Desert Rose Studio

In this episode we speak about our engagement/proposal and ring design process. We share our story of our engagement in America in Yosemite on a hiking trip. Linking this chat up about how Gary went through the proposal. It's a fun, great listen. Enjoy. 

This episode we chat all things sparkly with the incredible Jewellery designer and owner of White November Jewellery. Bianca talks about how her business has grown and the important things to focus on in a saturated market. One thing is for sure... being in business is not for the faint hearted and it takes time, energy, love and a solid vision. Have a listen at this part 2 sequel following on from part 1 - Erin's engagement story journey with her Fiance. 

Watching a brand grow always gives us true joy and happiness. It’s a journey and it takes time. It involves energy output and most importantly it requires the right mindset. This podcast episode with Yasemin from Mikash Skincare shares her top six strategies for growth mindset. Having started as a food blogger, then moving into developing skincare products to treat her eczema, Yasemin is a true testament to holding the right growth mindset. 

A spiritual leader in the realm of business development and self growth. I chat with Linda, owner of Spiritual Minds to get the hottest tips on how to grow your business and level up yourself with these amazing guidance tips. Take a listen and enjoy learning and growing with the incredible insight from Linda. 

This chat with Emily Cassel a Leadership + Business Coach for Women Entrepreneurs is one to take a listen to as Emily dives deep into the mistakes that she sees entrepreneurs make in business. 1. Edutainment/investing in the wrong things. 2. Pivoting too frequently/not being ALL IN 3. Freaking out about/obsessing over audience size (social media, newsletter, etc.)4. Telling themselves it's not paying off to show up because they don't see instant results5. Thinking they can replicate someone else's genius instead of listening to their own.6. Believing the lie that there's an ideal time to do inconvenient + hard things like invest in themselves/their businesses, to actually get started... 7. Resisting creating structure, systems, + accountability for themselves in their businesses because they fear losing freedom + flexibility + flow, when this is exactly what ALLOWS for these things8. Trying to do it all alone, independently and/or in isolation

This conversation with Tara is incredible. She is a powerhouse of a person who has a huge depth of knowledge from her own experience on her wellness journey. Tara shares with us her top tips on how to stay well when we are all feeling so super busy. Take a listen and enjoy this conversation I had with Tara. 

Want to start up a sustainable clothing label - find out how Tesh from Luna & Sun the Label did it and the best way to do it. Tesh still works full time while running her label on the side. What does she gain from this.. stability financially, time to grow her brand without as much pressure and more. I talk with Tesh about how she came about to set up her label and how she has managed to keep it so sustainable with an eco focus. Tesh is 38 weeks pregnant at the time this was recorded so I feel very honoured that we got this episode done before she has her baby girl. 

Imagine starting a clothing store and not taking any proper profit from it for 5 years.. well this is the story of Penny who did just that and now runs a thriving business with two stores and an online store in Cotton Tree and Noosa. Take a listen to this amazing business women talk all things fashion, clothing, starting a business and more. 

This is an incredible episode as my conversation goes on with co-owner of The Farm Gym I discover there is a lot more to this space than simply a gym. Acacia talks about how her and husband Luke established their place on an avocado orchid farm and that they are now liaising with potential franchisees internationally. Along with this, they have visitors coming from all cities in Australia to look at their model and see why it is so successful. With 70 members and nearly reaching their capacity this duo is doing something very right. Their community of people are loyal and lovers of the farm. They also get free fresh organic grown produce that they help to cultivate on the farm - WOW. Take a listen and enjoy this conversation.  

Mukti is an eco-advocate and green cosmetic chemistry pioneer. Established in 2000, she created one of Australia’s first certified organic skincare brands Mukti Organics. Alongside this massive achievement she is the Author of her incredible book Truth in Beauty, the ultimate resource for holistic beauty. Mukti's wealth of knowledge in the skincare industry is extraordinary, she is a true inspiration and walks the talk. Starting her day off at 4am with meditation to spending the next six hours writing her book. What a powerhouse of a lady leading the way in education around skincare and natural beauty. You will love this episode of Real & Raw in Business. Take a listen.. @bymukti@muktiorganics@desertrose_studio  

Sommelier extraordinaire Kate Christensen shares how her and husband Mal became the powerhouse duo of the super successful food & wine pop ups internationally. Along with her passion for wine, she is also is a yin yoga lover, teacher and business owner. We chat about their philanthropy work raising funds for mental health and Mal's journey through his own challenges with mental health. 

Get set to be wowed by the incredible business women Kimberley Fergusan, owner of a destination music venue & band management company, MC specialist and powerhouse of a mum. I chat with Kim on her journey to where she is now and how she makes gutsy decisions in business. Take a listen and enjoy this real conversation.