Startup Diaries

Nathan Chan, the highly accomplished CEO of Foundr, has established an impressive digital presence with over 3.5 million followers. Through his work, he has connected renowned entrepreneurs, including Richard Branson, Arianna Huffington, Mark Cuban, and Tim Ferriss, with millions of people each month. His remarkable success and experience have provided him with valuable insights into how to start...

Are you wanting to build your business and sell it for millions? Tobi Pearce shares his insights on how to build a business, which is appealing to buyers.  Tobi reveals his $400 million exit from SWEAT and selling to the US software company iFIT and his life since stepping down as CEO.   Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/76a0Psw8kv9i1FGQHMrutl?si=s1EYBIAxQMqX_V3KOtI...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with the Co-Founders of Tomorrow Skincare, Raoul and Lewis. In 2021, Raoul and Lewis launched Tomorrow Skincare, a 4 step skin health system to eliminate poor skin hygiene and enhance the skin's appearance.  Raoul and Lewis reveal the evolution of Tomorrow Skincare, how to secure investors, their biggest challenges in business, the one thin...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Erin Deering, the Co-Founder of Triangl Swimwear.  In 2012, Erin Deering and then-partner Craig Ellis launched Triangl, a women’s swimwear company born from a discussion they had on a Melbourne, Australia, beach, the location of their second date. Erin reveals her journey of borrowing money from friends to start up a passion project, t...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with the boys at GeedUp Co. From West Sydney Australia to the world, GeedUp Co has grown at an unprecedented rate and is now considered the largest streetwear brand in Australia. The boys reveal what makes GeedUp Co special, their formula to success, the crazy campaigns they have facilitated, a winners mindset, how to project for the future...

Mark Ritson, with experience working for notable brands in Australia, emphasises the importance of first acquiring a foundational understanding of marketing before claiming expertise. He suggests that it's crucial to familiarize oneself with existing rules and principles before introducing new ideas to the field. Do you agree? Mark Ritson is the Founder of Marketing Week Mini MBA and global brand...

Are you struggling to get the attention of potential customers in today's crowded market? Sabri Suby shares his insights on how to help your business stand out. Sabri built King Kong with $0 in his bedroom, making over 150 cold calls per day. Today, King Kong is valued at over $50,000,000.   Listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1DIJdMKmYcI2pVLWNFAdfQ?si=Ae5_P8XoSh2tsic...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Nick Bell, Founder of First Page and Removify and much more! Nick dropped out of university with 0 staff in 2008 to now 1400 and growing with no capital raised. He turned $300 in start-up capital into $300 million and being listed on the AFR Young Rich List 5 years straight. Nick reveals the power of cold calling, hiring mistakes, why...

Want to scale your ecommerce business without breaking the bank on advertising costs? Paul Waddy recommends following the 50/30/20 rule: aim for a 50% gross margin, spend 30% or less on operating expenses, and aim for a 20% net profit. But that's not all – a strong launch is crucial for success. Instead of relying solely on paid advertising, try growth hacking techniques to get your brand out ther...

On this week's episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Davie Fogarty, Founder of The Oodie, Calming Blankets, Australian Furniture Warehouse and Co-Founder of Pupnaps. Davie dropped out of university to then go on to make over $200,000,000 a year. Davie said it took more than a dozen "failed" business ideas before he struck gold back in 2018 when he was only 23 years old. Davie reveals how...

Every business leader is in search of the next lesson. My hope with these lessons is that they can shift the way you think, change your mind or solve a problem you are facing.    Jess Hatzis is the Co-Founder of the cheeky skin care brand, Frank Body. Leveraging the power of social media and viral marketing, Frank Body was one of the first brands to build a strong community and prescence on instag...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Laura and Dave, Co-Founders of Bali Body. Laura and Dave were living the tropical island life in Bali. This is where the inspiration to create a brand that delivered summer in a bottle originates from. The young Australian couple had a vision to create a natural and vegan-friendly suncare range that would be well-suited to people who s...

Every business leader is in search of the next lesson. My hope with these lessons is that they can shift the way you think, change your mind or solve a problem you are facing.    Jade Spooner is a serial entrepreneur, an amazing leader and over an amazing human. Jade was a Co-founder of the fastly growing company Equalution, was a Forbes 30 Under 30 and is now a second time co-founder at the quick...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Chelsea Pottenger, Founder of EQ Minds and Author of The Mindful High Performer. Chelsea is responsible for helping brands such as eBay, Google, Telstra and CBA improve mental health in the workplace and find a better balance for their employees. Chelsea reveals the 4 pillars you must get right, why you need time off, how to create a c...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Ash Sampson, the Brand Director of Reebok. In 2021 Adidas sold Reebok for a whooping $2.5 Billion USD. Ash was given the responsibility to build the new team from the ground up. Ash reveals why passion is so important, his lessons as a leader, what makes a brand truely great, how to create a perfect culture, how to avoid hiring mistake...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle and Olivia sit down to debunk their 5 MUST HAVE Marketing Strategies For 2022. Did their predictions actually come true? Is it too late to implement these staregies? What is in store for 2023? Which brands sank and which brands swam? If you want to know how to go viral and caption your customers attention in a world of saturation, how to create memor...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Adam Ferrier, the Founder of Thinkerbell Pty Ltd. In 2021 Thinkerbell was crowned Mumbrella's Creative and PR and Full Service Agency of The Year (the only time an agency has ever won all three titles in one year). Adam reveals the things that make you "cool", all the things brand isn't, how to influence your customer, his biggest less...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Daniel Flynn, the Co-Founder of Thankyou and author of best-selling book, Chapter One. Daniel Flynn helped raise more then $17,000,000 for 22 of the word's poorest regions - with the sole intent to end extreme poverty. Daniel reveals the one thing you need to launch your startup, how one idea can change the lives of so many, how to get...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Paul Waddy, Director of Paul Waddy Advisory Pty Ltd and Author of Shopify for Dummies. With over 12 years experience advising some of Australia's most successful online retailers, ranging from start-up to $150m+, Paul was named Number 2 in the Top 50 People in Ecommerce in 2021. Paul reveals his 15 | 20 | 30 rule, the one thing you mus...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Effie Kats, the Founder of Effie Kats Official and Co-Founder of Bayse. At only 23 years old, Effie built the brand 'Zachary The Label', which saw unprecedented growth, with the likes of Kendall and Kylie Jenner wearing it regularly. Fast forward only 4 years, 'Zachary The Label' went into administration. Effie reveals her rise from lo...

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Tobi Pearce, the Co-Founder of SWEAT. Tobi reveals his $400 million exit from SWEAT, after selling to the US software company iFIT and his life since stepping down from his role as CEO. Watch the full episode to hear the key reason to Tobi's success, the number one reason your business isn't growing, steps to take if you want to build...

On this weeks Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with Mark Ritson, the Founder of Marketing Week Mini MBA and global brand consultant for Louis Vuitton, Westpac, Sephora, Dom Perignon, Hennessy, Flight Centre and MANY more. Mark reveals how he bullshitted his way into Harvard Business School, consulting for Louis Vuitton and some of the biggest brands in the world, which marketing tactics...

On this weeks Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with the CEO of Foundr, Nathan Chan. With over 3.5 million followers, Foundr connects entrepreneurs such as Richard Branson, Arianna Huffington, Mark Cuban, Tim Ferriss and many more, with millions of people every month. Nathan reveals the risk in starting a business, the secret to growing Foundr to over 3.5 million followers, how to transit...

On this weeks Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with the Chief Marketing Officer of Adore Beauty, Dan Ferguson. Adore Beauty's marketing strategy no doubtingly acquires sales. The $429.21 million ASX-listed company had 687,000 active customers, who made an order in the past 12 months. Dan reveals how to create ownership within your team, the biggest trends in 2022 to look out for, why you...

On this weeks Episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle sits down with the Co-Founder of Moxie, Mia Klitsas. Mia had an off-the-cuff idea in her early 20's and decided to take a huge leap to disrupt a stagnant category with a $5,000 investment. Today, her period care brand Moxie, is now global. Mia reveals her experience as a young entrepreneur, must do's with your product packaging, why your product might...