#117 Peter Lowen: Here's what Kills Most Businesses

What does it actually take to build a successful business in regional Australia? In this episode, we sit down with Peter Lowen, CEO of Wheatbelt Business Network, to uncover the raw and often overlooked reality of entrepreneurship outside the city limits. From his early days walking 10km every morning at age 17 just to get to work, to navigating the "burn and churn" of corporate leadership, Peter’s journey is a masterclass in grit, dedication, and the power of local community. We dive deep into the systemic issues threatening our regions: the "hidden" housing crisis where teachers are forced to live in caravans, the paralysing impact of payroll tax on small businesses, and the terrifying question—what happens to our food supply if the trucks stop running? --------------------------------- Disclaimer: This video is created for educational and informational purposes only. The views and opinions expressed by the guest are entirely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the channel. We have no intention to disrespect, defame, or cause harm to any person, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. Our sole purpose is to share insights that may help the audience gain perspective and make informed decisions. National Child & Family Safety Leadership Summit 2026 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-child-family-safety-leadership-summit-2026-tickets-1964610685446?aff=oddtdtcreator National AI & Cybersecurity Leadership Summit 2026 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/national-ai-cybersecurity-leadership-summit-2026-tickets-1976332502717?aff=oddtdtcreator Pre-COP31 Leaders' Summit 2026: Climate, Energy & Security https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pre-cop31-leaders-summit-2026-climate-energy-security-tickets-1981514248458?aff=oddtdtcreator To know more, Follow Dev Singh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dev_singh_aus/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dev.singh.official Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dev-singh-aus-976923183/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DevSinghAus Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0VTaolqK4PAL1t1rLUoHnE Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dev-singh/id1812396601 Tap the Link. If you like what Dev is wearing, book an appointment with yourself. https://lnkd.in/gAY743-C #leadership #entrepreneurship #smallbusiness #australia #podcast #regionalgrowth #housingcrisis #networking 🔍 Related Keywords Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Wheatbelt, Regional Australia, Business Growth, Dedication, Housing Crisis, Supply Chain, Advocacy, Networking.