The 7% Club

In this episode, host Jenny Stilwell sits down with Mike Williams, CEO of Exit Value Advisers. With over 20 years of experience in SME business valuation and exit strategy development, Mike has valued more than 500 businesses and assisted many in crafting successful exit strategies and succession plans. He delves into the intricacies of business valuation, explaining key concepts i

In this episode of the 7 Percent Club podcast, host Jenny Stilwell sits down with Paul Seagar, a seasoned chartered accountant with over 25 years of experience in various industries. Paul shares his extensive background, including his work during the global financial crisis and his role in turning around a scaffold company in Auckland. The discussion emphasizes the importance of da

In this episode, Jenny discusses the importance of addressing the 'capability gap' in small businesses. This gap refers to the difference in experience and capability between the owner and their team, which can hinder growth. Stilwell explores the fears and challenges owners face when considering hiring more experienced staff. She emphasizes the need to take a leap of faith by empl

In this episode, Jenny Stilwell interviews Dr. Lucy Burns, co-founder of Real Life Medicine, discussing the journey to sustainable health and weight loss through a real food lifestyle. Dr. Lucy shares her personal story of overcoming obesity, fatty liver, and prediabetes by adopting a real food approach. Together with Dr. Mary Barson, they offer holistic health and weight programs

In this episode, Jenny Stilwell sits down with Tom Ricca-McCarthy, CEO and founder of GetLucidity, to discuss effective strategy execution. Tom shares insights from his tech background and explains how his passion for strategy led him to create GetLucidity. They explore the importance of continuous strategic planning and companies' common challenges in this process. Tom stresses th

In this episode, Jenny Stilwell interviews Robine Stephenson, a seasoned expert in digital transformation and technology, with over 20 years of experience. Stephenson shares insights into practical ways toleverage AI effectively, drawing from her background in strategic service design and her involvement in setting up Geelong's first regional AI hub. The conversation dives into the

In this episode, Jenny Stilwell interviews Trevor Young, a seasoned PR and communication strategist, offering valuable insights into business growth and marketing strategies. Trevor shares his journey and emphasizes strategic planning and experimentation in business. He discusses the evolving landscape of PR, stressing the importance of deepening connections with stakeholders beyon

In this episode, Jenny Stilwell interviews Alan Dib, the founder of Lean Marketing and author of the 1-Page Marketing Plan. Alan shares insights from his journey, transitioning from an IT geek to a successful entrepreneur focused on empowering others in marketing. They also dive into the core principles of strategic marketing outlined in Alan's globally successful book. He emphasiz

In this episode, host Jenny Stilwell welcomes Marianne Page to discuss the importance of establishing effective processes and systems within businesses, drawing on Marianne's extensive experience at McDonald's. Marianne emphasizes the need for clear processes, particularly in hiring, training, and feedback, before businesses consider expanding their teams. She introduces practical

In this episode, Jenny Stilwell interviews Louise Brogan, founder of a boutique marketing agency specializing in LinkedIn. Louise shares her journey from social media training to becoming an expert in LinkedIn marketing, highlighting its effectiveness, particularly during the pandemic. They discuss the importance of LinkedIn profiles for individuals and businesses, emphasizing stra