http://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/businesswomenOptus Business is proud to support the Australian Businesswomen's Network. Listen to podcasts from leading Businesswomen and help take your business to the next level.en-auOptus BizThinkTank 2011Mon, 21 May 2012 11:49:59 +1000Optus BizThinkTankOptus Business is proud to support the Australian Businesswomen's Network. Listen to podcasts from leading Businesswomen and help take your business to the next level.Aaron Wallisaaron.wallis@marksydney.comnohttp://c.btt.markcdn.com.auFri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +1100In this interview with Lindley Edwards, we discuss the power of the stories we tell about our business and that we weave around our lives, why asking the right questions is key to creating the future we want and how learning situations help us to create better narrative.In this interview with Lindley Edwards, we discuss the power of the stories we tell about our business and that we weave around our lives, why asking the right questions is key to creating the future we want and how learning situations help us to create better narrative.business, podcast, small, biz, think, tank, learning, narrative, power, http://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/abn/Australian_Businesswomens_Network_2011-07-26_Winning_Ways_to_Boost_Sales.mp3Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +1000"Quit selling" - that's the surprising advice from leading US sales coach Jack Daly. He says customers don't want to listen to a sales pitch, they want to be persuaded that you can help solve their problems.Speaker: Jack Daly, leading international sales expert"Quit selling" - that's the surprising advice from leading US sales coach Jack Daly. He says customers don't want to listen to a sales pitch, they want to be persuaded that you can help solve their problems.00:06:29sales advice, effective sales, sales, selling, planninghttp://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/abn/Australian_Businesswomens_Network_2011-06-16_Growing_through_acquisition.mp3Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +1000If you're ready for growth and have an acquisition in mind, tread very carefully. That warning from Dr Tom McKaskill, entrepreneur, educator, author and respected authority on all aspects of business growth. In this interview, Tom reminds listeners that many acquisitions fail without an effective strategy in place. Tom provides valuable insights into the factors that will make or break a successful acquisition, with important lessons for anyone about to embark on expansion. Speaker: Tom McKaskillIf you're ready for growth and have an acquisition in mind, tread very carefully. That warning from Dr Tom McKaskill, entrepreneur, educator, author and respected authority on all aspects of business growth. In this interview, Tom reminds listeners that many acquisitions fail without an effective strategy in place. Tom provides valuable insights into the factors that will make or break a successful acquisition, with important lessons for anyone about to embark on expansion. 00:06:35Aquisition, growth, Dr Tom McKaskill, podcast, expansionhttp://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/abn/Australian_Businesswomens_Network_2011-06-01_CATS_The_Nine_Lives_of_Innovation.mp3Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +1000Learn how to achieve fantastic new ideas that will take your business to a new level. In this interview, top selling US speaker and author Professor Lundin offers a highly refreshing approach. Speaker: Professor Stephen LundinLearn how to achieve fantastic new ideas that will take your business to a new level. In this interview, top selling US speaker and author Professor Lundin offers a highly refreshing approach. 00:06:19strategy, innovation, Stephen Lundin, podcast, ideas, innovatehttp://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/choices/Optus_Business_Matters_2011-05-25_Eight_Enemies_of_Engagement.wplWed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 +1000Satisfied employees can lead to more satisfied customers, which can translate in turn to an improved bottom line. That's what staff engagement is all about, and Kevin Panozza is both a successful exponent and a passionate advocate. Speaker: Kevin PanozzaSatisfied employees can lead to more satisfied customers, which can translate in turn to an improved bottom line. That's what staff engagement is all about, and Kevin Panozza is both a successful exponent and a passionate advocate. 00:10:06employee engagement, optus, podcast, Kevin Panozza, salesforcehttp://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/abn/Australian_Businesswomens_Network_2011-04-28_Juicy_Business_Idea_is_a_Champion_for_Regional_Businesses.mp3Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +1000Lisa Lovick of a Slice of Orange, a providore located in the heart of Orange, NSW. Together with her sister she's expanded A Slice of Orange which sells seasonal produce from the local region. In this interview we look at why more and more people areInterview with Lisa LovickLisa Lovick of a Slice of Orange, a providore located in the heart of Orange, NSW. Together with her sister she's expanded A Slice of Orange which sells seasonal produce from the local region. In this interview we look at why more and more people are00:14:24australian businesswomen's network, podcast, optus, small business, http://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/abn/Australian_Businesswomens_Network_2011-02-03_Small_Business_is_Big_Business.mp3Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +1100My guest today is Angela Vithoulkas, co-owner of the Vivo Café Group, a highly successful cafe brand based in Sydney's Central Business District. We discuss how a cafe created national buzz and a world record on FourSquare, how to deal with small-business frustrations and why a multi-channel and social media marketing strategy is important for small business.My guest today is Angela Vithoulkas, co-owner of the Vivo Café Group, a highly successful cafe brand based in Sydney's Central Business District. We discuss how a cafe created national buzz and a world record on FourSquare, how to deal with small-business frustrations and why a multi-channel and social media marketing strategy is important for small business.00:17:37small business, social media, smb, smehttp://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/abn/Australian_Businesswomens_Network_2010-11-30_When_one_business_just_isnt_enough_How_to_run_a_portfolio_business.mp3Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +1100For many of us, running one business is more than enough. My guest today runs two businesses. Emma Lo Russo has brought together her experience to two businesses Digivizer and Validity Coaching. Emma joins me to talk about the pros and cons of running a portfolio business, that is, a collection of businesses. Host, Suzi Dafnis.For many of us, running one business is more than enough. My guest today runs two businesses. Emma Lo Russo has brought together her experience to two businesses Digivizer and Validity Coaching. Emma joins me to talk about the pros and cons of running a portfolio business, that is, a collection of businesses. Host, Suzi Dafnis.00:18:13organisational leader, Digivizer, Validity Coaching, social media, portfolio business, growing peoplehttp://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/abn/Australian_Businesswomens_Network_2010-11-30_Creative_Ways_to_Get_Your_Brand_Out_There.mp3Tue, 30 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +1100Designed to support the health and wellbeing of its customers and the planet, this innovative haircare business is being very green, down to the packaging, AND even in their marketing adopting terrific social media opportunities to grow their brand. Guest - Jose Bryce-Smith, Original & Mineral. Host, Suzi DafnisDesigned to support the health and wellbeing of its customers and the planet, this innovative haircare business is being very green, down to the packaging, AND even in their marketing adopting terrific social media opportunities to grow their brand. Guest - Jose Bryce-Smith, Original & Mineral. Host, Suzi Dafnis00:07:44organic, business, hair salon, original mineral, social media, marketinghttp://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/choices/Optus_Business_Matters_2010-11-01_How_to_Work_with_Your_Spouse_without_Getting_Divorced.mp3Mon, 01 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +1100Is it possible for relationship partners to run a business together? When you're partners in life and business, who gets to be boss? What role do commitment, alignment and integrity play in creating a successful partnership and maintaining a healthy relationship. How to Work with Your Spouse without Getting Divorced.Is it possible for relationship partners to run a business together? When you're partners in life and business, who gets to be boss? What role do commitment, alignment and integrity play in creating a successful partnership and maintaining a healthy relationship. 00:27:31http://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/abn/Australian_Businesswomens_Network_2010-09-16_Sustainable_Growth_for_Small_Business.mp3Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +1000My guest today is Marshall Goldsmith, author of MOJO - How to Get It, How to Keep It, How to Get it Back if You Lose it - a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller. Dr Goldsmith is a world authority in helping successful leaders get even better - by achieving positive, lasting change in behavior: for themselves, their people and their teams. Host, Suzi Dafnis.Sustainable Growth for Small BusinessMy guest today is Marshall Goldsmith, author of MOJO - How to Get It, How to Keep It, How to Get it Back if You Lose it - a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller. Dr Goldsmith is a world authority in helping successful leaders get even better - by achieving positive, lasting change in behavior: for themselves, their people and their teams. Host, Suzi Dafnis.00:22:23http://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/abn/Australian_Businesswomens_Network_2010-08-16_Public_Relations_-_Learning_the_art_of_spin.mp3Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 +1000Anne-Marie Sparrow is Managing Director and owner of Sydney-based public relations agency Cube PR. In this interview we look at where public relations can fit into your marketing strategy, how PR crosses over into digital communication and how to make public relations work best for you. Public Relations - Learning the art of spinAnne-Marie Sparrow is Managing Director and owner of Sydney-based public relations agency Cube PR. In this interview we look at where public relations can fit into your marketing strategy, how PR crosses over into digital communication and how to make public relations work best for you. 00:22:11Anne-Marie Sparrow, Cube PR, public relations, digital communication,http://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/abn/Australian_Businesswomens_Network_2010-06-10_How_Social_Media_has_Changed_Public_Relations.mp3Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +1000Corrie McLeod is a skilled public relations professional who brings fresh approach to the industry. She has a keen interest in social media and ensures that the PR strategies for her clients are extended to include online communities and influencers.herBusiness - Insights for women in BusinessCorrie McLeod is a skilled public relations professional who brings fresh approach to the industry. She has a keen interest in social media and ensures that the PR strategies for her clients are extended to include online communities and influencers.00:17:03Corrie McLeod, social media, herBusiness, insights, women, businesshttp://c.btt.markcdn.com.au/_public/download/abn/Australian_Businesswomens_Network_2010-06-29_Lead_from_the_Heart_and_other_Leadership_Lessons.mp3Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +1000Karen Matthews has over 22 years experience in national and international retailing, franchising and brand management. She's an innovative leader who operates by an intuitive style of "inside out" leadership. Her personal mantra is to "inspire people to be the best that they can be".herBusiness - Insights for women in BusinessKaren Matthews has over 22 years experience in national and international retailing, franchising and brand management. She's an innovative leader who operates by an intuitive style of "inside out" leadership. Her personal mantra is to "inspire people to be the best that they can be".00:26:44Karen Matthews, leadership, retailing, franchising, brand management, herBusiness, insights, women, business