Welcome to Fiscally Awesome — where we break down finance so you don't break down.

In our first episode, Hiline CEO Matt Gardner chats with Maxine Minter, venture capitalist extraordinaire and founder whisperer. Maxine's not just Australia's first solo female VC General Partner — she's also the brains behind CoVentures and CoLab, helping startups grow faster than your credit card bill.

Maxine spills the tea on her journey from courtroom to startup and why treating finance like a boring chore is a recipe for disaster.

We dive into:

• Why your financials should be your secret weapon, not your arch-nemesis
• How AI is making accountants sweat (but in a good way)
• The founder mindset: It's not just about grit, it's about growing
• Why having a coach isn't just for athletes

Whether you're dreaming of unicorns or just trying to keep your business afloat, this episode's got the goods. So grab a coffee (or something stronger — we won't judge) and join us for some fiscally awesome insights.