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Task Me AnythingEpisode 10 Recruiting with Heart & Tech: Katie Cotton on Building the Future of Real EstateIn this energising episode, we sit down with Katie Cotton, a powerhouse in real estate recruitment and tech innovation. From her early days in roles ranging from Tupperware sales to law enforcement, Katie shares her unique path into real estate and how it led to founding Recruit RE — a purpose-built platform reshaping how agencies hire and grow their teams.Katie opens up about her leadership journey, her passion for people, and the creation of tools that empower both agents and businesses. With a refreshing take on VAs, tech development, and what makes a great real estate hire, th...
2025-09-1718 minTask Me AnythingEpisode 10 Building a Recruitment Powerhouse with Jack TysonIn this high-energy, fast-paced episode, we’re joined by Jack Tyson — a car-loving, wave-chasing, business-scaling machine who's shaking up the Sydney real estate recruitment scene. As the founder of Venture X Talent Group, Jack shares his sharp insights into building a future-forward recruitment agency that's scaling fast, thanks to a laser focus on people, process, and vision.Jack dives into the real side of recruitment—beyond resumes and placements—highlighting the emotional intelligence needed to juggle candidates, clients, and expectations. He talks about the crucial role virtual assistants (VAs) play in operational scaling, the truth behind r...
2025-09-0114 minTask Me AnythingEpisode 9: From Showgrounds to Sold Signs: Alexander Shean’s Real Estate JourneyOn this episode of Task Me Anything, we’re joined by Alexander Shean, co-owner of Ray White Ascot and a standout figure in Brisbane real estate. From his early days working the traveling show circuit with his family to leading a high-performing real estate office, Alexander’s journey is anything but typical—and that’s exactly what makes it inspiring.Alexander opens up about the people skills he developed as a sideshow spruiker, how he transitioned into real estate, and the lessons he’s learned since stepping into business ownership. He also shares how virtual assistants...
2025-08-0723 min
The Lake RadioSummer Solstice - BreathCelebrating the summer solstice, Aria Leth Schütze and Laura Cecilie Krogtoft invite you on a sonic journey. As the sun lingers, an eclectic mix of experimental sounds unfolds — moving through time, feeling, and texture, with breath anchoring the motion. Tune in!
Tracklist:
Aho Ssan, Nyokabi Kariuki - Fermeture
Venus Ex Machina - Avril
Toxe - Portal
Grand River, Abul Mogard - Dissolvi
HTRK - Love Triangle
CORIN - lux aeterna
Ryong - Door to my heart
Yves Tumor - Echolalia
Shabaka, Saul Williams - Managing My Breath, What Fear Had Become
Klein - Claim It
Actress - Reverend
Meredith Mon...
2025-06-211h 08Task Me AnythingEpisode 8: From Planner to People Powerhouse: How Candace Jarrett Built Her Recruitment Empire🎧 Episode Synopsis:In this inspiring 16-minute episode, we meet Candace Jarrett, founder of niche recruitment firm Niche People, who shares her unconventional journey from town planning to building a thriving recruitment business—all while juggling life as a mother of three. With practical insights into entrepreneurship, the power of outsourcing, and the underestimated value of town planning, Candace gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how she scaled her business with the help of a virtual assistant and leaned into her network to become a leader in her field.📌 Episode Breakdown:00...
2025-06-1815 minTask Me AnythingEpisode 7: Ryan Murphy & the Power of Two: Scaling Real Estate with VAs🎧 Episode Synopsis:In this high-energy and humor-filled episode of Task Me Anything, host Adam Duffus chats with Ryan Murphy—a rising real estate star from Logan—and his dynamic virtual assistant duo, Wendy and Alan, joining from the Philippines. Ryan pulls back the curtain on how leveraging not one, but two highly skilled VAs has elevated his business operations, allowing him to stay laser-focused on what he does best: selling homes and connecting with clients.Listeners will get a behind-the-scenes look at how VAs streamline prospecting, admin, and client communication, as well as gain in...
2025-05-2811 minTask Me AnythingEpisode 6: From Reception to Real Estate Elite — Steph Marshall’s Journey with VA PowerIn this inspiring episode of Task Me Anything, Adam Duffus welcomes real estate standout Steph Marshall from Harcourts Property Centre. Ranked in the top 1% of Harcourts agents internationally, Steph shares her journey from humble beginnings to building a powerhouse business supported by a dynamic virtual assistant team. Steph opens up about her personal challenges, her strategies for growth, and how smart delegation — particularly through VA support — has transformed her business and life. This conversation is packed with honest insights about real estate, resilience, and the power of playing to your strengths.Episode Breakdown:...
2025-05-1412 minTask Me AnythingEpisode 5: Scaling Craftsmanship with Virtual Support — Featuring Jim Hilston of Hilston Wood FloorsIn this episode of Task Me Anything, host Adam Duffus sits down with Jim Hilston, Director of Hilston Wood Floors, one of Brisbane’s most respected names in custom timber flooring. Jim shares his fascinating journey from working with horses and playing polo in the UK to building a premium flooring business back home in Australia. More importantly, he opens up about the critical role virtual assistants now play in keeping his business running smoothly. Jim highlights how partnering with VA For You helped him overcome the staffing challenges typical of small trades businesses, enabling him to focus on gr...
2025-04-3015 minTask Me AnythingEpisode 4: How VAs Are Transforming Property Management with RE/MAX ResultsIn this value-packed episode of Task Me Anything, host Adam Duffus, Managing Director of VA For You, sits down with Emma Goodfellow, Director of Property Management at RE/MAX Results Bayside, and Eran Chamil, Country Manager for VA For You in Sri Lanka. Together, they dive into how virtual assistants (VAs) have revolutionized the way property management operates — helping scale operations, strengthen team culture, and deliver better service.From funny tenant stories to culture shocks, the episode keeps things light while delivering real-world insights into how integrating VAs has allowed RE/MA...
2025-04-1611 minTask Me AnythingEpisode 3: How VAs Helped Scale a $Million Real Estate Business with Hayley Van de VenIn this powerhouse episode of Task Me Anything, host Adam Duffus is joined by the unstoppable Hayley Van de Ven, founder of the Limitless Group under RE/MAX Results. With over 4,000 property sales and two decades of experience, Hayley shares how she scaled her real estate empire — while saving $1 million in wages and doubling her revenue — by strategically implementing virtual assistants (VAs).Hayley gets candid about the failures of her first VA attempt, what made her try again, and how the second time around became a total game changer. This...
2025-04-0216 minTask Me AnythingEpisode 2: Unlocking Business Growth with VAs: A Deep Dive with Sam DevlinEpisode SynopsisIn this episode of Task Me Anything, host Adam Duffus welcomes Sam Devlin, Managing Director and Principal of Harcourts Property Centre. With over 18 years of experience in real estate, Sam shares his journey, insights on business growth, and how Virtual Assistants (VAs) have revolutionized his operations. From maintaining clean data to streamlining contracts and accounts, Sam discusses the impact of VAs on efficiency, employee happiness, and business scalability. Plus, hear his take on the best (and worst) real estate advice, the value of lead generation, and whether he'd rather face a horse-sized duck...
2025-03-1919 minTask Me AnythingEPISODE 1 - How a VA Supercharged This Real Estate Agent’s Success👤 Host: Adam Duffus, Managing Director of VA for You🎤 Guests: Anna Kate (Harcourts Property Center), Jerome (VA for You)🎧 Episode Summary:In this debut episode, host Adam Duffus sits down with real estate powerhouse Anna Kate, who made waves in 2024 by generating over $700,000 GCI in her first year as an agent. Joining them is Jerome, Anna’s trusted Virtual Assistant (VA), who plays a key role behind the scenes.Anna shares why she hired a VA from day one, how it...
2025-03-0220 min
A Clan A Day PodcastClan SutherlandWelcome back to "A Clan A Day Podcast," brought to you by bagtownclans.com. I’m your host, Colin MacDonald. Today, we turn our gaze to the far north of Scotland, where the rugged and resilient Clan Sutherland has held sway for centuries. From their ancestral seat at Dunrobin Castle, the Sutherlands have been a formidable force in the Highlands, navigating a complex history marked by feuds, alliances, and royal service.The origins of Clan Sutherland are deeply intertwined with the history of the region itself. The clan takes its name from the district of Sutherland, a na...
2024-08-2606 min