The Paperclip Podcast

Season 2 Episode 13 of The Paperclip Podcast features Health & Fitness Expert, Frances Peterson. There seems to be something about successful motivated business owners and their first job being a babysitter. Like some of my other guests, Fran began her working journey as a babysitter but then quickly upgraded her title to janitor which, in hindsight, gave Fran the lesson that starting from the bottom and working your way up (queue Drake) gives you the knowledge that no job is ever beneath you. Fran delivers some great tips and advice, mostly without realising it, such as the power of putting your ideas to paper and reviewing them 90 days later. Fran also shared a secret power of her business which is writing handwritten personal notes and placing them in the orders before shipping them out. Fran also wants to know if you’re eating enough protein daily. There’s plenty more great stuff in this episode and you can learn more about Fran and Ezy Whey by heading to www.ezywhey.com.au or following her on Instagram @ezywhey. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au.

Season 2 Episode 12 of The Paperclip Podcast features Coaches Samantha & Aaron Shedlock. When you hear the term “dream team” there’s a good chance you think of the 1992 USA men’s Olympic basketball team, however, the dream team you’ll hear from today are Sam and Aaron. Coaches, business partners and husband and wife. They take us through their journey from their first jobs at Sam’s Warehouse and picking and packing in a factory to sharing a lifelong love of sports and learning from mentors. Sam and Aaron started Shedlock Training Systems while they held down full-time jobs. They’ve both adopted new routines that benefit their personal development and have begun putting themselves first, an important lesson for all business owners. Sam and Aaron shared some great advice such as “believe in yourself and start earlier” or “stop waiting for life to go back to normal”. If you’d like to learn more about Shedlock Training Systems head to www.shedlocktrainingsystems.com.au. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au.

Season 2 Episode 11 of The Paperclip Podcast features Celebrant, Vocalist & MC Veronica Less-Amato. Right now we’re all looking for a little hope. Some indication that the world isn’t going to completely cave in around us and Veronica Lees-Amato is here to do just that. Veronica will tell us all about her journey from her first job as a legal clerk at 15 years old getting just $200 per week, through to some great advice like “always leverage the relationships you have” or “plant seeds all the time”. Veronica also speaks about how important it is for her to be around other business owners and poses a very controversial question for our next guest. You can get in touch with Veronica at sttacelebrant@bigpond.com or by calling her on 0414 887 883. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au.

Season 2 Episode 10 of The Paperclip Podcast features Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist, Natalie King. In the midst of unusual and challenging times, we find ourselves locked inside, around the same people 24/7. The best advice Natalie has to offer you is to be at peace with being patient and to remember that having a business is courageous. Natalie began her working life at 14 as a babysitter for local mums and dads so they could get some couple time, so it makes complete sense to me that Natalie would become a couples counsellor. Natalie delivers some exceptional advice along with sharing some of her own personal challenges in business coupled with reminding us of the best business advice she ever received - “hang in there, it will happen, the business will come”. You can learn more about Natalie King and Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy by visiting www.natalieclaireking.com. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au.

Season 2 Episode 9 of The Paperclip Podcast features highly regarded business coach Peter White from Management Solutions. Delivering exceptional advice is just one of many things Peter does well and he certainly delivers that here with gems like - “get more knowledge, every opportunity you’re in is an opportunity to learn”. Peter has come a long way from his first job of being a paperboy delivering newspapers six or seven days per week for just $10 and he sees his role as a business coach as empowering people to make decisions that are right for their situation. Peter’s best advice is “get on the phone” if you’re looking for growth from your business and commitment from your customers. You can learn more about Peter White and Management Solutions by calling Peter on 0418360075. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au.

Season 2 Episode 8 of The Paperclip Podcast features bookbinder, thesis maker and business card printer Jeremy Dart from DB Bookbinders. Jeremy learnt the importance of valuing staff from his very first job cleaning food display cases in a local milk bar for $20 per week. Jeremy is passionate about books because they provide a multi-sensory experience and the best advice he was given is all about staying active - “if your business isn’t moving forward, it’s going backwards”. Jeremy shares his best marketing outcome with his business going from bricks and mortar to 90% online in less than a year and closes the episode with reminding us all to focus on four areas in business “numbers, systems, networking and doing something you love”. You can learn more about DB Bookbinders by heading to www.dbbookbinders.com.au. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au.

Season 2 Episode 7 of The Paperclip Podcast features new home, renovation and extension expert Dan Newman from New Ray Homes. Dan shares his journey and best advice starting with his first job washing dishes at the age of 14. Dan dropped some gems of advice such as “know your numbers” courtesy of his old boss. “The right tools for all the staff helps you to scale your business” was a cracker when it comes to thinking long term, with some advice specifically for the early days being “get the right advice, get it early and make sure it evolves”. With gold like that you know it’s worth checking out the whole podcast. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au.

Season 2 Episode 6 of The Paperclip Podcast features concreting and landscaping expert Scott Sunderland from SK Concreting & Landscaping. Scott shares his journey starting with his first job at 12 concreting with his uncle in return for lunch all the way through to starting a concreting business, clothing business and then another concreting business after working for someone else. Scott detailed seeking advice from his mother and others in the concreting industry as he planned the early days of his current business. Scott’s best advice for you is “don’t stop working when it gets hard” and he’s got loads more great advice where that came from, so be sure to check out the full podcast. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au.

Season 2 Episode 5 of The Paperclip Podcast features funeral director Meagan Tyrrell from Carlyle Family Funerals. Meagan shares her journey starting with her first job folding sheets in a factory for $85 per week. The biggest difference between working for someone else and for herself has been the task of washing her own herse. Meagan delivered three powerful pieces of advice including “you’re not going to be efficient if you panic”. You’ll have to listen to the episode to hear the others. Check out Carlyle Family Funerals at www.carlylefunerals.com.au. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au.

Season 2 Episode 4 of The Paperclip Podcast features event planner extraordinaire Kathy Edwards from Steppin’ Out Events. Kathy shares her journey starting with her first job working in catering on the set of Neighbours and she believes that we all have a gift, hers is bringing people together. One of the best pieces of advice we’ve ever had on the podcast came from Kathy’s business coach which is “in order to profit from my mistakes I have to out and make some myself”. Check out Steppin’ Out Events at www.steppinoutevents.com.au. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au

Season 2 Episode 3 of The Paperclip Podcast features talented bladesmith and knifemaker Ajax Fitton. Ajax shares his journey starting with his first job washing dishes, to his grandfather’s surprise advice of “I will if I can and I can if I will” through to the next big thing for him. Ajax also shares some invaluable insights about what worked and what flopped when it comes to the marketing of Freehand Creations. Finally, in wrapping up the episode Ajax’s one piece of advice is only three words but they’re exactly what we all need. Check out Freehand Creations at www.freehandcreations.com.au. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au.

Episode 2 of The Paperclip Podcast features professional photographer Adam Grusauskas. Adam shares his journey starting with his first job and what he learnt on tractors at age 15, through to everything he has picked up along his career and what the next big thing is for him. Adam has great advice relating to how working for himself has impacted his personal life and what it means to be truly happy. Check out Adam's photography on Instagram at @quitetheninja. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au

It is my absolute pleasure to kick off Season 2 of The Paperclip Podcast by introducing Shannon O'Brien from The Pyjama Foundation -www.thepyjamafoundation.com - Shannon shares her story of starting at McDonald's, to travelling overseas and discovering that what she really wanted to do was work in a big corporation which lead her to IBM and ultimately to establishing The Pyjama Foundation in Melbourne. Shannon shares her unorthodox journey to help you and your business. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger -www.bsda.com.au

It is my absolute pleasure to introduce Dale Wyatt from Nova Business Services - www.novabk.com.au - Dale shares his story of starting as an underage employee in the family supermarket business, to discovering his dream of having a door with his name on it, and ultimately having a building with his name on it. This is an intimate look inside Dale's business as we discuss his journey, marketing, advertising, and loads of tips and tricks that Dale shares to help you and your business. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger - www.bsda.com.au

It is my absolute pleasure to introduce Jeremy Dart from DB Bookbinders - www.dbbookbinders.com.au - Jeremy shares his story of training and becoming a chef and then his transition into the family business of bookbinding. This is an intimate look inside Jeremy's business as we discuss his journey, marketing, advertising, and any tips and tricks Jeremy shares to help you and your business. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger. Head to www.bsda.com.au

It is my pleasure to introduce, Marion King from Conocer Consulting. With one of the most intriguing backgrounds of any of our guests, Marion spent five years as a Parliamentary Librarian and 16 years with Holmesglen managing a staff of 24 across three campuses, before starting her own HR consulting business in 2016. Marion achieved a Master’s Degree in Applied Science and has extensive formal training in workplace training and assessment. So if you’re still wondering what to expect from our guest today here’s a sample courtesy of LinkedIn: “Marion brings great energy to her role as a leader, and is open and willing in sharing her knowledge about management and leadership”. An intimate look inside a local business as we discuss their journey, marketing, advertising, and tips and tricks to help you and your business. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger. Head to www.bsda.com.au

It is my pleasure to introduce, Julie Pearce from Content Services Melbourne. Gary Vaynerchuk is great at reminding us that content is king and so it was only a matter of time before I was fortunate enough to have a content expert on the show. Understanding people and their needs is at the core of any great content so it’s no surprise that Julie’s beginning was with a bachelor of applied science, specifically psychology. Julie has worked with some incredible organisations including one of the biggest banks in Australia, National Australia Bank. By her own admission Julie “is a little obsessive about seeing results” so it’s no surprise that she has been described as “one of the best communications experts to work with”. An intimate look inside a local business as we discuss their journey, marketing, advertising, and tips and tricks to help you and your business. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger. Head to www.bsda.com.au

An intimate look inside a local business as we discuss their journey, marketing, advertising, and tips and tricks to help you and your business. We kick off the show with our Top 5 free pieces of software that you can use to create killer content. Our very special guest of the show is coach, facilitator, trainer, mentor, and speaker Louise Thomson. We discuss her journey from the male-dominated world of finance to starting her own business while opening a cafe and starting a family all at once, and now looking to the future of expanding her business and releasing two books. We also speak about her greatest successes and failures when trying different types of advertising and marketing, what she learnt from it and how that shaped her business and its growth. As always we close the show with a quote and this one comes from Jef I. Richards. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger. Learn more by heading to www.bsda.com.au

We kick off the show with the Top 5 reasons you need to spend more time on LinkedIn. Our very special guest of the show is teacher turned cake decorator and owner of Cakes by Lisa, Lisa McIntosh. We discuss her journey from food technology teacher and cake decorating as a hobby to moving in to cake decorating full-time and now preparing to hire her first employee. We also talk about her greatest successes and failures when trying different types of advertising and marketing, what she learnt from it and how that shaped her business and its growth. As always we close the show with a quote and this one comes from Leo Burnett. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger. Learn more by heading to www.bsda.com.au

We drop 10 points on why email marketing is important and why it still matters. The very special guest of the show is entrepreneur and founder of commercial finance business Finance Cam, Cameron Lees. We discuss his entrepreneurial rise from a teenager working multiple jobs while finishing high school, through to his significant learnings from his 22 years in the car trade and his best advice now as a serial entrepreneur might surprise you. We also talk about his greatest successes and failures when trying different types of advertising and marketing, what he learnt from it and how that shaped his business and its growth. As always we close the show with a quote and this one comes from David Ogilvy. The Paperclip Podcast is presented by BSDA - We have one clear goal: Help you to become bigger. Learn more by heading to www.bsda.com.au