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Reflect, Refocus, and Keep Shipping – The Better SMB Mid-Year Review
Episode 21
In this episode, David and Rob take stock of The Better SMB's podcast's progress halfway through the year. It’s an honest look at what’s gone well, w…
1 year, 1 month ago
Behind the article: Own it, why your business can’t outperform your leadership
Episode 20
In this episode, David and Rob break down the themes from their latest NZ Manufacturer column, Own It: Leadership is a personal responsibility, not a…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Deliberate Path to High Performance in Manufacturing: Lessons from AGP Managing Director Dave Bunting
Episode 19
David and Rob are joined by Dave Bunting, Managing Director of Architectural Glass Products in Cambridge. They dive deep into operational excellence …
1 year, 1 month ago
Working at human speed: Reducing stress and burnout for sustainable success
Episode 18
In this episode, we explore the hidden dangers of working at an unsustainable pace and why "being busy" is not the same as being productive. Our gues…
1 year, 2 months ago
Own It or Lose It: Why SMBs Can’t Ignore Intellectual Property
Episode 16
We’re diving deep into intellectual property (IP) protection, exploring key insights and perspectives from Ben Cain, Partner at James & Wells and for…
1 year, 2 months ago
Skills Shortage or Leadership Gap? Rethinking the Talent Narrative
Episode 16
In this episode, we explore the so-called “skills shortage” in New Zealand manufacturing. David and Rob unpack their NZ Manufacturer article, arguing…
1 year, 3 months ago
Work on it, not in It: The SMB growth playbook
Episode 15
In this episode, we dive deep into the book "The E Myth Revisited" by Michael Gerber, exploring key insights about business roles and growth. Hosts R…
1 year, 4 months ago
No More Excuses: Manufacturers Need to Lead NZ Productivity Shift
Episode 14
In this episode, hosts David Altena and Rob Bull dive into New Zealand’s longstanding productivity crisis and why waiting for government intervention…
1 year, 5 months ago
What if 100,000 businesses started taking action to improve their performance and productivity
Episode 13
In this episode, David hosts solo while Rob takes a well-earned break. He shares a recording of his recent talk at the Mahi Tahi Collective 2025 Tech…
1 year, 5 months ago
What Are You Aiming At in 2025? Setting Goals That Drive Real Results
Episode 12
In this first episode recorded in 2025, The Better SMB Podcast kicks off the year with a deep dive into goal setting and making meaningful business p…
1 year, 6 months ago