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Ep. 36 Maria Mavrikos, Founder & Managing Director of Structural Challenge – The Honest CEO Show

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We welcome Maria Mavrikos, the pioneering founder and managing director of Structural Challenge, who built a formidable $40+ million enterprise in the traditionally male-dominated steel industry. Her groundbreaking journey demonstrates how vision and determination can transform both businesses and industries.

Ep. 35 Jane Grover, CEO of Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust – The Honest CEO Show

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Join us for a compelling conversation with Jane Grover, the former CEO of Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust, a $94+ million organisation. Jane’s extensive career and leadership at SMCT offer invaluable insights into business transformation and customer-centric strategies.

Ep. 34 Teri Hobbs, COO of Bilue – The Honest CEO Show

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We’re bringing you an enriching conversation with Teri Hobbs, the accomplished COO of Bilue who previously served as General Manager at Deluxe APAC. Her journey in media & technology leadership showcases the power of strategic thinking and authentic leadership.

Strategic Planning for Business Growth: 7 Powerful Ways to Create a Winning Vision

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The importance of strategic planning really cannot be underestimated when it comes to business growth. Having a clear vision and strategic plan in mind is one of the major cornerstones to any business’s growth strategy, which is why it is so important to ensure that you are completely clear about this before you embark on…

Ep. 33 Lauren French, CEO of Motto Fashions – The Honest CEO Show

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Get ready for an inspiring session with Lauren French, the visionary CEO who revolutionised Motto Fashions from a traditional brick-and-mortar store into an e-commerce success story.

Ep. 32 Justin Cantelo, CEO of Housing Plus – The Honest CEO Show

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We welcome Justin Cantelo, the CEO of Housing Plus, a leading non-profit organisation transforming lives through innovative housing solutions.

Ep. 31 Narinder Singh, CEO of QE Food Stores – The Honest CEO Show

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Join us as we chat with Narinder Singh, the inspiring CEO of QE Food Stores. From humble beginnings in Punjab, India, to building a $50 million retail empire in Australia, Narinder’s story embodies the true spirit of entrepreneurial perseverance.

Scaling Your Business: Strategies for Sustainable Growth

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For businesses who are looking to maximise their growth, the decision to scale may seem like an easy one to make. However, this can often be easier said than done. Research shows that around 70% of businesses find it difficult to scale, particularly when it comes to startups. In fact, one study by Startup Genome…

Navigating Obstacles into Business Opportunities

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As any entrepreneur knows, entrepreneurship is very rarely a straightforward journey to success. Instead, entrepreneurship is often more like a rollercoaster ride, with lots of highs and lows and bumps along the way. Although every entrepreneur’s journey will be different, there is one thing that is for sure: you are almost guaranteed to come up…

Building a High-Performing Team: Leadership Strategies for Success

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There are a number of different factors and variables that can influence the success of any business or organisation. Arguably one of the most important ones, though, is its people. Behind any high-performing organisation, you will also find a high-performing team – that is, a cohesive and aligned team that has the same vision, goals,…