

Flying Solo
Flying Solo
The show for those starting or running a one person business, hosted by Cec Busby. With over 100,000 members and stacks of resources, Flying Solo keeps you on track.
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Dec 15, 2022 • 32min
How to build a brand customers rave about
Trevor Henselwood is a marketing expert with over 15 years of experience. He began his career in Canadian broadcasting before migrating to Australia to try his hand in the digital space… He’s the Head of Growth at WebSavvy and has helped 100s of eCommerce brands grow from strength to strength – including some of the nation’s best-loved businesses.He’s passionate about brand awareness and helping entrepreneurs to develop their messaging to connect with customers … and he’s going to share some of those insights with us today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 9, 2022 • 26min
How this purpose-driven business is helping the homeless
Gali Blacher is the co-founder of The GoodBox, a social enterprise that provides gift boxes to those experiencing homelessness, domestic violence and displacement. Since launching The GoodBox in 2018, Gali and her co-founder Maddy have delivered 1000s of boxes to those in need, broken down barriers and opened up the conversation around homelessness in our cities.With Christmas fast approaching and 1000s of Australians living rough or couch surfing to make ends meet - there’s never been a better time to hear about this fantastic enterprise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 24, 2022 • 30min
This expert says you should charge more, not less
Andrew Griffiths is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, business strategist and global presenter who loves nothing better than helping businesses both big and small succeed.He’s perhaps Australia’s most prolific small business author with 14 books to his name and his latest tome, Someone Has To Be The Most Expensive – Why Not Make It You, is one that is sure to resonate with anyone looking at how to price their products or services.He joins us on the Flying Solo podcast to share his top small business strategies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 17, 2022 • 50min
Business secrets from a billion-dollar founder: Why innovation is everything
Richard Turner is a renowned Australian entrepreneur, innovator and business leader. He’s a former Australian Entrepreneur of the Year and the founder of several billion-dollar companies.When it comes to entrepreneurship, Richard is an expert. He’s a specialist in re-invention and industry disruption. He is passionate about sustainability and wants to assist businesses in achieving their purpose and potential. He’s the author of The Essential Entrepreneur, and if you want sound advice on the fundamentals of business success, Richard should be your go-to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 10, 2022 • 27min
Investing in human skills will put your business ahead of the rest
If you want to know how to put the human back in your business, today’s guest Renata Sguario has the answers. Renata has spent the past three decades helping people unlock their potential with her work in the learning and development space. Then in 2019, she kicked corporate to the kerb to embark on her own to business – launching MAXME. Her mission: to democratise human skills development. If you want to tap into your strengths, connect to your purpose and develop the skills you need to succeed, Renata has some great advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 3, 2022 • 42min
How to deal with difficult conversations and connect better with your team
Joe Hart is an organisational psychologist and founder of True Perspective: A leadership development practice. He is a highly experienced executive coach, speaker, trainer, and facilitator and if you’re looking for someone to help you to drive honest conversations, build trust and create meaningful change in your business – Joe has some great advice.He joins us today to explain how his role as an organisational psychologist helps business owners connect and communicate with both their customers and staff. Plus shares his top tips for dealing with difficult conversations and customers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 27, 2022 • 34min
Why bringing joy back to the workplace is the key to productivity
Dr Amantha Imber has spent years helping people do their best work. As a behavioural psychologist, she knows exactly what it takes to harness your habits to dominate your day.She’s helped 1000s of business leaders and business owners to become more effective and productive. And with her podcast, How I Work, she shares how to bring the joy back into your workplace.She’s here today to share some of that wisdom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 20, 2022 • 35min
Become a money magnet! Insider tips for building wealth
Want to know the secret to attracting money and building wealth? Today’s guest, Steve McKnight, may just have the answer.Steve believes attracting money is a skill that can be learnt by anyone – AND – it’s easier than you think to move from simply surviving to thriving. So, if you want to know how to manage and multiply your money, and how to make your wealth count by giving it real meaning, Steve is your guy.His latest book, Money Magnet, reveals the truths and tools you need to know to reshape your mindset, and he joins us today to share his insider tips for building wealth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 13, 2022 • 32min
From corporate to consultant - what you need to know if you want to fly solo
Today’s guest is Michelle Kvello. Michelle is passionate about entrepreneurship and small business success. As the director of Lantern Partners, a virtual CFO consultancy, she’s been helping startups and scaleups achieve their goals.But more recently, she’s launched a new venture – Corporate to Consultant – which is helping people transition from their office jobs into their own business, full-time. With so many Aussies ditching their day jobs to embark on their own – Michelle’s service couldn’t come at a better time. She’s here today to share the key steps you need to focus on if you’re planning to make the leap into flying solo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 6, 2022 • 30min
Expert tips to enhance your brand’s reputation and build trust
If you want to build a brand that people want to buy from and invest in, today’s guest has some terrific insights to share. Ros Weadman is a communications and brand specialist with decades of experience. Her new book, Enhance Your Reputation, provides a practical guide to help you build a brand that is beloved. Whether it’s culture, communication or customer experience, Ros has real-world experience that can help you build a brand that people trust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices