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Louisa Hollenberg is the Founder and Director of Earth and Skin Organic Spa and Beauty Shop. Since 2014, Louisa and her team have helped over 6,000 people reduce their toxic load while improving their skin. Earth and Skin have been featured in many media outlets including Mindbody Magazine, Jetstar Magazine, Urban List, Mamamia, The GC Bulletin and Who Magazine. Louisa is also the author of 'Clean Skin in a Dirty World - Beautiful Skin, Toxin Free'. In this episode, Louisa talks about how she grew her business from scratch to a thriving day spa that has serviced more than 6,000 clients. Louisa now manages a team of 10 and has created a content ecosystem that allows her to generate more than 20 new clients every week. Louisa also talks about how she overcame imposter syndrome, how video has enabled her to establish a strong online presence and the power of a perfect pitch. Enjoy!   Highlights:   How Louisa grew her business from a solo operation to more than 10 staff and 6,000 total clients. Content, content, content! How video and bog content has enabled Louisa to generate leads and sales online. How a slight tweak in Louisa’s pitch completely transformed the affect it had on her prospects. How Louisa learned to overcome imposter syndrome when first starting out in business.   Resources: Louisa’s LinkedIn Earth & Skin on Facebook Earth & Skin on Instagram Clean Skin in a Dirty World by Louisa Hollenberg Earth & Skin Website   Before you go...If you liked this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review.>. Every time somebody subscribes and leaves a review, Mike donates 10 days of clean drinking water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just a few years ago, Kay Nyenuh was sitting in a refugee camp in Ghana not knowing where his next meal would come from. In 2009, he moved to Australia and is now a personal trainer who owns a successful gym operating in multiple locations in Queensland.  Kay has become a sought-after expert on physical health, with regular media appearances. He overcame such difficult circumstances by continually asking a simple question: ‘How Bad Do I Want It?’ In this episode, Kay talks in-depth about his journey from a refugee camp in Ghana to successful entrepreneur in Mackay, Queensland. He talks about his gym, Muscle Garden, and the marketing strategy he used to grow from 60 members to 300 members in just a few months. Kay also explains how he gives back to the community while promoting his gym. Enjoy! Highlights: Kay’s journey from a refugee camp in Ghana to a life in Australia. Muscle Garden’s philosophy of being a gym for everyday people. How Muscle Garden contributes to the community. The challenge of balancing entrepreneurship with raising a family. How a visit to Africa gave Kay the clarity to take a leap of faith in business. How Kay leveraged partnerships to grow his gym.   Resources: Kay’s LinkedIn Muscle_Garden Instagram MUSCLEGARDEN.COM.AU Timestamps: 13:44 - 14:40 - Helping people  26:50 - 29:05 - How Muscle Garden contributes to the community 34:05 - 35:13 - Taking a leap of faith 40:22 - 42:16 - Muscle Garden’s marketing strategy 46:15 - 46:50 - The power of greeting someone by their name 49:46 - 50:49 - Partnerships   Before you go...If you liked this episode, don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review.>. Every time somebody subscribes and leaves a review, Mike donates 10 days of clean drinking water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clarissa Rayward is a wife, mum and divorce lawyer who runs a multidisciplinary family law practice, Brisbane Family Law Centre.  She is an Accredited Specialist in Family Law, collaborative professional and mediator.   In her ‘other life’ Clarissa runs a business called ‘Happy Lawyer, Happy Life’ which provides resources for lawyers looking to build sustainable and ‘happy’ careers in law. In this episode, Clarissa explains how having a strong online presence has become a superpower for her business, and why you should focus on building your profile. She also talks about loss during lockdown, and focusing on what’s important during difficult times. Clarissa also shares her insights on how COVID has affected relationships, in particular with clients who are locked down in unsafe environments. We also learn the cost-saving strategies Clarissa used to build a nimble business that could survive the effects of lockdown and a recession.    Also, if you enjoy this podcast, I would greatly appreciate it if you could leave a review. And don’t forget to subscribe! Every time somebody subscribes to the podcast and leaves a review, we donate 100 days of clean drinking water to someone in need. Highlights:   The effect that COVID has had on relationships and Clarissa’s Family Law practice. How Clarissa has helped some of her clients through lockdown. How building a strong online presence has become a superpower for Clarissa’s business. Cost-cutting strategies that have helped Clarissa survive the recession. The lessons Clarissa has learned from COVID 2020. Dealing with loss during lockdown. How lockdown gave Clarissa clarity around what’s important in her life.   Resources: Clarissa’s LinkedIn The Happy Family Lawyer on Instagram The Happy Family Lawyer Website Happy Lawyer Happy Life Website   Before you go...If you liked this episode, don’t forget to Click here to subscribe and leave a review.>. Every time somebody subscribes and leaves a review, Mike donates 10 days of clean drinking water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pedro Gondim is the CEO of the Mental Health Academy (MHA) - a global education company specialising in online training for mental health professionals.  Since 2007, Pedro’s business has donated over $1.2 million to causes worldwide through B1G1 - a platform that enables companies to embed charitable giving into their business. As a result, The Mental Heath Academy was recognised as the biggest B1G1 contributor in the world. In this episode, Paul Dunn, Founder of B1G1, joins me as a co-host to interview Pedro. The more than 3,000 B1G1 members have provided over 215 million giving impacts including clean drinking water, education, housing to people in need, and loads of other meaningful causes from all over the world. Paul & I talk to Pedro about the business, The Mental Health Academy, and the effect that Covid-19 has had on mental health.  Pedro also shares his insights on how he uses education-based marketing to run events that attract more than 30,000 attendees. And, we explore how the business he runs has leveraged industry experts that built their brand and expanded their influence. So strap yourself in! And, if you enjoy this podcast, feel free to leave a review. And don’t forget to subscribe! Every time somebody subscribes to the podcast and leaves a review, we donate 100 days of clean drinking water to someone in need. Highlights:   The impact the COVID-19 has had on our mental health. How The Mental Health Academy became the world’s most impactful business. The marketing strategy Pedro uses to run events that attract more than 30,000 attendees. How Pedro has leveraged partnerships and industry experts to expand his own influence. The power of B1G1 and the influence it has had on Pedro’s business and life.   Resources: Pedro’s LinkedIn The Mental Health Academy Website The Mental Health Academy on Facebook The Mental Health Academy on LinkedIn   Before you go...If you liked this episode, don’t forget to Click here to subscribe and leave a review.>. Every time somebody subscribes and leaves a review, Mike donates 10 days of clean drinking water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leanne Kemp is the Founder and CEO of Everledger and Queensland Chief Entrepreneur.  Everledger uses Blockchain technology to track high-value assets such as diamonds, art and wine with the aim of increasing transparency and trust with technology.  Leanne’s company has raised more than 35 million dollars since 2015, and now has more than 100 employees and customers in 19 countries. In this episode, Leanne and I talk about the impact of blockchain technology and how we can use it to empower our thought leaders.  We talk about making technology accessible for everyone and the future of manufacturing. We also look ahead to 2030 and envision how blockchain might affect supply chains, investments, and the economy. You’re in for a real treat!   Also, if you enjoy this podcast, I would greatly appreciate it if you could leave a review. And don’t forget to subscribe! Every time somebody subscribes to the podcast and leaves a review, we donate 100 days of clean drinking water to someone in need.   Highlights:   The impact of blockchain technology and how we can use it to empower our thought leaders. How blockchain technology can be made accessible to everyone, powering innovation. How Leanne raised $35 million in less than 5 years A behind-the-scenes look at how Leanne grew her company to more than 100 team, with customers in 19 countries. A window into how 2030 will look and how blockchain might affect supply chains, investments, and the economy.   Resources: Leanne’s Instagram Leanne’s LinkedIn Leanne’s Twitter Chief Entrepreneur Queensland Website   Before you go...If you liked this episode, don’t forget to Click here to subscribe and leave a review.>. Every time somebody subscribes and leaves a review, Mike donates 10 days of clean drinking water. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this short and sweet episode, your host Mike Clark offers a taste of the value to come and shares how QBI For Good will stretch your imagination, inspired by new possibilities and deliver you practical strategies to optimise your business... for good.  Hear for yourself what sets Queensland’s top business leaders apart and by listening you’ll be making an impact through our partner B1G1 with a ‘giving impact’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.