For the makers, creators and barrier-breakers. Join Tod Pedler & Brandon Burns as they share the stories of Australia's best makers. Shining a light on people who have invented some of the products we use in our everyday lives, right across the globe and built in our own backyard.
Innovating mental health solutions - Steven Farrugia
Innovating mental health solutions - Steven Farrugia
In this special episode of The Makers Podcast, Brandon and Tod interview Steven Farrugia, Character & Culture Expert, Social Entrepreneur, Strategist, Executive Adviser, Speaker, Continuous Improvement.
Founder, CEO & Chair at Sharetree. Check him out here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stfarrugia/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/stfarrugia/)
http://www.sharetree.org (http://www.sharetree.org)
more info to come
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https://www.centricminds.com/ (https://www.centricminds.com/)
Check out Tod Pedler here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/)
Check out Brandon Burns here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/)
https://www.teamified.com.au/ (https://www.teamified.com.au/)
19 Dec 2024
Freeze-Dried Pet Treats That Changed the Game with Jenny Richards
Join hosts Brandon Burns and Tod Pedler as they chat with entrepreneur Jenny Richards, founder of The Paw Grocer, about revolutionizing the pet industry with innovative, human-grade freeze-dried treats that offer maximum nutrition and recession-proof business potential.
16 Dec 2024
Lightrium Lamp: Capturing the Sun to Illuminate Your Home
Brandon Burns interviews Todd Pedler about the Lightrium Lamp, a revolutionary solar-powered lighting solution that offers eco-friendly illumination and smart functionality.
8 Nov 2024
How Does It Actually Work Setting Up a Team Offshore?
In this episode, Todd Pedler interviews Brandon Burns, a tech entrepreneur and current leader at Teamified, a company that helps tech businesses extend their financial reach through a balanced global workforce. Brandon shares his journey from a childhood acting career to becoming a tech entrepreneur, discussing his experience in building and scaling businesses, the rebranding of the company from "Patona" to "Teamified," and the importance of community in business. He also provides insights into how Teamified uses global talent to help tech companies achieve growth while controlling costs.
Key Takeaways:
Rebranding to Teamified helped the company align its name with its tech-focused mission and branding trends.
Teamified’s global workforce strategy allows clients to build cost-effective teams by balancing onshore and offshore talent.
Leveraging LinkedIn and community events has proven effective for Teamified in building brand awareness despite high ad costs.
Brandon’s career journey from acting to tech entrepreneurship provided valuable insights into adapting across industries.
Thanks to:
https://www.centricminds.com/ (https://www.centricminds.com/)
Check out Tod Pedler here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/)
Check out Brandon Burns here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/)
https://www.teamified.com.au/ (https://www.teamified.com.au/)
27 Oct 2024
Why Personal Branding and Leadership Coaching Are Game-Changers with Madeline Miller
In this episode of the Makers Podcast, host Brandon Burns and co-host Todd Pedler welcome their first international guest, Madeline Miller, a career and leadership coach, entertainment lawyer, and creator of the Dream Career Accelerator Program. The conversation explores Madeline's journey from law to the entertainment industry, her strategies for content creation, and her insights on entrepreneurship and finding purpose in one's career. In this conversation, Madeline Miller discusses her insights on workplace culture, the journey into coaching, and the challenges faced by her clients. She emphasizes the need for better interpersonal skills in the workplace and reflects on her experiences as a coach. Madeline shares her target audience, business model, and the importance of supporting younger generations in their professional development. She also provides insights from the entertainment industry and discusses common scenarios that lead clients to seek her coaching services. The conversation concludes with how clients can find her and her aspirations for the future.
Takeaways
Madeline Miller helps Gen Z and Millennials build personal brands through content creation and strategy.
She transitioned from law to entertainment, emphasizing networking and persistence.
Entrepreneurship can be learned through effort, while leadership focuses on curiosity and growth.
Madeline advocates for self-awareness, positive workplace culture, and finding purpose to combat burnout.
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https://www.centricminds.com/ (https://www.centricminds.com/)
Check out Tod Pedler here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/)
Check out Brandon Burns here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/)
https://www.teamified.com.au/ (https://www.teamified.com.au/)
25 Oct 2024
Emma and Tom's founder on how he built a leading juice brand - Tom Griffith
Join Tod and Brandon as they talk to one half of Australia's leading juice brand, Emma and Tom's with Tom Griffith. Tom is an accomplished founder and entrepreneur, having built several businesses and advised 100's.
He has an extensive background in PE, VC and scaling and has certainly gone through his fair share of ups and downs with the business. A definite 20 year overnight success, check this episode out to learn how to get the most out of having a co-founder and sticking it out in business.
Check out Tom here - https://emmaandtoms.com.au/ (https://emmaandtoms.com.au/) / tomgriffith1 (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3k5akJDdndFWjBjU3JDaDFxeS1iOVlkaVdqd3xBQ3Jtc0tsYWlfUTZyM201UkZHLXozNU1jRjljN0c1MU9hOFY5RnYzT3dlQmJ3QzhaenNpeVdtMkpQcU9nVFhYMHZSMDlmN1JMNUpmdGQ4WEpVLTRjNkFiYnJWRUhyb3MtZWVySmpiWFRaSXhEMGFMU29VZWcyMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Ftomgriffith1%2F&v=2aB4pJ3iyt0)
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Check out Brandon Burns here - / brandonjkburns (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbF95b2JNWlFEUTRkeklNVmdRZUl6UW9HTi1aUXxBQ3Jtc0ttTmcwcW96REE1YUJWRzN6S0tvaWVvTExjS2tsRlNFcUYyQURvNjI2emRfeVcxX3BJVE1JcG9jSEhzdmdFeEJmbWxNb3V2a2JnbE50bEtwOFpYUnB4eHVaaUxOS1lqWXhmeWFyT1NubHZHak4wVTZ3MA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fbrandonjkburns%2F&v=2aB4pJ3iyt0) https://www.teamified.com.au/ (https://www.teamified.com.au/)
16 Oct 2024
How a solo founder built a global pet business - Tobi Skovron
In this episode, we sit down with Tobi Skovron, a global entrepreneur who shares his journey of building businesses across Australia and the U.S. Tobi talks about the importance of taking risks, the balance between ambition and personal well-being, and how the pandemic has reshaped the workspace. He also emphasizes the significance of mentorship, leadership, and adapting to new markets as an entrepreneur.Key Takeaways:Ambition can drive success, but it comes with significant personal sacrifices.Flexible workspaces are reshaping how businesses operate in a post-pandemic world.Relationships and mentorship are crucial for long-term entrepreneurial success.Global (http://success.Global) expansion requires adapting quickly to new markets and overcoming financial challenges.
Check out Tobi here -https://creativecubes.co/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobiskovron/ (https://creativecubes.co/)
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Check out Tod Pedler here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/Check)
Check out Brandon Burns here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/https://www.teamified.com.au/)
https://www.teamified.com.au/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/https://www.teamified.com.au/)
4 Oct 2024
How a single mother built a global skincare business - Catherine Cervasio
In this episode of Makers Podcast, Brandon Burns and Tod Pedler welcome Catherine Cervasio, a dynamic female founder and entrepreneur. They dive into Catherine's entrepreneurial journey, highlighting her groundbreaking business Aromababy, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the importance of persistence. Catherine shares personal stories of innovation, including her latest venture utilizing olive oil waste for skincare products. The discussion also touches on broader themes of innovation, resilience, and the Australian entrepreneurial landscape. Takeaways: Catherine emphasizes the importance of persistence in entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurs often face multiple challenges, from IP issues to copycat products. Innovation and adaptability are crucial to long-term success, especially in evolving markets. Catherine’s experience showcases how business can pivot and grow, using new opportunities like upcycling olive oil waste. Australia's startup scene offers unique opportunities for global expansion, but mentorship and networks are essential. Developing strong intellectual property and trademarks is key to sustaining a business. Female entrepreneurs bring a unique perspective and resilience to the table, often balancing personal and professional demands. Networking and collaboration are critical in unlocking new market opportunities. Check her out here: https://www.aromababy.com/ (https://www.aromababy.com/) https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-cervasio/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-cervasio/)
5 Sept 2024
Creating a platform to promote Australian Makers - Ep #1
Join Brandon Burns & Tod Pedler for our very first episode as we explain the purpose, why and vision for the show. Here we chat through why it's so important to shine a light on the makers, creators and barrier-breakers.
Tod shares insights from his 30 year journey in tech and how makers are responsible for the world's best and most important inventions.
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