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The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem: Interview SeriesLaunch Event Bonus Episode - The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem: DocumentaryThis special bonus episode was recorded live at Fishburners as part of the Spark Festival in October 2022, to celebrate the launch of The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem documentary. The event included a panel of eight guests, each representing a different corner of the startup ecosystem: - Malcolm Turnbull, former Prime Minister - Michelle Deaker, Founding Partner of OneVentures - Larry Marshall, CEO of CSIRO - Marina Wu, Co-founder of Earlywork - Niki Scevak, Co-founder of Blackbird - Cheryl Mack, CEO of Aussie Angels - Preethi M...
2023-02-261h 13
The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem: DocumentaryLaunch Event Bonus EpisodeThis special bonus episode was recorded live at Fishburners as part of the Spark Festival in October 2022, to celebrate the launch of The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem documentary. The event included a panel of eight guests, each representing a different corner of the startup ecosystem: - Malcolm Turnbull, former Prime Minister - Michelle Deaker, Founding Partner of OneVentures - Larry Marshall, CEO of CSIRO - Marina Wu, Co-founder of Earlywork - Niki Scevak, Co-founder of Blackbird - Cheryl Mack, CEO of Aussie Angels - Preethi M...
2023-02-261h 12DayOne.FMLaunch Event Bonus EpisodeThis special bonus episode was recorded live at Fishburners as part of the Spark Festival in October 2022, to celebrate the launch of The History of the Australian Startup Ecosystem documentary. The event included a panel of eight guests, each representing a different corner of the startup ecosystem: - Malcolm Turnbull, former Prime Minister - Michelle Deaker, Founding Partner of OneVentures - Larry Marshall, CEO of CSIRO - Marina Wu, Co-founder of Earlywork - Niki Scevak, Co-founder of Blackbird - Cheryl Mack, CEO of Aussie Angels - Preethi M...
2023-02-261h 12
The Genesis of StartupsIdentifying a Natural Connection to Your CustomerIn this episode, we show you the power of understanding your customers. Identifying a natural connection to your customer segment is a combination of subject matter expertise and empathy to the problem you are trying to solve, enabling you to be better equipped to understand how your startup should operate to best address its customers' needs. We discuss this and more with our guest, Lauren Capelin.
2021-11-0422 minThe Genesis of StartupsFocus on Your NetworkEntrepreneurial success is as much about how you surround yourself with people as it is any startup mechanics. Focusing on your network allows you to discover potential customers, investors and talent. But what does effective networking look like? How do you build and maintain relationships? We explore these questions and more with our guest, Dean Tavener.
2021-10-2819 minThe Genesis of StartupsStrategies for Traction and GrowthFocusing on your customer to build and maintain traction is vital for any startup and is arguably the most important. Without traction, startups won't be able to attract funding, attract talent and grow. What does it mean to be a customer-centric business and understand your customer? We explore this and more with our guest, Jacob Lescove.
2021-10-2120 minThe Genesis of StartupsCommercialising Your Startup: Why Geography MattersThe 2020 WIPO Global Innovation Index ranks Australia as the 23rd most innovative country overall but 40 when it comes to commercialisation. This episode explores the practicalities of creating a startup in Australia - what the funding structures look like, the ecosystem and overall support with our guest, Justin Wastnage.
2021-10-1422 minThe Genesis of StartupsBuilding Your Startup With Your CustomerIn this episode, we explore deeper into the tried and true advice of understanding your customer. How do you know who your customers are to begin with? What if your customer doesn't know what they want? What if you are in a bleeding-edge industry? David Palacios shares his insights.
2021-10-0719 min
The Genesis of StartupsThe Three Types of FoundersWhy do you want to start a business? Is the fame and fortune? Is it the obsession to compete? Or is it passion? Having greater self-awareness for you inner motivations to be a startup founder equips you with the skills to persevere when things get tough. Our guest, Kevin Lu, explores.
2021-09-1622 minThe Genesis of StartupsPassion in EntrepreneurshipWhat if you don't know what your passion is? The age-old saying is to follow your passion, but the hardest part of that is not the following, but the identification. In this episode we explore the practical strategies to identify your passion and build self-awareness with our guest, Nikki Shah.
2021-09-0923 minThe Genesis of StartupsThe Reality of Building a StartupIt comes at no surprise that building a startup is hard. Very hard. And maybe it's not for everyone? Are there certain mindsets and personality traits that will be advantageous when building your business? Our guest, Joe Zhou, shares his insights.
2021-09-0215 minThe Genesis of StartupsBuilding Resilience to Fear and FailureCultivating a curiosity or growth mindset is critical for our wellbeing and success as founders. Having the ability to take a step back and evaluate our emotions allows a better understanding of the drivers, giving us space to recharge. How do we keep expectations in check? How do we develop a multi-faceted view of success? How do we find support networks? Our guest, Danielle Owen-Whitford discusses.
2021-08-2516 minThe Genesis of StartupsDo Not Be Married to Your IdeaAdaptability in industry is crucial, let alone in entrepreneurship. It's not uncommon for startups to be doing something completely different to what the founder had envisioned at the beginning. However, the emotional baggage that comes with changing your idea because of feedback is not always easy to digest. We discuss some strategies to overcome this and more with our guest, Nathalie Rafeh.
2021-08-1916 min
The Genesis of StartupsHow to Identify Growth OpportunitiesThis episode explores the critical concept of change, and specifically, how to adapt your startup to large structural changes. Large structural changes almost invariably forces people to unlearn old habits and adopt new ones. Entrepreneurs must then develop processes to detect and assess these shifts. We explore this and more with our guest, Christopher Michaelides.
2021-05-1325 min
The Genesis of StartupsStrategies to PersevereAt the risk of flogging a dead horse, what is the optimal amount of entrepreneurial perseverance? How does a startup founder learn to persevere and why is it important to do so? We answer these questions and much more with our guest, Brock Hatton.
2021-05-0626 min
The Genesis of StartupsThe Importance of Cash Flow ManagementStartup founders will invariably wear multiple hats as the business priorities ebb and flow. With the multitude of tasks that need attention, how do entrepreneurs focus on what matters most? How do we strike a balance between 'working on the business' and 'working in the business'? We discuss this and more with our guest, Pascale Helyar-Moray.
2021-04-2921 min
The Genesis of StartupsEffective Entrepreneurial LeadershipDo all leaders come in different shapes and sizes? Are some considered more 'effective' than others and if so, what does such a leader look like? In this episode, we examine what it takes to become an effective startup leader and the defining characteristics and values one must develop with our guest, Anna Fitzgerald.
2021-04-2223 min
Star Wars English ClassAnakin Skywalker and the Tragic HeroWelcome to Star Wars English Class! This week, Julia and Fern introduce themselves, discuss the Star Wars English Class curriculum, and tackle a question that’s been on their minds: is Anakin Skywalker a tragic hero? In this lesson, you will learn about the history of the tragic hero as Fern and Julia trace its roots from Greek and Renaissance tragedy to contemporary fiction. How do we define tragic heroism? To what extent does a tragic hero have agency over his fate? And how does Anakin Skywalker fit into this literary tradition?On the Syllabus:...
2021-04-181h 45
The Genesis of StartupsKnow Your Competitive AdvantagesIn this episode, we deep dive into the founder's competitive advantages. How can a founder best position themselves to sustain leverage over competitors? Are there certain characteristics that are essential? We explore these and more with our guest, Dan Fleming.
2021-04-1526 min
The Genesis of StartupsThe Art of IterationsThe importance of iterations when it comes to building your startup cannot be understated. In the beginning it may be tempting to think that there is no need to iterate, especially if you have a brilliant idea. However, iterations are about discovering what the market wants and aligning your solution to the problem, not the other way around. We discuss this with our guest, Andy Jamieson.
2021-04-0816 min
The Genesis of StartupsHave a Deep Understanding of the Problem You Are SolvingWhat do venture capital firms look for when assessing a startup? What sort of traits and characteristics should the founders have? We explore this and more with our guest, Alexandra Clunies-Ross.
2021-04-0123 min
The Genesis of StartupsDo It Your WayWhen it comes to entrepreneurship, it is important for founders to focus on building their startup, their way because nobody knows a startup more than its own founders. This means adhering to their values and what they believe is the right move. We discuss this and more with our guest, Weh Yeoh.
2021-03-2523 min
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2021-03-2348 min
The Genesis of StartupsCommercialising MedTech Startups: Beginning with the End in MindThere are no black and white answers when it comes to entrepreneurship and innovation. It is important that founders envision the final result of their startup - doing so creates direction. In this episode, Dr Dharmica Mistry shares her insights into commercialising MedTech startups by beginning with the end in mind.
2021-03-1821 min
The Genesis of StartupsHow to Make Vulnerability Your Entrepreneurial SuperpowerBeing vulnerable facilitates and builds relationships and unlocks greater opportunities to learn. It requires an understanding that you don't have all the answers - and that's okay. In this episode, we discuss how an entrepreneur can turn their vulnerability into a superpower with Mark Macduffie.
2021-03-1123 min
The Genesis of StartupsHow to Launch a Tech Startup without a Tech BackgroundEveryday someone has a brilliant idea and everyday that idea is abandoned because they have no clue how to start. Is it possible to launch a startup without the specific skillset? How does one validate the idea? How do we measure performance? We explore this and much more with our guest, Paul Towers.
2020-10-2922 min
The Genesis of StartupsThe Simple Tools for Working on Yourself as a FounderEntrepreneurship can be lonely, especially if you are a sole founder and bootstrapping. You may not have a huge amount of people around you to help, so it is especially important to work on yourself. In this episode, we explore how to identify limiting beliefs, values and passions in order to be the best person you can in business with our guest, Victoria Edghill.
2020-10-2224 min
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The Genesis of StartupsFiltering Information: How to Know Which Advice to FollowInformation and advice on how to grow your startup is easy to find. When that information contradicts one another, entrepreneurs can easily get confused on which to follow. How do we know which to follow? Our guest, Eric Belarbre shares his insights.
2020-10-1518 min
The Genesis of StartupsHow to Grow Your Social EnterpriseGrowing any startup is hard, let alone a social enterprise. Social entrepreneurs are held to higher standards and achieving a sustainable business model isn't enough - we need to make impact. We explore this and more with our guest, Angela Kwan.
2020-10-0827 min
The Genesis of StartupsHow Entrepreneurs can Leverage Their Skills to Solve Global ProblemsEntrepreneurs are always at the forefront of solving the world's biggest problems. We are born problem-solvers - looking for new and better ways to do things. In an increasingly tumultuous world, how can entrepreneurs best utilise their efforts to solve wicked problems? We explore this and more with our guest, Naomi Nash.
2020-10-0136 min
The Genesis of StartupsTrust in BusinessIn this episode we deep dive into what it takes to build a trust network in business. We often draw analogies of war when thinking about business - how can we extract the most value? Our guest, Sharon Melamed, presents an alternative view in which she built her multi-award winning startup with trust.
2020-09-2421 min
The Genesis of StartupsHow to be Okay with UncertaintyDealing with uncertainty is an inevitable part of building any startup. Although the fear, paralysis and distress doesn't have to be. Our guest, Dr Hayley Watson, shares clinically proven strategies in becoming okay with uncertainty - to be more self-aware and lean into the feeling of discomfort, rather than burying it under the rug.
2020-09-1734 min
The Genesis of StartupsThe Art of PatienceJumping into hasty conclusions creates artificial timelines in your mind. When your startup fails to align to that timeline, the mind can run wild. The truth is, the world is a complex place, full of nuance. Sometimes we need to learn how to radically accept circumstances beyond our control and be patient for success. Our guest, James Crowther, shares his insights.
2020-09-1029 min
The Genesis of StartupsConfidence, Feedback & MentorshipDo you get paralysed by overthinking? With so many opportunities to explore, directions to head and advice to listen to, how can we decide what to do next? In this episode, we deep dive into the work in progress adult and focus in on "just doing it!"
2020-09-0328 min
The Genesis of StartupsRaising Finance: Equity or Debt?In this episode we explore the differences between venture equity and venture debt with our guest, Tony Sinclair. We go over the options and requirements a startup should consider before raising finance.
2020-08-2722 min
The Genesis of StartupsDefining a Clear Purpose and ValuesWithout a clear organisational purpose, a vision for the future and a set of values to guide you, it is impossible to make decisions on what to do or how to do it. These are the bedrock of any successful organisation - a sense of knowing why you exist and what sort of organisation you aspire to be. Sadly, too often, they end up being overlooked in the annual and monthly cycles of business execution or have been ignored for so long that they are no longer relevant (despite being neatly laminated and stuck on the boardroom wall).
2020-05-1423 min
The Genesis of StartupsI have An Idea but Don't Know Where to StartThis episode explores three critical questions in the entrepreneur's journey: how to find problems worth solving, turn those problems into an opportunity and how to execute those ideas. Our guest and 6-time founder, Jonathan Chak analyses his experience from working with over 500 different startups as a Senior Advisor for Jobs for New South Wales.
2020-05-0726 min
The Genesis of StartupsThe Art of NegotiationIn this episode, we explore all things negotiating. It's part of everyday life, especially in business, but somehow we still get cold sweat at the thought of having to do it each time. How do we learn to keep a level head, to prepare better and most importantly, to be more effective? We discuss this and more with our guest, Will Chambers.
2020-04-3025 min
The Genesis of StartupsHow to Look After Yourself Whilst Building a StartupIt's incredibly stressful to build a startup and no one can deny that the process, often involving working another job and perhaps studying, can get lonely. How do we learn to look after ourselves when chasing dreams and not forget our mental health? We discuss these and more with our guest, Emily Bobis - co-founder of Compass IoT.
2020-04-2318 min
The Genesis of StartupsTo Raise Finance, Or Not To Raise Finance, That is the QuestionRaising Venture Capital funding has become a buzzword in the halls of the startup community. Each time a startup successfully raises funding, they are showered with media praise - perhaps even more so than attaining profitability. Why is that? In this episode we discuss the fetish that is, raising capital, explore indicators of when a company should raise capital and lastly, look at what could possibly go wrong with prematurely using somebody's capital.
2020-04-0215 min
The Genesis of StartupsHow a Startup can Sell to Giants: The Science of B2B SalesIt's no secret, selling is hard - especially as a startup. The modern day sales process is all about building relationships and giving value. And with almost zero reputation and bargaining power, initially, what can a startup do to capture the attention of giants? In this episode, we explore the science of business to business sales with Nicole Buskiewicz, founder of the multi-award winning (bootstrapped) startup, Advoc8.
2020-03-2619 min
The Genesis of StartupsUsing Social Media to Get Your First CustomersSocial Media isn't just a place to share nice-looking pictures and stories. Used correctly, it can be a powerful tool to jumpstart your business and raise awareness at the beginning; attaining much needed early adopters. But of course, it doesn't just stop there, year after year social media continues to become more relevant in our everyday lives. Marybeth Dela Cruz, co-founder and brand strategist of Paper Pens Co., explores how to leverage social media to grow your startup.
2020-03-1908 min
The Genesis of StartupsHow to Build and Motivate Your Dream TeamIn this episode we show you the power of putting people and culture first. With disengagement or attrition costing business almost 250% of an employee's salary, business simply can't afford to have people as an afterthought. We explore how to build and motivate your dream team with our guest, Will Blott.
2020-03-1215 min
The Genesis of StartupsHow to Grow Your Business with the Help of Your NetworkIn this episode we discuss all things networking. It takes a country to raise a startup, but often startup founders can get stuck thinking that they need to do everything themselves and fail to realise the amazing support around them. How do we learn to see the value of our network? How do we learn ask for help? How do we learn to grow our network? We answer these questions and much more with our guest, 6-time startup founder, Alex Carpenter.
2020-03-0526 min
The Genesis of StartupsThe Art of BrandingIn this episode, we deep dive into all things branding. With so much information available to consumers in the 21st century and companies and startups vying for that limited attention, branding will be the most important asset of the next decade. Our guest and expert brand strategist, Keeva Stratton, explores where to start.
2020-02-2723 min