The Business of Leadership with Brent Szalay & Josh Vanderloo

In this episode of Q&A with S&A, Andrea sits down with Brent Szalay and Josh Vanderloo from Leaders In Business, to unpack the evolving world of business advisory, leadership and what accountants can learn from elite sport.

From a chance friendship formed through their kids’ sporting teams to building a fast-growing advisory platform together, Brent and Josh share how their backgrounds in accounting, AFL strategy and leadership helped shape a completely different approach to supporting business owners.

The conversation dives deep into the parallels between sport and business, the importance of accountability and human connection, and why so many business owners are craving more than just tax and compliance support from their accountants.

They also explore the growing need for strategic advisory in small businesses, how trust and community drive better outcomes, and why the future of accounting is about asking better questions, not just crunching numbers.

Whether you’re a business owner, advisor or someone trying to build a stronger team and clearer vision, this episode is packed with practical insights around leadership, strategy and creating meaningful impact through business.

Find out more about Leaders in Business:

Website: https://leadersinbusiness.com.au/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leaders-in-business/

Connect with Brent: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentszalay

Connect with Josh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-vanderloo-83550542

The Little Things That Make a Big Difference with Jane Stewart

In this episode of Q&A with S&A, Shane and Andrea sit down with Jane Stewart, co-founder of It’s the Little Things Community, a Melbourne-based organisation dedicated to providing home-style meals and acts of kindness to vulnerable people across the community.

Jane shares the inspiration behind starting the organisation, the power of community connection, and how simple acts of kindness can have a life-changing impact on people experiencing hardship.

From supporting women and children escaping domestic violence to helping families with seriously ill children and those experiencing homelessness, Jane opens up about the mission driving It’s the Little Things Community and the incredible network of volunteers, schools and businesses helping make it all possible.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that meaningful change doesn’t always come from grand gestures; sometimes it starts with the little things.

Find out more about Jane, and It’s the Little Things Community:

Connect with Jane: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-stewart-1467bb9a/

More from It’s the Little Things Community: It’s the Little Things Community

Website: https://www.itsthelittlethingscommunity.org/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itltcommunity/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/it-s-the-little-things-community/

Choosing Peace While Building a Busy Life with Alex Baldock

Pilates and yoga instructor, business owner, client manager and all-round time-management extraordinaire Alex Baldock joins S&A for a conversation about building a busy life that still prioritises peace.

Alex shares her journey from Adelaide to Milan, to the UK, and eventually to Melbourne, reflecting on how travel and expat life shaped her future. She shares how she found the love of her life overseas, forged a new career path during the pandemic, and the experiences that changed the way she approaches work and wellbeing.

Co-founder of her studio Club Bend, Alex talks about balancing multiple roles while still remembering to make space for herself. She also discusses why the world of Pilates and wellness doesn’t always need to be as intimidating, curated or serious as it can sometimes appear online.

Alex also shares a simple affirmation that helps bring her back to calm in the middle of a busy life.

Find out more about Alex and Club Bend:

Connect with Alex: https://www.instagram.com/alexbaldock/

More from Club Bend: https://www.instagram.com/clubbend/https://www.club-bend.com/