Jason Cunningham’s special guest on this week’s edition of the Save My Business podcast, presented by Xero, is the Managing Director of the Mathieson Group Craig Mathieson.

It’s a rare insight into a man who has built on the equally low-key success of his father, a humble glazier who turned adversity into opportunity.

Craig tells Jason about his upbringing, his introduction to the business world, his philosophy, what drives him, and what keeps him awake at night.

They also discuss Craig’s two recreational passions: the Carlton Football Club and horseracing.

There’s plenty to learn and some good, solid advice in this edition of the Save My Business podcast.

Jason Cunningham’s special guest on this week’s edition of the Save My Business podcast, presented by Xero, is comedian Joe Avati.

Joe shares his fascinating story of how a shy Italian boy who wanted to be a rock star. but got an honours degree in food science, became an internationally successful comedian.

As he tells Jason, he applied himself to the business of comedy so that not only did he diversify his income streams but became an entrepreneur and promoter along the way.

You’ll appreciate how understanding the landscape you’re operating within – and your target market – coupled with sound decision making is the ‘secret’ to success in any endeavour.

And you might just be surprised at how universally applicable Joe’s three key business tips are.

Jason Cunningham’s special guest on this week’s edition of the Save My Business podcast, presented by Xero, is neurologist and medi-tech entrepreneur Dr Patrick Aouad.

Pat and his business partner, Danny Mann, have created a revolutionary model for the delivery of holistic healthcare: Australia’s first virtual clinic.

Pat is passionate about providing care in a way that contributes to both the wellbeing of patients and the productivity of businesses by delivering healthcare services directly to employees in their workplaces.

In his chat with Jason, Pat explains his motivation, his approach, and why he believes it’s imperative for businesses to invest in their employees’ wellbeing.

He’s a man with vision and drive and it’s easy to see why he’s at the forefront of a significant change to what has been the traditional model of healthcare delivery.

Jason Cunningham’s special guest on this week’s edition of the Save My Business podcast, presented by Xero, is actor and TV presenter Dan McPherson.

He recounts his personal journey, including the recent adversity of the pandemic, returning to Sydney after a decade in Los Angeles, the birth of his first child, and the breakdown of his marriage.

Dan tells Jason how he’s taken chances, handled success and rejection, made decisions, and remained grounded and true to himself.

He talks about the importance of family, particularly in light of fatherhood, and how his background as a triathlete has influenced his life and career.

There are some fascinating insights – and some interesting anecdotes – about how he’s navigated an industry that can take a toll on a person’s self-confidence, and how perseverance can pay off.

Jason Cunningham’s special guest on this week’s edition of the Save My Business podcast, presented by Xero, is best-selling author Louise Bedford.

Hear how Louise was faced with a life-changing health challenge, losing the use of her arms and needing a full-time carer, and used the adversity to refocus and launch her 20-plus year career as a share trader.

Louise shares some of her life and business philosophies, including how Jason’s advice helped save and strengthen her business partnership.

In a wide-ranging chat, Louise and Jason discuss managing money, looking after yourself, helping others, work-life balance, raising children, dealing with adversity, and more.

Jason Cunningham’s special guest on this week’s edition of the Save My Business podcast, presented by Xero, is high-profile Melbourne hairdresser Joey Scandizzo.

Hear how a high-school dropout found his passion in hairdressing and went on to build a business empire.

Joey shares the secrets of his success and offers insights into how to identify and retain good people, how to find and make the most of new opportunities, and how to handle adversity.

Find out how Joey and his partners started a line with one product and are now selling something like 30 different products in 32 countries … and you’ll love his story about being put under the pump by Priscilla Presley!