The Spin Out

What happens when a simple weekend chore completely flips your life upside down? In this episode of The Spin Out, host Susan Toft sits down with close friend, business woman, and ultimate resilient spirit, Paula Gowland. Ten years ago, Paula was juggling three young kids, a training career, and running a commercial cleaning business with her husband. Then, a freak accident while hanging wet curtai...

In this episode of The Spin Out, host Susan Toft sits down with a very special guest from the Laundry Lady team: Jayne McIntyre. While she’s well-known as our powerhouse Marketing Manager, Jayne is also celebrating a major milestone as the newly published author of the middle-grade fantasy novel, The Feathers of Farwood.  Jayne takes us behind the scenes of her debut trilogy, sharing how she balan...

In this episode of The Spin Out, host Susan sits down with Malinda, one of Laundry Lady’s dedicated laundry partners based in the regional hub of Dubbo, New South Wales. Malinda shares her journey from the corporate banking world to finding a fulfilling "retirement job" early by joining the Laundry Lady team. Malinda gives us a local's perspective on Dubbo, from its world-famous open...

After 15 years navigating the high-pressure corporate world of logistics and project management, Rachael traded the boardroom for business ownership. Seeking a career that offered both fulfillment and "life by design," she joined The Laundry Lady in August 2024. In this episode, we dive into Rachael’s journey of leveraging corporate discipline to build a thriving local business while rec...

After 15 years navigating the high-pressure corporate world of logistics and project management, Rachael traded the boardroom for business ownership. Seeking a career that offered both fulfillment and "life by design," she joined The Laundry Lady in August 2024. In this episode, we dive into Rachael’s journey of leveraging corporate discipline to build a thriving local business while rec...

In 2014, two best friends in Brisbane put two washing machines and two dryers in the back of a van. What started as a simple project to help those experiencing homelessness has since scaled into Orange Sky, a global movement providing thousands of people with clean clothes and genuine human connection. In this episode of The Spin Out, host Susan Toft sits down with co-founder Nic Marchesi. Nic sha...

In this episode of The Spin Out, Susan sits down with Lucie, an Adelaide-based Laundry Partner who has mastered the art of the "life-by-design" pivot. After returning to her hometown to care for her elderly father while raising young children, Lucie discovered that the key to professional fulfillment wasn't climbing a corporate ladder, but building a business that worked for her fami...

In this episode of The Spin Out, Susan sits down with fellow Shark Tank Australia participant Thien Trinh, the visionary founder behind STRYDA. Thien’s journey is a lot about resilience, from arriving in Australia as a refugee to becoming a leading podiatrist and revolutionary product designer. Susan and Thien dive deep into their shared "raw and unscripted" experiences in the Tank, the...

In this episode of The Spin Out, host Susan sits down with Laetitia Andrac, the CEO and co-founder of Understanding Zoe, an AI-powered platform providing neuro-affirming support for families raising neurodivergent children. Laetitia shares her deeply personal journey from being a high-level strategy consultant at firms like Telstra and Deloitte to founding a startup born out of the challenges of r...

Join us as we chat with one of our very own Laundry Lads, Adam, who runs a successful business in the Brisbane Redlands area of Queensland, Australia. Adam shares his incredible journey from working 16 years in the corporate Quality Assurance sector to becoming a full-time, self-employed Laundry Lad in just two months. Learn how he decided to make the switch after running a coffee van and realisin...

Join the Laundry Lady Marketing Team for a festive, action-packed episode as they discuss life and work in December! Susan kicks off by sharing a recap of their recent three-week business trip to Canada (Toronto and Vancouver), covering the National Women's Show, the exciting surge of 500+ applications for the Laundry Ladies and Lads team, and the shock of transitioning from frigid -7°C Canadi...

Owen Parry, founder of the Melbourne-based fashion-tech startup Hello Tailr, is revolutionising clothing repairs and alterations. In this episode, Owen shares the personal frustration, specifically needing to get newly purchased pants shortened, that inspired him to build a platform that bridges the gap between skilled makers and consumers. Discover how Hello Tailr integrates technology, logistics...

Join host Susan and Laundry Lady Marketing Manager Jayne for a special episode recorded live from Toronto, Canada! Hear all about their transatlantic journey from Australia, which included a 13-hour flight to Vancouver, brand photoshoots and an awards night where Susan won Woman in Tech (first place) and Entrepreneur of the Year (second place). They discuss the whirlwind of activities in Vancouver...

What does it take to find work-life balance and increase your income on your own terms? Susan sits down with Debbie to talk about building a flexible lifestyle with The Laundry Lady that allows her to balance personal priorities, like caring for her elderly mum, with her professional goals. Debbie shares how her Laundry Lady "side hustle" has complemented her work as a "lollipop lad...

In this inspiring episode of The Spin Out, Susan sits down with Rachel Toyer, a solo mum, storyteller, and content creator who has built an incredible online community with honesty and heart. Rachel shares her journey of navigating single parenthood with her son, Arlo, from life on the road in a van to creating a home filled with love and resilience. Rachel, whose story has been featured on Mamami...

In this inspiring episode, Susan sits down with her good friend, Jeanette Allom-Hill, a powerhouse leader, Telstra Business Women’s Award winner, and CEO of the Lionhearted Foundation. Jeanette shares her invaluable insights on what it truly means to lead with authenticity, foster vibrant communities, and embrace flexibility in the dynamic world of business. Jeanette opens up about overcoming vuln...

What does it take to leave behind the familiar and embrace a new life overseas? Susan sits down with Rachel Davenport, who shares her journey from Australia to Bali and how she built a flexible lifestyle that allows both personal and professional growth. Rachel talks about the importance of adaptability when living abroad, balancing her love for fitness and pickleball with running a business, and...

Ready to transform your career and step into your authentic power? Susan talks with Vinisha Rathod, entrepreneur and author of "The Briefcase Effect: Your Personal Brand Action Plan," about making brave life changes and building careers that truly align with who you are. With over 15 years of global leadership experience, Vinisha shares insights on leveraging technology for growth and th...

What does it really mean to design a life that works for you? Susan sits down with Kym McManus from The Laundry Lady Recruitment Team, who has built an extraordinary life on her own terms. Kym shares her unique journey of balancing a successful recruitment career while homeschooling her children and living in Bali. She reveals the real challenges and rewards of choosing flexibility over traditiona...

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