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Agency episodes

December 06, 2024 #52 - Redefining Luxury: How to Disrupt the Fragrance Industry | Raquel Bouris
The story behind “Who Is Elijah” is a wild one. It went from a risky start-up in a saturated market to an 8-figure household name in just under six years. Get the insider secrets about the importance of emotional marketing, the power of personal storytelling in brand building, and more in this tell all episode.
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(00:00) Introduction
(05:21) The Birth of Who Is Elijah Perfume Company
(11:11) The Power of Personal Storytelling in Brand Building
(16:06) Mastering Video Content to Grow Your Brand
(20:01) What Entrepreneurs Can Learn from Luxury Beauty Brands
(25:31) Taking Risks and Shifting Entrepreneurial Goals
(32:01) Strategic Collaborations to Build Luxury Brand Credibility
(36:06) Why Raquel Bouris Chose Not to Name the Brand After Herself
(39:08) Expanding Who Is Elijah enters the Global Market
(45:21) How Raquel Overcame Financial Barriers in Entrepreneurship
(50:51) The Importance of Emotional Marketing in Fragrance Brands
(55:11) Gary Vee’s Advice
(01:00:01) Scaling Goals: From Start-Up Hustler to Industry Leader
(01:05:21) Saying No to Venture Capitalists to Maintain Brand Independence
(01:12:21) How Creativity Drives Success in Fragrance Branding
(01:17:11) Discovering the Story Behind the Name “Who Is Elijah”
(01:21:46) Low-Cost Marketing Strategies That Drive Luxury Brands
(01:25:31) The Evolution of Personal Branding for Entrepreneurs
(01:30:16) Lessons in Risk and Return on Investment
(01:36:01) Conclusion
1 hr 41 min
November 28, 2024 #51 Breaking Down the Academics of Branding | Marcus Collins
Award-winning marketer, Dr. Marcus Collins unpacks how brands like Apple and Nike spark emotion, inspire loyalty, and drive action. From cultural insights to navigating evolving consumer expectations, Marcus reveals the secrets to making your brand culturally relevant and unforgettable.
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(00:00) Introduction
(02:00) The Startup Journey of Iconic Brands
(09:31) Building Connection Through Branding
(17:42) The Human Adaptability in Marketing and Technology
(25:21) Behind the Scenes of Writing a Book
(36:01) Comedy and Iteration in Creative Work
(43:01) Embracing Failure as a Learning Process
(50:33) The Iterative Nature of Innovation
(58:13) Quantitative vs. Qualitative Insights in Marketing
(01:05:01) Exclusive Appeal in Consumer Culture
(01:14:01) The Role of Culture in Brand Loyalty
(01:19:31) The Mental Barriers Holding People Back
(01:26:11) Marcus Collins’ Morning Routine—Fueling Inspiration
(01:29:31) Leveraging Diversity for Ideas and Growth
(01:34:01) Marcus’ Team-Driven Success Philosophy
(01:40:01) The Story of Perseverance
(01:46:01) Developing Clarity of Vision Amid Overload
(01:51:26) Marcus’ Legacy and How He Wants to Be Remembered
1 hr 52 min
November 21, 2024 #50 - Building a Podcast From Scratch | Dain Walker
This is episode 50. A landmark episode we thought we’d never reach, especially after the early struggles. But the desire to connect with heavyweights from multiple industries kept us going. In this special episode, our Media Manager, Cam, chats with Dain about the lessons learned in this journey. Particularly, the insane parallels in the stories, strategies, and mindset of those who overcome extraordinary adversity to reach the top. Get the full inside story.
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(00:00) Introduction and Vision
(06:28) Podcasting Lessons Learned
(18:41) High-Profile Guest Anxiety
(26:00) Research for Great Conversations
(31:09) Insights from Sports and Business
(36:21) Creativity from Chaos
(38:05) Health and Greatness
(47:07) Final Reflections
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55 min
November 14, 2024 #49 - Mastering Leadership Under Pressure | Michael Hooper
Wallabies legend Michael Hooper dives into mastering ego for unstoppable team chemistry. And he shares strategies inspired by Sun Tzu’s The Art of War to tackle challenges, adapt on the fly, and keep his edge as a leader, both in the game and beyond. This is Hooper, unfiltered and unstoppable.

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(00:00) Introduction
(10:00) The Unexpected Path to Leadership
(15:00) Balancing Ego with Team Dynamics
(20:10) The Importance of Mentorship
(26:00) Communication and Emotional Intelligence
(31:05) Building Confidence and Overcoming Challenges
(36:20) Lessons from Sporting Icons
(41:30) Handling Criticism and Feedback
(47:00) Developing a High-Performance Mindset
(52:10) Aligning Personal and Team Goals
(57:40) Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
(01:02:55) Personal Habits for Success
(01:08:15) Strengthening Mental Toughness
(01:13:30) Managing Team Dynamics
(01:18:45) Continuous Improvement and Feedback Loops
(01:24:00) Pursuit of Excellence and Innovation
(01:28:00) Reflecting on Career Milestones
1 hr 30 min
November 07, 2024 #48 - From Public Housing to Millionaire Success | Bradley Gimbert
From bullied teen to resilient entrepreneur, Bradley Gimbert shares his journey: boxing as a lifeline, lessons from imprisonment, and the drive to build Indigenous Wealth. This episode dives into his path of overcoming challenges, mastering self-reliance, and staying laser-focused on a bigger vision. Don’t miss this story of grit, growth, and giving back.
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(00:00) Introduction
(01:10) Discovering Boxing
(03:37) Boxing as a Turning Point
(05:50) A Decisive Incident
(07:08) Lessons from Imprisonment
(17:20) Focus on Self-Determination
(18:12) Career Ambitions and Hurdles
(32:33) Reintegrating into Society
(47:37) Personal Milestones
(48:15) Daily Life Adjustments
(50:11) Humble Beginnings
(51:07) Importance of Strategy
(01:00:00) Boxing's Impact on Ethics
(01:07:08) Handling Personal and Social Issues
(01:17:32) Career Advancement
(01:20:00) Building Supportive Relationships
(01:25:00) Reflecting and Learning
(01:28:30) Aspirations and Future Vision
(01:31:50) Closing and Wisdom
1 hr 35 min
October 31, 2024 #47 - Wallabies Legend's Path to Greatness and Resilience | Drew Mitchell
From schoolyard scrapes to global rugby stardom, Drew Mitchell’s journey is packed with grit, glory, and game-changing moments. Grab a front-row seat to Drew’s on-field antics, his battles with injury, and unforgettable pitch-side stories. Today’s episode of Agency is filled with wisdom, laughs, and insights only a true rugby legend can share.
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(00:00) The Kickoff Begins
(06:20) Early Hurdles and Triumphs
(12:40) Worldly Adventures Await
(19:00) Culture Shock and Awe
(25:20) Playing International Rugby
(31:40) On-field Highlights
(38:00) The Art of the Mind Game
(44:20) Lessons in Humility
(50:40) Scaling New Heights
(57:00) Leadership Between the Lines
(01:03:20) The Test of Recovery
(01:09:40) Mindfulness and Balance
(01:16:00) Wallabies Wisdom
(01:22:20) Shift Happens: Rugby's Evolution
(01:28:40) The Joys of the Tour Life
(01:35:00) A New Game Plan
(01:41:20) Goals Beyond the Game
(01:47:40) Wisdom from Rugby
(01:54:00) Reflections and Revelations
(02:00:20) The Final Huddle
2 hr 8 min
October 24, 2024 #46 - Inside the Beauty Industry with Australia's Leading Hair Artist | Natalie Anne
The beauty game has changed, and this episode is your front row seat to learning from Australia’s leading hair artist, Natalie Anne. Get an inside scoop on mastering client connections, building products that truly meet market demands, and building an unbreakable bond with your customers.
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(00:00) Introduction
(03:16) The Shift to Authentic Content Creation
(05:42) Embracing Constant Change
(08:18) Learning from Mistakes and Mentorship
(12:20) The Importance of Real-Time Learning
(15:30) Balancing Creativity and Structure
(19:09) Navigating Industry Trends and Challenges
(22:35) Building Genuine Customer Relationships
(26:42) Event Planning and Managing Details
(29:22) Social Media's Impact on Business Growth
(32:47) Transparency and Behind-the-Scenes Content
(36:43) Creative Collaboration and Overcoming Differences
(40:18) Systematizing Creative Processes
(43:51) Evolution of Beauty and Industry Standards
(47:23) Tailored Client Engagement Strategies
(50:28) Product Development and Market Responsiveness
(53:29) Challenges of Self-Funding Business Ventures
(56:19) Educational and Inspirational Initiatives
(01:01:58) Importance of Team Dynamics in Success
(01:05:22) Building Trust with Ethical Business Practices
(01:08:18) Applying Theoretical Concepts to Practice
(01:11:11) Managing Evolving Personal Brands
(01:14:41) Future Directions
(01:18:00) Closing Thoughts and Takeaways

1 hr 34 min
October 17, 2024 #45 - Finding Purpose in Life After Australian Survivor | JordanSchmidt
Jordan Schmidt, an Australian Survivor star and the founder of Modern Mentality (where he helps young men find confidence and purpose), opens up about his time on the show. Get the inside scoop on his time in the game and discover the life-changing lessons he’s learned along the way. Including how he found his purpose on the show and how you can do the same.

Warning: Graphic content is discussed throughout this episode. Viewer discretion is advised.

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(00:00) Introduction
(04:13) The Survivor Australia Journey Begins
(10:46) Adapting to Change
(15:31) The Importance of Teamwork
(22:29) Mind and Body Connection
(27:46) Strategies for Success
(31:31) Emotional and Physical Resilience
(36:49) Behind the Scenes of Survivor Australia
(40:48) Reflecting on Survivor Australia
(45:23) Navigating Personal Challenges
(50:56) Motivation and Inspiration
(55:03) The Role of Humor
(58:13) The Power of Reflection
(01:01:16) Life Lessons Learned
(01:05:46) Facing Fears
(01:10:23) Finding Purpose
(01:13:04) Living Authentically
(01:16:46) The Value of Gratitude
(01:20:13) The Road to Fulfillment
(01:25:01) Leadership and Influence
(01:28:13) Coping with Pressure
(01:31:49) The Pursuit of Happiness
(01:34:16) Embracing Change
(01:36:46) Final Reflections
(01:39:22) Takeaways
1 hr 52 min
October 11, 2024 #44 - How AI is Redefining Web Design | Dan Anisse
Dan Anisse shares how merging human creativity with AI fueled Relume’s rise to unicorn status. Learn how early AI adoption, combined with proven strategies, gave them an unbeatable edge – and how AI as a “super-assistant” can drive explosive growth and next-level productivity. Discussed in detail in today’s episode of the Agency Podcast.
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(00:00) Introduction
(03:45) Early Steps
(07:29) Building an Agency
(10:01) Leveraging Insights
(13:53) Embracing Technology
(17:06) Early Adoption of AI
(20:26) Overcoming Challenges
(23:33) Insight Factory Concept
(26:46) Technology vs. Tradition
(30:15) Proposal Automations
(33:51) Dealing with Uncertainty
(36:06) Expanding Horizons
(39:21) AI as a Super Assistant
(42:46) Insights on Motivation
(46:15) Book Reading Strategy
(49:23) Product Development
(52:21) Dealing with Nerves
(54:06) Handling Setbacks
(56:49) Building Resilience
(59:36) Merging with AI
(01:02:43) Business Philosophy
(01:05:11) Exploring the Unknown
(01:07:56) The Mantras
(01:10:31) Lessons Learned
(01:13:26) Conclusion and Final Thoughts
1 hr 34 min
October 10, 2024 How AI is Redefining Web Design | Dan Anisse
Dan Anisse shares how merging human creativity with AI fueled Relume’s rise to unicorn status. Learn how early AI adoption, combined with proven strategies, gave them an unbeatable edge – and how AI as a “super-assistant” can drive explosive growth and next-level productivity. Discussed in detail in today’s episode of the Agency Podcast.
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(00:00) Introduction
(03:45) Early Steps
(07:29) Building an Agency
(10:01) Leveraging Insights
(13:53) Embracing Technology
(17:06) Early Adoption of AI
(20:26) Overcoming Challenges
(23:33) Insight Factory Concept
(26:46) Technology vs. Tradition
(30:15) Proposal Automations
(33:51) Dealing with Uncertainty
(36:06) Expanding Horizons
(39:21) AI as a Super Assistant
(42:46) Insights on Motivation
(46:15) Book Reading Strategy
(49:23) Product Development
(52:21) Dealing with Nerves
(54:06) Handling Setbacks
(56:49) Building Resilience
(59:36) Merging with AI
(01:02:43) Business Philosophy
(01:05:11) Exploring the Unknown
(01:07:56) The Mantras
(01:10:31) Lessons Learned
(01:13:26) Conclusion and Final Thoughts
1 hr 34 min

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In 2018, I was broke, 200k in debt, and working an unfulfilling job. I started a content creation agency and scaled it from 1 freelancer to a team of 30+ in just 4 short years. Now I run Australia’s…