Veteran Business Community Podcast

There are certain circumstances that even the most exceptional leaders cannot adequately prepare for. Imagine yourself as a military leader, tasked with leading your troops into battle while grappling with the news of three tragic Military deaths. How would you navigate through such a challenging situation with your team?In this episode, we delve into the captivating journey of Chris Thompson-Lang, a former Military leader, Manager at Aspen Medical and Founder of Frontline Yoga. He candidly recounts his journey as a leader in the military, the impact it had on his life after leaving the military and how it ultimately led to the establishment of his business Frontline Yoga - Australia's first and only National Yoga Program for First Responders, Emergency Services, and Military Veterans.Key Takeaways: Leading a team through unimaginable crisisYoga as a tool for sharper decision-making and reactions to stressful environments. The power of habit in impacting the way you subconsciously react to situations How Frontline Yoga is fostering resilience, strength, and connection among those serving on the frontlines.Connect with Us: Instagram: @trusttprocessLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/trust-the-processWebsite: www.trusttheprocess.com.auLearn more about Chris Thompson-Lang and Frontline Yoga here: www.frontlineyoga.com.au

Supply chain is the critical glue that holds your business together. Whether your supply chain is simple or complex, it has a powerful influence on everything from product/service availability, cost and quality, to innovation, environmental impact and ultimately customer happiness. With a million and one things to juggle, it’s no surprise that business owners often call in the experts to help unravel the complexities of their supply chain.In this episode, host Pete Liston, Co-founder at Trust the Process, chats with special guest Mark Skrzypiec, Director of Vantage Point Management, who shares his expertise on creating supply chains that deliver value.Key Takeaways:How to optimise your supply chain through business unit synchronisationWhy you should plan for redundancies to reduce risks in your supply chain What every supply chain should consider to remain customer-centric.Connect with Us: Instagram: @trusttprocessLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/trust-the-processWebsite: www.trusttheprocess.com.auLearn more about Mark Skrzypiec and Vantage Point Management here: https://www.vantagepointmanagement.com.au/

From Soldier to entrepreneur, investor, and ‘Shark’ on Shark Tank Australia.Steve Baxter's name is synonymous with success in the Australian business world, yet few know that his career started with an unconventional path. Beginning as an Army apprentice, to becoming one of Australia's leading entrepreneurs, investors, and a ‘Shark’ on Shark Tank Australia, what has Steve learnt along the way?Join host Pete Liston, Co-founder of Trust the Process, as he sits down with Steve Baxter, in this episode of the Military Mindset for Business podcast.Discover how military experience shaped Steve’s approach to businessLearn the ways Steve Baxter's latest venture, Beaten Zone fund, is supporting Australian sovereign capabilityGain valuable insights on how to pitch to investors.Tune in to hear wisdom from one of Australia's top in business.Connect with Us: Instagram: @trusttprocessLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/trust-the-processWebsite: www.trusttheprocess.com.auLearn more about Steve Baxter here: https://www.stevebaxter.com.au/

From one lawn mowing business to 5,000 franchisees, Jim's Group is a household name around Australia - and for good reason!Since its humble beginnings in 1982, Jim’s Group now generates $500 million in annual revenue from it’s 5,000 franchisees, and offers over 50 services including mowing, cleaning, and even dog washing! So, what's the secret sauce that has made this business empire a success? In this episode of Military Mindset for Business, host Pete Liston (Co-founder at Trust the Process), and Jim Penman (Founder and CEO of Jim’s Group) unpack all!Discover how continuous improvement fueled this thriving franchise Learn how mastering the basics in business drives efficiency and paves way for greater revenueUnderstand why a customer-focused lens drives business successHear how Jim’s Group have leveraged systems, technology and team to support their franchisees in achieving their best business results. Connect with Us: Instagram: @trusttprocessLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/trust-the-processWebsite: www.trusttheprocess.com.auLearn more about Jim Penman and Jim’s Group here: https://jims.net/

Internet, technology and data have created the “perfect storm” for the rise of the shared economy, revolutionising the way businesses and consumers connect. With household names likes Uber, AirBnb and WeWork, much of how we consume - travel, eat, work and sleep - is influenced by the shared economy.When it comes to managing the talent in your business, leading the way is the world’s first talent sharing platform, BenchOn, allowing companies to earn revenue by loaning their staff to other businesses in need.On this episode of the Military Mindset for Business podcast, BenchOn’s Australia-based Founder and CEO, Tim Walmsley, joins us to share the lessons he’s learned as a start-up Founder. Tim lifts-the-lid on what it takes to move from product idea to execution - testing, innovating and navigating “timing” when it comes to consumer readiness for your product. He also uncovers how his tenure in the Military gave him foundational skills to remain disciplined through the highs and lows of growing a business.Connect with Us: Instagram: @trusttprocessLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/trust-the-processWebsite: www.trusttheprocess.com.auLearn more about Tim Walmsley and BenchOn here: https://www.benchon.com/

Running a business can be one of the most challenging paths a person chooses to take - it’s a journey where obstacles must be faced head-on, glass-ceilings in growth shattered, and personal limitations overcome. Just ask our next guest, Aidan Parsons. Aidan is the Director of Keystone Executive Coaching, and a leadership and behavioural outcomes specialist who works at the coalface, everyday helping business owners reach their desired level of success.In this episode of Military Mindset for Business, Aidan shares his insights into how he helps clients grow businesses that provide them with a life, rather than take from their life. He tackles topics including; letting go of control as a business owner, navigating egos in business, the dichotomy of selling, the power of a business model with integrity, and why having a pay-on-results coach is so important.

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast Military Mindset for Business! Today, our host Pete Liston has a very special guest, Nat Koko. Nat is a Creative Explorer and Owner of Willow Branding, a Sourcing clothing company with a wealth of experience in the world of branding uniforms. As per her own words, she had to reset per career to the concept 'KoKo' - Keep On Keeping On.Living with Confidence, Disciplined & Driven, Permission Granted, Surrounded by movers and shakers.Discover more in today’s episode!

Luke Morris Supply Chain Senior Executive with 15 years of experience and Pete Liston, co-founder at Trust The Process have one thing in common: They are both Military veterans that succeed in the business world. Discover how their military career helped them grow businesses and develop complex logistic operational projects in this Military Mindset Episode 4.

In this episode of Military Mindset for Business, host and TTP Co-founder Peter Liston sits down with special guest, business consultant Steve Cotterill, a retired military veteran who served as Cavalry officer for 15 years – and is now a business consultant. Together, they dive into the valuable lessons and mindset that the military can teach us about tempo where they specifically discuss the speed of decision-making and speed of task transition in the business world. From understanding the importance of clear and achievable deadlines to being flexible and adaptable, this podcast will give you the tools you need to master the art of tempo in your business. Tune in now!

In this episode our host, Pete Liston, is joined by his Co-Founder and CEO of Trust the Process, Matt Moseley to talk about their own experience transitioning from the military to entrepreneurship and how they were able to use the lessons learnt during their military career to succeed in business.Trust The Process was founded by Matt Moseley and Pete Liston. Two former Military personnel who have built multiple businesses using the power of Outsourcing and Technology. Now through Trust The Process they help other businesses to grow and reach their potential by helping them to adopt a military mindset and systemize, automate and delegate through the use offshore staffing solutions and best in class technology.

In the first ever episode of the Military Mindset for Business Podcast, your host Pete Liston, will share his framework for how to bring Military level control through consistency and visibility to your business as well as set the stage for why we are running this podcast and what you can expect going forward.