Podcast

This (short) episode is a little different. No guest, no interview, just Tristan going solo on a topic that's item one on the Culture Is Everything checklist: discovering a short, compelling and easy-to-understand core purpose (instead of a wishy-washy mission statement) as a foundation of a strong team culture. In this episode, you'll hear the story of the very first team members that Tristan ever employed to move from a solo start-up business to a team with employees that has since become the...

This (short) episode is a little different. No guest, no interview, just Tristan going solo on a topic that's item one on the Culture Is Everything checklist: discovering a short, compelling and easy-to-understand core purpose (instead of a...

This episode features the leader, entrepreneur and author Brian Scudamore. Brian is the founder of the global success story 1800 Got Junk, which employs thousands of people and collects hundreds of millions of dollars worth of junk each year. Brian shares the inauspicious beginnings behind his people-centric business model that led to the foundation of this global powerhouse. We delve into the secrets behind his people-focused and people-powered business, including the 1800 Got Junk ‘dreams’ ...

This episode features the leader, entrepreneur and author Brian Scudamore. Brian is the founder of the global success story 1800 Got Junk, which employs thousands of people and collects hundreds of millions of dollars worth of junk each year. Brian...

Verne Harnish is an leader, entrepreneur, community builder, and the author of 'Scaling Up' and 'Mastering The Rockefeller Habits'. In this episode we discuss how routine can set you free, the interaction between empathy and assertiveness for leaders, the importance of 'keeping it real', and Verne's 'care more' approach.

Verne Harnish is an leader, entrepreneur, community builder, and the author of 'Scaling Up' and 'Mastering The Rockefeller Habits'.  In this episode we discuss how routine can set you free, the interaction between empathy and assertiveness for...

David Meerman Scott is an author, speaker, content creator and a mentor of mine. He’s the author of 10 books, the most famous being ‘The New Rules of Marketing and PR’. He travels the globe teaching leaders and entrepreneurs how to publish content online. In this interview we discuss how online content creation can help businesses grow. We also explore how ideas develop over time and can be connected together to develop careers, ideas, theories... and get new words in the dictionary. David als...

David Meerman Scott is an author, speaker, content creator and a mentor of mine. He’s the author of 10 books, the most famous being ‘The New Rules of Marketing and PR’. He travels the globe teaching leaders and entrepreneurs how to publish...

Chris Ducker is the founder of a large-scale services business and an online education business that serves leaders and entrepreneurs. He's authored two books: 'Virtual Freedom' and 'Rise of the Youpreneur'. He also hosts an annual 'Youpreneur' summit in the UK. In this interview, we discuss the value of having a team around you that are empowered to call you out when your weaknesses may be exposed. Chris also shares a story about leaders being lifelong learners, and the power of being interest...

Chris Ducker is the founder of a large-scale services business and an online education business that serves leaders and entrepreneurs. He's authored two books: 'Virtual Freedom' and 'Rise of the Youpreneur'. He also hosts an annual 'Youpreneur' summit...

"What's the biggest lesson you've learned from being a leader?" This is the question I ask all my guests on Think Big, Act Small and it features throughout our season finale of the podcast. This is a Season 1 wrap up episode, loaded with highlights from our first 11 guests: Dr Glen Richards (Shark Tank Australia) Jack Delosa (founder, The Entourage) Ben Hosking (my longtime mentor) Emma Isaacs (founder, Business Chicks) Cameron Schwab (founder/speaker/mentor at designCEO) Paul Roos (AFL ...

"What's the biggest lesson you've learned from being a leader?" This is the question I ask all my guests on Think Big, Act Small and it features throughout our season finale of the podcast. This is a Season 1 wrap up episode, loaded with...

Janine Allis is best known as the founder of Boost Juice, which came from an idea after a research trip to the US. Starting with one store in Adelaide in 2000, Boost Juice now has over 400 stores in 15 countries. In this episode, Janine shares her leadership and entrepreneurial insights on many topics including: life requiring balance over the long term; that most stress is self-created; and her take on dealing with millennials and other generations in the workplace.

Janine Allis is best known as the founder of Boost Juice, which came from an idea after a research trip to the US. Starting with one store in Adelaide in 2000, Boost Juice now has over 400 stores in 15 countries. In this episode, Janine shares her...

Jay Baer is a 7th generation entrepreneur, a New York Times best-selling author of six books and the founder of five multi-million dollar companies. He is the founder of Convince & Convert, a consulting firm that provides social media strategy and content marketing strategy to "the world's most interesting brands". Virtually located across the US from New York to Los Angeles, the Convince & Convert team comprises senior digital strategists with deep experience in content marketing, social medi...

is a 7th generation entrepreneur, a New York Times best-selling author of six books and the founder of five multi-million dollar companies.  He is the founder of , a consulting firm that provides social media strategy and content...

Carolyn Creswell was an 18-year-old first-year uni student when she bought a small inner-Melbourne muesli manufacturer in 1992. Fast forward 25 years and Carman’s gourmet range of muesli bars, protein bars and muesli is distributed around Australia and internationally. In this interview Carolyn shares her secrets for building a strong team and culture, including a 10:15 am daily huddle. She also provides great insights into being assertive and honest when communicating. Learn more about Carol...

Carolyn Creswell was an 18-year-old first-year uni student when she bought a small inner-Melbourne muesli manufacturer in 1992. Fast forward 25 years and Carman’s gourmet range of muesli bars, protein bars and muesli is distributed around Australia...

Cameron Herold is an entrepreneur, coach, speaker and author. He has built and advised many high-growth franchise businesses including 1800 Got Junk, which operates in Australia, the US and Canada. Today Cameron coaches leaders and entrepreneurs to help them build the skills and knowledge to create purposeful, sustainable businesses. This interview covers everything from ‘grandmother-isms’ to how to 'push life into work'.

Cameron Herold is an entrepreneur, coach, speaker and author. He has built and advised many high-growth franchise businesses including 1800 Got Junk, which operates in Australia, the US and Canada. Today Cameron coaches leaders and entrepreneurs to...

Shayne Elliott is the Group CEO of the ANZ Bank, which has over 50,000 team members across 33 countries. In this episode we go deep into communication. With such a widespread team, communication is critical in Shayne’s role. Shayne also discusses the importance of having the right people in your team, and of taking responsibility for your career development by finding a good boss or coach to learn from.

Shayne Elliott is the Group CEO of the ANZ Bank, which has over 50,000 team members across 33 countries. In this episode we go deep into communication. With such a widespread team, communication is critical in Shayne’s role. Shayne also discusses...

Paul Roos has had an incredible career in the AFL as a player, coach and media commentator. In 2005, after playing 356 games with Fitzroy and Sydney, he coached Sydney to their first premiership in 72 years. Paul's book ‘Here It Is’ details his coaching and leadership philosophy, and he hosts a podcast called ‘The Coach’ to help leaders learn and grow. In this wide-ranging interview, Paul shares his thoughts on business, life and becoming the best leader you can be.

Paul Roos has had an incredible career in the AFL as a player, coach and media commentator. In 2005, after playing 356 games with Fitzroy and Sydney, he coached Sydney to their first premiership in 72 years. Paul's book ‘Here It Is’ details his...