F*ck Around and Find Out: The Women in Business Podcast

Join us for an insightful conversation with HR expert Amy Christophersen from Grounded HR, alongside guest host Jane from The Jane Edit. Amy shares her fresh perspective on human resources for small businesses, discussing everything from managing husband-wife teams to creating healthy workplace cultures. Learn why HR isn't just for big corporations and how proper people management can transform your business - and maybe even save your marriage! ---

In the first episode of  the freshly rebranded Collective Conversations (formerly FAFO), Jane Ekholm returns to discuss neurodivergence in business, mindset, and the importance of understanding personal work rhythms. From tackling perfectionism to creating boundaries that provide clarity rather than walls, Jane shares insights from her 20 years of business experience. The conversation explores how different brains work, the evolution of workplace flexibility, and the power of accepting your unique approach to productivity.Business/Professional References:The Jane Edit (Jane Ekholm's business)G Studios (podcast recording location in Central Coast)Concepts/Terms Explained:Neurodivergent vs. NeurotypicalADHD/ADDTime boxingGrowth mindsetBoundaries as clarity rather than wallsNotable Quote: "Boundaries are not walls, they're clarity."Upcoming Event Mentioned:The Women in Business Conference: Melbourne (May 2025) ---

An important announcement episode where the podcast team shares news about Rah stepping back from her co-hosting role and reveals the show's upcoming rebrand to "Collective Conversations: The Women in Business Podcast." The episode captures the bittersweet transition while celebrating the growth of what started as an experiment into a thriving business community with conferences and events.---

Meet Rebecca Lambert, founder of the Freelance Jungle and portfolio career pioneer, as she unpacks the art of building a multi-faceted career. From disrupting old systems to creating inclusive communities, Beck shares her insights on how to thrive beyond the traditional "one job for life" model. Learn about time boxing, value-driven decision making, and why having multiple professional pursuits isn't just about income streams – it's about fulfilment, purpose, and creating meaningful change.Number of fucks given in this episode: 5Mentioned in this episode:The Freelance JungleGirls on Fire AustraliaA Good Death (with Jessica Hawkins)Unashamedly CreativeThe Freelancer Times (satirical publication) ---

Meet Sophie, the 20-year-old founder of Sophie's Slime Factory, who turned her childhood love of slime into a thriving business empire. Starting at age 12 with homemade recipes, she now runs a gorgeous creative space in Castle Hill with a team of 15. Listen in as Sophie shares her journey from kitchen experiments to professional slime queen , including the science behind the perfect recipe, growing pains of expansion, and how her family's support made it all possible.---

Ready to rethink how you make money in your business? Join Chris, Em, and Rah as they unpack the concept of pivoting - not just as a response to crisis, but as a strategic approach to building sustainable income streams. Inspired by Milly Tamati's "Independent Income Ladder" concept, the trio shares honest insights about diversifying revenue, testing new ideas, and giving yourself permission to explore different paths.From practical tips about managing the financial side of change to real talk about the emotional journey of pivoting, this episode offers valuable perspectives for anyone considering a business direction change. Whether you're stuck at a revenue plateau, losing love for your current work, or just curious about creating multiple income streams, this conversation will help you think differently about your business future.Key takeaways:Why traditional business "security" is changingHow to test new income streams without risking everythingPractical steps for smart pivotingManaging the emotional side of business changesReal examples of successful pivotsPlus: Special Disney wisdom from Moana 2 that perfectly captures the spirit of finding your own path ---

Ever wondered what happens when you stop limiting your business dreams? Meet Mo and Pat from Greer Films, who transformed their business from a home-based side hustle into a thriving studio space in regional NSW. In today's episode, they share their journey from Pat getting fired (best thing that ever happened) to building a professional studio. Plus, they open up about juggling three kids, multiple businesses, and why sometimes you need to stop calling yourself a 'family business' to break through your own glass ceiling. Whether you're dreaming of expanding your business or just love a good 'universe made it happen' story, this episode is packed with real talk about taking risks, backing yourself, and creating the space (literally) for your business to grow. Number of fucks given in this episode: 21Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/38  ---

Sometimes the hardest part of running a business is knowing when to walk away from clients. In this episode, we open up about our experiences of breaking up with clients for a bunch from reasons, like escaping challenging clients or re-focusing your business priorities.We dive into the factors to help make the decision, how to handle the exit professionally, and why documenting everything is your best friend. Plus, we share practical strategies for breaking up with clients without burning bridges.Whether you're currently thinking about breaking up with a client, or want to be prepared for future situations, this episode is all about protecting yourself and your business. Because sometimes breaking up with a client is the best business decision you can make.---

Meet Larissa Wright, a woman who manages to juggle four kids, multiple businesses, and still finds time to be everyone's biggest cheerleader in the business community. (And she recently won an award to prove it!)Larissa opens up about how she manages it all without losing her shit. She shares honest truths about learning to say no, dealing with difficult relationships, and why sometimes you need to put yourself first.If you've ever wondered how to build genuine connections in business (without the networking ick), or how to balance community work with actually running your business, this episode is packed with wisdom from someone who's mastered the art of bringing people together.Number of fucks given in this episode: 6Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/36 ---

Content warning: Death of a husband, grief.Meet Cassandra Barrie - business therapist, empire builder, and the most refreshingly honest guest we've had yet.When life threw Cass the unthinkable - losing her husband while 30 weeks pregnant and managing four businesses through grief - she didn't just survive, she transformed her experience into a revolutionary approach to business therapy.In today's episode, Cass shares the raw truth about building multiple successful businesses while dealing with personal crisis. From a motorcycle accident and painkiller addiction to launching a business empire, she proves that success doesn't require perfection - it requires authenticity.We dive deep into why asking for help isn't weakness, how to run a business through trauma, and why being yourself matters more than following someone else's blueprint. This conversation will change how you think about business therapy.This episode is packed with wisdom, laughs, and zero bullshit advice from someone who's turned life's biggest challenges into her biggest strengths.Number of fucks given in this episode: 17Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/34---

There's no denying it - shit goes wrong in business. Whether it's getting locked out of your socials, losing clients, or having your whole world turned upside down (hello, pandemic), every business owner faces moments when everything goes to shit.In this episode, we're breaking down what to do when disaster strikes. No sugar-coating, just practical strategies to help you prepare for, handle, and recover from business catastrophes. From building emergency funds to creating backup plans that actually work, we're sharing what we've done to recover (after a good tantrum of course, because we're human).Plus, we dive into why having a 'when things go wrong' playbook isn't pessimistic - it's smart business. Whether you're flying solo or managing a team, this episode will help you feel more prepared for whatever chaos comes your way. Number of fucks given in this episode: 17Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/34 ---

Holy shit, today's guest is a fucking powerhouse! Meet Adrienne Donnelly, the reluctant 'ultimate entrepreneur' (yeah, we gave her that title and we're sticking to it).This badass runs multiple businesses like a boss, including Organised by Adrienne and Newcastle Virtual Assistants (which she runs with Jane Elkholm, one of our epic guest from 2024). And because apparently sleep is optional, she's also smashing it on various boards and business networks.Adrienne talks about the reality of the entrepreneurial rollercoaster - from pricing (and why you need to charge more), to firing clients who don't serve you, to the nitty-gritty truth about running multiple businesses without losing your mind.Since we recorded this episode, Adrienne's gone and added another business to her empire - Seed Virtual Assistants. Because apparently being a total legend wasn't enough already!If you're wondering if it's possible to run multiple businesses without cloning yourself, this episode is for you. Number of fucks given in this episode: 9Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/33 Text us about this episode.---

Holy shit, we're getting ORGANISED! Today we're diving into the mind-blowing concept of setting 100 smaller goals for your business (yes, you read that right - one hundred fucking goals!).Between Dotty the cat's attempts to steal the show and our usual shenanigans, we're breaking down how to turn those overwhelming ""holy fuck, how will I ever do this"" business dreams into bite-sized, achievable goals.We're sharing the real shit about our own goal-setting adventures - from fancy café planning dates (because who doesn't love plotting world domination over coffee?) to our love affair with journals and planners. Plus, we're sharing our favourite tools, podcasts, and books that actually help get shit done.And because we know you can't crush those goals if you're running on empty, we're talking about why self-care isn't just some woo-woo bullshit but actually crucial for your success.Number of fucks given in this episode: 22Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/32Text us about this episode.---

Today we're doing something new and having a dude into our podcast - but trust us, David Rosenthal from Retinue Accounting is not a boring accountant. We're diving into the money chat that usually makes entrepreneurs want to hide under their desk, but David somehow takes the ick out of talking about cash flow and balance sheets. We have plenty of "holy shit, I didn't know that" moments and real talk about not letting your business finances turn into a total dumpster fire. David brings the knowledge without the put-you-to-sleep accounting mumbo jumbo, and we're here for every minute of it.Sidenote: Soz about Rah's sound, the microphone at the studio is stuffed. Fingers crossed it's fixed soon.Number of fucks given in this episode: 12Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/31Text us about this episode.---

Today we're diving deep into why winging it in business is a recipe for disaster (we've been there and it sucks) and how our planning days and goal-setting sessions have saved our asses and actually helped us achieve some pretty epic shit. Get ready for real talk about what actually works - from figuring out what resources you've got, to building habits that don't make you want to cry, and preparing for the inevitable "oh f*ck" moments. We break down why checking in every 90 days is crucial, and how to avoid the classic traps like burning out, losing your mojo, or letting your goals collect dust in a drawer. Plus, we're hooking you up with our 2025 Business Planning Workbook that'll help you get your shit together without sacrificing your entire life to your business.Number of fucks given in this episode: 14Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/30 Text us about this episode.---

Today we're joined by the absolute legend Sarah Sydir, who turned being "unemployable" into a massive f*ck you to the system by building not one, but TWO successful businesses supporting people with disabilities to become their own boss. Sarah keeps it real about juggling work and life, why traditional employment can get in the bin, and her kick-ass vision for creating workspaces that actually work for people with disabilities. Sarah's energy is infectious as hell and we're pretty sure you're going to be as obsessed with her as we are!Number of fucks given in this episode: 27Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/29 Text us about this episode.---

It's the first episode of 2025! Today we're talking about our business goals - including how we're actually going to achieve them without losing our minds. Spoiler alert: it involves saying "no" more, getting our shit together with planning, and accepting we can't do everything ourselves. We're especially pumped to chat about the events coming up with our newly-formed business, The Women in Business Collective. Plus, we each reveal our words for 2025 - both for our own businesses and for the Collective. HELL YEAH!Number of fucks given in this episode: 16Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/28 Text us about this episode.---

Today's episode is our 2024 wrap-up where we spill the tea on everything that went down this year. From launching this podcast (and somehow not swearing TOO much) to putting on our first conference and watching our businesses grow - we're covering all the wins, fails, and ""what the actual f*ck"" moments of the year. Thank you SO much for being part of our first season of the F*ck Around and Find Out podcast, can't wait for the amazing year that 2025 is going to be!Number of fucks given in this episode: 23Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/27 Text us about this episode.---

Today we're diving into the Microsoft world with Marianne Tansley from Thrive Admin Services. Marianne's basically a wizard at turning Microsoft 365 from that boring software you kinda know into a total business superpower. We're talking way beyond basic Word and Excel - she's gonna blow your mind with tools you didn't even know existed that can basically run half your business for you. Expect Chris geeking out, Em asking a million practical questions, and Rah trying to figure out how to make these tools do the work while she drinks coffee. Number of fucks given in this episode: 8Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/26Text us about this episode.---

Today you're joining us on a road trip while discussing the importance of finding and building your business tribe. We're chatting about why going solo doesn't mean going it alone. We break down how having a solid network is basically business oxygen. Forget that toxic competition bullshit - we're all about lifting each other up, sharing the real deal, and creating connections that actually matter. You'll hear how we've survived (and thrived) by having each other's backs, and why our The Women in Business Community is going to be the most badass support system you could imagine. Number of fucks given in this episode: 7Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/25 Text us about this episode.---

Today we're shooting the shit from Newcastle, 2 hours north of Sydney, and we've got Jane from The Jane Edit and Newcastle Virtual Assistants joining us. Jane gets real about her ADHD diagnosis and how she's not just surviving, but absolutely crushing it in business. We dive deep into the tools that keep her sane, the strategies that help her thrive, and all the messy, beautiful bits of managing a business when your brain works a little differently. Expect some serious real talk about mental health, some laughs about work chaos, and a whole lot of inspiration for anyone who's ever felt like their brain is running a marathon while everyone else is on a leisurely walk. Number of fucks given in this episode: 11Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/24 Text us about this episode.---

Today we're banging on about the whole customer journey thing - you know, from that first "hey girl!" to keeping them coming back for more. We dive into all the bits and pieces that make up solid customer relationships (including our own stuff-ups along the way). There's a heap of chat about automation (because who has time to manually send every damn email?), and we share some real talk about keeping both customers and team members happy without losing your mind. Em gets passionate about her color-coded systems, Rah drops some truth bombs about client communication, and Chris confesses to a particularly cringe-worthy early business moment involving a customer database and a bottle of wine. Fair warning: this episode may cause an urgent need to review your customer touchpoints.Number of fucks given in this episode: 7 Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today we're joined by graphic designer Elise from Elise Lola Designs. We dive deep into her journey and have a solid chat about the elephant in the room - Canva and its impact on professional design (spoiler alert: it's complicated!). Between fits of laughter and some classic FAFO tangents, Elise drops some gold about keeping your brand consistent and why sometimes you need to invest in the pros. There's plenty of real talk about what it's actually like running a design business, including the stuff that makes you want to bang your head against a wall. Fair warning: this episode contains strong opinions about font choices and Chris's questionable attempt at DIY logo design.Number of fucks given in this episode: 38 (New record!)Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/22 Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Get ready to nerd the fuck out about business systems! Today it's part 1 and we're diving deep into the shit that'll save your sanity - CRMs and automation tools that'll stop you from losing your mind over repetitive tasks.We're spilling all the tea about our love-hate relationships with tools like SuiteDash, ClickUp, and Asana (spoiler alert: they're actually pretty fucking awesome once you get your head around them). Plus, we're sharing the embarrassing stories of what our businesses looked like before we got our shit together with proper systems.If you're drowning in manual tasks and feeling like a hamster on a wheel, this episode is for you. We're breaking down how to automate the boring stuff so you can focus on the parts of your business that actually light you up (and make you money).Fair warning: We get pretty excited about this stuff, so prepare for some serious system-loving enthusiasm and maybe a few F-bombs along the way. Because let's face it - good systems are sexy as fuck!Part 2 will be in episode 23. Number of fucks given in this episode: 14Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/21 Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today we're diving into the wild world of kinesiology with the incredible Alice Bullivant, who's here to explain what the fuck it actually is (because let's be real, most of us have no clue).Alice takes us on her journey from being a total skeptic to becoming a badass holistic kinesiologist and mind-body medicine practitioner. She's spilling all the tea on how this shit works and why it's different from other health practices that might be cramping your style.But it's not all woo-woo chat - we get into the nitty-gritty of running a successful wellness business, including how to keep your own health in check when you're busy helping everyone else with theirs. Because let's face it, you can't pour from an empty cup (or wine glass, we don't judge).Whether you're curious about kinesiology or just want to hear how another woman built her empire in the wellness space, this episode is packed with real talk, laughs, and zero bullshit advice. Trust us, your mind and body will thank you for listening to this one!Number of fucks given in this episode: 16Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/20 Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Holy shit, let's talk about backup plans! Because when life decides to throw you a curveball (or ten), you better have your ass covered. In this episode, we're getting real about the times everything went sideways - from family members landing in hospital to that moment your internet dies right before a client call (fuckin' NBN!).We're spilling the tea on how we've managed to keep our businesses running when everything's going to hell, including the game-changing power of having ride-or-die people in your corner. Plus, we're sharing our no-bullshit guide to documenting your processes so someone can step in when you're down for the count.From shareholder agreements (sexy, we know) to backing up your shit properly, we're covering all the boring-but-essential stuff that'll save your bacon when disaster strikes. Think of it as your business insurance policy against life's 'what the fuck' moments.Get ready for some truth bombs about planning for the worst while hoping for the best. Because let's face it - shit happens, and you need to be ready when it does.Number of fucks given in this episode: 19Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/19Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today's guest is Merlyn Hernandez, the creative mind behind Dolce Trio Cakes.Merlyn talks to us about her journey from being a graphic designer in Venezuela to becoming a pastry chef and cake designer in Australia. We talk about her experiences from having a cake business for 10 years and running cake classes for five years. Amongst all that we talk about resilience, community over competition and succeeding despite perceived market saturation. We found Merlyn really inspiring, we hope you do too.Number of fucks given in this episode: 11Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/18 Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

This ep is like Oprah's favourite things, but it's our favourite bits of hardware that we use All The Time. We talk keyboards, mice and compare Chris and Em's beloved reMarkable 2 against Rah's iPad.Number of fucks given in this episode: 8Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/17Related episode: Episode 9: The one about our most-used apps Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

A pinch and a punch for our first podcast episode of October! Today we're joined by Leisa Mitchell from Mitchell + Co Hair on Sydney's Northern Beaches. We chat about Leisa's experiences of owning salons vs being employed in one (and which version is more stressful). Leisa is super-passionate about her local community and the work of the National Breast Cancer Foundation. Leisa shares her lessons from being in business and offers valuable advice for aspiring businesswomen.Number of fucks given in this episode: 9Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/16 Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today's episode is part 3 of our series about women's mental health for LipTember. And today we're talking about the importance of self-care (it's not just bubble baths). We share our own self-care strategies, including having boundaries, taking regular breaks, and delegating tasks. Of course, work/life balance gets a mention, especially how tricky it is to get any balance when we have our own businesses. We give shout outs to physical exercise, saying no, and the value of a good hairdressing appointment. Number of fucks given in this episode: 10Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/15  Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today we're talking to Ellie Hartley, founder of Virtuellie, a multi-award winning Australian virtual assistant agency. Ellie shares her journey of balancing work and family life after transitioning from the traditional 9-5. Big topics include the importance of community support, leveraging awards for business growth, and advice if you're new to starting your business. Ellie's super generous with her advice about the challenges and victories of running a business, networking strategies, and the power of personal connections.Number of fucks given in this episode: 6Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/14 Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today's episode is part 2 of our series about women's mental health for LipTember. Community is so so important, especially when it can get really isolating when running your own business. We talk about our experiences with networking, both online and IRL, and how fkn awesome it is when you find your tribe. We hope you enjoy listening.Number of fucks given in this episode: 19Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/13---Text us about this episode.Our inaugural conference is happening in Parramatta on 17 September 2024! --- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today we're joined by Rosie Shilo from Virtually Yours. Rosie's been running her virtual assistant empire for two fucking decades, and we talk about social media turning everything on its head and mental health in the digital hellscape. We also cover off finding your 'why' when you just want to shout 'why the fuck am I doing this?', and dealing with dickheads in the professional world. And Rosie's got some no-bullshit advice on learning from others and setting boundaries, and she shares her secrets to not just surviving, but thriving in business for the long haul.Number of fucks given in this episode: 13Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/12Text us about this episode.Our inaugural conference is happening in Parramatta on 17 September 2024! --- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

We're going deep in today's episode. We're talking about managing our mental health while running our businesses and managing life as mums to kids and furkids. We talk about the ways we try (emphasis on TRY) to manage mental health when we work remotely. September is LipTember, fundraising for women's mental health, and in all of our solo episodes this month are talking about different aspects of it. This convo was really cathartic for us; hope it helps you, too xNumber of fucks given in this episode: 35 (new PB)Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/11---Text us about this episode.Our inaugural conference is happening in Parramatta on 17 September 2024! --- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today's guest is Emma Wright, graphic designer and face of EM Designs.Look, we're just going to call this early: We LOVE Emma. We love what she shares in this episode about experience in brand marketing and strategy, as well as her thoughts on flexibility, collaboration, and understanding client needs in marketing. We move on to personal growth, the evolution of business practices, and the value of building connections. Emma also reflects on her entrepreneurial inspirations and the balance between professional and personal life. ChatGPT said that it's an engaging discussion highlighting the unique challenges and rewards of running a woman-led business. Who are we to disagree with the bots?Number of fucks given in this episode: 17Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/10---Text us about this episode.Our inaugural conference is happening in Parramatta on 17 September 2024! --- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Buckle up, team. We're sharing some of our favourite apps that we use the most in our businesses to help us get more shit done and make us look great. It includes social media schedugling, time tracking and fancy-ass autocorrect. We also come up with some ideas for webinars, would you guys be interested??Number of fucks givenin this episode: 21Mentioned in this episode:* Canva* Later.com* Adobe Creative Suite (for creative stuff AND documents)* Descript* Typinator (Mac only soz, but try Phase Express on Windows)* Text Expander* Clockify* Toggl Track* reMarkable 2 (not an app, but god we love it so much). ---Text us about this episode.Our inaugural conference is happening in Parramatta on 17 September 2024! --- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Content warning: In this episode we reference family violence. If you need to talk to someone, call 1800RESPECT.In today's episode, we're joined by Kristine Hewitt from the charity Adamus Nexus, aimed at supporting women who have experienced domestic, family, and sexual violence. Kristine shares the challenges and successes of running a charity, which is really similar to how we start our own businesses. It's a really powerful discussion with some laughs along the way (including how 3 of us learned to type on a typewriter the weight of a small car). We hope you enjoy listening.Number of fucks given in this episode: 23Mentioned in this episode:* Adamus Nexus* Hanx Writer, the Tom Hanks typewriter app.---Text us about this episode.Our inaugural conference is happening in Parramatta on 17 September 2024!--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today we're waxing lyrical about outsourcing, which we know can be a scary thing to consider doing in business. We talk through some of the benefits of outsourcing and ways of finding the right people to outsource to. There are a few diversions, including Chris and Rah explaining to Em the origins of the CSI theme song.Number of fucks given in this episode: 8Mentioned in this episode:Rosie Shilo, Virtually YoursVA Lead Network---Text us about this episode.Our inaugural conference is happening in Parramatta on 17 September 2024!--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today's guest is Melissa Higgins, from Salon Maya in Sydney's Northern Beaches. Mel opens up about her experience with a business partnership that didn't work out, and how she was able to branch out on her own. We talk about client relationships, imposter syndrome and the support of family.Number of fucks given in this episode: 6Follow Salon Maya on InstagramText us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today we're banging on about various aspects of managing people and teams. We have a cathartic rant about personal experiences with different management styles, but also talk about the brilliance of effective onboarding, the impact of toxic work cultures, and the crucial role of empathy and transparent communication in team management. We also cover off managing remote teams, and the necessity of creating a positive and empowering work environment.Number of fucks given in this episode: 18 (new PB)If you have a horror management story you'd like to have a cathartic rant about, email it to hello@faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au.Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today's guest is Sam Ebblewhite, somatic sexologist and intuitive healer. Sam talks generously about her work, including issues like vaginismus and the importance of open s*x education. She also talks about the challenges and rewards of her work as an escort, and we find some similarities in how she manages her escort work and how we manage our own businesses. We finish up with a light (hah!) convo about body image, societal expectations, and personal empowerment.Number of fucks given in this episode: 9Mentioned in this episode:Sam EbblewhiteText us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today we're talking about proper payment for services and understanding the true cost of running a business. We also cover the pitfalls of accepting low rates, the challenges of subcontracting and contracting, and the necessity of accurate financial planning including taxes and business expenses. Mentioned in this ep:Virtually YoursSeed VANumber of f*cks given in this episode: 7Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

Today we're joined by Mary Growth from the Growth Collective Hub. We talk about challenges starting our own businesses like handling uncertainty, imposter syndrome, and that hilarious thing called work/life balance. Mary also talks about her work in corporate wellness, and the importance of emotional health in the workplace. Number of f*cks given in this episode: 10Mentioned in this episode:Growth Collective HubAlison Shamir, Conquer Your ImposterText us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?

It's episode one and Chris, Em and Rah bang on about the motivations for starting this podcast (in short: Empowering women entrepreneurs,  maintaining integrity in business practices and calling out bullsh*t). Number of f*cks given in this episode: 8Text us about this episode.--- Find our more about F*ck Around and Find Out: Website | Instagram Find our more about Christine and Emily's Juniper Road: Website | Instagram Find our more about Rah: Website | Instagram Want to join us on the podcast?