Best Words With Wags Podcasts (2024)

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142: Building the world’s first GEN-Z copywriting community, Word Tonic, with Carolyn McMurray and Em Goodier. 58:06

1h ago58:06

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This week, we ate and left no some crumbs to lure and catch GEN-Z copywriters, Carolyn McMurray and Em Goodier. Co-founders of Word Tonic, the world’s first GEN-Z copywriting community, Carolyn and Em are hell-bent on helping and inspiring more young people to write for a living. Driven directly by young copywriters, it's a space to connect, share …

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26. Simplifying the Complex: Scott Benham's Evolution from John Maxwell to Pedro Adao 26:28

2h ago26:28

26:28

SUMMARY: In this engaging episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, hosts Aaron, Terryn, and Savannah sit down with Scott, a seasoned operations expert, to delve into his unique professional journey. Scott shares his fascinating story of transitioning from working with renowned leadership guru John Maxwell to partnering with dynamic entrepreneur Ped…

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25. Bridging Vision and Operations with RJ Redden of Black Belt Bots 32:37

1d ago32:37

32:37

SUMMARY: In this inspiring episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, hosts Savannah and Terryn dive into the fascinating world of chatbots and AI with RJ Redden, the mastermind behind Black Belt Bots. RJ shares her journey from a young first grader helping kindergartners learn to skate to becoming a renowned expert in leveraging technology to create…

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141: Lessons in Creative Leadership with Coca-Cola’s Adam Ross. 56:43

8d ago56:43

56:43

This week we asked “Is Pepsi okay?” to bait and catch Coca-Cola Creative Lead, Adam Ross. Creative Lead for Coca-Cola across the ASEAN & South Pacific region, Adam is responsible for translating and elevating global core creative ideas regionally and locally, wrangling agencies around the world, and driving thought leadership across the business. S…

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24. Pivoting with Purpose: Career Evolution with Alex Rodriguez of Kingdom Real Estate Investors 29:10

8d ago29:10

29:10

SUMMARY: In this episode of The Ops Experts Club, Ben and Savannah sit down with Alex Rodriguez, a former educator turned marketing professional. Alex shares her unique journey from teaching to working in a dynamic marketing role, highlighting how the skills she honed in the classroom—such as communication, organization, and adaptability—have seaml…

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23. Growing with a Startup as a Project Manager with Kellie Hanno of Pace Morby 25:34

15d ago25:34

25:34

SUMMARY: In this exciting episode of The Ops Experts Clubs Podcast, hosts Terryn and Savannah sit down with Kellie Hanno, the dynamic project manager of Manifest U. Kellie shares her unique journey from healthcare to the fast-paced world of real estate media management, offering a treasure trove of insights into startup life and project management.…

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140: Unleashing your leadership potential with Scott ‘The Boom’ Morrison 1:07:44

22d ago1:07:44

1:07:44

This week, we caught Scott ‘The Boom’ to shake-shake-shake the room. Cutting his teeth at Saatchi and Saatchi, Scott Morrison has run the Nike business at Wieden and Kennedy, and been CMO and Commercial Director at Levi’s, Activision and Diesel. Now he brings the Boom! to brands and leaders to Unblock, Unlock and Unleash commercial, creative or cul…

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22. That's a Cool Tool: OBS Studio, LastPass and Fathom 32:52

23d ago32:52

32:52

SUMMARY: In this episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, we dive into the world of productivity tools, uncovering three gems that can revolutionize your workflow. Join us as we explore OBS Studio, a versatile software ideal for video recording and live streaming, not just for gamers but also for educators and entrepreneurs. Learn how OBS Studio's …

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21. Operating 17 Companies with Josh Bear of WAG 23:19

1M ago23:19

23:19

SUMMARY: Join hosts Aaron, Terryn, and Ben as they delve into the intricate world of business operations with special guest Josh Bear, the COO of WAG. In this compelling episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, Josh offers an insider's perspective on how WAG manages a diverse portfolio of businesses and provides invaluable insights into their innov…

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139: A front row seat at The Howard Gossage Show with ad land greats Steve Harrison and Dave Dye 1:04:23

1M ago1:04:23

1:04:23

This week we sent off a coupon to catch 1960s advertising copywriter, Howard Gossage, through the eyes and work of Steve Harrison and Dave Dye. As a copywriter, Steve tamed more Cannes Lions in his discipline than anyone else in the world. He’s been on the show twice before, once guesting, once hosting, and is a great friend of …Gasp!. Dave is the …

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20. The Other F Word - Franchise! with Jon Ostenson 29:07

1M ago29:07

29:07

SUMMARY: Join us in this episode of The Ops Experts Clubs Podcast as we delve deep into the world of franchising with industry expert Jon Osterson. With over a decade of experience in non-food franchising, Jon shares invaluable insights and strategies that have proven to be game-changers for entrepreneurs looking to break into the market. In this c…

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19. Blazing a Career Path Through Failures and a Can Do Mindset 28:13

2M ago28:13

28:13

SUMMARY: Join us for a captivating follow-up discussion on our recent interview with Gian Lemmi, where we dig deeper into the essence of career growth, adaptability, and the power of embracing failure as a stepping stone to success. In this episode, our hosts unpack key insights from Gian's journey and share personal anecdotes that shed light on th…

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138: [BEST OF] Professor Karen Nelson-Field schools us on all things attention. 44:20

2M ago44:20

44:20

It’s been 5 years since Call to Action® captured our first of what’s now over 130 heroes and allies from the industry front lines to have a chin-wag with. To celebrate, we’re rereleasing a choice cut of our favourite episodes as part of a ‘Best Of’ series. In February 2022, we stuck a fake shark fin on our back and lurked in the waters off Adelaide…

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18. From Tennis Coach to Social Media Maven: Gian Lemmi's Journey with Jon Acuff 26:32

2M ago26:32

26:32

SUMMARY: In this episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, hosts Aaron Terryn and Ben sit down with Gian Lemmi, social media and project manager for Jon Acuff. Gian shares his remarkable journey from being a college tennis coach to landing a role with one of the biggest names in the industry. During the interview, Gian reveals how he started his own…

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17. Streamlining Collaboration: Exploring Markup.io 24:19

2M ago24:19

24:19

SUMMARY: In this episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, hosts Terryn, Ben, and Savannah delve into the realm of collaborative tools, spotlighting Markup.io as their latest discovery. From the outset, the hosts express their enthusiasm for innovative solutions in the ever-expanding toolkit of modern professionals. Terryn shares his encounter with …

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137: Meet Mr Gammon, the costume designer behind the award-winning Guinness ‘Sapeurs’ and ‘plug boy’ in the Sainsbury’s Christmas ad. 1:12:26

2M ago1:12:26

1:12:26

This week, we scoured wardrobes far and wide to catch a man who has dressed rock icons, Sapeurs of the Congo, a blue monster for Ed Sheeran, and even ‘plug boy’ from the Sainsbury’s Christmas ad; Mr Gammon. Costume designer, fashion stylist, and distinctive English gent, Mr Gammon is the go-to guy for creatively styled costumes. Whether it’s dressi…

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16. Turning Chaos into Opportunity with Marc Jeffery 25:36

2M ago25:36

25:36

SUMMARY: In this captivating episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, hosts Terryn, Ben and Savannah sit down with Marc Jeffery, Chief Strategy Officer to Dharius Daniels, for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and the power of recognizing opportunities in chaos. Marc shares his journey from working for Bishop Jakes at th…

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15. Scaling Success: Insights on Growth, Hiring From Within, and Operations Mastery 21:43

3M ago21:43

21:43

SUMMARY: Jump into a dynamic episode of The Ops Experts Club podcast with Savannah, Terryn, and Ben as they reflect on their conversation with Kimberly Remedies of Rainmaker Family. They share key takeaways on driving business growth, from the art of implementing robust systems to enhancing customer experiences and the strategic benefits of hiring …

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14. From Yes Girl to Ops Expert: Kimberly Remedies' Journey with Rainmaker Family 26:38

3M ago26:38

26:38

On this episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, hosts Terryn, Ben, and Savannah welcome Kimberly Remedies to share her remarkable journey from being the go-to "yes girl" to becoming an operational linchpin at Rainmakers. Kimberly opens up about her path of personal and professional development in the world of online entrepreneurship. Kimberly's ta…

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136: [BEST OF] Legendary copywriter and Creative Director, George Tannenbaum, vents eloquent fire on the state of the industry. 1:22:43

3M ago1:22:43

1:22:43

It’s been 5 years since Call to Action® captured our first of what’s now over 130 heroes and allies from the industry front line to have a chin-wag with. The show is still very much like Pokémon Go, with the single but vital exception that it’s not a short-term bandwagon of shite. And to celebrate, we’re rereleasing a choice cut of our favourite ep…

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13. Mastering Fast-Paced Operations: Strategies for Work-Life Balance and Setting Boundaries 17:26

3M ago17:26

17:26

Step into the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship with The Ops Experts Club Podcast, where hosts Aaron, Terryn, and Ben dissect their conversation with Jaime Gniewosz. Jaime, hailing from an extensive background in corporate HR to now thriving in the entrepreneurial ecosystem with Pedro Adeo's team, shares her pivotal shift towards the Minimal Via…

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12. Balancing Agility and Boundaries: Insights from Jaime Gniewosz on Entrepreneurship 26:00

3M ago26:00

26:00

Step into the world of operations with Ben Clatterbuck and Savannah Newton on this episode of The Ops Experts Club podcast, for a journey through Pedro Adao's entrepreneurial landscape, featuring insights from Jaime Gniewosz. In a chat, Jaime navigates her shift from corporate structure to entrepreneurial freedom, unveiling the adaptations that fue…

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135: [BEST OF] A masterclass in managing distinctive brand assets with Jenni Romaniuk of the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute. 1:03:24

4M ago1:03:24

1:03:24

This year marks 5 years since our maiden episode launched in 2019. And to celebrate Call to Action® turning 5, we’ve asked the …Gasp! team to rummage through all 130 episodes to re release some of their favourites. In June 2020, we cast a net off the coast of Adelaide and caught one of the globe’s greatest researchers, Jenni Romaniuk, for her first…

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11. Maximizing Impact: The Role of Executive Assistants and Insights from Eliza Goldhardt’s Journey 20:29

4M ago20:29

20:29

Dive into the empowering journey of Eliza Goldhardt on The Ops Experts Club Podcast, where hosts Aaron, Terryn, and Ben revisit their conversation from episode 5. Eliza, with her rich career across various sectors, embodies the essence of versatility and determination, making her story an inspiration for anyone aiming to carve a multifaceted profes…

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10. Redefining Executive Assistance: Elevating Support Roles in the Corporate World with Nicole Margaret 26:12

4M ago26:12

26:12

SUMMARY: Dive into the world of executive support with Nicole Margaret on The Ops Experts Club Podcast, where hosts Aaron and Ben uncover the art and strategy behind being a top-tier Executive Assistant. Nicole, who expertly navigates the demands of supporting the CEO and COO of GrowRev Marketing Inc., shares how her diverse background, including a…

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9. Balancing Leadership and Parenthood: Navigating Work-Life Integration 27:40

4M ago27:40

27:40

SUMMARY: Are you navigating the complex world of balancing a thriving career with parenthood? In this episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, hosts Aaron and Savannah dive deep into the realities of managing professional excellence alongside parenting. Savannah shares her personal story, revealing the highs and lows of leading at Collab Team while…

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134: Dissecting ad land’s WORST Super Bowl in years with Andrew Tindall of System1 56:28

4M ago56:28

56:28

This week, we posed as a wide receiver to catch ad land’s premier Super Bowl pundit, Andrew Tindall, to tell us which of this year’s cohort of cost-the-earth commercials were MVPs…and which fumbled the ball. A man who hadn’t slept in days, we snared Andrew straight from System1’s Super Bowl “war room”. After spending the past week testing the ads o…

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8. Redefining Leadership: Jess Andrews' Inspiring Transition to the Top of Executive Excellence 28:52

4M ago28:52

28:52

SUMMARY: In this episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, join hosts Aaron, Terryn, and Savannah as they converse with Jess Andrews, COO of Advance Your Reach. Jess narrates her remarkable transition from the oil and gas sector to leading Eternal Ventures, embodying the shift from a hands-on role to strategic leadership. Jess discusses the signific…

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133: 10,634 brilliant marketers listened to our maiden episode with Richard Shotton. Now he’s back, almost exactly 5 years and 1 book better. 58:15

4M ago58:15

58:15

Go, Shotton, it’s our birthday, we gon’ podcast like it’s our birthday. This week, we claimed that 50 Cent is better than 49 Cent to coax out and catch a man who knows his onions on the ‘left hand digit effect’; Richard Shotton. In February 2019, Richard agreed to be our inaugural guest to launch the Call to Action® podcast. Almost exactly 5 years,…

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7. Scaling Success: Essential Business Tools for Growth with The Ops Experts Club 26:29

4M ago26:29

26:29

Are you leveraging the right tools to elevate your business operations, or are you missing out on key opportunities for growth? In this episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, Terryn and Ben delve into their collaboration with Darren from Prime Corporate Services to explore essential business tools. Discover how Salesforce plays a crucial role in …

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2. From Nursing to Numbers: Tabby Kler's Inspiring Leap into Accounting Leadership 26:50

5M ago26:50

26:50

Dive into a unique career transformation on The Ops Experts Club Podcast, where hosts Aaron, Terryn, and Savannah chat with Tabby Kler, Accounting Manager at Eternal Ventures LLC. From nursing school to a leading role in accounting, Tabby's journey under Pete Vargas III's mentorship reveals the power of embracing change in one's career. In this epi…

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4. Mastering Project Management: A Deep Dive into Monday vs. Asana with The Collab Team 22:50

5M ago22:50

22:50

Join Terryn and Savannah on The Ops Experts Club Podcast as they compare two giants of project management: Monday and Asana. They share personal experiences and dissect key features, providing insights into how each platform suits different project needs. This episode blends practical tips with real-world stories, offering a fresh perspective on na…

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3. Scheduler Showdown & AI Innovation: Navigating the Future of Operations 23:51

5M ago23:51

23:51

In the latest episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, Aaron, Terryn, and Savannah ignite a heated debate on the best scheduling tools: Calendly vs. Schedule Once. They dissect the nuances and user experiences of these platforms, offering insights to enhance your time management. The conversation then shifts to the fascinating world of AI, explorin…

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5. Shifting Gears: Eliza's Journey from Tech to Auto and Transforming Workplace Culture 25:35

5M ago25:35

25:35

In the fast-paced business world, understanding the power of intentional transitions can be a game-changer. This episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast brings you an engaging conversation with Eliza, the dynamic Executive Assistant at Prime Corporate Services, who made a remarkable shift from tech to the automotive industry and is now making waves…

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1. Revolutionizing Operations: Transformative Strategies for Business Growth with Darren Jaynes 27:34

5M ago27:34

27:34

Are you maximizing your business's operational potential or just skating by with what's familiar? In today's competitive landscape, staying in your comfort zone could mean missing out on exponential growth. This episode of The Ops Experts Club Podcast, featuring Darren Jaynes, COO of Prime Corporate Services, challenges you to rethink your approach…

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6. Digital Evolution: Mastering Operational Excellence with Savannah and Ben Clatterbuck 24:19

5M ago24:19

24:19

Welcome to a special episode of The Ops Experts Club podcast! In this exclusive interview, our guest host, Ben Clatterbuck, sits down with Savannah, a vital member of the Collab team specializing in operations. Savannah shares her journey from the retail and nonprofit sectors to mastering customer experiences in the digital era, with her background…

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132: Feel better about marketing™ with Call to Action® [TRAILER] 1:24

5M ago1:24

1:24

Feel better about marketing™ The go-to podcast for anyone trying to make sense of the world of marketing, business and beyond. In an industry that is a minefield of utter bollocks, we aim to capture our heroes and allies from the front line to have a chin-wag with. It’s like Pokémon Go, with the single but vital exception that it’s not a short-term…

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131: [BEST OF] What Morph is really like - Gavin Strange, Director & Designer at Aardman Animations. 1:15:45

5M ago1:15:45

1:15:45

This year marks 5 years since our maiden episode with Richard Shotton in February 2019. To celebrate Call to Action® turning 5, we asked the …Gasp! team to rummage through all 130 episodes for us to re-release some of their favourites. Back in January 2020, we kicked off the year with fizzy, fuzzy energy. The fizz and fuzz faded come March 2020, bu…

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130: Taking aim at Amazon: Why physical retail will ALWAYS beat online with BOXPARK & Boxfresh founder Roger Wade. 51:37

5M ago51:37

51:37

This week, Call to Action® laid bait in a box trap to lure and snare our maiden catch of 2024, Roger Wade. First founding Boxfresh, a pioneering British streetwear brand, he went on to transform a patch of wasteland to create the world’s first pop-up dining and shopping destination, BOXPARK, in the heart of London’s Shoreditch. Today, Roger is putt…

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The Ops Experts Club Podcast - COMING SOON! 0:51

6M ago0:51

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Welcome to the Ops Experts Club Podcast! (Early 2024) What does it take to run 7 and 8 Figure privately launched businesses? It takes a lot more than one entrepreneur - it takes a team of people who can get granular enough to push the overall vision forward. Aaron, Terryn and Savannah have supported big name entrepreneurs such as: Pete Vargas III, …

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129: How NOT to use AI as a strategist with Julian Cole, Strategy Finishing School 58:24

6M ago58:24

58:24

This week, we used plenty of plaid to lure and poach the planning pro in patterned shirts, Julian Cole. Strategy consultant to leading brands like Uber, Apple, Facebook and ex-Head of Comms Planning at BBDO and BBH, Julian noticed the void of proper education for the role and started the Strategy Finishing School. Putting an end to impostor syndrom…

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128: How Taskmaster creator Alex Horne keeps coming up with sensationally silly tasks 49:18

6M ago49:18

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This week, we gave ourselves 50 minutes and the task to catch master of mirth, Alex Horne. Comedian, frontman of six-piece band The Horne Section, and sensationally silly sod, Alex is best known for creating and co-hosting cult TV show, Taskmaster. Alongside Greg Davies, the only man in comedy big enough to call him ‘Little’ Alex Horne, he tests th…

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127: The current state of creativity in advertising with Alex Jenkins, Contagious 54:14

7M ago54:14

54:14

This week, we went meep meep past Contagious HQ to catch an ACME wielding Alex Jenkins. As Managing Partner at Contagious, Alex’s industry knowledge encompasses a treasure trove of past campaigns, current narratives, and future predictions. Part editorial, part consultancy, part research, Contagious believes in the best version of our industry, one…

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126: Why hope exists in the form of psychedelics with behavioural science leader & Nudgestock host, Tara Austin 1:08:45

8M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

This week, darling, we dangled a bit of Bolly to lure and ensnare the Absolutely Fabulous, Tara Austin. Behavioural science leader, Nudgestock host, and Rory Sutherland wrangler, Tara’s been on the frontline of the applied B.S. revolution for over a decade. More recently she’s turned ‘psychedelic evangelist’, lobbying to change the UK's approach to…

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125: How Lucky Saint is using brand codes to become iconic with Emily Laws, Head of Brand 1:08:52

8M ago1:08:52

1:08:52

This week we led Lucky Saint’s Head of Brand, Emily Laws, not into temptation but into Call To Action's recording studio. With marketing chops spanning a decade in brand management, PR, and brand activation, Emily is currently breaking rules and honouring traditions at the helm of the UK’s Number 1 Dedicated Alcohol-Free Beer. We get in a round of …

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124: Mind Your Business: Startle [Episode 3 of 3] 32:20

8M ago32:20

32:20

This week, in a world where most businesses blend together like a briefcase filled with slightly smaller briefcases, we’re seeking out the business leaders who are standing out in their sector, and doing things very much their own way. Mind Your Business is the sponsored spin-off of Call to Action® that gives inspiring, unusual or simply very lik…

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124: Mind Your Business: Startle [Episode 2 of 3] 30:38

8M ago30:38

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This week, in a world where most businesses blend together like a briefcase filled with slightly smaller briefcases, we’re seeking out the business leaders who are standing out in their sector, and doing things very much their own way. Mind Your Business is the sponsored spin-off of Call to Action® that gives inspiring, unusual or simply very lik…

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124: Mind Your Business: Startle [Episode 1 of 3] 32:17

8M ago32:17

32:17

This week, in a world where most businesses blend together like a briefcase filled with slightly smaller briefcases, we’re seeking out the business leaders who are standing out in their sector, and doing things very much their own way. Mind Your Business is the sponsored spin-off of Call to Action® that gives inspiring, unusual or simply very lik…

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123: A masterclass in Proper Marketing with Tourism Australia CMO, Susan Coghill 56:46

8M ago56:46

56:46

This week we travelled home and away to catch Tourism Australia’s Chief Marketing Officer, Susan Coghill. Using the power of creativity to build brands, drive business, and shape culture, Susan is a proper marketer tasked with tempting tourists to the land of kangaroos and Kylie. And we were lucky, lucky, lucky enough to talk to her on a ton of top…

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122: Why we're wrong to think of ourselves as individuals with the HERDmeister, Mark Earls 1:43:11

9M ago1:43:11

1:43:11

This week, we followed the HERDmeister to find and catch behavioural science buff, Mark Earls. Dubbed by DO Lectures as “Britain’s answer to Malcolm Gladwell…without the hair”, Mark is a prolific thinker, recovering account planner and best-selling writer. We shoot the breeze on the intimidatingly smart Paul Feldwick, being public enemy no. 1 in th…

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