Episode 11 – We have the answers, but what are the questions?
The Box I Live in Podcast is the “no fluff” guide to corporate survival and growth. Host Ben Reeve and co-host & producer Blake Howard discuss the series one highlights, advice and inspirations from the ways our wonderful guests navigate their careers and their lives. Watch the video version HERE.
Episode 10 – A desk is a dangerous place to view the world from w/ Navroze Kotwal
The Box I Live in Podcast is the “no fluff” guide to corporate survival and growth. Host Ben Reeve and co-host & producer Blake Howard talk to Operations Manager for Westpac NZ, Navroze Kotwal. Ben, Blake, and Navroze talk about aspirations to get in the army, managing people working 600 Acres of Coffee Plantation, losing opportunities from running one’s mouth off and moving from growing plants to growing people. Watch the video version HERE.
Episode 9 – This is what happens if you don’t plan w/ Christopher McIntosh
The Box I Live in Podcast is the “no fluff” guide to corporate survival and growth. Host Ben Reeve and co-host & producer Blake Howard talk to the HR Manager at ATNZ Apprentice Training New Zealand, Christopher McIntosh. Ben, Blake, and Christopher talk about his “choose your own adventure” style career; being a divorce solicitor and knowing your clients better than your best friends; attempts to change an industry and earn a passive income; and finding satisfaction in knowing what you really value. Watch the video version HERE.
Episode 8 – Finding Your Purpose in the “For Purpose” Sector w/ Denise Cheng
The Box I Live in Podcast is the “no fluff” guide to corporate survival and growth. Host Ben Reeve and co-host & producer Blake Howard talk to philanthropy Relationship Manager Denise Cheng. Ben, Blake and Denise talk about the similarities and differences between corporate entities and the “for purpose” sector, the sacrifice and dedication required for the transition, and making a difference – even a small one – is what makes it all worthwhile at the end of the day. Watch the video version HERE.
Episode 7 – The Right Amount of Challenge w/ Michelle Lim
The Box I Live in Podcast is the “no fluff” guide to corporate survival and growth. Host Ben Reeve and co-host & producer Blake Howard talk to New Zealand ex-pat and millennial finance professional Michelle Lim. Ben, Blake and Michelle talk about the necessity for challenges to grow, needing a team on the same wavelength and an increasing unwillingness to “wait it out” for traditional corporate progression.
Episode 6 – Genuine Appetite for Risk w/ Adam Lindsay
The Box I Live in Podcast is the “no fluff” guide to corporate survival and growth. Host Ben Reeve and co-host & producer Blake Howard talk to Sydney-based entrepreneur and founder of eco-cleaning powerhouse Koh, Adam Lindsay. Ben, Blake and Adam talk about side-hustles, health kicks, entrepreneurial spirit, ordering containers full of juicers, learning on the fly and finding the genuine ‘mega level’ obsessions to improve people’s lives. Watch the video version HERE.
Episode 5 – Saving the planet and living your life w/ Radha Kuppalli
The Box I Live in Podcast is the “no fluff” guide to corporate survival and growth. Host Ben Reeve and co-host & producer Blake Howard talk to the lead of New Forests’ Impact and advocacy group, Radha Kuppalli. Ben, Blake and Radha talk about how the confronting inequalities she observed in her youth started the journey toward a career in environmental advocacy. Watch the video version HERE.
Episode 4 – Seeding Growth in People and Business w/ Tom Hall
The Box I Live in Podcast is the “no fluff” guide to corporate survival and growth. Host Ben Reeve and co-host & producer Blake Howard talk to CEO and Managing Director of Alitex Ltd, Tom Hall. Ben, Blake and Tom discuss his personal epiphany that what makes him tick is a genuine interest in his people.
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Episode 3 – How do you get 50,000 people engaged? w/ Louise Smalley
The Box I Live in Podcast is the “no fluff” guide to corporate survival and growth. Host Ben Reeve and co-host & producer Blake Howard talk to Board Member of People 1st and DS Smith PLC and Director of Human Resources at Whitbread PLC – Louise Smalley. Ben, Blake and Louise discuss the ingredients to set people up for success, the importance of line managers and that we all have careers whether we like it or not. Watch the video version HERE.
Episode 2 – I’m a Professional, Get Me Out of Here w/ Sarah Ewen
The Box I Live in Podcast is the “no fluff” guide to corporate survival and growth. Host Ben Reeve and co-host & producer Blake Howard talk to Sarah Ewen about the essential considerations if you’re thinking about stepping out of your comfort zone and out of corporate life. Watch the video version HERE.
Episode 1 – How Did We Get Here
The Box I Live in Podcast is the “no fluff” guide to corporate survival and growth. Host Ben Reeve and co-host & producer Blake Howard discuss what The Box I Live In is, why a podcast, and the show goals. Listen up for the tools and tactics for future-proofing your career. Watch the video version HERE.