Lean Methodology/lean manufacturing, also called Kaizen, was developed in Japan by Toyota. It is a Japanese business philosophy that concerns the processes that continuously improve operations and involve all employees. Lean methodology is improvement in productivity as a gradual and methodical process. In this episode Mark chats with CPA Michael Messner about the use of Lean Methodology to bring about real change in your business. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business...

Have you been kicked in the gut by your business? Recovering from failure can be a great learning experience. In this episode, Mark chats with Chris McNaughton, a Director at Palmer Bruyn Surveyors, about failing. Chris shares his own experience of failing and how it helped shape his future business success. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst...

Are you hiring new team members just because “you really like them”? Have you considered your actual business needs? In this episode, Mark chats about this topic with expert recruiter Deon Haar to make sure your recruitment strategy really works for your company. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week,...

Psychologically there may be other reasons that potential clients express objections to purchasing your service or service-based product. Whether they object to your price, or say, “I’ll need to think about it,” - Mark explains what they’re really saying, and gives you simple responses to overcome each objection. With these tools in your team’s arsenal, you’ll be able to move past these objections and skyrocket your sales conversions. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business...

What reaction do you want people to have when they see your brand? What’s your brand ‘personality’? Mark shares his five-step process to help identify and document your company’s message. From listing features and benefits, to describing the transformation your customers will experience after working with your service, solidifying your brand message is the key to every process. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps...

Does it ever feel like everything is falling apart in your business? In this episode, Mark and Nick chat about getting some perspective and what to do when things go wrong in your business. Borrowing some wisdom from the Richard Wiseman podcast Mark looks at some very simple mindset hacks to get you back on track. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue...

Visualizing performance can really put things into perspective. In this episode Mark shares his positive experience using the “traffic light” system to measure performance. The Mastermind for Business program uses this system to evaluate program participants, and Mark uses this helpful system for both himself and his own team. The traffic light performance measurement system is a great tool to measure your business’ performance, your team's, and even your own. You'll be amazed how easy this...

Mark is joined by Caroline Creedon in this episode to discuss leadership and management skills and techniques that help you hire the right team and keep them on a positive track. From looking for a ‘fire in the eye’ of potential employees to resetting negative mindsets to catching people doing things right, you’ll hear lots of helpful strategies for elevating your team from good to great. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program...

Are you suffering from “commission breath”? In this episode, Mark will share a surefire six-step process to drive your sales conversion rates. From identifying, understanding and providing a solution to the problem you are solving for your potential client, to the closing conversation and when to be silent, these six steps are an important part of the Mastermind for Business program. Tune in to get a quick overview on sales techniques that will help you close deals time after time. The...

In this episode, Mark chats with his business partner Michael Yardney, Founder of The Metropole Group. The pair discuss how Michael grew and then stepped back from his multi-million dollar national business. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week, Mark Creedon, a Business Coach at Business Accelerator...

Does your business have regular meetings or tasks that need to happen daily, weekly, yearly, etc? Did you know that locking them into your calendar ahead of time makes it much more likely that they will be accomplished? In today’s episode, Mark explains his system of “pre-loading” your calendar with recurring, necessary tasks and meetings (instead of relying on a to-do list) to help you to get more done with less stress. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator...

Everyone has the same amount of time – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, etc., - so all you can really manage is your “priorities.” Do you have difficulty identifying which tasks to delegate to your team? In this episode, Mark lays out the steps in the “traffic light system” to help you prioritize and delegate your day-to-day work. It’s simple hacks like this that people like Richard Branson use to get more done than you could ever imagine possible. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered...

Mark welcomes his business partner Caroline Creedon back to the show to talk about how their partnership works – at home and at work. From setting clear boundaries to staying in your own lane, there are simple rules to set up whether you and your work partner are friends, domestic partners, or just business partners. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue...

Are you hanging on for dear life to the ‘magic carpet ride’ of your project or business? If you feel like you are stuck in a business that controls you, then this episode is exactly what you need. In just a short 15-minute episode, Mark will share a simple tool he has used to help hundreds of service business owners get unstuck and gain back the freedom they always wanted from their businesses The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching...

How do you respond when a colleague asks, “Have you got a minute?” If you don’t train your co-workers to value your time, they won’t. If you are constantly allowing yourself to be interrupted by other people, Mark shows you three simple tricks to stop that in its tracks. You'll be able to get more time for yourself while still helping those around you on a schedule that works for you. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that...

Do you find you’ve run out of time before your to-do list is finished? In this episode, Mark explains his Business Accelerator techniques that will help you stop incessantly checking your emails and phone during the day. Constantly checking is a disruption that is unnecessary and a time waster. You can implement these very simple tips and tricks starting today - to free up your time, boost your productivity, and change your life. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business...

In this episode, Mark shows you the three areas of your life you need to focus on to give priority to you and those who matter most. If it feels like you are constantly running out of steam and all you have left for you and your family is leftover time, then this episode is exactly what you need right now. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst...

In this episode Mark chats with Nick Creedon from Creedon Content about how to create killer content videos and what holds most business owners back. From finding your ‘flow’ to making sure your content is something your audience wants to see, Nick shares valuable content tips and offers the Creedon Content Video Squad master class for listeners to learn more. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business...

In this episode, Mark looks at a bookshop (a “shoten”) in the upscale Ginza district in Tokyo. The Morioka Shoten has mastered the art of simplifying their product offering to remove the “confusion of choice”. How can you simplify the choices available in your business? Reducing the options your customers can choose from will in turn “amplify” the selections available.  The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service...

In this episode, Mark chats with his business partner and mate Brett Warren, the current National Director of Property for the Metropole Group.  Mark and Brett discuss teamwork, passion, presenting yourself for opportunities in your career path, how to identify talent, and creating an amazing culture in your business.  Brett is a National Director of the Metropole Group ensuring we deliver the highest quality strategic advice to our clients and help them buy A-grade homes or investment-grade...

In this episode, Mark welcomes back Mastermind Networking Coach Kacie Brignell to the show.  Kacie was our guest for the in-person networking episode (link below), and now shares her expertise on how to prepare, behave, and follow up with people online to build your network in a virtual environment.  The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving...

In this episode, host Mark Creedon has a conversation with his grandson - 9-year-old Iziah De La Cruz. You may not realize that many important things for a nine-year-old are the same as the important things in your successful business. Tune in for some insightful words of wisdom “from the mouths of babes.”  The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst...

In this episode, Mark welcomes guest Kacie Brignell, a networking specialist and our own networking coach at Mastermind for Business. If you want to network more, or more efficiently and effectively (with less stress), tune in to hear Kacie’s tips and tricks for connecting with people at in-person events. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving...

In this episode, Mark shares a five-step referral process and some ‘scripts’ and special language and timing you can use with your clients to prepare them for the ask, and increase your referrals easily, quickly, and exponentially. The Mastermind for Business podcast is powered by Business Accelerator Mastermind, a coaching program that helps service business owners and professionals double their revenue whilst halving their time in the business. Each week, Mark Creedon, a Business Coach at...

In this episode, Tim Haschke and Felix Pestinger from Bo Racking share their journey of scaling their business nationwide through a crucial mindset shift, focusing on working on their business rather than in it. They discuss the importance of hiring from within, overcoming limiting beliefs, and fostering trust and value within their team through strong relationships and empowering their staff. Bo Racking is based in Melbourne, Victoria, and offers the highest level of warehouse installation...