Weekly Cameron and the team from Automotive Talent interview leaders from the automotive industry, gaining insights, their stories, and talking all things automotive related.
AI Is a People Project, Not a Plug-In | Jeremy Nowling, Michael Clarke & John Clavadetscher
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🎤 Guests:
Jeremy Nowling
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Michael Clarke
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John Clavadetscher
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7 Oct 2026
Automotive is the Best Game in Town! | SCOTT MAYNARD
What do a mechanic, auto electrician, salesman and Managing Director have in common? Scott Maynard!
From swinging spanners in Tasmania to leading Polestar Australia and New Zealand, Scott’s career has taken a few turns — and he wouldn’t have it any other way.
In this chat with Cameron Cresswell, Scott shares why he still reckons automotive is the best game in town, what keeps the industry interesting, and why being willing to change direction might be one of the best career moves you can make.
Oh, and there’s a Ferrari confession in there too. 🏎️
🎙️ Watch the full conversation with Scott Maynard on the Automotive Talent Show.
#Automotive #AutomotiveIndustry #AutomotiveCareers #Polestar #AutomotiveTalent
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👥 Host:
Cameron Cresswell
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🎤 Guest:
Scott Maynard
linkedin.com/in/scott-maynard-02424827 (http://linkedin.com/in/scott-maynard-02424827)
linkedin.com/company/polestarcars/ (http://linkedin.com/company/polestarcars/)
00:28 Introduction to Scott and His Impact
00:28 Looking Ahead: Future Collaborations and Reflections
00:28 Introduction and Background of Scott Maynard
00:28 Introduction to the Guest's Journey
01:08 Transitioning to Polestar and the EV Revolution
04:24 Career Journey in the Automotive Industry
06:36 Understanding the Automotive Landscape
09:09 The Evolution of Polestar in Australia
11:31 The Shift Towards Electric Vehicles
14:10 Mainstream Acceptance of EVs
16:37 The Future of Automotive and Customer Expectations
20:18 The Evolving Relationship with Electric Vehicles
22:23 From Mechanic to Executive: A Journey Through the Industry
24:42 Future Trends in the Automotive Industry
28:11 The Role of Data in Modern Vehicles
30:33 Personal Reflections and Future Aspirations
30:58 Introduction to Scott and His Impact
31:16 Looking Ahead: Future Collaborations and Reflections
30 Sept 2026
"The Opportunities Come If You Do Well At What You're Doing Today" | Vaughan Blackman
Sometimes the best career advice isn't about chasing the next opportunity—it's about making the most of the one you're already in.
Vaughan Blackman explains why the biggest opportunities in his career came from doing the job in front of him exceptionally well. From Australia to leading automotive businesses in the UK, he reflects on the importance of consistency, earning trust, developing great people, embracing change, and letting your work speak for itself rather than constantly looking for what's next.
More than an interview, this feels like two old friends catching up on careers, leadership, and how the automotive industry has evolved over the years. It's an honest conversation filled with practical lessons for anyone looking to build a career, lead people well, and recognise that the next opportunity often comes from excelling in the present one.🎧 Listen on SPOTIFY/APPLE/AMAZON/IHEART/DEEZER:
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👥 Host:
Cameron Cresswell
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🎤 Guest:
Vaughan Blackman
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linkedin.com/company/lsh-auto-uk-limited/ (http://linkedin.com/company/lsh-auto-uk-limited/)
00:28 Introduction to Vaughan Blackman's Journey
01:14 The Vaughan Blackman Journey Begins
02:52 From Music to Marine Sales
05:56 Transitioning to Automotive Sales
09:10 Lessons from the Automotive Industry
10:57 Navigating Change in the Automotive Landscape
16:45 Understanding the Agency Model
17:56 Navigating Language Nuances in Automotive Conversations
17:56 Adapting to Business Operations in Melbourne
19:14 Scaling Leadership Across Multiple Locations
22:13 The Complexity of Agency Models in Dealerships
22:13 Understanding Income Streams in Dealership Operations
22:47 People and Process: The Core of Dealership Success
23:50 Comparing UK and Australian Automotive Markets
24:58 Insights into the UK Automotive Market Dynamics
27:01 Transaction Speeds: UK vs. Australia vs. US
29:07 The Rise of Chinese Automotive Brands
31:06 Electric Vehicles: Shaping the Future of the Market
36:28 The Evolving Electric Vehicle Market
37:01 Pursuing Education While Managing a Career
39:01 The Value of Legal Knowledge in Business
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