Developmental: property & the mind
23 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -Joe Abboud is a big thinker with big ambitions to live a contented life. Day to day, his passion is property investment and solving the often complex problems that come with making change. But he’s fired by a larger quest to encourage, inspire and learn. In this series, Joe connects with a range of people and personalities from all over, pondering everything from politics to policy, leadership to life.
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Data Centres have only reached the tip of the iceberg in terms of what’s to come
November 16, 2021 02:14 - 24 minutes - 28.7 MBTune in to learn more about this critical infrastructure, why secure data storage and access is so important and what we can expect to see from this buzzing industry in the not-so-distant future. If you know someone who would be a great guest on our show or have a question you’d like Joe to explore in these discussions, please let us know at .
The concept of the missing middle
September 08, 2021 00:30 - 39 minutes - 45.9 MBChris Johnson was amongst the first few guests to appear on Developmental: property & the mind, back in 2019. At the time he was CEO of Urban Taskforce and after holding that title for 8 consecutive years, Chris has since moved into an active retirement where he balances private consulting with his flair for writing about all things urban planning. In this episode, the pair sit down to talk about Chris’s latest book, “Mid-rise urban living” which in part, raises the essential and ultimately o...
The critical role of immigration and its impact on people, property and economic recovery
July 16, 2021 02:17 - 32 minutes - 38.2 MBThe Australian Government’s approach to immigration policy is everchanging, and COVID-19 has presented an additional wave of challenges that continue to impact Australians, the people who want to live and work here and the economy. Our next guest, Anne O’Donoghue, Director and Principal Lawyer at Immigration Solutions Lawyers, is widely recognised for her specialist skills of advising and guiding people – including students, skilled migrants, families and medical patients – through complex, l...
The critical role of immigration and its impact on people, property and economic recovery
July 16, 2021 02:16The Australian Government’s approach to immigration policy is everchanging, and COVID-19 has presented an additional wave of challenges that continue to impact Australians, the people who want to live and work here and the economy. Our next guest, Anne O’Donoghue, Director and Principal Lawyer at Immigration Solutions Lawyers, is widely recognised for her specialist skills of advising and guiding people – including students, skilled migrants, families and medical patients – through complex, l...
Changing our approach to planning; less red tape, greater flexibility and a greater focus of housing supply
June 18, 2021 02:32 - 49 minutes - 56.9 MBHow can we support sustainable urban growth in NSW? Tom Forrest shares his suggestions on this episode of Developmental: property & the mind. As a patron of positive urban development, Tom Forrest, Chief Executive Officer of Urban Taskforce Australia, brings to this in-depth discussion his wealth of experience in public and private sector planning and policymaking. Joe and Tom discuss the limitations of the current NSW planning act and the domino effects this will have on our future generatio...
Success: striking the work/life balance
May 25, 2021 00:13 - 40 minutes - 47.1 MBHear from one of Sydney’s leading commercial property dealmakers on Developmental: property & the mind. Jeff Moxham, Principal at Ray White Commercial Metropolitan Sydney, is responsible for masterminding the strategies behind some of Sydney’s biggest commercial property deals. With a family heritage rich in real estate, he’s already 23 years into his own career and shows no signs of slowing down. Listen to S2, E3 now as Jeff shares his five tips for living successfully and striking the perfe...
Advocating for a liveable future
April 28, 2021 03:33 - 44 minutes - 51.3 MBIf you work in property and development in NSW, this is a ‘must listen’ episode! Steven Mann, CEO of leading property industry body - the Urban Development Institute of Australia (NSW) - joins us on Developmental for a deep exploration into what it takes to navigate the process of urban development. Tune in now as Steven and Joe chat about the complex role this key advocacy group for change plays in helping the property industry underpin our return to economic and social prosperity.
It begins with a vision
March 16, 2021 23:22 - 41 minutes - 48.8 MBTo kick off Season 2, it's an honour to be joined by Iwan Sunito – Founder, Chairman and Group CEO of Crown Group, one of Australia’s biggest game-changers in the property space. Starting off as a young architecture student while making ends meet working as a kitchen hand, Iwan Sunito had a dream – a dream to give back and do good. "If I can sum up the journey of Crown Group in the last 24 years… I think what really drove it, in the beginning, was thinking big and starting small,” says Iwan S...
Building a legacy
February 01, 2021 23:30 - 27 minutes - 62.9 MBHow many leaders think about their legacy – what they leave behind for the organisation and the people they lead? In Episode 13 of Developmental, Joe reconnects with a previous guest, Rev Keith Garner AM, departing Chief Executive Officer of Wesley Mission in Sydney, Australia. As Superintendent and CEO, Keith led both the community services and congregations of Wesley Mission, serving in this diverse role for the last 15 years. In this episode, Keith talks about what it means to leave a lega...
Planning for Australia’s future
September 04, 2020 16:00 - 49 minutes - 115 MBWhat is it that separates the good from the great when it comes to property development? Special guest Adam Byrnes, Director of Think Planners shares his thoughts on the complexities of planning and what it takes to create and sustain a sense of community and liveability. After 25 years working in both the private and public sector in planning and development, Adam discusses why important mutual respect and good communication is imperative to create a great outcome.
Recap: Our first 10 episodes
July 06, 2020 04:20 - 31 minutes - 73.2 MBIf you’ve never listened to our monthly podcast that ponders all things property, politics, policy, leadership and life… start here with episode 11! From how it began to where we are now, Developmental: property & the mind has remained a place that connects people and personalities – and opens up (sometimes deeper than expected) discussions outside your typical property report. Nine people, 11 episodes and countless downloads later, Joe Abboud reconnects with his first guest Holly Reynolds,...
Think Fast, Act Faster
June 12, 2020 03:14 - 34 minutes - 79 MBHave you ever wanted an insight into one of Australia’s most experienced minds in the property game? From understanding the fluctuating trends to identifying opportunity (or lack of) to finding ways to ensure ‘best bang for buck’, we all seek, at some point, insider knowledge into the fine art of smart property investing. As one of the most skilled, and trusted, property agents in the game, Peter Chittenden, Managing Director of Residential at Colliers International, has helped many of Austra...
When your world is spinning out of control
April 30, 2020 02:46 - 40 minutes - 92.6 MBThere's little in life that feels more challenging than living with a sense that things are spinning out of control. Our world is changing – almost on an hourly basis right now. COVID-19 has turned the world on its head… and we’re all trying to seek some certainty when the reality is most parts of life – whether it’s work, family, friends, finances, or travel – are becoming increasingly unpredictable. So, how do you take back control? In Episode 9 of Developmental, Joe Abboud is joined by Pri...
What does it take to make real change?
March 13, 2020 00:30 - 31 minutes - 74 MBWhen faced with a challenge, how do you show up? Whether personal or professional, navigating opportunities and next steps can be tough – especially if you're stuck at a crossroads. Craig Morris, a trusted friend, and mentor to Joe Abboud has built his career on helping people and businesses learn the skills to transform. In this Episode of Developmental, we hear from an expert who has coached some of Australia’s most prominent business leaders through career-defining decisions. Over 30 years...
Every life matters
February 07, 2020 03:08 - 31 minutes - 72.2 MBProperty markets around the globe are struggling with affordability issues. In Sydney, Australia, the crisis continues and one of the human costs is homelessness. Is a solution as simple as increasing housing supply by simplifying the path of development, or are much bigger problems at play? In this Episode of Developmental, Joe speaks with the Rev Keith Garner from Wesley Mission, traversing the tough terrain of homelessness, mental health, substance abuse and domestic violence. And the crit...
What’s your game plan?
December 17, 2019 23:34 - 39 minutes - 92.1 MBFrom his early years as an all-star athlete, to serving in The White House, to leading the rebuild of hurricane-wreaked New Orleans, to Sydney Australia and everywhere in between, Professor Ed Blakely has travelled a life path that’s seen him become a true global influencer in urban planning. In this Episode of Developmental, Joe delves into Professor Ed Blakely’s story to understand the impact of life lessons from his 107-year-old great grandfather, how sport and excelling became his bedrock...
The lifesaving magic of good public speaking
November 11, 2019 05:19 - 24 minutes - 56.9 MBWhat does public speaking have in common with the world of property? Everything. In this episode of Developmental, Joe takes a deep dive with Shane Geha, head of EG Property Advisory in a discussion that swings from a lifechanging childhood experience to excelling in the dog-eat-dog world of debating to teaching in some of the world’s top universities to high-stakes deal-making in boardrooms around the world. Hear about how finding the confidence to back yourself and present your message clea...
Dare to Dream
September 12, 2019 22:54 - 26 minutes - 62.2 MBIs all change bad? In this episode of Developmental, Joe sits down with Chris Johnson, former State Government architect, OAM and outgoing CEO of the Urban Taskforce, to ponder the role of the developer, the future of Sydney and community resistance to change. ‘What if we took a more human approach?’.
But is that really possible?
August 21, 2019 03:27 - 25 minutes - 58.4 MBDo you have what it takes to be successful? Do you know the secret to a happy life? How does this relate to the property industry? And who is Joe Abboud? Business is complex. Life even more so. Unravel some of life’s possibilities with a wander inside the mind of straight talking, yet deeply spiritual Sydney businessman Joe Abboud as he talks to colleague and communications specialist Holly Reynolds.
The contented life
August 19, 2019 03:21 - 29 minutes - 67.1 MBMuch is said about the pursuit of happiness but is being happy really the holy grail we think it is? Perhaps we should focus more on being ok with not being ok. Not following the norm. Not accepting all the ‘rules’ society says you should accept and simply letting life happen to you. What can happen when you turn all that on its head? Joe Abboud explores these concepts with communications specialist, Holly Reynolds.
The contented life
August 19, 2019 03:21 - 29 minutes - 67.1 MBMuch is said about the pursuit of happiness but is being happy really the holy grail we think it is? Perhaps we should focus more on being ok with not being ok. Not following the norm. Not accepting all the ‘rules’ society says you should accept and simply letting life happen to you. What can happen when you turn all that on its head? Joe Abboud explores these concepts with communications specialist, Holly Reynolds.
Trusted advice: Business and balance with Ian
August 05, 2019 16:00 - 38 minutes - 88.2 MBWhat happens when a long term corporate advisor for some of the world’s largest brands takes a break and starts out on his own? Joe Abboud talks with Ian about the questions business owners need to ask to keep learning and growing, and how his own experience of working for himself has shaped how he approaches his latest role heading up a global engineering firm.
Trusted advice: Business and balance with Ian
August 05, 2019 16:00 - 38 minutes - 88.1 MBWhat happens when a long term corporate advisor for some of the world’s largest brands takes a break and starts out on his own? Joe Abboud talks with Ian about the questions business owners need to ask to keep learning and growing, and how his own experience of working for himself has shaped how he approaches his latest role heading up a global engineering firm.