AmCham's 'How Business Really Works' Podcast

AmCham's 'How Business Really Works' Podcast

The AmCham Podcast shines a spotlight on some of Australia's leading business professionals, who share their knowledge and best business practices with you. Join us regularly to hear professionals from a range of diverse industries and also to get the latest updates from AmCham Australia.

Episodes

March 27, 2018 31 mins

What's new in technology and how can your business stay ahead of the game? Moe Ali, Group Vice President of Gartner ANZ, talks to Duff about cyber-security, the importance of incorporating technology insights and information to the core of business management, and how to avoid, "The Trough of Disillusionment."

Gartner is the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. They deliver the technology-related in...

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What is a lobbyist? Who uses lobbyists? What value do lobbying firms add? Answering these questions with our host Duff Watkins is Matthew Hingerty, CEO & Managing Director at Barton Deakin.

Matthew Hingerty is one of the most experienced political and industry figures working in government relations consulting in Australia. He leads Barton Deakin's national govern...

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Did you know some of the research conducted in space makes our lives on Earth better? Interested in learning more? Join host Duff Watkins and our guest Robert M. Lightfoot Jr. on this episode of the How Business Really Works Podcast.

Robert Lightfoot is NASA's Acting Administrator, a role he added January 20 in addition to his permanent position for the last five ...

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Welcome to the last How Business Really Works episode of 2017. In this edition we will be listening to some of our past best discussions on self improvement.

Our guests include Andre Alphonso, Sue Langley, Nathan Williams, Allan Parker and our hosts Dr Duff Watkins and Michael Schoettler.

Andre Alphonso of The Ariel Group Aus...

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On this episode of our How Business Really Works Podcast, Michael Kelly joins host Duff Watkins to discuss what you have to do to be heard.

Michael Kelly is the founder and the director of Kelly Speech CommunicationHis work focuses on helping his clients in three key areas:

1. Business p...

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Joining host Duff Watkins on this How Business Really Works episode is Mark Schenk, Managing Director, Anecdote International Pty Ltd

Mark left the Air Force in 1998 after a 20-year career as a logistics officer. His foray into the consulting world took a surprising twist when he stumbled across the incredible natural power of stories. This led to a major change...

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Everybody wants better infrastructure. Have you wondered why this is such a hot topic?

Joining our host Duff Watkins on this HBRW episode is Mark Moseley, Chief Operating Office, Global Infrastructure Hub.

Launched by the G20 in 2014, the Global Infrastructure Hub has a mandate to grow the global pipeline of quality, bankable ...

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October 30, 2017 42 mins

Every human being on earth was born with a preference for simplicity, businesses that recognise this benefit greatly. 

Joining our podcast host Michael Schoettler today is Ken Segall.

Ken Segall worked closely with Steve Jobs for over 12 years as his ad agency creative director spanning NeXT and Apple. He led the creative team...

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Did you know the things that naturally attracts and supports female participation in the work force in simpler than you may think? It isn't about a positive gender bias and it isn't simply about having a female GM, it comes down to not making assumptions and creating a progressive work environment.  

To hear more, listen in as Kirsten O'Doherty and Duff Watkins di...

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How you make people feel is much more important than what you say or what you do. Our podcast guest today, Jeremy Carter, Chief Enthusiasm Officer, Rapport Leadership International joins Duff Watkins to discuss why you should take this into account.

Rapport Leadership International has a thirty year track record of offering un...

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Is your office secure? Is it safe? Is your building, school, airport, jail, hotel secure? Smart technology is upgrading rapidly.

Joining host Duff Watkins on this How Business Really Works podcast is Mark Dunn, General Manager of Honeywell Building Solutions, Australia/NZ.

Listen in to learn how we've come a long way from the ...

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What's your message? Is your pitch turning prospects away? On this episode of AmCham's How Business Really Works podcast host Duff Watkins discusses why a great pitch or message is more important than ever with guest Nathan Williams.

Nathan Williams holds a Master of Management from the Macquarie Graduate School of Management and presents regularly for industry gr...

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Nobody makes it through life without allies; whether it's business or politics, everybody needs them. On this episode of AmCham's How Business Really Works podcast host Duff Watkins discusses the US Australian alliance and what its going to be like for the next 75 years with guest Consul General, Valerie Fowler.

Valerie Crites Fowler is a career member of the U.S....

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Can a CEO be a scientist? Can a scientist be a CEO? Have you ever wondered what science knows about business? What do they contribute? A lot more than you are probably aware of! Joining us on our How Business Really works is Dr Larry Marshall, Chief Executive, CSIRO.

Dr Larry Marshall is Chief Executive of CSIRO, Australia's national science agency and innovation catalyst. For almost a century, CSIRO has translated excellent scienc...

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Have you ever wanted to expand your business overseas? Wondering how you can even start? Find out on this AmCham podcast, where we hear from Bruno Mascart, the Managing Partner of Asia Pacific of Altios International.

 

A leading global advisory firm focused on international expansion and cross-border investments, Alitos International aids companies expand and invest globally. Throughout the podcast, Bruno mentions how Altios gets ...

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Wonder how the economy is affected by international trade? Questioning how the Trump administration will change trade policy? Find out on this AmCham "How Business Really Works" podcast. Guest Nate Olson discusses hard-hitting issues involving trade in the 21st century, trade under Trump, and changes to the TPP with host Duff Watkins.

Nate Olson is currently at Th...

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Are you wondering how anthropology and business strategy can coincide? Listen in on this AmCham "How Business Really Works" podcast to gain insight on this powerful business tool with guest Douglas "DJ" Belton and host Duff Watkins.

DJ works as a Senior Design Researcher for PwC Australia in the Experience Centre, conducting research to inform strategy, product an...

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Today you'll learn why Australian veterans are taking over corporate Australia and could be one of the best hires you ever make! Discussing this with host Duff Watkins is Tom Moore, Managing Director and CEO, WithYouWithMe.

WithYouWithMe is the brain child of Tom Moore, a veteran who has deep experience in the transition process.

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Joining our host Duff Watkins is guest Mike Iarossi, Managing Director, Redshift Consulting.

Mike has a diverse background, which includes experience as a former member of the U.S. Special Operations, behavioural therapist, entrepreneur and as an innovation consultant; where he's led engagements across multiple industries including manufacturing, logistics, financ...

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Joining our host Duff Watkins today is guest Chargé d'Affaires, a.i. James Carouso.

Mr. Carouso is a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, class of Minister-Counselor. He arrived in Canberra in July 2016 as the Deputy Chief of Mission, and assumed the role of Chargé upon the departure of Ambassador John Berry in Septem...

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