Bob Cheek is a former politician, published author and successful businessman. At 65 years old, when most people are looking towards retirement Bob found himself running a small local gym at a loss. On a whim and desperate for change he booked himself a flight to the US after identifying an opportunity in a fitness magazine. Fast forward 8 years, Zap fitness and the 24/7 gym concept was introduced in Tasmania. 37 Gyms, 30,000 members and a business eventually sold for over $50 Million dollars...
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Bob Cheek is a former politician, published author and successful businessman. At 65 years old, when most people are looking towards retirement Bob found himself running a small local gym at a loss. On a whim and desperate for change he booked himself a flight to the US after identifying an opportunity in a fitness magazine. Fast forward 8 years, Zap fitness and the 24/7 gym concept was introduced in Tasmania. 37 Gyms, 30,000 members and a business eventually sold for over $50 Million dollars...
Bob Cheek is a former politician, published author and successful businessman. At 65 years old, when most people are looking towards retirement Bob found himself running a small local gym at a loss. On a whim and desperate for change he booked himself a flight to the US after identifying an opportunity in a fitness magazine. Fast forward 8 years, Zap fitness and the 24/7 gym concept was introduced in Tasmania. 37 Gyms, 30,000 members and a business eventually sold for over $50 Million dollars...
Dick Smith is one of Australia's most successful entrepreneurs, adventurers and philanthropists. He's worked with prime ministers, broke world aviation records, flown over Everest and is a companion of the order of Australia. His businesses have sold for over $60 Million dollars and cover international cities from Hong Kong to the USA. This is an incredible opportunity to hear first hand from a national trust living treasure. Listen in as Dick recounts his journey through business, his incred...
Janine Allis is one of Australia's most recognised business names. Boost Juice founder, Celebrity Apprentice Advisor, Shark Tank Judge and Australian Survivior contestant. Starting her business back in 2000 from her kitchen table aged 32, she led the business to over 580 stores across 13 countries with an annual turnover more than $125 Million with no previous business experience. In this brilliant chat, we cover everything from her inspiring business journey as well as some fantastic s...
Dale Alcock is a West Australian success story. He heads up 20 companies with more than 1400 employees and his personal fortune is valued at over $280 Million dollars. Commencing his career as an apprentice bricklayer, Dale is one of Australia's most respected business owners and home builders. As chairman of AFL club The Fremantle Dockers, Dale is also leading another professional organisation to success. He has amassed great success in business by focusing on his reputation and ensuri...
If you are a leader of people in any organisation, this comes with challenges. Some of us find ourselves in these positions and some of us seek them out. Regardless of your leadership journey, an awareness and a willingness to improve your skillset can only benefit your organisation and more importantly your people. Leadership expert and amazon best selling author Gary Ryan shares his experience and insight on servant leadership, how to change your approach to your people to improve performan...
Dr Ric Charlesworth is an Australian Coaching Legend. Between 1994 and 2014 he was awarded 'coach of the year' 8 times. He is the author of 5 books on leadership and management having led the Australian Hockey team to World Cup, Olympic and Commonwealth Games success. One of Australia's most recognized authorities in leadership and high performing teams, he knows a thing or two about elite performance at the highest level. Don't miss the opportunity to hear from a highly successful lead...
Rick Hart is a retail success story. The Rick Hart Group had 18 stores, 300 staff and a turnover of $180 Million Dollars in the household goods and electronics industry. Rick shares his business story and his approach to business that allowed him to become the go to electrical retailer in WA. It's a fascinating story and gives anyone in business an insight into a highly competitive and cut throat industry. This episode provides great value to any small business owner looking to scale th...
Jim Penman is the man and the name behind Jim's Mowing, one of Australia's most recognised franchise success stories. As founder and CEO he has grown the business to over 40 divisions in 4 countries with more than 4400 franchisees and a turnover of over $500 Million. This is a fantastic opportunity to hear from the man himself and how aged 28 years old he started his business journey to success. We discuss why transparency and values are essential in business, how having a buoyant character c...
Founded in 1999 The Margaret River Chocolate Factory is recognised as one of WA's iconic tourism brands with over 1 Million visitors every year. Listen in as I talk with the founder Martin Black about growing the business, the startup story and how this fantastic business became a household name in Western Australia. Some great wisdom and an opportunity to learn real experiences from a genuine and inspiring business success story. Don't forget to leave us a review, subscribe and follow ...
Muzz Buzz is Perth's first and most successful drive thru coffee business. CEO Warren Reynolds joins me to discuss how the franchise business grew to having 36 stores throughout WA. Listen in as he explains the journey and challenges of growing the concept and adapting to change. A fantastic business built on customer convenience and another example of someone taking the punt to try something new in business, with great success. So many great tips, insight and another great business story. Do...
Selling his house to fund Perth's Internet Startup in 2017 and then building towers to deliver faster internet to WA, Stephen Cornish shares his start up journey. Listen in as we chat business, scaling the organization and his motivation behind taking the punt and ' Fixing the internet' With a recent ASX valuation of the business at $66 Million, this is a fantastic opportunity to listen in and learn from another successful WA Business Owner and entrepreneur. Why did they start the business? H...
Iris Smit is a WA Beauty Entrepreneur and a female business success story. After identifying a problem with women's makeup, she created a product from scratch from home and scaled the business into a $15 million dollar international enterprise - The Quick Flick. Iris is awesome and shares some real answers and insight into the process in an open, honest and inspiring manner. If you are a business owner looking to scale your business or someone who needs some motivation to take the next step, ...
This one is not to be missed. John Hughes is a 60 year veteran in business, amassing a personal fortune of $324 Million. At 86 years old he operates one of Australia's most successful automotive businesses. The John Hughes group sell around 15,000 cars every year and are the largest single location motor vehicle retail company in Oz. Listen in as we chat around his business story, his principles for business and how he manages the expectation and weight of having his name on every car h...
Have you ever wondered why sometimes things just work out? No matter what you do, you land on your feet and business momentum continues. Or maybe you are having a tougher time of it and slogging it out, trying to make it all fit with no results. Is it a matter of timing, mindset or is it something greater? In a business world where every second counts, timing and the ability to make educated decisions will only improve your business success. Jeanette Han is a certified astrologist of 20 years...
Are you looking to improve your business performance and wellbeing? Business is a long and tough journey and as a business owner you need to use everything available to you. Feeling better can lead to clarity, focus and ultimately an increase in your levels of performance. Cherie Ha is a holistic nutrition coach who has been helping business owners develop a better relationship with their food and body through nutrition, mindset and lifestyle modifications. Listen in as Cherie talks about wel...
Inventor, Podiatrist and Pharmacist Marie Lewis was an absolute joy to talk with. Her energy and enthusiasm for her business was infectious and this episode will have you smiling. Listen to her share her story of co-inventing a product to solve a problem, travelling to China to have it manufactured whilst being a mum, then working her way onto TV's Shark Tank and landing a deal with millionaire Andrew Banks. Marie also talks about solving problems for her clients, her passion for ...
Carmen Braidwood is THE Confidence on Camera Coach. After over 20 years as a Perth TV presenter and radio host, she definitely knows how to help you articulate your message and get it out there on video. You are going to hear us discuss authenticity, phobias and learn why as a business owner, you need to start sharing you message, but more importantly how to do it effectively. This was an awesome chat with another expert willing to share their time and knowledge with you. Don't forget to leav...
Outback splash is Perth's favourite water park destination, home to the maze and some of the most thrilling waterslide experiences in WA. Listen in as owner Paul Woodcock talks about getting the original approval through council and putting the rides together from the ground up himself, literally building a theme park. Theres also some great business stories from Mark Gill and Marky Salinas on this same bumper episode. Its a great episode. Don't forget to leave us a review, subscribe an...
Love it or Hate it, public speaking is something we can all become better at through practice, planning and preparation. Lisa Evans is an experienced public speaking professional trainer and offers training and coaching to help you as a leader and a business owner. Tune in as Lisa offers fantastic value, tips and expert knowledge to help you improve this skill and enhance your confidence. Lisa also shares her business story and the challenges she encountered along the way with some pers...
Do you want to reset, feel better and improve your energy ? Erin explains Breathwork, what it is and how the process can help you as a person and help your business. Erin is a small business owner and understands the small business journey and the challenges we face. This is an exciting opportunity to learn about the breathwork process and it was a fun and an amazing conversation. Thankyou Erin. Don't forget to leave us a review, subscribe and follow the show here http://www.businessgrowthper...
Bob Cheek is a former politician, published author and successful businessman. At 65 years old, when most people are looking towards retirement Bob found himself running a small local gym at a loss. On a whim and desperate for change he booked himself a flight to the US after identifying an opportunity in a fitness magazine. Fast forward 8 years, Zap fitness and the 24/7 gym concept was introduced in Tasmania. 37 Gyms, 30,000 members and a business eventually sold for over $50 Million dollars...
