Dr. Jordan Peterson On Driving Business Performance | Be Better Off Show | Complete Guide To People In Business The Be Better Off Show brought to you by Kelly+Partners Accountants presents a live, exclusive and unique interview featuring one of the most intelligent individuals on the planet, Dr. Jordan Peterson. Dr. Jordan Peterson clinical psychol…

They say curiosity killed the cat, but in some cases it can land you game-changing campaigns… Andrew “Billy” Baxter wears many hats. Since encountering his passion for Marketing early on in his career, Andrew has gone on to pursue an immensely successful career with multifaceted titles including: Chair & Non Executive Director, Senior Advisor, Prof…

Are you managing your mental, monetary & physical fitness? If your answer is no, you are not alone. Tim Hewson is an accomplished banking and finance professional on a mission to improve men’s mental health. Rallying your overworked mates to get involved in an activity is only half the battle, the real challenge comes in knowing how to converse, as…

On this week's episode of The Be Better Off Show we share with you a special episode from a Kelly+Partners X Be Better Off. Kelly+Partners X Be Better Off Show live event featuring Dr Shaquille O’Neal gives insight into never heard before stories and lessons from his well documented journey in both business and investing. How much money did Shaquil…

Can you recognise consumer tensions in your target market? Kara Hurry combines creativity with a wealth of international marketing savvy as an authority on consumer trends and more importantly, consumer tension. Knowledge certainly is power and Kara has the knowledge that will help you crack the code on marketing within the tension. In this episode…

Don’t get it wrong! Will shoddy branding be the death of your business? Dan Ratner, founder and CEO of Uberbrand, is the man in the know when it comes to building brands that stand the test of time. With decades of experience, Dan shares the foundational pillars of branding and marketing that not only ensure growth, but also future-proof your busin…

From CEO to Politician, one of the most prominent figures in Australian Security, CEO Daniel Lewkovitz, was frustrated with the political landscape and its impact on businesses nationwide. “You can either rock the boat or go down with it.” Daniel decided to rock the boat when he became the Liberal Democrat candidate for Wentworth, New South Wales. …

Intuition is what differentiates the real entrepreneurs from the pack … From law, to getting his MBA in Europe, to corporate philanthropy and politics - founder and director of Flexirent, now Humm Group, Andrew Abercrombie brings invaluable insight to the #BeBetterOffShow with the key elements of a successful Entrepreneur. In this episode, you’ll l…

Ultimate failure is not having the courage to pursue your ideas… This is coming from an expert in the field of ideas! Join us on the #BeBetterOffShow podcast this week with winner of Best Entrepreneur and Small Business Book 2021, Author and Advisor, Tim Duggan. In this fulfilling chat, you will learn: - The value of having supportive friends in yo…

What happens when you try to compete on price? In today’s episode, James Symond, Co-Founder and Former CEO of Aussie Home Loans joins the Be Better Off Show to explain just that! Tune in to learn: - The implications of competing against large established businesses - How talking about business at the family dinner table can help you succeed - The l…

“Where there’s a universal problem, there’s a big opportunity” This interesting perspective on innovation belongs to Ben Thompson, Founder and CEO of Employment Hero, the all-in-one Cloud based HR Platform. He joins us on this episode of the Be Better Off Show to discuss all things entrepreneurship and employment. Tune in to learn: - Why automation…

If you want to find the right team, build a highly productive workforce, and hire with certainty, good news! There is a way. However it involves looking beneath the surface, to understand your candidates subconscious… With the help from our friends at True Colours People Solutions, in this episode you will learn: - How a scientific survey can reduc…

Across 45 years in business, Bright & Duggan have established themself as Australia’s leader in strata, although like most businesses, it certainly was not an overnight success. On this episode of the Be Better Off Show, we are joined by Group Managing Director, Chris Duggan, to explain the role of strata legislation and its impact on property deve…

From being unable to afford airfares, to having the highest NPS on the ASX, Macquarie Telecom Group has come an incredibly long way over the last 25 years. On this episode of the Be Better Off Show, we are joined by Co-Founder and CEO, David Tudehope, who explains how he and his brother managed to build this business from the ground up. Tune in to …

If you’re seeking a deep analysis into the state of the Australian economy, we can think of no better place to learn than this week’s episode of The Be Better Off Show. As the Business Editor for Sky News Australia, Ross Greenwood is the man to inform you of… - The challenges that have shaken the Australian economy and how the workforce has had to …

An extraordinary journey about finding your path in business with Sean Garlick of Garlo’s Pies! Tune into this episode of The Be Better Off Show to master your mindset around leveraging connections to start a business and… - How to set expectations for people and your staff when processes are unfamiliar - Make great decisions that’ll help grow your…

Pursuing the business of your dreams is no walk in the park, particularly given the competitive nature of the retail, homewares and gifting industry. Tune in to this episode of The Be Better Off Show to learn: - The reality of being a first-generation business owner - About Elie’s journey from knocking door to door to becoming the pioneer of the Au…

Unconventional ideas are the starting point for revolutionary businesses. This episode is a chat with Jane Gleeson-White, author and lecturer who combined her passion for writing, accounting and history to write the award winning book, Double Entry: How the Merchants of Venice Created Modern Finance. Tune into this fascinating episode to find out: …

Unsure where to start with building a name for your business? Tune into this episode of The Be Better Off Show. Season 5 opener to learn: - How to capture a beginners’ mindset when running a business - How to create a brand that brings joy - Giving yourself energy to empower others - Maximising diversity and different perspectives to benefit your b…

Doing what you have always done, will only get you what you have always got! This week, we’re joined by the Founder of Foundr Magazine - Nathan Chan. Nathan, started Foundr to help him find work in Marketing, instead he managed to kick off a global marketing phenomenon. Brett and Nathan chat about scaling up and nurturing your thirst for knowledge …

Being an entrepreneur doesn’t mean you need to be the first person to do something. Anthony McMahon has taken an idea, and reimagined it to create real innovation. This episode is about how to act on great ideas in uncertain times. Don’t miss this episode of The Be Better Off Show with a great businessman who knows how to push out great ideas.…

An unmatched career founding the largest advertising and PR firm in the world, with guidance from the best, this week’s Be Better Off Show is one all about building empires and reputations. Over the years, Sir Martin Sorrell has worn many hats and today, he continues to wow those in the world of advertising. Learn how you can apply his phenomenal m…

Pivoting your business to meet national shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic, raising profits to end extreme poverty and growing a great business! This week’s guest, Daniel Flynn, Co-Founder of Thankyou is doing all 3! Daniel started with bottled water and a goal to make a difference, but since launching in 2008, has achieved so much more. Tune i…

Learn from the remarkable Senator Jim Molan AO DSC, this week’s guest on the show! Retiring as a Major General, he’s a senator with 40 years experience and on top of that, also a best selling author. Senator Molan shares his take on what it means to be a leader and gives us exclusive access into the world of international relations, military mentor…

It’s not all roses now that we’ve reached “Freedom Day” and if the banks, government and customers aren’t in alignment, small businesses will need more than just COVID-19 to go away. While a lot of things are still up in the air, tune into the podcast to hear what the expert Bill Evans, Chief Economist for Westpac Banking Corporation, has to say! I…

A special episode with William Thorndike, founder and a managing director of Housatonic Partners, a private equity firm and someone with a laser focus in all things investing and leadership. Author of The Outsiders: Eight Unconventional CEOs and Their Radically Rational Blueprint for Success, the book has sold over 100,000 copies worldwide and was …

What did Warren Buffett do to become the world’s most successful investor? Tune into this two part special with the best of the best in investment. Lawrence A. Cunningham joins us from Washington DC and shares his insider look into buying stocks, challenging the circle of competence and what it means to build a network of quality shareholders. A mu…

Have a dream. Grow it. Follow that “gut feeling” and become Australia’s most highly awarded distillery. That’s exactly what the Founder of Archie Rose Distilling Co, William Edwards did! As a fresh graduate, Will saw what was missing in Australia’s drinking scene. Unafraid of being bold and innovative, his great idea, born in Sydney, turned into co…

Sometimes life throws hardships our way, which tests our limits. In this special of the Be Better Off Show, Stuart Diver, the General Manager of Thredbo Ski Resort tells his incredible story surviving 65 hours in sub zero temperatures and being the lone survivor of the 1997 Thredbo Landslides. Stuart and Brett also discuss how businesses in some of…

No business is too big to resist change! This week’s inspiring episode is a look into a B Corp certified business that Australians love... Kathmandu. Reuben Casey, CEO of Kathmandu, disagreed with those who didn’t believe in change, and went on to guide the 30 year-old iconic business through some of retail's toughest years. Reuben is a Kiwi who kn…

Consider all the insider information and questions you have about COVID-19, answered! This in-demand chat with Sir Edward Byrne AC, explains what Delta means for small businesses across Australia. Listen to hear what Sir Edward has been seeing as a senior advisor of hospitals globally and what the Australian government needs to do in order to get t…

A simple question that needed solving: “Where can we get a decent beer?” This week’s guest, Jaron Mitchell, tells ‘that’ story. An episode of how hard work truly reigns king, the underestimated value of putting ethical business first, and how Jaron’s idea turned into the award-winning 4 Pines Beer! Listen to this feel good episode to learn how thro…

To successfully pursue a business, you need to have meaning. Jason Graham-Nye is a Sydneysider who moved all the way to the US with his young family. Why? Jason saw the power of a “circular economy” and pivoted to become one of the very first B-Corp certified businesses! As the Co-founder and CEO of gDiapers, he chats to Brett about the future of b…

Building awareness of global warming is one thing, but reducing 21 million tonnes of carbon in your production processes is another. Just to be clear, that’s the equivalent of taking 4500 cars off the road each year! Danielle Statham is the Co-founder and Owner of Good Earth Cotton and FibreTrace. Coming out of highschool, she knew she was destined…

From the Golden Arches to Big Macs, it’s pretty difficult to find someone not familiar with the iconic brand that is McDonalds. In this exciting episode with Andrew Gregory, CEO of McDonalds Australia, we learn how Maccas isn’t just a global icon, but also a local gem! Listen in to hear Andrew’ story which starts in a part-time role and eventuates …

Mentors need to challenge you! Of course it’s easy to be around people that make you feel good about yourself, but the people who push you are the ones who will make you a better person. How can your business improve the employee experience? Give your employees the freedom to make their own decisions. As the CEO of the National Retail Association, …

What is it really like being an entrepreneur growing a business from startup to success? It’s not all glamour and fun says this week’s guest, Irene Falcone, Founder of Sans Drinks. Irene’s success started in her kitchen and in this episode, she shares insights about being a woman in business, managing family priorities and post-sale emotions after …

Every business owner eventually reaches a point where they need to loosen the reins! Tune in to hear the behind the scenes scoop of Julian Parisi’s management of multigenerational ‘Parisi Australia’. Running a successful business is no easy feat - especially when time is literally working against your fresh produce! Add on the expectations of high-…

One of the best decisions you’ll ever make is to back yourself and follow through with the ideas and opportunities that inspire you. The line between when to pivot and when to focus can be blurry, but a great business owner can always identify it. The decision to start a business can be particularly daunting when you’re involved in a successful fam…

Australia, it’s time to work on that business idea you’ve been putting off! This episode is a look into the world of successful start-ups with Rolf Weber. Rolf shares his journey from starting out as an entrepreneur, to his role as Co-Founder and CEO of Marley Spoon Australia. If you want to get into a true entrepreneur’s mindset, listen in to hear…

Does your business support the greater good? After a cycling trip across the US, Geoff Coombes went on to co-found Tour De Cure which is an Australian charity that uses cycling and physical activity to fight towards a cancer-free future. He joins us on this week’s feel-good episode to talk about how businesses can work with their communities on soc…

We should always keep an eye out for gaps in the market! Katarina Kroslakova, Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of the new Australian edition of the New York Times’ T Magazine joins Brett to share her inspirational career journey. This episode is all about the importance of taking new directions in traditional industries. If your business is lacking in…

How does your business truly measure up? How does your mission statement align with ethical goals and targets? In this week’s Be Better Off Show, Andrew Davies joins Brett Kelly just in time for B Corp Month to talk about what it means to be a leader, what employees value in their roles and businesses and how wearing different hats in your career c…

How does a business become both a valuable community asset, and a flourishing venture? This week is an eye opener into how world class art galleries grow from a single vision. Senior Curator of the Museum of Old and Modern Art in Tasmania, Jarrod Rawlins shares how he works to curate an accessible museum experience, how they came to fully embrace c…

We’re back with a fresh look into the property market! The 2021 property market is a risky one but with house prices set to increase and apartments following suit, Brett is joined by Belle Property’s Tim Foote to not only talk about the mechanics of the market, but also how to embrace and lead a goal driven team.…

Season three of the Be Better Off Show kicks off with Australian investment and business icon, Peter Ivany AM. Responsible for transforming Hoyts from a small chain of theatres into a global business across 12 countries and supporting the Sydney Zoo project, if you're looking for insider tips into investing, founder mindsets and business, look no f…

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Peter Kreeft has written ninety-five books after asking himself; What am I good at? What do I love? And what would I like to say? From there, Peter has shared his wisdom through various leadership roles including Philosophy Professor at Boston College which has transformed his outlook on what it means to be good. From being told that he would be th…

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Brett Kelly is joined by Tim Faulkner to talk about his upbringing and how his passion for animal conservation was clear from day one. Now, the Director of The Australian Reptile Park in Somersby, Tim and his team continue to rehabilitate Australia's native animals to create long-term futures for critically endangered species despite the challenge …