Podcast

The numbers tell a sobering story. While 90% of HR professionals say effective recognition programmes improve business results, there's a massive execution gap. Only 31% of organisations rate their programme effectiveness as "high," despite 91% having programmes in place.

Sally Obermeder (TV personality) is the co-founder of SWIISH.com together with her sister they have grown their business to a material size.

OnDeck's Justin Brady asks the tough questions about sales incentives and customer relationships. Discover why memorable beats monetary and the three pillars that drive results.

Venkatesh has been in business for almost a decade and he is really wanting to scale. I ask him to consider the constraints of the business and what is holding him back.

if you have a business idea then this is the episode for you. Chris has a design patent and now he wants to take his project further.

In this episode a give a reality check to this pre-revenue founder. I think it is important to ask challenging questions, to hold up the mirror but also to offer some alternatives.

Great conversation on where and how tocreate authority How to look at your business model to create more consistent revenue and also how to align your social contribution to your purpose statement.

This is much more than a life style business, Bethany has a clear sense of purpose, is getting great traction and now she is set to fly, however she needs to make it work for her.

Growing a team as a startup can be difficult - where do you find talent I offer some suggestions on how to attract like minded people. We discuss how to find funds for captial infrustructure.

Building brands in service businesses can be a challenge - but when you get it right then you will be speaking with the right people at the right time - and it can become very cost effective.

Matt has one of the most compelling customer promises that I have heard. We have a great conversation about growth, finding more customers, competing against faceless online portals and building an entry level product.

Anthony has a great looking coffee brand primarily pitched to millenials, he wants to know how to stand out in the competitive digital landscape. And I provide some different ideas that would be very cost effective.

In this episode our energetic founder is on to a great idea, but Joanne needs the insight to understand what are the most effective marketing channels for her.

So I have finally been 'stumped' for words. Twice Marty has reinvented the concept of the photo booth for events. He asks me a number of questions about the economic environment, the start up eco system and also marketing.

Tamsin sees that Entrepreneurs can play a big role in leadership throughout our economy, she wants to know about success and whether it is dependent of 'personal development'.

Moving to Melbourne Australia, from Romania to start a property development business in January 2020 might not have been the ideal time for Dan to kick of his business.

Gaby has seen a business opportunity to create an app which helps millenials earning an income from savings.

As a successful entrepreneur who sold her thriving enterprise Leigh wants to give school aged students the opportunity to learn about entrepreneurship.

Tim is a relatively new entrepreneur with a passion for tennis and fitness. He is looking to diversify and grow beyond his current business model.

I've known Christine for many years, and this is not her first business. Driven by purpose and wanting to shift leadership capabilities for her clients.

Naomi loved her time on Shark Tank Australia and this episode she teams up with Michele Romanow a Dragon on the Canadian version of Shark Tank which was called Dragons Den.

Ahmed has been in business for a decade and it turns over $20m, in that time he has raised close to $30m in venture capital but knew there must be a better way to access growth capital.

Cat is driven by a deep sense of purpose to help businesses trace their carbon footprint. She has significant early traction and a team of seven.

Craig and Sarah have worked in oncology for many years and saw how hard it often is for patients to find accommodation near their medical practitioners.

Shark Tank season 4 the last investment of the series and co-founder Moe joins me with questions about design, technology and customer experience.

With a successful and growing business on the Gold Coast Melissa is challenged by increasing costs and how she can look at changing her prices.

This second-generation family manufacturer based in Brisbane produces 40,000 watches a year. Grant has worked for 26 years in the business and is seeking to understand growth opportunities.

I’d met Melody as part of a formal mentoring program a few years back and it is so delightful to see the growth she has achieved.

Nick is driven by a sense of purpose, he and his team know that because of the work they do they are changing the lives of many people with mobility issues.

Ginger Rogers, dance partner of Fred Astair, famously said ‘I did it backwards and in heels’ Louise has designed a fabulous shoe for women on their feet – a lot.

Sam and Lucy want businesspeople to plan differently (Plan.D). They are encouraging people to think outside the box. I love their product, the research, design, and creativity of this planning tool is world class

There are big questions in this episode Donna wants to know how she should be marketing her socially driven enterprise.

Vegepod has flourished in recent times as people are spending more time at home – and gardening is increasingly popular. The founders have come a long way since I met them in season two of Shark Tank.

Co Founder of Finder.com the globally successful comparison website has a new book – Go Live, how to launch… anything.

Andrew Fleming is passionate about people's financial health. He understands the connection between mental health and financial security.

I met Vanessa from Celle Skin on the first episode of series one of Shark Tank Australia – her journey is exciting and this episode we have a discussion on personal strategy for growth.

In this episode, Naomi sits down face to face with Tony from Youngster.co. Youngster is wonderful business that provides great job opportunities for our youngsters and empowering our elders to use technology better.

How To Exit a Business? Of all the questions I’ve been asked over my career, this is the one that carries the most emotional weight.

Saxon Phipps Co-Founder Year 13 reflects on its growth but asks “What’s the best way to start a business?”, “How do you weed out the ‘sharks’ and find advisors and investors who will help you build the brand?”

I’ve learned that you cannot manage time. It passes at the exact same, relentless pace for every single person on this planet. What you can manage—what you must manage—is your energy, your focus, your decisions, and your priorities.

How To Start a New Business? Before you even think about registering a business name, designing a logo, or spending money on a website, you must start here.

In this episode of Handpicked we talk to Harry Sanders who is the Director and Founder of StudioHawk. StudioHawk | Award-winning Specialist SEO Agency

In this episode Naomi talks with Jacqui who wants to know how to grow her business when she can't actually travel.