Earlier this year, more than 100 entrepreneurs and business people from around Australia braved the cold and isolation for a ‘think tank’ in Antarctica.
James Tuckerman was one such entrepreneur embracing the once-in-a-life-time chance to talk to other leaders from a range of different backgrounds and industries.
He says it was the perfect setting to form business connections and appreciate what matters most in business and in life. We spoke with James for our April 2015 edition of Business Essentials. He explains the lessons he took from the journey.
Welcome to the second edition of Nick’s Notes, and thank you for your feedback on the first edition last month.
April Fool’s Day Confession
Being April Fool’s Day, I reflect on a time when I was a “fool” in business on the back of the interview with the Fair Work Ombudsman, Lynda McAlary-Smith. She advocates joining industry associations and Chambers of Commerce – I wish I’d been a “joiner” when I started a business 10 years ago.
Welcome Back Chris Ashmore
We recently welcomed back Chris Ashmore to the Business Essentials Media Production team after a break of 12 years that took him to Tokyo. I’m delighted to introduce him in his new role of Producer/Business Development Manager.
April Edition Of Business Essentials
The April edition of Business Essentials is online and in response to subscribers requesting more interviews with successful entrepreneurs – we’ve got three this month. From a think-tank in Antarctica attended by James Tuckerman, to ex-Olympic skier Peter Forras who now sells ski gear around the world, and a confession from Andrew Griffiths who tells his own story of falling into the trap of putting too many eggs in one basket. Plus many more interviews designed to help you grow your business.
I hope you find value in the interviews this month and I look forward to speaking to you next month.
Let’s hope it never ever happens, but with all the awareness now around terrorism and terror attacks, have you considered what you would do if your business was targeted?
We spoke with Professor Greg Barton of the Global Terrorism Research Centre at Monash University for our March edition of Business Essentials. The chance of attack is tiny, but it’s well worth being prepared. For example, are doors that are supposed to be locked, actually locked? Are doors that should be open, open?
Welcome to the first edition of Nick’s Notes, a video blog series through which I’ll be sharing my experiences as a small business owner, update you on our news and respond directly to your feedback.
Video Production In Our Brand New Studio
This first edition was filmed in our brand new video studio. Having our own studio for the first time in our 30 year history, including a green screen, means our video production services for small businesses are now even more versatile AND cost effective.
New Website Feature – “Play All”
Following helpful feedback from subscribers about our website, there is now a “Play All” button at the top of each month’s list of interviews which will make listening in the car from phones and tablets much easier and safer. Check out this new feature when you listen to the March edition of Business Essentials.
March Edition Of Business Essentials
Our March edition of Business Essentials is now online and I hope you enjoy and find value in the interviews this month. Professor Neville Norman is back, and I’d like to draw your attention to the start of his interview where he responds to feedback about his absence from a couple of editions in 2014. Our March edition is jam packed with essential information so I’ll let you get listening.
Don’t hesitate to share or comment on this video (or the March edition of Business Essentials) and I look forward to making contact with you next month.
Earlier this year, more than 100 entrepreneurs and business people from around Australia braved the cold and isolation for a ‘think tank’ in Antarctica.