#166: From Support Worker to Award Winning Business Leader with Jason Wisniewski

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#166: From Support Worker to Award Winning Business Leader with Jason Wisniewski

The Hustle Rebellion

32 minutes 23 seconds

3 months ago

#166: From Support Worker to Award Winning Business Leader with Jason Wisniewski

"They don't want a special product just for them."

In this conversation, Jason Wisniewski shares his journey from a support worker to a successful business leader in the disability support industry. He discusses the importance of balancing work and family life, the challenges of transitioning from a doer to a leader, and the innovative approaches he has implemented in his business.
Jason also talks about his new ventures, including a clothing line designed for individuals with disabilities and his involvement in the music industry. Throughout the discussion, he emphasises the significance of goal setting, personal growth, and the impact of genuine human connections in his work.

Takeaways

It's important to have good systems and automate tasks.
Delegation is key to managing multiple responsibilities.
Pay attention to the details in your work.
Building connections from the ground up is essential.
Prioritise family time to maintain balance.
Utilising tools like Notion and AI can enhance productivity.
Focus on clients' real goals, not just ticking boxes.
Flexibility in staffing leads to happier employees and clients.
The disability industry is evolving and requires proactive strategies.
Personal growth involves reflecting on your values and goals.

At a glance…
00:00 Introduction and Award Recognition
02:49 Balancing Life and Work
05:59 Transitioning from Doer to Leader
08:56 Starting a Business in Disability Support
11:48 Innovative Approaches in Disability Support
14:51 Future of the Disability Industry
17:39 Launching Magnetic Shirts
20:49 Exploring the Music Industry
23:52 Personal Growth and Reflection
26:43 Final Thoughts and Advice

Resources
Jason's Links:

* Personal Instagram
* Vaus (Business) Instagram
* Vaus website
* Vana Care

* Decoda S

* Vanacare website
* LinkedIn
* Decoda S

About the Guest

Recently named one of InDaily’s 40 Under 40 and winner of the Sustainable Business Leaders Award, Jason Wisniewski is a dynamic entrepreneur with deep roots in the disability care sector. With over 13 years of experience - from support worker to rostering manager, coordinator, and now founder - he built Vana Care to deliver personalised in-home disability support and community care services.
What started through word-of-mouth has grown into a thriving organisati...