What separates entrepreneurs who break through from those who get stuck?

JT Foxx, serial entrepreneur, global business coach, and AI innovator, joins the Australian Business Show to share candid insights and straightforward advice for anyone serious about building lasting success.

In this episode, JT reveals:

- Why failure is only final if you stop trying
- How to avoid costly business mistakes most entrepreneurs don’t see coming
- The power of focused action over chasing multiple ideas
- Why smart risk-taking beats playing it safe every time
- How AI is reshaping the future of business and what you need to know today

If you’re after realistic advice on navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, this episode offers valuable perspectives.

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What separates great business leaders from the average?

Hugh Hilton, global dealmaker and business transformation expert, joins Nick on the Australian Business Show for a powerhouse conversation you won’t want to miss.

From restructuring a $1.2 billion company and wiping $65 million in debt in just 45 days, to reinventing broken operations with strategy and creativity—Hugh shares the mindset and tools that separate average leaders from great ones.

In this episode, Hugh opens up about:

The underrated power of curiosity and creative thinking in business

Why most companies fail before they even realise it

What roll-ups and acquisitions really mean for long-term growth

The one phrase that closes more deals than a polished sales pitch

This episode is a must-listen for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone serious about building resilient, high-impact businesses.

In this episode of The Australian Business Show, Chris Christofi, entrepreneur and founder and CEO of Reventon, joins Nick for a dynamic collaboration podcast.

Chris shares his incredible journey from dropping out of school to becoming a successful business owner. He dives into the power of business mindset, the importance of getting comfortable with discomfort, and the fine line between luck and hard work.

Chris offers valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs, discussing how resilience and a willingness to take risks can drive success. Tune in for an inspiring conversation filled with practical advice and a fresh perspective on building wealth and success.

You can find out more about Chris here:
https://chrischristofi.com.au/podcast/
Relentless: Life on Your Terms 
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/relentless-life-on-your-terms/id1527216556 

On this episode of The Australian Business Show, Dr. Pat Aouad joins Nick Stehr to talk about Pat’s journey into business, how luck contributes to success, learning when to take advice, how to navigate the age of the individual, how CU Health is changing healthcare, the importance of investing in employee wellbeing, and balancing flexible work conditions.

Dr Patrick Aouad is a consultant specialist neurologist, CEO, Co-Founder of CU Health, and Founder and Lead Presenter for Physician Central. He has worked in the public and private hospital system, with expertise in general neurology, multiple sclerosis, and neuroimmunology.

Prior to Co-Founding CU Health, Pat served as Co-Founder and Managing Director of Loxley Health. He currently serves as the Director of Medicine on the Medical Advisory Committee of North Shore Private Hospital, and is a Research Fellow at the University of Sydney.

Pat holds a Bachelor of Medical Science, a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, a Master of Philosophy, and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of Physicians.

He is passionate about improving patient outcomes, and equitable access to medicines and healthcare. When he is not working, he is with his family, spending time with his three young children.

Timestamp Segments

• [02:03] Pat’s journey into business.
• [08:48] What contributed to Pat’s success?
• [09:29] The truth about luck.
• [13:05] Fail faster.
• [18:26] Pat’s general practices.
• [21:43] Building Advisory Boards.
• [26:39] The age of the individual.
• [33:45] What is CU Health?
• [37:22] The cost of healthcare.
• [42:43] Investing in wellbeing.
• [45:56] Getting to know a business.
• [48:27] Working from home.

Notable Quotes

• “Luck is when inspiration meets opportunity.”
• “A smart man learns from his mistakes, but a genius learns from other people’s mistakes.”
• “If you invest in the mental and physical wellbeing of your team… the number of people problems you have will go down.”
• “Leaders… are just people that bring people together.”

Relevant Links

Dr. Patrick Aouad.

CU Health.

On this episode of The Australian Business Show, Dan Copsey joins Nick Stehr to talk about his journey into starting 10+ businesses, managing the recruitment process, advocating for the regulation of the marketing industry, what it takes to earn freedom, navigating the age of the individual, and how to become better at overcoming challenges.

With over a decade of experience in advertising and digital marketing, Dan Copsey is a visionary leader dedicated to innovation and creating meaningful impact. As the CEO and founder of multiple ventures, Dan has consistently pushed boundaries, inspired diverse audiences, and driven sustainable growth.

Dan’s journey is marked by a deep commitment to social impact, extending beyond the corporate sphere. He believes in the power of collective intelligence, collaboration, and unwavering support, echoing Isaac Newton’s reflection, “If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.” This philosophy has fuelled his achievements and inspired his continuous pursuit of excellence.

Eager to connect with professionals who share his fervour for innovation, impact, and transformation, Dan is always exploring new opportunities to redefine the contours of advertising, marketing, and social impact.

Timestamp Segments

• [01:28] Reach Outreach Program.
• [06:52] Dan’s background.
• [13:03] Making a bad hire.
• [18:19] The shady marketing industry.
• [22:50] Providing lifetime value.
• [25:37] From construction to business.
• [29:21] Earning freedom.
• [32:11] The learning mindset.
• [34:09] Where Dan finds the time.
• [37:00] Making sacrifices.
• [39:39] The age of the individual.
• [44:14] Time in the seat.

Notable Quotes

• “You’re only as good as your last job.”
• “Business is not for everybody.”
• “Business doesn’t get easier. You just get better at it.”
• “You become the sum of those that you associate with.”

Relevant Links

Dan Copsey.

dancopsey.com.

Episode Summary

On this episode of The Australian Business Show, Adam Schwab joins Nick Stehr to talk about his journey from law to business, founder mode vs manager mode, how much luck is needed to succeed, how Luxury Escapes filled a void in the travel market, innovating business during challenging times, recruiting and retaining quality people, and Adam’s ideal dinner party guests.

Adam is the Co-Founder and CEO of Luxury Escapes, the Non-Executive Director at Lux Everyday, Co-Founder of the Digicit Melbourne Chapter, Non-Executive Director of Myeloma Australia, and Venture Partner at Aura Group, as well as Investment Committee Member of Save The Children Australia, Mentor at Startmate, and the Co-Host of The Contrarians Podcast. He also Co-Founded MyTable (acquired by Menulog and later sold to JustEat) and Living Corporate Apartments.

In 2010, Adam released his Amazon Bestseller, Pigs at The Trough: Lessons from Australia’s Decade of Corporate Greed. Since 2014, he has been on the BRW Young Rich list, and in 2015, CEO Magazine named him the Australian Young Executive of the Year.

In his spare time, Adam runs Melbourne Marathons barefoot to raise funds for the Myeloma Foundation of Australia.

Timestamp Segments

• [00:43] Adam’s background.
• [03:27] How Adam finds the time.
• [07:18] Getting into business.
• [11:30] Founder Mode.
• [14:44] The luck factor.
• [19:42] Finding the travel niche.
• [22:43] Defining luck.
• [26:06] Scaling a business during challenging times.
• [32:05] Recruiting and retaining quality people.
• [40:59] How challenges have changed over time.
• [46:57] What’s driving Adam?
• [48:59] Who would Adam invite to a dinner party?
• [49:45] The Contrarians Podcast.

Notable Quotes

• “Luck is the biggest thing.”
• “Luck is […] being at the right place at the right time.”
• “If it’s not working for the employer, it’s probably not working for the employee.”

Relevant Links

Adam Schwab.

luxuryescapes.com.

thecontrarianspod.com.

Episode Summary

On this episode of The Australian Business Show, Joseph Foster joins Nick Stehr to talk about lessons he’s faced during his journey, technology’s effect on the modern way of life, how the sports industry has evolved throughout his career, Reebok’s move into the USA, and the power of marketing.

In 1958, with his late brother, Jeff, Joe Foster founded Reebok, the iconic fitness footwear and clothing brand. The Reebok brand has featured as a sponsor for major sports teams in Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, England, Germany, India, Mexico, New Zealand, Paraguay, Uruguay, USA, and Wales, and has been worn by prominent personalities, including Jane Fonda, Ariana Grande, Shaquille O’Neal, Gin Miller, Andriy Shevchenko, Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Ryan Giggs, Thierry Henry, Venus Williams, Jay-Z, 50 Cent, Victoria Beckham, and Cardi B.

Timestamp Segments

• [02:07] Joe’s top lessons.
• [04:12] Travelling away from family.
• [05:39] How technology has changed the way of life.
• [10:41] How has the nature of business changed?
• [14:29] Reebok in the 90s.
• [16:19] Reebok’s history.
• [17:42] Stephen Rubin and Paul Fireman.
• [21:31] Too many presidents.
• [22:41] Bringing in shareholders.
• [27:13] The power of marketing.

Notable Quotes

• “Kids, in particular, they don’t want to be told how to do things.”
• “The only problem with Reebok is, we’ve had more presidents than a Latin American state.”
• “Advertising should always ask a question.”

Relevant Links

reebokthefounder.com.

Episode Summary

On this episode of The Australian Business Show, David M. Walker joins Nick Stehr to talk about the vital role of the Comptroller General, the parallels between the Roman Empire and the USA, the tragic recent events and their effect on the upcoming US elections*, the threat of the Modern Monetary Theory, and the major government changes that are required.

*Please note that this episode was recorded before Joe Biden stepped down from the U.S. Presidential race. 

Dave Walker is the former Comptroller General of the United States and head of the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO). He is the founder and CEO of the Comeback America Initiative, and a member of several government and non-profit boards and advisory committees. He is also a best-selling author, award-winning speaker, frequent media commentator, Op-Ed writer, and Congressional witness.

Timestamp Segments

·       [02:09] What is the Comptroller General?

·       [03:58] The challenges of enduring empires.

·       [05:31] The upcoming US elections.

·       [08:03] Modern Monetary Theory.

·       [09:21] What needs to happen next?

Notable Quotes

·       “We need to learn from history, we need to learn from others, and we need to recognise reality.”

·       “The Secret Service should either resign or be fired.”

·       “If you don’t charge, don’t do it.”

·       “We need to deregulate.”

Relevant Links

America in 2040: Still A Superpower? A Pathway to Success.

keepingamericagreat.org.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-m-walker-9a30888/

Episode Summary

On this episode of The Australian Business Show, Paul O’Brien joins Nick Stehr to talk about AirPhysio’s parabolic growth, how Paul found the gap in the market, the power of listening to people, making life-changing differences in people’s lives, the importance of health education, balancing the commercial demand with the social responsibility, and the future of AirPhysio.

In 2015, Paul co-founded AirPhysio. By 2017, AirPhysio was awarded the Best Product Award at the Yiwu Import Trade Fair, the Start-Up Business of The Year Award at the Optus MyBusiness award ceremony. AirPhysio devices have gone on to become sought-after complementary treatment options for people living with respiratory conditions. In 2021, Paul co-founded Better Breathing Sport, aiming to provide athletes with enhanced performance through improved lung health.

Timestamp Segments

·       [02:42] Paul’s military background.

·       [04:29] Getting into the market.

·       [10:39] AirPhysio’s peak.

·       [12:35] Marketing strategies.

·       [14:19] The power of listening to people.

·       [18:08] The 3 levels of listening.

·       [19:39] Mastering the skill of listening.

·       [22:52] The start of AirPhysio’s parabolic growth.

·       [28:35] Who are the real customers?

·       [32:25] Expanding to 85 countries.

·       [35:42] Affiliate marketing post-iOS14.

·       [37:07] Providing education around lung issues.

·       [40:16] Funding rapid growth.

·       [48:09] Commercial demand and social responsibility.

·       [51:31] What’s next?

·       [55:47] What is failure?

Notable Quotes

·       “Not one single GP, in all the areas we asked, even knew about this technology.”

·       “Success doesn’t have a recipe or a secret, but it leaves clues.”

·       “It takes money to change lives.”

·       “Failure is only failure if you don’t learn from it.”

Relevant Links

www.airphysio.com.

Paul O'Brien.

Episode Summary

On this episode of The Australian Business Show, David Guest joins Nick Stehr to talk about the nature of business coaching industry, what to look for in a coach, how to build and grow a business, transitioning from self-employment to owning a business, starting a business with the end in mind, and the importance of setting goals.

In 2001, David founded Outcomes Business Group, with their vision of “Reinvigorating the Business Dream and Re-Lighting the Fire that Drives Business Growth.” He has gleaned his extensive business knowledge from reading thousands of books, studying and interviewing over 5000 successful business owners, and focusing on what really works, and has dedicated over 20,000 hours to helping other business owners in his coaching programs.

Timestamp Segments

·       [01:29] What makes a business coach?

·       [06:13] If you’re thinking of getting a coach…

·       [08:08] When someone isn’t coachable.

·       [12:31] Building and growing a business.

·       [17:19] Self-employed vs business owner.

·       [25:36] What will your business look like when it’s finished?

·       [33:38] The importance of setting goals.

·       [43:45] The three levels of goals.

Notable Quotes

·       “It’s hard to sustain a business in that space if you can’t deliver.”

·       “A business is an entity that generates a value that someone is willing to purchase.”

·       “Your business is just an extension of you.”

·       “I want to know your personal goals before I know your business goals.”

·       “Your life, in relation to the existence of the planet, is about half a second long.”

Relevant Links

outcomes.business.

David Guest.