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#12 | From Scotland to Success: Joseph Healy's Journey
Guest: Joseph Healy
Date of recording: 9 January 2025
Summary:
In our first episode for 2025, Joseph Healy, co-founder of Judo Bank, shares his journey from Scotland to Australia, discussing his early life, the transition from sports to banking,and the cultural adaptation he experienced upon moving. He reflects on his extensive banking career and the motivations behind founding Judo Bank, emphasising the importance of resilience, teamwork, and a commitment to serving the community. Joseph's insights into entrepreneurship and the challenges faced in building a new bank provide valuable lessons for aspiring business leaders. In this conversation, Joseph Healy discusses the state of SMEs in Australia, the importance of relationship banking, and the lessons learned from the Banking Royal Commission. He emphasises the need for a hybrid banking model that combines technology with human engagement. Healy also shares insights on mental health advocacy and his plans to launch a new mental health services company. Additionally, he highlights the unique attributes of the migrant mindset and its significance in entrepreneurship.
Keywords:
Joseph Healy, Judo Bank, entrepreneurship, banking, SME, resilience, cultural adaptation, mental health, Australia, mental health, migrant mindset
Chapters:
02:55 - Early life and influences in Scotland
05:47 - Transition from sports to banking
09:47 - Journey to Australia
15:44 - Shift from banking to entrepreneurship
20:08 - Building Judo Bank
24:33 - State of SMEs in Australia
28:07 - Importance of relationship banking
30:44 - Lessons from the Banking Royal Commission
33:01 - Navigating the COVID-19 Pandemic
35:11 - Advocacy for mental health
39:01 - Launching a new mental health venture
43:00 - Migrant mindset and entrepreneurship
Acknowledgments:
Our heartfelt thanks to Joseph Healy for so generously volunteering his time, and for imparting his knowledgeand insights!
As always, many thanks to our editor, Ryan Prestipino of Fallen Pine Studio, for his amazing work behind the scenes.
And of course, thank you to our listeners, without which this podcast would simply not exist.
If you have any feedback or suggestions, we would love to hear from you - call us on (03) 9063 2240 or visit www.lawgration.com.au.
Disclaimer:
This content is intended to be for general informational purposes only, and all content is current at the time of recording and subject to change without prior notice. While LawGration is an Incorporated Legal Practice, we are not aware of your personal circumstances, needs or goals, and information contained in this post should not be construedas legal, immigration or other advice. Before acting on any information in this post, you should always query whether it is relevant to your circumstances and consult an Australian immigration lawyer or registered migration agent.
The views and/or opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of LawGration, or any other organisation that they represent or are otherwise affiliated with.
In the event that content is marked as ‘promotional’, unless expressly stated, LawGration does not in any way endorse any third party or their offerings.
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By LawGrationGuest: Joseph Healy
Date of recording: 9 January 2025
Summary:
In our first episode for 2025, Joseph Healy, co-founder of Judo Bank, shares his journey from Scotland to Australia, discussing his early life, the transition from sports to banking,and the cultural adaptation he experienced upon moving. He reflects on his extensive banking career and the motivations behind founding Judo Bank, emphasising the importance of resilience, teamwork, and a commitment to serving the community. Joseph's insights into entrepreneurship and the challenges faced in building a new bank provide valuable lessons for aspiring business leaders. In this conversation, Joseph Healy discusses the state of SMEs in Australia, the importance of relationship banking, and the lessons learned from the Banking Royal Commission. He emphasises the need for a hybrid banking model that combines technology with human engagement. Healy also shares insights on mental health advocacy and his plans to launch a new mental health services company. Additionally, he highlights the unique attributes of the migrant mindset and its significance in entrepreneurship.
Keywords:
Joseph Healy, Judo Bank, entrepreneurship, banking, SME, resilience, cultural adaptation, mental health, Australia, mental health, migrant mindset
Chapters:
02:55 - Early life and influences in Scotland
05:47 - Transition from sports to banking
09:47 - Journey to Australia
15:44 - Shift from banking to entrepreneurship
20:08 - Building Judo Bank
24:33 - State of SMEs in Australia
28:07 - Importance of relationship banking
30:44 - Lessons from the Banking Royal Commission
33:01 - Navigating the COVID-19 Pandemic
35:11 - Advocacy for mental health
39:01 - Launching a new mental health venture
43:00 - Migrant mindset and entrepreneurship
Acknowledgments:
Our heartfelt thanks to Joseph Healy for so generously volunteering his time, and for imparting his knowledgeand insights!
As always, many thanks to our editor, Ryan Prestipino of Fallen Pine Studio, for his amazing work behind the scenes.
And of course, thank you to our listeners, without which this podcast would simply not exist.
If you have any feedback or suggestions, we would love to hear from you - call us on (03) 9063 2240 or visit www.lawgration.com.au.
Disclaimer:
This content is intended to be for general informational purposes only, and all content is current at the time of recording and subject to change without prior notice. While LawGration is an Incorporated Legal Practice, we are not aware of your personal circumstances, needs or goals, and information contained in this post should not be construedas legal, immigration or other advice. Before acting on any information in this post, you should always query whether it is relevant to your circumstances and consult an Australian immigration lawyer or registered migration agent.
The views and/or opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of LawGration, or any other organisation that they represent or are otherwise affiliated with.
In the event that content is marked as ‘promotional’, unless expressly stated, LawGration does not in any way endorse any third party or their offerings.