Life, Money & Love with Dylan Mullan

In this episode I had the chance to sit down with Ed Hodge, Ed is the Co-Founder of wellness brand, MiHigh. a wellness brand with a focus on selling portable sauna blankets.After running a long list of products through a strict product criteria they landed on portable sauna blankets which would be the hero product for MiHigh. This early research & testing was so effective that the brand would go on to generate over $1 Million is sales within their first 4 months before growing into an 8-figure brand that they would exit within 2 years of launching!Ed's path into ecommerce was an interesting one. After trying the university thing and quickly realising it wasn't for him, he essentially undertook a self-prescribed ecommerce internship where he strategically took certain roles and worked in the specific industries that he felt gave him all the skills he would need to be successful in business.This episode is packed full of value across both business and personal development and is a must listen for anyone considering launching their own ecommerce brand.In this episode:Ed's ecommerce apprenticeship: What roles he took and the skills he wanted to build.Why university wasn't for him and the trap so many people fall into.The diverse product criteria Ed followed to come up with with hero product for MiHigh.The power of e-commerce for building wealth.How to set up your environment to cultivate performance and better mental health.Navigating logistical issues and the growing pains that come with trying to take a business global.The benefits of building an ecommerce "hype-house".The main skills an entrepreneur needs to know to be successful in ecommerce and how you can gain these skills easily.Navigating the exit process: How to prepare and maximise value.Advice: To everyone thinking of starting their first ecommerce brand.What's next for Ed & why his next business will likely be in the wellness space again.---Follow Ed here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ed_hodge/?hl=enFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://join.viralbrandbuilder.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I sat down with the founder and CEO of Bydee, Dessy Hairis. When Dessy was in high school her Mum taught her how to sew, this led to an interest and blossoming passion for fashion design. As Dessy improved her sewing skills she decided to start selling her bikinis on Facebook and at school and her class mates loved them.While in University studying fashion design, Dessy started selling her swimwear at market stalls all over Sydney and this is where the traction started to build and the brand began to take off. Bydee has now scaled to a multi-million dollar brand and has establish a loyal customer base all around the globe.Dessy is extremely humble about her journey and continues to push to create inclusive swimwear for all her Bydee Babes. I'm sure this is just the beginning for Dessy and Bydee and I can't wait to see what the future holds for her and the brand.In this episode:How Dessy got started by sewing and making bikini's in her bedroom with her Mum.Why Dessy finally decided to leave the markets behind and focus on e-commerce.The growing pains the business has faced while trying to scale fast during Covid and what the team had to do to overcome those challenges.Why selling your products at market stalls in one of the best ways to get to know your customer and understand exactly what they want.How they managed outgrowing multiple offices and warehouse in the space of a couple of years.How Dessy planned the campaign that sold a bikini every 2 seconds!The exact process of planning, designing and and launching each piece of swimwear.The reason why Dessy has hired a general manager to run the day to day of the businessWhy overseas travel is so important.---Follow Dessy here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dessyharris/?hl=enFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://join.viralbrandbuilder.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In This episode I sat down with Jordan Simi, he is an Artist, Boxer, Content Creator, Influencer & well and truly an enigma. After moving over from New Zealand he settles in Perth, living homeless for the three years, he has come along way since then.After spontaneously appearing in a podcast episode on the YKTR channel, Simi quickly grew a large social media following due to his hilarious antics and charismatic personality. He hosted various different podcasts including Jordan's Room & Grouse & A Few Reds.Since then Simi has gone on to do incredible things including stepping into the boxing ring with former QLD Origin great Justin Hodges for his first professional boxing fight.This conversation went deep and we really got to see a side of Simi that you don't really see online, Simi is an incredible creator and does everything with purpose and passion. I look forward to seeing the amazing things that Simi continues to build in the future.In this episode:The origin story of how Jordan started working with YKTR and built up his social media presence.Spending 3 years living homeless and what he did to surviveHow leaving YKTR effected Jordan and what he has had to do to rekindle those friendships.The on-camera facade and the REAL emotions underneath. .Why we self-sabotage and how we can try stop doing it.The struggles of having relationships in the public eye.The impact that being diagnosed with Bipolar had on Jordan and how this is one of the best thing that could have happened for him.The steps he's taking to become a better man.The reason Jordan started painting and how he is now able to sell pieces for upwards of $10,000.The plan that Jordan has for the future, what's coming very soon and how he's building his own empire.---Follow Jordan here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordan.simi/?hl=enFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://join.viralbrandbuilder.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I sat down with Amal Wakim, the Co-Founder and CEO of Equalution. Amal is a visionary leader, passionate entrepreneur, and a driving force behind the growth of one of Australia's fastest growing tech companies.Equalution has cracked the code on how you can have your cake, pasta, and ice cream and still shed those kilos. They've helped so many people achieve their wellness goals and tap into their true potential.Amal shares her personal journey, delving into the moments that led her to launch Equalution and challenge the status quo in the nutrition industry. Discover the driving forces that fuelled her passion for helping others build sustainable and enjoyable relationships with food, and gain insights into the strategies she employs to promote a healthy mindset around nutrition.Amal knowledge extends far beyond nutrition. In this episode, she shares her own personal growth journey and offers practical advice on maintaining a healthy work-life balance while pursuing ambitious goals. Her insights inspire us to embrace a holistic approach to well-being, one that encompasses not only our bodies but also our minds and spirits.I'm beyond grateful that I had the chance to sit down with Amal, and I'm stoked for you all to give this episode a listen. Trust me, it's a game-changer!In this episode:The first businesses Amal started while in school that made her thousands without even trying.The catalyst that drove Amal to lose 30KG and start looking at food through a different lens & how this was the very start for what has now became Equalution.Why fad diets don't work and the importance of having a great relationship with food.The two most important relationships we all have in our lives and how to improve them.The relationships that Amal had to sacrifice to build the business and the reason why she no longer talks to her friends from school.Why the 5 closest people to you are the most important relationships in your life and why you need to cultivate this circle consciously.The struggles of hiring staff and having the right people in your team to help grow and scale the business.How to use data to maker better business decisions.The key ingredient to growth hack any business.---Follow Amal here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amal.wakim/?hl=enFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://join.viralbrandbuilder.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I sat down with the founders of The Best Kind, Jess & Diandra. The Best Kind (TBK) are known for their high-quality, yet affordable personalised leather accessories.Both within their second half of maternity leave and dreading the thought of having to go back to their corporate 9-5's the duo decided that they wanted more out of their lives and didn't want to slip back into a job that treated them like a number and didn't fit their lifestyle. They wanted more freedom, flexibility and time to spend with the family and most importantly they didn't want to feel like their potential would be capped.After coming up with the idea for TBK, the pair would go onto to do 6 figures in revenue within the 6 months & over $500k within their first year of trading. They now have got a team of 7 and are continuing to grow in both retail and e-commerce. In this episode:Their decision making process around deciding WHY starting a business was the best move for them and why moving back into corporate wasn't the life they wanted.How to deal with not being taken seriously by friends or family.How Jess & Diandra came up with the Idea for The Best Kind and the different product variations they started with.The difficulty mothers are face when it's time to return to the workforce and why starting a business is becoming a more popular option for young mums.How to keep a positive mindset when everything else is crazy around you.Why women need to have a bigger purpose than just raising kids and how starting the brand has helped them become better Mothers.Why making the decision to go out on their own was a no-brainer and what made it easy to do.Their one piece of advice for anyone, especially Mother's that have been contemplating starting their first business.The difficulties the girls faced moving into retail and why it ended up being one of the best decisions for the business.---Follow Jess & Diandra here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_thebestkind/?hl=enFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://join.viralbrandbuilder.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re doing something a little different for this week's episode. As there’s so many new listeners to the podcast and it’s been a while since you’ve really heard from me, this week I wanted to share a podcast that I recorded a couple of months ago with Jess Barber from the Pretty Decent podcast. I’ve been a guest on tonnes of podcasts over the past few years and this definitely one of the best. The way Jess thinks and asks questions is different from any other podcast I’ve been on and this conversation will give you a unique insight into my personal journey with Happy Skin Co & everything that happened since, so you’ll really get an understanding of my decision making process at each step of the journey and what some of the things that I implemented into my life that were game changers for me. As I said, I think this is one of the best podcasts I’ve been on as a guest, and I know there’s so much value in here for anyone on their own journey with business or ecommerce or just anyone that’s feeling a little stuck in or wants more out of life.In this episode:The method that George & I used to discover IPL handsets without using Alibaba and how being first to market was their biggest advantage.The different businesses that I nearly started before landing on e-commerce.The power of the Law Of Attraction and how you can use it in your every day life to craft the life of your dreams.The difference between successful people and unsuccessful people and the habits that make winners win.Why investing in yourself and starting the business you have always wanted to start isn't a risk at all, the real risk is staying in a job you hate.The small steps you can take today to change your life and that will have the biggest impact.The steps I would take if I was starting again and how you can do the same.How to fund what you are passionate about to then monetise so that you can live a happy and fulfilling life.---Follow Jess here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.barber/Pretty Decent Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6FCApn0kkAmNoyxduzdAYlFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://join.viralbrandbuilder.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I sat down with Jaxon Tippet. Over the past couple of years Jaxon has done a complete 180 with his life. Today, Jaxon is a successful model, content creator and online coach that is known for his inspiring messaging and positivity but that wasn't always the case.At the later stages of high school Jaxon found himself hanging out with the wrong crowd which led him to becoming completely obsessed his self-image and spending 5 years of his life engaging in continuous and heavy steroid use.After narrowly avoiding jail multiple times, Jaxon finally made the commitment to get off steroids, remove the toxic people that surrounded him, and completely transform his life in every way.As you will hear from this conversation, the process was far from easy. Rebuilding the love he had for himself and transforming his body image into a much more healthy and sustainable one would need time and patience, but through a series of new practices, rituals and habits the man Jaxon is today couldn't be further from the selfish, toxic and un-healthy person that Jaxon he was only a couple of short years ago.In this episode:How Jaxon's upbringing changed the way he thought of his body and the actions he took as a kid that set him on the path to nearly getting sent to jail.The relationship breakdown between Jaxon and his family and how he eventually earned their trust back.How he removed the toxic people from his life and the power of your physical environment and why you should start with that if you feel stuck.The drastic tolls that the years of steroid abuse where having on his body.What not being able to perform sexually did to his mental health.How he narrowly avoided jail and why it took him getting arrested 3 times to realise he had to make a change.The power of affirmations and exactly what he said in the mirror to transform his self-image.How Jaxon has changed his patterns and rewired his brain.What people in the fitness industry don't tell you and how you need to protect yourself from the lies that are told.---Follow Jaxon here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjaxontippet/?hl=enFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, limited spots available! 👇https://join.viralbrandbuilder.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I sat down with Mia Plecic, the Founder of the Slick Hair Company and creator of the TikTok famous SlickStick. An entrepreneur at heart, the Slick Hair Company is Mia's 6th business venture.Mia's first ever business Pearly White's Australia, hit 7 figures in revenue with all of the business that followed having varying levels of success. One that from this podcast that Mia says stands out: "Slick stick, was the easiest to do, the quickest to do and the cheapest to launch, and the most successful business she has founded by far."While scrolling Facebook one day Mia came across a product that was being marketed out of Korea that helps with flyaway hairs. She ordered one and 3 weeks later it arrived at her door step and she was hooked. She had found the next product she was going to launch.Mia decided to document the whole journey of building the business on TikTok, one of the best decisions of her life as the brand completely took off! She would post videos of her packing orders and would wake up with 3 Million views and $30,000 in sales.In this episode:The 5 different failed businesses that led Mia to start and scale Slick Hair Company and what those failures taught her.Mia's criteria for identifying a high potential product.How Mia being bad at school ended up being her superpower when it came to starting a business.How having one business partner caused Mia to lose out on hundreds of thousands of dollars with her first business and what she learnt from that experience.What it was life starting a business from her living room while stuck in lockdowns and how she outgrew several offices in the space of a couple of years.The biggest mistake that Mia made with then Slick Hair Company and how they have had to pivoted gain their customers back.The type of content that goes VIRAL on TikTok every single time.How she struggles to maintain a work-life balance and the sacrifices she's had to make to find success.The power of self-belief and why it is the most important thing you need to have to be successful in business.Why every business owners need to sort out the legalities before launching their brand and how it can save you thousands (or even millions) of dollars in the long run.---Follow Mia here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miaplecic/?hl=enFollow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://join.viralbrandbuilder.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I sat down with Rina & flow, the founders of Sisterwould. Sisterwould is a beauty brand that specialises in hair products. Working with Vision Australia, they had Braille included on their packaging and placed an emphasis on the sensory experience, including tactile ingredients to help with the differentiation between products.The brand originated due to both the girls having family members that were vision-impaired and struggled to differentiate between shampoo and conditioner. This led Flo & Rina down a rabbit hole, conducting market-research over a 3-year period. They got an understanding for just how many people suffered with this problem all over the world.After three years of product research and development and many iterations the two finally launched the brand in 2022, and since then has garnered worldwide attention, Sisterwould continues to flourish, going from strength to strength. This remarkable brand not only caters to the diverse needs of its customers but also serves as an inspiring for all young women entrepreneurs.In this episode:How Rina migrated from the US to Australia and what it was like to leave her family behind to start a new lifeThe culture shock Rina faced moving from fast-paced corporate America to laid back AustraliaHow recruiting for the beauty industry for many years was a great advantage for Rina & Flo when deciding on the importance of different roles within their companyThe crazy story of how Rina got stabbed while walking home from school while living in The BronxThe 3 year process the girls took to bring Sisterwould to life and the difficulty they faced with designing new productsHow Rina & Flo came up with the idea for the products and what makes Sisterwould completely different from all other hair care products on the market---Follow Rina & Flo here👇Sisterwould: https://www.instagram.com/sisterwould_/Rina: https://www.instagram.com/rinabekiri/Flo: https://www.instagram.com/_floriye/Follow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://join.viralbrandbuilder.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I sat down with Vlad Vosovac and Reever Botha, the co-founders of PuraU, an innovative skincare brand. PuraU was founded in 2020 when Reever, who had struggled with acne breakouts throughout his childhood and adulthood, discovered the crucial connection between gut health and acne through a naturopathic consultation.This revelation sparked the idea for PuraU. Having crossed paths at a business seminar a few years prior, Reever shared his vision with Vlad, and the two entrepreneurs decided to fully commit to the venture. They poured their resources into the business, investing six figures into stock, driven by a shared passion for revolutionising skincare.The launch of PuraU's ARTG-approved kits in March 2020 coincided with the onset of the global pandemic. The response from customers was phenomenal, with the brand generating an impressive $25,000 in sales within the first three weeks alone. This initial success was followed by an astounding $350,000 in sales in the subsequent months, establishing PuraU as a promising player in the skincare industry.Vlad Vosovac and Reever Botha have scaled PuraU from concept to successful and sought-after skincare brand, making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals struggling with skin issues. Today, PuraU products can be found on the shelves of major retailers such as Woolworths, among other retail locations.In this episode:Spending six figures on stock before Covid hit the next month and the world shut downHow they overcame the challenges of creating a product that has strict TGA guidelinesThe moment that inspired them to go all in and what they sacrificed to make their dream a realityWhy personal development is key to truly growing any businessThe marketing channels that allowed them to finally start hitting proper scaleThe of PR and exactly how much revenue it can drive for your businessWhy they chose building a brand over drop-shippingDealing with conflict in a partnership and learning to communicate betterThe most effective ways to improve your websites conversion rate---Follow the boys here👇Vlad: https://www.instagram.com/vlad.kosovac/Reever: https://www.instagram.com/reeverbotha/Follow the channel here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifemoneyandlove/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifemoneyandloveYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3oNnDapuoEEdcLqGsTg30QFollow me here👇Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dylanmullanTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dylanmullanTwitter: https://twitter.com/dylanmullanApply to be mentored by Dylan to start & scale your own E-commerce brand, Limited spots available! 👇https://join.viralbrandbuilder.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.