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Talking to successful business owners, the little fish who are now at the apex of their industry. What challenges did they face, and how did they overcome them?
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The Cambridge is an institution in the live music scene in Newcastle and across NSW. Winning multiple industry awards, Moe Mathew tells Jacob how the beloved Cambridge has stood the test of time, as well as the test of COVID, and continued to be a pillar of the entertainment scene in Newcastle.
The humble podcast has grown to become a powerful tool in the business marketing toolkit. Mel Sergeant has harnessed this potential, bringing Newcastle its first ever dedicated podcast production studio, and winning statewide awards in the process.
What if workplace training and education was fun? Jacob sits down with Ryan Macpherson of Coassemble to discuss how this question underpins their work, transforming the drab training presentations of old into aesthetic, engaging works of art.
Specialising in sourcing the best talent for tech-based businesses, James MacDonald has grown Newy Tech People to become a leading recruitment agency in the tech space. In this episode, he tells Jacob how the post-COVID workplace has facilitated a number of opportunities for his clients to work remotely for large companies both locally and abroad.
When Justin and his wife were looking for a caravan to hire for a holiday, an idea was born. Today, that idea has grown into Camplify which has become the de facto Airbnb for caravans and campervans, bringing the #vanlife to everyone.
Growing up as a proud member of the Indigenous community, Cheree draws on her training as a secondary teacher to bring cultural education to schools and businesses all over Australia. Speaking in Colour provides Indigenous cultural insight and diversity training, enriching the lives of those who implement it.
From a humble coming-together of video production workers, to a now 30+ strong business co-working hub, Luke and Shane Burrell share how their initial vision for INNX co-working space has seen it grow to be one of the most sought-after office spaces in Newcastle.
What do tiles and gin have in common? They are both manufactured by beloved Newcastle family business EARP brothers. Michael tells Jacob how the unlikely pivot to gin distilling became a booming division of the business, including a stint producing hand sanitiser during the COVID outbreak.
Boating is enjoyed by over 5 million Australians every year, and 20 million people worldwide. For such a large industry, the data collection and analytics for the safety of everyone out on the water has become antiquated. Deckee is changing that, using modern data collection and analysis to revolutionise water safety, becoming the preferred maritime app in multiple states.
These days it seems like there's an Uber for everything. Liftango is one of the few success stories. Jacob catches up with Kevin, co-founder of this Newcastle based software company and how they grew to a global business, providing ground-breaking sustainable transport solutions across the world.
Jake Chatfield has a strong sense of 'Why', and as co-founder of Koiop Connect, it's clear he has put this purpose into practice. We catch up with Jake and talk about how the growth of the business has allowed himself and co-founders, Tareka and Daniel, provide unique culturally respectful and sensitive support services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a disability.
After a debilitating bike riding accident, Talia knew the traditional exercise she knew and loved wasn't going to be an option for her rehabilitation moving forward. Today, Talia is the founder and Director of The Pilates Space and gives us an insight into how she overcame adversity, took the leap and created a booming business off the back of her passion.
From Newcastle startup to global tech giants, Coassemble have become one of the fastest growing e-learning platforms in the world.
We sit down with co-founders Jude and Ryan to discuss how education is slowly becoming the new sales in this explosive start to season 2 of The Fishbowl.
With over 70 staff, 250 clients a day and 3 centres, Creative Childcare have taken the childcare industry by storm since opening their doors in 2016.
Jacob catches up with Craig to discuss how identifying and creating a unique product or service is the fist step to standing out in a saturated market.
Craig reveals the channels CC focused on to market his unique product.
How do you get customers through the door and how can you actually create a group of brand ambassadors that consistently refer you business?
From building houses to building a following 🚶🏻🚶🏽♀️🚶🏼♂️🚶🏼♀️...
With big risk comes even bigger reward. 🙌
We sit down Justine and Luke the masterminds and master builders behind Orton Haus and breakdown the ROI of being a house-hold name. 🏡
Why is playing the long game is pivotal for success? 🤔
John Marsh is a successful mindset, business coach for passion business owners.
We talk about the importance of providing valuable content online and its link to building trust with your ideal customer! How do you connect at a human level with the people you look to service without actually meeting them face to face?
When it comes to marketing, you need to stand out!
So what's truly unique about your business?
That's easy... you are!
There is only one you and one story like yours and it's time to talk about it, share it and most of all amplify it!
That's exactly what Joel and Michelle did when taking over the family business.
Lorraines Curtains had been around for 30 years but was in the process of downsizing.
Today, NCR Blinds Curtains and Shutters are an industry leader in their niche and dominate the online space.
I sit down with them to talk about how they did it.
The wine business is known to be a difficult industry to survive in. Damage to the fragile vines can result in losses of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
What's more - with so much competition in the market and pressure from big conglomerates, local wine makers are forced to compete for consumer attention.
Jacob sits down with Mike and Joss and draw comparisons with a vineyard and a business. Why is it so important to nurture your business into producing a larger, higher quality yield?
What does it take to stand out and grow your business in a saturated market?
Trades! 🚨
In an industry that tops the insolvency list year after year, you can't afford to ignore this episode. 🔨
We talk to Gerard, a master trade coach about...
Shifting from technician to CEO. 🥊
Understanding your capability and strengths. 💡
How the right marketing can give your business massive leverage. 💰
Managing your team, your time, and your turnover.
Wether you're in construction or own a business in a different industry, this podcast is for you! 💣
Watch or listen to Ep 5 here >>>> https://www.fisheyecreative.com.au/podcast
Chris Henry made the move from construction to real estate without knowing the empire he would build in the future.
In 2019, Chris owns and operates one of the most successful, well oiled agencies in The Hunter.
We sit down with Chris to discuss what his approach to marketing has been through his journey, and where he sees the market going next!
If you're a business owner or operate in real estate, you don't want to miss out on this one.
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