About this episode

Dave Letele interviews Mike Bennetts, sharing essential advice for business leaders navigating tough economic times.

It’s tough out there right now. So Dave sat down with Mike Bennetts — Ex-CEO of Z Energy and one of New Zealand’s most experienced business leaders — to ask the questions every business owner is thinking about. From leading one of New Zealand’s largest companies through economic uncertainty, to coaching leaders and founders today, Mike shares practical advice on navigating tough times, looking after your people, using AI to your advantage, and why working harder isn’t always the answer. Whether you’re running a business, leading a team, or trying to build something from the ground up, there’s plenty in this episode that could save you time, money, and a few mistakes.

People in this episode

Host: Dave Letele

Guest: Mike Bennetts

Topics covered

• business advice
• leadership
• economic uncertainty
• AI in business
• team management

Keywords

• business
• leadership
• economic uncertainty
• AI
• team management
• Z Energy
• Mike Bennetts

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Z Energy

Places: New Zealand

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