Big Mistake

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Welcome to Big Mistake the podcast that unpacks the failures and mistakes of top professionals. So to make us (and hopefully you) feel better about the mistakes we make in our careers and lives, we’ll be talking with high performers to understand the behind-the-scenes (and less glamourous moments) of the business world. See you in there! Miriam & Anna

  1. 05/04/2025

    #26 - Bindi Norwell (CEO of ProCare Health) — Strategy that sticks, grit when it counts, and the power of momentum.

    In this episode, we talk with Bindi Norwell, CEO of ProCare Health, about: Saying yes before you feel ready — and why it mattersWhat makes strategy succeed (or fail) in the real worldLeading through crises and health sector reformHow grit, purpose, and discomfort shape great leadershipRethinking flexibility, accountability, and the future of work Bindi Norwell: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bindi-norwell/

    1h 17m

  2. 02/09/2025

    #25 - Jim Penman (CEO of Jim's Group) — How to save civilisation, character over qualifications, and life with 10 children.

    Jim Penman runs the largest franchise chain in Australia, Jim’s Group. In this episode, we chat about: Life with 10 childrenSurprising and simple way to save civilisationSystems as an alternative to judgmentCharacter over qualificationsThe flaws of the education systemRejectionYouthful naivety Jim Penman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejimpenman/

    1h 24m

  3. 10/30/2024

    #24 - Derek Sivers (author of philosophy and entrepreneurship) — The pursuit of less, mistakes vs accidents, and mentorship without mentors.

    Derek Sivers has been a musician, circus performer, entrepreneur, and speaker. Today, he is a slow thinker, explorer, author and xenophile. In this episode we chat about: Minimalism in business and life: why happiness comes from needing less, not having more How to get world-class mentorship without any mentors The difference between a mistake and an accident The truth about busyness Clarifying the "hell yeah or no" philosophy Self-reliance and trusting your gut Derek Sivers: https://sive.rs/

    1h 43m

  4. 10/20/2024

    #23 - Strahan Wallis (Senior Counsel at Wallis & Co.) — Fessing up, raising resilient kids, and trusting one's instincts.

    In this episode with Strahan Wallis, Senior Counsel at Wallis & Co., and ex-CEO of Clemenger Group, we chat about: How a tiny misprint (nearly) had a big fallout Crisis management strategies: Owning mistakes, fessing up quickly, and how organisations can recover from public errors. Raising resilient children Trusting one's instincts vs listening to external advice Strahan Wallis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/strahanwallis/

    1h 15m

  5. 09/10/2024

    #22 - Rebecca Caughey (Founder of Good Sh*t Soda & Co-Owner of Cook & Nelson) — The hustle, status of sobriety, and the impossible balance.

    In this episode with Rebecca Caughey, the Founder of Good Sh*t Soda & Co-Owner of Cook & Nelson, we talk about: The rise of sobriety and non-alcoholic beverages The burden of saying yes The impossible balance of work and parenthood Career and identity "No" as an opportunity The best tasting, gut happy soda, No Sh*t Soda Rebecca Caughey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-caughey-735a721b8/

    1h 27m

  6. 08/13/2024

    #21 - Hannah McQueen (Founding Director of enable.me) — Company structures, sceptics, and surviving start ups.

    In this episode with enable.me's founding director, Hannah McQueen, we discuss: The surprisingly helpful role of sceptics How mindset and personality influence our financial habits The changing financial conditions of the last 50 years How to effectively manage the influence of minority shareholders The unrelenting challenges of life in a start up Hannah's latest book: Kill Your Mortgage & Sort Your Retirement Hannah McQueen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannahmcqueen/

    1h 17m

  7. 06/11/2024

    #20 - Vanessa Sorenson (Managing Director of Microsoft NZ) — Authenticity vs. professionalism in leadership, overcoming the past, and confidence over ego.

    In this episode with Microsoft New Zealand's Vanessa Sorenson, we discuss: The balance between professionalism and authenticity in leadership Client relationships: the dos and don'ts Confidence and ego The challenge of overcoming a 'past life.' The life-changing magic of frank feedback Vanessa Sorenson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-sorenson-a390001/

    1h 32m

  8. 05/21/2024

    #19 - Simon Taylor (Head of Organisational Effectiveness at Gap) — Culture, mission, vision, and values

    In this episode with New Zealand-born Simon Taylor, we discuss: The parallels between high-performance in sport and high-performance in business The distinct, but often mistaken differences between culture, mission, vision, and values Common mistakes leaders make when undergoing organsiational change The risks and dangers of youthful enthusiasm in business How to conduct an effective organisational survey Simon A. Taylor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonataylor1/ Purchase a copy of Simon's book, Build Smart: A Blueprint for Building a High-Performing Organization, here: https://amzn.asia/d/2Ydbz2P

    1h 18m
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Welcome to Big Mistake the podcast that unpacks the failures and mistakes of top professionals. So to make us (and hopefully you) feel better about the mistakes we make in our careers and lives, we’ll be talking with high performers to understand the behind-the-scenes (and less glamourous moments) of the business world. See you in there! Miriam & Anna

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  • Creator
    Big Mistake
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Explicit
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