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Nicola Willis
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Recent Guests

Holly Egerton
Founder of Succession, an online law firm
Succession
Episode: (#105) How to Leave Your 9 to 5 and Build a Business You Actually Love ft. Holly Egerton
Mark Callander
Chief Executive of 2degrees
2degrees
Episode: Research reveals major changes for SMEs. Mark Callander - CEO 2degrees | Tue 9 Jun
Nicola Willis
Finance Minister of New Zealand
New Zealand Government
Episode: Nicola Willis: Finance Minister says more details will come regarding billion dollar pre-Budget allocation
Mohandeep Singh
Analyst
Craigs Investment Partners
Episode: Steel & Tube trading update signals construction sector under pressure | Tue 9 Jun
Carolyn Young
Chief Executive, Retail New Zealand
Retail NZ
Episode: Carolyn Young: Retail NZ CEO on card spending rising, the impact of concerts, Christchurch's new stadium
Andrew Fairgray
2degrees Chief Business Officer
2degrees
Episode: Andrew Fairgray: 2degreees Chief Business Officer on the new report saying the 'return to normal' narrative is no longer influencing business confidence
Mike Atkinson
Boss at Aspire Property Management
Aspire Property Management
Episode: Mike Atkinson: The worst market for landlords in 50 years
Alun Rees-Williams
Director at Britannia Financial Services, specialist in UK pension transfers
Britannia Financial Services
Episode: The forgotten pension money Kiwis are leaving behind
Nathan Guy
Former Minister for Primary Industries; New Zealand's Special Agricultural Trade Envoy
NZ Government/Trade
Episode: The Country 05/06/26: Nathan Guy talks to Jamie Mackay

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Heather
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Reviews

3.0 out of 5 stars from 4 ratings
  • Love the insights!

    So handy to have all these business tips in one place! And the weekly wrap is a great summery of some of the business related nuggets I might have missed, and can go back and listen to.

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    22afd
    New Zealand2 years ago

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Guests are consistently high-caliber and topic-focused.
Listener feedback highlights clear, concise business takeaways.
Shows effectively connect policy moves to practical business impacts.

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#22
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#192
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Andrew Fairgray: 2degreees Chief Business Officer on the new report saying the 'return to normal' narrative is no longer influencing business confidence
Q: Which groups are more optimistic and why?
Younger and smaller, digitally native businesses show more optimism because they approach the market with technology-first strategies and lower friction to adopt digital tools.
Andrew Fairgray: 2degreees Chief Business Officer on the new report saying the 'return to normal' narrative is no longer influencing business confidence
Q: What is driving the change in attitude toward the economic outlook among businesses?
Businesses are focusing on managing their own outcomes and adapting to a new normal rather than waiting for a strong recovery to appear, driven by persistent volatility and a need for greater internal control over results.
Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister says international role is 'super salesman for New Zealand'
Q: How is New Zealand handling relations with China and Taiwan?
He emphasizes treating the China relationship as a state-to-state matter, maintaining the One China policy, and engaging directly rather than through others, while being robust in asserting NZ's own concerns.
Christopher Luxon: Prime Minister says international role is 'super salesman for New Zealand'
Q: What is the international part of your job and how do you view New Zealand's role abroad?
The PM explains his aim to actively promote New Zealand internationally, building partnerships and showcasing NZ capabilities to attract investment, trade, and collaborative opportunities, especially with key allies like Australia.
Research reveals major changes for SMEs. Mark Callander - CEO 2degrees | Tue 9 Jun
Q: Are we basically saying the recovery from the post-COVID era is over and we've entered a new normal?
Yes, the consensus is that the old post-COVID recovery frame is fading; businesses are adapting to a new normal characterized by uncertainty, inflation, and the need for agility.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The SME Stream

What is The SME Stream about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A concise business-focused show aggregating practical tips and timely commentary on budgets, monetary policy, and economic developments, with frequent deep dives into NZ economics, AI adoption in business, and real-world strategies for small to mid-market companies. Episodes feature expert interviews (negotiation, finance, economics) alongside panel-style discussions that translate policy and market moves into actionable takeaways for listeners. Notable strengths include a steady stream of high-profile policy guests and a clear emphasis on how fiscal and monetary decisions affect business planning, lending, and investment. This mix makes it useful for executives, entrepreneurs, and finance professionals seeking concise, current context and ... more

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1. Holly Egerton
2. Mark Callander
3. Nicola Willis
4. Mohandeep Singh
5. Carolyn Young
6. Andrew Fairgray
7. Mike Atkinson
8. Alun Rees-Williams

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