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Two Blokes One Business is a weekly business podcast for entrepreneurs, founders, recruiters, and aspiring business owners who want real lessons on starting, growing, and scaling a business.
Hosted by Harvey Rivers and Adam Powell, two ex-professional footballers who built HARWELL., a specialist recruitment agency that generated $1.25M in year one, $6M in year two, and ranked #5 on the Australian Financial Review's Top 100 Fast Starters.
Every episode digs into what it actually takes to build, lead, and grow a company - including the decisions that paid off, the ones that didn't, and everything in between.
In solo episodes, Harvey and Adam break down the lessons, mistakes, and strategies they wish someone had told them three years ago when they were starting out.
In guest episodes, they sit down for candid conversations with Australia's top entrepreneurs, leaders, and world-class performance experts - to unpack what actually drives success in business and life.
If you want practical insights on building a business, scaling a company, and making smarter moves as an entrepreneur, this is the podcast for you.
New episodes published every week - subscribe now to level up your business journey
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You can work hard every day and still stay stuck. This episode shares why most people fail at personal development, entrepreneurship, and building a success mindset (and how to fix it). Our guest, Jack Corbett (Founder Corbwood & Associates), shares his inspiring entrepreneurial journey. From growing up with nothing… to building businesses, developing unshakable self-belief, and learning how to take full ownership of life. If you're sitting on an idea, stuck in a rut, or wondering what...
Everyone says “play it safe”… but avoiding risk is exactly why most people stay broke, stuck, and average. In this episode, we’re breaking down the truth about risk, business, and why most people stay stuck. If you’ve ever thought about starting a business, changing careers, or making more money… but haven’t taken action… this is for you. You’ll also hear the mindset, frameworks, and real-life examples behind taking calculated risks, building a recruitment business, and escaping the cycle...
People think mental toughness is about pushing harder under stress. This episode reveals what Special Forces military training actually teaches us about handling pressure, resilience, and success. Join us and our guest John Templeton as we dissect what it really takes to succeed - through a busines, physical, and military lens. If you're building a business, feeling stuck, or trying to level up mentally… this will change how you think about discipline, pressure, and success. 👉 Why mental...
What happens when an ordinary person decides to do something extraordinary? In this episode, Will Peck shares his insane challenge… running from the north to the south of South Korea… completely alone, in freezing conditions, with nothing but discipline and determination. This episode is a masterclass on mental toughness, consistency, overcoming fear, and becoming the kind of person who actually follows through. Tune in to hear about: 👉Why discipline beats motivation every time 👉How to s...
He went to prison 6 times… was addicted to crystal meth for years… and nearly lost everything. In this week’s episode of Two Blokes One Business, the chaps are joined by Ben Lowe ( Founder of INTOCHANGE and The New Age Man Program). From dealing drugs and running from police - to becoming a successful entrepreneur and mentor for men. Ben breaks down the turning points that forced him to face his past, take responsibility, and completely transform who he was. This episode explored addiction...
There’s something more painful than failing… It’s watching someone else build the life you wanted. If you’ve ever hesitated to start a business, take a risk, or step into something bigger because of fear of failure, it’s time to confront what’s really holding you back. Most people don’t fail because they lack skill. They fail because they don’t want to risk embarrassment. So they stay stuck playing it safe, staying comfortable, and telling themselves “now’s not the right time”. Tune in t...
Thinking about starting a recruitment agency? Wondering how to scale a recruitment business without burning cash? Curious how a brand-new recruitment startup hit $15.5M revenue in year two? Before you quit your recruitment job - you need to hear this! Most recruiters talk about starting a business. Very few actually do it. In this episode, we break down exactly how two founders scaled a recruitment agency to $15.5M revenue in year two, became one of the fastest-growing companies in Aust...
Should you run your relationship like a business? At first, it sounds cold, unromantic, and too structured. But what if applying CEO-level systems, goal setting, and EOS principles to your personal life is exactly what high-performing entrepreneurs need to balance business and family? In this episode of the Two Blokes, One Business Podcast, we break down why structuring your life like a CEO might be the missing piece to building wealth and strong relationships. We dive into applying Entre...
When you live in fight-or-flight long enough, stress becomes your personality… and that’s exactly what’s happening to most entrepreneurs. Today we’re joined by Chris Payten, who’s unpacking how entrepreneurs can use breathwork, nervous system regulation techniques, and emotional regulation to win… And why so many high performers stay stuck in fight-or-flight without realising it. This conversation connects mental health, performance, leadership, and healing in a way that’s practical, groun...
Are you actually cut out to be an entrepreneur… or are you better off staying employed? In this episode, we’re unpacking the REAL traits of successful entrepreneurs, the mindset required to start and grow a business, and business ownership vs a traditional career. We’re also exploring the psychological side of entrepreneurship, including fear, self-doubt, responsibility, discipline, and the reality of living without a safety net. Inspired by lessons seen in high performers like Alex Hormo...
If your success is fuelled by pressure, fear, or proving you’re “enough,” - burnout is inevitable. Mindset coach Lewis Huckstep joins the lads to pull back the curtain on the psychology of insecurity-driven success, hustle culture, trauma, and what it actually takes to build a fulfilling life (without burning yourself out). Tune in to hear about: ✅Why insecurity is one of the most powerful fuels for high achievement ✅Hustle culture vs healing: when the grind works (and when it destroys yo...
Scaling a business sounds exciting… until you’re the bottleneck, hiring feels risky, and imposter syndrome hits you in the face every single day. In this episode of Two Blokes One Business, we break down exactly what it’s like to grow a recruitment business, hire the right people, and build systems without burning out. From hiring new team members and reducing key person risk, to battling imposter syndrome, building systems, and learning when to let go — this is a behind-the-scenes look at...
What happens when you reach the top… and still feel empty? In this powerful episode, former AFL star Alex Rance unpacks life after elite sport, the cost of high performance, and how he rebuilt his identity, purpose, and business - after leaving professional football. We explore themes every high achiever, entrepreneur, and career professional faces. Which mean you’ll hear about burnout, imposter syndrome, work-life balance, and the never-ending chase for more. Tune in to discover: ✅ Wh...
Ready to make 2026 the year that actually changes you? Tune in and steal the exact framework we use to go full hammer every single year. Your future self will thank you. In this episode of Two Blokes One Business, we break down why most New Year’s resolutions fail and how to actually build discipline (not just motivation). You’ll also hear the practical systems we use to stay consistent when life gets hectic. If you’ve ever started strong in January and then faded by February, this episo...
Welcome back, Legends! Today’s episode is a special one. We're wrapping up 2025 with the best bits, funniest moments, and most valuable lessons from the past year on the Two Blokes One Business Podcast. Whether you're a small business owner, a startup founder, or just someone who enjoys real business conversations with a laugh, this one’s for you. Expect entrepreneurial insights, motivational nuggets, and of course... hilarious moments from the podcast. We couldn’t have done this ...
What if you didn’t have to start again, take a pay cut, or go backwards to completely change your life? In this episode of the Two Blokes One Business Podcast, Adam Powell and Harvey Rivers officially announce the launch of the Recruitment Agent Institute (RAI). The Recruitment Agent Institute is an education platform designed to give career-changers the knowledge, tools, and frameworks we’ve used at Harwell - so they can earn up to $30k a month, working part-time hours. Tune in to discove...
Niamh Sullivan left her “dream job” at Channel 7, built a creative agency with global clients like Meta - and did it by leading with purpose. Today, we’re exploring what it really takes to leave your career, survive chaos, and scale a founder-led brand that stands out in any market. You’ll hear Niamh’s incredible and unexpected journey - from surviving cancer as a child to launching a thriving business that works with global brands. Tune in to discover: ✅How to start a business that align...
In this episode of Two Blokes One Business, we pull back the curtain on how we scaled HARWELL. from a $20K startup to $5.92M in revenue - earning the title of 5th fastest growing company in Australia on the 2025 AFR Fast 100 list. You'll hear about the wins, the mistakes, and the lessons that got us here. If you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or thinking of starting your own recruitment agency, this episode is packed with gold. You’ll also hear about: ✅How the Australian Financial R...
Ex-MMA fighter, former stripper, and now multi-million dollar CEO - In this explosive episode of the Two Blokes One Business podcast, we’re joined by the unstoppable Barratt Kennett. Barratt shares his journey from fighting in the ring and burnout to building a 50-person sales powerhouse - and launching his elite high-performance coaching programme, Cheat Code. If you're chasing more profits, better performance, and personal growth, this episode will fire you up. Tune in to hear about ✅ ...
Can your job survive the AI revolution - or will you be replaced by a bot in the next 2 years? With A being able to cut a week of work down to one hour - we’re showing you how to do the same in your job, business, or side hustle. We’re not here to scare you – we’re here to get you ahead of the curve so you can leverage AI in your business or career. From automating low-value tasks with AI to scaling businesses faster than ever - we explore how professionals in recruitment, finance, enginee...
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