Eden Exchanges

Hello and welcome to Eden Exchanges. Today we spoke to Mike Steltenpool, Regional Franchisor & Franchise Owner for Jim's Pool Care Regional Central Coast NSW. Mike delved into his experiences in franchising, his perceptions of where the market is heading and what makes a great Pool care franchisee. Mike also discusses the common perceptions of the modern pool care serviceman, the benefits of ownin...

Brewing up good business. Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to Jason Angus , Barista Manager of Beans Republique Parkdale. Jason delved into how he became a barista for Beans Republic and how he came to be in is current position in Parkdale. Jason also told stories about being a Barista Manager, anecdotes about being behind the counter and a day in the life of a Beans Republic café franchise.

Managing a management business. Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to Tim Marsh a Licensee for LMA Leadership Management Australia in Brisbane. Tim discusses his past management job roles, his history working in the government sector and his move to the role of Licensee in Queensland. Tim also discusses what makes a LMA licensee successful, the requirements of the role and what LMA is bringing to th...

From Master of the seas to Master of franchises. Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to Salman Rizvi Master Franchisor of Regional NSW Penrith for James’ Home Services. Salman spoke about his beginnings as a master navigator for the navy and his move into real estate franchising.  Salman also discusses the merits of his region of Penrith near the Blue mountains, the new prospects in the area and the...

The business of security. Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to Paul Godden Franchise Sales Manager for Jim's Security and Jim's Antennas. Paul describes the growing market for home and commercial security installations in Australia and Jim' growth in the lucrative sector. Paul discuses the opportunity, who makes for the right type of franchisee and Jim's strategy for franchisee success in the secto...

Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to Jamie Byard who heads up Jim’s Real Estate in Australia. Listen as Jamie discusses the Jim’s Real Estate opportunity and outlines the franchises expansion into real estate. We discussed what brought Jamie into the business, the nature of the opportunity for franchisees and Jim's strategy to grow the franchise with Australia's lucrative real estate sector.

Dreaming of running your own business? Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to Theo Myriskos who is a Franchisee for James Home Services home and office cleaning in Melbourne’s North. Theo delved into his white collar beginnings and his background in a family business. Theo also details his decision to bite the bullet to achieve his dream of being his own boss and to be financially independent.

Today on Eden Exchanges, we spoke to Hayden Millers of James' Home Services in the Gold Coast North. Haydn delved into his jet setting past working around the world, his experience in sales, and his return to our southern shores to run a successful Real Estate business in Queensland. Haydn describes how a chat led to a James home services franchise, and gave his life balance. Listen out for tips o...

Moving with the digital times. Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to Grant Diers of Jim’s Antennas in Tasmania. Grant shares his background as a theatre machinist and how he came to buy a Jim’s Franchise. Grant also discusses Jim’s Antennas move to modern media, his 5 years in the business and Jim’s Antennas current customer base. Listen out for tips on how to be a successful franchisor and how to g...

The need to know of franchising. Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to Robert Graham, Director of ’CEO Consulting' experts in franchising, licensing and industry innovations. Robert tells us the story of how he started out in the Banking industry and touches on his experiences in the specialty and private consulting sector. Robert also gives us teasers on future industry endeavours, new comers and i...

Jim's is moving into realestate. Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to Trish Newett of Jim's Real Estate. Trish touches on her past as a traditional real estate agent and her time as a non traditional agent in property sales. Trish also touches on Jim's strategy on entering the market and Jim's approach to point of difference. Listen out for opportunities to join Jim's Real Estate and how to get in...

Today on Eden Exchanges, we spoke to Thierry Ducler a Kwik Kerb licensee in NSW. Thierry delved into his past career in sales and marketing and how he is able to utilise his experiences to create a thriving Kwik Kerb business today.

Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to Tim Tisdell, a Franchisor at Jim's Test & Tag and Fire Safety in Sydney and Regional NSW. Tim discussed why he moved from his old job into a franchise business, the relationship between Franchisee and Franchisor and his opinion on where the testing & tagging and fire safety industry is heading.  He also discussed a business opportunity available in Wagga Wagga w...

Why choose franchising? Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to John Brownsdon of James' Home Services on the Sunshine Coast. John recounts his early days with James' and his time as a trainer and Franchisor .  John talks about the benefits of the service that James' offers,  and why becoming a franchisee for the right reasons is important. Listen out for details on franchising with James' and why Jam...

In this episode of Eden Exchanges we spoke to Adrian Dell from Jim's Antennas in South Australia. Adrian discussed how he he was drawn to the opportunity and how his life changed since joining the franchise. Adrian also discussed how he re-evaluated his career, changed industries and the lucrative opportunities available at Jim's Antennas.

Today on Eden Exchanges we spoke to Cameron Scott from Jim's Antennas in Western Australia and South Australia. Cameron discussed how he made the move from a career at Channel 9 to franchisor at Jim's Antennas. He also discussed what makes for a successful franchisee, his improved work-life balance since joining the franchise and how Jim's Antennas is capitalising on growing market demand for ante...

In Todays episode, we spoke to James Angelevski of Jim's Pool Care in Victoria. James spoke to us about his quality of life since joining Jim’s, and how finding a franchise that suits your work-home life can be easy with the Jim's Group.  James also touched on how to find out more about available territories with Jim’s Pool Care and gave a step by step on how to become a Jim’s franchisee.

What is a business really worth? In this episode we spoke to Michael Kerr of Kerr Capital. Michael offers his insights on buying, selling and valuing a business in the Australian market,and also discussed key trends he is seeing in the sector as an advisor on business exits. Hear more about what kind of businesses Kerr Capital manages and what it really takes to capitalise on opportunities, in the...

In this episode of Eden Exchanges, we spoke to Alex Colls the Marketing General Manager of Kwik Kerb Australia. Alex explains what the business is all about and what is unique about being a Kwik Kerb Licensee.  Alex also explains how Australias home renovation trend is driving the industry into a boom, and what it means to be a Kwik Kerb licensee today. Listen in to find out how to become a Licens...

In this episode  of Eden Exchanges we speak to Craig Titheradge a Franchisor from Jim's Antennas in Queensland. Listen as Craig recalls how he became a Jim's franchisee and how the times have changed throughout his successful career. Craig also corrects a few misconceptions about where industry demand is coming from and where it is headed in the future. Listen out for more info on franchising oppo...

In this episode of Eden Exchanges we spoke to Mark York, a Jim's Antennas Franchisor in Northern New South Wales. Mark discussed the Jim's Antenna's business model, the latest territories up for grabs and growing demand in the industry.  Mark delved into the benefits of a Jim's franchise for working parents and bread winners looking to be their own boss and improve their work life balance. He also...

In this episode of Eden Exchanges we spoke to Scott Baker, a franchisee who has found recent success with Jim's Pool Care since joining the franchise in 2016. Find out what drove Scott to the opportunity, a detailed account of the training and onboarding process, and how being your own boss can have a hugely positive impact on your lifestyle.

In this episode of Eden Exchanges, we spoke to Grant Meikle, who is the National Franchisor for Jim's Bookkeeping & Tax. Grant shared with us his experiences with Jim's Bookkeeping and tax and discussed his international career as a Chartered Accountant before joining Jim's. He also discussed a lucrative Sydney Master Franchisor opportunity currently up for grabs with Jim's bookkeeping & Tax. Gran...

In this episode we spoke to Bob McCarthy, Licensee Recruitment Manager for Leadership Management Australia. Bob discussed the history of the company across the the globe and LMA's unique position in the training and educational industry. Listen out for tips on how to become a Licensee, what kind of person becomes successful and how LMA attracts licensees who grow their own businesses by developing...

In this episode of Eden Exchanges we hear how Blair McDonald started his search for a better lifestyle at a franchise expo, and is now the regional franchisor in Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs for James' Home Services. Listen in to learn about the benefits of joining this successful franchise system, which is steadily growing alongside the huge popularity of home services in Australia.