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Seeds

Steven Moe

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Conversations with people who are living with purpose and having a positive impact in our world. Host Steven Moe asks about their life journeys and what has shaped them into who they are today.
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Governance Bites

Mark Banicevich

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Mark Banicevich interviews a series of experts about governance, including company directors, lawyers, executive managers, and governance consultants. Each interview is on a different topic related to governance, tied to the guest's expertise. He also asks interviews for the best governance advice they've received, or they would give to new directors.
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Chaos Included

Zach Reynolds; Steven Boutwell; Ryan Morrison

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In the vast multiverse we live within, three mere mortals come together every week to discuss their current entertainment vices, upcoming titles in gaming and film, their ever-growing backlogs, and maybe even give some good (bad) advice every now and then. Join Zdiggidy (Zach), Bonsaibandit (Steven), and RyanDamask as they sink further into the chaos that they thrive in. Welcome to the Chaotic Pubcast! New episodes posted every Monday!
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Scaling the Gap

Madeleine MacRae

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Scaling the Gap is a podcast crafted for the bold, bright, ambitious leaders of today. As an Owner, Entrepreneur, Founder, CEO, President you've already tasted success, and you’re on a quest for more — more impact, more growth, more fulfillment! Our podcast is your companion on this journey, offering a unique recipe of inspiration, introspection and innovation blended with high-impact tactical, practical business advice. We’re here to guide you through the complexities of scaling your busine ...
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In this panel discussion we get to hear on Housing in Aotearoa New Zealand from the following speakers at the New Zealand Green Building Council Housing Summit held on 7 May 2025 (more on NZGBC is here): Ali Hamlin-Paenga - Chief Executive of Te Matapihi (Site: https://www.tematapihi.org.nz) Cate Kearney - Chief Executive of Ōtautahi Community Hous…
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Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich asks Steven Moe about purpose and governance. He asks what we mean by "purpose", the role of governance in an organisation, and why purpose is at the heart of governance. They discuss how purpose influences governance and board meanings practically, other tools a board can use to understand and implem…
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Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks with Jon Davies about governance in startups and advisory boards. He asks about the journey that startups take towards governance: their value, common mistakes, what founders should seek, and the ideal size of an advisory board. They also discuss the best way to remunerate directors, keeping the…
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Are you feeling stuck in your career, yearning for something more but unsure how to make the leap? You're not alone. Many people dream of entrepreneurial success but struggle to break free from the golden handcuffs of corporate life. In this episode of Scaling the Gap, host Madeleine MacRae chats with Steven Livingston, a self-proclaimed "corporate…
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Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks to Stephen Upton about how not-for-profit organisations can recruit directors. Stephen outlines the key skills and competencies required for a not-for-profit board. They discuss the process of identifying skills on the board, and skill gaps, and the role of diversity in board composition. They d…
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In this episode, host Madeleine MacRae sits down with Meghann Conter, founder and CEO of The Dames, to dismantle the myths of hustle culture and redefine what success looks like for high-achieving women. From physiological differences in productivity to personal stories of burnout, ADHD diagnoses, and solo parenting, this episode is a masterclass i…
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I saw a LinkedIn post from Arron Judson on the topic of different people having different skill sets and the framing of 'Explorers' and 'Optimisers'. This is the short conversation we had where he explained more on this. To find out more the site for Eidotic which is here (but check back later as being built still): Coming Soon EIDOTIC This is the …
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Seán has written a book on being an Impact Professional and we hear all about it on this episode of seeds as well as his life story. For more episodes visit www.theseeds.nz Seán's book site https://www.impactprofessional.nz Impact Professional podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6liZrE1y3BN6Q31z0rHTrG Also check out the 232 Degrees podcast on boo…
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Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks with Martin Snedden about the Sport and Active Place Sector Governance Project that he runs for Sport New Zealand. Martin outlines the project, its inception, some of the sports that are involved, and what the programme entails. Martin shares feedback he's received, his biggest learnings, and th…
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What does it take to build a thriving business while staying true to your values? How do you navigate the highs and lows of entrepreneurship without losing sight of what truly matters? In this episode of Scaling the Gap, host Madeleine MacRae sits down with Trevor Emerson, founder of LSM and host of the FranchisOR Bust Podcast, to explore his uncon…
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This is the converstion I just had with Shamubeel Eaqub about the report on Social Cohesion that he has recently co-authored. It is a wide ranging conversation where we cover: How to foster Social Cohesion, one positive step each day The negative side and reality of poverty in Aotearoa New Zealand Whether some issues like education, health and hous…
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Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks to Heather Roy about future directors. Heather defines the topic, outlines the purpose of future director programmes, and shares her experience with future directors. They discuss the target audience for future directors, recruitment, training and mentoring. Mark asks about their legal position …
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In this episode of Scaling the Gap, host Madeleine MacRae sits down with Billy Samoa Saleebey, the creative force behind the very production of this show. Billy shares his eclectic journey from big-budget Hollywood productions to Tesla training, and ultimately, to building a podcast empire that saves leaders time and amplifies their impact. Billy b…
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In today’s digital landscape, the heart of entrepreneurial success lies in continuous learning and adaptation. In the latest episode of Scaling the Gap, host Madeleine MacRae sits down with Moe Abbas, founder of Sales Ask – an AI-powered sales tool designed to revolutionize home service businesses. Together, they explore the secrets to scaling a bu…
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Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks to Susan Leahy about Robert's Rules of Order. He asks what they are and how they evolved, the benefits of using Robert's Rules, and common misconceptions about them. Susan outlines the seven key types of motion, and how they work. They discussed when they might be adjusted for specific settings,…
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In this episode of Scaling the Gap, host Madeleine MacRae sits down with Kristopher Stuart, co-founder of Bloomin’ Blinds, to unravel how a family-built window coverings business is rewriting the rules of franchising with AI, robotics, and a firefighter’s grit. But here’s the twist: their biggest innovation isn’t in the tech—it’s in the human conne…
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Ali Adams shares about the revitilised city of Ōtautahi Christchurch as well as her life lessons and journey to becoming the CEO of ChristchurchNZ. Seeds is a long term project with more than 440 conversations with inspiring people, most of whom are based in Christchurch. Find out more and listen to other conversations at www.theseeds.nz Ōtautahi C…
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Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks to Heather Roy about conflicts of interest. Heather outlines conflicts of interest, and why it is important to address them. They discuss types of conflicts, and a conflicts of interest process. Heather talks about identifying, disclosing and dealing with conflicts of interest, and they discuss …
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Imagine standing at the edge of a breakthrough—your business, your dream, your legacy—but something holds you back. Is it fear? Lack of resources? Or have you simply never been shown the invisible architecture behind every great achievement? In this episode of Scaling the Gap, host Madeleine MacRae pulls back the curtain with Dr. Mercidieu “Phil” P…
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Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks to Stephen Upton about developing directors in not-for-profit organisations (who are usually on tight budgets). Stephen outlines the key skills and competencies required for a not-for-profit board. They discuss how elected, passionate organisation advocates can be trained in governance, and cont…
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What does it take to transform a 21-year-old print magazine into a cutting-edge multimedia empire powered by AI? In this compelling episode of Scaling the Gap, host Madeleine MacRae sits down with Tom Bohn, CEO of TheHomeMag, who did exactly that—and doubled his company's revenue in just three years. In today's rapidly evolving market, standing sti…
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This was a rich and deep conversation with Sir Maarten Wevers who shared about his life journey on this episode of seeds podcast. From being born in the Netherlands to moving to New Zealand with his family age 1, growing up with different cultural influences and then how he got into the diplomatic world, travelling the World, his learning Japanese …
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Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks with Steven Moe about chairs and boards. Mark asks Steven to outline the typical board member job description, and then how the role of the chair differs. They discuss the amount of extra work involved in being a chair, additional relationships, and whether additional liability exists. They disc…
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In this powerful episode of Scaling the Gap, host Madeleine MacRae, CEO and co-founder of ProQ, sits down with Brian Kaskavalciyan—entrepreneur, podcast host, and a leading voice in the home improvement industry. Brian shares his journey from launching a relationship marketing company in 2009 to becoming a trusted advisor for home improvement entre…
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Enjoyed the chance to talk with Lewis Patterson about his life story, growing up on a farm towards in the South of the South Island as well as his move overseas, desire to learn Korean, what it was like to live in Korea and then move back to New Zealand. We also talk about his upcoming event on "The Value of Purpose" which will be held in mid May 2…
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Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks to Susan Leahy about healthy board meeting dynamics. Mark asks about establishing and maintaining healthy meeting dynamics, and Susan shares some great tips. They discuss the roles of directors and other members in board culture, and strategies for handling disagreements. Mark asks about gaining…
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In this episode of Scaling the Gap, host Madeleine MacRae has an honest and inspiring conversation with Andrew Killian, founder and CEO of HomeStead HotLeads, about what it really takes to walk away from a successful career in software engineering and build something of your own. Andrew opens up about the motivations behind his leap into entreprene…
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Held a session about what I have learned about LinkedIn and this is the audio of the recording. LinkedIn post with the top 10 listed https://www.linkedin.com/posts/steven-moe-0b3b008a_linkedin-learnings-from-steven-moe-activity-7308262210072453121-3kGd?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&rcm=ACoAABMHZIcB8j_p9zYjf0viXbnHWQ_uKe3HuUg Video of the s…
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Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich talks to Heather Roy about board evaluations. Heather outlines what they are, why they should be done, and how they can be performed. They discuss stakerholder involvement, common challenges, and addressing underperformance. Heather also shares the best governance advice she has received. Heather Roy …
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This is the audio of a short talk I gave recently and turned into a paper on principles for a Generous Life. To read the paper you can find it here https://theseeds.nz/articles/the-generosity-mindset-7-key-principles-to-cultivate-a-generous-life/ For the videos mentioned have a look at my LinkedIn profile https://nz.linkedin.com/in/steven-moe-0b3b0…
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In this episode of Scaling the Gap, Madeleine MacRae sits down with Dena Jalbert, CEO of Align Business Advisory Services, for a deep dive into the world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) for founders and family-owned businesses. Dena unpacks the emotional and strategic challenges of selling a business, stressing the importance of planning ahead, s…
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Send us a text In this episode, Mark Banicevich asks Steven Moe about moving and seconding motions in meetings. They discuss the history behind this practice, and introduce Robert's Rules of Order. They talk about the role of seconding, and what happens if a motion is not seconded. They also discuss alternatives to moving and seconding motions. Fin…
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In this conversation I sat down with Craig Fortune and heard about his life, career, setbacks and how to overcome them and also about improving productivity. What are some of the simple steps we can each take to gain greater efficiency? If you enjoy this check out the other episodes in the back cataloge at www.theseeds.nz and why not tell one other…
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