

EOS for a Better Business, Better Life
EOS Implementers Debra Chantry-Taylor, Adam Harris, business owners and experts!
EOS, The Entrepreneurial Operating System, can truly change your life by helping you live a better life by creating a better business.
Are you doing what you love, with people you love, making a huge difference, being compensated appropriately, with time to pursue other passions?
As a Certified EOS Implementer, my passion is helping Entrepreneurs & their leadership teams lead a better life through Traction.
Join me on the podcast as I chat to those who have done this or experts who can help you...
Learn from those who have built a life they truly love, through creating a better business.
Are you doing what you love, with people you love, making a huge difference, being compensated appropriately, with time to pursue other passions?
As a Certified EOS Implementer, my passion is helping Entrepreneurs & their leadership teams lead a better life through Traction.
Join me on the podcast as I chat to those who have done this or experts who can help you...
Learn from those who have built a life they truly love, through creating a better business.
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Sep 4, 2023 • 42min
Mastering Business Success: The Power of Structured Planning | Matthew Davis | Ep 138
Welcome to the "Better Business Better Life" podcast, where your host Debra Chantry-Taylor brings you insightful conversations with thought leaders, industry experts, and business innovators. In this episode, Debra has the privilege of interviewing Matthew Davis, a distinguished author, Business Law Speaker, and Innovative Business Lawyer.
Matthew Davis, the author of "The Art of Preventing Stupid," joins us to share his profound insights into how businesses can systematically and proactively protect themselves against various threats. Published by Inc. Magazine after its release on April 2, 2019, his book offers invaluable guidance for business owners and entrepreneurs seeking to enhance their risk management strategies.
Matthew's extensive experience as a legal practitioner is focused on helping companies make smart and informed business decisions, whether they face challenges or opportunities. As a business law speaker, he frequently imparts his wisdom on risk management and illustrates how businesses can extract great value and superior customer service from their legal partners.
Additionally, Matthew Davis runs an innovative Custom Legal Department Program, wherein he collaborates proactively with ambitious business owners to fortify, enhance, and expand their enterprises. Tune in to this enlightening episode of "Better Business Better Life" to gain valuable insights into how Matthew Davis can transform your business into a smarter, more secure, and prosperous entity. Don't miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level with the expert guidance of Matthew Davis. Subscribe now and stay tuned for more exciting episodes!
HOST'S DETAILS:
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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner
►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/
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► matthewneilldavis.com

Aug 28, 2023 • 37min
Igniting Creative Sparks: Unleash Innovation | Amani Roberts | Ep 137
Welcome to the Better Business Better Life Podcast! Join host Debra Chantry-Taylor in captivating conversations that unveil the secrets to achieving a thriving business and a fulfilling life. In this episode, Debra sits down with Iain Blakeley, the Chairman of Family Business New Zealand, for an insightful exploration of family enterprises and their impact on the business landscape.
But that's not all – get ready to be inspired by Amani Roberts, a multi-talented individual known as DJ AmRo and the creative force behind Amaniexperience. Delve into Amani's journey as he takes you on a whirlwind tour from Washington, DC to the vibrant streets of Los Angeles, sharing tales of his adventures in music, literature, and life.
🎧 Tune in as Amani reminisces about his global escapades, his love for pancakes, and his dedication to maintaining a balanced lifestyle. As a DJ, Professor, Author, and Professional Speaker, Amani lives by the mantra "a jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one."
📘 Join the conversation as Amani divulges his passion for reading, revealing his upcoming book that uncovers the vanished legacy of Black R&B Groups. Through the lens of his own experiences, Amani tackles imposter syndrome and channels his commitment to storytelling.
🎵 Groove to the beats of Amani's favorite artists, from Mariah Carey to Eric B & Rakim, and learn about his aspirations, including an exclusive interview dream with Babyface. Discover his podcasting and live streaming journey that began in 2008, and how he's harnessed the power of digital platforms to connect with audiences worldwide.
🎙️ Uncover Amani's dynamic speaking engagements that cover topics like "Unlocking Your Creativity When Stuck," "Mastering Networking in the Digital Era," and "Catapulting Your Business & Career." Whether on a grand stage or in an intimate setting, Amani's sessions leave an indelible mark.
⚽️ Stay engaged as Amani reveals his passion for soccer and unwavering loyalty to sports teams, including the Washington Commanders, Washington Wizards, Liverpool, and more.
🎥 For those who've journeyed through Amani's story till the end, a special treat awaits – share your favorite movies and uncover Amani's, which offer a glimpse into his hopeful romantic soul.
📩 Ready to connect? Reach out to Amani at Amani@amaniexperience.com for an engaging conversation that echoes the African proverb, "If you want to go far, go alone. If you want to go fast, go together." Don't miss out on this enriching episode of the Better Business Better Life Podcast!

Aug 21, 2023 • 45min
From Chaos to Clarity: The Power of EOS® Unveiled | Aaron Purkeypile | Ep 136
Welcome to "Better Business Better Life," where Debra Chantry-Taylor sits down with industry experts to uncover the secrets of business success. In this episode, Debra interviews Aaron Purkeypile, a renowned EOS® (Entrepreneurial Operating System) implementer, whose transformative approach has reshaped businesses and changed lives.
Hear firsthand testimonials from business leaders like Justin Shank of Dynamic Fusion, Inc., who credits EOS® for their explosive revenue growth. Phil Kniep from Lincoln Nutrition & Fitness wishes they started with EOS® sooner, while Janine Jernigan from Ralston Vet and Josh Wilmoth from CTTS, Inc. share how Aaron's guidance with EOS® became their beacon of hope in the chaotic world of business.
Dive deep into Aaron's personal journey, from witnessing the downfall of his grandfather's construction business to discovering the power of EOS® in the health & fitness sector. Learn how this system not only increased revenue by 30% year-over-year but also rekindled passion and purpose for business owners.
If you're an entrepreneur or small business owner seeking clarity, growth, and a renewed love for your business, this episode is a must-listen. Discover how EOS® can be the key to unlocking your business's full potential and paving the way for a better life.
Tune in now and embark on a journey towards realizing your ideal life with "Better Business Better Life." Don't miss out on the insights, testimonials, and transformative strategies that await.
HOST'S DETAILS:
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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner
►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/
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►https://www.eosworldwide.com/aaron-purkeypile

Aug 14, 2023 • 38min
Lisa & Stuart: From Recycling in South Africa to Business Success in New Zealand | Ep 135
Welcome to the 'Better Business Better Life' podcast, where we dive deep into the journeys of business leaders who've made a significant impact in their industries.
In this episode, our host, Debra Chantry-Taylor, sits down with Lisa & Stewart, the dynamic duo with over 25 years in the metal recycling industry. From humble beginnings as a yard labourer in sub-Saharan Africa to becoming the Executive Director of Trading and Operations for the region's largest metal recycler, Stewart's story is nothing short of inspirational.
Together with Lisa, they co-founded New Zealand's fastest-growing, most-loved, and most awarded metal recycling company. And they achieved this in a country where sheep outnumber humans 4:1! Dive into their unique journey, learn about their challenges, successes, and the secrets behind their entrepreneurial spirit.
Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a lifelong learner, or someone looking for business insights, this episode promises a blend of business acumen, life lessons, and a touch of humor. Discover how a father of two, an under 8 rugby coach, a YPO member, and an undefeated dance-off champion balances life, business, and everything in between.
Tune in now!
HOST'S DETAILS:
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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner
►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/
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GUESTS DETAILS:
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►https://www.linkedin.com/in/stukagan/

Aug 7, 2023 • 51min
AON Award-Winning Employer: Employsure's Edge | Laurence Mc Lean | Ep 134
Welcome to Better Business Better Life, the ultimate podcast for business owners and employers seeking expert advice to support and elevate their ventures. In this episode, join your host Debra Chantry-Taylor, as she sits down with the renowned Laurence McLean from Employsure New Zealand, the country's leading provider for all employment relations and health and safety requirements.
Empowersure has been recognized for its excellence, having received the prestigious AON Hewitt Award for Best Employer in 2018. With a passion for helping businesses thrive, their mission is to provide invaluable insights and guidance to empower your business now and in the future.
Navigating the ever-changing landscape of workplace legislation can be daunting, but fear not! Employsure offers 24/7 advice and ensures that your business remains compliant with all relevant employment and health and safety regulations. They also provide essential documentation and offer insurance and representation, ensuring you're protected should any need arise.
Join us as we delve into Laurence McLean's wealth of knowledge and experience, uncovering the secrets to achieving absolute compliance within your workplace. Learn how Employsure's unwavering commitment can propel your business towards unprecedented growth and success.
Tune in to Better Business Better Life for this enlightening conversation that will equip you with the tools and insights needed to excel in the corporate world. Remember, expert advice is just a click away—anytime, anywhere. Don't miss this empowering episode!
HOST'S DETAILS:
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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner
►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/
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GUESTS DETAILS:
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►employsure.co.nz

Jul 31, 2023 • 38min
Success Strategies | Vinay Iswar's Expert Insights | Ep 133
Welcome to Better Business Better Life, the podcast where success-driven business owners find inspiration and expert guidance to take their ventures to new heights. Join your host, Debra Chantry-Taylor, as she sits down with Vinay Iswar (CA), the Managing Director at BetterCo, rebel accountant, and growth coach.
In this podcast, Vinay shares invaluable insights and advice tailored to ambitious business owners like you. Whether you're a thriving service-based business with over five employees and an annual turnover of at least a million dollars, or an aspiring entrepreneur ready to embrace success, this podcast is designed for you.
Get ready for thought-provoking discussions on #mindset, #leadership, #businessadvice, #scaleyourbusiness, and #propertydevelopment, as Vinay delves into the secrets of achieving unparalleled growth.
At BetterCo, they believe in combining exceptional technical expertise with a unique focus on adding value through strategic advisory services. Vinay and his co-directors are disruptors in the accounting industry, constantly seeking innovative ways to deliver even more value to their clients. Whether it's streamlining financial systems, optimizing business structures, or encouraging ambitious dreams, Vinay is a master at making things happen.
But here's the best part – it's not just about business. Vinay firmly believes that your personal life and professional aspirations should harmoniously intertwine. After all, it's not about balancing "business life" and "personal life" but rather, creating the best life possible. And he's here to help you achieve precisely that.
Tune in to Better Business Better Life and learn from Vinay Iswar's wealth of experience and expertise. Whether you seek business advisory and coaching, accounting for peace of mind, or outsourced finance solutions to fuel your growth, this podcast covers it all.
Join us as we journey through the realms of business success, growth mindset, and holistic achievement. If you're committed to your goals and eager to learn, this podcast is your gateway to a Better Business and a Better Life. Don't miss out – hit that subscribe button and let's accelerate your success together! 🚀
HOST'S DETAILS:
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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner
►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/
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GUESTS DETAILS:
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► https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinay-iswar-ca/
► www.betterco.nz

Jul 24, 2023 • 44min
Championing Your Goals: Dean's Vision | Dean Anderson | Ep 132
Welcome to Better Business Better Life, the podcast where we explore the stories and insights of visionaries who are reshaping the business landscape to empower individuals like you for a better financial future. Join your host, Debra Chantry-Taylor, as she engages in candid conversations with industry leaders who are championing the cause of customer-centricity and innovation.
In this episode, Debra sits down with Dean Anderson (He/Him), the Founder & CEO at KernelIain, to uncover his journey and mission to revolutionize the financial services industry. Dean's passion for nurturing growth, just like watching seeds sprout and flourish, led him on a transformative path that challenges the conventional norms.
Through Dean's reflections on his formative years, you'll gain valuable insights into how financial matters used to be more straightforward and rooted in practical learning. But as times have changed, so have the complexities of financial systems, leaving everyday individuals without proper guidance or financial advocates.
Having experienced the financial markets from within, Dean reveals how decision-making processes often ignored the needs of the very customers they should serve. The relentless pursuit of profits overshadowed genuine customer care, leaving people feeling disconnected and adrift in an ever-evolving economic landscape.
However, hope is on the horizon, as Dean discusses the impending tectonic shift in the industry. With innovation and a renewed focus on customers, control is set to return to where it rightfully belongs – in your hands.
Are you tired of navigating a labyrinth of financial products and feeling like no one truly has your back? Join us on Better Business Better Life as we delve into the exciting possibilities that lie ahead. Discover how you can empower yourself to make better financial decisions, achieve your life goals, and create a brighter future for your loved ones.
Subscribe now to unlock the knowledge, insights, and expertise that will enable you to thrive in an era where the customer takes center stage. Let's embark on this journey together as we pave the way for a better business and a better life.
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HOST'S DETAILS:
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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner
►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/
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GUESTS DETAILS:
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► kernel.co.nz
► linkedin.com/in/dean-anderson-kernel

Jul 12, 2023 • 37min
Business Transformation with Alkis Crassas | Alkis Crassas | Ep 131
Welcome to "Better Business Better Life," the podcast where Debra Chantry-Taylor interviews Alkis Crassas, a Professional EOS Implementer®, Coach, Entrepreneur, and advocate for helping entrepreneurs run better businesses and live better lives.
In each episode, Debra and Alkis delve into the world of entrepreneurship, sharing valuable insights and practical tips to improve your business and enhance your overall quality of life. Alkis draws from his 30 years of experience, including his time at EOS Worldwide and his tenure at McGill University. With a deep understanding of the ups and downs entrepreneurs face, Alkis offers guidance based on his own journey, which includes taking a startup public, running a multi-million-dollar business, and overcoming setbacks.
Discover how setbacks can lead to powerful comebacks as Alkis shares his personal experiences and the transformative impact of implementing EOS in his own businesses. Learn how he doubled the size of one company within two years and transformed the leadership team of another, allowing him to step away from day-to-day operations.
With a renewed purpose, Alkis is passionate about making a difference in the lives of other entrepreneurs and leadership teams. Through "Better Business Better Life," he aims to help 40 companies thrive, providing clarity and actionable strategies to achieve success.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and learn how to create a healthy and strong organization. Visit Alkis's website to schedule a 5-minute chat and explore how he can personally work with your team for 90 minutes, with no obligation. It's an invaluable chance to discover what a healthy business looks like and set your organization on a path to abundance.
Tune in to "Better Business Better Life" and join the conversation to unlock your business's full potential. Subscribe now and start transforming your business and life today.
HOST'S DETAILS:
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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner
►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/
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GUESTS DETAILS:
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► https://www.eosworldwide.com/alkis-crassas
► https://www.linkedin.com/in/alkis-crassas/
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Jul 10, 2023 • 50min
Success in Entrepreneurship & Recycling | Stuart Kagan | Ep 130
Welcome to "Better Business Better Life," the podcast where Debra Chantry-Taylor dives deep into the world of entrepreneurship, mindset, purpose, trading, and metal recycling. Join us as we explore the remarkable journey of Stuart Kagan, a second-degree connection who went from being a yard laborer to the Executive Director of Trading and Operations for the largest metal recycler in sub-Saharan Africa. With over 25 years of experience in the metal recycling game, Stuart shares his invaluable insights and continuous growth in this ever-evolving industry.
Through engaging conversations and thought-provoking discussions, Debra and Stuart uncover the secrets to success, covering topics like mindset, purpose, the art of trading, and the challenges and rewards of metal recycling. With 4,500 employees under his guidance and 85 sites to oversee, Stuart has an unparalleled understanding of the intricacies involved in managing a multi-billion dollar operation.
But Stuart's accomplishments don't stop there. He co-founded the fastest growing, most-loved, and highly acclaimed metal recycling company in New Zealand, a feat that's truly remarkable in a country where sheep outnumber people four to one (and sheep aren't exactly known for producing metal waste!).
Beyond his professional endeavors, Stuart is a dedicated father of two incredible boys, a loving husband to Lisa, an under-8 rugby coach, and an active member of YPO. As a lifelong learner, he embraces mentorship and being a mentee, all while maintaining his position as the undefeated dance-off champion and chief dog walker.
If you're eager to discover the secrets of success in business and life, tune in to "Better Business Better Life." Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned professional, or simply seeking inspiration, Debra and Stuart have you covered. Get ready to be empowered, educated, and entertained as you embark on this captivating journey with two extraordinary individuals who are changing the game in the world of business and beyond.
HOST'S DETAILS:
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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner
►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/
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GUESTS DETAILS:
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/stukagan/
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Jul 5, 2023 • 39min
Traction before Vision... Work with an EOS implementer for 10X growth! | Jeni Clift | Ep 129
Welcome to the Better Business Better Life podcast, where host Debra Chantry-Taylor interviews Jeni Clift, a second-degree connection, professional EOS Implementer, business coach, mentor, and change management expert. Join us as we explore how entrepreneurs, leaders, and business owners can achieve their desired results in both business and life, without the stress and sacrifice often associated with success.
Jeni Clift brings a wealth of experience as an engaging and collaborative consultant, change manager, business leader, and mentor. With a background in senior IT leadership roles and trusted appointments in coaching and advisory positions, Jeni has recently become an accredited EOS Implementer. Leveraging her expertise in change management and systems implementation, she empowers leaders and entrepreneurs to drive business process improvement and achieve tangible outcomes.
Discover how EOS, the Entrepreneurial Operating System, can transform your business. EOS offers a complete set of simple concepts and practical tools that have helped thousands of entrepreneurs align their vision, instill focus and discipline, and create a cohesive and healthy leadership team. Jeni Clift's expertise in implementing EOS systems has yielded substantive and meaningful results for her clients, and she is passionate about helping others streamline their businesses and unlock their growth potential.
HOST'S DETAILS:
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►Debra Chantry-Taylor is a Certified EOS Implementer | Entrepreneurial Leadership & Business Coach | Business Owner
►See how she can help you: https://businessaction.co.nz/
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GUESTS DETAILS:
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📞 Call: 0418 107 407
📧 Email: jeni@tenassia.com
🌐 Website: https://tenassia.com/
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Tune in to the Better Business Better Life podcast for insightful conversations with industry experts like Jeni Clift, and gain valuable knowledge and strategies to thrive in business while living a fulfilling life.