Podcast

The Better SMB Podcast

Author: David Altena
Feed episode count: 38
Official site: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-better-smb-podcast--6226633
RSS: https://www.spreaker.com/show/6226633/episodes/feed
JSON: /v1/public/podcasts/the-better-smb-podcast-7059551
Markdown: /podcast/the-better-smb-podcast-7059551.md

Summary

Join hosts David Altena and Rob Bull as they delve into the subject of small and medium- business productivity in New Zealand. With a focus on driving operational excellence and business improvement, The Better SMB Podcast is your go-to resource for strategies, insights, and success stories from the front lines of the SMB sector. Despite New Zealand’s historical challenges with productivity compared to our OECD peers, David and Rob are on a mission to turn the tide. Tune in to discover actionable tips, expert interviews, and innovative ideas that will help your business thrive in today’s competitive landscape. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, The Better SMB Podcast will equip you with the tools you need to enhance productivity and achieve your business goals. Connect with us on LinkedIn: @DavidAltena and @RobBull

Episodes

Jul 16, 2026 · not_requested

Ep 38. Exit Planning, Selling Your Business, and Maximising Value with Rod Cook

Duration seconds: 3367
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-38-exit-planning-selling-your-business-and-maximising-value-with-rod-cook--73007396

HTML Markdown JSON

Jun 25, 2026 · not_requested

Ep 37 Stop Working In It. Start Working On It with John Hutchinson

Duration seconds: 3292
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-37-stop-working-in-it-start-working-on-it-with-john-hutchinson--72681181

HTML Markdown JSON

Jun 9, 2026 · not_requested

Ep 36 Leadership Per Hectare with Tennielle Ellingham — Founder, Beyond the Gate

Duration seconds: 3013
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-36-leadership-per-hectare-with-tennielle-ellingham-founder-beyond-the-gate--72433055

HTML Markdown JSON

Jun 1, 2026 · not_requested

Ep 35 - Insights of Excellence – Drain Ninjas

Duration seconds: 2690
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ep-35-insights-of-excellence-drain-ninjas--72286211

HTML Markdown JSON

May 7, 2026 · not_requested

2026 The year ahead for the BSMB

Duration seconds: 1913
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-the-year-ahead-for-the-bsmb--71912148

HTML Markdown JSON

Apr 18, 2026 · not_requested

You're Building Two Assets — Are You Tracking Both?

Duration seconds: 3148
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-re-building-two-assets-are-you-tracking-both--71444756

HTML Markdown JSON

Feb 26, 2026 · not_requested

From Compliance to High Performance: Rethinking Governance with Peter Crow

Duration seconds: 1985
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-compliance-to-high-performance-rethinking-governance-with-peter-crow--70297930

HTML Markdown JSON

Jan 14, 2026 · not_requested

Innovation Is a Choice: Moving from Comfort to Courage

Duration seconds: 3078
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/innovation-is-a-choice-moving-from-comfort-to-courage--69434761

HTML Markdown JSON

Dec 29, 2025 · not_requested

Scaling with Purpose: Ray Everest on Leadership, Innovation & Impact

Duration seconds: 3733
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/scaling-with-purpose-ray-everest-on-leadership-innovation-impact--69237515

HTML Markdown JSON

Dec 5, 2025 · not_requested

Panic to Platform to Partnership: Chris Parnell’s Bold Journey with SetSeed and The Better SMB

Duration seconds: 2829
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/panic-to-platform-to-partnership-chris-parnell-s-bold-journey-with-setseed-and-the-better-smb--68973881

HTML Markdown JSON

Nov 26, 2025 · not_requested

The Power of Community: Danielle Hancock on Strengthening Local Business in North West Country Business Association

Duration seconds: 1829
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-community-danielle-hancock-on-strengthening-local-business-in-north-west-country-business-association--68760328

HTML Markdown JSON

Nov 10, 2025 · not_requested

Beyond the BA5: Redefining What a Chamber of Commerce Can Be With Patrick McKibbin

Duration seconds: 3149
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-ba5-redefining-what-a-chamber-of-commerce-can-be-with-patrick-mckibbin--68498714

HTML Markdown JSON

Oct 23, 2025 · not_requested

No Easy Button: The Real Leadership we Need From Cabinet to the Shop Floor

Duration seconds: 2800
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-easy-button-the-real-leadership-we-need-from-cabinet-to-the-shop-floor--68251356

HTML Markdown JSON

Oct 7, 2025 · not_requested

Beyond the Quarter: Tikanga Māori, Values and Long-Term Success with Katia Holland

Duration seconds: 2950
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-the-quarter-tikanga-maori-values-and-long-term-success-with-katia-holland--68044599

HTML Markdown JSON

Sep 29, 2025 · not_requested

Expect to Win: Building a Culture of Excellence in Your Business

Duration seconds: 2411
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/expect-to-win-building-a-culture-of-excellence-in-your-business--67943479

HTML Markdown JSON

Sep 6, 2025 · not_requested

Beyond Productivity Reports, Again: Revisiting the Leadership Imperative

Duration seconds: 2355
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/beyond-productivity-reports-again-revisiting-the-leadership-imperative--67657197

HTML Markdown JSON

Aug 9, 2025 · not_requested

Leadership from the Top: Hon Chris Penk on Aligning Government and Business

Duration seconds: 2803
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/leadership-from-the-top-hon-chris-penk-on-aligning-government-and-business--67311248

HTML Markdown JSON

Jul 16, 2025 · not_requested

Reflect, Refocus, and Keep Shipping – The Better SMB Mid-Year Review

Duration seconds: 1776
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/reflect-refocus-and-keep-shipping-the-better-smb-mid-year-review--66994506

HTML Markdown JSON

Jul 10, 2025 · not_requested

Behind the article: Own it, why your business can’t outperform your leadership

Duration seconds: 2458
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/behind-the-article-own-it-why-your-business-can-t-outperform-your-leadership--66925216

HTML Markdown JSON

Jun 24, 2025 · not_requested

The Deliberate Path to High Performance in Manufacturing: Lessons from AGP Managing Director Dave Bunting

Duration seconds: 3186
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-deliberate-path-to-high-performance-in-manufacturing-lessons-from-agp-managing-director-dave-bunting--66722689

HTML Markdown JSON

Jun 10, 2025 · not_requested

Working at human speed: Reducing stress and burnout for sustainable success

Duration seconds: 3332
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/working-at-human-speed-reducing-stress-and-burnout-for-sustainable-success--66490240

HTML Markdown JSON

May 28, 2025 · not_requested

Own It or Lose It: Why SMBs Can’t Ignore Intellectual Property

Duration seconds: 3304
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/own-it-or-lose-it-why-smbs-can-t-ignore-intellectual-property--66311140

HTML Markdown JSON

May 4, 2025 · not_requested

Skills Shortage or Leadership Gap? Rethinking the Talent Narrative

Duration seconds: 2725
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/skills-shortage-or-leadership-gap-rethinking-the-talent-narrative--65892011

HTML Markdown JSON

Apr 7, 2025 · not_requested

Work on it, not in It: The SMB growth playbook

Duration seconds: 2746
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/work-on-it-not-in-it-the-smb-growth-playbook--65384116

HTML Markdown JSON

Mar 17, 2025 · not_requested

No More Excuses: Manufacturers Need to Lead NZ Productivity Shift

Duration seconds: 2820
Source: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-more-excuses-manufacturers-need-to-lead-nz-productivity-shift--64930917

HTML Markdown JSON