Two Blokes One Business

Harvey Rivers & Adam Powell

Two Blokes One Podcast is for Entrepreneurs who want to turn their big ideas into bigger results. Join your hosts Harvey Rivers and Adam Powell - two ex-pro footballers who built and scaled an award-winning recruitment agency (Harwell Consulting) in record time. Each week, they bring you unfiltered conversations and insights with industry leaders, successful entrepreneurs, and performance experts - who share actionable strategies you can implement immediately to scale and optimise your business. Whether you're dreaming of starting a business, in the early stages of your entrepreneurial journey, or scaling an existing company, you'll get practical insights on: • Building high-performance teams • Effective marketing & personal branding • Sales systems that actually work • Leadership, recruitment, & team management • Cold outreach strategies • Mindset & personal development • Business growth tactics Join the lads as they break down the exact blueprints, frameworks, and methods that transformed their startup into a thriving enterprise. New episodes every week.  Follow now for actionable business insights from founders still in the trenches.

  1. 2D AGO

    How To Know If Entrepreneurship Is Actually For You

    Are you actually cut out to be an entrepreneur… or are you better off staying employed? In this episode, we’re unpacking the REAL traits of successful entrepreneurs, the mindset required to start and grow a business, and business ownership vs a traditional career. We’re also exploring the psychological side of entrepreneurship, including fear, self-doubt, responsibility, discipline, and the reality of living without a safety net. Inspired by lessons seen in high performers like Alex Hormozi, Steven Bartlett, and Tony Robbins, you’ll hear what separates people who think about starting a business from those who actually build one. Tune in to hear about: 👉How to tell if you’re wired for entrepreneurship 👉Signs you should (or shouldn’t) start a business 👉The difference between a job, a career, and a calling 👉Why being “comfortable” can be more dangerous than being unhappy 👉Entrepreneur mindset vs employee mindset 👉The real stress and responsibility of business ownership 👉High-performance habits that transfer into entrepreneurship 👉Why discipline beats motivation in business 👉How belief, action, and results create momentum If you’ve ever wondered “Should I start a business?”, felt stuck in a comfortable job, or questioned whether you have what it takes to succeed in entrepreneurship - this conversation is for you. Key moments: 00:02:40 The no-drinking experiment 00:10:40 Am I cut out to be an entrepreneur? 00:13:40 Why people jump into entrepreneurship 00:17:00 The Region Beta Paradox explained 00:23:40 Essential traits that predict business success 00:31:00 The framework for momentum 00:41:00 Skills you need versus skills you can learn 00:47:00 Decision-making difference 00:52:00 Why life outside work determines success inside it Whether you're considering leaving your job to start a business, already in the early stages of entrepreneurship, or simply curious about what business ownership is really like… You’ll walk away with clarity on whether this path fits your personality, lifestyle, and long-term goals. - 👉Connect with us https://www.instagram.com/twoblokesonebusiness https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-blokes-one-business-podcast - Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL. HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce. Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team. 👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business? Get in touch with Adam, Harvey, and the team at HARWELL. https://www.harwellconsulting.com.au/

    58 min
  2. JAN 27

    Why Insecurity Creates High Achievers (And Why It Eventually Breaks Them) | Lewis Huckstep

    If your success is fuelled by pressure, fear, or proving you’re “enough,” - burnout is inevitable. Mindset coach Lewis Huckstep joins the lads to pull back the curtain on the psychology of insecurity-driven success, hustle culture, trauma, and what it actually takes to build a fulfilling life (without burning yourself out). Tune in to hear about: ✅Why insecurity is one of the most powerful fuels for high achievement ✅Hustle culture vs healing: when the grind works (and when it destroys you) ✅External success vs internal fulfillment ✅How childhood trauma shapes ambition, drive, and self-sabotage ✅Why high achievers sabotage relationships, health, and happiness ✅How to build success that doesn’t consume you ✅Purpose, values, and aligned ambition ✅Why fulfillment doesn’t come from “bigger goals” Listen now to discover your core wound and turn it into unstoppable purpose. Key moments: 00:01:00 The Insecure High Achiever Problem 00:07:00 How Trauma Shows Up In Relationships 00:13:00 Finding Purpose From Your Wounds 00:17:30 Live Core Wound Exercise 00:29:00 Building An Inspired Life 00:38:00 Lewis's Burnout Story 00:44:30 Growing To Nearly 1M Followers 00:51:00 Balancing Business And Fatherhood 00:57:40 Parenting As The Ultimate Mirror 01:06:00 Why Society Keeps Us Stuck Whether you're grinding toward your first million or questioning why success hasn't made you happy yet, this conversation offers a blueprint for sustainable achievement. - 👉Connect With Lewis: https://www.lewishuckstep.com https://www.instagram.com/lewishuckstep  - 👉Connect with us https://www.instagram.com/twoblokesonebusiness https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-blokes-one-business-podcast - Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL. HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce. Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team. 👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business? Get in touch with Adam, Harvey, and the team at HARWELL. https://www.harwellconsulting.com.au/

    1h 14m
  3. JAN 20

    What No One Warns You About When You Start Scaling

    Scaling a business sounds exciting… until you’re the bottleneck, hiring feels risky, and imposter syndrome hits you in the face every single day. In this episode of Two Blokes One Business, we break down exactly what it’s like to grow a recruitment business, hire the right people, and build systems without burning out. From hiring new team members and reducing key person risk, to battling imposter syndrome, building systems, and learning when to let go — this is a behind-the-scenes look at growing a recruitment business without burning out. We break down: ✅Why hiring is the hardest (and most important) part of scaling ✅The real mistakes founders make when growing too quickly ✅How offshore and remote hires can outperform local hires ✅Why documenting SOPs and onboarding properly changes everything ✅How imposter syndrome actually means you’re growing ✅The mindset shift from “doing everything” to building leverage ✅Energy management, deep work, and why time off matters ✅What “Full Hammer” really means for business and life Listen to this episode if you want to learn how to push through your current business ceiling - without burning out in the process. Key moments: 00:05:40  The Full Hammer Philosophy 00:10:00  Three New Hires Starting 00:22:40  AI Implementation Progress 00:25:00  Key Person Risk Problem 00:29:20  SOP Documentation Lessons 00:31:00  Imposter Syndrome Reframe 00:39:20  End Goal for Harwell Group 00:46:40  Looking Up vs Looking Down 00:50:40  85-Year-Old Reflection Test If you’re thinking about: ✔️ Scaling your business ✔️ Hiring your first (or next) employee ✔️ Moving from employee to entrepreneur ✔️ Building systems and processes ✔️ Creating long-term freedom through business …this episode is for you. - 👉Connect with us https://www.instagram.com/twoblokesonebusiness https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-blokes-one-business-podcast - Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL. HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce. Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team. 👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business? Get in touch with Adam, Harvey, and the team at HARWELL. https://www.harwellconsulting.com.au/

    52 min
  4. JAN 13

    "I Felt Empty at the Top" - Alex Rance’s Candid Confession About High Performance

    What happens when you reach the top… and still feel empty? In this powerful episode, former AFL star Alex Rance unpacks life after elite sport, the cost of high performance, and how he rebuilt his identity, purpose, and business - after leaving professional football. We explore themes every high achiever, entrepreneur, and career professional faces. Which mean you’ll hear about burnout, imposter syndrome, work-life balance, and the never-ending chase for more. Tune in to discover: ✅ Why success without purpose can feel empty ✅ The hidden cost of being “all in” on your goals ✅ Navigating identity loss after elite performance ✅ How to find balance between business & family ✅ The truth about momentum, burnout & fulfillment ✅ How to evaluate opportunities and avoid distraction ✅ Traits that will ALWAYS lead to success (in any era) This episode gives you unique insights on purpose-driven entrepreneurship, self-awareness, and redefining success on your own terms. Key moments: 00:05:00 Finding Balance Between Ambition and Family 00:09:00 The Deathbed Test 00:13:00 What Financial Freedom Is Really About 00:19:20 Identity Change After Career Shifts 00:28:00 The 5-10 Degree Pivot Principle 00:34:00 Kids vs Business 00:45:40 The Thoughts-Feelings-Actions Loop 00:55:40 Momentality: Owning Micro-Moments 01:03:00 Sleep as the Ultimate Performance Lever 01:08:00 One Practical Step to Take Today Listen now to discover the simple framework that helps you define success on your own terms. - 👉Connect with us https://www.instagram.com/twoblokesonebusiness https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-blokes-one-business-podcast - Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL. HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce. Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team. 👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business? Get in touch with Adam, Harvey, and the team at HARWELL. https://www.harwellconsulting.com.au/

    1h 15m
  5. JAN 6

    We Failed Every Resolution Until We Discovered This Three-Step Framework

    Ready to make 2026 the year that actually changes you? Tune in and steal the exact framework we use to go full hammer every single year. Your future self will thank you. In this episode of Two Blokes One Business, we break down why most New Year’s resolutions fail and how to actually build discipline (not just motivation). You’ll also hear the practical systems we use to stay consistent when life gets hectic. If you’ve ever started strong in January and then faded by February, this episode is for you. We cover: ✅The real reason your motivation disappears ✅How to set goals that actually stick ✅Habit stacking + reducing friction ✅Accountability (and why a competitive mate helps) ✅Confidence after failure ✅Balancing business growth with being present at home Key moments: 00:08:40 No Alcohol for 2026 00:13:00 Why January Motivation Fails 00:18:00 Identity Over Outcomes 00:21:40 Dopamine and High Achievers 00:28:40 Tactics for Bad Days 00:33:00 Mindfulness and Presence 00:42:40 The Three-Step Framework 00:45:40 Moving Goalposts Trap 00:56:00 Listener Q&A  January motivation is a trap - tune in for what really works. - 👉Connect with us https://www.instagram.com/twoblokesonebusiness https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-blokes-one-business-podcast - Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL. HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce. Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team. 👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business? Get in touch with Adam, Harvey, and the team at HARWELL. https://www.harwellconsulting.com.au/

    1h 11m
  6. 12/16/2025

    REVEALED: The Recruitment Agent Institute - Earn $30k a month

    What if you didn’t have to start again, take a pay cut, or go backwards to completely change your life? In this episode of the Two Blokes One Business Podcast, Adam Powell and Harvey Rivers officially announce the launch of the Recruitment Agent Institute (RAI). The Recruitment Agent Institute is an education platform designed to give career-changers the knowledge, tools, and frameworks we’ve used at Harwell - so they can earn up to $30k a month, working part-time hours. Tune in to discover: ✅Why recruitment is one of the most underrated high-income business models ✅How industry experts can outperform traditional recruiters from day one ✅How to monetise your experience, network, and credibility ✅What 30k+ months in recruitment actually look like ✅The truth about sales, recruitment, and problem-solving ✅Why job security is a myth (and what real security looks like) ✅How the Recruitment Agent Institute works and who it’s built for If you’ve ever thought, “I’m capable of more” but felt trapped by responsibilities, this episode is for you. Key moments: 00:03:00 Harvey's Wedding Day 00:07:40 Investment Property Announcement 00:11:40 The New Business Tease 00:16:20 RAI Official Reveal 00:22:20 The Career Trap Problem 00:29:00 The $30K Monthly Baseline 00:37:00 Freedom Beyond Money 00:41:00 The Sales Myth Busted 00:51:00 $100K Week From Inbound 01:03:00 Founding Member Slots Open 👉Interested in the Recruitment Agent Institute? Send the word “FOUNDING” to one of the Instagram profiles below: https://www.instagram.com/harveyriversofficial/ https://www.instagram.com/thats.adampowell/ The first 20 founding member slots are now open. - 👉Connect with us https://www.instagram.com/twoblokesonebusiness https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-blokes-one-business-podcast - Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL. HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce. Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team. 👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business? Get in touch with Adam, Harvey, and the team at HARWELL. https://www.harwellconsulting.com.au/

    1h 8m
  7. 12/09/2025

    How Cancer At 11 Gave Her A Fearless Business Mindset | Niamh Sullivan

    Niamh Sullivan left her “dream job” at Channel 7, built a creative agency with global clients like Meta - and did it by leading with purpose. Today, we’re exploring what it really takes to leave your career, survive chaos, and scale a founder-led brand that stands out in any market. You’ll hear Niamh’s incredible and unexpected journey - from surviving cancer as a child to launching a thriving business that works with global brands. Tune in to discover: ✅How to start a business that aligns with your purpose ✅Why founder-led branding is the future ✅The mindset shift needed to quit your “dream job” ✅What creative entrepreneurs MUST focus on to stand out ✅Delegation, systems & scaling as a service-based business ✅How to create a culture that clients and employees LOVE Whether you're in the early days of launching your business or considering a bold career pivot, this episode will inspire you to trust your gut, lead with authenticity, and build something that truly reflects who you are. Key moments: 00:02:00 Defining clear brand foundations 00:05:00 The shift to founder-led content 00:08:00 Balancing boss mode with banter 00:10:20 One thing creatives must do first 00:12:40 Why ego caps your growth 00:17:00 Surviving cancer at age 11 00:21:00 How near-death shapes decisions 00:26:00 Landing the Channel Seven dream 00:33:00 Ignoring doubters and trusting yourself 00:41:00 Removing the fear of change 00:46:40 Building brand foundations from scratch 00:53:00 Cold pitching to land Meta as a client 01:01:00 The final advice: it's not that serious If you've been waiting for the "right time" to make your move, this conversation will show you why that moment is already here. - 👉Connect With Niamh Suillivan https://www.linkedin.com/in/niamhsullivan https://infixstudio.com/ - 👉Connect with us https://www.instagram.com/twoblokesonebusiness https://www.linkedin.com/company/two-blokes-one-business-podcast - Adam Powell & Harvey Rivers are the founders of HARWELL. HARWELL. are renowned in the recruiting space - specialising in finding top talent within the Construction, Accountancy & Finance & Labour Hire sectors. Along with eCommerce. Their award-winning concierge approach is helping companies attract exceptional talent to their team. 👉Want help finding exceptional talent for your business? Get in touch with Adam, Harvey, and the team at HARWELL. https://www.harwellconsulting.com.au/

    1h 6m

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Two Blokes One Podcast is for Entrepreneurs who want to turn their big ideas into bigger results. Join your hosts Harvey Rivers and Adam Powell - two ex-pro footballers who built and scaled an award-winning recruitment agency (Harwell Consulting) in record time. Each week, they bring you unfiltered conversations and insights with industry leaders, successful entrepreneurs, and performance experts - who share actionable strategies you can implement immediately to scale and optimise your business. Whether you're dreaming of starting a business, in the early stages of your entrepreneurial journey, or scaling an existing company, you'll get practical insights on: • Building high-performance teams • Effective marketing & personal branding • Sales systems that actually work • Leadership, recruitment, & team management • Cold outreach strategies • Mindset & personal development • Business growth tactics Join the lads as they break down the exact blueprints, frameworks, and methods that transformed their startup into a thriving enterprise. New episodes every week.  Follow now for actionable business insights from founders still in the trenches.