15 Minutes with the Boss
The Australian Financial Review
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.
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.
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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.
Sep 2, 2024 • 19min
Vicki Doyle: Rebuilding after tragedy, making the job your own and the futility of worry
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.
Aug 26, 2024 • 19min
Allegra Spender: Forgiving your future self, the weight of words and numbers, and why feedback is a gift
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.
Aug 19, 2024 • 19min
Michael Rebelo: How to win back clients, simple hacks to add value for customers and the pitfalls of being too slick
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.
Aug 12, 2024 • 19min
Sharon Lewin: Building a global network, managing emotions during crises and living a well rounded life
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.
