Podcast Title: Team Up Now Podcast
Episode Title: Behind the Scenes with Team Up Now’s Core Team
Episode Number: Ep. 03
Release Date: September 05, 2025
Duration: 39:34

🎧 Episode Summary
In this special episode, hosts Julius and Eiza sit down with three of Team Up Now’s core team members—Jem, Riva, and Marian. Together, they share their personal journeys of joining the company, what it’s like working with clients and internally, and how Team Up Now is building a people-first culture in the outsourcing industry.

Whether you’re curious about ethical outsourcing or simply want a peek into how a values-driven team operates, this conversation is packed with candid stories and lessons.

You'll learn:
✅ How freelancers and professionals found belonging and growth at Team Up Now
✅ Why values and culture matter more than skills in building a strong team
✅ The realities of outsourcing—and how to do it ethically and sustainably

💡 Episode Highlights
00:45 – Meet Jem, Riva, and Marian from Team Up Now’s core team
04:20 – Jem’s journey from freelancing to becoming social media manager
10:05 – Riva on juggling client work with automation and internal systems
16:40 – Marian on shifting from volume recruitment to intentional hiring
22:50 – What makes Team Up Now’s culture different from other agencies
30:15 – Horror stories of outsourcing vs. what ethical outsourcing looks like
36:00 – What each team member is most proud of since joining
38:40 – One word to describe Team Up Now: refreshing, empowering, vibrant, family, purpose

🧠 Key Takeaways
“Remote teams aren’t just resources, they’re humans who care deeply about the work and the clients they serve.”
“Skills can be taught, but attitude, resourcefulness, and alignment with values are what truly matter.”
“Ethical outsourcing isn’t about mass output; it’s about relationships, sustainability, and mutual growth.”

🛠️ Resources & Links
🔗 https://www.teamupnow.com.au/
🔗 Connect with Eiza and Julius on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamupnow.au
🔗 Related Episode: From Chaos to Clarity: How Creative Kubo Scaled with Ethical Outsourcing

👤 About the Guests

• Jem – Social Media Manager, and the creative mind behind Team Up Now’s engaging reels.
• Riva – Automations and lead generation specialist, helping streamline operations and support both internal and client growth.
• Marian – Recruiter and talent matchmaker, dedicated to building values-aligned connections between clients and offshore talent.

🙌 Connect with Team Up Now
Instagram: @teamupnow.au
Work with us: www.teamupnow.com.au