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omny
Scott Hartley: How to turn redundancy into a better job and building high-performance culture
In this week's episode Scott Hartley, the chief executive of Insignia Financial recounts being made redundant from NAB in his late 40s, which he initially found shocking but later saw as an opportunity, how to build a high-performance culture and why he sometimes wakes up at 4:30am. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Comyn: Dealing with stress, applying for the difficult roles and why emails are a waste of time
On this week’s episode, Commonwealth Bank CEO Matt Comyn talks about the importance of taking on the hard challenges, his approach to health and fitness and why he sends less than 5 emails a day. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Summer series: Extended interview of Deloitte CEO Adam Powick
Welcome to the 15 Minutes with the Boss summer series edition, where we bring you exclusive extended interviews with some of our favourite episodes. In this week’s episode, we revisit our conversation with Deloitte chief executive Adam Powick. In this extended version, Adam reflects on the advice that reshaped his perception: the importance of how others perceive you. He also opens up about
