She's The Boss Chats

Marissa is a classic! She loved the company she worke for so much that she bought it! Growing up in the outer suburbs of Melbourne, Marissa's parents were great role models for her. Her Mum was a hard working hair dresser, and her Dad invented central locking keys for cars (I know!), so she had great work ethic from an early age. She also loved events, and talks about organising a family trip when she was young girl. Even then, she was project managing! After leaving school, and TAFE, Marissa got straight into the workforce. Starting with her father, where she started the Mascaro Foundation and ran a massive event ever year to fundraise for the Make A Wish Foundation. From there she was headhunted by an F1 engineering organisation that worked with students. It sounds like n incredible experience, this was followed by a couple of other jobs, and then she started with the Candy Buffet company, back when it was only a couple of months old, and fell in love with it! From running Candy Buffets for Tiffany and LinkedIn, through to providing branded donuts for Oprah on her tour of Australia, Marissa has done it all, and LOVES it! She talks about the challenges of the pandemic, and how that led to her providing savoury buffets too, this is a story you will ovge, and be inspired by! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Julie O’Donohue is re-imagining real estate with her online platform, Next Address, which matches and connects property buyers and sellers. With an eclectic background in marketing, not-for-profit and a stint as a real estate agent, Julie’s focus is to maximise smart prop-tech tools, streamline processes and reduce the transactional costs for all. This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Renata is extraordinary! As the founder of MaxMe, she is passionate about teaching so-called 'soft skills', those associated with EQ, to younger people. I have no doubt she will realise her vision and MaxMe will go global. Born in Ukraine (when it was part of Russia), she moved to Australia with her parents when she was about 6. She has two sisters who were born after her parents moved here, one is 11 years younger, and the other is 16 years younger. Renata loved primary, and secondary school where she was clearly bright, but didn't necessarily apply herself as much as she could have! Uni was a different kettle of fish though. She got into Melbourne Uni and excelled, gaining High Distinctions throughout. From Uni, she landed an intern job at Accenture, which offered her a full-time role once she graduated. She ended up staying there for 7 years before heading off to London to see the world. In London, she landed (excuse the pun!) a role with British Airways and stayed for two years. At that stage, her parents had split and she came back to support them. She took on a couple of other roles in big corporates before realising, as she was about to turn 50, that she HAD to start MaxMe and teach these crucial skills. You're going to love this woman! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Renata is extraordinary! As the founder of MaxMe, she is passionate about teaching so-called 'soft skills', those associated with EQ, to younger people. I have no doubt she will realise her vision and MaxMe will go global. Born in Ukraine (when it was part of Russia), she moved to Australia with her parents when she was about 6. She has two sisters who were born after her parents moved here, one is 11 years younger, and the other is 16 years younger. Renata loved primary, and secondary school where she was clearly bright, but didn't necessarily apply herself as much as she could have! Uni was a different kettle of fish though. She got into Melbourne Uni and excelled, gaining High Distinctions throughout. From Uni, she landed an intern job at Accenture, which offered her a full-time role once she graduated. She ended up staying there for 7 years before heading off to London to see the world. In London, she landed (excuse the pun!) a role with British Airways and stayed for two years. At that stage, her parents had split and she came back to support them. She took on a couple of other roles in big corporates before realising, as she was about to turn 50, that she HAD to start MaxMe and teach these crucial skills. You're going to love this woman! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate is an absolute firecracker but with all the smarts! After growing up in the suburbs of Melbourne, Kate didn't really like school, or try hard, until she hit year 11 when one of her teachers told her to shape up, or she wouldn't pass, and so she tried, and ended up winning an academic award! This was followed by a short stint t RMIT studying PR, before she was offered a role at J Walter Thompson. From there, she headed to London and worked there for 4 years, honing her skills in marketing and comms in some amazing roles. She returned to Australia and started working with NAB, which she credits as being her 'career role'. She stayed for 11 years and worked with some extraordinary women doing some amazing things. After NAB, she went on to work within Xero, and was the CEO of Futlri until the pandemic hit. That has spurred her on to work with scale-up ventures founded by women, offering advice, angel investing and consulting to several women-focused entrepreneur organisations. Kate is such a fun person to talk to, and is so knowledgeable. you will get a lot out of this interview! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate is an absolute firecracker but with all the smarts! After growing up in the suburbs of Melbourne, Kate didn't really like school, or try hard, until she hit year 11 when one of her teachers told her to shape up, or she wouldn't pass, and so she tried, and ended up winning an academic award! This was followed by a short stint t RMIT studying PR, before she was offered a role at J Walter Thompson. From there, she headed to London and worked there for 4 years, honing her skills in marketing and comms in some amazing roles. She returned to Australia and started working with NAB, which she credits as being her 'career role'. She stayed for 11 years and worked with some extraordinary women doing some amazing things. After NAB, she went on to work within Xero, and was the CEO of Futlri until the pandemic hit. That has spurred her on to work with scale-up ventures founded by women, offering advice, angel investing and consulting to several women-focused entrepreneur organisations. Kate is such a fun person to talk to, and is so knowledgeable. you will get a lot out of this interview! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate is an absolute firecracker but with all the smarts! After growing up in the suburbs of Melbourne, Kate didn't really like school, or try hard, until she hit year 11 when one of her teachers told her to shape up, or she wouldn't pass, and so she tried, and ended up winning an academic award! This was followed by a short stint t RMIT studying PR, before she was offered a role at J Walter Thompson. From there, she headed to London and worked there for 4 years, honing her skills in marketing and comms in some amazing roles. She returned to Australia and started working with NAB, which she credits as being her 'career role'. She stayed for 11 years and worked with some extraordinary women doing some amazing things. After NAB, she went on to work within Xero, and was in marketing for Futurli until the pandemic hit. That has spurred her on to work with scale-up ventures founded by women, offering advice, angel investing and consulting to several women-focused entrepreneur organisations. Kate is such a fun person to talk to, and is so knowledgeable. you will get a lot out of this interview! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eloise is so honest and transparent, that many women will relate to her story. Growing up in the Western Suburbs of Melbourne, as the youngest (by 18 years!) in her family, Eloise had a difficult childhood with parents who didn't really get along. At the age of 14, her Mum found a new partner online, packed her bags and moved to the USA, leaving Eloise to pick up the pieces, and deal with her father who was not supportive. After finishing uni and qualifying as a teacher, she took off to the UK and Canada for a couple of years, before returning to Australia at the behest of her father who was keen for her to get a 'stable' job. She arrived back with her boyfriend, who didn't last much longer, and then she decided to do a Psychology degree and help other women who had, like her, been held back by some type of trauma in their childhood. She also, at the age of 38, came out as a gay woman and was surprised by her Dad's reaction when, after all the castigating around her work and life choices, took it in his stride! These days Eloise is building up a group coaching membership focused on helping women to advance their careers by 'getting out of their own way'. Eloise is such a warm and nurturing woman, she will no doubt be a huge success! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cherry's story is bound to inspire you. Born in a little town just outside of Birmingham, Cherry's parents were very supportive, but the private girls school she went to, had identified her as an introvert from a young age and she felt, as she reached her teens, that they had 'pigeon-holed' her, and so, against her parents wishes, she enrolled in the local Sixth Form College, where she flourished and her parents were delighted! From there, she went on to study Colour Chemistry (you'll have to listen to find out what that is!), and then did her PhD in Colour Physics, before deciding it wasn't for her! Cherry took a few more years, and two children, before she realised how much she loved Nutrition, so she went and got a third degree, and started her practice. Then, in 2013, she and her husband and kids came to Australia and she hasn't looked back. Cherry is the Australian and NZ licence holder for Metabolic-Balance. Originally from Germany, this 20-year-old program is run by nutritionists and genuinely helps people change their lives. It's not a diet to lose weight, it's a diet that changes lives by getting rid of the inflammation in your body. It works! You will love this story of Cherry and her journey. This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cherry's story is bound to inspire you. Born in a little town just outside of Birmingham, Cherry's parents were very supportive, but the private girls school she went to, had identified her as an introvert from a young age and she felt, as she reached her teens, that they had 'pigeon-holed' her, and so, against her parents wishes, she enrolled in the local Sixth Form College, where she flourished and her parents were delighted! From there, she went on to study Colour Chemistry (you'll have to listen to find out what that is!), and then did her PhD in Colour Physics, before deciding it wasn't for her! Cherry took a few more years, and two children, before she realised how much she loved Nutrition, so she went and got a third degree, and started her practice. Then, in 2013, she and her husband and kids came to Australia and she hasn't looked back. Cherry is the Australian and NZ licence holder for Metabolic-Balance. Originally from Germany, this 20-year-old program is run by nutritionists and genuinely helps people change their lives. It's not a diet to lose weight, it's a diet that changes lives by getting rid of the inflammation in your body. It works! You will love this story of Cherry and her journey. This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nat has an extraordinary story and an endless amount of enthusiasm and confidence to boot! Born and raised in Adelaide, South Australia, Nat's Mum was instrumental in helping her with school as she is severely dyslexic. After leaving school at 15, Nat got into fashion retail where she quickly found her niche. Her customers loved her and she won countless awards. Then she got pregnant, had a couple of children and she and her first husband divorced. By that stage Nat thought she had everything pretty under control - and she soon met her 'now' husband, Travis. But then disaster struck. Her first husband was brutally murdered and Nat was told to get out of the country, so went to NZ. But the policewoman who was working on her case gave her some brilliant advice - the best way to stay safe was to make herself into a public figure. So, Nat was the first person on social media to start to post an OTTD (Outfit Of The Day), and started to build a following. She soon realised that all her fashion experience had led her to a moment in time. The moment when she knew she could create a simple system to help women dress themselves, including accessories, easily, and in a way that worked. She created a colour system that has resulted in her having thousands of followers. Since then she has created an online course, she has collaborated on fashion designs and colours she now sells to her community - and she is now talking about interior design and homeware as the logical next step. You will adore her story and be inspired by her career. This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jodie's story will probably make you cry, as I did, but it is filled with hope and positivity too. Jodie grew up in Victoria on a farm and had a great childhood. When she left school she wanted to be a performer or a police officer, but despite trying out for both, she was considered too young so she didn't make the cut for either, which was pretty devastating. However, Jodie took a left turn and spent the next few years in childcare, which then led to work for the Childcare Union, then the Hospitality Union and then politics. What a ride! It also led to her meeting her second husband Craig. Then, after 14 wonderful years together, tragedy struck, and, out of the blue Craig was diagnosed with Pancreatic cancer. Despite being told they had months before he would die, Craig passed away only 37 days later, the day after his marriage to Jodie. Jodie, recovering from her own grief, needed hope, and she found it in a Grief Recovery Specialist course in Perth, just before the lockdown. From that course, she has now become the author of a book called 'Have You Met My Grief, a cabaret show she does around grief, and of course, counselling others who are going through loss - be it a relationship, the death of someone or any other form of loss that someone is finding it hard to get through. She is an amazing woman and I know you will get a lot from this interview. This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ildi's story is super interesting and we found it hard to stop chatting! Born in Transylvania (truly!), Ildi grew up with two parents who were in construction in Romania, a younger sister and a despot running the country. Not an easy childhood. Ildi enjoyed school, where she studied in Hungarian, and eventually lived with her grandparents until the age of 12 as her parents were on sites much of the time and couldn't really look after her. When she finished school, she got into Uni to study computers and coding, which she hated, so she left after 3 years and got a job as an office manager. Then she met her first husband who was a cartographer. After realising that she too loved cartography, she and her husband ran a small business in Romania, until their two daughters were born and one had special needs. So they decided to move and Australia was the place they chose. Her husband struggled with the culture here but Ildi thrived, took up an MLM role with a natural products company, and the marriage fell apart. As a single Mum with two kids, Ildi wanted to get some perspective and control in her life, so she created Antz Planners, and then moved into time and productivity management. She now runs The Time Fix with her two partners, Kirstin and Pooja and they help people change their behaviour and manage their time effectively. She also recently got married again. A perfect fit! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PG is such an inspiration! From growing up in Penrith with two older sisters and a violent household, PG and her Mum then moved to Tassie, where she completed her high school and uni years. From an early age she had wanted to be an actor (why isn't that surprising?!) but her Mum was keen for her to capitalise on her excellent academic record, and so she did an Arts-Law degree over 5 years - and got married along the way. This was followed by over ten years as a lawyer - specialising in superannuation. Not something that most people could imagine PG doing. It was while she was there that she had an epiphany. She had helped one of the senior lawyers get back her 'mojo' after returning from maternity leave. This included hair, makeup and clothes, and then watched that women, through glass walls, pitch to become a partner. It was in that moment that PG saw the power of makeup and how it added confidence and inner strength. And she wanted more of it! After leaving law, PG realised she had fallen in love with her best friend, Kelly (now her wife) , and the two of them set up Iridis Cosmetics. From the start, it was about teaching makeup to women over 40 (ish), as well as having her own makeup brand. However, it has now morphed into glamtorials, teaching makeup artists how to apply makeup, and now PG is working with trans women to help them realise their feminine potential and feel good about themselves. There is so much in this interview. You're going to LOVE it! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anna is such a trailblazer when it comes to women in trades. She was South Australia's first female tradie in the construction industry and her story is so positive and uplifting, it will have you wanting to get into a trade too! Anna had an idyllic childhood, growing up as one of 6 kids in the Clare Valley in South Australia with a mechanic for a Dad and a superwoman Mum (that's how I would describe her!). From a really early age, Anna loved making things and her Mum said they always knew she would end up doing that. After finishing year 12, Anna took herself off to the 'big smoke' to do a four-year apprenticeship, which she loved. After that, she headed to Canada and the USA for her 'gap year', where she picked up cash jobs in construction along the way. Very cool. She then did 'just about every job going' in the construction industry for many years before someone suggested teaching to her. Anna loved teaching from day one - and when you hear her descriptions you will realise just what an amazing teacher she is - and has continued to teach, for the last four years being full time. Now it's her time to grow her profile and go out on her own, with her new business Master And Apprentice. You will seriously love this woman! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachel's story is fascinating! After growing up in Albury/Wodonga as a musical child - especially piano - and then going on to study music and teaching at Melbourne Uni, Rachel had found her passion. She married very young, at around 20, after falling madly in love with her husband, almost at first sight, and went on to become a music teacher at a high school. But she hated it! After 3 years of teaching, she had to get out, and from there, she put up an A-frame at the front of the house to say that she offered music and piano lessons and the customers started coming. Both Rachel and her husband were brought up in the Pentecostal Church, so when they decided to leave, it was quite difficult in social terms, but it was something that they both felt had held them back, and from the moment they left, they started to find their own voice and thrived. Rachel now specialises in working one-on-one with adults, singing lessons, but also voice function, and how to have a voice for speaking on the stage. She is so knowledgeable as well as being kind and gentle, and this makes her the ideal teacher for adults who want to learn how to project, or change, their voice to project more or to change their tone. I love Rachel and I am sure you will too! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You MUST listen to this episode as Yvonne is truly making a difference in the world and you will definitely be inspired. After growing up in Ireland, Yvonne headed to Australia after uni, with a group of friends, and while she was here, she started using her HR qualifications and got a job in a big recruitment firm. Other than a wanderlust that has her travelling for decent holiday trips every year or so, she has stayed here ever since....although it was an 18-month stint back in Ireland that really gave her the idea for Glow Up Careers. As a highly paid executive, and her husband is also highly qualified, they couldn't get work when they went back to Ireland, due to the GFC. But it got them thinking - if they couldn't get work, how much harder must it be for refugees and asylum seekers when they come to Australia? So they came back to Oz and started working with refugees and migrants on the side, whilst also running their business coaching and recruitment business. These days it is their sole focus. Glow Up Careers has a pool of over 200 coaches who are able to help people with how to navigate job seeking here - what HR companies and employers are looking for, how to get picked up by the 'algorithms', and how to build a career strategy. yvonne now speaks all over Australia, and around the world, about the deep pool of talent that is almost ignored by most businesses. One not to miss! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kylie is such a warm and generous woman, you will really enjoy this interview. Kylie was born and bred in Cairns and stayed there til she was 17. She had a pretty horrible time at school with bullying, so when the opportunity arose to go to uni and then to Canberra for their Graduate Program, she leapt at it. From that start, she stayed in Government and moved into policy and then HR roles. Kylie took a big leap, post-pandemic, and decided to go out on her own. She now coaches executive women who are looking for some purpose and change in their careers, through her Kylie James Coaching business, as well as recently starting Ruby HR for women over 40 who are looking for new roles. She is a firm believer in people and their value, and she offers a much nicer approach to HR than many organisations. In this interview, we talk about older women in corporate roles, and the fact that women these days want purpose and passion in their jobs, rather than just money or moving up the corporate ladder. We also talk about some fantastic women Kylie has worked with, and her goals for the businesses, moving forward. I know you will enjoy this chat. Kylie is awesome! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you love a struggle-to-success story, then you will love this episode with Christine. She is so inspiring! Having grown up with two brothers in a very working-class family, Christine went to 7 primary schools and 4 high schools, mainly because her parents had to move for financial reasons. This made school difficult as it is hard to make friends if you don't stick around for long, so teachers were a strong source of stability for her. But Christine was a secret genius at maths and numbers. And she still is! After leaving school in year 10, married at 18 and pregnant at 21, Christine had a lot on her plate. She and her Mum bought a couple of roadhouses (truck stops) along the way and both were working 12-hour days which made it hard to look after her (by now) two daughters. Then she met Pat, who ended up being a second Mum for her kids. Serendipity! Then she got into real estate and has never really looked back. Her book, 'Suddenly Single' was written about the end of her first marriage and how, with only $15,000, she bought a double-digit property portfolio, after her (now) husband encouraged her to trust in her genius and start her own business, Smarter Property Investing. Christine's story is so empowering and inspirational, you will have to listen! When you realise what Christine has gone through and how she has shared her knowledge and experiences to help others, you will want to know more, I promise! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Louise's story is so interesting! Growing up in a tiny town in North Queensland, Louise was bullied at school and couldn't wait to leave. As soon as she graduated she headed for uni, where she loved it and chose to study teaching, which was the 'norm' for women where she grew up. After a short spell as a primary school teacher, Louise knew it wasn't for her. She had been doing telephone counselling for Lifeline on the side, and it was from that experience that she decided she would love to become a psychologist. Of course, she not only got the degree but then went on to do her Masters! Louise's first real job as a psychologist was in a high-security prison. Talk about jumping in the deep end! She spent two years working with some of Australia's most hardened criminals, assessing them as they arrived at the prison and offering counselling if they needed it. It was during that period that she decided to go back to academia and get her Masters. This was followed by a few short stints as a counsellor and then she got the urge to go out on her own. She had heard about Organisational Psych and wanted to try her Jungian skills on business owners. After a few years of 1-1 counselling, Louise's business was booming but she was burning out. Too many patients and not enough time to recover her own mental health led to her trying some creative outlets, so she got a camera and started taking pics. As anyone who knows Louise is aware, she is a genius with a camera, and it was this skill that she decided to combine with her psychology and work with business owners to discover their 'Future You', which she then photographs. Her results are absolutely stunning and you will love Louise's path to where she is now. What a woman! This episode is proudly sponsored by our favourite drink brand, Bondi Chai Latte. To find out your nearest stockist or for more information, go to bondichai.com.au. You can check out their fab new campaign where they champion small business owners here: https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai To find out more about She’s The Boss, go to: https://shesthebossgroup.com/ https://www.bondichai.com.au/meet-the-faces-of-bondi-chai Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.