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Lessons from a former world-class golfer on real estate strategy

Former golfer Matt Carver shares insights on strategy and resilience in real estate after overcoming personal challenges

Published

3 months ago

August 18, 2025

Nathan Langridge

Former golfer Matt Carver shares insights on strategy and resilience in real estate after overcoming personal challenges.

In Short:
– Tim Graham hosts The Property Playbook with Matt Carver, a notable figure in Melbourne’s luxury property market.
– They discuss the impact of sports on business strategies and market trends in Melbourne for 2025.

Hotspotting’s Tim Graham is joined by special guest Matt Carver, founder of Carver Real Estate on this episode of The Property Playbook.

Carver, once ranked the world’s #4 amateur golfer, has successfully navigated a career transition after a significant accident to become a prominent figure in Melbourne’s luxury property sector.

Graham discusses various topics with Carver, including the impact of elite sports on business strategy, the importance of cultural awareness with diverse clients, and distinguishing high-end developments from standard builds. They delve into changes in Melbourne’s property market over the last five years and the mindset from sports that contributes to success in real estate.

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Executives shape cybersecurity culture through visible leadership

Executives must lead by example to foster a culture of cybersecurity responsibility across their organisations

Published

2 days ago

November 14, 2025

Nathan Langridge

Executives must lead by example to foster a culture of cybersecurity responsibility across their organisations

In Short:
– Leadership directly affects security culture, trust, and resilience within organisations.
– Active management participation and transparency enhance employee cybersecurity behaviours and awareness.

Security responsibility starts with leadership. Visible executive behaviour strongly influences organisational culture, trust, and resilience. Jacqueline Jane discusses the role of executives in mitigating human risk with Andrew Pedrosso, head of APAC at SoSafe.Effective cybersecurity requires active participation from top management.

Leadership must integrate cybersecurity into everyday business conversations, moving beyond compliance towards proactive engagement. When leaders showcase their training efforts, it normalises security as a shared priority among all employees.

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Lessons in loyalty, respect, and the price of reputation

Mick Gatto shares his journey from boxing to underworld connections in candid interview on In The Driver’s Seat

Published

3 days ago

November 13, 2025

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Mick Gatto shares his journey from boxing to underworld connections in candid interview on In The Driver’s Seat.

In the first part of this exclusive interview, Penny Lane explores the history that built Mick Gatto.

Mick Gatto’s journey began in Melbourne, where he left school early and entered the boxing world. Boxing instilled in him the value of respect, shaped by his experiences in the ring.

Gatto’s introduction to the gambling scene occurred when he discovered a two-up game in his boxing gym. His involvement escalated from curiosity to partnership, managing the game for around two decades.

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Inside the battle to balance builders, unions, and bureaucrats

Mick’s journey from prison to mediator highlights his problem-solving skills in the building industry and union disputes

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3 days ago

November 13, 2025

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Mick Gatto’s journey from prison to mediator highlights his problem-solving skills in the building industry and union disputes.

Mick has transitioned from prison to a mediator, helping people resolve complex disputes since the closing of illegal gambling operations.

In the second part of this exclusive In the Driver’s Seat interview, Mick Gatto explores tensions and possible resolutions to unions within Australia.

Mick’s entry into building disputes began with a significant case involving a union blockade. Despite handling many conflicts, some domestic disputes proved challenging. He has primarily focused on business-related disputes, establishing a company for arbitration and mediation, primarily serving builders.