62 episodes
Business Builders Podcast Brenton Gowland & Ron Tomlian
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Insights to grow and succeed in business. This podcast has been produced for the South Australian Business Builders Network to provide peer insights about personal development that inspires business growth. The content is relevant for national and global audiences because Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia, where this podcast is produced, has been used as a global test market on several occasions. If your product, service or endeavour works in Adelaide, it is likely that you will be able to make it work anywhere in the world. Therefore the principles that work in Adelaide should also be able to provide you with insights that can help you grow and succeed in a post-pandemic economy.
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The Art of Listening
In this episode, Brenton and Ron continue their series on effective communication by focusing on the fundamental skill of listening. They discuss the significant role listening plays in building strong relationships, making informed decisions, and leading effectively. This episode is full of great examples and straightforward advice that demonstrate why listening is our most important communication tool in both work and life.Key Topics:Benefits of Listening:Understanding others betterBuilding...
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Launch of the Effective Communication Series
In this episode, we're kicking off a new series on Effective Communication by challenging you to benchmark your current skills! Think of it as setting the baseline in a fitness test, where understanding your starting point is the first step towards improvement. In this series, we'll explore why sharpening these skills is beneficial and essential for any business leader. Effective communication can be the bridge between confusion and clarity, the answer to misalignment within teams, and the to...
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Building Mental Fitness with Tim Bishop
With the soaring cost of living and global uncertainties, prioritising our mental health has never been more crucial. In this episode, we're talking with Tim Bishop about the unique pressures in the construction industry and how businesses like his are focusing on developing their staff's mental fitness. A vocal advocate for mental health in the workplace, Tim shares his journey of overcoming a dark period in his work life. He offers insights on building resilience, supporting well-being, and...
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Turning Regrets into Resolutions
Welcome to the first Business Builders episode of 2024! This thought-provoking session revolves around the transformative lessons from one of our reading books from the holidays, ‘The Top Five Regrets of the Dying’, by Bronnie Ware. As we embrace the new year, our hosts delve into how understanding life's deepest regrets can be a powerful catalyst for personal and professional growth.Holiday Reflections: A look at how holiday reading, especially poignant books like ‘The Top Five Regrets...
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Unwrapping the Complexity of Christmas with Samantha Young
Welcome to Episode 58 of the Business Builders Podcast, titled "Unwrapping the Complexity of Christmas with Samantha Young." This episode brings a fresh perspective to the festive season as we delve into the intricacies and challenges that Christmas presents for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Joined by Samantha Young, CEO of Human Psychology, we explore the nuanced aspects of balancing holiday cheer with professional responsibilities.Key Topics:The True Meaning of Christmas: We begin by ...
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What Drives You?
What am I really doing this for? Have you ever asked yourself a question like this? It's a big-picture question, and at some point, we all find ourselves asking it. But how often do we actually take the time to ponder the question? Today, we're exploring the big-picture questions in our lives and how they help us find our Life-Work balance.Key Points & Highlights:A Relatable Query: The episode begins with a familiar scenario: an entrepreneur, amidst a flurry of activity, pausing to questi...