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I Started a Business

CLIK Collective

40 episodes

4 days ago

Sisters Bec and Narelle Thompson, the duo behind Cubbyhouse Canteen, share how their beloved parkside café in Armadale has grown over 15 years into a purpose-driven brand loved by families across Australia. What started as a community hub built on connection, kindness and coffee has evolved into something much bigger with their gingerbread cookies now stocked in all Victorian Woolworths and over 500 independent stores nationwide. In this episode, we chat about their journey from café life to ...

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Sisters Bec and Narelle Thompson, the duo behind Cubbyhouse Canteen, share how their beloved parkside café in Armadale has grown over 15 years into a purpose-driven brand loved by families across Australia. What started as a community hub built on connection, kindness and coffee has evolved into something much bigger with their gingerbread cookies now stocked in all Victorian Woolworths and over 500 independent stores nationwide. In this episode, we chat about their journey from café life to ...

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Entrepreneurship

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I Started a Business

From Park to Pantry: How Two Sisters Grew a Community Café into a National Purpose-Driven Brand - Bec and Narelle Thompson I Cubbyhouse Canteen

Sisters Bec and Narelle Thompson, the duo behind Cubbyhouse Canteen, share how their beloved parkside café in Armadale has grown over 15 years into a purpose-driven brand loved by families across Australia. What started as a community hub built on connection, kindness and coffee has evolved into something much bigger with their gingerbread cookies now stocked in all Victorian Woolworths and over 500 independent stores nationwide. In this episode, we chat about their journey from café life to ...

4 days ago

24 minutes

I Started a Business

Beyond the Heat: From Corporate Consulting to Founding Nuvie Saunas - Simon Brosolo I Nuvie Saunas

What happens when a personal health diagnosis sparks a business idea that not only reshapes your family’s life but also helps others reimagine their own health journeys. In this month’s episode, Rosie sits down with Simon Brosolo, co-founder of Nuvie Saunas, to explore his journey from leading digital transformation and growth strategy at a corporate consultancy to building a science-led wellness brand. Simon shares how his wife Alana’s healing journey pushed them to rethink their approach t...

1 month ago

23 minutes

I Started a Business

From Poker Pro to Growth Agency: The Calculated Risks That Built Hatch - Dharann Moganaraju. I Hatch Agency

This month's podcast features Daz, who made the leap from the poker tables through startups and textbook publishing to building Hatch Agency, a growth agency helping small ecommerce businesses with their biggest challenge: what comes after the initial launch. We chat about calculated risks, their innovative Website as a Service (WaaS) model that's solving cash flow problems, the partnership that started at the gym and some hard won lessons from years of business building. Plus, a fun quick fi...

2 months ago

43 minutes

I Started a Business

Behind the Glow - Tiffany Yuan I SULSKIN

In this episode, we chat with Tiffany Yuan, the woman behind SUL - a skincare brand dedicated to helping people feel confident in their own skin. Tiffany shares how her love for skincare, partly inspired by her mum - led her to leave the corporate grind and dive headfirst into running a skincare brand. We chat about passion, community, and how CLIK Collective helped bring SULSKIN’s click-and-collect to life. She also spills on her go-to products, daily routine, and what it’s really like behin...

3 months ago

37 minutes

I Started a Business

Brewed Differently - Tim Devlin | Atypical Coffee

In this episode, we chat with Tim Devlin, co-founder of Atypical - a coffee brand built on a shared love of Asian coffee and a desire to do things differently. Tim shares how a chat over coffee (how ironic) sparked a partnership with Zac, a passionate roaster, and later Mohini, whose design skills brought the brand to life. From sourcing unique coffees direct from origin to packaging them in reusable tins, Atypical is all about flavour and standing out in a crowded market. We dive into the sl...

4 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

I Started a Business

The Heart Behind the Hamper - Cathy Shaw | Just Surprise Me

Just Surprise Me helps people show love and gratitude through curated gift boxes filled with locally made goodness. Cathy Shaw first discovered the brand while ordering gifts for her husband’s business - so when she found out the owner was moving on, she didn’t hesitate to put her hand up. She focused on learning the ropes and keeping the business’ trusted suppliers and charm intact. Now running the show, Cathy’s kept the magic alive while embracing the flexibility at CLIK Collective and show...

5 months ago

21 minutes

I Started a Business

Maternity Leave to Business Leap - Megan Mallen | Mini Hippo

Mini Hippo curates thoughtful, fun, and functional food storage solutions for busy families. In this episode, founder Megan Mallen shares how maternity leave, and a single product she couldn’t find in Australia - sparked a bold leap into business. With no background in retail or business, Megan started out by cold calling toy stores with boxes of stock in her car and went on to form trusted partnerships with fellow mums across the globe. She talks about building a business from scratch witho...

6 months ago

48 minutes

I Started a Business

Selling Cars to Shaping Careers - Alex Bompane | Alexium

Alexium redefines sales training, empowering professionals with the tools to communicate, connect, and close with confidence. In this episode, Alex shares how his experience as a car salesman at leading dealerships ignited his passion for helping others grow. Taking the leap in 2019, he launched Alexium - just before the world was turned upside down by COVID. With mentorship, resilience, and a belief in the power of relationships, he navigated the challenges, built 10 courses in 10 mon...

7 months ago

48 minutes

I Started a Business

Beyond the Toy Aisle – Sarah and Chris Haines | Toybox Tales

Toybox Tales reimagines the purpose of toys, curating a collection that inspires learning, development, and a sense of nostalgia for all ages. In this episode, Sarah and Chris Haines share how becoming parents reshaped their understanding of toys, leading them to focus on education and meaningful play. They open up about the challenges of transforming an analogue retail store into a thriving online business while maintaining the personal, face-to-face interactions they value so deeply. With t...

8 months ago

42 minutes

I Started a Business

Gifting with Purpose - Minaret Shore | MiniGem Comfort

Redefining meaningful gifting, MiniGem Comfort crafts purpose-driven packs designed to bring calm and connection during life’s most challenging times. In this episode, Minaret shares how MiniGem Comfort began with small, thoughtful items for her brother during his stays in psychiatric hospitals, sparking the idea to craft products that soothe the senses and evoke a feeling of home. She opens up about the challenges of rebranding to better connect with her audience and trusting her instincts ...

11 months ago

46 minutes

I Started a Business

The Energy Shift - Aloni Benau | Endorfix

In just 11 months, Endorfix has sold over a million transdermal patches, with 40,000 return customers driving its rapid growth. In this episode, Endorfix founder Aloni Benau shares his journey in creating a coffee alternative designed to combat sugar crashes, promote steady energy, and balance mood and cravings. Initially expecting a younger audience, he found broader appeal among health-conscious users. Reflecting on past challenges, Aloni highlights the value of "failing fast and learning f...

1 year ago

25 minutes

I Started a Business

Revelations in Real Estate - Pooven Bala | Auction Reporters

Frustrated by the lack of accessible auction results and market transparency while searching for his own property, Pooven realized how valuable this data could be for potential buyers. What began as a personal project, attending auctions and sharing insights on social media, evolved into Auction Reporters, a business aimed at making auctions more transparent. In this episode, we chat with Pooven Bala, founder of Auction Reporters. Learn how Pooven honed his skills, predicting auction outcome...

1 year ago

51 minutes

I Started a Business

Beyond the Denim - Sarah Epstein | Kireina

Just before the world turned upside down with COVID, Sarah identified a gap in the market and launched her fashion brand, Kireina. As trends shifted during the pandemic, so did her focus — leading to the creation of her signature wide-leg “Freya Jean”, now a best-seller. In this episode, Sarah shares how her love for denim and commitment to quality led to Kireina’s growth, particularly through their unique capsule drops that keep customers eagerly anticipating what’s next. From mood boa...

1 year ago

33 minutes

I Started a Business

Handmade with Love - Joni Lim | Wood With Words

While seven months pregnant with her second child, Joni listed her handmade Christmas ornaments on Facebook and local groups under "Joni’s Pop-Up Shop." The positive response led her to design her first pair of earrings, marking the beginning of her business, Wood With Words. In this episode, we explore Joni’s dedication to crafting unique accessories inspired by her surroundings. From Australian native animals to everyone’s favourite foods, Joni’s creativity knows no bounds! As a self-taugh...

1 year ago

44 minutes

I Started a Business

A Recipe for Success - Sarah Leung | Alg Seaweed

Growing up, Sarah always dreamed of becoming a dancer. However, after university and a few life twists, she decided to channel her creative flair into starting a business influenced by her desire to help people. Inspired by her "dumpling queen" mother and her family's love of food, Sarah introduced her conversation-starter seasonings to the world. In this episode, we chat with Sarah Leung from Alg Seaweed as she shares her inspiring journey into the world of nutrition and the hurdles sh...

1 year ago

58 minutes

I Started a Business

Turning Passion into Profit - Beth Wilson | Saint Jack Cosmetics

Beth's journey began during her makeup sessions with clients, where she made a simple yet profound observation: cleaning makeup brushes shouldn't be a hassle. Dissatisfied with the available options, she created a quick-drying solution to simplify the task. In this episode, we chat with Beth Wilson, the visionary behind Saint Jack Cosmetics. Beth shares how her love for makeup and valuing people’s time, served as the catalyst for her quick and effective brush cleaning method. We explore...

1 year ago

31 minutes

I Started a Business

Herding Innovation - Darren Wolchyn | Smart Paddock

Darren's journey began with managing GPS tracking for golf carts, but a chance encounter with a farmer sparked a revolutionary idea: why not apply the same technology to cattle? Realising the potential in this market, Smart Paddock was born. In this episode, we catch up with Darren Wolchyn, the brains behind Smart Paddock. Darren discusses how he stumbled upon a niche market that launched his global journey, helping farmers keep tabs on their cattle. We dive into a variety of topics, li...

1 year ago

33 minutes

I Started a Business

The Beauty in Conversation - Lor Nicol | Lash By Lash

After a coffee date with a friend, Lor found herself intrigued by her friend's appearance, all thanks to a stunning set of eyelashes. This initial curiosity set Lor on a path to becoming the triple threat she is today, skillfully managing a beauty salon, online store, and accredited eyelash training program. In the episode, we sit down with Lor Nicol, the brains (and beauty) behind Lash by Lash and Lash Loft & Beauty Bar in Parkdale Melbourne. Lor shares her story of deliberate and though...

1 year ago

53 minutes

I Started a Business

The Beauty of Business Partners - Sharleen & Vivian | The Beauty Fridge

With entrepreneurial spirit running in both Sharleen and Vivian’s families, it was only a matter of time before they embarked on their own business journey. In this episode, we’re hanging out with the dynamic duo, Sharleen and Vivian, the creative minds behind The Beauty Fridge. We chat about turning a shared dream of breaking free from the 9-to-5 into reality and unravel the wealth of insights they've taken on board since launching in November 2018 – from designing & distributing t...

1 year ago

43 minutes

I Started a Business

Finding Work-Life Balance through Blooms - Samantha Gallagher | Peach and Petals

With a passion for flowers, a one-day floristry course under her belt and many late nights on Youtube, Samantha took a chance and started her own floristry business amidst the pandemic. In this episode, we sit down with Samantha Gallagher, the mastermind behind Peach and Petals, a dried floral business that has beautifully flourished in just three short years. Samantha shares her journey from selling bouquets on Facebook Marketplace to having her own space at CLIK Collective, the importance ...

2 years ago

33 minutes