How I Made It

With the federal election underway, The Fin podcast fromThe Australian Financial Review is releasing a special weekly podcast for the duration of the campaign called The Fin: Election 2025 Every Tuesday, host Lisa Murray and political editor Phillip Coorey will be joined by AFR’s political experts to break down the critical voter issues, analyse the latest polls and pick out the key battlegrounds. For the latest updates from the campaign trail and best analysis on the political strategies that will influence the result, tune in to The Fin’s political panels from 5pm, Tuesday. The Fin: Election 2025 can be found by searching The Fin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this engaging discussion, brothers Sam and Ryan Kroonenburg share their entrepreneurial journey, building a $2 billion cloud training company from humble beginnings. They delve into the complexities of wealth and happiness, revealing why Sam chooses not to send his kids to private schools despite their success. Listeners gain insights into transforming setbacks into business opportunities and the challenges of balancing family life with entrepreneurship, all while navigating rapidly evolving tech landscapes.

Kerry Harmanis, entrepreneur who sold Jubilee Mines for $3.1 billion, shares his journey from law to mining, discussing strategic decision-making, starting Jubilee Mines, the crucial Cosmos discovery, and the importance of leadership. He also touches on meditation for mental balance, creating wealth, and reflections on personal growth.

Paul Blackburne, a successful property developer, shares his insights on wealth, happiness, and entrepreneurship. He discusses the success trap, diversifying investments into stocks like Afterpay and Bitcoin, and the importance of balancing material possessions with inner contentment. Blackburne also reflects on his real estate development strategy, philanthropy in Cambodia, and challenges misconceptions about Perth's real estate industry.

Richard White, former AC/DC luthier, shares his journey to becoming Australia's 11th richest person. From music dreams to founding Wise Tech Global, he discusses cash flow challenges, ASX listing, global growth strategies, and reflections on entrepreneurship.

Steph Claire Smith, a fitness star and co-founder of a popular wellness app, shares her secrets to building a social media empire. She discusses her journey from a sporty youth in Melbourne to being on the Young Rich List. Steph reveals the challenges of app development and the importance of authenticity in social media. She emphasizes personal growth through self-help books and the transformative power of mentorship as she plans for international expansion. Get inspired by her insights on overcoming struggles and connecting with your audience!

Guest Mark Woodland, founder of a $100m company with no qualifications, shares his journey from military to building childcare software. Discussions include transforming operations, challenges in team building, and advocating for innovative education and eldercare solutions.

Nick Bell, a serial entrepreneur, discusses his latest venture focusing on longevity and gene therapy. He shares insights on his $700,000 gene-altering injections in Mexico and explores the future of gene therapy for healthcare advancements.

Shaun Bonétt, the founder of Precision Group and a self-made billionaire by 40, shares his fascinating journey from being homeschooled to entrepreneurial success. He discusses buying his first shopping center at 24 and the challenges of calculated risk-taking in investments. Shaun reflects on revitalizing retail spaces through strategic upgrades and the importance of building meaningful business relationships. He also emphasizes the lessons learned from setbacks and the impact of technology on modern business opportunities.

How I Made It is back for a 4th season and this time we're giving you can chance to ask a Rich Lister a question yourself.  Are you building a company and want to scale up, do you want advice on funding your growth or have you just got an idea and you want to know what to do next, well here is your opportunity. Send a question to howimadeit@afr.com and we’ll get a Rich Lister to help you.  Episodes drop fortnightly starting with our first episode on April 22. This podcast is sponsored by Commbank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.