

Agency
Dain Walker
In 2018, I was broke, 200k in debt, and working an unfulfilling job. I started a content creation agency and scaled it from 1 freelancer to a team of 30+ in just 4 short years. Now I run Australia’s fastest-growing agency: rivyl. As a guy who runs an agency working with global brands and celebrities, I decided to start interviewing people who take Agency over their lives. To unpack what entrepreneurs do to get ahead in business and life. My goal is to unearth the tactics, mindset, and motives that make high performers tick so you can get a leg up and take Agency with whatever you’re doing.
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Aug 22, 2024 • 1h 7min
#37 - From Followers to Fans: Elevate Your Social Media with Value and Influence | Lexie Murray
Alexandra Murray is the CEO and founder of Be Seen Social (an influencer marketing agency with a strong focus on TikTok.) Selected for the Forbes 30 under 30, Alexandra shares the strategies that helped her launch and scale her own agency.
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(00:00) Intro
(02:40) From Beginnings to Business
(06:49) Adolescent Ventures
(08:04) Influencer to Entrepreneur
(10:33) Building the Agency
(14:24) Content Creation Strategies
(19:02) Innovative Marketing Approaches
(23:54) Social Media Dynamics
(26:50) Client Relations and Campaigns
(30:25) Organizational Culture
(34:18) Work-Life Balance The Role of Delegation
(44:15) Team Dynamics and Leadership
(44:16) Growth and Adaptation
(48:06) Overcoming Burnout
(51:15) Mastering Efficiency
(55:05) Personal Development and Goals
(58:20) Networking and Community Building
(01:00:32) Entrepreneurial Philosophy
(01:02:42) Motivational Insights
(01:04:12) Challenges in Business
(01:05:32) Industry Trends and Observations
(01:06:12) Building a Legacy

Aug 15, 2024 • 1h 19min
#36 - Building Entrepreneurial Resilience and Overcoming Obstacles | Adam Hudson
Adam Hudson is an entrepreneur and the host of the Unemployable podcast. As an expert in business success, he talks about how he has failed way more than he has succeeded.
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(00:00) Intro
(02:36) Early Life and Ambitions
(05:16) The Turning Point
(08:06) The Role of Motivation
(11:43) Overcoming Early Challenges
(15:31) Growth Mindset
(19:21) The Influence of Mentors
(23:06) Defining Success
(26:51) Financial Wisdom
(30:35) Importance of Resilience
(34:21) Building a Network
(38:06) Embracing Failure
(41:40) Entrepreneurship Myths
(45:16) Strategic Goal Setting
(48:59) Time Management
(52:41) Innovation and Adaptability
(56:21) Personal Well-being
(59:56) Leadership Lessons
(01:03:38) Empowering Others
(01:06:17) Navigating the Digital Age
(01:09:01) Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
(01:11:26) The Power of Habits
(01:13:09) Building Brand Value
(01:15:46) Effective Communication

Aug 8, 2024 • 1h 27min
#35 - Business Coaches Explains How Creatives Can Scale Their Business | Laura Higgins
Laura Higgins a business coach for creative service providers, host of the Business Playbook Podcast, and a marketing expert who advocates for creativity in business. If you’re looking to grow your influence, presence, and business, this is one you simply cannot miss.
Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj
(00:00) Intro
(02:53) Starting Out
(05:47) Challenges in Sales
(08:40) Embracing Social Media
(11:33) Adapting to Change
(14:26) Confidence and Overcoming Fear
(17:19) Perceptions of Creativity
(20:12) Pricing and Sales Strategies
(23:05) Growth and Expansion
(25:58) The Artist’s Dual Life
(28:51) Work Ethic and Creativity
(31:44) Reflections on Social Media
(34:37) The Role of Mentorship
(37:30) Navigating Burnout
(40:23) Marketing Course Launch
(43:16) Handling Rejection
(46:09) Building Systems and Teams
(49:02) The Balance of Yes and No
(51:55) Creative Challenges
(54:48) Strategic Networking
(57:41) Leveraging Opportunities
(01:00:34) International Expansion
(01:03:27) Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
(01:06:20) Creating Community
(01:09:13) Event Organization
(01:12:06) Future Planning
(01:14:59) Navigating Transitions
(01:17:52) Cultivating Resilience
(01:20:45) Closing Insights
(01:23:38) Final Thoughts

Aug 1, 2024 • 1h 10min
#34 - Transforming Hospitality With Technology | Ben Lipschitz
Ben Lipschitz, co-founder of FoodByUs, Australia’s largest online wholesale food marketplace, shares his journey scaling businesses into a two-sided marketplace. This episode is full of golden nuggets that will teach you how to innovate, adapt, evolve, and scale for growth – whether you’re in a hospitality industry or another industry.
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(00:00) Introduction
(03:01) Early Entrepreneurship
(06:16) Pivotal Business Concepts
(12:01) Overcoming Industry Challenges
(18:01) Building Client Trust
(23:31) Technology Adaptation
(28:46) Problem-Solving Processes
(35:01) Customer-Centric Approaches
(40:14) Field Research Importance
(45:22) Creative Business Practices
(50:01) Effective Leadership Traits
(55:01) Lessons in Scaling Business
(01:00:01) Navigating Product Evolution
(01:05:01) Role of Feedback Loops
(01:10:01) Digital Unification Strategies
(01:12:51) Addressing Client Hesitation
(01:15:11) Insights from Biographies
(01:17:46) Learning from Industry Leaders

Jul 25, 2024 • 1h 31min
#33 - An Athletes Mindset On Overcoming Life's Obstacles Personally & Professionally | Sera Naiqama
Professional rugby player and sports commentator, Sera Naiqama shares her experience as an athlete and talks about the importance of defining your goals, and taking the initiative to chase your dreams. In this episode we get a glimpse of what it’s like to live and breathe success.
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(00:00) Introduction
(04:01) Balancing Dual Roles
(08:01) Entry into Commentary
(12:01) Media Misconceptions
(16:01) The Art of Presentation
(20:01) The Journey in Super Season
(24:01) Networking Opportunities
(28:01) Power of Visualization
(32:01) Role of Journaling
(36:01) Transitioning Dynamics
(40:01) Engaging in Mentorship
(44:01) Leveraging Media Exposure
(48:01) Networking and Sponsorships
(52:01) Professional and Personal Balance
(56:01) Emotional Aspects of Rugby
(01:00:01) Resilience in Career Setbacks
(01:04:01) The Importance of Adaptability
(01:08:01) Building a Supportive Network
(01:12:01) The Family Influence
(01:16:01) The Symbolism of the Jersey
(01:20:01) Preparing for International Play
(01:24:01) Overcoming Challenges
(01:28:01) Life Beyond Sports
(01:32:01) The Impact of Role Models
(01:36:01) Final Reflections

Jul 19, 2024 • 1h 1min
#32 - How You Can Human Up to a Higher Level | Bedros Keuilian
Serial entrepreneur and fitness expert Bedros Keuilian joins us in the studio to talk about how he rose above adversity to achieve the American dream. In the episode, we dive deep into his mentality and thought process as he shares little-known secrets for success.
Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj
(00:00) Introduction
(01:36) The Struggle with Addiction and Debt
(05:33) Personal Growth and Leadership
(09:13) The "Man Up" Philosophy
(11:28) Importance of Physical Fitness
(14:47) Handling Criticism and Embracing Challenges
(20:31) The Modern DNA Project Introduction
(25:46) Structure and Rigor of the Project
(31:01) Building Brotherhood Through Adversity
(36:20) The Role of Vulnerability
(41:11) Personal Stories
(47:06) The Transformational Impact
(51:41) Long-term Benefits and Support Networks
(55:59) Balancing Toughness With Empathy
(58:50) Future Aspirations

Jul 11, 2024 • 1h 25min
#31 - Why PR Will Help Your Business | Samantha Dybac
Samantha Dybac leads a fast-growing PR and communications agency, specializing in building personal brands and elevating company profile. Her elite clients range from politicians to award-winning entrepreneurs and high-growth startups. If you want to leverage your personal brand, she’s your go-to expert.
Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj
(00:00) Introduction
(03:01) Career Beginnings
(10:01) Networking Importance
(17:31) Strategic PR Planning
(25:01) Authenticity in Storytelling
(33:01) Workshop Dynamics
(40:01) Client Expectations
(47:31) Business Growth Challenges
(54:21) Mentorship Value
(01:00:01) Consistency and Credibility
(01:07:01) Long-Term PR Benefits
(01:12:01) Leveraging Media
(01:17:01) Success Stories
(01:19:31) PR Industry Evolution
(01:23:01) Concluding Thoughts

Jul 4, 2024 • 1h 24min
#30 - Building a Retail Empire and Leveraging Viral Social Media Content | Brittney Saunders
Brittney Saunders, founder of FAYT, shares her journey from content creator to successful entrepreneur, discussing brand building, leadership, social media strategies, and navigating challenges. The podcast explores her evolution from content creator to retail empire owner, the changing landscape of social media content lengths, and insights on personal branding, company growth, and overcoming business challenges.

Jun 27, 2024 • 1h 17min
#29 - Investor Explains How to PITCH your Business to Venture Capitals | Maria Halasz
CEO of Stride Equity, Maria Halasz is a seasoned entrepreneur. In today’s episode, she shares the mentality needed to succeed in the cutthroat world of businessl. We unpack the lessons she learned that propelled her to prominent positions in multiple companies after immigrating to Australia and starting from scratch.
Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj
(00:00) Introduction
(03:13) Entering the Biotechnology Industry
(06:14) Defining Startups and Personal Growth
(10:51) Balancing Details and Big Picture
(13:57) Venture Capital Insights
(19:21) Importance of Written Agreements
(20:55) The Value of Adaptability
(26:45) Navigating the Learning Curve
(30:00) Building a Business Post-IPO
(35:00) Entrepreneurial Challenges
(40:16) Course Reflections and Business Growth
(45:16) Importance of Exit Plans
(50:00) Identifying Key Success Factors
(55:00) Overcoming Business Fears
(01:00:00) Execution and Achievement
(01:04:00) The Power of Ignorance in Innovation
(01:07:22) Investing in People and Ideas
(01:10:10) Influence of Mentors in Business
(01:13:00) Strategic Business Planning
(01:17:00) Future Outlook

Jun 20, 2024 • 1h 17min
#28 - Business Expert Talks about the MASSIVE Benefits of Networking | Dan Hakim
He’s the CEO and founder of Australia’s leading business networking apps, the Club of United Business (CUB) and Business Owners App (BOA). These community and networking services enable Australian entrepreneurs to build real relationships with fellow leaders. Since starting in 2015, together with his ambition and a passionate team, he has grown CUB to over 2,000 members.
Book Rivyl in for a free 30-minute call, here: http://l.rivyl.com/JUPbkj
(00:00) Introduction
(03:05) Starting Business Challenges
(06:10) Networking Basics
(09:15) Legacy and Influence
(12:20) Risk and Growth
(15:25) Generational Dynamics
(18:30) Cultural Influences
(21:35) Business Continuity
(24:40) Personal Growth
(27:45) Concept of Business Family
(30:50) Community Building
(33:55) Financial Strategies
(37:00) Overcoming Networking Challenges
(40:05) Organizing Networking Events
(43:10) Creativity in Business
(46:15) Community Value
(49:20) Overcoming Obstacles
(52:25) Leadership and Team Building
(55:30) Adaptation and Change
(58:35) Decision-making Confidence
(01:01:40) Collaboration and Innovation
(01:04:45) Mentorship
(01:07:50) Paths to Success
(01:10:55) Focus and Priorities
(01:14:00) Future Directions