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Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 44. Scaling Hnry with Karan Anand—Inside the Chief Strategy Officer Role, His Operating Philosophy, Abductive LogicToday, I'm connecting with Karan Anand, Chief Strategy Officer & Managing Director, Australia at Hnry.We trace his journey from 13 years in consulting to becoming Hnry’s first hire in Australia, exploring what it really means to lead without ego, think in systems, and be a force multiplier for founders.Inside the episode:His experience as a new dadBuilding generational community projects, including the creation of the Young Seek Professionals NetworkThe co-pilot model of the Chief Strategy Officer—and how to support founders while staying anchored to long-term goalsWhat it meant to be the first hire...2025-05-061h 07
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 43. Sophie McKay on Launching Tech Brands Across Asia-Pacific—Qualtrics to Notion**Join us at our first-ever podcast meetup in Sydney. Info below**Today, I'm connecting with Sophie Mckay, Head of Marketing, Asia Pacific and Japan at Notion. Sophie’s career has been all about scaling tech brands across the Asia-Pacific region (APAC). Before joining Notion six months ago, she spent almost a decade at Qualtrics—starting as the first marketing hire in APAC and growing the team to 17, launching across six regions. In her words: “Every country or region we went into felt like a startup within a startup.” Now, she’s crafting Notion’s brand story...2025-04-2145 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 42. Culture Drivers with Olivia Panzic—Leading Marketing Communications and Building High-Performing Teams at TikTok ANZ**Join us at our first-ever podcast meetup in Sydney. Info below**Today, I'm connecting with Olivia (Liv) Panzic, Head of Marketing Communications at TikTok ANZ. A core part of Liv’s belief system? Look after people. And it shows. Her colleagues and mentors describe her leadership at TikTok as “people-centric,” “human-first,” and “transformative for those around her.” This conversation covers three big themes: creating thumb-stopping content, being brave, and leading from the heart.In this episode, we cover:Why everything is better after a good night’s sleep (thanks, Mum).Community as strategy—not just support, but...2025-04-0747 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 41. Rach Matters on Turning OCD Anxiety into Her Superpower and Scaling to Senior Program Manager at LinktreeToday, I'm connecting with Rach Matters, Senior Program Manager at Linktree. Rach’s sweet spot is joining fast-growing organizations with a blank job description, and she’s had the privilege of learning company building through EA-exec partnerships with Linktree’s Alex Zaccaria and seasoned entrepreneur Janey Martino.In this episode, we cover:Why worrying is like a rocking chair—it keeps you busy but gets you nowhereScaling herself alongside one of Australia’s biggest tech success storiesSupporting leaders through hypergrowth and high-stakes momentsThe EA-executive relationship and the magic of high-trust partnershipsCreating calm in chaos (while secretly thriving i...2025-03-2444 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 40. Shipra Mahindra: From Software Engineer to Canva’s First PM and Product Leader at Octopus DeployToday, I'm connecting with Shipra Mahindra, Principal Product Manager at Octopus Deploy. Let’s just say—Shipra’s peers can’t stop raving about her. She made her mark as the first product manager at Canva, working closely with co-founder Mel Perkins and the early mobile team. Shipra takes us through the highs, lows, and many celebrations that came with launching and scaling Canva’s first mobile app. She shares how she found her rhythm as a product manager and the lessons she's learned, both as a human and a product leader, during rapid growth at Canva, Xero, Creatively Squared, a...2025-03-1047 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 39. Harry Uffindell on Scaling Partly, The ONE Thing and Lessons from the ClimbToday, I'm connecting with Harry Uffindell, Chief People Officer at Partly. Harry’s worn just about every startup hat—founder, growth, bizops, revops, people, culture—you name it. But he ultimately found his calling in the people space. Now, he’s scaling Partly, hiring the world’s top 1% talent, and building a culture where people stay excited about their work a decade in.In today’s episode, we discuss:Scaling Partly from its first non-technical hire to ~100 employees—and the lessons behind making it the best startup to work for.Building a company culture that lasts—where 10 years i...2025-02-2448 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 38. Alice Hehman on Being a Glue Person—From Facebook to Quip to Glue ClubConnecting with Alice Hehman, a "SWAT team" startup leader who’s built recruiting and operations playbooks for some of Silicon Valley’s biggest names. An under-the-radar operator, you need to know. Alice knows what it takes to scale operations across borders, from leading domestic recruitment for Facebook to moving to Sydney to build regional teams across Asia–Pacific. Following great people led her to Bret Taylor's startup Quip (a competitor to Google Docs), where she ran business operations, including the USD $750M Salesforce deal and post-merger integration into the Salesforce ecosystem. We get real on keeping your head on straig...2025-02-1052 min
Just LocalLaura Napper: Sports, Community & Leading Commercial Success at Sixways Stadium🎙️ Introducing Episode Seven of the ‘Just Local’ Podcast!
We’re excited to continue our series showcasing inspiring stories from the heart of Worcestershire. This week, we’re joined by Laura Napper, Commercial Director at Sixways Stadium.
Laura shares her journey in the world of sports and business, offering unique insights into what it takes to lead commercial success at one of the region’s most iconic venues. From driving partnerships to enhancing the fan experience, Laura’s passion for both sport and the local community shines through.
Whether you’re a...2025-01-2338 min
Today in Canadian HistoryJan 4 – Canadian Artist Pegi Nicol MacLeod is BornWe spoke with I spoke with Dr. Laura Brandon, a historian of Art and War at the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa as well as author of "Pegi by Herself: the life of Pegi Nicol MacLeod, Canadian artist".2025-01-0405 minToday in Canadian HistoryJan 4 – Canadian Artist Pegi Nicol MacLeod is BornWe spoke with I spoke with Dr. Laura Brandon, a historian of Art and War at the Canadian War Museum in Ottawa as well as author of "Pegi by Herself: the life of Pegi Nicol MacLeod, Canadian artist".2025-01-0405 min
Just LocalAn exclusive interview with Simon Lancaster and Laura Napper🎙️ Introducing Episode Five of the ‘Just Local’ Podcast!
The one you've all been waiting for – an exclusive interview with Simon Lancaster and Laura Napper about the exciting future of Worcester City FC!
We’re thrilled to bring you another exciting episode in our series, showcasing inspiring stories from the heart of Worcestershire. This week, we’re joined by Laura Napper, Commercial Director and Simon Lancaster.
In this episode, Laura and Simon share the exciting announcement that WCFC’s new home will officially be at Sixways Stadium. They discuss what this means for the clu...2024-12-2014 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 37. Emma Seymour’s CFO Journey at Deputy—How Rebalancing Led to Profitability and Unicorn StatusToday, I'm connecting with Emma Seymour, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Deputy. Emma is no stranger to navigating big transitions—whether steering a company through acquisitions, adapting through CEO leadership changes, driving profitable growth in uncertain post-pandemic times, or achieving unicorn status. Known for her "throw the ball to me" mindset, I hope Emma's story reminds all of our female-identifying listeners of the power of stepping up before you feel ready. In today’s episode, we discuss: Her CFO leadership journey: From public practice to JobAdder to Deputy, where she became the youngest female CFO of an Aus...2024-12-0940 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 36. Annie Liao on Designing a Dream Career and Building a Training Campus for 1 Million AI Builders by 2026Today, I'm connecting with Annie Liao, founder and CEO of Build Club. What began as a weekend AI project among friends has now evolved into APAC’s largest AI learning platform. Fresh off closing her pre-seed round and going all-in on Build Club, Annie shares what’s next for her and her team. In today’s episode, we discuss: Annie’s early career journey as a data scientist, consultant, venture capitalist, community builder, operator, and startup founder—and the lessons she gained from each transition; A nod to her recent crowning as a Forbes Australia 30 Under 30 honoree; Scaling the impact of...2024-11-2636 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 35. Deena Metz on Building a Customer Success Function at Flagship—From Digital Health to Retail TechToday, I'm connecting with Deena Metz, Head of Customer Success at Flagship. For Deena, being at the nexus of a company is where she thrives, so she’s placed herself at the heart of an early-stage startup: customer success (CS). She’s one of 12 employees, building alongside Simon Molnar to establish Flagship as the backbone of retail operations in Australia, the US, and beyond. In today’s episode, we discuss: Deena’s childhood dream of playing soccer for the Matildas; How an internship in New York launched her career in digital health at ANDHealth+ and Perx Health; Joining Flagship as the f...2024-11-1134 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 34. From Clinical Medicine to Product: Dr Jackie Rabec’s Journey to Heidi Health and GoogleToday, I'm connecting with Jackie Rabec, Product Manager at Google. Jackie’s product leadership story is all about transitions—from corners of the globe to non-linear career paths and reframing impact beyond just our work. In our conversation, we discuss: The importance of “doing your homework”; Growing up in South Africa and following her mother’s path into medicine; Definitive decision-making versus directional decision-making and how it guided her transition from medicine to tech and product; Visualising your career as a pond of lily pads; Her journey from being the first PM at Heidi Health to a non-health tech product ro...2024-10-2842 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 33. George Hatzis on Product Design: Journey from Startups to Scale-Ups and Fractional Impact for Early-Stage TeamsI'm connecting with George Hatzis, a fractional product designer for early-stage startup teams. From his early curiosity about design and product at Ignition to redesigning a personal loan application admin at Wisr and building and scaling a multi-brand design system for healthcare products at Eucalyptus, he's no stranger to the twists and turns of startups and scale-ups. In this episode, we cover practical design and MVP design systems—what they are and how to apply them in fast-moving, scrappy environments; taking the independent product design route and his “Mary Poppins-style” approach to fractional work; his journey (so far) building a migr...2024-10-1447 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 32. Coaching with Maxine Minter: How to Be the Best on the Field as a High-Impact, High-Performing Startup OperatorToday, I'm connecting with Maxine Minter, executive coach, founder of Co Lab, and General Partner of Co Ventures. Coaching and mentoring leapfrogging someone’s career trajectory has been a key theme percolating our recent episodes, SO… recognising that having a coach is a privilege and perhaps more uncommon at the operator level in the ANZ ecosystem; this is a SPECIAL EPISODE to help open source some tips and tricks. For context, executive coaching helps you close the gap between where you are now and where you want to be as a leader. In this episode, Laura talks to Maxine Mint...2024-09-3056 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 31. Growth Enzyme Mindset: Taylor Fox-Smith on Academia, Channel Partnerships and Building Community at AirwallexToday, I'm connecting with Taylor Fox-Smith, Head of Community Partnerships at Airwallex. In this episode, we explore Taylor's formative years and Montessori education and dive into her latest project: building the community function at fintech unicorn Airwallex, a cross-border payments company. We also unpack her lessons from scaling channel partnerships across various stages and verticals (PropTech and ClimateTech), her journey of finding a deep sense of self amidst the ebbs and flows of startups, and her mission to become a growth enzyme for founders.Find Taylor Fox-Smith on:LinkedInTaylor’s Northstar:Her Dad, Ga...2024-09-1648 min
Sacred & Rooted54. Are you looking for a sign? Here's Why You should beIf you've been curious about how to start looking for Signs from the universe, or whether you are crazy for thinking you're receiving Signs - this episode is for you! :) And fyi - you aren't crazy.
This episode is inspired by the book called Signs: The Secret Language of the Universe by Laura Lynne Jackson - highly, highly recommend it!! This is probably my most recommended book by far!
The universe is constantly talking to us but when we are too stressed or too busy or too distracted in general, we miss it. This episode w...2024-09-0933 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 30. Emily Robinson on Scaling with Purpose: From Leading People and Culture at Linktree to Driving Growth as GM at KicEmily's an incredible people and operations leader who is passionate about doing things differently. Her latest project is Kic, a fitness app quashing diet culture—founded by Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith. In this episode, we explore her journey from corporate to startup land; leading inside a unicorn to a bootstrapped company with year-on-year growth. There were so many, but highlights include: Balancing anxiety and mental health around leadership and the techniques that have defined Emily. Scaling from employee #90 at Linktree to leading a 20-person people and culture team through rapid growth. Reshaping Kic's strategy from product-led to a...2024-09-0343 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 29. Building Scar Tissue: Albert Patajo’s Path from Venture Capital to Fatherhood and Scaling Nexl Beyond Series AIn this episode, we explore Albert’s journey from growing up as an immigrant in Australia to becoming a startup leader and new dad to his daughter, Ava. Albert is a true fundraising nerd, and watching him level up on his way to Victory Road is a joy. We dive into how he built conviction to leave venture capital and step into a leadership role at Nexl—a vertical SaaS company that provides collaboration, relationship management, and CRM software to B2B law firms (think Pearson Hardman vibes!). Albert also shares lessons from his operator journey—from building scar tissue...2024-08-2041 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 28. From Rowing to an All-Women-Founded Exit: Maddi Ingham’s Playbook for Building Unstoppable Chief of Staff Partnerships and Mastering M&AIn this episode, I dial into a conversation with Maddi Ingham, 2x Chief of Staff, now working in stealth on her next venture. Maddi's career is a testament to her commitment to creating a better world for people and the planet. We explore her journey from management consulting to her catch-all role in Verve Super’s acquisition—a remarkable all-women-founded exit celebrated as “the business story we need” by Women’s Agenda. We dive into her experiences solving complex early-stage problems, the role of trust in navigating M&A processes during leadership team parental leave, and the impact of executive...2024-08-0641 min
Mind Caddie - Improve Your Mental Golf GameCOMMITMENT - Could this be the SECRET to holing PUTTS? – Dr Laura Carey and Caesar Bayliss #318Today on the podcast we are joined by Dr Laura Carey and Caesar Bayliss from Perception Sport Are you going to take ACTION and become a Certified Mind Factor coach? Join us for a wonderful three days in Manchester in November Get in touch at https://themindfactor.net/the-certification-course/ Laura has conducted some amazing research around putting over the past number of years in particular around gaze control and also brain activity prior to actually hitting the putt. What she has uncovered has the potential to transform t...2024-07-261h 04
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 27. Mikayla Hopkins on Building a World-Class Marketing Function and Brand at Tracksuit—Journey from Beer to Beauty to B2B SaaSMikayla builds brands people can't stop talking about. Her latest project is Tracksuit, recognised in The Generalist's Future 50 list as one of the world's highest potential startups. We dive into her career journey from beer to beauty to B2B SaaS; the bumpy (but amazing) road of marketing leadership to $15 million ARR at Tracksuit; the challenges of rapid growth; her experience serving in her first startup board seat; and the role brand will play in the world automated by AI. Plus, some real talk on finding your identity beyond work, fighting for your seat at the table and the...2024-07-2239 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 26. A new era, Handing over Calling Operator to Laura Nicol, from front row with Anna Wintour to Chief Of Staff at Co VenturesEpisode summary:This week, we’re thrilled to introduce Laura Nicol, the new host of the Calling Operator podcast! In this special transition episode, we get to know Laura and her incredible journey—from the front rows of London Fashion Week beside Anna Wintour and Vivienne Westwood to the picturesque Queenstown, New Zealand, where she was among the first employees at First Table, and finally, her role as Chief of Staff to Maxine Minter at Co Ventures.Laura shares her insights on thinking driven by repeatable motions, learning resilience from athletes, and the unique perspective of t...2024-07-0939 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 25. Shilpa Mohan's journey from award winning interior designer to head of ops at ProcurePro and finding confidence through changesEpisode summary:This week, we sat down with Shilpa Mohan, Head of Operations at ProcurePro. We explore themes of confidence, career transitions, and true self-belief beyond external validation. Shilpa shares her inspiring vision for diversity in startups, highlighting the positive changes happening in the ecosystem. Tune in for personal stories, insightful discussions, and thought-provoking ideas on building a better future in tech.Shilpa's resources: Guy Raz: How I built this podcast Acquired podcastScaling people: tactics for management & company building, Claire Hughes Johnson
A note from you...2024-06-2541 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 24. Georgia Marshall on Building community, co-living across the world and small changes for big impactEpisode summary:This week, Georgia Marshall takes us through her journey from Fishburners to founding Humans for Good and Flock. Georgia shares her experiences building communities, running pitch nights, and developing Flock, a database of diverse communities. Discover how she creates meaningful connections and leverages no-code tools. Perfect for anyone interested in community building and the future of co-living. Tune in for practical insights and inspiration.
A note from your host, Laura:My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup operators across various functional areas and learn how they...2024-06-1240 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 23. Jared Bergman's Journey to Vow — From Bionic Eyes to Blowing Up the Bioreactor (Not Literally, Yet)Dive into Jared Bergman's journey on this week's episode, where he shares his transition from developing bionic eyes at university to pushing the boundaries of biotech at Vow. Discover the thrilling world of engineering innovative solutions for sustainable food production. This episode is a must-listen for anyone intrigued by the intersection of technology and sustainability—where science meets the dinner table. Join us to explore how Jared's work at Vow is shaping the future of food.A note from your host, Laura:
My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup
operators across various functional areas and learn ho...2024-05-1456 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 23. Gaby Howard on Navigating the Shift from Founder to Operator in Tech: Insights from Carted and FlaunterThis week, we delve into Gaby's journey from founding Flaunter to spearheading operations and growth at Carted. Gaby takes us through her unique journey back to an operational role after experiencing the highs and lows of being a founder herself, the shifts in mindset and approach required when moving from leading your business to amplifying someone else's vision. A note from your host, Laura:
My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup
operators across various functional areas and learn how they excel at
building and scaling companies. As a Chief of Staff, I often find myself
in...2024-04-2451 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 22. Polina Nesterova on Pioneering Meaningful Change in Health Tech with Neurode, Inventia Life Sciences, and HealthMatchResources mentioned:Radical Candor, Kim Scott Spades, Hearts, Diamonds feedback framework Outlive, the science & art of longevity, Peter Attia
A note from your host, Laura:My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup operators across various functional areas and learn how they excel at building and scaling companies. As a Chief of Staff, I often find myself in (virtual) rooms with people facing similar challenges and reinventing the wheel. I want this podcast to open a line for operators across Australia and New Zealand to learn from fell...2024-04-0151 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 21. Emma Earley From Unconventional Paths to Remarkable Outcomes: Defying Norms & Embracing Inclusive Leadership at RemarkableResources mentioned:Fair Play by Eve RodskyEmotional Agility by Dr. Susan David
A note from your host, Laura:My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup operators across various functional areas and learn how they excel at building and scaling companies. As a Chief of Staff, I often find myself in (virtual) rooms with people facing similar challenges and reinventing the wheel. I want this podcast to open a line for operators across Australia and New Zealand to learn from fellow operators. Each episode shares personal...2024-03-1851 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 20. Deanna Hood on Becoming a technical leader in Health Tech robotics at Vexev and Inventia, Embracing Learning as a Skill and Shattering STEM Stereotypes.Find Deanna here:TikTok / @deanna.stemInstagram @deanna.stemhttps://dhood.io/ Resources mentioned: Quiet: the power of introverts in a world that can't stop talkingBrave not Perfect: Fear less, Fail more and Live Bolderhttps://www.meetup.com/ 2024-03-041h 09
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 19. Sam Garven from dreaming of living in the forrest studying gorilla's to people leadership at ZipCo, Kinde + moreYou can find Sam here on Linkedin Resources mentioned: WGEA report: Gender Pay GapFair Work amendments 2024 Josh Bersin Podcast
A note from your host, Laura:My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup operators across various functional areas and learn how they excel at building and scaling companies. As a Chief of Staff, I often find myself in (virtual) rooms with people facing similar challenges and reinventing the wheel. I want this podcast to open a line for operators across Australia and New Zealand to...2024-02-201h 10
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 18. Holly Brooks - From Childhood in Doha to Overcoming Early Career Hurdles, Achieving Her Dream Job at StartmateResources mentioned in this episode:MKT1 NewsletterHalf of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi AdichieThe Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
A note from your host, Laura:My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup operators across various functional areas and learn how they excel at building and scaling companies. As a Chief of Staff, I often find myself in (virtual) rooms with people facing similar challenges and reinventing th...2024-02-0547 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 17. Nicole Meaker on studying Engineering in adulthood, figuring out what you actually find interesting and working at Marqo as a Product ManagerListen to this interview with Nicole Meaker and dive into... Unexpected Paths Lead to Rewarding Careers: Nicole's journey into tech was unplanned. Despite an initial lack of interest in math and science, her diverse experiences, including working in bars and a call centre, led her to discover a passion for technology. A reminder to never forget the importance of exploring and being open to unexpected career paths.Continuous Learning and Adaptability: Nicole emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, as seen in her decision to study engineering in her twenties and her varied roles in IT. L...2024-01-231h 06
Lasting Impact WellnessNeurodegenerative Disorders - Part 2 - Prevention: An Ongoing Discussion with Dr. Erik Ensrud (Ep 14)Join us for part 2 of our discussion with neurologist Dr. Erik Ensrud as we continue to discuss neurodegenerative disorders and explore the factors that WE can control that may decrease our risk or modify our course if we are indeed diagnosed.
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Lasting Impact WellnessNeurodegenerative Disorders - Part 1: An Interview with Dr. Erik Ensrud (Ep 13)Progressive decline in our brains and nervous system, more than other types of disease, truly challenges who we are as individual people. Neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimers, Parkinson's, Multiple Sclerosis and others are among the most feared possibilities we face.
Join Dr. Parker Hays for a two part discussion with neurologist Dr. Erik Ensrud to learn about the range of these diseases that affect millions of people.
But more than a review, the message is that now, more than ever, we can do something about changing our risk of ever getting these diseases or the...2023-09-2145 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 16. Alex Crawshaw from boarding school to a grad job at Deloitte and then finally landing a dream role at HalterAlex Crawshaw is a finance manager and chartered accountant at Halter, a New Zealand AgTech startup on a mission to enable farmers to run more productive and sustainable farms. Alex grew up in NZ and went to boarding school (with her now founder, Craig Piggott!) before university which ended up with her landing a grad job at Deloitte. We chat through Alex's journey, passion for her role at Halter and tips for anyone thinking of making the transition from corporate, to a startup environment. A note from your host, Laura:
My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from...2023-09-1133 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 15. Dr Izzy Bigio from six years at med-school, to two years as a Doctor and then a massive personal rebrand before landing at Blackbird as a community partner** Apologies for the radio silence! I have moved interstate, had some tough family news and am also at a new job - this episode is an absolute banger to come back to, so please enjoy 🙏 **
This week I sat down with Dr Izzy Bigio, Blackbirds Aotearoa-based Platform manager and my first colleague to come on calling operator. Izzy takes us through her journey to start-ups, after being fixated on med school as a teen, spending six years studying medicine, spending two years (during a pandemic) as a doctor only to have a bit of a life-altering realisation: she doesn't want to...2023-08-2142 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 14. Gemma Clancy & Will Richards, creators of the Overnight Success newsletter talk about building something from nothingInteresting in Overnight Success? find them hereResources mentioned: Acquired podcast Tech Safari Acquisitions anonymous Lennys newsletter
A note from your host, Laura:My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup operators across various functional areas and learn how they excel at building and scaling companies. As a Chief of Staff, I often find myself in (virtual) rooms with people facing similar challenges and reinventing the wheel. I want this podcast to open a line for operators across Australia and New Zealand to learn from fellow operators. Each e...2023-06-271h 12
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 13. Monica Masaoka from Airwallex on pushing against the conventional path, going from retail at Mecca to Zip co and finding her place in RevOps at AirwallexResources mentioned: Scaling People, Claire Highs JohnsonRosalyn Santa Elena, RevOps influencer RecOps Impact Newsletter, Jeff Ignacio Pavillion University
A note from your host, Laura:My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup operators across various functional areas and learn how they excel at building and scaling companies. As a Chief of Staff, I often find myself in (virtual) rooms with people facing similar challenges and reinventing the wheel. I want this podcast to open a line for operators across Australia and New Zealand to le...2023-06-1254 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 12. Royina Bakshi from Nutromics on turning adversity into a superpower and finding the perfect spot in a MedTech hardware start-upResources mentioned: Influence: The psychology of persuasion Inside the nudge unit: how small differences can make a big difference
A note from your host, Laura:My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup operators across various functional areas and learn how they excel at building and scaling companies. As a Chief of Staff, I often find myself in (virtual) rooms with people facing similar challenges and reinventing the wheel. I want this podcast to open a line for operators across Australia and New Zealand to learn from fellow operators. Each episode sh...2023-05-0943 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 11. Carrie Gray from Atlassian on being a humming bird person and using her experience to cross pollinate the worldResources mentioned in this episode: Atlassian PlaybookAtlassian Team 2023 online eventElizabeth Gilbert: the Curiosity-Driven life podcastTedTalk - Hire a MumMidset: Ben Crowe: Mojoespresso
A note from your host, Laura:My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup operators across various functional areas and learn how they excel at building and scaling companies. As a Chief of Staff, I often find myself in (virtual) rooms with people facing similar challenges and reinventing the wheel. I want this podcast to open a line for operators across Australia and New Zealand to learn from fellow o...2023-04-1848 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 10. Garry Williams on a non-linear pathway into tech, loving life at Tractor Ventures and hard life stories**Content warning at the bottom of this section** ** Please note that this episode touches on grief and murder and may be distressing for some listeners. If you or someone you know is experiencing grief, please visit the below resources and remember to take care of yourself.https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ Griefline 1300 845 745Lifeline 131 114 Headspace 1800 650 890
A note from your host, Laura:My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup operators across various functional areas and learn how the...2023-03-0652 min
Calling Operator with Laura NicolEp 9. Estelle Berton on landing at Eucalyptus, the power of peer learning and removing 'sorry' from your vocabularyResources mentioned: Podcast, Radical CandorPodcast, the imperfectsJohn Cutler, LinkedIn
A note from your host, Laura:My goal for Calling Operator is to open-source stories from startup operators across various functional areas and learn how they excel at building and scaling companies. As a Chief of Staff, I often find myself in (virtual) rooms with people facing similar challenges and reinventing the wheel. I want this podcast to open a line for operators across Australia and New Zealand to learn from fellow operators. Each episode shares personal stories, the execution behind big ideas, career-defining moments, su...2023-02-1353 min
ADHDAFEpisode 40: The Non-cisgender & ADHD overlap with Katie HarrisonNon-binary neurodivergent counsellor Katie Harrison LPC, based in Misouri is a total ledge! Their unique perpective as all of the above enables Katie to identify neurodvergence in clients the world over. Please note, that identification is not the same as diagnosis! Once identified, Katie helps clients navigate the adult ADHD diagnosis process in their country. Which comes with added difficulties when you are non-cisgendered.It's been said that ADHDers are highly intuitive, Katie argues that the so called ‘intuition’ of people who are Assigned Female At Birth; especially those with late diagnosed ADHD is actually due t...2023-01-311h 06