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ROAR Knowledge Podcast - Fearless Training#126 - BEN EFSTATHIS - Marketing Tips For Business GrowthBEN EFSTATHIS - Fearless Training ROAR Knowledge Podcast Episode #126 šļøšŗš¦
Ben is a seasoned marketer with over 8 years of experience with a passion for driving business growth and creating impactful brand experiences. Currently, heading up the Marketing Department at Euka Future Learning, where he leverages his expertise to develop innovative marketing strategies and foster lasting connections with customers.
In addition to his work at Euka Future Learning, Ben is also the founder and owner of KOROKIKO, a marketing agency that offers comprehensive services in marketing, web design, and branding.Ben's entrepreneurial spirit has driven him to venture into multiple bu...2023-07-101h 31
The AscentEp. 15 | A Career of Reinvention: Zack Fischer on Tennis, Music Artist Management, Wall Street Sales, and Food Industry ManagementJoin me today, as I speak to Zack Fischer, a Project Manager for Flavour Makers as we discuss his incredibly diverse career pursuing professional tennis, working in the music industry, making it in the intense world of Wall Street sales, and finally finding stability in the food industry in Australia.
In our wide-ranging conversation, we discuss:
His diverse professional journey and how he turned his back problems into career opportunities.
The rigorous work-life balance of Wall Street and how it shaped his career and personal perspectives.
How he managed to navigate career transitions across multiple industries...2023-06-221h 40The AscentEp 14. | Empowering the Fearless: Alex Connor on Fitness, Adversity, and Building a Successful Personal Training BusinessIn today's episode, Ben invites Alex Connor, the founder of Fearless Training, to share his fascinating journey from dreaming of being a Formula One driver to running a successful personal training business. Tune in for a compelling story filled with insights on pursuing your passion, overcoming obstacles, and the importance of mentorship in one's career journey.
What we discussed:
Early Influences: Alex's childhood aspirations and how adversity sparked his interest in fitness
Academic Choices: The decision to study sports science and its impact on his career trajectory.
Navigating Life Abroad: Personal and professional...2023-06-121h 37The AscentEp 13. Part 2. | Shifting Gears: Operations Management & Climbing the Corporate Ladder with Fleet & Allocation Coordinator for ANZ at Tesla Renee ShawToday, join me as I talk with Renee Shaw, the Fleet and Allocation Coordinator at Tesla for ANZ.
Renee shares her eclectic career journey, starting from a fruit market job at age 12, working at Vodafone, and a significant shift into real estate before landing at Tesla. We discuss the complex realities of striving for success, including the promotion process and her personal struggle with burnout. We reflected on the role of ego and work ethic in her career offering valuable insights into navigating career changes, recognizing burnout, and understanding the dynamics of professional growth.2023-06-021h 59The AscentEp 13. Part 1. | Shifting Gears: Operations Management & Climbing the Corporate Ladder with Fleet & Allocation Coordinator for ANZ at Tesla Renee ShawToday, join me as I talk with Renee Shaw, the Fleet and Allocation Coordinator at Tesla for ANZ.
Renee shares her eclectic career journey, starting from a fruit market job at age 12, working at Vodafone, and a significant shift into real estate before landing at Tesla. We discuss the complex realities of striving for success, including the promotion process and her personal struggle with burnout. We reflected on the role of ego and work ethic in her career offering valuable insights into navigating career changes, recognizing burnout, and understanding the dynamics of professional growth.2023-06-021h 48The AscentEp 12. | Battling in the Web Design Arena with Accredited Shopify Expert Clayton BatesToday, join me as I speak to Clayton, a self-taught web designer and certified Shopify Expert who shares how he started his business, the lessons he learned, and his advice for others looking to get into web design. He emphasizes the importance of working on oneself, backing oneself, and being true to oneself. Clayton also shares some tips on how to deal with clients and how to compete in the arena of web design.
We discussed:
Clayton Bates' Early Career (02:43-05:25)
Starting a Web Design and Development Business (05:25-10:43)
Challenges and Lessons Learned...2023-05-251h 17The AscentEp 11. | Shaping Visions: Charles Sheng on Leaving Accounting to Pursue Videography, Childhood Lessons & Visualising GoalsToday, join me as I speak to my friend Charles Sheng, an Accountant turned Videographer as he discusses his unique journey.
We explored numerous subjects from:
Our early childhood & high school years
The realisation he hated accounting
Young adulthood and our learnings
Thoughts on raising kids
The skills of interviewing & communicating
Why he decided to pursue Videography
Goal setting, & visualising philosophies
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If you'd like to be on the podcast and talk about your career experience or have a question, please email me at: hello@koroki2023-05-152h 03The AscentEp 10. | Creative Crossroads: Ash Jackson on Band Life, Streetwear Success, and Capturing the World Through a LensToday, join me as I speak to my friend Ash Jackson, a professional photographer, previous musician, and entrepreneur.
We spoke about:
What it's really like to be part of a band, including the challenges and rewards of striving to make it as a live musician.
Transitioning into the streetwear game and figuring out to run an ecommerce brand.
Moving into professional photography & growing a passion into a full-time career
How to navigate the ābusiness sideā of being a creative professional
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ā ā ā Websiteā ā ā | ā ā ā Instagramā ā ā | ā ā ā Link...2023-04-192h 15The AscentEp 9. | Educating the Next Generation: A Candid Conversation on Primary School Teaching with Rory HitchcockToday, join me as I speak to my good friend & flatmate, Primary School Teacher Rory Hitchcock (or Baz).
We discussed:
What drove him to become a primary school teacher
If teaching was what he expected it to be
The realities of teaching young children, the human cost & toll as a profession
The rewarding aspects & challenges of the job
His involvement in surf lifesaving, rugby & numerous sporting clubs and how thatās helped himĀ
His experience & opinion on taking a gap yearĀ
Whether teachers are paid fairly, and the how paying teachers more could impa...2023-04-052h 05The AscentEp 8. | The Life Coach Lowdown: Understanding What Life Coaches are, What They Do, How They Work, and Everything In-between with Mia Cherry & Charlie OwenToday, join Ben as he talks with Life Coaches Mia Cherry & Charlie Owen, where they reveal the ins and outs of life coaching. Discover what sparked their passion for coaching, their strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome, and the distinction between therapy and coaching. We also discuss the potential pitfalls of unregulated coaching and the importance of industry oversight. Gain valuable insights on launching a career in life coaching, attracting an audience, and tailoring advice to specific clients. Finally, listen to Mia and Charlie share their experience of balancing work and personal life while working from home, emphasizing the power...2023-03-281h 39The AscentEp 7. | Fast-tracking Your Career: Monetising Your Purpose and Working in People & Culture with Layla GeorgiaToday, join Ben as he chats with Layla Everstets, Hismile's Business Manager and People & Culture expert. We discuss overcoming insecurities, developing career-shaping skills, Layla's approach to coaching and teaching talent, her fast-tracked career growth, trusting your gut, leading a team in your early twenties, and finding purpose and passion through life's challenges. Join us for an insightful conversation!
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Or email me at: hello@korokiko.com2023-03-232h 20The AscentEp 6. | Tackling Career Challenges: A Discussion on Elite Sports, Changing Careers, the Importance of Sales Skills, Resilience & Self-Development with Jayden CarrollToday, join Ben as he talks to Jayden Carroll, a former rugby player turned marketing professional, to discuss the challenges and rewards of elite sports and career development. Listen in as Jayden shares his experiences breaking into the world of rugby, handling rejection, and overcoming self-doubt. He also highlights the value of acquiring sales skills early on, developing resilience and a strong work ethic, and offers insights on how to effectively negotiate for a pay raise. Don't miss this inspirational conversation.
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Or email me a...2023-03-162h 36The AscentEp 5. | From Artistic Passions to Business Realities: Designing a Work Lifestyle with Maddie TurneyToday, join Ben as he talks to Maddie Turney who discusses her career journey, starting with her pursuit of creative interests in art, graphic design, and fashion before eventually finding success in the business world. She shares how she kickstarted her career at Grace Loves Lace and her motivation to move to an agency to gain more experience. Maddie also talks about starting her own business and embracing the digital nomad lifestyle. She shares how she has dealt with perfectionism and how her love for organization and planning led her to start an event company.
2023-03-132h 04The AscentEp 4. | Moving Through Marketing: Navigating Your Career in the Marketing Industry with Callum WastellToday, join Ben as he chats with Callum Wastell, a skilled Digital Marketer who's worked for heavy hitter names such as LKI (LSKD), AIM'N & Kollosche. Callum shares how he transitioned into a Marketing agency to expand his skillset, discusses working through the COVID-19 pandemic and managing agency life, and provides tips on how to ace interviews and avoid common mistakes. We also explore Callum's experience facilitating team growth and the challenges of leadership. If you're a Marketer or want to get started in the industry, this ones for you.
You can connect with me...2023-03-082h 28The AscentEp 3. | From Tobacco to Fitness, a Journey Through the Many Professions of Krystal ParsonsToday, join Ben as he chats with Krystal Parsons. A personal trainer who runs her own business Athena Physiques as she shares her varied career, starting with aspirations to be a police officer, and working in industries such as telecommunications, tobacco, banking, and finally, health & fitness. Krystal shares her career 180 when she experienced a stroke at the age of 23 and what lead her to a path as an entrepreneur speaking on everything from building relationships with clients, the stigma around personal trainers, imposter syndrome, chasing a lifestyle, and working multiple jobs.
Podcast we spoke about:
...2023-03-021h 30The AscentEp 2. | The Road Less Travelled: Insights in Finding Your Path Through Diverse Experiences & Pursuing your Interests with Jake LawsonToday, join Ben as he chats with Jake Lawson, as he shares his unique career journey, from starting out with aspirations to become a physio, to building and managing multiple successful businesses and finally working as a Senior Growth Manager & Creative Director. Jake discusses the four stages of learning, the challenges of managing a team, and the importance of pursuing your interests and passions to achieve success in your career. Whether you're just starting out or looking to make a career change, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration for anyone looking at how to just jump in and...2023-02-242h 40The AscentEp 1. | The Drive for Excellence: From Sports to Acting with Peter ThurnwaldToday, join Ben catching up with one of his childhood friends, actor Peter Thurnwald as they take a walk down memory lane, sharing his journey from childhood dreams to his current career. We reminisce about Peter's early choices and discuss how his career path has shifted change from science and sports to acting. Peter discusses the role his upbringing played in his career and how he dealt with the difficulty of choosing a path outside the norm. This episode gives insight into the influence of nurture over nature and the many paths life can take.
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