Mark interviews our Kiwi friend, Michael Ahie, who has one of the most energising catchphrases of any in-demand leader we know: "I dont do busy". Michael discusses the ways in which he, as a truly busy person, has the state of not being busy down to a fine art.

Today we met with long-time colleague and friend, Andrew Mackenzie, for a brief chat on the world of business coaching - where does it fit, how has it changed, what has he experienced; plus some light-hearted banter amongst the three of us.

Chris & Mark share a range of everyday experiences where our expectations are either met, exceeded or missed; and discuss what is the true impact of these states for staff, customers and colleagues.

We discuss the overriding emotional states that business owners go through as their business develops over time. We set the expectation for your emotional roller coaster ride and look at what to do when it all seems too hard.

When business owners need to shift their role into something else, there can be many fears, pitfalls and false starts. Chris and Mark discuss some ways to minimise these.

Chris and Mark discuss the topic of 'Positioning' and the impact on your business model. We look at examples where businesses have got it right & wrong.

Chris and Mark discuss the place for coaching in the workplace and uncover the differences between coaching and other common professional services in training, consulting, mentoring and facilitating.

Chris and Mark discuss the role that 'ego' plays in business (both negative and postitive) and what are some of the pitfalls to avoid. 

Chris and Mark discuss the topic of 'Positioning' and the impact on your business model. We look at examples where businesses have got it right & wrong.