Best Behaviour
Gabrielle Harris - Interchange
This is Best Behaviour, the podcast that navigates workplace culture, one story at a time. We’re diving into the culture stories of some of Australia’s largest and most successful companies on the hunt for insights you can implement in your organisation. We’re promising practical tips, a rollercoaster of topics, and above-average shits and giggles.
Best Behaviour is produced by Interchange, a management consultancy creatively transforming organsiations. Find out more about Interchange here: https://www.interchange.com.au
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Bunnings: Under the Hammer with Michael Schneider
Best Behaviour
09/26/23 • 54 min
Guest: Michael Schneider, CEO of Bunnings
Hosts: Gabe Harris and Chris Gabardi
Recorded at Bunnings Support Centre, Burnley, VIC
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Find out more about Interchange here: https://interchange.com.au
Find out more about Bunnings here: https://www.bunnings.com.au/
Follow us on instagram: https://instagram.com/interchange_co
Find us on linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-interchange/
Best Behaviour podcast is recorded on Wurundjeri land, Interchange acknowledges that this always was, and always will be Aboriginal land.
For more information about Interchange and the work that we do, check out our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn, or instagram.
Dr Sean Gallagher: The Future of Human Work
Best Behaviour
06/29/23 • 49 min
Dr Sean Gallagher is the director of Swinburne University’s Centre for the New Workforce, Chief Investigator at the Australian Cobotics Centre, has a PhD in Chemistry, and is a member of the Future of Work advisory panel - In the latest episode of Best Behaviour, Gabe and Nick sat down with Sean to talk about the possible impact of AI on the workforce, Hybrid working, and the need to be nimble and experimental as we forge a new way of working into the future.
You can read more about Swinburne's Centre for the New Workforce here: https://www.swinburne.edu.au/research/centres-groups-clinics/centre-for-the-new-workforce/our-research/
Best Behaviour podcast is recorded on Wurundjeri land, Interchange acknowledges that this always was, and always will be Aboriginal land.
For more information about Interchange and the work that we do, check out our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn, or instagram.
MECCA: The Beauty of Education with Hayley Curcio
Best Behaviour
08/29/23 • 44 min
In this episode, Gabe and Bec are joined by Hayley Curcio, Head of MECCAversity at MECCA Brands to discuss her experiences in shaping the culture of one of Australia’s biggest and most recognised brands.
MECCA originated in Melbourne in 1997, and have reshaped beauty in Australia and Aotearoa (New Zealand), with innovative retail and top-notch beauty experiences.
Founded by Jo Horgan, MECCA is now Australia's biggest luxury beauty seller, attracting 4 million customers annually through 100+ stores and online. They offer an exclusive collection of 200+ top global beauty brands and have a team of more than 6000.
Discussed in this episode:
- MECCA's long-term organisational focus on education
- Hayley's journey to her role as Head of MECCAversity
- The cultural pillars that have supported MECCA's massive growth in recent years
Guest: Hayley Curcio
Hosts: Gabe Harris and Bec Hale
Recorded at Rolln Studios, Collingwood 2023
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Find out more about Interchange here: https://interchange.com.au
Find out more about MECCA here: https://www.mecca.com/en-au/about-mecca/
Follow us on instagram: https://instagram.com/interchange_co
Find us on linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-interchange/
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Find details for the first event in our 2023 Creative Approach Series
'A Creative Approach to Addressing Psychosocial Hazards' here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/a-creative-approach-to-addressing-psychosocial-hazards-tickets-678715715977?aff=podcast
use code PODCAST50 for 50% off your ticket price
Best Behaviour podcast is recorded on Wurundjeri land, Interchange acknowledges that this always was, and always will be Aboriginal land.
For more information about Interchange and the work that we do, check out our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn, or instagram.
06/16/23 • 23 min
The Culture Commute is our fortnightly in-house look at workplace culture. This episode Chris and Gabe look at Strategy - does it need to look beyond profit, or will money always be the driver of success?
Gabe's recommendation:
Zero podcast
Chris' recommendation:
Masters of Scale podcast
Best Behaviour podcast is recorded on Wurundjeri land, Interchange acknowledges that this always was, and always will be Aboriginal land.
For more information about Interchange and the work that we do, check out our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn, or instagram.
05/01/23 • 42 min
Ever wondered how a business focussed on fun can function effectively?
In this episode, Interchange’s Creative Director Chris Gabardi and COO Cade Witnish sit down with Michael Schreiber (CEO) and Chelsea Mannix (CPO) from Funlab, a company that creates unique entertainment experiences for people of all ages.
About Funlab: Funlab is an Australian-based company that was founded in 2010. With iconic brands like Strike Bowling, Holey Moley, Hijinx Hotel and Archie Brothers, they currently operate over 30 venues across Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore, and are expanding rapidly. Their venues are designed to be immersive, engaging, and above all, fun.
During the interview, we discuss the following topics:
· The history of Funlab and how the company culture has changed over the years.
· The philosophy behind Funlab's approach to entertainment and how they strive to create unique experiences for their guests and team members (Motherfunners).
· Some of the challenges they have faced in the industry, including the impact of COVID-19 on their business, and how they maintained their strong culture throughout.
· Funlab traditions and rituals that play a key role in attraction and retention of great Motherfunners.
· Funlab's plans for the future, including expanding into the USA.
More information about Interchange and the work we do: https://interchange.com.au
More information about Funlab: https://fun-lab.com
Hosts: Chris Gabardi and Cade Witnish
Guests: Michael Schreiber and Chelsea Mannix
Producer: Niki Hayton
Recorded at Castaway Studios, Collingwood, 2023
Best Behaviour podcast is recorded on Wurundjeri land, Interchange acknowledges that this always was, and always will be Aboriginal land.
For more information about Interchange and the work that we do, check out our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn, or instagram.
05/24/24 • 28 min
In this episode of The Culture Commute from 2023 Gabe sat down with Interchange's own Organisational Psychologist Nick Brandon-Jones to talk all things Safety Culture.
Using Chernobyl as a case study, Nick and Gabe deep-dive on how the disaster could have been prevented, how organisations can transform their Safety Culture, and how Bollywood acted as an accelerant for culture change that would have otherwise taken generations.
Follow Gabe here
and Nick here
Best Behaviour podcast is recorded on Wurundjeri land, Interchange acknowledges that this always was, and always will be Aboriginal land.
For more information about Interchange and the work that we do, check out our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn, or instagram.
John Pollaers OAM: A Purpose-Driven Career
Best Behaviour
01/16/24 • 78 min
Note:
This episode was recorded in early 2023. While we always record for 90 minutes, we didn't want to edit this down to fit our normal format so kept it for our summer series.
Please enjoy this full-length conversation with John Pollaers
In this episode, we explore the remarkable career of John Pollaers OAM, a figure synonymous with leadership in both the corporate and academic sectors. After beginning his working life in the Navy, John's first corporate foray was with Diageo, rising through the ranks to become President Asia Pacific. He further cemented his leadership prowess as CEO of major companies like Pacific Brands and Foster’s Group Limited. Acknowledged for his contributions to the manufacturing sector, education, and business with the Medal of the Order of Australia in 2018, John's influence extends to his role as Chancellor of Swinburne University of Technology since February 2019, where he champions innovation and excellence in higher education.
In 2022 John was made Non Executive Director for AGL - Gabe and Chris took the opportunity in early 2023 to sit down with John to talk about his life and career, digging in to what it means to be lead by an unwavering purpose.
Best Behaviour podcast is recorded on Wurundjeri land, Interchange acknowledges that this always was, and always will be Aboriginal land.
For more information about Interchange and the work that we do, check out our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn, or instagram.
03/17/25 • 30 min
Welcome back to the 2025 season of Best Behaviour! This year we've given the podcast a creative refresh, kicking things off with Episode 1 of our True Crime series.
In this episode, we dive into The Rise and Fall of Bennet and Clarke Capital, a finance firm in its golden era - until a high-stakes merger changes everything. As priorities shift, psychosocial hazards emerge and cyber safety is pushed into the background. And when a devastating data leak occurs, the firm’s response reveals just how deep the cracks run...
A gripping story of secrets, blame, and cultural failure that will leave you guessing until the very end.
Want to see more of our work at Interchange? Check out our case studies HERE
Best Behaviour podcast is recorded on Wurundjeri land, Interchange acknowledges that this always was, and always will be Aboriginal land.
For more information about Interchange and the work that we do, check out our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn, or instagram.
05/17/24 • 49 min
'Brave people telling honest stories' - this is what Chris Doyle puts Lendlease's astounding safety leadership down to. Chris is Lendlease's Group Head of EHS and Operational Assurance and an Abassador for NSW Mentally Healthy Workplaces. Interchange's Chris Gabardi and Felix Johnson had the pleasure of unpacking the property giant's safety story over the last couple of decades with Chris, before looking to the future with new Psychosocial legislation rolling out nation-wide.
Grab your ticket to our Psychosocial Safety event here.
Best Behaviour podcast is recorded on Wurundjeri land, Interchange acknowledges that this always was, and always will be Aboriginal land.
For more information about Interchange and the work that we do, check out our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn, or instagram.
BONUS EPISODE: Safe and Sound - behind the curtain!
Best Behaviour
05/17/24 • 30 min
DON'T TELL ANYONE YOU LISTENED TO THIS PODCAST!
Take a peak behind the curtain of our creative approach to Psychosocial safety event, now in its third iteration, 'Safe and Sound'.
Sophie and Felix break down all the science and secrets behind this immersive Interchange experience.
Get all the details and secure your ticket here, use code PODCAST50 for 50% off the ticket price... and remember, if you DO come, don't give away the surprise!
The psychosocial hazards that Felix and Sophie used for their game at the end of the episode:
Job Demands
Low Job Control
Poor Support
Lack of Role Clarity
Poor Organisational Change Management
Inadequate Reward & Recognition
Poor Organisational Justice
Traumatic Events or Material
Remote or Isolated Work
Poor Physical Environment
Violence & Aggression
Bullying
Harrassment
Conflict or Poor Workplace Relationships & Interactions
Best Behaviour podcast is recorded on Wurundjeri land, Interchange acknowledges that this always was, and always will be Aboriginal land.
For more information about Interchange and the work that we do, check out our website, or connect with us on LinkedIn, or instagram.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Best Behaviour have?
Best Behaviour currently has 35 episodes available.
What topics does Best Behaviour cover?
The podcast is about Culture, Training, Management, Leadership, Podcasts and Business.
What is the most popular episode on Best Behaviour?
The episode title 'John Pollaers OAM: A Purpose-Driven Career' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Best Behaviour?
The average episode length on Best Behaviour is 36 minutes.
How often are episodes of Best Behaviour released?
Episodes of Best Behaviour are typically released every 12 days, 22 hours.
When was the first episode of Best Behaviour?
The first episode of Best Behaviour was released on Apr 18, 2023.
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