21st Century Entrepreneurship

Join us as we discuss living in the moment with David Drebin, a renowned photographer and successful entrepreneur. David has been responsible for international campaigns for companies such as American Express and Davidoff. He has been published in magazines such as Vanity Fair, Travel + Leisure, National Geographic, GQ, Elle and Rolling Stone. He made portraits of Charlize Theron, John Legend, Sandra Bernhard, Kevin Bacon, and Diane von Fürstenberg, among others. In this episode, you'll learn how to discover your purpose in life and make sure you're working towards it daily. Plus, don't underestimate the power of dedicating 10,000 days to honing your skills—it can pay off in the long run! Tune in and find out how David uses his philosophy of reflecting on the past, enjoying the moment, and being prepared for future moments to achieve success. It's an inspiring conversation you won't want to miss!

Today, we’re speaking with Brendon Baker about how entrepreneurs can become change leaders and leverage a positively lazy lens to find success. Brendon is a leading expert in driving change that pays off (without burning everyone in the process!). Where the change isn’t about delivering on-time or on-budget but getting what you’re looking for. He has led and guided over $10 Billion in transformative projects and programs across more types of change than would be reasonable to list here. Just know that it includes everything from transformations to teddy bears. We’ll explore why change is hard, what success looks like, and the smallest amount of work needed to achieve the desired outcome, as well as his journey to discovering an authentic self through a varied career in the changing organization space. Brendon will also share practical advice on how to avoid common traps when asking “why” and how to use reality-based metrics to monitor progress. He will explain why understanding context is critical for successful project management and how to watch it for quick pivots. Listeners, if you desire to become a leader of change and reach your actual capacity—take action now! Tune into the Brendon Baker podcast episode to receive his expert tips on unleashing your potential. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity; start unlocking yourself today!

Learn from William McKnight, an expert in data management and analytics, about how to make better decisions based on data. William is the esteemed President of McKnight Consulting Group, specialising in data analysis and strategy projects. He is also a renowned author, speaker, and educator. Hear about insights for small to medium-sized businesses and strategies for leveraging artificial intelligence and ROI. Investing in yourself and deepening your knowledge base of enterprise data topics can be instrumental for the success of your business. From personal research & development, data warehousing, analytics, and integration to quality assurance - learn from one of the industry’s leading experts! Tune in now, unlock the power of data-driven decision-making, and increase your knowledge base to drive data success in your business! 

Join Bill and Pete Bush in this episode as they discuss Retirement Planning, the importance of getting professional financial advice and how it can help you make more informed decisions about your finances. Bill and Pete of Horizon Financial Group understand the importance of making wealth management more personalized, straightforward, and hassle-free. They strive to offer their clients a service that is easy to manage yet still tailored to their needs. They also talk about key factors to consider when preparing for retirements, such as lifestyle changes, savings rate and attitude. We discuss their experiences with getting professional financial advice and how it has helped them achieve their retirement goals. Bill and Pete have worked together at their family business for over 20 years. Hear their stories and learn what it takes to make a business successful when working with family, as well as the importance of setting boundaries, creating a trusting relationship and having each other's back. If you want to gain more insight into Retirement Planning and the importance of getting professional financial advice, then don’t miss this episode of Bill and Pete Bush! Tune in now to start planning for a secure financial future.

Today, we spoke with Luke Battye, the founder of Sprint Valley, a change consultancy that helps teams navigate complex challenges. Their work combines consulting with coaching for work done with you (and next time, without us). During our conversation, Luke shared how their team helps organizations comprehend and use behavioural psychology to elucidate intricate business issues. For instance, they apply video ethnographers to decipher the behaviour of their client's top-performing personnel, thus enabling them to amplify processes and reach optimum productivity. Additionally, they advocate using design thinking as a way for teams to solve complex challenges while open-sourcing their methods to create career-changing experiences with their clients. They also highlighted the importance of aligning processes to different organisational functions for optimal results. All in all, it was a fascinating conversation that left us feeling inspired by the potential of behavioural psychology.

Kat Dey and Phoebe Yu, business partners of Ettitude - a sustainable textile company, reflect on the gratifying moments of their journey with an innovative product in this interview. They share valuable tips for entrepreneurs looking to partner up, detail the research they undertook to develop their product and explain why they are passionate about creating a regenerative future. They also delve into topics such as how to stay creative and motivated despite challenges and overcome unique challenges faced by female entrepreneurs. Finally, they explain why their company is a proud member of 1% For The Planet and their commitment to supporting charities helping address climate change problems.Clean Bamboo is the world's first nontoxic bamboo fabric and has superior wicking, cooling, and antimicrobial properties compared to conventional materials. Pure Bamboo can be blended with other fibres to create a variety of functional benefits. Eco-conscious fashion brands are using it to replace traditional textiles in their existing lines. The global team for Clean Bamboo is based in Los Angeles due to the overlap of business hours with Asia, as well as the growing startup culture and focus on fashion innovation. This has allowed the company to have a positive global perspective when serving its consumers.

Join us as we chat with Holly Daniels Christensen, a successful small business owner who dropped out of high school at 15 and bootstrapped her way to success. Holly is the founder of Dune Jewelry, the only experiential jewellery brand in the world. They capture their customer's experiences in all of their handcrafted designs by incorporating sand, shells, flower petals, soil, earth, rocks, semi-precious stones, and more. The idea is to use earth elements from an extraordinary place or moment and then create tangible reminders that the customer can wear forever. We'll explore the personality traits necessary to succeed in business and learn how to make the most of our entrepreneurial journeys. Plus, discover how Holly is crafting unique moments with her experiential jewellery pieces that capture life's special moments while donating $200,000 to coastal preservation. Learn about the importance of content marketing, customer satisfaction, and finding balance in life as a business owner. Unlock the secrets of experiential jewellery with Holly Daniels Christensen and make the most of your entrepreneurial journey. Plus, don't miss out on her unique designs to capture life's special moments. Tune in now!

This episode will explore the power of Facebook Advertising and discuss strategies to make an impact. We'll hear from Marin Istvanic, head of performance at Inspire Agency, about his journey in the field and how he has achieved success. We will also talk about the challenges that come with managing a large-scale ad campaign, as well as tips on how to maximize your impact. Marin Istvanic explains how businesses leverage digital advertising, tracking results and targeting users to increase their reach with Facebook. Learn how to make your ads more relevant to your audience for tremendous success. Additionally, he discusses the different ad formats that have been added, such as Instagram Reels, and why the feed is becoming increasingly cluttered with ads. Finally, he explains the potential opportunities that small businesses have to reach customers through digital ads. Get a free audit of your Facebook ad account by going to the podcast's website.

Brant travels the globe speaking with entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs about how to discover and create new value, and about empowering individuals to make the change they want to see in the world. Brant Cooper is the New York Times bestselling author of The Lean Entrepreneur and CEO of Moves the Needle. With over two decades of expertise helping companies bring innovative products to market, he blends agile, design thinking, and lean methodologies to ignite entrepreneurial action within large organizations. In this episode, Brant shares insights on becoming disruption-proof and staying ahead of the ever-changing digital age. He explains why it is important to delegate decision-making and focus on organic and sustainable growth to remain competitive. He also encourages small businesses to focus on agile management, communication and iteration loops to discover new approaches. Finally, Cooper emphasizes the need for team structures so that managers and owners can have their attention focused on one entity – the team. Listen to the podcast episode with Brant and learn how to stay ahead in a digital age by becoming disruption-proof!

Welcome to our podcast, where we’ll explore the world of men’s skincare with special guest Kelley Thornton. Today, we learn how his brand, Tiege Hanley, transforms how men care for their skin with anti-ageing solutions, hydrating moisturisers and more. Join us as we talk to Kelley about his journey in the industry and how he’s modernizing male self-care. From the changing perception of what it means to be a man today to understanding the benefits of retinol, hexapeptide and natural ingredients in skin care, Kelley Thornton has a wealth of knowledge to share. He’s the founder of Tiege Hanley, a brand that’s revolutionizing men’s skincare by providing tailored solutions specifically for them. We learn more about Kelley and the company in this podcast episode, including their business model and how they communicate with their customers. Plus, Kelley talks about encouraging men to take charge of their skincare journey and the importance of self-care for staying healthy and looking good. Don't miss out on this valuable conversation about how men can take responsibility for their appearance and well-being – including skincare, exercise and eating right. Listen to the podcast episode with Kelley Thornton now to learn more!