- 19
- Episodes
- Daily
- Cadence
- 2026
- First episode
About Pints, Pies & Profits
Running a business is one of the loneliest jobs in the world. Everyone thinks you've got it figured out. Most days, it feels like you're not so sure. Pints, Pies & Profits is the weekly business podcast for founders and owners who want straight answers, not more noise. Every episode, Mike and Scott crack open a craft beer, cut into a pie, and dig into the real stuff, cash flow, team drama, strategy, growth, the decisions that keep you up at night. No jargon. No lectures. No pretending it's easy. Just honest conversations that leave you thinking more clearly about Monday morning. Because business shouldn't feel like something that's happening to you. It should feel like something you're building. New episodes every Thursday.
- Publisher
- iHeartRadio NZ
- Category
- business
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 4 Aug 2026
- Latest episode
- 14 Oct 2026
Latest episodes
19 episodes in the feed.
14 Oct 2026
The importance of a Strategic foundation for your business
Mike and Scott unpack the strategic foundations most businesses skip - purpose, vision, values, CVP and goals - and why skipping them means growing by accident instead of on purpose. They trace real examples from Lion Brewery's purpose statement to Point16's own vision, plus a listener Q&A on when to bring in a consultant. Drinking beer from: Canyon Brewery - Monsoon Hoon Bright IPA (6%) Eating a pie from: One Tree Bakery - Thai Chilli Beef You'll learn: -The difference between purpose (your internal why), vision (how you want to be described in future) and values (how you deliver on both), tied together through Simon Sinek's Golden Circle; -Why an unwritten goal lives in one person's head and keeps shifting, while a written one becomes something a team can actually serve; -How to build a Customer Value Proposition around who your customer is, what problem you solve, and what value they'd place on that; -Why giving a consultant your own purpose, vision and goals up front gets better advice than asking them "what do you think I should do"; -and why judgment, not speed or output, is the thing a human advisor gives you that AI still can't. Liked this one and want to uncomplicate your business growth and get better content? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: https://linktr.ee/pintspiesandprofits (https://linktr.ee/pintspiesandprofits) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
7 Oct 2026
How to go about investment
Diving deeper on one of episode 8's topic. Mike and Scott dig into the real mechanics of funding a business - when you actually need outside money, and what trading time, margin or control really means. They map out loans, VC and everything in between. Drinking beer from: Garage Project - Mon P'tit Chou French Farmhouse Ale (5.0%) Eating a pie from: Gladstone Butchery - Steak and Mushroom You'll learn: -The three ways to fund growth - revenue, borrowing, or equity - and what you trade away with each; -Why hitting a growth cliff is usually a sign your supply or delivery is the real constraint, not a lack of demand; -How loan terms actually work - term, security and interest rate - and why a mortgage and a payday loan sit at opposite ends of the same spectrum; -What VCs actually want to know before they write a cheque, and why your due diligence on them matters just as much as theirs on you; -and why showing what you've already built with $5K-$50K of your own money is often more persuasive than a perfect pitch deck. Liked this one and want to uncomplicate your business growth and get better content? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: https://linktr.ee/pintspiesandprofits (https://linktr.ee/pintspiesandprofits) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
30 Sept 2026
How to take your business to fruition
A deeper, more tactical return to Episode 8's big question, with real dollar figures attached. Mike and Scott walk through exactly how to validate an idea at $0, $500 and $5,000 budget levels — and how to land your very first customer. You'll learn: -Why an idea alone has almost no market value in the age of AI; -How to validate for free (talk to 1–100 potential customers) before spending a cent; how to test with $100–$500 using landing pages and boosted social ads; -When a $2,000–$10,000 prototype is worth building; -The PCF framework applied step-by-step to a new idea; -and why "growth cliff #1" is simply getting your first customer, not building scalable systems. Beer: Canyon Brewery The Front Pilsner (4.9%) Pie: Roti Bros — Butter Chicken Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
23 Sept 2026
What sort of business owner are you
A fun, self-reflective one. Scott and Mike break down the three archetypes of business owner — Visionary, Craftsman and Hustler — and how understanding your own type changes who you should hire and how you should lead. You'll learn: -The three main owner types and their classic strengths/weaknesses -A simple test to identify your own type -Why you should hire for the tasks you don't enjoy, not just your weaknesses on paper; -The Platinum Rule — treat people how they want to be treated, not how you do; -and why calling your team "family" is a bigger promise than most leaders realise. Beer: Punk Heads Hammer Head West Coast Pilsner (6%) & Richard Cranium Hazy IPA (6.4%) Pie: Gold Crust Pies — Pepper Steak with Mushroom Sauce Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
16 Sept 2026
Leadership - The importance of good staff
Built around a Richard Branson quote — employees first, customers second — this episode is a deep dive into how to identify, keep, and lead A-grade talent, even in a tight labour market. You'll learn: -What actually defines an "A-grader" (and why they'll leave a B-grade environment no matter the market); -The annual "Keep Test" — would you fight to keep this person, or feel relief if they left?; -The Goal-Role-Remind leadership framework for keeping any team aligned and engaged; -What motivates people beyond pay (autonomy, acknowledgement, purpose); and why "catch it quick, catch it small" applies just as much to praise as to problems. Beer: Behemoth Hophemoth Triple Hazy IPA (10%) & Urbanaught Altamira Bright Double IPA (8%) Pie: Hangi pies from Blue Rose Café, Sandringham (pork belly, pumpkin/kūmara & more) Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
9 Sept 2026
Learning to be a better business operator
A practical, framework-heavy episode on how owners actually get better at running their business — and how to know what kind of help you need next. -You'll learn: the 70-20-10 rule for learning (on-the-job, coached, and formal/theory); -How to spot your business's natural bias across Product, Customer and Finance; -The real difference between a mentor and a coach; -Why looking outside your own industry for advice often pays off more; -and why "strong opinions, loosely held" beats either stubbornness or indecision. Beer: Brew Moon The Wolf APA (5.8%) & Garage Project Party and Bullshit Hazy IPA (6.2%) Pie: Kel's Bakery, Amberley — Pork, Apple Sauce & Cheese Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
2 Sept 2026
Having family involved in Business, and handing it down
Prompted by a brewery's 30th anniversary as a family operation, this episode tackles one of the trickiest topics in business: handing it down. Mike and Scott get honest about ego, entitlement, and what actually needs to be true for a succession plan to work. You'll learn: -The real first question to ask before bringing family into the business — whose ego is this really for?; -Why "gift it for free" and "sell it at a painful premium" both tend to backfire; -A fairer structure using open-market valuation plus negotiated terms; -The difference between a business's DNA (non-negotiable) and its culture (adaptable); -and why the "first generation builds, second grows, third kills" rule has exceptions worth studying. Beer: Mount Brewery Waimea Foggy IPA (6.5%) & Mermaid Mirth APA (6%) Pie: Patrick's Pies — Duck, Mushroom & Cheese Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
2 Sept 2026
When tough times come that threaten the economy - what should we be doing and looking out for?
With global uncertainty rattling supply chains and confidence, Mike and Scott lay out a four-question framework for owners to stress-test their business against a wobbling economy — grounded in real examples from their own portfolio. You'll learn: -How to separate a "blip" from a genuine "trend" in your numbers; -Which lead indicators actually matter for import/export businesses -Why annual pricing reviews are too slow for this environment; -How to front-foot hard conversations with customers before you have the full solution; -and why waiting for perfect information is itself a risk. Beer: Black Sands Head Above Water Hazy Double IPA (7.3%) Pie: Dairy Flat Bakery — Burger Pie Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
2 Sept 2026
Small changes in business that make the most difference
Named for the "butterfly effect" theme of the beer on the table, this episode is all about compounding - in your finances, your habits, and your leadership. Scott shares a personal four-week transformation, and the pair unpack why "catch it quick, catch it small" is the leadership mantra worth stealing. You'll learn: -How compounding interest works for you (savings) and against you (debt); -A simple morning/evening routine that improved sleep and focus within weeks; -Why addressing behaviour — good or bad — in the moment beats delayed, formal feedback; -How "tech debt" and "operational debt" build up when businesses skip small evolutions; -and a single standing question to add to your monthly meetings to catch change early. Beer: b.effect Social Experiment West Coast IPA 6%, Ridgeline Hazy IPA 6% & Sticky Forest Hemp IPA 5.5% Pie: Bakerij (Village Bakery Picton) — Sweet Chilli Chicken & Cream Cheese Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
2 Sept 2026
The most important people/ organisations to partner with as a SME
Mike (openly admitting his bias as a business coach) and Scott rank the outside relationships that move the needle most for small business owners — starting with the one nobody argues against… You'll learn: -Why a business coach or mentor is consistently rated the #1 lever by leaders from Eric Schmidt to elite athletes; -What to actually look for in a coach (complementary skills, trust, "serve the business, not the person"); -Why brand is an underused commercial lever (the difference between $10 and $12 pricing is your margin); -The emerging concept of AEO — Answer Engine Optimisation for AI search; -and when a lawyer or HR contractor is worth the spend. Beer: Garage Project Friendly (3.8%) & Sawmill Beach Day Bright IPA (5.5%) Pie: Mairangi Bakery Pie 2 Go — Beef Brisket Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
2 Sept 2026
How to take your business idea to fruition and what to do when you want investment
The episode where the podcast officially gets its name. Fresh off travels through South Korea and Japan, Scott and Mike map out the real path from idea to first customer — and the four ways to fund it, ranked from best to last resort. You'll learn: -How to validate an idea with a Value Proposition Canvas before building anything; -Why "your idea has no value until it's created value"; -The four funding paths in order of preference — pre-sales, bootstrapping, non-dilutive capital, then equity; -What VCs actually look for (upside and downside mitigation); -and why no pitch deck survives contact with real customers. For a deeper dive into these topics check out episodes: 17 (How to take your business to fruition) 18 (What to do when you’re looking for investment) Beer: Sprig and Fern Hop Flake Hazy (5.8%) & Neon Noir Japanese Black Lager (4.8%) | Pie: Mairangi Bakery Pie 2 Go — Beef Rendang & Cheese Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
2 Sept 2026
Quick Fire Questions at Mike
A lighter, rapid-fire format. Scott puts Mike on the spot over Panhead XPA and a Pioneer Pies steak & blue vein, covering the sketchiest deal that ever paid off, the most nerve-wracking moment of his career, and what he actually wants his kids to learn about business. You'll learn: -How a 4.5x-multiple, 48-hour-decision ramp-manufacturing deal became "an absolute rocket ship"; -How six companies navigated COVID and the emotional toll that followed; -The origin story of the NZ Beer Festival (and a $100K lesson in de-risking); -Core negotiation principles — know your non-negotiables, negotiate in packages, not line by line; - and what actually drives deals: not alcohol, but genuine conversation. Beer: Panhead Quickchange XPA (4.6%) Pie: Pioneer Pies — Steak & Blue Vein Cheese Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
2 Sept 2026
Knowing when to pivot - if things don't look good
Prompted by the closure of a well-loved Wellington brewpub, this episode is a masterclass in reading the warning signs early. Mike and Scott break down lead vs. lag indicators, the three essential financial statements every owner should actually understand, and why the best time to pivot is three months before you think you need to. You'll learn: -How to track lead measures (things you control) vs. lag measures (outcomes); -The balance sheet, P&L and cash flow explained in plain English; -Four common types of pivot (product, customer, pricing, cost base); -How to turn assumptions into cheap experiments before committing real money; -and why "get the umbrella when it's sunny" keeps coming up for a reason. Beer: Fortune Favours The Mystic Hazy IPA (5.8%) Pie: Pie Rolla's — Steak, Stout & Cheese Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
2 Sept 2026
Growth through gratitude and reflection
Inspired by a walk near Queenstown, this episode slows things down. Over Altitude Brewing's Hazy IPA and (arguably) the best pie of the series so far, Mike and Scott talk about why a goal needs "soul," why regular reflection beats sporadic hustle, and why celebrating wins is a growth multiplier, not a distraction. You'll learn: The three pillars of sustainable growth: 1) goal with soul, 2) review & reflection, 3) and gratitude; - Stephen Covey's urgent/important matrix applied to business owners; - The WRAP (Weekly Review Action Plan) habit; - Why writing goals down (and sharing them) makes them stick; - and why ringing a literal bell for milestones matters more than you'd think. Beer: Altitude Brewing Hazy IPA (6.5%) Pie: Bacon Brew, Ōrewa — Chicken, Cranberry & Cheese (9.7/10) Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
2 Sept 2026
Breaking the rules in Business/ Faking it till you make it
Scott breaks his own "NZ craft only" rule with an Indonesian beer and a nostalgic servo-style pie, the hosts turn the mic on imposter syndrome, when confidence-faking helps vs. hurts, and why the best operators know exactly which rules to break. You'll learn: - The "30% uncomfortable" rule for sustainable growth; - When to project confidence vs. when to put your hand up and ask for help; - Why "create process, don't just follow it" beats dogmatic frameworks; - The hiring "chemistry test" used for senior roles; - and why knowing what you want (and how to ask for it) eliminates 80% of decision fatigue. Beer: Kura Kura Session Hazy IPA & Fruited Sour (Bali import) Pie: Big Ben (the old skool staple!) — Mince & Double Cheese Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
2 Sept 2026
What happens when business starts turning to sh#t
A sobering, practical one. Using the collapse and rescue of Epic Beer as a case study, Mike and Scott talk about the real signs a business is in trouble, when to pull the pin, and why over-leverage — not bad ideas — kills most companies. You'll learn: - The difference between voluntary and involuntary liquidation; - Why "get the umbrella when it's sunny" beats scrambling for capital in a crisis; - The danger of personal guarantees; - How Mike navigated 16 weeks of zero revenue during COVID across the portfolio; And why testing a $1,000 hypothesis beats betting $1M on an assumption. Beer: Epic Hop Zombie Double IPA (8.5%) & Epic Rush NZ IPA (7.2%) Pie: Rolla's Pies — Steak, Bacon Jam & Cheese Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
2 Sept 2026
What is business really?
The hosts unpack why passion is one of the worst reasons to start a business — and what to chase instead. Over 8Wired IPAs and a Red Beach Bakehouse sweet plum & lamb pie, they trace the line from mastery to passion, and confront the uncomfortable question: are you the bottleneck in your own company? You'll learn: The PCF (Product-Customer-Finance) framework for diagnosing a stalling business; Why "get good, then get passionate" beats "follow your passion"; the difference between helpful and harmful ego; -Why growth cliffs force you to change how you operate; and the classic negotiation question — would you rather own 100% of $100K or 10% of $10M? Beer: 8 Wired Hopwired NZ IPA (7.3%) & Hazewired Hazy IPA (7%) | Pie: Red Beach Bakehouse — Sweet Plum & Lamb Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
2 Sept 2026
First Ep
Mike and Scott kick things off with the big question every founder eventually asks: what actually is a business? Over Lakeman West Coast IPAs and a Dad's Pies Angus Steak & Jalapeño, they dig into growth cliffs, the "roller coaster vs. merry-go-round" mindset, and why naivety might be an entrepreneur's biggest superpower. You'll learn: -What makes a beer "craft" vs. commercial; -The Product-Customer-Finance formula for any business; -Why growth cliffs appear around $1M, $8M and $20M in revenue; -The difference between working on vs. in your business; -and why reinvesting profit (not raiding it) is what separates hobbyists from operators. Beer: Lakeman Copycat West Coast IPA (6.7%) & Jocks & Socks Hazy IPA (6.5%) Pie: Dad's Pies - Angus Steak & Jalapeño (Hauraki collab) Liked this one? Make sure you catch the next episode - hit subscribe and check us out here: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out:Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) & Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
4 Aug 2026
Pints, Pies & Profits - coming soon!
Running a business is one of the loneliest jobs in the world. Everyone thinks you've got it figured out. Most days, it feels like you're not so sure. Pints, Pies & Profits is the weekly business podcast for founders and owners who want straight answers, not more noise. Every episode, Mike and Scott crack open a craft beer, cut into a pie, and dig into the real stuff, cash flow, team drama, strategy, growth, the decisions that keep you up at night. No jargon. No lectures. No pretending it's easy. Just honest conversations that leave you thinking more clearly about Monday morning. Because business shouldn't feel like something that's happening to you. It should feel like something you're building. YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@pintspiesandprofits) (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/pintspiesandprofits/) (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pintspiesandprofits/) Want an in-person 6 day business program that gives you a tried and tested playbook to grow? Check out: Business Growth School (https://www.point16.co.nz/business-growth-school) Want better content? Check out: Blacklime (https://blacklime.co.nz/) The company that uncomplicates business growth. Check out: Point 16 (https://www.point16.co.nz/) Get to know us! Mike Burke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/achievemoreeasily/) Scott Douglas (https://www.instagram.com/scottisliving/) See omnystudio.com/listener (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information.
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