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The Legends PodcastBrian NankervisNeil and Rob chat to Australian Entertainment Legend and Rockwiz host, Brian Nankervis about some upcoming Geelong visits
2025-10-1120 min
2 Blokes ChattingThe 2 Blokes Chatting Radio Show - 11 October 2025In this episode, Rob and Neil chat to:
Steve Woods - As The Days Go ByDione Howard - All Creatures Great And SmallAlison Paterson - Sport ReportJoe Camilleri - Australian Music LegendBrian Nankervis - Australian Entertainment Legend
2025-10-111h 26
Word In Your EarHow Springsteen went “six deep”, fictional rock hacks and who’s more conservative than Liam Gallagher?You’ll always find us in the kitchen at parties, near the hoppy summer ale and sausage rolls and, and this week discussing … … he hasn't changed his look or sound for 30 years: is there a more conservative concept than Liam Gallagher? And how he became the one-man Oasis. … the eye-watering sum Kevin Hart made from Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. … Loudermilk, Rob Gordon in High Fidelity and other Rock Snob stereotypes in fiction - “I’m a Rock Snob? It comes with the territory being right!” And how rock critics ar...
2024-06-1146 minWord In Your EarHow Springsteen went “six deep”, fictional rock hacks and who’s more conservative than Liam Gallagher?You’ll always find us in the kitchen at parties, near the hoppy summer ale and sausage rolls and, and this week discussing … … he hasn't changed his look or sound for 30 years: is there a more conservative concept than Liam Gallagher? And how he became the one-man Oasis. … the eye-watering sum Kevin Hart made from Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. … Loudermilk, Rob Gordon in High Fidelity and other Rock Snob stereotypes in fiction - “I’m a Rock Snob? It comes with the territory being right!” And how rock critics ar...
2024-06-1146 minWord In Your EarHow Springsteen went “six deep”, fictional rock hacks and who’s more conservative than Liam Gallagher?You’ll always find us in the kitchen at parties, near the hoppy summer ale and sausage rolls and, and this week discussing … … he hasn't changed his look or sound for 30 years: is there a more conservative concept than Liam Gallagher? And how he became the one-man Oasis. … the eye-watering sum Kevin Hart made from Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle. … Loudermilk, Rob Gordon in High Fidelity and other Rock Snob stereotypes in fiction - “I’m a Rock Snob? It comes with the territory being right!” And how rock critics ar...
2024-06-1146 min
Backyard StoriesEpisode Sixty One - Rob Auton MICF 2023This episode was recorded live from Max Watt's at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival show. On the 5th of April 2023.
The theme was DISTANCE.
© Long Story Short Broadcasting
2023-06-0411 min
Propelling PerformanceThe fifth decision – scaling your leadershipIn Episode Nine of the Propelling Performance Podcast, Rob speaks with Bill Gallagher, Scaling Up Expert, CEO, Serial Entrepreneur, Advisor, Keynote Speaker, Podcast Host, Strategic Planning and Growth Coach. Bill shares his wealth of experience working with business leaders to lean into leadership, and that in order for leaders to create change, they need to change themselves. He takes us through application of the Flywheel concept to leadership – inspire, engage, plan and coach. Bill also explains the ‘fifth decision’ in Scaling Up methodology, after People, Strategy, Execution and Cash - what kind of leader do you want to become?
2022-05-1648 min
2 Blokes ChattingThe 2 Blokes Chatting Radio Show - 23 April 2022In this episode, Rob and Neil chat to Denis Walter , broadcaster and singer, Brian Nankervis, RockWiz presenter and, as part of Regional Roundup, head to Kinglake in Victoria to catch up with Karen Ostenried.
2022-04-2336 min
Propelling PerformanceApplying a game plan to your businessIn Episode Eight of the Propelling Performance Podcast, Rob speaks with Andy Gowers, Business Development Manager, Cranage Financial Group. After a successful career as an elite AFL player with Hawthorn and Brisbane Football Clubs, and a mentor and Director with Hawthorn, Andy successfully transitioned from sportsperson to entrepreneur. Using real life case studies from his sporting career and learnings in business, Andy draws parallels between elite sport and business performance, discusses the benefits of applying a scoreboard approach, and how every leader can look to elite sport for high performance inspiration. “If the mission is ins...
2022-04-1159 min
Propelling PerformanceHow to make your employees your greatest assetIn Episode Seven of the Propelling Performance Podcast, Rob speaks with Natasha Hawker, Managing Director of Employee Matters. Natasha shares her insights into the impact of the COVID pandemic on workplaces; what businesses are doing right and what need to be done better; the common mistakes leaders are making with employee engagement; key points on amplifying your culture and how to retain and look after your people as we navigate a COVID normal world. Natasha also shares an excellent HR tool for leaders, Employee Matters’ Employee Commitment Model."There is so much untapped opportunity for improvement in...
2022-03-0950 min
Propelling PerformanceHow to use financial transparency to engage your employeesIn Episode Six of the Propelling Performance Podcast, Rob speaks with Rich Armstrong, President, The Great Game of Business. Rich shares strategies to introduce financial literacy into your business; explains principles including financial huddles, scoreboard and mini games; discusses common mistakes he sees from leaders; how to build engagement in your organisation and examples of how to get started by creating and using a mini-game.“We're very big believers that the most efficient, most profitable way to operate a business is just to teach everyone in the organisation how the business makes money, give th...
2022-01-3049 min
Propelling PerformanceNavigating the challenges of family businessIn Episode Five of the Propelling Performance Podcast, Rob speaks with David Werdiger, director of Nathanson Pearson. David shares his wealth of experience as a second-generation family business member and discusses the challenge of expectations surrounding subsequent generations in a family business, the critical importance of communication, shared vision and aspirations and a mindset change from ownership to stewardship.[Having a legacy means]…saying, I've got a story and I want that story to endure, but at some point, I've got to make way for the next generation to write their chapter of the story....
2021-12-1443 min
Propelling PerformanceLessons in LeadershipIn Episode Four of the Propelling Performance Podcast, Rob speaks with strategic leader and Executive General Manager - Home Care & Retirement Living, IRT Group, Ross Gallagher. Listen to Ross’ insights on his leadership journey and the lessons he has learned; his hallmarks for great leadership; advice for young and emerging leaders; the most common mistakes leaders make and how he led his team successfully through the challenges of the COVID pandemic. “One of the key things is to try and be authentic. Be yourself - and try and do it naturally. Don't try and be St...
2021-11-2348 min
Propelling PerformanceFunction to Founder - a leadership journeyIn Episode Three of the Propelling Performance Podcast, Rob speaks with former school teacher turned CEO and strategic leadership coach, Andrew Smith. Andrew offers valuable insights on his journey from functional expert to CEO and leader of a multi-million dollar, IASX listed company and beyond. Interspersed with his triumphs and challenges on the leadership journey, Andrew shares what he would have done differently with hindsight; the transformation of 3P Learning’s performance and culture after the appointment of a strengths-based team; the four areas of focus for growth and change; how membership of an advisory board fundamentally changed his bu...
2021-11-0747 min
Access Unmissable Free Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Career DevelopmentPropelling Performance: Why your business is stalling and what you can do about it by Robert NankervisPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/557844 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Propelling Performance: Why your business is stalling and what you can do about it Author: Robert Nankervis Narrator: Robert Nankervis, Dave Stokes, Verne Harnish Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 35 minutes Release date: October 26, 2021 Genres: Career Development Publisher's Summary: Business owners and leaders are being challenged as never before. The trends are changing fast, business models are under attack, clients are fickle, staff expectations are rising. It can make for very reactionary leadership ... but that is not what drives sustainable success. As you're seeking to drive the growth, performance...
2021-10-2605 min
Propelling PerformanceThe Accountability AdvantageIn Episode Two of the Propelling Performance Podcast, Rob speaks with ‘The Accountability Guy®’ Darren Finkelstein about how to make accountability your super power and get it working for you. Darren outlines the seven barriers to accountability success and some simple actions you can use to move ahead; questions leaders can ask to help teams with accountability; how fear of failure and overwhelm stops progress; the power of an accountability buddy and the efficacy of old vs new tech accountability tools. He also shares some real-life accountability success stories.“A lot of people don't share their goals, d...
2021-10-1055 min
Propelling PerformanceHow to map an employee wellbeing strategy that worksAs we begin Season Two of the Propelling Performance Podcast, Tom Bosna shares timely insights into the need for leaders to focus on wellbeing in the workplace. He talks us through some of the common mistakes and misunderstandings around wellbeing programs, the questions leaders should be asking of themselves and their teams and how to take the first steps to develop your own effective wellbeing strategy. Tom says there’s no better time to ‘show up and show leadership in this space’ and offers examples of two successful wellbeing programs in action.“Wellbeing isn't something you can...
2021-09-0946 min
Propelling PerformanceHow to future proof your businessIn Episode Nine, Andrew Griffiths talks about future proofing your business. Andrew specialises in future-proofing businesses across virtually every industry and every corner of the planet. At a time in history when we are all struggling to think about what the future holds, Andrew provides us with a crucial reminder that as leaders, we must be consciously and consistently future proofing our businesses, not just during times of crisis. Using real life examples and Andrew’s own global client base, we explore the biggest mistakes companies are making right now, why we must know how to adapt to survive an...
2021-08-1552 min
Propelling PerformanceShaping your future with governanceIn Episode Eight, Rob speaks with Ken Weldin about shaping your future with governance. Ken shares his advice on the best approach to embedding good governance into your mid-tier business, by considering governance as a strategic approach to shaping the future of your organisation. Ken details some of the fears that hold organisations back, real-life examples of bad governance we have seen in the last 12-18 months and the key actions you can take to get started. He simplifies the process, concepts and language surrounding governance, so it is relevant and relatable – ‘keep it simple and use concepts that your...
2021-07-2638 min
Propelling PerformanceGrowth Through Strategic AcquisitionIn Episode Seven, Rob speaks with Warren Otter, founder of Otter and Associates. This boutique Business Growth Advisory firm helps guide SME businesses to grow profitably and increase business wealth, in a short period of time, reducing their stress and improving their lifestyle. In this episode, Warren shares insights into the advantages of a strategic acquisition, exploring key points for businesses looking to grow and how to evaluate and maximise opportunities.“I look at this point of view… what is the owner's strategy for the next five or 10 years? That's why I've always termed this strategic acqu...
2021-06-2042 min
Propelling PerformanceHow to maximise marketing to mumsIn Episode Six, Rob speaks with Founder of Marketing to Mums, Katrina McCarter. Katrina is a wealth of information about Australia’s most influential market segment – mums. In this episode, Katrina shares insights, gained through in-depth market research, on the changing mum market, to give businesses the latest information on tailoring their marketing messages more effectively to mums.“It's about getting the right information available and accessible to these prospective mums, on the right channels. It's so vital that you have a clear understanding of which segment of the mum market you're trying to reach...
2021-06-0233 min
Propelling PerformanceHelping entrepreneurs drive business transformationIn Episode Five, Rob explores business transformation with former CEO of T2 and Dimple, Nick Beckett. Nick has spent 15 years working in fast growth and innovation, applying his expertise in two highly successful companies, T2 and Dimple and working with Founder/Owners. He is proud to have played his part in building sustainable and scalable legacy businesses that have meaning and purpose.“The founder-led business… this is a business model that I actually love. I love working with these people… the ones who light the fire of opportunity. It's kind of a privilege to be invited into t...
2021-04-2845 min
Propelling PerformanceHow to tune your strategy for successIn Episode Four, Rob dives into strategy with one of the top eight innovation thought leaders in the world, Kaihan Krippendorff.Founder of growth strategy and innovation consulting firm Outthinker, member of the prestigious Thinkers50 Radar group and finalist for the Thinkers50 Distinguished Achievement Award in Innovation in 2019, Kaihan Krippendorff lives and breathes strategy every day.“Strategy is not like science or medicine where we have agreement on what terms are and should be. I believe we should look at strategy as a living breathing thing – an ongoing exploration, where we intr...
2021-04-1242 min
Propelling PerformanceBuilding culture and performance during fast growthIn Episode Three of the Propelling Performance Podcast, Rob and CEO and Managing Director of UCS Group, Stephen Ellich discuss Stephen’s journey from corporate leadership to management of high growth, family-owned business, UCS. Stephen shares his journey of leadership; how he has created exceptional engagement, insights into motivating and leading high performance teams, as well as reflections on the company’s performance and success during the COVID pandemic.“When you get into an organisation the size and nature of UCS, everything's connected. It's a very personal, relationship, one that is about buildin...
2021-03-2439 min
Propelling PerformanceRedefining peak performanceIn Episode Two of the Propelling Performance Podcast, Rob and Peak Performance Coach, Eric Partaker discuss practical strategies and mindset changes to help leaders operate at a peak level without sacrificing their health and relationships.“If you're on your deathbed - or suddenly given five more minutes of life - there's not a single person who would say, ‘Would you mind passing my laptop, so I can fire off a few more emails?’ In that moment, your soul speaks whatever is truly, deeply most important to you.” – Eric Partaker In Nov...
2021-03-0841 min
Propelling PerformanceWelcome to the Propelling Performance PodcastThanks for checking out the Propelling Performance Podcast. Here's a short explanation of the objective of my show and the value you'll gain by digging a little deeper into topics covered in my first business book, Propelling Performance.
2021-02-1400 min
Propelling PerformanceHow to analyse, protect and use your business’ intellectual assetsIn Episode One of the Propelling Performance Podcast, Rob and Intellectual Property expert, Andrew Chalet discuss the ‘hidden’ value in your business, and how to protect it and use it to your advantage. “In business, people have to examine where their value is being created - protect it and use it and not waste it. That's the key.” - Andrew Chalet Listen to discover:Typical barriers to assessing Intellectual Property How to identify your Intellectual Property assetsRecognising the value in your businessThe advantages of an external Intellectual Property Audit How an...
2021-02-1433 min