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A Podcast by Daniel Hakim, CEO of the Club of United Business (CUB). Daniel catches up with the best in Australian business, to provide you with the knowledge and entertainment you need to kick ass in today's business world. Catching Up with CUB is more than a business podcast.

Daniel Hakim


    • May 18, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 252 EPISODES


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    #250 Matilda & Don Robertson – STAX. of Success

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 62:28


    We are celebrating 250 episodes of Catching up with CUB! To mark this huge milestone and five incredible years of the podcast, Daniel catches up with two very special guests - Matilda and Don Robertson, Founders of STAX., the Australian activewear brand that's gone from a spare room in Perth to an active wear empire worn by stars like Jennifer Lopez and Lizzo. Matilda and Don share how success has transformed their lives, reveal powerful leadership lessons, discuss building strong mentor relationships, and explain why clear communication across teams, clients, and leadership is the secret to scaling big.   Exclusive Partnership Offer for our Listeners Matt Joy, a seasoned business strategist and expert in investment readiness, is offering you exclusive access to his Deal Readiness Assessment™ - usually $995, now available at no cost to help benchmark your business and plan for growth. 

    #249 Paul Miller - Winning the Deal Game

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2025 62:52


    Daniel catches up with Paul Miller, Founding Partner of Deutsch Miller, a premium boutique law firm specialising in corporate and M&A law. With over 25 years of experience - including as a partner at a leading London law firm - Paul has built a reputation as one of Australia's top legal minds in business transactions. Daniel and Paul dive into the art of networking, what's really happening in today's M&A and capital markets, and the mindset and techniques behind successful negotiation. With practical insights from 25+ years in corporate law, Paul offers advice every business owner should hear.   Exclusive Partnership Offer for our Listeners Matt Joy, a seasoned business strategist and expert in investment readiness, is offering you exclusive access to his Deal Readiness Assessment™ - usually $995, now available at no cost to help benchmark your business and plan for growth. 

    #248 Will Kepreotes – Creative Marketing That Converts

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 50:00


    Daniel catches up with Will Kepreotes, Co-Founder of Buttr, the creative agency fuelling the growth of some of Australia's most exciting consumer brands. With a unique model that blends strategy, culture, and content, Buttr is rethinking how modern brands scale. Daniel and Will dive into the new age of creative-led marketing, how to generate leads without feeling ‘salesy', and what it really takes to stand out in a saturated digital world. This episode is a must-listen for any business owner ready to market smarter and bolder.   Exclusive Partnership Offer for our Listeners Matt Joy, a seasoned business strategist and expert in investment readiness, is offering you exclusive access to his Deal Readiness Assessment™ - usually $995, now available at no cost to help benchmark your business and plan for growth. 

    #247 Anthony Mullane - Sales Data: Your Secret Weapon

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 55:39


    Daniel catches up with Anthony Mullane, Co-Founder and Country Head of CUB. With almost a decade of experience building CUB into Australia's fastest growing members club for business owners alongside Daniel, Anthony is an expert in sales, leadership, and driving growth. Daniel and Anthony discuss why sales must remain a core focus for any business, how to use sales data to convert more clients, and dive into the lessons learned from nearly ten years of building a thriving national network.

    #246 Karunn Shahani - The Exit Plan No One Talks About

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 55:29


    Daniel catches up with Karunn Shahani, Managing Director at Thornton + King, an award-winning law firm specialising in property law, wills and estates, and family law. With a career spanning corporate, criminal, and private law, Karunn co-founded Thornton + King to deliver practical, jargon-free legal advice with a human touch. Daniel and Karunn dive into the often-overlooked world of wills and estate planning - especially for business owners. They explore key tips for setting up a will, common mistakes to avoid, and why having a proper estate plan in place is one of the most important things you can do to protect your legacy.

    #245 Sophia Lafkas - How Early Grit Fuels Greatness

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 49:18


    Daniel catches up with Sophia Lafkas, Managing Director of The Perfect Recruit, a business specialising in recruitment for transport, logistics, landscaping, and construction roles across Australia. Starting in her family's transport company at just 14, Sophia worked her way from the ground up, before launching her own successful recruitment agency 4 years ago. Daniel and Sophia discuss the lessons learned from growing up in a family business, navigating male-dominated industries, and how she balances the demands of motherhood and entrepreneurship.

    #244 Julian Khursigara - Emerging Property Markets

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 57:59


    Daniel catches up with Julian Khursigara, CEO of Search Party Property, a leading investment advisory firm helping individuals build wealth through strategic property investments. With over 20 years of experience, Julian has guided investors in navigating the property market to achieve their financial goals. Daniel and Julian discuss how to apply strategy to property purchases, the key to building trust with potential clients, and how to identify emerging markets for smart investments.

    #243 Simone Bartley - The Formula for High-Interest Brands

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 57:23


    Daniel catches up with Simone Bartley, CEO and Founder of THE BR&ND CO., a consultancy dedicated to integrating business and brand strategies to unlock their full potential. With over 30 years of experience leading global agencies like SAATCHI & SAATCHI, building companies, and advising top brands, Simone helps businesses amplify their impact through strategic brand positioning. Daniel and Simone discuss how to transform your brand into a high-interest brand, why sharing brand beliefs - not just values - matters, and the hidden risks of being the face of your brand.

    #242 Rick Merten - Mastering Growth from the Inside Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 42:21


    Daniel catches up with Rick Merten, Managing Director of InsideOut Group, a strategy-led B2B marketing consultancy with a unique approach - embedding fractional marketers inside businesses to drive growth from within. Originally founded in 2001 as an early digital start-up called Permission, InsideOut Group has evolved into a powerhouse for businesses looking to scale effectively. Daniel and Rick discuss how to position your business in the minds of customers, the power of scaling through niching, and how to embed your values within your team - even in a remote work environment.

    #241 Chris Cowley - Traditional Values, Modern Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 45:05


    Daniel catches up with Chris Cowley, Managing Director of CKJ Building Services, a family-owned construction company specialising in government and commercial projects across Sydney. From growing up in a small town of just 300 people to leading a major building organisation, Chris has built some of the country's largest private schools and heritage projects. Daniel and Chris discuss the pros and cons of private schooling, why learning lessons can be one of the most expensive things you do, and the challenges facing the construction industry today. Chris shares how traditional values have shaped his life and career, leading to an incredible journey of success and resilience.

    #240 Sylvia Arotin - The Secret to Raising Smart Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 55:17


    Daniel catches up with Sylvia Arotin, award-winning educator and founder of My Montessori Education Centre and Guide & Grow, one of the world's largest Montessori at-home support platforms. After a life-changing car accident shifted her career path, Sylvia turned her passion for education into a thriving global business, supporting over half a million families. Daniel and Sylvia discuss the dos and don'ts of raising children, insights into early childhood education, and her journey of overcoming adversity through resilience.

    #239 Melissa Hosgood - Building Wealth That Lasts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 58:19


    Daniel catches up with Melissa Hosgood, Managing Director of Labassa Capital, a specialist real estate investment manager. Labassa Capital builds long-term structured wealth through tailored financial solutions, taking a conservative approach while aiming to deliver superior risk-adjusted returns. Daniel and Melissa delve into her expertise on wealth preservation and the Australian property market, as well as her journey from growing up in China to founding a successful real estate investment firm in Australia.

    #238 Lachlan Rowston - Building Strength, Mind & Body

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2025 56:51


    Daniel catches up with Lachlan Rowston, Co-founder of LOCKEROOM, a premium gym designed for high-performing professionals. Opening his first gym at just 21, he and his business partner have since launched three more locations while also co-hosting Australia's No. 1 fitness podcast, The Mind Muscle Project. Daniel and Lachlan discuss the journey of growing LOCKEROOM into a national success story and his experience training elite professionals. They speak about the key principles of health and fitness, fat loss and muscle gain, and how to optimise performance through supplements.

    #237 Amy Castano - Hustle & Recover

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 57:06


    Daniel catches up with Amy Castano, Co-founder of Acero, one of Australia's leading fitness and wellness brands. With her love for health & well-being, Amy turned Acero into a fitness powerhouse, shaking up the industry. Daniel and Amy discuss why taking the leap and launching a business - even before it's perfect - is essential, the pros and cons of her having a large social media following when launching a brand, and the importance of rest and recovery for both physical and mental health.

    #236 Jessy Marshall - A New Era of PR

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 55:54


    Daniel catches up with Jessy Marshall, Founder of Hive HQ, a boutique Sydney-based PR and events agency helping beauty, fashion, and lifestyle brands stand out. Hive HQ works with some of Australia's most talked about brands including tbh Skincare, Naked Sundays, Bangn Body, and more. Daniel and Jessy discuss leadership as a young entrepreneur and how to build and maintain a strong team. They explore how to craft compelling brand stories that capture media attention, the evolving role of influencer marketing in PR, and more.

    #235 Blake Micola - Market Smarter, Sell Stronger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 61:57


    Daniel catches up with Blake Micola, Founder of GMS Media Group, a digital agency specialising in ads, creative, and web optimisation to drive growth. Since 2016, GMS has managed over $217 million in ad spend and earned Tier A premium agency partnerships with META, Google, TikTok, Snapchat, and more. Daniel and Blake discuss what's currently trending in the digital marketing world, how the industry has evolved, and the importance of having a strong sales process to back up effective marketing strategies.

    #234 Thomas Hakim - Brothers Uncut

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 68:51


    Daniel kicks off the first episode of 2025 with his brother Thomas Hakim, Founder of WISECAST, a Sydney-based podcast and content studio known for previously working with global names like John Travolta, Chris Williamson, and Nedd Brockman. Daniel and Tom dive into the power of podcasting as a marketing channel and the importance of creating authentic content that genuinely connects with audiences. They explore the evolving content landscape, how brands can build trust through storytelling, and much more.

    #233 Brittany Wheeler - Taking the Leap

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 32:30


    Daniel catches up with Brittany Wheeler, founder of One Wardrobe. Brittany shares her journey of turning a side hustle into a success and opens up about the challenges she faced during the early stages of her business.

    #232 Candice Feng - Defying Cultural Boundaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 47:16


    Daniel catches up with Candice Feng, the founder and CEO of skincare brand Ms Morning. Immigrating to Australia without speaking English, Candice defied cultural expectations and broke societal norms to pursue her entrepreneurial vision. In this episode, Daniel and Candice explore her inspiring journey—from arriving in Australia alone to taking an entrepreneurial leap with her partner. They also delve into how Ms Morning is challenging industry norms and reshaping the way we think about skincare products and morning routines.

    #231 Adam Bouris - Turning a Dream into Global Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 53:57


    Daniel catches up with Adam Bouris, Co-founder of Who Is Elijah, Australia's fastest-growing fragrance brand, created with his wife, Raquel. From humble beginnings in a Sydney garage to being sold in over 700 stores globally, the brand recently hit over $1 million in Black Friday sales. Daniel and Adam discuss Who Is Elijah's meteoric rise and what it takes to thrive in a competitive e-commerce market. They speak about how to operate a business successfully as a couple and much more.

    #230 George Raftopoulos - Do It For Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2024 63:13


    Daniel catches up with the world-renowned artist George Raftopoulos, whose work has been exhibited both in Australia and internationally, including in New York, Hong Kong, and Paris. George's artworks have achieved remarkable acclaim, fetching up to tens of thousands of dollars at auction. On this episode, Daniel and George dive into the world of art and the importance of being completely vulnerable as an artist. They uncover striking parallels between the art and business worlds, and the lessons we as business owners can draw from artists themselves.

    #229 Navid Haddadan Guia - Thriving in Tough Markets

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2024 54:33


    Daniel catches up with Navid Haddadan Guia, Founder and CEO of CDA CoLiving. CDA provides value-driven furnished accommodation, subletting over 1200 rooms across Sydney and growing from a two-person team to over 50 staff in just three years. On this episode, Daniel and Navid discuss his entrepreneurial journey, which began 8 years ago with his wife. They explore weathering the storm of tough economies as a business owner, standing out in a saturated market, and the critical role of systems and operations in scaling successfully.

    #228 Andrew Rooke - Fuelling Success with Self Belief

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2024 54:34


    Daniel catches up with Andrew Brooke, a mindset and leadership expert & one of Australia's leading business consultants. Before launching his own business, Andrew climbed the corporate ladder, ultimately serving as Executive Director at a nine-figure fintech company. He now brings his wealth of experience to his own entrepreneurial ventures. Daniel and Andrew discuss how your internal dialogue and self-belief dictate what you accomplish in life and the decisions involved in rebranding a business for growth or future sale. They dive into the current state of the economy in Australia, how to navigate it and build resilience as a leader.

    #227 Mel Gholami - Redefining Work-Life Balance

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 44:14


    Daniel catches up with Mel Gholami, Founder and CEO of Planix Projects, a multi-award-winning project management company known for its success in the government and non-profit sectors. From migrating to Australia at 16 in search of freedom and opportunity, Mel transformed adversity into ambition, building one of the country's most respected project management firms. Daniel and Mel speak about Mel's journey as an immigrant and the values that have driven her remarkable career. She shares unique insights on integrating work and life, creating a meaningful company culture, and harnessing your unique qualities to stand out as a leader.

    #226 Daniel Breese - Building Global Teams

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024 50:39


    Daniel catches up with Daniel Breese, Director of AS White Global, a company helping Aussie businesses build international teams, with over 1500 staff members under management across the Philippines, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand. Daniel and Dan discuss international staffing and the effects of COVID on the industry. They speak about flexible working arrangements and how business owners can get their teams back into the office, as well as how to successfully balance family & career.

    #225 Dominic Legg - Unlocking Continuous Improvement

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2024 57:25


      Daniel catches up with Dominic Legg, Founder & CEO of Motion by Design. Originally starting the animation studio 6 years ago with a focus on marketing content, Dom and his team now specialise in creating videos for change management and staff education, servicing large transnational corporations and government organisations. Daniel & Dom discuss how Motion by Design helps organisations drive change through mixed media, the entrepreneurial mindset for success, and the importance of building and uplifting a strong team for achieving business goals.

    #224 George Psyhogios - Cleaning Up, Scaling Big

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2024 45:54


    Daniel catches up with George Psyhogios, Founder & CEO of ProGekt Group, a commercial cleaning business that has generated over $50 million in revenue and employs 150 staff members. In addition to his success with ProGekt, George has recently founded Power Potential, a ground-breaking holistic wellness centre that combines traditional Mediterranean and Nordic practices with innovative techniques to support individual health and recovery. Daniel and George dive into his remarkable journey from immigrant cleaner to owner of a leading cleaning corporation in the country. They discuss the challenges of scaling a business, the key lessons George has learned along the way, and the transformative power of entrepreneurship—demonstrating how it can shape lives and unlock new potential.

    #223 Dr Leanne Elich - Creating The Life You Want

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 56:50


    Daniel catches up with Leanne Elich, CEO of Leanne Elich Consulting, a company that helps businesses ethically influence customer behavior by understanding the brain and human behavior. Leanne is a decorated Sales Psychology Strategist, Neuroscientist, Leadership Advisor, Author, and Speaker. In 2023, she was named one of the Top 20 Women in Business, and in 2024, she was honored as a Master Neuroplastician by the Institute of Organizational Neuroscience. Together, Daniel and Leanne discuss how our brains can be influenced without us noticing, and Leanne shares insights from her exciting life and career.

    #222 Mark Connelly - The Power of Positive Framing

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 56:32


    Daniel catches up with Mark Connelly, Co-Founder of Populares, a communications company that leverages decades of experience in building change-making and political strategies to help governments and big corporations better understand their target audiences. Mark played a key role in shaping the strategy for several successful Teal campaigns in the 2022 Australian federal election and has been influential in the Australian climate movement. Daniel and Mark talk about how to identify and engage audiences based on their values and worldviews. They also dive into the upcoming US election, exploring the strategies both parties are using as the election approaches in just over two months, and more.

    #221 Jasmine Chilcott - A Healthy Gut is Better to be Trusted

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2024 57:39


    Daniel catches up with Jasmine Chilcott, Founder & CEO of FixBIOME, a leading gut health education and supplement company making a difference in the lives of thousands suffering from gut health issues. In this episode, Jasmine shares her inspiring journey from years of battling bloating and IBS while working as a professional model, to uncovering the root causes of her health issues—insights that ultimately paved the way for her to become a successful entrepreneur. Together, they dive deep into the science of gut health, discussing the impact of allergies, diet, and the critical role the gut plays in overall well-being.

    #220 George Hadjia - Invest Smarter, Scale Faster

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2024 52:50


    Daniel Catches up with George Hadjia, the founder & CIO at Bristlemoon Capital. At only 33 years old George has already managed to rise up the corporate ladder before venturing off to start his own hedge fund, managing the investment capital of high net worth individuals in Australia.  Daniel and George dive into the psychology of investing, discussing the key do's and don'ts of making critical investment decisions. They also touch on the importance of holding cash as a business owner, debate the merits of stocks versus other assets, and share insights on what it's like to live as an Australian in New York City.

    #219 Sue Blatchford - Mastering Pay-Per-Click Strategies

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2024 62:02


    Daniel Catches up with Sue Blatchford, the Founder of PayPerClick Digital Marketing Agency. Sue has run her agency for over 22 years, making her one of the nations leading experts in PPC advertising, winning multiple awards in the process. Daniel and Sue explore the evolution of digital marketing over the past two decades and discuss strategies business owners can use to gain a competitive edge. Sue also shares her insights on defining success and how to build a business that works for you, rather than the other way around.

    #218 Volodymyr Katanskyi - Resilience in Entrepreneurship

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2024 65:33


    Daniel catches up with Volodymyr Katanskyi, the Founder of Worklair and StartupCraft. Worklair is a tool for managing remote work, and StartupCraft is a leading agency specialising in custom software solutions with a focus on blockchain. Volodymyr's journey is incredibly inspiring; after being forced to flee his home country of Ukraine due to the war, he demonstrates the remarkable resilience and power of entrepreneurship. Daniel and Volodymyr speak about his incredible journey to Australia from Ukraine and his experience of the war. They discuss the attributes that make great entrepreneurs, the future of offices and remote work, as well the importance of making mistakes and failing forward as an entrepreneur.

    #217 Corbin Barry - Attracting Clients You Want to Serve

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2024 51:00


    Daniel catches up with Corbin Barry, Founder of Sage Space & Principal Dentist at Annandale Dental. Corbin is a remarkable entrepreneur who since identifying holes in the dental industry has been determined to improve it, turning a typically uncomfortable and tedious routine into a more positive and premium experience. Daniel and Corbin discuss how they each set out to revolutionise their respective industries. They delve into the importance of cultivating positive and genuine relationships with clients, tailoring services to ensure long-term loyalty, and Corbin's efforts to improve dental hygiene culture and education across Australia.

    #216 Hitesh Dhawan - Focus, Lead, Succeed

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2024 52:09


    Daniel catches up with Hitesh Dhawan, Founder & CEO of digital solutions company, Neuronimbus. Founded by Hitesh over 20 years ago, Neuronimbus has grown into a team of over 200 technology experts who develop products for major global businesses such as Revlon & Bose. On this episode, Daniel and Hitesh delve into the problem-solving challenges of being a business owner. They explore topics like AI, building an MVP, and strategies for successfully stepping away from daily operations to scale the business effectively.

    #215 Lisa Jones - Building E-Com Empires

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 57:01


    Daniel catches up with Lisa Jones, Founder and CEO of SHE-com. Lisa, an extremely passionate ecommerce expert, has created three multi-million-dollar brands and established a supportive community for female e-com founders through SHE-com. She is also a Smart 50 Community Hero Award winner, a published author, and a respected keynote speaker. In this episode, Daniel and Lisa discuss all things ecommerce, including some of the secrets to her remarkable success. They also explore the importance of community and the role of business owners within it.

    #214 Natasha Etschmann - Fast Tracking Financial Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 47:29


    Daniel catches up with Natasha Etschmann, Founder of Tash Invests and author of 'How To Not Work Forever'. Growing her @tashinvests social media community to over 120k, Tash is dedicated to educating young people on how to invest and make the most out of their money. Daniel and Natasha talk all things investing, debunking myths and clarifying why it's more approachable than many believe. They explore the topic of housing prices in Australia, with a more positive spin on the whole concept than we're all used to hearing, and discuss how anyone can achieve success with the opportunities available in this country.

    #213 Tim Cullen - Mastering Your Niche

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 56:20


    Daniel catches up for the second time with Tim Cullen, CEO of Tradie Spec, Australia's largest trade vehicle supplier and rent-to-own service ensuring all tradies have access to reliable, affordable and well-fitted vehicles to suit all their business needs. Daniel and Tim delve into the significance of specialisation and finding your niche. They also explore effective team management strategies, the current state of the economy, and the importance of maintaining humility as success grows, emphasising the value of staying true to the core principles that initially led to your success.  

    #212 Tony Kofkin - Personal Wealth Strategies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 54:30


    Daniel catches up with Tony Kofkin, Director of Kofkin Bond & Co. With over 50 years of industry experience, they are one of Australia's leading financial planning organisations for individuals, families, businesses, not-for-profits and charitable foundations, and highly regarded in private wealth management and corporate advisory.  Daniel and Tony discuss ways business owners can save money on their taxes, they explore the current state of the Australian economy and what to expect in the months to come. Tony further shares valuable insights on personal wealth preservation, trust funds & inheritance. 

    #211 Dain Walker - Your Personal Brand Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2024 65:36


    Daniel catches up with Dain Walker, Founder of Rivyl & author of ‘The 90 Day Brand Plan'. Dain is a globally recognised expert in branding, who has worked with some of the world's largest brands and has amassed over 700k followers on social channels through educating others in the space. Daniel and Dain discuss the significance of effective branding for both you AND your business, unpacking Dain's unique philosophy on social media and strategies for creating influential content. They also touch on Dain's challenging upbringing and how it has shaped the person he is today.

    #210 Sasha Shevelev - 20 Years of Website Development

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 45:09


    Daniel catches up with Sasha Shevelev, the Co-Founder and CEO of Webcoda, a website development agency established over 20 years ago, now boasting an impressive client list, including Sony, UNSW, and the Federal Government. Daniel and Sasha dive into the surprising journeys that lead people to entrepreneurship. They uncover the challenges of career advancement within teams, from pay raise requests to demands for extra perks. Sasha, drawing on two decades of experience, further shares essential insights on the power of transparency about a company's performance.

    #209 Carolina Montanez - Keys to a Successful Business Partnership

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 48:57


    Daniel catches up with Carolina Montanez, Co-Founder of Plane 2 Sea International, a freight forwarding company established by her and three former coworkers after their previous employer closed down. Operating for 13 succcessful years, Plane 2 Sea was recently awarded the 2022 Australian Women's Small Business Award for Transport & Logistics. Daniel and Carolina explore the keys to maintaining a successful business partnership with your friends. They delve into the importance of adopting a company-first mindset to foster honesty and teamwork, and discuss why being transparent and maintaining robust client communication are superpowers in the business world.

    #208 Alexandra Murray - Forbes 30 Under 30 at 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 54:24


    Daniel catches up with Alexandra (Lexie) Murray, Founder of Be Seen Socials. Be Seen is a one-stop social media agency with a Gen Z approach, focusing on the management of social presence, influencer communications, and content creation. Lexie started her now booming business during Covid at the age of only 21, off the back of her international influencer career.  Daniel and Lexie discuss the importance of TikTok and keeping up with the constantly evolving world of social media. They also explore what makes being a business owner so difficult and the toll it can take, as well as Lexie's recent inclusion in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and how she manifested it into reality. 

    #207 Robert Krastich - Pursuit of Excellence

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 60:07


    Daniel catches up with Robert Krastich, Founder of Sharper Facility Services - A cleaning company that services over 180 premises across the Eastern Seaboard. Born to hard working immigrant parents from Croatia, Robert's self-made entrepreneurial journey is one of hard work, self-belief and determination.  In this episode Daniel and Robert discuss how to find your personal strategic advantage in business, the cruciality of credibility and how to land that significant first client. They also explore how to maintain a work-life balance as well as the importance of being there for your family whilst following your dreams.

    #206 Quan Payne - Creating a Brand Customers Love

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2024 57:06


    Daniel catches up with Quan Payne, Founder & Creative Director of Studio Payne. Starting the creative agency in 2019, Quan has worked with celebrities such as LeBron James & Kendall Jenner and created campaigns for some of the world's biggest brands including Google, Nike & Clavin Klein. On this episode, Daniel and Quan delve into his impressive resume and explore the lessons we can learn from industry greats about branding and marketing. They also discuss strategies for creating an appealing brand and ensuring that your brand image aligns with your company's future vision.

    #205 Dan Copsey - Business as a Force for Good

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 52:11


    Daniel catches up with Dan Copsey, CEO of Agency Stack, a whitelabel digital marketing agency that he and his best friend have scaled to over 100 staff globally. Together they also run multiple NGO's that work to provide aid to all corners of the globe including a free healthcare centre in Pakistan as well as a pub in Victoria as a passion project. Daniel & Dan discuss managing failure and how to know when it's time to move. They also explore the keys to being a successful manager and how the greatest gift of running a successful business, is having the ability to give back and make a positive difference in the world.

    #204 Serene Lim - Conquering TikTok

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 53:11


    Daniel catches up with Serene Lim, Founder of Cup 49, a TikTok viral brand offering DIY Bubble Tea Kits that Serene started in a bid to reduce single use waste in the industry. Serene is a master of short form content marketing and has since gone on to create another multi-million dollar retail company Gellae, all in less than 4 years. On this episode, Daniel and Serene speak about the keys to success on TikTok and short form marketing and how to create an effective content marketing system. They also discuss how Serene turned her customers into superfans, building a strong community by including them in product research and more.

    #203 Mark Van Rijmenam - The AI Business Revolution

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 54:32


    Daniel catches up with Mark Van Rijmenam, CEO of The Digital Speaker & Futurwise. Mark is an accomplished author and speaker in the emerging technologies space and has worked as an advisor to multiple Fortune 500 companies around the world.  Daniel and Mark talk all things AI, how corporations are adopting the technology and ways for SMEs to leverage these changes. They also predict what the world is going to look like in 10 years, and how misinformation and a lack of trust in journalism is impacting our world today. 

    #202 Richard Theodorakis - 0 to 100 Staff in 4 Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 54:23


    Daniel catches up with Richard Theodorakis, CEO of Pride Security Group. Starting as a one man band less than 4 years ago, Rick has since grown the security firm to over 100 staff across the country, generating more than $10 Million in revenue annually.  On this episode, Daniel and Richard discuss the recent attacks at Bondi Junction, exploring appropriate responses for security firms and their personnel in such crises. They dive into Richard's entrepreneurial path and discuss the commitment, work ethic, and mindset essential for business success.

    #201 Dr Josh Wall - The Business of Beauty

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 54:39


    Daniel catches up with Dr Josh Wall, Co-Founder & Medical Director of Contour Clinics. Starting as a one-man band just 5 years ago, Josh's team has now grown to over 100 employees who collectively treat 6000 patients every month, turning over $40Million+ annually. Daniel and Josh discuss the concepts of beauty, vanity and confidence as well as the lessons Josh has learned over the past 5 years of rapid growth. They explore different methods and strategies to manage a team of over 100 staff and why it is important to own your destiny, regardless of whether you're winning or losing.

    #200 Mark Bouris - Australia's Mentor

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 54:55


    For the 200th Episode of Catching Up With CUB, Daniel catches up with his friend, mentor and Australian business icon, Mark Bouris. Mark is one of the most renowned businessmen in Australia, most remembered for founding Wizard Home Loans in 1996 before exiting the business and selling it for $500 Million in 2004. Today he is the chairman of Yellow Brick Road and host of The Mentor podcast. On this episode, Daniel & Mark discuss Mark's daily habits and tactics for managing stress and time as the founder and CEO/Chairman of multiple businesses. They explore the common traits shared amongst successful entrepreneurs and talk about their podcasts and how they have both evolved over 600 episodes between them.   After 4 years, it is with great pride to share our 200th episode with all of you. Thank you for listening and supporting us over the last few years!

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