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The Rising Professional Podcast74: Hidden Time Traps Stealing Your WeekIn this episode, we’re unpacking the common time traps that service-based business owners fall into — and how to spot them before they drain your energy and profit.If you're reaching the end of the week and wondering where the heck your time went, this episode is a must listen.@therisingprofessionalpodcast@carabrett.money@dealsinheals
2025-11-1621 minThe Rising Professional Podcast73: Designing 2026 Before It Starts: Lessons from Our Early Planning ProcessIn this episode, we’re taking you behind the scenes of how we planned out our 2026 business year, before the new year even starts. We talk through how early planning helps us set clear priorities, reduce stress, and make space for real rest at the end of the year.We also let you in behind the scenes of how we keep ourselves accountable to each other. @therisingprofessionalpodcast@dealsinheels@carabrett.money
2025-11-0222 minThe Rising Professional Podcast72: Your Guide To Setting Boundaries In BusinessBoundaries aren't just for personal relationships. They're for business too. Trouble is, many of us business owners fail to establish any kind of boundaries and as a result, we end up resentful and burnt out. We say Yes to way too much and this is where the wheels fall off.Today's episode is all about how to set boundaries in your business so that clients respect your time and know your limits. Because the truth is, you CAN say No and still open the...
2025-10-1929 minThe Rising Professional Podcast71: Starting A Business On A Shoestring BudgetHas money stopped you from your ultimate dream of starting your own business?Well, it doesn't have to, and today's episode explains ways you can get started without a big financial backing. It's time to ditch the excuses and get motivated to start up scrappy. We did it and so can you ... especially if you're going into service.Connect with us:@therisingprofessionalpodcastFollow Cara @carabrett.moneyFollow Wendy @dealsinheelsEnrol in Money Mastery 101 with CaraJoin a community of driven women just like you -WENDYRUSSELL Institute
2025-10-0631 minThe Rising Professional Podcast70: How To Sell When You Hate SellingNo one likes to be "sold to". So with that said, how do you go about selling your service when this narrative is playing in the background? Today's episode is all about the "anti-sell". How to sell without feeling salesy, pushy or as we like to say, Gross! If you're ready to brush up on your selling skills, this episode will teach you the mindset you must adopt if you want to boost business and sell your service like a pro.Connect with us:@therisingprofessionalpodcastFollow Cara @carabrett.moneyFollow Wendy
2025-09-2225 minThe Rising Professional Podcast69: Simple Ways To Use Video Marketing For Your Service BusinessNever before has Video Marketing been as easy, cost effective and timely to produce as it is now... so what's stopping you from hitting record?! Camera-shy peeps, listen up.As service-led business owners we have the power to leverage video marketing like never before and if you're not tapping into this readily available resource, you will be by the end of this episode... because being "front of mind" is your game changer as a small business owner.Today we're sharing the different ways you can use and...
2025-09-0825 minThe Rising Professional Podcast68: Behind The Scenes Of Moving Offices As A Service BusinessIn this episode of The Rising Professional Podcast, we're taking you behind the scenes of what’s been happening in Cara's world lately—including the big move into a new office space. Cara shares the real-life juggle of running a service-based business while navigating change, the challenges (and wins) that come with moving, and a few personal updates along the way.If you’ve ever wondered what really goes on behind the polished side of business, this one’s for you.Connect with us:...
2025-08-2537 minThe Rising Professional Podcast67: How To Make Your Service Business Feel Like A Luxury BrandEveryone loves a little luxury... so what if you could deliver exactly this in your business?Luxury isn't just about products. It's in the experience and how someone feels when they interact with your service offering. Today's episode is all about ways you can tap into a luxury service offering and apply it to your business.We're sharing the exact moves you can make to deliver a premium experience to your clients, even if your business doesn't operate in the luxury space. This is how you can up the anti...
2025-08-1033 minThe Rising Professional Podcast66: Signs You've Built A Frankenstein Business That Is Taking Over Your Life (and Your Love for Business)Could you be building a Frankenstein Business without even realising? That is - a business that has taken on a life of it's own, and perhaps grown too big that you as the owner feel completely out of control, exhausted and ready to throw in the towel just to feel some relief!Every business owner hits a point in their journey where the workload seems to move beyond our reasonable human capabilities, and the truth is, most of us secretly love it! We're wired to be busy. To hustle...
2025-07-2722 minThe Rising Professional Podcast65: Things We Would Do Differently If We Were Starting Over In BusinessHindsight is a wonderful thing. The "if only's" and "what if we did it this way from the start" thoughts that plague our minds as business owners. But in truth, would you REALLY do things differently? Today we're stepping back in time to revisit our younger business selves to ask the question that every business owner has pondered at some point. Knowing what we know now, what would we do differently?I'll bet you'll be surprised at what is revealed in this thought provoking episode!
2025-07-1329 minThe Rising Professional Podcast64: How These Multiple Income Streams Helped Us Boost RevenueHave you hit an income ceiling in your business? You've nailed your service offering and your client book is full to the brim BUT the thought of putting a cap on your earning potential hurts every part of your being as a business owner.The reality? There's only so many hours in the day ... and only so much of YOU to go around... but what if there was another way you could add extra income to your bottom line WITHOUT exchanging time you simply don't have? The question on...
2025-06-2923 min
Dev Game ClubDGC Ep 433: Cave Story (part one)Welcome to Dev Game Club, where this week we start a new game in our series on independent games with 2004's Cave Story. We briefly set the game in its time, talk a little about its developer, and then talk about the game proper. Dev Game Club looks at classic video games and plays through them over several episodes, providing commentary. Sections played: A couple of hours Issues covered: freeware vs democratized indie dev and publishing, Japanese independent development, an indie darling, likely antecedents, 2004 in review, the end of a cycle, standing out in...
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The Rising Professional Podcast63: Legal Know-How With Riz Amin of Foundd LegalWhen Riz Amin discovered a specific niche to help fellow business owners navigate the complex legal landscape, she stepped into action to create Foundd Legal - a platform that empowers Australian online businesses and creative professionals with easy-to-understand legal templates. In today's episode we chat with Riz about all things legal, and how she built the business from the ground up using her lawyer skillset to make a difference in a space where entrepreneurs and first-time business owners are often misguided or hold limited knowledge (and the resources to implement correct legal practices).
2025-06-1654 minThe Rising Professional Podcast62: The Power Of A Great Morning Routine: How We Set Ourselves Up For Daily SuccessWe often find the most successful business owners have one thing in common. A consistent morning routine that works for THEM. And today, we're sharing ours.Health, fitness, food and rituals we do on the daily to stay on top of our game and set the tone for a productive day ahead.The reality is, we're all juggling life as busy business women and if there's one thing we've found that helps keep us grounded, focussed and (relatively sane), it's having a solid morning routine.
2025-06-0230 min
A Table in the Corner124. Brett Nortjé - Rosemead Bakery, YzerfonteinA while back, when we lived in the Swartland town of Darling, one of our regular delights was the drive to Yzerfontein to collect bread. Against a pretty large proportion of 'the odds', Yzerfontein is home to one of the best bakeries in the Western Cape - Rosemead Bakery. Run by Brett Nortjé, Rosemead was an absolute legend of a place: chilled, friendly, all about locals and Brett can bake like hell. You'd always need to order bread ahead, and it would be waiting neatly wrapped on the 'collection' shelf. But then... you had to grab a couple of o...
2025-05-2735 min
The Rising Professional Podcast61: Cooking and Business With The Happy Chef : Mel AlafaciMel Alafaci is not your average chef. Rather, she's an international media personality, cooking expert, passionate teacher, and savvy businesswoman.Vibrantly known as "The Happy Chef", Mel is passionate about teaching the culinary art of cooking to millions worldwide through her books, online lessons, media appearances and more recently, an inflight cooking school partnership with American Airlines. Mel has featured in various Australian and international media showcasing her unique signature style food with those who share her passion for making cooking simple, easy and fun.
2025-05-1948 minThe Rising Professional Podcast60: Supercharging Your Client Journey: How To Manage Client Expectations So Referrals FlowWhen you run a service business, the client journey matters - and finding ways to tweak and improve this experience is what leads to greater retention, more referrals and yep, more revenue for you!Managing a client's expectations not only sets them up for a great experience... it positions your business as an expert operator in your field and shows that you're always one step ahead in the process. In today's episode, we're sharing ways you can set and manage the expectations of your clients so they feel confident...
2025-05-0525 minThe Rising Professional Podcast59: Business Feeling Stale? How To Reignite The Spark And Get Back Your Business MojoAre you feeling uninspired in your business? Like, you have that nagging feeling that something needs to change but you're not sure what. When you've been burning the midnight oil in your business for some time now, things that once felt fresh and exciting can soon turn into mundane tasks you struggle to get through. We've all been there! But before you blow it all up and self-sabotage the empire you've worked so hard to build, know this ... You're not lazy and you're not alone.
2025-04-2129 minThe Rising Professional Podcast58: Profit First : Cara's Honest Review of The Finance BestsellerAs a business owner, you should be taking your profit out first, before any other payments ... or should you? In this episode, our resident financial advisor Cara shares her personal take on author Mike Michalowicz's : Profit First.Are the concepts in the book realistic for today's business owner or is this just another fluffy way to make us all feel better about paying ourselves first?Follow Profit First author @mikemichalowiczSubscribe to updates and business freebies at:www.therisingprofessionalpodcast.com...
2025-04-1418 minThe Rising Professional Podcast57: Splurge vs Save : Where We Spend and Where We SaveEver wondered how people really spend their money? We all see value differently when it comes to the things we choose to spend up big on, versus those where we like to budget a little harder. Neither choice is wrong, but the differences from person to person can be quite stark as you'll see in this episode where we deep dive into Cara and Wendy's personal spending habits.Today we reveal the spend versus savings habits of Cara and Wendy and where each of our co-hosts allocate their money throughout the year.
2025-04-0726 minThe Rising Professional Podcast56: Business Metrics You Need To Keep An Eye OnWhen we're busy running our business it can be easy to overlook those important but not urgent tasks. Keeping an eye on certain metrics in your business is crucial for efficiency and today, we're unpacking what you should be investing your time in as part of your ongoing operations.If you're serious about running at maximum efficiency and profitability, this episode is a gentle reminder to keep an eye on those important business metrics.Subscribe to updates and business freebies at:www.therisingprofessionalpodcast.comConnect with us:@therisingprofessionalpodcast...
2025-03-3120 min
The Rising Professional Podcast55: Building A Values-Driven Business with Taylor BagsterSo many of us build businesses without ever thinking, "does this actually align with my values?" Money, freedom and self-satisfaction are typically at the forefront of why many people go into business, but few of us ever consider whether our personal values will truly align with what we're about to create. Our special guest today is ahead of the game in this department after starting her hairdressing business almost 4 years ago with one goal in mind - to lead with her core personal value of community.
2025-03-2348 minThe Rising Professional Podcast54: How To Ask (and Get) Share-Worthy TestimonialsIf you can't build Trust, you won't have a service business (for long anyway). Word of mouth marketing and having people spread the (good) word about you and your business is the surefire way to creating the kind of trust that draws clients in. Today we're focussing specifically on how you can use Testimonials and Case Studies to showcase your credibility as a business and service provider.If there's one takeaway you get from this episode, please... please ask for those testimonials! Wendy and...
2025-03-1630 min
The Rising Professional Podcast53: Dentistry Done Differently with Dr Cate GerberImagine booking an appointment with you dentist you actually get excited for! This is the experience Dr Cate Gerber and her team deliver to clientele and patients every single day.Smile Studio is a Newstead based dental practice that is fast expanding to include a range of complementary health services to the broader community. This week, we had the pleasure of chatting with Dr Cate about how she has created a stand-out dental practice through clever marketing and a loyal team who value and understand the power of teamwork.
2025-03-0934 minThe Rising Professional Podcast52: Female Led Businesses We're Crushing On Right NowWe love seeing business owners win, especially our fellow ladies! In this week's episode, Cara and Wendy make special mention and recognition of some of the top women in business who have come across their radar. From small service based business owners leading their field to women who have forged a powerful (and profitable) influence through their personal brand, we are always inspired by fellow aspiring women who have done the work.Subscribe to updates and business freebies at:www.therisingprofessionalpodcast.comConnect with us:@therisingprofessionalpodcast...
2025-03-0228 min
The Rising Professional Podcast51: Creating Kick-Ass Systems with Peta CharlesDo you feel like you're trying to run EVERYTHING in your business all by yourself and burning out in the process? Ultimately, you're doing things the hard way and it's probably because you haven't setup the right systems and processes to make life easier and leverage your time as the business owner. This is where Peta Charles steps in to share the ways she has systemised her business with the help of a brilliant team, so that it runs on pure efficiency and (if needed) without her.In today's episode we interview the head honcho...
2025-02-2349 minThe Rising Professional Podcast50: How To Manage Your Energy As An Introverted Business OwnerIs your introversion holding you back in business? Introverted business owners are a unique breed with our own challenges, and in particular, when it comes managing energy. As a business owner, having the energy to move through the day without running out of steam is so important but as an introvert in the business world, this is easier said than done.In today's episode, our resident introverted business owner, Wendy, takes us through some of the ways she recharges her batteries and prepares in advance for moments that will test her energy levels.
2025-02-1625 minThe Rising Professional Podcast49: Has Your Business Hit An Income Ceiling? Here's What To Do NextHave you hit an income ceiling in your business? There's no doubt service-based businesses can be tricky to scale, because in essence, you're exchanging time for money - and there are only so many hours in the day.In today's episode, we reveal ways you can dial up your income and increase profitability by making some carefully planned moves in your business.Leveraging your existing client base is a good place to start, but how exactly do we do this? And what are some ways we can increase profitability to move past this inevitable pain...
2025-02-0922 minThe Rising Professional Podcast48: Are You Suffering From These Business Growth Pains?Starting a business is exciting but GROWING a business is a whole other skillset. It's not until most businesses hit the 2 year mark that challenges begin to present.
This episode identifies what those challenges might be and ways you can navigate them so your business moves through its infancy phase with ease.
EVERY business owner goes through growth pains at different phases of their business so don't be surprised if you're feeling (or have felt) some of these along your journey.
It's all part of being in business.
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2025-02-0226 minThe Rising Professional Podcast47: Smart Ways To Nurture Your Referral Partners So They Keep ReferringIt's no secret that most successful service based businesses are built on partnerships and alliances the business owner has managed to create and nurture over the long term.
In today's episode, we discuss ways you can best nurture your existing relationships with referral partners but also, how making the wrong moves can turn a partner off or potentially ruin a relationship before it's even had a chance to get off the ground.
If you're in growth mode for your business, this episode will give some clear ideas on what you should and shouldn't do to...
2025-01-2628 minThe Rising Professional Podcast46: 5 Free Ways To Market Your Service Based Business In 2025Here's what you do when you have $0 to spend on marketing in your service business.
Marketing is crucial to success and longevity but what happens when you don't have the big budgets the bigger players do - or perhaps you just don't WANT to spend up big.
Today's episode is all about ways you can leverage your marketing effort for FREE.
Yep, we love a good freebie, and if you're on the same wavelength, episode 46 is a must listen.
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2025-01-1922 minThe Rising Professional Podcast45: These Are The Businesses Thriving Right Now2024 saw a downturn for many businesses but not all. Today we pick apart the ones who have seemed to thrive during this time versus those who have struggled.
Our resident financial planner, Cara is privy to the financials behind various businesses and today's episode is an insight into why some businesses have continued to boom during an economic downturn, whilst others have experienced tougher times.
If you're curious to see which camp certain businesses fall into - this episode is a must listen.
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2025-01-1222 minThe Rising Professional Podcast44: How To Lift Your Reputation Through Personal BrandingPeople buy from people. If you work in service, personal branding should be at the top of your priorities if you want to create a successful and sustainable business.
In this episode, Wendy leads the discussion on what you should be doing to ensure you're putting the right building blocks in place to create a personal brand that leverages You as the go-to person and service provider in your field of expertise.
We discuss ways to strategically curate your personal brand and the do's and don'ts of marketing your...
2025-01-0528 minThe Rising Professional Podcast43: Cara and Wendy's Most Significant Highs and Lows of 2024As we approach the end of 2024 we look back on what the year's most significant highs and lows were and take stock of how these are impacting our next moves for 2025.
This episode is a very personal insight into Cara and Wendy's personal and professional journey's throughout 2024 - what happened / how it impacted us / and how we are setting ourselves up for continued growth in 2025.
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2024-12-2927 minThe Rising Professional Podcast42: Business Succession: What Can Happen When You Ignore Your Exit StrategyThe last thing on most business owners' minds when they start a business is what the end game will look like. But as savvy professionals, it's up to us to think ahead and consider what the long term future of the business might be.
This means planning your exit strategy, or in fancier terms - considering your Business Succession plan.
Today's episode is all about Business Succession and what this means to you as a business owner.
We unpack why it's important to consider how your business might play out over the longer...
2024-12-2219 minThe Rising Professional Podcast41: Insights Into How People Manage Their Money With Cara BrettEver wondered what other people's finances look like? As a professional Financial Advisor for over 10 years, our co-host Cara Brett has the privilege of seeing behind the curtains to how people manage money and approach decisions - both in their personal lives and in business.
In this week's episode Cara is sharing the common factors she sees on the regular when it comes to money, and the way in which people choose to manage it.
This is a real eye opener especially if you're curious to understand how YOU can better manage your own finances...
2024-12-1545 minThe Rising Professional Podcast40: How To 10x Your Client ExperienceNothing grows a service based business faster than word of mouth and referrals. Building a tribe of raving fans that talk about your service (even years after you've worked together) is the secret to success in the world of service.
But how do you do it?
In today's episode we walk you through the steps you can take to amplify your service offering and take your client experience to another level. One that leaves an unforgettable footprint in the minds of your clients.
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2024-12-0827 minThe Rising Professional Podcast39: How To Grow Your Business By Acquiring Other Businesses with Courtney LockettEarly in her career, Courtney Lockett realised the unlimited potential of becoming your own boss, and rather than working for the man - becoming the man (or woman should we say)!
Courtney is Owner and Principal Lawyer at Lockett McCullock Lawyers, a full-service law firm with offices throughout Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, and today she shares her story on building a business through acquiring businesses.
In the past decade, Courtney's strategy has been to buy up law firms in order to grow her legal practice into a large-scale corporate entity that serves the legal...
2024-12-0138 minThe Rising Professional Podcast38: Why Wendy Started A New BusinessYou could say our co-host Wendy is a serial entrepreneur, particularly in the property space, and today she is sharing all the intimate details about her business journey so far - including why she started another business this year.
Wendy shares the very personal reasons behind why she founded The WENDYRUSSELL Institute - an online education hub, mentoring service and community for driven women in real estate and professional industries.
An entrepreneur at heart, Wendy opened her first real estate office at the age of 23 and in the space...
2024-11-2447 minThe Rising Professional Podcast37: Micro-Niching: How These Businesses Have Nailed Their NicheWhat is micro-niching?
We talk a lot about micro-niching on this podcast and that's because it WORKS, especially for service-based businesses.
Refining your customer profile down to a very specific person who you serve allows a business to have laser-like clarity, especially when it comes to marketing the business and attracting a very specific client who instantly knows they've come to the right place.
Today we unpack 3 businesses that are marketing to very unique micro-niches.
If you're thinking about refining your customer profile down to a certain type of client, this...
2024-11-1720 minThe Rising Professional Podcast36: How This Mum And Corporate Lawyer Started A Successful Side HustleIf you think you don’t have time to start that passion project or side hustle, Natalie’s story will inspire you to take that next step and get moving — literally!
Natalie Orola isn’t your average mum. She’s a commercial litigation lawyer, wife, mum to 2 boys, and founder of The Balanced Dancer 💃🏻 - a private dance lessons coach for brides and grooms to be.
Today we interviewed Natalie on how she juggles the corporate world alongside motherhood and then finds the time to fit in a side hustle that she's incredibly passionate about - teaching coupl...
2024-11-1045 minThe Rising Professional Podcast35: A Step-By-Step Guide To Calculating Your Life NumberWhat is your Life Number and why is it so important to know exactly what it is when you're in business?
Knowing how much money we need to live AND operate our business is crucial and today we're explaining the concept of your Life Number - the amount you need to make each year in order to cover your expenses.
In today's episode, our resident Financial Planner, Cara, takes you through the (very simple) steps to work out what YOUR number is.
This is a real eye opener episode for anyone who has...
2024-11-0324 minThe Rising Professional Podcast34: 5 Tell Tale Signs You're Ready To Go Out On Your OwnIs it time to venture out on your own? In business that is. When we started our businesses there were critical signposts that led to all systems go, and today, we're sharing what they were.
It can be incredibly daunting taking that leap of faith and moving from paid employment to starting your own business. But many have done it before you... and never looked back. Including us!
Today we unpack the tell-tale signs that were hinting toward making that move solo into the world of business and why...
2024-10-2725 minThe Rising Professional Podcast33: The Top 5 Financial Mistakes New Business Owners Make That Set Them BackCould your finances be better managed in your business? Running a business is complex and there are many moving parts that founders must learn and navigate if we want our business to thrive — and the Financial stuff is up there on the top of the list.
But how many of us are neglecting to manage, or even fully understand this side of the business?
Knowing your numbers and being financially savvy in business is crucial but sadly, many business owners let this important component fall by the wayside because it’...
2024-10-2022 minThe Rising Professional Podcast32: How To Turn A Creative Side Hustle Into A Thriving Business with International Artist Kerrie HessToday we interview International Artist and Fashion Illustrator, Kerrie Hess on how she turned her passion for art and painting into a profitable global business.
Kerrie shares her story on how she went from working as a creative to building an internationally acclaimed personal brand and business, all from her home studio in Brisbane Australia.
Today's interview uncovers the challenges creatives face when transitioning from passion work to paid projects and how she overcame imposter syndrome to become an in-demand artist who has worked with some of the world's leading luxury brands including Louis Vuitton...
2024-10-1352 minThe Rising Professional Podcast31: What You Can Do NOW To Finish The Year StrongAs we head toward the end of 2024, it's tempting to move into holiday mode quicker than we should, and whilst Christmas seems close, we still have three whole months to navigate.
In today's episode, we share some of the things business owners can do NOW to finish 2024 on a high note whilst at the same time, ensuring the transition into the new year is a seamless and strategic one.
As business owners, forward planning is critical to success and we have identified some opportunities you can take advantage of in the lead up to Christmas...
2024-10-0623 minThe Rising Professional Podcast30: Upcoming Trends In Business That Are Changing The GameThe world of business is constantly evolving and as savvy business owners wanting to stay ahead of the game, you need to keep your eye on how the landscape is changing.
AI is but one of the major advancements that will impact business but what else is silently evolving in the background that you could take advantage of to improve your business?
This week's episode lists the opportunities we are seeing that service-based business owners should be all over if you want your business to thrive moving into the future.
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2024-09-3034 minThe Rising Professional Podcast29: How To Start, Grow and Sell A Service-Based Business - with Lauren RobinsonEver wondered what it’s like to go full circle ⭕️ in your business? That is - the initial idea — the build — growth and then exiting (for a profit).
Our featured guest on today’s episode has done exactly that and she’s ready to spill the beans on her experiences and what she would have done differently so you can gain an insight into what it’s like to build, grow and sell a service-based business.
Today we welcome Lauren Robinson, who built, grew and sold her property management business - Rental Results.
Lauren shares he...
2024-09-2339 minThe Rising Professional Podcast28: The Top 3 Reasons Women Start Their Own BusinessThis week we're taking you inside our group chat where we posed the question - "why did you start your business?" And specifically, give the top 3 reasons that instantly come to mind when you think back to that start up time.
Interestingly, we all had very similar driving factors that led to the big leap of faith and today we're sharing these with you.
So if you're thinking about getting started in your own business, perhaps consider the Why before pulling the trigger.
Nonetheless, these are the top 3 reasons women start their own...
2024-09-1644 minThe Rising Professional Podcast27: Interesting Ways To Find Your NicheIf you're the only business servicing a particular type of client in your industry, then your competition becomes zero. This is the power of niching.
Identifying a niche for your business gives you the ability to set yourself apart and put you in a league of your own, and in today's episode, we're looking at ways you can find or identify your niche.
Niching leads to clarity and an opportunity to charge more for your service since you're the only one (or one of a very few) who are operating in this space.
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2024-09-0822 minThe Rising Professional Podcast26: Creating A Client Onboarding ProcessGood businesses are run off efficient systems and great business owners know that by implementing consistent, systemised practices into their day to day operations, the business has the power to grow and scale.
One of the very first processes you should implement is your client onboarding process and today, we're going to break down, step by step, how you can go about creating this in your own business.
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2024-09-0125 minThe Rising Professional Podcast25: Simple Ways To Build Your Referral Network"Your network is your net worth".
In part, this is true, and especially for service-based business owners who rely heavily on word of mouth and referrals to fuel the client pipeline.
Your personal network is one of your greatest assets and forms an integral part of your business ... so that's why we're putting the spotlight on simple, practical and somewhat effortless ways you can build your referral network so you never have to worry about where that next client is coming from, ever again.
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2024-08-2545 minThe Rising Professional Podcast24: How To Create a 4 Day Work WeekThis week we go behind the scenes of Cara's 4 day work week to explore how to create a working week that works for You. Whether it's 4 full days / 6 half days or something completely different, one of the greatest perks of running your own business is that you have control over how you set your schedule.
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2024-08-1827 minThe Rising Professional Podcast23: How To Deal With Difficult PeopleWe all come across them from time to time but how do you navigate the conversation with someone who is starting to show you they may be difficult?
Operating a service based business means you will undoubtedly face situations with clients or potential clients whom will test your boundaries and show up in ways that you'd rather them not. This is part of being in business but there are ways you can best handle these situations when and as they arise.
In today's episode, we share various ways you can manage your interactions with difficult...
2024-08-1118 minThe Rising Professional Podcast22: 5 Street Smart Business Skills Every Business Owner NeedsIt's a jungle out there in small business land and we believe there are certain skills you need in order to survive the inevitable ups and downs. We call them the "street smarts" of business. These are skills we have been forced to acquire because - if we didn't - we probably wouldn't be in business today.
Some will come naturally to you, whilst others may need to be fine-turned - but either way - this is a MUST LISTEN episode if you want to thrive in your business.
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2024-08-0521 minThe Rising Professional Podcast21: How To Make Sure Your Business Partnership LastsGoing into business with someone? Sadly, many partnerships fail, and it's often not one particular personal at fault - it's that the foundation wasn't solid from the get-go.
In today's episode, we share the 6 things you need to get right so your partnership can flourish and stand the test of time.
You'll come away with a better understanding of what it takes to foster a successful business partnership and if a partnership isn't for you - this episode will highlight why it might not work out so you can cut loose now and avoid pain...
2024-07-2919 min
Brisbane Broker PodcastEpisode 29 - Misconceptions of Financial Planning with Bounce FinancialOn this episode of the Brisbane Broker Podcast, Bobby and Kade are joined by Ben and Cara Brett from Bounce Financial to unpack the misconceptions of financial planning!
Ben and Cara are financial advisers at Bounce Financial, working with their clients to develop a financial plan that addresses their investments, superannuation, insurance, tax and any other financial issues.
Like mortgage broking, financial planning has its fair share of misconceptions. You might have wondered, are financial planners only for rich people, or people who struggle with money? Are they paid...
2024-07-2241 minThe Rising Professional Podcast20: Not-So-Obvious Redflags That Signal A Bad ClientHow do you avoid working with people who will only cause you pain and misery? It's easy to want to say "yes" to anyone and everyone who enquires about doing business with you but we're here to tell you it's okay to say No! Why?
Because not all business is good business and this is a lesson we have learned (sometimes the hard way) throughout our business lives.
In today's episode we share the clues that signal a potential client might be troublesome and ways you can best handle the conversation if you do decide...
2024-07-2124 minThe Rising Professional Podcast19: Pros & Cons Of A Lifestyle Business Versus A Traditional BusinessThere are many ways to operate in business but have you ever thought about which is best for You? In this episode, Cara and Wendy discuss the key differences between a Lifestyle Business versus a more Traditional Business setup.
We want you to build a business that not only makes you a tonne of money, but one that you LOVE at the same time.
That's why it's important to recognise which might work best for you before you embark on your business journey, and today, we're here to give you the clarity that will set...
2024-07-1530 min
The Mindset To Learn PodcastEngage, Educate, & Innovate. The Power of Interactive Video with Brett Lindenberg"All you need is for that learner to understand that they are in control in some way of this experience. That comes with a simple button, hotspot, or question. As long as they lean forward in their seat and say, ‘Wow, I'm part of this,’ that’s enough to get that engagement way higher." - Brett Lindenberg
In this episode, Joanie chats with Brett Lindenberg, the visionary founder and CEO of Mindstamp. Brett shares his journey from starting Mindstamp in a Palo Alto basement to creating a platform to transform how we engage with video content. We discus...
2024-07-1139 minThe Rising Professional Podcast18: WENDY On: What I've Learned In My 10 Years In BusinessCelebrating 10 years as an Independent Buyer's Agent, Wendy shares the key lessons, takeaways and things she would never dream about doing again!
In fact, Wendy has been running her own property businesses since 2004 and has a wealth of knowledge in this space.
Currently working in real estate? This is a must listen for anyone working in the real estate industry or for the ladies who are considering stepping out on their own as independent agents.
If you're in property and looking to up-skill or take the leap out on your...
2024-07-0837 minThe Rising Professional Podcast17: 10 Years Of Business Learnings From CARAHappy Birthday to Us! This year, both Cara and Wendy are celebrating 10 years in business, which is a massive milestone for any business owner.
In today's episode, Wendy interviews Cara on some of her biggest learnings in business over the last 10 years and uncovers Cara's number 1 takeaway from her journey so far.
Whether you have been in business 10 days or 10 years, there is something for EVERY business owner in here.
Business trials and tribulations are real for all of us - at all stages...
2024-07-0128 min
The Rising Professional Podcast16: 8 Low-Cost Ways To Attract Clients When You're Just Starting OutToday, you'll learn the top 8 ways you can start attracting clients for your service based business, without having to break the advertising budget. None of these are ground-breaking but ALL of them are super important if you're serious about learning how to create a consistent stream of clients that will set your business up for success in both the short and long term.
We unpack what has specifically worked for us and why, so you can implement some of these into your own marketing strategy if you're not already doing so.
2024-06-2442 min
The Rising Professional Podcast15: The Big Mistake Small Businesses Make At Tax Time ... And It's Not What You ThinkIf you've been in business for more than two years and never heard of the term Tax Planning, you need to firstly listen to this episode and secondly, switch accountants immediately!
In all seriousness ... Tax Planning is a crucial part of business life, and despite what you might think, you DON'T have to be a big business to be taking part in this all-important pre-June 30 planning session.
In fact, if you haven't locked in a date for Tax Planning, we recommend May as the best month to do this a...
2024-06-1719 min
The Rising Professional Podcast14: Signs It's Time To Review Your Pricing: Aka Put It Up!How do you know if you're charging enough for your services? Setting your fees as a service-based business can be tricky, because we're not selling a product - we're selling ...Us.
And where do you even start when it comes to deciding what value to attribute to what you do? In today's episode, we talk all about pricing and methods you can adopt to calculate whether your pricing is in line with your service offering and the value you bring to the table.
As business owners, it's sooooo important we get this right, so listen...
2024-06-1015 min
The Rising Professional Podcast13: Why Most Businesses Fail Within The First 18 Months ... And Ways You Can Bulletproof YoursNearly 90% of businesses fail within the first 18 months. Nobody sets out in business to fail... but what is it exactly that the successful operators are doing differently to ensure their survival?
In this episode, Cara and Wendy unpack the reasons we believe small businesses fail and what you can do to future proof the survival and success of your business.
Connect with us:
@therisingprofessionalpodcast
Follow Cara @carabrett.money
Follow Wendy @dealsinheels
Enrol in Money Mastery 101 with Cara
Become a member of the WENDYRUSSELL Institute
2024-06-0321 minThe Rising Professional Podcast12: Business Costs Your Probably Haven't Thought Of ... And Need To Know About!Have you considered ALL the costs when running your business? It's easy to get caught out when an unexpected expense pops up but what if we could give you a heads up on what those costs you hadn't considered might be?
Well, that's exactly what today's episode will focus on. We're sharing those common business costs you might not have thought about so you can get ahead of the game and have less surprises to deal with moving forward in your business.
Connect with us:
@therisingprofessionalpodcast
Follow...
2024-05-2712 min
The Rising Professional Podcast11: Business Tools We Can't Live WithoutRunning a service-based business can be complex so we're in constant pursuit of ways to make things run smoother and more efficient.
Today, we are sharing the tools, apps and programs we have come to love because they have made our business lives so much easier!
Whether it's a program that helps us become more organised, saves us money or better yet - saves us time, we're excited to share with you the tools we simply can't live without.
Connect with us:
@therisingprofessionalpodcast
Follow Cara @carabrett.money...
2024-05-2014 minThe Rising Professional Podcast10: Creative Ways To Surprise And Delight Your ClientsFor most clients, it's all in the experience.
And who doesn't love a business that goes over and beyond?! We LOVE the concept of Surprise and Delight when it comes to impressing clients and creating raving fans that talk about you for years to follow.
Just one smart idea implemented consistently can catapult you into the memory bank, forcing people to share their experience and become unofficial cheerleaders of your business and brand.
Who wouldn't want to get in on this!
Today's episode unpacks some...
2024-05-1317 minThe Rising Professional Podcast9: Buyer's Agents Guide To Buying Your Dream HomeAre you gearing up to buy your dream home? House-hunting is an incredibly exciting time when you're shopping for the dream but it can soon turn to frustration when you realise it's not as simple as you might have thought.
Missed opportunities and difficult real estate agents can wreak havoc on the home buyer's psyche so this week, our resident property expert, Wendy, is here to share all of her insights, practical tips and experiences on how to best approach your house-hunting journey like a professional.
Wendy shares the...
2024-05-0617 minThe Rising Professional Podcast8: Who You Need On Your Team When Starting A BusinessSo you've decided to open shop - congrats! These are the people we know you'll need on your team to get things moving in the right direction.
As Cara likes to put it - start out "scrappy" where you can, but don't skimp on these professionals if you want it to be a long-term success.
We know that if you're just starting out, or about to - this episode will be a real eye-opener because there's likely someone on our list who you didn't think of.
2024-04-2911 minThe Rising Professional Podcast7: How To Build Your Business NetworkBeing in business can be surprisingly isolating for some and having a network of business owners around you who GET IT can be an absolute life saver on the journey.
We are so thankful we found one another and can share the journey together but what about when you're just starting out? Friends and family might be supportive, but they probably won't "get" it.
So how do you find those like-minded business peeps to share the challenges with and celebrate the wins?
In today's...
2024-04-2215 min
The Rising Professional Podcast6: How To Deal With Imposter Syndrome When Charging FeesWhy do we sometimes feel like "fraudsters" in our own business? Imposter Syndrome is rarely talked about but this week, we're lifting the lid on how to overcome this mindset challenge when it comes to charging what you're worth and feeling confident about your fees. By the time you finish listening, you'll feel empowered to charge the right fee, and deliver it in a way that is straightforward and in line with your individual service offering.Connect with us:@therisingprofessionalpodcastFollow Cara @carabrett.moneyFollow Wendy...
2024-04-1516 min
The Rising Professional Podcast5: Things You Can Setup Now For An Early RetirementAre you headed for Financial Freedom? We want you to be! Today, our conversation centres around the concept of Financial Freedom, or as Wendy like's to put it - early retirement. In this episode, Cara guides us through all things money and reveals the 5 things you MUST start doing if you want to set yourself up for a financially free future.By the end of this episode, you will have newfound insights on what you can (and should) be doing if an early retirement or financially free existence is in your goal book.
2024-04-0820 min
The Rising Professional Podcast4: How A 90 DAY Business Planning Session Sets Us UpIf you're serious about forward planning in your business then this episode is for You. Today, you are going to learn how we approach our 90 Day Business Plan - a tried and tested method we have been implementing for 3 years now that has kept us accountable and inspired new learnings each time we meetup. We share our actual agenda, and key takeaways on how to best plan for your business's future. By the end of this episode, you will have a roadmap for how to go about your own business planning, and understand why you...
2024-04-0116 min
The Rising Professional Podcast3: Couples Managing Money: Two Completely Different TakesWhat is the best way to manage your money in a marriage? It's no secret that how we manage money in a marriage or a domestic partnership can make or break our relationship. In this week's episode, Cara and Wendy share two very different ways on how they manage the finances in each of their relationships. You'll be surprised to learn there is no hard and fast rule around money management in a marriage, however, according to our experiences, it ultimately boils down to one thing that couples MUST share. Here's a hint - values....
2024-03-2514 min
The Rising Professional Podcast2: How To Successfully PIVOT In Your CareerCareer pivots are a natural progression as you move through your working life, and they're almost a guarantee if you plan on having a long and successful career. In today's episode, we share our personal experiences when going through a career pivot and provide listeners with 5 tips when you're moving through a career pivot. Connect with us:@therisingprofessionalpodcastFollow Cara @carabrett.moneyFollow Wendy @dealsinheelsEnrol in Money Mastery 101 with CaraBecome a member of the WENDYRUSSELL Institute
2024-03-1810 minThe Rising Professional Podcast1: Introduction to Wendy and CaraWelcome to Episode 1 of The Rising Professional Podcast.
We are Wendy and Cara.
Two friends who both married “Ben’s” — play fur-mum to matching labradors and coincidentally just happened to start out in business at the very same time.
And now … here we are — 10 years on, sharing all the tea we’ve come to gather throughout our time as independent business owners.
Yep, it’s been a ride!
And we want to spill the beans on everything you need to know about business, finance and life — to make sure your biz becomes a...
2024-03-1733 min
Travel Tech InsiderState of LoyaltyThe loyalty program as we know it was pioneered by American Airlines over 30 years ago. A lot has changed since then. As travel has become commoditized in many areas, suppliers and retailers have become more innovative and creative about attracting, retaining, and rewarding customers. While customers have become savvier about maximizing and sometimes even gaming the system. The premium credit card companies have added their own layers of complexity. And of course, the pandemic accelerated many changes to the structure of loyalty programs that were already being tested.So what does the state of loyalty look like...
2024-01-3056 min
The Brett Allan ShowDeborah Pratt EP of NBC's Quantum Leap Talks Producing, and Playing "Ziggy" On The Original Series!Deborah Pratt EP of NBC's Quantum Leap Talks Producing, and Playing "Ziggy" On The Original Series!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RMxcG9TdaX4&t=105sDeborah Pratt is executive producer on the NBC drama “Quantum Leap.” Pratt is a creator, writer, director, producer, playwright, and a novelist. She is a five-time Emmy Award nominee, a Golden Globe nominee and was chosen for the Top Ten short list for the Academy Awards for her live action short film “Girlfriends.” ...
2023-02-2612 min
Ensombl Advice Australia#371 Cara BrettCara is the Director, Senior Financial Adviser and Wealth Coach at Bounce Financial. She and Ben talk about how her business has evolved over time, how she implemented cash flow management and strategy, and the importance of consistency in social media content. Cara Brett LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carabrett/ Bounce Financial Website: https://www.bouncefinancial.com.au/ A world of opportunity awaits you at https://netwealth.com.au/woo Join the Ensombl platform: App Store: http://co.xyadviser.com/xyistore Google Play: http://co.xyadviser.com/xygplay...
2023-01-2330 min
Ensombl Advice Australia#371 Cara BrettCara is the Director, Senior Financial Adviser and Wealth Coach at Bounce Financial. She and Ben talk about how her business has evolved over time, how she implemented cash flow management and strategy, and the importance of consistency in social media content. Cara Brett LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carabrett/ Bounce Financial Website: https://www.bouncefinancial.com.au/ A world of opportunity awaits you at https://netwealth.com.au/woo Join the Ensombl platform: App Store: http://co.xyadviser.com/xyistore Google Play: http://co.xyadviser.com/xygplay...
2023-01-2330 min
Grilled by The Staff CanteenS4 Ep10 - Sally Abé and Brett GrahamWelcome back to Grilled by The Staff Canteen, this is series 4 and our second co-host is Sally Abé.Sally is the Consultant chef at the Conrad London St. James hotel where she opened The Pem in 2021, and she's a former Great British Menu contestant.Sally has picked six guests from the hospitality industry to chat to and put under the Grilled spotlight, and next up is Brett Graham, chef owner of the iconic, The Ledbury.In this episode Sally and Brett talk about what makes them cry, why The Ledbury is an institution and reopening, farming and the importance of c...
2022-06-1355 min
Going PlacesSteve Mariucci: Facing Football (and Life) with Grit and PassionSteve Mariucci lives and breathes football, and he LOVES it, even at 45+ years playing, coaching, and analyzing the sport.
You don’t want to miss this insightful interview rich with career and family advice! We discuss his upbringing, his extensive successful career, and the passion Mariucci has for all things family and football. We also dive into the mindset of football, highlighting his experiences coaching 9 hall of fame players throughout his career.
Steve has had quite the career in football: starting from being co-captains with Tom Izzo at Iron Mountain High School to being on the...
2021-11-2456 min
The Brett Allan ShowActor Tammy Gillis | Talks "Cara Durant" Riverfront Romance on Super Channel and on DemandHappy Thursday everyone! Today on the Brett Allan Show, we chat with the amazing Tammy Gillis. We cover her new project, Riverfront Romance on Super Channel and on Demand, "Cara Durant", what its like to finish a project, being fiscally responsible as an actor, her new passion for day trading, staying creative, and much more! Enjoy! Photographer: Alex Waber instagram: @alexwaberHair/Makeup Artist: Mackenzie Stewartinstagram: @mac.muartistryGive us kind rating and review!https://ratethispodcast.com/brettallanshowEmail us!openmicguest@gmail...
2021-09-2323 min
That Pretty Good PodcastBRETT YOUNGBrett is a friend of mine and we share in having struggled and grown mentally over the past year and a half. Do something for yourself while you join our conversation about mental health, comparing yourself to others, and Brett's OnlyPans. Brett is a hockey player turned Oil and Gas professional, and a mental health advocate. He shares with us how this, plus ending an engagement at the beginning of the pandemic has shaped him into the man he is today. Find him on IG at @brettyoung18.Check out:Cole Young | coletayloryoung@gmail.com | @colethegod Ki...
2021-08-0957 min
Money Chats13: What to look for in a Conveyancer when buying or selling your home with Courtney Lockett of Lockett McCullough LawyersIn this episode, Cara Brett interviews Courtney Lockett, Owner and Principal Solicitor of Lockett McCullough Lawyers.
Lockett McCullough is one of Brisbane's busiest conveyancing practices, assisting around 3000 client per year to buy and sell property. Cara and Courtney discuss what to look for in a Conveyancer and how things can go wrong (or right).
If you would like to learn more or speak with Courtney, you can contact her at the following:
Website: https://lockettmccullough.com.au/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtney-lockett-3741a44b
Facebook: https://www...
2021-06-2125 min
Ensombl Advice Australia#228 Ben BrettBen Brett is the Owner and a Financial Planner at Bounce Financial, which he operates alongside his wife, Cara. Ben and Fraser discuss whether or not financial advice has become a prestige market, and how the advice industry may risk becoming like the taxi industry if it continues to be over-regulated. Ben Brett XY: https://www1.xyadviser.com/members/2651571 Bounce Financial Website: https://www.bouncefinancial.com.au/ This podcast is brought to you by Integrity Life. Go to https://www.integritylife.com.au/xy to find out more. Join the XY platform:
2021-02-1748 min
Ensombl Advice Australia#228 Ben BrettBen Brett is the Owner and a Financial Planner at Bounce Financial, which he operates alongside his wife, Cara. Ben and Fraser discuss whether or not financial advice has become a prestige market, and how the advice industry may risk becoming like the taxi industry if it continues to be over-regulated. Ben Brett XY: https://www1.xyadviser.com/members/2651571 Bounce Financial Website: https://www.bouncefinancial.com.au/ This podcast is brought to you by Integrity Life. Go to https://www.integritylife.com.au/xy to find out more. Join the XY platform:
2021-02-1748 min
The Energy ShiftMoney Tools + Values With Cara Brett | E18Show Notes Money is it a taboo topic in your household? Were you taught how to manage money? Do you talk to your partner, husband or family about money? What are your money values or beliefs? In this episode we will be discovering why talking about money is a must topic for 2020 with Cara Brett! Show Links: Cara:Website: Bouncefinancial.com.au Instagram: @bouncefinancial Facebook: facebook.com/BounceFinancial Ilana: Website: ilanak.com.au Facebook: ilana.Kinesiology: facebook.com/ila...
2020-11-1040 min
Simon SaysSimon Says - Episode 8 - Brett Stephens + Peter 'Grubby' StubbsThis episode of Simon Says features Brett "Moose" Stephens - a former Australian rules footballer who played for Fitzroy Football Club in the Victorian and Australian Football Leagues (VFL and AFL). After his retirement, Stephens became a sports coach in both the mental and physical training sectors, spending his time with world-class athletes, golfers, surfers and working with pro tennis players Wally Masur, Pete Sampras, Mark Philippoussis and his eventual wife, Zimbabwean tennis player Cara Black.
Simon also chats with Peter “Grubby” Stubbs - one of Melbourne’s best-loved radio presenters. For over three decades Grubby together with D...
2020-10-2052 min
The Ninjababes PodcastNinjababes #64: Brett and Grace Sims: Coaching Differences with Females and MalesBrett Sims has competed in American Ninja Warrior since before the start of ANW in America. He competed for 2 seasons on Sasuke in Japan before ANW started in the US. Grace Sims has been a rock climber and competitor on ANW since season 7. Brett has a been coaching parkour and ninja for over 7 years. Grace and Brett are co-owners of Motive School of Movement in Greenville, SC. Today we discuss coaching in ninja, the differences in coaching females vs. males, and how to best empower girls to be confident in their abilities. We love PropelloLife BCAA's and Protei...
2020-07-3143 min
The Spotlight Series - Don’t just survive, thrive!Managing your personal finances for financial success with Cara BrettCara Brett is a senior financial adviser and wealth coach. She is one of the founding directors of Bounce Financial, a boutique financial planning firm which specialises in providing advice to business professionals and small business owners.Key Takeaways1) how to successfully manage your personal finances if you have been stood down (and if you have not)2) how to access the JobSeeker and JobKeeper government allowances3) different ways to invest and grow your personal wealthLinksCara LinkedIn profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/carabrett/W...
2020-04-2532 min
Energetic Radio#176: Cara Brett | Take your finances to the next level in 2020Money, money money. It's always a tough topic, what to do with it, who to trust and where to find quality advice. Well, I can happily say that today's quest Cara Brett is one of the best in the business. Cara is the owner and Financial Planner at Bounce Financial. She co-founded Bounce after a decade long career in the financial services industry working for superannuation funds, insurance companies, investment managers and financial advisers.While Cara enjoyed the corporate world of finance, she fell in love with helping young professionals to set themselves up for their financial...
2020-03-1529 min
Get Merry234: the money masterclass with Financial Planner Cara BrettWe shared this Money Masterclass as part of the MerryBody Summit, all 23 interviews are now inside the MerryBody Online Studio along with ALL the Yoga and Pilates classes. We go back to money basics with Cara, we ask her about saving, budgeting, spending and investing. This chat is filled with doable actions steps that will improve your financial situation. Stuff we talk about…How to save for big things.How to not run out of money.How to start investing, what you need to know before you start.Emma...
2020-02-1236 min
High Tea with Monsters, Rebel Scum, and VigilantesEpisode 7: Rise of Skywalker Q&A: More questions than answers in Skywalker Saga conclusionThe "Rise of Skywalker" left even those of us who live and breathe Star Wars with more questions than answers. Our resident expert Stephen Gawrit and Brett Ashley sit down to hash out what showrunners left unanswered. Why leave Snap Wexley's important familial role in the Rebellion and Resistance untouched? Why Retcon most of Rose's story? Why cast a talent like Keri Russell and not even show us her whole face? Who the hell are the Knights of Ren? What was Finn so desperate to tell Rey? And how the heck did Palpatine reemerge? Did Ben/Kylo's story really conclude...
2020-01-1300 min
High Tea with Monsters, Rebel Scum, and VigilantesEpisode 5: Mandalorian Finale is Among Season One's Finest EpsWe miss you already, Mando! Star Wars expert Stephen Gawrit is back to close out Season One of "The Mandalorian." We talk Cara Dunn badassery, the season's roster of strong directors, Mando's face AND name, and more.
2019-12-2800 min
Ensombl Advice Australia#135 Cara BrettWhat if we told you Cara Brett, the Director and Adviser of Bounce Financial, attracted 30 new social media followers, received 10 enquiries and turned 6 of those enquiries into new clients, and all from one Instagram post? Does this motivate you to re-think your social media strategy? Cara insists she's no social media guru or influencer, but she is consistent and authentic. She uses her social platforms to build trust with her audience long before ever having any initial conversation with them. This is an awesome episode, with Cara sharing what she's been doing in the client...
2019-06-2038 min
The Katie Halper ShowMatt Bruenig & Cara McClure on Doug Jones and rapping senators (free bonus)Bonus with Matt Bruenig https://www.patreon.com/posts/21259124This free bonus is a blast from the past! We revisit the election of Alabama Senator Doug Jones, given that Jones hasn't decided whether he will vote to confirm Brett Kavanaugh. Donald Trump's Supreme Court nominee. Gabe and I talk about how Doug Jones should go full "Bullworth," and why he can't. Then I play an interview I recorded in December on the even of Jones' election with Cara McClure, a Poor People's Campaign and Black Lives Matter organizer from Birmingham Alabama, who predicted Jones would be a disappointment. McClure is...
2018-09-0731 min
Talk Nerdy with Cara Santa MariaEighties Flashback w/ Brett ErlichCara nerds it up with comedian Brett Erlich (Pop Trigger) in a brand new episode of "Talk Nerdy." They discuss their favorite 80s movies, Trivial Pursuit, interviewing actors on television, and Sega Master System vs. NES.
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