Let's Talk small Business with Mitchell Wilson
Podcast Description
Running a small business shouldn’t feel like a never-ending game of whack-a-mole.
Let’s Talk Small Business is the straight-talking podcast for owners who are tired of the fluff and ready to get results. Hosted by business coach Mitchell Wilson, you’ll get insights, proven strategies, and the occasional reality check — all designed to help you build a business that actually works.
Because guess what? You don’t need another guru — you need a breakthrough.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of topics pertinent to small business owners, focusing on practical strategies and insights that lead to tangible results. Episodes may explore themes such as marketing failures, financial management, and operational efficiency, with specific discussions including the reasons behind small business marketing failures and lessons learned from personal entrepreneurial journeys.

Running a SME business shouldn’t feel like a never-ending game of whack-a-mole.
Let’s Talk Small Business is the straight-talking podcast for owners who are tired of the fluff and ready to get results. Hosted by business coach Mitchell Wilson, you’ll get insights, proven strategies, and the occasional reality check — all designed to help you build a business that actually works.
Because guess what? You don’t need another guru — you need a breakthrough.
Mitchell sits down with Kip O’Donnell, founder of Start Recruitment, to talk about what really goes into finding the right talent for your business. With over two decades in recruitment across London, Auckland, and now Nelson, Kip shares his journey from big corporates to running his own show. He breaks down how recruitment actually works, why the best candidates might never see your job ad, and what small businesses get wrong when it comes to hiring. Plus, Kip opens up about his unexpected heart surgery and how it shifted his outlook on work and success. If you’re a business owner thinking about growing your team in 2026, this episode is packed with helpful, honest advice.

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