Troubleshooters Podcast

We aim to put you in touch with real life business lessons that may help you save valuable time rather than trying to figure it all out on your own. Each month Mike McGrath delves deep into the lives and careers of business owners, entrepreneurs and leaders that have spent time in the tough school of hard knocks.Intimate and deep dialogue aimed at really getting to the heart of the stories, behind the gloss and successes. So why not jump-in and take a listen to the brightest and best leaders sharing the good, the bad and the ugly!

Troubleshooters Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Oasis Partners, with 15 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Oasis Partners hosts Troubleshooters Podcast, a business show with 15 episodes published.

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  Episode #32

  Simon Dell

  Mar 9, 202652 minS3

  Episode Description Simon Dell is the CEO of Cemoh, the Australian platform connecting businesses with expert marketing consultants. In this episode, Simon and McGrath trace how marketing has been transformed by the rise of platforms like YouTube, eBay and Facebook. They also look ahead to AI's growing role in marketing, from accelerating ideation to reshaping how creative work gets done. About Interviewee(s) As CEO of Cemoh, Simon Bell guides Australia's leading fractional marketing business that works to  connect companies with expert marketers who work inside their teams to drive growth. With 15+ years of mentoring and over 300 businesses advised, he s...

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  Episode #31

  Luke Petherbridge

  Sep 8, 202545 minS3

  Episode Description Luke Petherbridge, CEO of Link Logistics, a logistics real estate company backed by Blackstone, discussed the company's rapid growth since its 2019 inception. Link owns over 3,000 buildings and serves 9,000 customers, including major e-commerce providers. Petherbridge highlighted the shift towards "last mile" logistics driven by e-commerce, noting that 22-25% of US retail is now online, expected to rise to 30% by the end of the decade. He emphasized the importance of resilience, adaptability, and community engagement, as exemplified by Link's philanthropic initiative, CoreGiving, which has provided 80-90 million meals to undernourished children in the US. About Luke: As CEO of Link...

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  Episode #30

  Nicole Stanners, Cycling Entrepreneur

  Jul 22, 202538 minS3

  Episode Description Nicole Stanners, founder of Muze Women, a cycling apparel brand for women, discussed her journey from a marketing executive to entrepreneur. Identifying a gap in the market for well-fitting cycling apparel, she conducted extensive research, prototyping, and fit testing. Despite initial setbacks, such as a factory misinterpreting grading, she launched Muze in 2023. Focusing on comfort, practical design, and sustainability, she bootstrapped the business and leveraged social media, events, and community engagement. Muze's success includes collaborations with micro-influencers and plans for international expansion, emphasizing the importance of persistence and resilience in entrepreneurship. About Richard: From Nicole’s LinkedIn: “I'm the...

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  Episode #29

  The Troubleshooters Podcast: Season 3, Episode 1

  Jul 7, 20251h 8mS3

  Episode Description Richard Turner, an award-winning entrepreneur, discusses his 40-year journey in business on the Troubleshooters podcast. Turner, who has been South Australian Entrepreneur of the Year twice and Australian Entrepreneur of the Year in 2010, emphasises the importance of risk-taking, mentorship, and planning in entrepreneurship. He highlights his successes with companies like Holbrook Meats, Regency Food Services, and Zen Energy, which pioneered the solar industry in Australia. Turner also stresses the need for consistency, customer focus, and adapting to market changes, including the impact of AI on productivity. About Richard: Richard is the author of The Essential Entrepreneur: What it...

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  Episode #29

  The Troubleshooters Podcast: Season 2 Wrap up

  Feb 10, 202542 minS2

  Episode Description In the wrap-up of Season Two of the Troubleshooters podcast, host Michael McGrath highlights key insights from various episodes. Kelly Jamieson of Edible Blooms discusses the importance of learning from mistakes and the benefits of limited capital. Matt Stillone of Protein Supplies Australia emphasizes the value of resilience, resourcefulness, and relationships in business. Tom Waterhouse shares his journey from bookmaking to online betting and his experiences with mentorship. Tom Hardwick talks about scaling businesses and the impact of the GFC. Tim Hutchinson from Skills GPT AI discusses the practical applications of AI in workforce management and the importance...

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