
The Mentor with Mark Bouris
Mark Bouris speaks to business owners and entrepreneurs, finding out what makes them tick and their plans for growth. Some business owners are on the way up and enjoying new success, others are at a turning point. Mark digs into their stories and finds out why they set out to create their own path, their challenges and where they go from here. Based on his own personal experiences and learnings, he also passes on his own guidance on how to take their business to the next level.
Latest episodes

Sep 21, 2016 • 41min
#55 – Anna Porter & Fiona Nadaya
Aussies love property as an asset class, but with popularity comes price pressure, making it a tough market to get into! Today on TMBS, host Mark Bouris has invited experts Anna Porter and Fiona Nadaya to share their insights on owning your first home or investment property much sooner than you think.Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.Want to grow your business and stay ahead of the pack? Access Mark Bouris' Masterclasses.Got a question or comment for Mark? Send an email. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 7, 2016 • 37min
#54 – Emotional resilience
Apologies everyone, we forgot to post this episode a couple weeks back. Plenty of good stuff though on emotional resilience, pivoting and the skill of moving forward.Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.Want to grow your business and stay ahead of the pack? Access Mark Bouris' Masterclasses.Got a question or comment for Mark? Send an email. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 24, 2016 • 46min
#53 – Tom Carroll
The parallels between sport and business produce great lessons for both sides of the fence. World surfing champion, big wave rider, entrepreneur and all round legend, Tom Carroll joins host Mark Bouris this week to share his insights on fighting fear and controlling emotion in high pressure situations.Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.Want to grow your business and stay ahead of the pack? Access Mark Bouris' Masterclasses.Got a question or comment for Mark? Send an email. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 20, 2016 • 42min
#52 – Daniel Borg & Alison Michalk
Couldn't find the light switch this morning, but podcasting in the dark wasn't that bad! Great line up today; the George boys from Autonado, Daniel Borg (Psyborg), Alison Michalk from Quiip and Valiant Finance (a TMBS workspace fintech) all joining host Mark Bouris!Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.Want to grow your business and stay ahead of the pack? Access Mark Bouris' Masterclasses.Got a question or comment for Mark? Send an email. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 6, 2016 • 42min
#51 – Dave Liston & Danny Burrito
A couple of young blokes having a crack thats what its all about! Host Mark Bouris chats to Dave Liston from OURGO.co is helping young Aussies take back their economic futures and building a nice little business in the process.James Jordan (aka Danny Burrito), is also back on the show to talk about refocusing on the commercial kitchen sharing market. It's a killer model and he's looking for funding, check him out http://www.sproutkitchens.com/.Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.Want to grow your business and stay ahead of the pack? Access Mark Bouris' Masterclasses.Got a question or comment for Mark? Send an email. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 22, 2016 • 24min
#50 – Seema Kumar, Dave Thompson & Sonia McDonald
Host Mark Bouris chats to Vice President of Innovation, Global Health and Policy Communication, Seema Kumar joins TMBS to discuss the global innovation ecosystem. Also, check out pitch videos from Kaylas Dave Thompson and Sonia McDonald from LeadershipHQ.Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.Want to grow your business and stay ahead of the pack? Access Mark Bouris' Masterclasses.Got a question or comment for Mark? Send an email. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jun 9, 2016 • 39min
#49 –James Kennedy & Tyson Koh
Building brands can be tough, but don't worry TMBS has got you covered. James Kennedy has worked with some of the biggest brands on the planet; Rolex, IWC and Bang & Olufsen to name a few and has returned to TMBS to share some of his insights. Tyson Koh also joins host Mark Bouris to share the real impact Sydney lockout laws are having on small business, the tourism industry and the Sydney way of life.Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.Want to grow your business and stay ahead of the pack? Access Mark Bouris' Masterclasses.Got a question or comment for Mark? Send an email. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 25, 2016 • 26min
#48 – Ned Moorfield
Host Mark Bouris presents a David and Goliath story this week! Ned Moorfield, the CEO and co-founder of ridesharing service, GoCatch tells TMBS how to compete with an 800 pound gorilla (Uber in Neds case). MB also probes Ned for his insights on marketplace models, creating a point of difference and raising millions in funding from all tiers of investors to fund the growth of his business.Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.Want to grow your business and stay ahead of the pack? Access Mark Bouris' Masterclasses.Got a question or comment for Mark? Send an email. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 11, 2016 • 39min
#47 – Gen George, Jane Lu & Georgia Woodyard
Host Mark Bouris presents two Georges and one oestrogen packed show this week! Gen George, Jane Lu and Georgia Woodyard join to talk about women in business and a woman in business (the café business that is).Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.Want to grow your business and stay ahead of the pack? Access Mark Bouris' Masterclasses.Got a question or comment for Mark? Send an email. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 27, 2016 • 35min
#46 – David Vitek
Marketplace models can attract big valuations, but still need careful thought before jumping in. Host Mark Bouris chats to David Vitek, co-founder and CEO of Hipages, knows all too well the challenges of being an intermediary and shares insights on how to build value for both your customers and investors.Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.Want to grow your business and stay ahead of the pack? Access Mark Bouris' Masterclasses.Got a question or comment for Mark? Send an email. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.