Best Daniel Hakim Podcasts (2025)

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S02E03: Beyond the Battlefield: How Edward Plant Builds High-Impact Business Networks 57:36

4d ago57:36

57:36

🎙️S02E03: Beyond the Battlefield: How Edward Plant Builds High-Impact Business Networks In this episode of the MM4B, we sit down with Edward Plant, Co-Founder and Director of The Business League (TBL), to explore his inspiring journey from army engineer to business growth strategist. Edward opens up about his time in the Australian Defence Force, t…

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#248 Will Kepreotes – Creative Marketing That Converts 50:00

6d ago50:00

50:00

Daniel catches up with Will Kepreotes, Co-Founder of Buttr, the creative agency fuelling the growth of some of Australia’s most exciting consumer brands. With a unique model that blends strategy, culture, and content, Buttr is rethinking how modern brands scale. Daniel and Will dive into the new age of creative-led marketing, how to generate leads …

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S02E02 // From Electronic Warfare to Executive Furniture: Kevin Kidd’s Next Mission 57:20

11d ago57:20

57:20

🎙️ S02E02: From Electronic Warfare to Executive Furniture: Kevin Kidd’s Next Mission After flying the EA-18G Growler, Kevin Kidd now commands a different kind of mission—fitting out offices across Australia. In this episode, we dive into his transition from high-speed decision-making to high-end workspaces, and the mindset it took to pivot after se…

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#247 Anthony Mullane - Sales Data: Your Secret Weapon 55:39

13d ago55:39

55:39

Daniel catches up with Anthony Mullane, Co-Founder and Country Head of CUB. With almost a decade of experience building CUB into Australia's fastest growing members club for business owners alongside Daniel, Anthony is an expert in sales, leadership, and driving growth. Daniel and Anthony discuss why sales must remain a core focus for any business,…

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S02E01 // VBC x Gateway by ICN 50:35

19d ago50:35

50:35

Peter Liston chats about the new partnership with Veteran Business Community and ICN to spotlight and create opportunities for Veteran owned businesses. Check out VBC at veteranbc.com and the Gateway by ICN platform at https://gateway.icn.org.au/. If you are a Veteran Owned Business, you need to check out this episode to understand the opportunitie…

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#246 Karunn Shahani - The Exit Plan No One Talks About 55:29

27d ago55:29

55:29

Daniel catches up with Karunn Shahani, Managing Director at Thornton + King, an award-winning law firm specialising in property law, wills and estates, and family law. With a career spanning corporate, criminal, and private law, Karunn co-founded Thornton + King to deliver practical, jargon-free legal advice with a human touch. Daniel and Karunn di…

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#245 Sophia Lafkas - How Early Grit Fuels Greatness 49:18

1M ago49:18

49:18

Daniel catches up with Sophia Lafkas, Managing Director of The Perfect Recruit, a business specialising in recruitment for transport, logistics, landscaping, and construction roles across Australia. Starting in her family’s transport company at just 14, Sophia worked her way from the ground up, before launching her own successful recruitment agency…

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#244 Julian Khursigara - Emerging Property Markets 57:59

1M ago57:59

57:59

Daniel catches up with Julian Khursigara, CEO of Search Party Property, a leading investment advisory firm helping individuals build wealth through strategic property investments. With over 20 years of experience, Julian has guided investors in navigating the property market to achieve their financial goals. Daniel and Julian discuss how to apply s…

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#243 Simone Bartley - The Formula for High-Interest Brands 57:23

2M ago57:23

57:23

Daniel catches up with Simone Bartley, CEO and Founder of THE BR&ND CO., a consultancy dedicated to integrating business and brand strategies to unlock their full potential. With over 30 years of experience leading global agencies like SAATCHI & SAATCHI, building companies, and advising top brands, Simone helps businesses amplify their impact throu…

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#242 Rick Merten - Mastering Growth from the Inside Out 42:21

2M ago42:21

42:21

Daniel catches up with Rick Merten, Managing Director of InsideOut Group, a strategy-led B2B marketing consultancy with a unique approach - embedding fractional marketers inside businesses to drive growth from within. Originally founded in 2001 as an early digital start-up called Permission, InsideOut Group has evolved into a powerhouse for busines…

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#241 Chris Cowley - Traditional Values, Modern Success 45:05

2M ago45:05

45:05

Daniel catches up with Chris Cowley, Managing Director of CKJ Building Services, a family-owned construction company specialising in government and commercial projects across Sydney. From growing up in a small town of just 300 people to leading a major building organisation, Chris has built some of the country’s largest private schools and heritage…

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#240 Sylvia Arotin - The Secret to Raising Smart Kids 55:17

2M ago55:17

55:17

Daniel catches up with Sylvia Arotin, award-winning educator and founder of My Montessori Education Centre and Guide & Grow, one of the world’s largest Montessori at-home support platforms. After a life-changing car accident shifted her career path, Sylvia turned her passion for education into a thriving global business, supporting over half a mill…

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#239 Melissa Hosgood - Building Wealth That Lasts 58:19

3M ago58:19

58:19

Daniel catches up with Melissa Hosgood, Managing Director of Labassa Capital, a specialist real estate investment manager. Labassa Capital builds long-term structured wealth through tailored financial solutions, taking a conservative approach while aiming to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns. Daniel and Melissa delve into her expertise on weal…

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#238 Lachlan Rowston - Building Strength, Mind & Body 56:51

3M ago56:51

56:51

Daniel catches up with Lachlan Rowston, Co-founder of LOCKEROOM, a premium gym designed for high-performing professionals. Opening his first gym at just 21, he and his business partner have since launched three more locations while also co-hosting Australia’s No. 1 fitness podcast, The Mind Muscle Project. Daniel and Lachlan discuss the journey of …

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#237 Amy Castano - Hustle & Recover 57:06

3M ago57:06

57:06

Daniel catches up with Amy Castano, Co-founder of Acero, one of Australia’s leading fitness and wellness brands. With her love for health & well-being, Amy turned Acero into a fitness powerhouse, shaking up the industry. Daniel and Amy discuss why taking the leap and launching a business - even before it’s perfect - is essential, the pros and cons …

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#236 Jessy Marshall - A New Era of PR 55:54

3M ago55:54

55:54

Daniel catches up with Jessy Marshall, Founder of Hive HQ, a boutique Sydney-based PR and events agency helping beauty, fashion, and lifestyle brands stand out. Hive HQ works with some of Australia's most talked about brands including tbh Skincare, Naked Sundays, Bangn Body, and more. Daniel and Jessy discuss leadership as a young entrepreneur and …

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#235 Blake Micola - Market Smarter, Sell Stronger 1:01:57

4M ago1:01:57

1:01:57

Daniel catches up with Blake Micola, Founder of GMS Media Group, a digital agency specialising in ads, creative, and web optimisation to drive growth. Since 2016, GMS has managed over $217 million in ad spend and earned Tier A premium agency partnerships with META, Google, TikTok, Snapchat, and more. Daniel and Blake discuss what’s currently trendi…

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Trusting God | Andy Bales with Pastor Mike Minter 41:09

4M ago41:09

41:09

Andy Bales and Mike Minter, part-time pastor at Rolling Hills Community Church in Franklin, TN, discuss the importance of trusting God's character during life changes, highlighting how significance comes from being a child of God rather than from worldly roles. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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#234 Thomas Hakim - Brothers Uncut 1:08:51

4M ago1:08:51

1:08:51

Daniel kicks off the first episode of 2025 with his brother Thomas Hakim, Founder of WISECAST, a Sydney-based podcast and content studio known for previously working with global names like John Travolta, Chris Williamson, and Nedd Brockman. Daniel and Tom dive into the power of podcasting as a marketing channel and the importance of creating authen…

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#233 Brittany Wheeler - Taking the Leap 32:30

5M ago32:30

32:30

Daniel catches up with Brittany Wheeler, founder of One Wardrobe. Brittany shares her journey of turning a side hustle into a success and opens up about the challenges she faced during the early stages of her business.

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#232 Candice Feng - Defying Cultural Boundaries 47:16

5M ago47:16

47:16

Daniel catches up with Candice Feng, the founder and CEO of skincare brand Ms Morning. Immigrating to Australia without speaking English, Candice defied cultural expectations and broke societal norms to pursue her entrepreneurial vision. In this episode, Daniel and Candice explore her inspiring journey—from arriving in Australia alone to taking an …

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#231 Adam Bouris - Turning a Dream into Global Success 53:57

5M ago53:57

53:57

Daniel catches up with Adam Bouris, Co-founder of Who Is Elijah, Australia’s fastest-growing fragrance brand, created with his wife, Raquel. From humble beginnings in a Sydney garage to being sold in over 700 stores globally, the brand recently hit over $1 million in Black Friday sales. Daniel and Adam discuss Who Is Elijah’s meteoric rise and what…

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#230 George Raftopoulos - Do It For Yourself 1:03:13

5M ago1:03:13

1:03:13

Daniel catches up with the world-renowned artist George Raftopoulos, whose work has been exhibited both in Australia and internationally, including in New York, Hong Kong, and Paris. George’s artworks have achieved remarkable acclaim, fetching up to tens of thousands of dollars at auction. On this episode, Daniel and George dive into the world of a…

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#229 Navid Haddadan Guia - Thriving in Tough Markets 54:33

6M ago54:33

54:33

Daniel catches up with Navid Haddadan Guia, Founder and CEO of CDA CoLiving. CDA provides value-driven furnished accommodation, subletting over 1200 rooms across Sydney and growing from a two-person team to over 50 staff in just three years. On this episode, Daniel and Navid discuss his entrepreneurial journey, which began 8 years ago with his wife…

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#228 Andrew Rooke - Fuelling Success with Self Belief 54:34

6M ago54:34

54:34

Daniel catches up with Andrew Brooke, a mindset and leadership expert & one of Australia’s leading business consultants. Before launching his own business, Andrew climbed the corporate ladder, ultimately serving as Executive Director at a nine-figure fintech company. He now brings his wealth of experience to his own entrepreneurial ventures. Daniel…

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#227 Mel Gholami - Redefining Work-Life Balance 50:54

6M ago50:54

50:54

Daniel catches up with Mel Gholami, Founder and CEO of Planix Projects, a multi-award-winning project management company known for its success in the government and non-profit sectors. From migrating to Australia at 16 in search of freedom and opportunity, Mel transformed adversity into ambition, building one of the country’s most respected project…

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#226 Daniel Breese - Building Global Teams 50:39

7M ago50:39

50:39

Daniel catches up with Daniel Breese, Director of AS White Global, a company helping Aussie businesses build international teams, with over 1500 staff members under management across the Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand. Daniel and Dan discuss international staffing and the effects of COVID on the industry. They speak about flexible wor…

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Christian Duty in a Democratic Society | Greg Seltz & Dr. Michael Youssef 24:04

7M ago24:04

24:04

Greg Seltz invites Dr. Michael Youssef of "Leading the Way," to discuss the confusion Christians face around voting. Dr. Youssef highlights portions of a free digital resource called, “A Biblical Worldview of Government: A Non-Partisan Perspective.” to bring biblical clarity. He discusses the importance of balancing civic duties with faith, urging …

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#225 Dominic Legg - Unlocking Continuous Improvement 57:25

7M ago57:25

57:25

Daniel catches up with Dominic Legg, Founder & CEO of Motion by Design. Originally starting the animation studio 6 years ago with a focus on marketing content, Dom and his team now specialise in creating videos for change management and staff education, servicing large transnational corporations and government organisations. Daniel & Dom discuss ho…

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#224 George Psyhogios - Cleaning Up, Scaling Big 45:54

7M ago45:54

45:54

Daniel catches up with George Psyhogios, Founder & CEO of ProGekt Group, a commercial cleaning business that has generated over $50 million in revenue and employs 150 staff members. In addition to his success with ProGekt, George has recently founded Power Potential, a ground-breaking holistic wellness centre that combines traditional Mediterranean…

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#223 Dr Leanne Elich - Creating The Life You Want 56:50

7M ago56:50

56:50

Daniel catches up with Leanne Elich, CEO of Leanne Elich Consulting, a company that helps businesses ethically influence customer behavior by understanding the brain and human behavior. Leanne is a decorated Sales Psychology Strategist, Neuroscientist, Leadership Advisor, Author, and Speaker. In 2023, she was named one of the Top 20 Women in Busine…

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#222 Mark Connelly - The Power of Positive Framing 56:32

7M ago56:32

56:32

Daniel catches up with Mark Connelly, Co-Founder of Populares, a communications company that leverages decades of experience in building change-making and political strategies to help governments and big corporations better understand their target audiences. Mark played a key role in shaping the strategy for several successful Teal campaigns in the…

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#221 Jasmine Chilcott - A Healthy Gut is Better to be Trusted 57:39

8M ago57:39

57:39

Daniel catches up with Jasmine Chilcott, Founder & CEO of FixBIOME, a leading gut health education and supplement company making a difference in the lives of thousands suffering from gut health issues. In this episode, Jasmine shares her inspiring journey from years of battling bloating and IBS while working as a professional model, to uncovering t…

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#220 George Hadjia - Invest Smarter, Scale Faster 52:50

8M ago52:50

52:50

Daniel Catches up with George Hadjia, the founder & CIO at Bristlemoon Capital. At only 33 years old George has already managed to rise up the corporate ladder before venturing off to start his own hedge fund, managing the investment capital of high net worth individuals in Australia. Daniel and George dive into the psychology of investing, discuss…

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#219 Sue Blatchford - Mastering Pay-Per-Click Strategies 1:02:02

8M ago1:02:02

1:02:02

Daniel Catches up with Sue Blatchford, the Founder of PayPerClick Digital Marketing Agency. Sue has run her agency for over 22 years, making her one of the nations leading experts in PPC advertising, winning multiple awards in the process. Daniel and Sue explore the evolution of digital marketing over the past two decades and discuss strategies bus…

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The Growing Cost of Christian Faithfulness 42:01

8M ago42:01

42:01

The Christian Outlook - August 31, 2024 Albert Mohler shares about Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Facebook, writing a formal letter to the House Judiciary Committee that accuses the Biden administration of limiting speech on the platform. Owen Strachan, host of the "Grace and Truth” podcast, invites Vanessa Sivadge, a courageous young nurse from Texas, to…

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#218 Volodymyr Katanskyi - Resilience in Entrepreneurship 1:05:33

9M ago1:05:33

1:05:33

Daniel catches up with Volodymyr Katanskyi, the Founder of Worklair and StartupCraft. Worklair is a tool for managing remote work, and StartupCraft is a leading agency specialising in custom software solutions with a focus on blockchain. Volodymyr’s journey is incredibly inspiring; after being forced to flee his home country of Ukraine due to the w…

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#217 Corbin Barry - Attracting Clients You Want to Serve 51:00

9M ago51:00

51:00

Daniel catches up with Corbin Barry, Founder of Sage Space & Principal Dentist at Annandale Dental. Corbin is a remarkable entrepreneur who since identifying holes in the dental industry has been determined to improve it, turning a typically uncomfortable and tedious routine into a more positive and premium experience. Daniel and Corbin discuss how…

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#216 Hitesh Dhawan - Focus, Lead, Succeed 52:09

9M ago52:09

52:09

Daniel catches up with Hitesh Dhawan, Founder & CEO of digital solutions company, Neuronimbus. Founded by Hitesh over 20 years ago, Neuronimbus has grown into a team of over 200 technology experts who develop products for major global businesses such as Revlon & Bose. On this episode, Daniel and Hitesh delve into the problem-solving challenges of b…

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#215 Lisa Jones - Building E-Com Empires 57:01

9M ago57:01

57:01

Daniel catches up with Lisa Jones, Founder and CEO of SHE-com. Lisa, an extremely passionate ecommerce expert, has created three multi-million-dollar brands and established a supportive community for female e-com founders through SHE-com. She is also a Smart 50 Community Hero Award winner, a published author, and a respected keynote speaker. In thi…

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Finding Contentment in Christ: Insights from Brian Bales and Jim Supp 30:38

10M ago30:38

30:38

Brian Bales and Jim Supp, Senior Teaching Pastor of Reston Bible Church in Dulles, Virginia, discuss the biblical concept of contentment, emphasizing that it is not about denying life's difficulties but finding peace with what God has provided. They suggest that contentment involves wanting what one already has, trusting God's plan, and using scrip…

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#214 Natasha Etschmann - Fast Tracking Financial Freedom 47:29

10M ago47:29

47:29

Daniel catches up with Natasha Etschmann, Founder of Tash Invests and author of 'How To Not Work Forever'. Growing her @tashinvests social media community to over 120k, Tash is dedicated to educating young people on how to invest and make the most out of their money. Daniel and Natasha talk all things investing, debunking myths and clarifying why i…

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#213 Tim Cullen - Mastering Your Niche 56:20

10M ago56:20

56:20

Daniel catches up for the second time with Tim Cullen, CEO of Tradie Spec, Australia’s largest trade vehicle supplier and rent-to-own service ensuring all tradies have access to reliable, affordable and well-fitted vehicles to suit all their business needs. Daniel and Tim delve into the significance of specialisation and finding your niche. They al…

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#212 Tony Kofkin - Personal Wealth Strategies 54:30

10M ago54:30

54:30

Daniel catches up with Tony Kofkin, Director of Kofkin Bond & Co. With over 50 years of industry experience, they are one of Australia's leading financial planning organisations for individuals, families, businesses, not-for-profits and charitable foundations, and highly regarded in private wealth management and corporate advisory. Daniel and Tony …

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#211 Dain Walker - Your Personal Brand Matters 1:05:36

10M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

Daniel catches up with Dain Walker, Founder of Rivyl & author of ‘The 90 Day Brand Plan’. Dain is a globally recognised expert in branding, who has worked with some of the world's largest brands and has amassed over 700k followers on social channels through educating others in the space. Daniel and Dain discuss the significance of effective brandin…

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#210 Sasha Shevelev - 20 Years of Website Development 45:09

11M ago45:09

45:09

Daniel catches up with Sasha Shevelev, the Co-Founder and CEO of Webcoda, a website development agency established over 20 years ago, now boasting an impressive client list, including Sony, UNSW, and the Federal Government. Daniel and Sasha dive into the surprising journeys that lead people to entrepreneurship. They uncover the challenges of career…

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#209 Carolina Montanez - Keys to a Successful Business Partnership 48:57

11M ago48:57

48:57

Daniel catches up with Carolina Montanez, Co-Founder of Plane 2 Sea International, a freight forwarding company established by her and three former coworkers after their previous employer closed down. Operating for 13 succcessful years, Plane 2 Sea was recently awarded the 2022 Australian Women's Small Business Award for Transport & Logistics. Dani…

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#208 Alexandra Murray - Forbes 30 Under 30 at 25 54:24

11M ago54:24

54:24

Daniel catches up with Alexandra (Lexie) Murray, Founder of Be Seen Socials. Be Seen is a one-stop social media agency with a Gen Z approach, focusing on the management of social presence, influencer communications, and content creation. Lexie started her now booming business during Covid at the age of only 21, off the back of her international inf…

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#207 Robert Krastich - Pursuit of Excellence 1:00:07

11M ago1:00:07

1:00:07

Daniel catches up with Robert Krastich, Founder of Sharper Facility Services - A cleaning company that services over 180 premises across the Eastern Seaboard. Born to hard working immigrant parents from Croatia, Robert’s self-made entrepreneurial journey is one of hard work, self-belief and determination. In this episode Daniel and Robert discuss h…

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#206 Quan Payne - Creating a Brand Customers Love 57:06

12M ago57:06

57:06

Daniel catches up with Quan Payne, Founder & Creative Director of Studio Payne. Starting the creative agency in 2019, Quan has worked with celebrities such as LeBron James & Kendall Jenner and created campaigns for some of the world’s biggest brands including Google, Nike & Clavin Klein. On this episode, Daniel and Quan delve into his impressive re…

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