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. --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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 changing How to test new income streams without risking everything Practical steps for smart pivoting Managing the emotional side of business changes Real examples of successful pivots Plus: Special Disney wisdom from Moana 2 that perfectly captures the spirit of finding your own path --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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: 21 Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.thewomeninbusiness.com.au/episodes/38 --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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. --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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: 6 Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.thewomeninbusiness.com.au/episodes/36 --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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: 17 Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.thewomeninbusiness.com.au/episodes/34 --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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: 17 Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.thewomeninbusiness.com.au/episodes/34 --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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: 9 Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.thewomeninbusiness.com.au/episodes/33 --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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: 22 Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/32 --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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: 12 Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/31 --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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: 14 Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/30 --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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: 27 Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/29 --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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: 16 Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/28 --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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: 23 Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/27 --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…

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: 8 Links to everything we mention can be found on our website: https://www.faroundandfindoutpodcast.com.au/episodes/26 --- 🌈 Our Melbourne conference is happening May 2025! Details here . 🌈 --- Follow us on Instagram Be a guest on the podcast!…