15 Minutes with the Boss
15 Minutes with the Boss is a podcast that gives listeners exclusive access to some of the top CEOs in the country.
Each week AFR BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with a prominent leader and asks them to share the invaluable advice and wisdom they have accumulated throughout their careers.
For stories of success and failure and everything in-between, search and follow 15 Minutes with the Boss. It’s 15 minutes you can’t afford to miss.
Latest episodes
Nov 11, 2024 • 19min
Paul Scurrah: From AFL to the boardroom, how to stand down 8000 people empathically and the secrets to avoiding distractions
In this week's episode Paul Scurrah, CEO of Pacific National, talks about redefining success in times of crisis, the importance of balancing shareholder, customer and employee interests to avoid problems, and his secret to a productive day starts by building a "focus moat". This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 4, 2024 • 19min
Why Mike Schneider spends so much time in Bunnings stores and why retail wasn’t his first career choice
In this week's episode Mike Schneider, the Managing director of Bunnings Group, talks about his journey as an accidental retailer, having a consistent and honest leadership style, his willingness to take risks but accepting when mistakes happen and putting things right. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 28, 2024 • 19min
Kyle Faulconer: Why coming out was a tipping point for this CEO, lessons from losing $30m and how to reset like a superhero
In this week's episode, PepsiCo AU/NZ chief executive Kyle Faulconer talks about the valuable lessons learnt from a $30m mistake, how to energise staff with superhero micro breaks, and the benefits of having a personal board of directors. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 21, 2024 • 19min
Cynthia Scott: The competition she 'hates' most, reframing the word 'no' and calling the police with Thierry Henry
In this week's episode, Zip Co chief executive Cynthia Scott talks about her dislike of inter-departmental competition, how she overcame her fear of the word 'no', and why she had to call the police when she brought the English Premiership League Trophy to Australia. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie BroadbandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 14, 2024 • 19min
Gary Smith: Dealing with betrayal, the Nelson Mandela effect and the secrets of slowing down
In this week's episode, BioPak CEO Gary Smith discusses how a contract to provide the computers for Nelson Mandela's 1994 election supercharged his career, reveals how he bounced back from a betrayal by his former business partners, and offers his secrets for switching off from work. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie BroadbandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 7, 2024 • 19min
Why Richard Evans gave up alcohol, the power of vulnerability and lessons from Harvard
On this week’s episode, Australian Chamber Orchestra chief executive Richard Evans talks about his road to sobriety, reflects on the importance of being honest and vulnerable with his staff and discusses how attending Harvard Business School reshaped his career. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie BroadbandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 30, 2024 • 19min
Briony Scott: Embracing embarrassment, challenging the status quo and the illusionary nature of power
On this week’s episode, the principal of Wenona School Briony Scott interrogates why it’s more difficult for the adult brain to learn; emphasises the importance of cultivating your own voice; and discusses the best piece of career advice she was given. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 23, 2024 • 19min
Paul Zahra: Knowing when to quit a job, finding your superpower and starting the day at 4.30am
On this week’s episode, the CEO of the Australian Retailers Association Paul Zahra divulges when he thinks the perfect time to leave a job is, he reflects on the importance of using one’s uniqueness as a source of strength and discusses how he gets up before 5am every day. This podcast is sponsored by Hyperion Asset ManagementSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 16, 2024 • 21min
Didier Elzinga: Making the right career choice, preparing for difficult conversations and lessons from Star Wars
This week Culture Amp CEO Didier Elzinga talks about the lessons he learned from Atlassian founders Mike Cannon-Brooks and Scott Farquhar, discusses the concept of the Hero's Journey and how leaders can use narratives to communicate better with their staff, and he reveals how he prepares for difficult conversations. This podcast is sponsored by Hyperion Asset Management See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 9, 2024 • 19min
Sean Warner: How to pick trends, the allure of relatability and why there’s always a solution
On this week’s episode Sean Warner, the CEO of Universal Music Australia New Zealand, talks about the importance to staying close to cultural trends, draws comparisons between top recording artists and business leaders, and discusses his approach to solving problems. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
