Be The Drop

Waking up from a 3 week coma puts life into a different perspective. When the fragility of life becomes obvious, we are motivated to make major changes in our life. Why should we waste time doing things that make us unhappy and don't provide us with personal growth?

Rohan Harry is a comedian and podcaster who had such an experience. After working in IT and begrudgingly working the grind, he found himself waking up from a 3 week coma, paralyzed from the waist down. Given the new challenges of trying to walk again, Rohan found new perspective on goal setting, and his life aspirations.

In today's episode of Be The Drop, Rohan discusses how he overcame challenges of the body and mind. Rohan and I also talk about the power of storytelling, and how starting a podcast was the best way Rohan could share his story, whilst developing his comedic and interpersonal skills.

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Would you like to join me on a creative podcasting journey? Then head along to my first ever Adelaide Fringe show, called "Pop Your Podcast Cherry An Interactive Podcasting Event" on Tuesday 19th or 26th Feb at The Jade. Tickets are only $20 each and are available via the Fringe website - click here to book your ticket today. I would love to see you there!

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The percentage of venture capital funding awarded to female founded startups is incredibly low, with sources placing it at around 3 - 6% of all funds awarded. SheEO was established to address this, by creating a global community of women radically transforming how we finance, support, and celebrate female innovators.

Julie Trell is the country lead for SheEO in Australia, as well as the Global head for muru-D, a startup accelerator investing in early stage startups. Julie is well-versed in startups on a global stage, as well as having personal investment in the startup space.

In today's episode of Be The Drop, I speak to Julie about her startup journey with Salesforce and her current work in the start-up ecosystem in Australia. Julie discusses the opportunities available to female founders, the positive and supportive communities developing, and the importance of empathy and humanism in the age of technology.

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Would you like to join me on a creative podcasting journey? Then head along to my first ever Adelaide Fringe show, called "Pop Your Podcast Cherry An Interactive Podcasting Event" on Tuesday 19th or 26th Feb at The Jade. Tickets are only $20 each and are available via the Fringe website - click here to book your ticket today. I would love to see you there!

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Graphic design is an in-demand business skill, it can be expensive and the population of people qualified and capable of doing good graphic design is small. Canva is a tool that democratises design, the service allows users online access to a library of well designed components, and gives them a canvas to piece their design together.

Cameron Adams is the Co-founder and Chief Product Officer of Canva, a man set on eradicating poor and lazy design by distributing a platform that is easily accessible. With his experience in user experience design and involvement in big projects for Google, Cameron's connections and expertise have helped him to shape the success of Canva.

In today's episode of Be The Drop, Cameron discusses his journey from working for corporates to creating a startup and launching an International platform. Cameron reveals how Canva generates website traffic, enhances the user experience and how the journey of business growth is complicated and gradual.

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Would you like to join me on a creative podcasting journey? Then head along to my first ever Adelaide Fringe show, called "Pop Your Podcast Cherry An Interactive Podcasting Event" on Tuesday 19th or 26th Feb at The Jade. Tickets are only $20 each and are available via the Fringe website - click here to book your ticket today. I would love to see you there!

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Want more? Join our FREE Facebook Group where we provide tools and resources to help you supercharge your digital storytelling content.

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We release new content each week!

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The internet of things has made data an important commodity, but there is increasing distrust in how our data is used and managed. Blockchain, a practice of decentralising data, and creating rules around how we access, record, and use data underpins a monumental shift in the use of technology, and the trust we put in the keepers who hold our private information.

Katrina Donaghy is the Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Civic Ledger, a technology startup that provides Blockchain solutions for the public sector. Having spent several years learning the technology, and being involved in multiple successful startups, Katrin is considered an industry expert in blockchain by the likes of RMIT University.

In today's episode of Be The Drop, I speak to Katrina about how this technology could revolutionise services in government, how we use banking, and our interactions with artificial intelligence. Katrina's background in sociology provides a human perspective for our conversation instead of purely focusing on the technology because at the end of the day, it's how humans engage with and govern blockchains that will have the greatest impact.

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Would you like to join me on a creative podcasting journey? Then head along to my first ever Adelaide Fringe show, called "Pop Your Podcast Cherry An Interactive Podcasting Event" on Tuesday 19th or 26th Feb at The Jade. Tickets are only $20 each and are available via the Fringe website - click here to book your ticket today. I would love to see you there!

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Want more? Join our FREE Facebook Group where we provide tools and resources to help you supercharge your digital storytelling content.

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 Caffeinating workplaces can be expensive, unsustainable, or, with the dreaded instant coffee, unpalatable! Nitro Cold Brew has become increasingly popular movement in the United States, and is now making waves in Australia. Using nitrogen gives the coffee a rich, creamy style without using any dairy and, I can personally verify, it tastes delicious!

Jordan Cortazzo is an entrepreneur and coffee connoisseur, who during his time as a barista and coffee bean merchant, was inspired to provide a better solution for office coffee. Deciding to developing his own nitro cold brew coffee, Jordan Co-Founded NOFO to provide offices with cold brew coffee on tap > think a beer keg but only with coffee!

In today's episode of Be The Drop, I speak to Jordan about his journey from film school, to barista, through to starting his own business. Along the way, Jordan has learnt to overcome the challenges of taking innovative products to market, selling as a small business to large corporations, and the effort required to develop and test new products.

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Would you like to join me on a creative podcasting journey? Then head along to my first ever Adelaide Fringe show, called "Pop Your Podcast Cherry An Interactive Podcasting Event" on Tuesday 19th or 26th Feb at The Jade. Tickets are only $20 each and are available via the Fringe website - click here to book your ticket today. I would love to see you there!

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Want more? Join our FREE Facebook Group where we provide tools and resources to help you supercharge your digital storytelling content.

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We release new content each week!

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The future of technology is both uncertain and disruptive, requiring many of our current systems in business and life to radically change in the next decade. With the speed of technology and AI advancements moving exponentially, it is crucial for our society, particularly our corporate and professional leaders to understand technology and embrace the changes of the future, in order to future proof our workforce and businesses.

Penny Locaso, Founder and CEO of BKindred is an expert in technology and AI. After leaving her successful sixteen year career in change systems at Shell, she has become one of Australia's most well-regarded entrepreneurs. Her knowledge on artificial intelligence and technology has been called upon internationally, and at home including consultation for the Senate and the national curriculum.

In today's episode of Be The Drop, Penny explores the potential for humans in the space of technology to amplify happiness in a world that is largely yet to be understood. Penny's concerns for the future proof of humanism in tomorrow's technology is something we need to consider, it's a conversation that could ultimately help us to lead more fulfilling and successful lives.

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Would you like to join me on a creative podcasting journey? Then head along to my first ever Adelaide Fringe show, called "Pop Your Podcast Cherry An Interactive Podcasting Event" on Tuesday 19th or 26th Feb at The Jade. Tickets are only $20 each and are available via the Fringe website - click here to book your ticket today. I would love to see you there!

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Want more? Join our FREE Facebook Group where we provide tools and resources to help you supercharge your digital storytelling content.

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Truthful and hard hitting, Matthew Micalewicz's book Life in Half a Second provides direction to achieve your goals and aspirations in less time, with less risk. As 2019 begins, it's the perfect time to re-visit my interview with Matthew where he shares what steps to take, to achieve success in your career, business, or personal life.

Matthew has more than 20 years of experience in starting and running high-growth tech companies, especially in the areas of machine learning, predictive analytics, and decision optimisation. Matthew's company, Complexica, recently won the 2018 Australian "Innovation of the Year" Award for the creation and commercialisation of Larry, the Digital Analyst®.

In this episode of Be The Drop, Matthew discusses the importance of goal setting. He encourages you to ask yourself what you don't like about your life and how you're going to turn that around. If you're a practical person that wants success, this is the podcast for you...

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This episode was originally released at the beginning of 2018 as episode 70. I decided to re-release it again now because it is ABSOLUTELY packed with fantastic tips to help you take stock of your life or business and plan your goals for success. In short, it's the perfect episode to kick start 2019.

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Would you like to join me on a creative podcasting journey? Then head along to my first ever Adelaide Fringe show, called "Pop Your Podcast Cherry An Interactive Podcasting Event" on Tuesday 19th or 26th Feb at The Jade. Tickets are only $20 each and are available via the Fringe website - click here to book your ticket today. I would love to see you there!

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Coming live to you on Monday 24th December, in this episode I wanted to wish you a Merry, Merry Christmas and to thank you, from the bottom of my heart for your support in listening to my podcast - I sincerely appreciate each and every one of my listeners, thank you for joining me on this journey.

Does Facebook algorithm favour Live Video? To find out, I released a Facebook Live Video (almost) every week in 2018, now I can share with you what I learnt! Before I take some time off to spend with family + friends, I wanted to share insights I learnt from my Facebook Live experiment and then, finish the episode on a festive note!

In today's episode of Be The Drop, I discuss key learnings from my 2018 Facebook Live experiment, in true storytelling form, I share my top reads for 2018 - including best business books and some fun holiday reads, and we finish with a Christmas song when special guest, Tamara Linke drops in to help spread extra Christmas cheer!

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Would you like to join me on a creative podcasting journey? Then head along to my first ever Adelaide Fringe show, called "Pop Your Podcast Cherry An Interactive Podcasting Event" on Tuesday 19th or 26th Feb at The Jade. Tickets are only $20 each and are available via the Fringe website - click here to book your ticket today. I would love to see you there!

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Want more? Join our FREE Facebook Group where we provide tools and resources to help you supercharge your digital storytelling content.

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SouthStart was back with a bang in 2018 - successful in their mission to unite, connect and recognise amazing people doing incredible things. Across the 2 day conference, entrepreneurs, CEOs, and innovators came together in a celebration of people, ideas and technology. An exciting opportunity for startups to unite in their passion for shaping our future - it was eye opening to hear where some of these new directions could take us.

Live from SouthStart, I speak to three people heavily involved in this space. Alex McCauley, CEO of not-for-profit organisation, StartupAus, has deep insight into technology startups in Australia, from policy to current success stories. Jason Neave, director of the Moonshine Laboratory, the organising body behind Southstart, has many years of experience in marketing and has launched his own sports-betting startup. Craig Swann, The Moonshine Labs Entrepreneur in residence, played a key role in coordinating the SouthStart conference.

In today's episode of Be The Drop, Alex, Jason, and Craig discuss the importance of events like Southstart, we look at the future landscape for startups in Australia and they share advice for getting support along your startup journey. 

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This episode was produced in support of SouthStart Conference - an event that celebrates the collision of people, ideas and technology. Powered by The Moonshine Lab, if you're looking for support with your tech start-up, check out the website here.

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Would you like to join me on a creative podcasting journey? Then head along to my first ever Adelaide Fringe show, called "Pop Your Podcast Cherry An Interactive Podcasting Event" on Tuesday 19th or 26th Feb at The Jade. Tickets are only $20 each and are available via the Fringe website - click here to book your ticket today. I would love to see you there!

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Want more? Join our FREE Facebook Group where we provide tools and resources to help you supercharge your digital storytelling content.

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We release new content each week!

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Growth in business can seem elusive and difficult to obtain, yet 26 year old Tobi Pearce, is very clear on the methods, the conditions, and the mindsets that has driven his international business success. In this forthcoming interview, Tobi shares many strategies and tools, that helped him build a global fitness business.

Tobi Pearce, together with his fiancè Kayla Itsines, have built a highly successful online fitness company that attracts millions of customers and followers. His background in personal training, and the discipline gained from strict health regimes, has facilitated Tobi to run business effectively and efficiently. The couple have been very strategic in capitalising on social media trends, which has been pivotal in driving their success.

In today's episode of Be The Drop, Tobi discusses the five-year journey of his business, Sweat, and shares insight on taking products to market, how to do market research, and how to manage language barriers when expanding into international markets.

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Would you like to join me on a creative podcasting journey? Then head along to my first ever Adelaide Fringe show, called "Pop Your Podcast Cherry An Interactive Podcasting Event" on Tuesday 19th or 26th Feb at The Jade. Tickets are only $20 each and are available via the Fringe website - click here to book your ticket today. I would love to see you there!

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Want more? Join our FREE Facebook Group where we provide tools and resources to help you supercharge your digital storytelling content.

The Be The Drop podcast is brought to you by Narrative Marketing, the Brand Storytelling Superheroes!

We release new content each week!

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