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Notes From The Executive

Mina Amso
New Zealand
Artificial Intelligence
Marketing
New Zealand Economy
Entrepreneurship
Energy
Auckland, New Zealand
Storytelling
Auckland
Oil
Kiwisaver
Australia
Chatgpt
Four Day Week
Burnout
Public Speaking
Ecotourism
Podcasting
Canva
Resilience

Notes From The Executive is NZ's no-BS business & entrepreneurship podcast for Auckland owners running established companies - $1M-$10M revenue, 5-50 staff - who want to grow faster, protect their margin, and build something worth selling. Hosted by Mina Amso (Podcaster + Founder), every episode has real NZ founders sharing the numbers, decisions & hard lessons. Topics: cash flow, scaling, hiring,... more

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Melissa Clark-Reynolds
The Street Smart Futurist, CEO, founder and independent board director of Wētā Workshop and Beef Plus Lamb New Zealand
Wētā Workshop; Beef + Lamb New Zealand
Episode: NZ is About to Change: Here's What 2040 Really Looks Like | Ft. Melissa Clark-Reynolds ONZM
Stanley Henry
Founder of an organic social media agency; expert in AI-driven product development
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Episode: I Made $500K In 11 Weeks: The Fastest Way To Use AI Agents To Make $$ & Be More Productive (No Code)
Phil O'Reilly
NZ business and policy insider, former chair of OECD-related bodies
Episode: Why Australia Stopped Taking NZ Seriously: Phil O'Reilly ONZM
Damien Grant
Prominent NZ licensed insolvency practitioner
Damien Grant & Co
Episode: What's Actually Destroying NZ Companies? The Undertaker Speaks Out
Bill James
Sales strategist, author, and NZ sales expert
Independent consultant / Speaker
Episode: How to Sell When the NZ Economy Is This Bad (Sales Expert's Recession Playbook)
Bernadette Heke
Economist, guest discussing NZ economy and housing dependence
Episode: Why New Zealand Is Going Broke: 3 Top Economists Explain Why (Plus a Social Scientist)
Shamabilia Coop
Social scientist, guest contributing to discussion on social and demographic implications
Episode: Why New Zealand Is Going Broke: 3 Top Economists Explain Why (Plus a Social Scientist)
Hannah McQueen
Founder of Enable Me, later involved in Age Brightly
Enable Me / Age Brightly
Episode: 'Should I Sell My Company?' Could This Be The Worst Time to Sell Your NZ Business?
Bernard Hickey
Prominent New Zealand financial journalist, economic commentator and public speaker
Independent journalist / media commentator
Episode: Bernard Hickey: The NZ Housing Game Is Over (It's Not Coming Back)

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Mina Amso
Host of Notes From The Executive

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Insightful and informative

    Mina has a way of getting to the nitty gritty and extracting helpful insights for her audience. She’s thinking about what the audience wants to dig deeper and gets to it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MBFAKNZ
    New Zealand10 months ago
  • Love your stuff!

    I’ll follow a podcast if I can take away even one idea to use in my business, and this one delivers.

    Hearing stories from Kiwi entrepreneurs helps me better understand myself, stay aware of what’s ahead, and feel like I’m soaking up real, valuable insight.

    There’s so much generic content out there, but nothing feels as uniquely relevant to New Zealand business as this. Big thanks to Mina for the awesome content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EthanCleanBoss
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Some great interviews - well done!

    After being interviewed by Mina on the podcast, I started listening to the other ones.

    They get addictive.. great honest storytelling.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Richnz123
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Leadership, growth & so much more!

    I’ve fallen in love with this show - Mina always shares the most fascinating stories, cultivates the most brilliant ideas & really leaves me with something to ā€˜chew’ on during my day. I know I’ve grown so much through tuning to her podcast - I just want MORE!

    Couldn’t recommend this show & this phenomenal woman behind it enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aspiring leader - Talitha
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast

    I loved the episode about leading in crisis. Very relevant to what we going through atm. So proud of you Mina, love seeing you thrive in this field. Lots of love my friend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Refka84
    New Zealand5 years ago

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Clear, practical takeaways you can apply in your business today.
Great mix of guest expertise and real-world stories from NZ founders.
Host asks sharp questions and brings out valuable, actionable insights.

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There isn't one single big mistake; rather, a pattern of rapid experimentation and pivots that taught me to slow down at key hiring and market-entry decisions, reflect on outcomes, and ensure hires align with the role and long-term strategy.
How She Built An App With 10,000 Users in 21 Days (Exact Strategy)
Q: How did you get your first hundred eateries on board?
Early conversations were driven by the founder's sales background and a willingness to door-knock with a simple wireframe pitch, which gradually built momentum as more eateries joined and referrals emerged.
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Q: What are the risks parents should consider with AI in the home?
There are concerns about AI's impact on children, including addiction and unsafe interactions; parents should supervise, set boundaries, and leverage AI as a constructive tool while maintaining real-world connections.
Is It Too Late to Learn AI at 45? What Changed in 5 Weeks (What it means for YOU)
Q: What should people in their 40s do to stay relevant?
Experiment with one tool, build a structured habit of asking clear prompts, and consider joining cohort-based programs or courses to gain practical, community-supported learning that reinforces new skills.
Is It Too Late to Learn AI at 45? What Changed in 5 Weeks (What it means for YOU)
Q: How accessible and disruptive is AI now compared to the internet's early days?
AI is three years of internet progress compressed into a short period, highly accessible on mobile, with vast potential across industries, and it's already altering how people work, learn, and create—often with lower costs and faster outputs.

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What is Notes From The Executive about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical NZ business-focused show featuring seasoned founders, economists, and operators who share real-world numbers, decisions, and hard lessons. Episodes frequently tackle cash flow management, margins, scaling, and strategic exits, alongside macro themes like housing-driven economies, productivity, and leadership in downturns. The format tends toward candid, actionable guidance with frameworks, case studies, and everyday business tactics—appealing to owners of established NZ companies seeking measurable improvements and resilient growth. Notable strengths include a no-nonsense, founder-centric approach and a track record of bringing high-credibility guests who blend finance, strategy, and operational execution into tangible takeaways... more

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3. Phil O'Reilly
4. Damien Grant
5. Bill James
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