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EPISODE · Jun 21, 2026 · 18 MIN

Why small businesses struggle with growth, productivity and engagement

from Business Essentials · host SoundCartel

When it comes to innovation and productivity, the challenge for the Australian government remains the inability to turn good ideas into long-term economic growth. In this episode, Kate Whitehead, MD of strategic grants and government funding advisory, Avant Group, explains what the proposed changes to the R&D Tax Incentive could mean for SMEs, innovation investment and Australia’s broader productivity problem. Then, leadership expert Kylie Paatsch explains why so many engagement strategies fail to deliver real performance. Her argument? The problem isn’t engagement; it’s lack of connection between leaders and teams. If you’re considering launching a podcast to grow your authority and client base, reach out to our team to learn how we can support you. Business Essentials is produced by soundcartel.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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