EP023 - Mark O'Connor - You Can't Be Half Pregnant

In this special episode of "Real Insight," I had the pleasure of sitting down with Mark O'Connor, the CEO of Steinway Galleries Australia. Mark's journey is both inspiring and intriguing, and this episode delves into the many facets of his life and career.
Mark shared how his personal friend, mentor, and co-owner of Steinway Galleries Australia, Lindsay Fox, has significantly impacted his life. Lindsay's guidance has been instrumental in shaping Mark's career and personal growth, helping him navigate the challenges and opportunities in the music industry.
We also reminisced about our childhoods and the various places we’ve worked together. Mark's drive to strive for the best is evident in every story he tells. From breaking world records to leaving one of Australia’s biggest musical instrument retailers to start his own venture, Mark’s journey is a testament to his relentless pursuit of excellence.
One of the key highlights of our conversation was discussing the remarkable growth of Steinway Galleries Australia under Mark's leadership. He has been pivotal in promoting the innovative Steinway SPIRIO, a high-resolution player piano that can accurately reproduce performances by the world’s best pianists. This innovation has not only elevated the brand's presence in Australia but also captivated audiences at events such as the Sydney International Piano Competition.
Mark’s commitment to quality and his vision for Steinway Galleries Australia have made a lasting impact on the music community. His story is a blend of passion, dedication, and the constant drive to achieve greatness.
Tune in to this episode for an engaging and insightful discussion with Mark O'Connor. Discover the stories behind his success, the influence of his mentor Lindsay Fox, and the exciting developments at Steinway Galleries Australia.
:------Steinway Galleries Australia------: steinway.com.au/
:-----------The Steinway SPIRIO------------: • Steinway & Sons SPIRIO
:------------The Black Diamond-------------: • Steinway Black Diamond...
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0:00 Introduction to Steinway Galleries Australia
10:48 The Early Days at Allans Music Group
19:52 A Generous Offer and a Unique Sale
30:31 Importance of Building Relationships in Sales
41:35 Making Decisions with Lindsay
52:36 Unexpected Business Partners
1:01:59 Becoming National Distributors
1:04:54 The Game-Changing Spirio Launch
1:05:34 The Spirio Innovation
1:06:09 The Rising Costs
1:07:39 Pricing Strategies
1:11:09 Leveraging Videos
1:13:50 Million-Dollar Pianos
1:19:57 Building Relationships
1:24:59 Lessons from Childhood
1:31:55 The Pursuit of Excellence
1:36:55 Taking the First Step

[@showls]

Great to hear these stories from the infamous days of MI retail. The big question is how many push ups in the end?

[@mykeireland]

Totally enjoyed this trip down memory lane… 🎉🎉

[@insightsystemsgroup]

Glad you enjoyed it