15 Minutes with the Boss

In this week's episode REST Super CEO Vicki Doyle talks about how the pivotal moment of her career coincided with a personal tragedy that upended her life; she reveals the advice that helped her take on the top job and why she doesn't worry so much. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode independent federal member for Wentworth Allegra Spender opens up on how she got the job of a lifetime, discusses the importance of feedback and reveals how a tick bite resulted in her developing an unusual allergy. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Rebelo, the CEO of Publicis Groupe for Australia and New Zealand, shares valuable insights from his extensive experience in the advertising industry. He discusses the power of graciousness in both winning and losing scenarios at work. Michael reveals productivity hacks, including voice-to-text tools, to enhance efficiency. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity in building client relationships and shares personal anecdotes about failure, highlighting the necessity of preparation and storytelling in successful pitches.

In this week’s episode Sharon Lewin, director of The Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity, talks about what she learnt about leading during a time of crisis and uncertainty following the tragedy of flight MH17, how those skills equipped her to lead through COVID-19 and the advice she would give her younger self. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, Equity Trustees CEO Mick O'Brien talks about the value of older workers, his favourite interview questions and cycling against Olympic gold medalist Cadel Evans in Tasmania. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week’s episode, CIO of Ausbil Paul Xiradis talks about his parents' influence on his work ethic and business acumen, how his love of gardening offers him an escape from financial markets and celebrating wins with a yearly bowling competition.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Renae Lattey, Chief Executive at King & Wood Mallesons, shares her favorite interview questions, importance of self-care, and dealing with self-doubt. She discusses overcoming impostor syndrome, prioritizing listening in meetings, work-life balance, and the value of asking insightful interview questions.

In this week’s episode, CEO of Macquarie Telecom David Tudehope talks about the risk of leaving a safe banking job to pursue the world of entrepreneurship, the business lessons he’s learnt from Cleopatra and he discusses the accelerating pace of cybercrime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grant McCabe, the Managing Director of Boston Consulting Group in Australasia, discusses the importance of self-confidence for young professionals. He reflects on a transformative experience in Boston and shares his ideal dinner guests. Grant emphasizes how embracing uncertainty can lead to personal fulfillment and encourages the pursuit of meaningful side projects. He also shares life lessons from a car restoration project during the pandemic, highlighting perseverance and integrity as essential qualities for growth.

Join Simon Griffiths, the innovative CEO and co-founder of Who Gives a Crap, as he shares the unconventional wisdom that revamped his hiring process. Discover the hilarious yet eye-opening tale of his 50-hour toilet-sitting stunt, which became a viral sensation. Simon discusses the importance of prioritizing mental health, effective team dynamics, and the need for restorative sleep while navigating the challenges of running an eco-friendly business. Plus, hear why he sometimes opts for a disguise while traveling!