Before we say, ‘That’s a wrap’ on the Boxers and Briefs podcast, we sit down for one last chat with co-founder and CEO of Gilligan Sheppard, Bruce Sheppard, to talk about the three key elements of a successful business: curiosity, community, and collaboration. 

In this episode, we talk about Gilligan Sheppard’s forty-year history, how curiosity drives innovation, the importance of community, and what successful collaboration looks like. 

LINKS 

https://gilligansheppard.co.nz/ 

When the Boxers and Briefs podcast first launched, we had two objectives: produce fifty-two episodes and help make business in New Zealand better. So, to celebrate fifty-one episodes, Lisa and Kelly reflect on the people they interviewed, the most memorable lessons and meaningful conversations, and discuss what’s next for the Boxers and Briefs podcast. 

LINKS 

https://gilligansheppard.co.nz/ 

When growth is stagnant in your business, sometimes it’s due to external circumstances, sometimes it’s you getting in your own way, and sometimes it’s giving time and energy to the wrong tasks and projects.  

In this episode of Boxers and Briefs, we sit down with Jon Randles to discuss business bottlenecks. Drawing from his journey of turning a six-figure deficit into a significant profit, Jon shares how businesses can identify bottlenecks limiting their growth and potential and break free from getting caught up in the day-to-day tasks. 

Jon Randles has had a diverse career, from being a telemarketer, GM of a language school, and a business banking manager for ANZ to co-owning a successful marketing agency. Today, Jon works as a business coach, advising people who are stuck in the daily grind without seeing much returns and helping them transform overwhelming jobs into scalable enterprises. 

LINKS 

https://jonrandles.co/  

https://gilligansheppard.co.nz/ 

Not every successful business is a big business, sometimes it’s not about scaling size but about scaling happiness. And no one knows this better than private investigator Liz Williams. 

In this episode of the Boxers and Briefs podcast, we are joined by Liz who shares her story of starting her own Investigating agency, how quickly her business grew, and the moment she realised having a large business wasn’t actually making her happy. We get into the steps she took towards downsizing, and how she measures success in her business today...the answer might just surprise you. 

Liz Williams is the co-owner of Williams Investigations, an Auckland-based Investigation company. She has 24 years of policing experience where she served as a Detective and Detective Sergeant. These days she is the main face of Williams Investigations, specialising in criminal investigations, employment investigations, insurance fraud, workplace mediation, document process serving, and locating individuals. Liz is also the author of two autobiographies, Does this make my gun look big? and Five Foot and Fearless. 

LINKS 

https://www.williamsinvestigations.nz/  

https://gilligansheppard.co.nz/ 

Imposter Syndrome is the pain in every business owner’s neck that never seems to disappear, no matter how much you try to get rid of it. We often think imposter syndrome affects new entrepreneurs the most, but the truth is it affects seasoned business owners just as much, if not more so. 

In this episode of the Boxers and Briefs podcast, we welcome back Monique Bradley to discuss how business owners can identify imposter syndrome, strategies to combat doubts and negative thinking, the double-edged sword of the "fake it until you make it" mindset, and more. 

Monique Bradley is a storyteller. Although a power to be reckoned with on stage, Monique struggled with her self-doubts behind the scenes until she learnt to embrace her personal story. Now, she teaches leaders, speakers, and business owners how to use the same storytelling power to build unshakeable confidence, inspire action, and stand out in their industry.  

LINKS 

https://moniquebradley.tv/  

https://gilligansheppard.co.nz/ 

When does a customer become more than a customer? When do they become loyal to the brand? When do they become a raving fan? And how do raving fans lead to business success? 

In this episode of the Boxers and Briefs podcast, we sit down with Bill Bain to discuss the philosophy of creating raving fans through great customer service and the role they play in growing your brand and building success. 

Bill Bain is the Founder of Alignz and a beloved team member here at Gilligan Sheppard. He specialises in coaching leadership teams and business executives to become better at what they do so they can enrich their teams and produce greater results. 

LINKS 

https://alignz.co.nz/  

https://gilligansheppard.co.nz/ 

In this episode of the Boxers and Briefs podcast, we are joined once again by Nicole Coyne to discuss the more subtle signs of workplace bullying, how they breed a toxic work environment, and what to do when you witness workplace bullying.  

Nicole is the Founder and Director of Tikumu Consulting and Coaching. Established in 2015, Nicole began her business owner journey with the goal of helping coach businesses to success. She has over 23 years of experience working in the franchise, strategy, and people coaching business and believes that people are always the most important asset in the business. 

LINKS 

https://www.tikumu.co.nz/  

https://gilligansheppard.co.nz/ 

One of the greatest challenges of being a business owner is knowing when to take a break. Too often, we fall into the cycle of overloading our plate and grinding nonstop until we drop. Why do we do this? To see our business grow and succeed, of course. But is this method effective or just a quick path to burnout? 

In this episode of the Boxers and Briefs podcast, Business coach Sophie Kaiser brings a whole new perspective to the saying “Work hard, play hard.” Through her experiences and expert knowledge, Sophie shares why business owners need to prioritise their health more and how dedicating time to rest and relaxation correlates to greater business success. 

Sophie Kaiser is the owner of Sophie K Coaching and founder of The Thrive Guide. She specialises in helping people access their “thrive zone,” the place where they're happy, energetic, and possess the resilience to handle whatever life throws at them.  

LINKS 

https://sophiek.co.nz/  

https://gilligansheppard.co.nz/ 

How do you apply for a mortgage when you’re self-employed? How hard is getting approval when you’re not on a regular salary? And what can business owners do to prepare for a mortgage application? Campbell reveals everything you need to know. 

Campbell Hastie is the owner and mortgage advisor of Hastie Mortgages and has been the energy behind the business since 2005. He specialises in making the process of applying for a mortgage as stress-free as possible. 

In this episode of the Boxers and Briefs podcast, we invite Cam to teach us about what business owners need to do when applying for a mortgage, how early they need to begin preparing, and what they need to consider when seeking to take out a mortgage.  

LINKS 
https://hastiemortgages.co.nz/  

https://gilligansheppard.co.nz/  

What is thought leadership? How’s it different from personal brand? And why are both vital for business owners? Clint Griffin shares his expertise. 

Clint is a strategic communications consultant with 30 years of experience. He has worked with global giants like Walmart and Unilever, and now, he helps Kiwi businesses develop winning communications strategies.  

In this episode of Boxers and Briefs, he defines thought leadership and personal brand, explains the difference between the two, and reveals why every business owner must engage with both.  

LINKS 
https://refinery23.nz/  

https://gilligansheppard.co.nz/