Better Business Better Life is hosted by EOS Implementer - Debra Chantry-Taylor

Business Strategy Episodes

Dec. 13, 2021

Ignore everything but the bottleneck with Ken Brickley - Episode 35 o…

Ken Brickley is CEO of MacroActive, who has a vast range of experience from working in Silicon Valley and large businesses like GE, to founding his own startup. In this episode, he shares the life lessons he's learnt on the …

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Nov. 1, 2021

Failure isn't a person, it's a moment! with CocoVinny Zaldivar - Epis…

CocoVinny Zaldivar has been an entrepreneur since 16 years old. In this episode, he shares his ups and downs through the pandemic and how he's never had an exit strategy. Despite the uncertainty and losing several million dollars revenue in …

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Oct. 25, 2021

Be BRAVE with Duncan Shand - Episode 28 of Better Business, Better Li…

Duncan Shand is the founder of Young Shand, one of New Zealand's top creative agencies. In this episode, he shares the highs and lows of his business journey and the lessons he learnt along the way. Listen to the full …

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Oct. 11, 2021

I consider it my $2million MBA with Kimberley Ramsay - Episode 26 of …

Kimberley Ramsay is the co-founder of Vidzing, a paid live-streaming platform. In this episode she shares how she identified a gap in the available streaming platforms, turning an idea into a business with no tech knowledge or experience. She discusses …

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Oct. 4, 2021

It's not about the Money... But it is! with Sam Stubbs - Episode 25 o…

Sam Stubbs is the founder of the nonprofit KiwiSaver fund Simplicity. A reformed investment banker and stockbroker his career also spans politics, philosophy and technology. In this podcast, Sam shares that he didn't start KiwiSaver to make money - rather …

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Sept. 27, 2021

From Team Member to Team Leader with Stanley Henry - Episode 24 of Be…

Stanley is the founder of the fast-growing digital agency, The Attention Seeker. In this podcast episode, Stanley talks about the lessons he learned from that journey, about how he gave up alcohol, whilst still working in the hospitality industry and …

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July 12, 2021

Sailing forward with your business with Steve Morris - Episode 17 of …

Steve Morries is a Professional EOS Implementer, is certified in the LEGO Serious Play method, and teaches, facilitates and coaches individuals, leaders, and business leadership teams on their voyage to success. In this episode, Steve shares the three key things …

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June 21, 2021

Success isn't Rocket Science! with Scott Rusnak - Episode 14 of Bette…

Scott Rusnak is an accomplished business owner. He is now a Certified EOS Implementer whose passion is helping business owners and burgeoning entrepreneurs get what they want from their businesses so they can live the life they want. In this …

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June 7, 2021

Elevate the genius around you with Dan Williams - Episode 12 of Bette…

Dan Williams is a Certified EOS® Implementer and has more than 20 years experience in the IT industry. He is the former CEO of Australian MSP and certified Great Place to Work, Powernet. In this episode, Dan shares with me …

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May 31, 2021

Down the Rabbit Hole with David Serville - Episode 11 of Better Busin…

David Serville is a driven entrepreneur with expertise in the franchising and service sectors. In this episode, David talks with me and takes us through his journey from that small business loan to a 'not so overnight success' group of …

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Feb. 15, 2021

Sustainable Business, Better Profit with Dave Rouse - Episode 6 of Be…

Dave Rouse is a Kiwi born entrepreneur, who grew up between the bush in the Waitakeres, and working on an organic farm in his teenage years. Dave was a founding trustee of Sea Cleaners Trust, but has since channeled all …

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Feb. 7, 2021

EXPERT SPOTLIGHT - Better thinking for a better business: How to beco…

Verity Craft is an entrepreneur, writer, consultant, speaker (and musical theatre nerd!) based in Auckland, New Zealand. Together with founder Christina Wedgwood, she’s built content agency Intelligent Ink into the experts on thought leadership content in New Zealand. In this …

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Feb. 1, 2021

Better Business, Better Profit with Grant Difford - Episode 4 of Bett…

Grant Difford runs the vert successful Waking Giants Business. The business describes how it helps as "We work alongside you to develop purposeful strategy that enables you to make it happen." In this episode, learn how Grant now views business …

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Jan. 27, 2021

KISS (Keep it Simple Stupid) with Richard Macdonald - Episode 3 of Be…

In this episode, Richard Macdonald shares how he manages to keep ideas fresh, simplify the business and still travels the world, despite Covid. He has pioneered bottled water sales in NZ, designed and launched Virgin Kiwi, Crew and Edge brands …

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Jan. 20, 2021

Managing the People Issues (or How to let people go!) with Tony Falke…

In this episode, I am joined by Tony Falkenstein who will be sharing his experiences with the Topic of ‘Managing the People Issues’. Tony was born in Auckland, and has a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Auckland. He …

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