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Ducks don’t get cold feet...but water does roll off their back.
Jp Drake. Second generation grocer, first generation lover of people and their stories. That's probably because he has access to some of the most influential and successful people in Australia. Face of the surprisingly popular LinkedIn video series Retail Wrap, podcasting is the only way we can shut him up.
Jp Drake. Second generation grocer, first generation lover of people and their stories. That's probably because he has access to some of the most influential and successful people in Australia. Face of the surprisingly popular LinkedIn video series Retail Wrap, podcasting is the only way we can shut him up.
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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Sam Bamford - former Army Paratrooper, frontline veteran and host of one of my favourite podcasts @2WorldsCollidePodcast . Sam opens up about the brutal realities of military life, the even MORE brutal transition back into civilian life and what it really means to rebuild your identity after service.Learn more about- Life on the frontline in Afghanistan and the things you can't unsee- PTSD, Mental Health and what we need to do to support our troops- How to run from Melbourne to Adelaide in 23 daysThis one's raw, real and might just change the way you think about what our veterans carry with them long after they've left the battlefield.Follow Sam's journey: https://www.2worldscollide.com.au/Want to help our frontline workers? Donate here: https://aussiefrontlinefoundation.org.au/
From the hills of Adelaide to the world stage, Jake Jones—aka Drift Squid—has carved out a name as one of Australia’s most passionate and fearless drift car drivers. Known for his wild style behind the wheel and his signature high-horsepower builds (including the notorious RB-powered BMW E92), Jake brings grassroots grit, pro-level performance, and a love for all things sideways.In this episode, we dive deep into his journey from humble pads to burnout pads, how he built his drift empire, the real story behind the "Squid" nickname, and what it takes to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of motorsport. Whether you're into JDM, Euro builds, or just love a good underdog story—this one's for you.🎧 Buckle up. It’s about to get squidgy.
If you want to know what it takes to build an iconic Australian business from the ground up, this episode is for you.For our 50th episode, and to celebrate Drakes' 50th anniversary in business, I sat down with someone who's been there since the very beginning: my Dad, Roger Drake.From his first job in a butcher shop, to quickly rising through the ranks of Coles - only to be told he "would never make it in retail" - to venturing out to build Drakes, Dad's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Now, with 50 years in the business and nearly 70 stores, he shares the story of his hard work, dedication and passion behind his success.We discuss what he was like as a kid, his early jobs, and the leap to starting his own supermarket. So tune in to hear first hand from someone who has successfully built a business based on family values, hard work, and a passion for always putting the customer first. It's a special episode that not only celebrates our 50th podcast, but also the legacy he's created.
Widely known for his viral "parmi reviews" and being a contestant on the 2023 season of My Kitchen Rules alongside his mum Sonia, Marcus Costanzo sits down with JP to discuss all things food, content creation, and life philosophies.
Tyson's trading card designs have got him into some pretty cool situations, with his first graphic design gig for the LA Lakers at just 16 years old. Now, nearly 20 years later, Tyson has thousands of designs under his belt and has rubbed shoulders with some of the world's top athletes, from Stephen Curry to Floyd Mayweather.Join me as I sit down with Tyson to explore what sets his trading card designs apart and how they've gained global recognition - all while still being based in little old Adelaide.
Imagine the Olympics on drugs... Literally. This is what the Enhanced Games wants to bring to the world. All your favourite sports from the Olympics, but with the doping rules removed. The only twist? The competitors are required to tell the organisers what drugs they are taking for scientific research.
It sound pretty wild, but definitely exciting. I know I'll be tuning in - will you?
Paris spent $AUD15 billion hosting the 2024 Olympics, with $2.6 billion going just to clean the Seine River - which was still filthy.
What would you have spent the money on? Food and shelter for the homeless? Universal health care? Job creation? Do the pros outweigh the cons of the staggering cost of the Olympics?
Another week, another deep life discussion sparked by F1...
Max Verstappen copped a lot of backlash after staying up until 3am racing on his sim. What these critics seem to forget is that Max has 3 world championships under his belt and is still well ahead in the current F1 rankings. With all this success, surely he deserves to have a bit of time to himself without being criticised?
If the average person is allowed to have passions outside of work, why aren't people in the public eye? Is it right that we hold them to such an unattainable standard? All on this weeks' Jp's Ponderings Podcast.
While Formula 1 may seem like an individual sport, it's actually very much about teamwork. Last week in the Hungarian GP, McLaren's strategy had everyone, including the drivers, questioning their decisions. With the team pleading with Lando Norris to toe the team line and give Oscar Piastri his maiden win, Norris eventually fell into line with the team decision, albeit rather begrudgingly.
How often does this happen to you at work? Listen in to discover how these lessons from F1 can be applied across all areas of your work life.
A mate sent me some shocking footage of one of my stores - mouldy fruit and empty ends during one of our busiest trading periods. Being a Sunday and a regional store isn't an excuse and this isn't something that any of our customers should ever see in a Drakes store.
As frustrating as it is, it gave me an opportunity to address the issue so that the next time my mate goes into store, he can send me more positive footage. It really highlights how important it is to give honest feedback, and how it can make such a huge difference in business and life in general. It comes down to how you accept the feedback and respond to it.
In this episode of JP's Ponderings we'll talk about some methods to give honest feedback that's actually constructive, and dive into how the experience can improve my business.
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When I was a store manager, I would work 70 hour weeks.
Do I miss doing this? Not at all.
Do I think the kids of today should do them? NOT AT ALL.
I encourage my team to find their passions outside of work - work is meant to improve your life, not take it over. I DO believe, however, that the team coming through today miss out on a lot of opportunities for personal development because they simply don't get the time with their potential mentors. It's a struggle to balance this out. What do you think?
Amazon, Google and Meta are given free reign to exploit tax loopholes in Australia – saving themselves billions of dollars in the process, that us honest, hardworking Australian public are missing out on. You and I pay a minimum of 30 cents tax in the dollar – these guys AT MOST 4.8 cents in the dollar of their billion dollar revenues.
I’m with Punter Konrad - something needs to be done. Enjoy my latest podcast!
My stance on any form of abuse is clear - I will not tolerate my team copping verbal or physical abuse of any kind. It's been getting more and more prevalent, and it's gotta stop.Hear my thoughts on this weeks' Ponderings Podcast.
In today's episode of JP's Ponderings, JP chats with Konrad from Punters Politics, a popular social media voice on all things political. They dive into how mining companies dodge paying taxes and the shady tricks they use to get away with it. Konrad, with his big online following and knack for breaking down complex topics, explains the issues clearly, showing why these practices are harmful to everyone.
Earlier this month, the Fair Work Commission increased both the minimum and award wages by 3.75 per cent, taking effect from July 1. Businesses will have to absorb this increase - with less than a month to prepare - while continuing to battle rising costs in utilities, fuel, production costs and more in a tough economic environment. On the flip side, Australian Federal politicians were also awarded a 3.5% pay rise, with our Prime Minister Anthony Albanese set to take home an extra $20,542 a year.
The reality is that small businesses will need to pass these costs on, driving prices up - and the vicious cycle continues. Is it time to start looking at the cost of utilities instead of this band-aid solution?
As a parent and someone who works full time, I know how busy life can get. The last couple of weeks has seen me parent solo, and while it's made me so grateful for everything my wife does to keep our family life functional, it's also opened up my eyes to just how valuable it is to spend that little bit of extra time each day with my girls.Listen on to hear what I've learned about parenting these last couple of weeks!
#jpdrake #jpsponderings #podcast #parenting #time #value #qualitytime #kids
You may have seen my Customer Magic videos – short, funny clips of people “allegedly” shoplifting from my stores has been rather contentious. Why am I calling out people who are just trying to “feed their families”? Am I just trying to seek fame?
It’s a much bigger issue than you think. Tune into my latest Ponderings Podcast to hear how these videos started.
With nine and ten year-old daughters in my life, I am faced with the dilemma of whether I should allow my kids to join the world of social media. As someone with a somewhat substantial social media following, most people think I'd be all for it - but you'd be surprised what my stance is on it.
What do you think?
How do you keep people interested in your brand?
In the supermarket game, new product development, or NPD, is critical. Customers want to see new things and try new flavours when they come into our stores; sometimes, it’s as simple as seeing their name on a bottle of Coke. But as the Cost of Living crisis hits a crescendo, what will happen to those brands that are pulling back on NPD spend? I ponder over this in this weeks’ podcast.
Is the great hangover from the great pandemic of 2020 the loss of culture in the office? With 37% of Australians working from home regularly, how can a business build its culture over the digital screen? I ponder over this in this weeks' epsiode of Jp's Ponderings.
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I grew up with the Khoo's my Grandie use to live across the road from them when Mohan was a boy! such a lovely family ❤
a mate sent me the link to the YT video. I got 2/3 the way through and "ping" taken down for violating YTs standards ( that's a lie. they don't have any) that was about 2:30 pm 15/12/2021 WA. So that only added to the credibility of the message. well done Drake. p.s. maybe it was the heartfelt F bombs that upset YT? Anyway I shall post the link far and wide to inform others. 👍
oh yeah a deadly virus! only in China did we see videos of people dropping dead in the streets. they bumped up the death numbers of covid with the rule that if you die within 28 days of a positive pcr test no matter whether you died of cancer or a stabbing. it is a casedemic fraud.