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MBA SuccessEp 22: The importance of continuous learning with Jason LawrenceIn this episode of MBA Success, Ross interviews Jason Lawrence, the Director of Education and Organisational Development at Southwestern Sydney Local Health District. They discuss Jason's academic background, his transition from consulting to operational leadership in healthcare, and the importance of continuous learning and leadership development. Jason shares insights on effective communication, decision-making, and the value of an MBA in navigating complex business challenges. He emphasises the need for self-awareness and personal values in leadership, and offers advice for business leaders on fostering a culture of growth and accountability.
2025-04-1049 minMBA SuccessEp 22: The importance of early training for future leaders with Jason LawrenceIn this episode of MBA Success, Ross interviews Jason Lawrence, the Director of Education and Organisational Development at South Western Sydney Local Health District. Jason shares insights from his extensive background in leadership development and organisational culture, discussing the challenges and rewards of transitioning from consulting to operational leadership in healthcare. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, effective communication, and self-reflection in leadership roles. Jason also reflects on the value of an MBA in broadening perspectives and enhancing problem-solving skills, while advocating for the significance of personal values in professional settings.
2024-12-0446 minMBA SuccessEp 23: Revolutionising MBA Education: The Ducere ModelIn this episode of the MBA Success Podcast, Matt Jacobson, CEO and founder of Ducere Global Business School, shares his journey from an early entrepreneurial spirit to creating a unique educational model that emphasizes real-world learning and skills-based education. He discusses the importance of confidence, resilience, and communication skills in business, the disconnect between traditional education and employment needs, and how Ducere is bridging that gap by partnering with industry leaders to provide relevant education. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in education and the importance of making education accessible to all.
2024-11-2852 min
MBA SuccessEp 21: Lessons on Vision, and Growth with Kavita HerbertIn this episode, Kavita Herbert, CEO and founder of Backbone, shares her journey of founding and running her business. She discusses the challenges and lessons she learned along the way. Kavita emphasizes the importance of delegating and outsourcing non-core business functions to focus on adding value to customers.
She also highlights the significance of clear communication, alignment, and a shared vision in building successful teams. Kavita shares her experience in the tech industry and the satisfaction of being part of disruptive businesses that create positive change. She provides insights into analyzing opportunities and evaluating...
2024-06-2546 minMBA SuccessEp 20: Shaping Future Leaders: Judy Lundy on Relational and Inclusive Leadership EducationIn this insightful episode, Judy Lundy, MBA Program Director at Edith Cowan University, delves into the transformative power of adaptive leadership in business education. With her extensive experience, Judy discusses how innovative approaches in teaching and learning are shaping the next generation of leaders, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity, sustainability, and practical experience in modern business practices. Join us for a compelling conversation that illuminates the path to success in today's dynamic business world.
2023-11-2850 minMBA SuccessEp 19: Do your clients trust you? with Michelle HughesThis episode we welcome Michelle Hughes to the podcast. Michelle is CMO and Board Member for McCarthy Durie Lawyers and also runs her own full-service marketing agency, Atom Branding.
Having recently finished her MBA studies from QUT this year, her capstone assignment explores the role trust plays in service-based industries. This project allowed for the development of a repeatable framework to build trust with clients and improve customer satisfaction and loyalty ratings.
2023-11-2154 minMBA SuccessEp 18: Future Proofing Leadership with Taylor Dee HawkinsOur latest episode features none other than the dynamic Taylor Dee Hawkins. With her unique blend of experience, from advising the United Nations Foundation to pioneering work at Foundations for Tomorrow, Taylor brought some rich insights to the table.
Highlights from our discussion:
The essence of long-term vision in policy decisions and its impact on societal sectors like health and education.
The frequent trap of "policy whack-a-mole" and the call for proactive, future-focused decision-making.
How failures and challenges can actually enhance learning and personal growth.
2023-10-0945 minMBA SuccessEp 17: Navigating Complexity and Evolving Leadership with Lisa KazalakOn this episode we’re excited to host Lisa, a trailblazer who marries economic thinking with societal challenges, doing so with a neurodivergent flair that’s uniquely her own.
In 2018, she took her passion for sustainability and employability skills into the entrepreneurial realm, launching her Ed Tech startup, originally named Professional Vogue and now rebranded to gruuv-ed. The platform aims to empower professionals, especially the younger generation, by focusing on essential life and employability skills.
Lisa has not just held various executive roles but also serves on the boards of several organizations, advocating for life-long learning, continuous improvement, and most...
2023-09-2654 minMBA SuccessEp 16: Brian Jones - Fail. Fail FastToday, we have the honor of hosting a guest whose career is a rich tapestry of experience and expertise in the fields of accounting, taxation, audit, and business advisory. With a remarkable thirty-six-year career, Brian Jones's journey has taken him from the corridors of BP Australia to the Audit Department of Touche Ross in places like London, Birmingham, and Geneva.
Since 1989, Brian has been in practice as an accountant, business advisor, and forensic accountant. His specialization now lies in strategic planning, taxation, management, and, intriguingly, forensic accounting. Having worked across industries, from international corporations to small businesses...
2023-08-2343 minMBA SuccessEp 15: Jeremy Galbreath - Traversing the realms of business and academiaToday, we're lucky enough to host not one, but two exceptional guests.
Our first guest, Jeremy Galbreath, is an esteemed individual whose expertise traverses the realms of both academia and business. With an impressive track record of key roles in Fortune 500 companies and a couple of high-tech startups in the USA, Jeremy brings a wealth of experience to our conversation. Currently, he applies his strategic acumen in his role as Director of Strategy at Ecope International, and provides insightful Strategy Consultancy work.
But that's just one side of the coin. From...
2023-07-1742 minMBA SuccessEp 14: Lisa Pascoe - Managing Global TeamsToday, we are thrilled to welcome a powerhouse in the world of IT and business management, Lisa Pascoe. Lisa is an MBA graduate from ECU, class of 2023, who has made remarkable strides in her career post-graduation.
Lisa is the Senior Global IT Manager at fortune 500 company, a global organization where she deftly aligns IT strategy with global corporate objectives. With over 25 years of experience supporting large corporations across engineering, resources, and government service industries.
In her role, Lisa leads with passion and determination, fostering cross-functional teams across continents and pushing boundaries to deliver results that...
2023-07-1144 minMBA SuccessEp. 13: Brad Meehan - Can Your Business Define An Excellent Customer Experience?Today I had the pleasure of talking to Brad Meehan, Managing Director of Strativity ANZ, one of the worlds leading boutique customer strategy consultancy firms. Brad has over 20 years of working with some of the world’s most well-known brands across multiple countries. He’s designed and deployed enterprise-level competitive and customer strategies for several ASX 100 companies and Government Owned Corporations. Brad earned his MBA from Queensland University of Technology in 2007 and has completed Harvard Business School leadership programs in Customer-Centric Strategy and Competitive Strategy and Change.
2023-05-1048 minMBA SuccessEp. 12: Jessica Kahl - Building a National Not-For-Profit from ScratchJessica Kahl is the Managing Director of Dream Big Australia and Project Manager at SunWater. She is an award-winning engineer, entrepreneur, diversity advocate, and 2021 Young Australian of the Year Shortlisted Nominee. Since entering the industry, Jessica has combined her creative leadership and engineering capabilities to make a difference to society through her work in master planning, resources, and infrastructure. Outside of her day job, she is also passionate about increasing engagement and growth in STEAM to empower education, industry, and innovation. Jessica works closely with investment and collaborative partners, educational institutions, and students to guide positive outcomes which integrate...
2023-04-0344 minMBA SuccessEp. 11: Raja Sahulhameed - Being Strategic About Your Next Career MoveIn this episode, we talk to Raja Sahulhammed, Principal - Advisory at Hatch. Starting his career as an engineer before studying for an MBA at the University of Cambridge, Raja then transitioned to consulting and spent 10 years with McKinsey before moving to Hatch. Alongside exploring his MBA studies and his background, we discuss topics of managing professional relationships, international work experience and how to target your next promotion, just to name a few.
2023-03-2348 min
MBA SuccessEp: 10 Mike Tristram - Running a 5th Generation Family BusinessOn this episode, we’re joined by Mike Tristram who completed his MBA from the Queensland University of Technology in 2012. Mike has been the CEO of the five-generation family business, Trisco Foods, since 2013. Trisco Foods is a food manufacturing business that dates back to 1875 and has recently experienced tremendous growth as they transition into a health and wellness corporation. On this episode, we talk to Mike about the responsibility of running a family business, applying lessons directly from the classroom to the boardroom and explore the recent expansion into the United States.
2021-05-051h 01
MBA SuccessEp. 9: Dr John Dumay - Value Beyond Balance SheetsOn this episode we’re joined by John Dumay, Professor at Macquarie University, recognised as Australia’s top researcher in accounting and taxation, and ‘Dad’ in Dad & Dave’s Brewing.
With an MBA from AGSM and PhD in Economics from University of Sydney, just to name some of John’s qualifications, we spoke with him about his interesting career journey, the challenges in truly eradicating slavery from supply chains, and embracing serendipity.
Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbaustralasia/
Email: podcast@mbaus.com.au
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2021-01-2859 min
MBA SuccessEp. 8: Janelle van de Velde - The Importance of Unlearning the LearningsOn this episode we’re joined by Janelle van de Velde, Executive Director Shared Services at Uniting Church in Australia, Queensland Synod. Janelle completed her EMBA from Bond University in 2017 after departing Linc Energy where she was Chief Administration Officer & Company Secretary. In this episode we speak with Janelle about the importance of unlearning the learnings, building resilience, and managing people through a crisis.
Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbaustralasia/
Email: podcast@mbaus.com.au
2020-12-1356 min
MBA SuccessEp. 7: Mike Lanzing - Unlocking the Value of CollaborationOn this episode we’re joined by Mike Lanzing, General Manager of UniBank, part of Teachers Mutual Bank. Having completed his MBA from the University of Western Sydney in 1995, and bringing over 30 years of experience in banking and finance, Mike speaks with us about wonder, authenticity, and unlocking the value of collaboration.
Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbaustralasia/
Email: podcast@mbaus.com.au
2020-11-0349 min
MBA SuccessEp. 6: Alex Chaudhuri - Managing Information and Communications During a PandemicOn this episode we’re joined by Alex Chaudhri, Director of Infectious Diseases at The Prince Charles Hospital. Alex brought a wealth of experience in clinical medical to his MBA studies from The University of Queensland, where he graduated in 2016. Through our conversation with Alex we were able to get his insights about COVID-19, the importance of leading from within, and how acknowledging vulnerability can help engender trust.
Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbaustralasia/
Email: podcast@mbaus.com.au
2020-10-1951 min
MBA SuccessEp. 5: Libby Marshall - Know Your Personal Value PropositionLibby Marshall is the CEO and Founder of Steam Capital, Managing Director of Australia New Zealand MBA Directors Forum and an MBA Executive Career Coach at the University of Sydney Business School. Finishing her MBA from the University of Queensland in 2017, Libby brings a wealth of knowledge from a diverse career including tourism, sport, government, not-for-profit, energy and education. On this episode, Libby talks to us about the importance of knowing your value proposition, being brave, backing yourself, and remaining authentic.
Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbaustralasia/
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2020-09-3050 min
MBA SuccessEp. 4: Dr. Sue Keay - Taking the Robot Out of the HumanDr Sue Keay is the recently appointed CEO at the Queensland AI Hub, Chair of the Board of Directors at Robotics Australia, Board Member of Women in Robotics and Board Director at CRC ORE. Having completed her MBA from The University of Queensland in 2018, Sue talks to us about how the MBA gave her the confidence to progress her career, how saying ‘yes’ can open doors, and the importance of staying true to your values.
Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbaustralasia/
Email: podcast@mbaus.com.au
2020-09-1438 min
MBA SuccessEp. 3: Jason Titman - Attitude Determines Your Altitude, Not Your AptitudeJason Titman has a colourful career that spans many industries including Accounting and Computer Audit, the Motor Industry, Hotels and Ecommerce / Tech. Jason is currently the managing director and founder of investment company Interg8, where he works with startup company founders to scale their businesses. He also fills his time as an investor, board advisor, and company builder. On this episode, Jason talks about his hunger for continuous learning, how attitude is a key differentiator and why board advisors need to understand tech language in order to be involved in the conversation.
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2020-08-3154 min
MBA SuccessEp. 2: Susan Forrester AM - Bringing Passion To The BoardroomSusan Forrester is an accomplished professional director and Member of the Order of Australia, and has built a reputation as a strong strategic thinker, helping dozens of companies on their growth journeys. Sue is currently serving on multiple boards including director of 3 ASX listed companies - G8 Education, Over the Wire, and Viva Leisure. Sue discusses how completing her EMBA from Melbourne Business School in 2004 has helped her transition her career, the importance of seeking feedback, and the issues she’s passionate about in the boardroom.
Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/
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2020-08-2445 min
MBA SuccessEp. 1: Ryan Officer - Self-Reflection as a Core Component of LeadershipRyan Officer is the Chief Risk Officer of Retail for ASX100 listed Bank of Queensland. Over 16 years with the bank, Ryan has worked his way up from a Business Lending Officer and talks about his goals for becoming a group exec, taking advantage of opportunities as they become available and the importance of self-reflection on understanding yourself as a leader and how it helps to lead others.
Website: https://mbaus.com.au/podcast/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbaustralasia/
Email: podcast@mbaus.com.au
2020-08-1635 minMBA SuccessIntroducing MBA SuccessMBA Success is a new podcast that explores the outstanding MBA alumni that have achieved success within their chosen fields. Join hosts Ross Barclay and Chris Jacko as they examine their guest's pasts, goals, behaviour and motivations to uncover tips and insights that will help you reach the full potential of your career vision.
Website: http://mbaus.com.au/podcast/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbaustralasia/
Email: podcast@mbaus.com.au
2020-08-0901 min