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A place for the world’s leading thinkers, planners and doers. The Evolution Partners is a weekly podcast hosted by Brad Giles. Join Brad as he engages in conversations with some of the world’s sharpest minds, learning a bit more about them and delving into what makes them tick.

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E90 | The Money Habit with Mike Michalowicz

Best-selling author Mike Michalowicz returns to explore what sits beneath financial systems: psychology, habits, and the personal behaviours that drive money stress. Mike explains why successful entrepreneurs often struggle with money despite strong businesses, highlighting the tension between business and personal finances. He discusses lifestyle inflation, the myth that growth fixes everything, and why true financial control comes from clarity, intentional habits, and conscious decision-making – allowing business owners to lead calmly, sustainably, and with confidence. Takeaways Money stress comes from habits and psychology not income or intelligence alone. More revenue amplifies existing behaviours, rather than fixing broken financial systems habits. True financial control comes from clarity, intentionality and conscious daily money decisions. Lifestyle creep quietly erodes profitability even as businesses appear successful externally outside. Separating personal and business finances is essential for sustainable leadership and focus. Growth without discipline creates fragility stress and constant reactionary decision making cycles. Profit first reveals underlying problems forcing better pricing cost control and priorities. Financial security allows owners to lead calmly serve clients and think long. Follow Mike Michalowicz https://mikemotorbike.com/ https://mikemichalowicz.com/ Mike’s books The Money Habit: The Worry-Free Way to Financial Independence https://amzn.to/3NrTB2c Profit First https://amzn.to/46hE4JB Clockwork https://amzn.to/46g8ImC All In: How Great Leaders Build Unstoppable Teams https://amzn.to/3TSTnRE The Pumpkin Plan https://amzn.to/4kN1ZE7 Get Different: Marketing That Can't Be Ignored! https://amzn.to/3IXfYtN Surge: Time the Marketplace, Ride the Wave of Consumer Demand, and Become Your Industry's Big Kahuna https://amzn.to/4kSgneC Fix This Next https://amzn.to/417zJ8e The Toilet Paper Entrepreneur https://amzn.to/3TTnsAr The Recession Response https://amzn.to/40xAGqm Books recommended on this episode LAST TIME EP66 Reset: How to change what’s not working by Dan Heath https://amzn.to/4lFr8Ss Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/ Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/ Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster. Bigger isn’t Better, Better is Better: Avoiding the pressure of endless growth to build a better business (and better life) Follow me: on https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles on https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth Enjoying the show? Leave a review Support the show: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionpartnersperth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

27 min
15 FÉVR.

E89 | The End of Abundance: Demographics and the Future of Business

Australia is entering a period of long-term labour scarcity and rapid demographic change driven by ageing, low fertility, and migration-led population growth. Hari Hara Priya Kannan, Chief Data Scientist at The Demographics Group, explains why these shifts matter for business and the economy. She outlines how population trends influence workforce availability, consumer behaviour, and long-term planning, and why these forces are structural rather than temporary. Hari discusses Australia’s increasing cultural diversity, the challenges of attracting and retaining talent, and the growing mismatch between skills supply and demand. She also explores how generational change is reshaping expectations of work, why small businesses can play a critical role in workforce development, and how AI will reshape tasks rather than eliminate jobs, increasing the value of adaptability, judgment, and human skills. Takeaways Australia’s labour shortages are structural, driven by ageing populations and low fertility. Most population growth now comes from migration rather than natural increase. Businesses must plan for constant workforce churn and intensifying competition for talent. Australia’s workforce and consumer base are becoming more multicultural and multi-generational. Younger generations prioritise purpose, flexibility, and alignment over traditional career loyalty. Small businesses can attract talent through authenticity, growth opportunities, and mentorship. AI is replacing tasks, not people, increasing demand for human judgment. Adaptability and continuous learning are essential skills in a rapidly changing economy. Follow Hari Hara Priya Kannan https://www.tdgp.com.au/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/hari-hara-priya-kannan/ Books on this episode Adapt: Mastering change in four steps by Andrea Clarke https://amzn.to/3LtNtFC Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/ Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/ Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster. Bigger isn’t Better, Better is Better: Avoiding the pressure of endless growth to build a better business (and better life) Follow me: on https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles on https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth Enjoying the show? Leave a review Support the show: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionpartnersperth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

41 min
8 FÉVR.

E88 | The Compass Within with Robert Glazer

Robert Glazer is a bestselling author, podcast host, and founder of Acceleration Partners, a global partner marketing agency known for its remote-first approach, values-based culture, and commitment to developing talent. Known for blending strategy with practical leadership, Robert brings a grounded, real-world perspective to conversations about work and life. He explores why so many people operate without clarity, how values are discovered rather than invented, and what happens when work, relationships, and community are no longer aligned. At its core, this is a conversation about self-awareness, intentional leadership, and living with greater consistency and purpose. Takeaways Core values are discovered through reflection, not created through aspiration or external pressure. Misalignment between values and daily decisions quietly erodes satisfaction over time. Clarity about values makes difficult decisions simpler, faster, and more consistent. Negative emotional reactions often reveal values more clearly than positive ideals. Work, relationships, and community must align with values to sustain fulfilment. Crisis often forces value awareness, but intentional reflection prevents unnecessary pain. Authentic leadership begins with understanding personal values, strengths, and limitations. Values-driven choices keep people centred, reducing regret and internal conflict. Follow Robert Glazer https://robertglazer.com/ https://www.accelerationpartners.com/ Robert Glazer’s books: The Compass Within: A Little Story about the Values That Guide Us by Robert Glazer https://amzn.to/4pzAoJn Rethinking Two Weeks' Notice: Changing the Way Employees Leave Companies for the Better by Robert Glazer https://amzn.to/4i636xE Elevate: Push Beyond Your Limits and Unlock Success in Yourself and Others by Robert Glazer https://amzn.to/3R3IjQf Books recommended: The 4-Hour Hour Work Week by Tim Ferris https://amzn.to/48dV4RC Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/ Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/ Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster. Bigger isn’t Better, Better is Better: Avoiding the pressure of endless growth to build a better business (and better life) Follow me: on https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles on https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth Enjoying the show? Leave a review Support the show: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionpartnersperth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

39 min
1 FÉVR.

E87 | The Leadership Skills That Prevent Burnout with Mark Butler

Mark Butler is an expert working at the intersection of psychology and performance. Mark helps leaders and teams perform under pressure while reducing the mental-health risks that quietly undermine results. He’s known for turning complex psychological insights into practical tools leaders can use immediately. His work sits at the forefront of burnout prevention, psychosocial hazard compliance, and sustainable high performance for mid-market, owner-led companies. Mark explains how burnout, performance, and mental health are deeply interconnected, and why leaders often miss the early warning signs in themselves and others. He discusses how creating psychological safety, addressing organisational causes of stress, and focusing on wellbeing as a driver of performance can help leaders build resilient, high-performing teams. Takeaways Burnout is usually an organisational problem, not a personal weakness or failure. Leaders often notice burnout in others long before recognising it in themselves. Emotions drive behaviour, performance, and decision-making more than logic alone. Psychological safety allows teams to speak up before issues become serious. Wellbeing is a stronger predictor of performance than engagement scores. Middle managers play a critical role in identifying psychosocial risks early. Compliance with psychosocial laws can directly improve culture and performance. Adding meaningful play and connection can be more powerful than taking work away. Follow Mark Butler https://www.markbutler.au/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-butler/ mark@markbutler.au Author’s book UP YOURS!: The Pursuit of Radical Self-care by Mark Butler https://amzn.to/3Xd59rH Books recommended Lead from the Heart by Mark C Crowley https://amzn.to/4rhG6kO The Power of Employee Well-Being: Move beyond Engagement to Build Flourishing Teams by Mark C Crowley https://amzn.to/48zmotq Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/ Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/ Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster. Bigger isn’t Better, Better is Better: Avoiding the pressure of endless growth to build a better business (and better life) Follow me: on https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles on https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth Enjoying the show? Leave a review Support the show: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionpartnersperth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

53 min
25 JANV.

E86 | What Australia could learn from the Mittelstand (Summer Series)

Germany’s Mittelstand is the quiet engine of its economy, and Australian mid-market leaders can learn a lot from it. In this last of the summer series Andres Zylberberg, Richard Peake and I examine how these often family-owned firms dominate narrow global niches by focusing on being the best in the world at one thing. They think in decades, not quarters, and build deep capability through apprenticeships and long-term people development. They also grow patiently, prioritising financial discipline over fast expansion and debt-driven scale. Many well-known German brands (like Miele, Stihl and Kärcher) fit this model without being huge corporations. The core lesson for Australia: win through focus, craft, and stewardship – not size. Takeaways Australia can learn from Germany’s Mittelstand by staying focused instead of chasing everything. Thinking long term consistently beats chasing short-term wins and quick growth. Going deep in one niche can still create global relevance and real impact. Patient ambition and discipline matter more than flashy growth or constant expansion. Investing in people and craft builds capability competitors can’t easily copy. Strong financial discipline creates resilience without relying on rapid scale. A stewardship mindset helps leaders build businesses designed to last. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/ Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/ Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster. Bigger isn’t Better, Better is Better: Avoiding the pressure of endless growth to build a better business (and better life) Follow me: on https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles on https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth Enjoying the show? Leave a review Support the show: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionpartnersperth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

41 min
18 JANV.

E85 | Pricing is a Function (Summer Series)

Many leaders avoid pricing decisions due to fear of losing volume, yet pricing has the greatest impact on profitability. Andres Zylberberg, Richard Peake and I continue our summer series on why pricing must be treated as a core business function rather than an ad hoc reaction when profits decline. A critical factor is pricing elasticity: different products and services respond differently to price changes, and profit often sits in low-elasticity areas where prices can increase with minimal volume loss. Structured pricing systems, clear guardrails, regular review cadences, and defined ownership help remove guesswork and fear. Shifting the mindset from cost-plus or fear-based pricing to value-based pricing enables smarter decisions, better conversations, and sustained profit growth. Takeaways Pricing decisions drive profit more than volume, costs, or overhead reductions. Fear of losing volume often causes leaders to delay necessary pricing changes. Different products have different price elasticities, and most leaders misjudge them. Profit often sits in low-elasticity areas where price increases barely affect demand. Clear pricing guardrails remove emotion and improve decision-making across teams. Value-based pricing shifts conversations from discounts to impact and outcomes delivered. Regular pricing reviews create discipline, predictability, and sustained profitability. In this episode, we mention Hermann Simon who is the world’s leading expert on pricing. More information: https://hermannsimon.com/ Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/ Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/ Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster. Bigger isn’t Better, Better is Better: Avoiding the pressure of endless growth to build a better business (and better life) Follow me: on https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles on https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth Enjoying the show? Leave a review Support the show: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionpartnersperth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 min
11 JANV.

E84 | Why Don’t I See A Profit? (Summer Series)

Business owners often feel frustrated when their P&L shows strong profits but there’s little cash in the bank. This disconnect isn’t incompetence or unfairness – it’s a misunderstanding of how cash really flows through a growing business. In this fifth summer series episode, Andres Zylberberg, Richard Peake and I discuss how profit and cash are not the same. Growth itself consumes cash through working capital tied up in inventory, labour, receivables, and timing differences. Relying only on the P&L creates a false sense of security, a “mirage” of sustainability. The real insight comes from understanding cashflow statements, balance sheets, and the cash conversion cycle. With clear management reporting and a customer-funded business model, owners can see where cash is absorbed, regain control, and make smarter decisions that turn paper profits into real, usable cash. Takeaways Profit on paper does not guarantee cash sitting safely in your bank. Revenue growth often consumes cash faster than most business owners realise. Relying only on the P&L creates a dangerous illusion of financial success. Cashflow statements reveal where profitable businesses actually lose usable cash. Working capital quietly bridges the gap between profit figures and cash. Fast growth without cash discipline can turn businesses into cash vacuums. Shortening the cash conversion cycle releases trapped cash for growth. Clear management reporting gives leaders control, confidence, and better decisions. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/ Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/ Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster. Bigger isn’t Better, Better is Better: Avoiding the pressure of endless growth to build a better business (and better life) Follow me: on https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles on https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth Enjoying the show? Leave a review Support the show: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionpartnersperth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

37 min
4 JANV.

E83 | The weekly meeting (Summer Series)

Weekly meetings are the cornerstone of effective execution, yet they often fail by becoming unfocused status updates that drain energy and momentum. When designed well, the weekly meeting creates rhythm, clarity, and accountability, helping teams move faster and avoid surprises at month or quarter end. I’m joined again this episode for our summer series by Andres Zylberberg & Richard Peake. We discuss how effective weekly meetings, over time, build peer accountability and trust, enabling leaders to challenge, support, and align with one another. Rather than adding more meetings, improving the quality of this single meeting can transform execution, focus, and overall business performance. Takeaways Weekly meetings drive execution by aligning priorities, metrics, and decisions every week. Bad meetings drain energy through updates; great meetings create momentum and clarity. Preparation and a clear agenda prevent rabbit holes and unfocused discussion. Weekly meetings should focus on important work, not just urgent activity. Collective decision-making accelerates progress and reduces end-of-quarter surprises. Peer accountability strengthens performance when commitments are visible and tracked. Consistent meeting rhythm builds trust, alignment, and leadership discipline. Better meetings matter more than adding more meetings to the calendar. Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/ Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/ Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process. Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster. Bigger isn’t Better, Better is Better: Avoiding the pressure of endless growth to build a better business (and better life) Follow me: on https://au.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles on https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth Enjoying the show? Leave a review Support the show: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionpartnersperth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 min

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New podcast! The Evolution Partners

Each week Brad talks with the world’s leading thinkers, planners and doers who are helping to build great companies in their own way. We learn how the work they’re doing is creating an impact and get to know a little bit more about them, and what makes them tick. Support the show: https://www.facebook.com/evolutionpartnersperth See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19/05/2024

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A place for the world’s leading thinkers, planners and doers. The Evolution Partners is a weekly podcast hosted by Brad Giles. Join Brad as he engages in conversations with some of the world’s sharpest minds, learning a bit more about them and delving into what makes them tick.

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Evolution Partners
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