Podcast Title: Team Up Now Podcast
Episode Title: Food Trucks to Property Deals with Ellie Marin
Episode Number: Ep. 04
Release Date: Sept 19, 2025
Duration: 30:51

🎧 Episode Summary
In this episode, hosts Julius and Eiza sit down with Ellie Marin, a Melbourne-based entrepreneur, restaurateur, and commercial property investor. From starting one of Melbourne’s first food trucks to scaling multiple hospitality businesses and diving into commercial property, Ellie shares her story of building success through curiosity, resilience, and hard work.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a business owner looking to diversify, this episode is packed with insights on growth, leadership, and creating opportunities where others see obstacles.

You'll learn:
✅ How Ellie turned a simple idea into one of Melbourne’s first food trucks
✅ Why mindset, resilience, and common sense matter more than “big degrees” in entrepreneurship
✅ The steps to scaling sustainably and investing beyond your first business

💡 Episode Highlights
00:45 – Meet Ellie Marin: entrepreneur, restaurateur, property investor
05:30 – From fashion retail to food trucks: the leap into business ownership
12:40 – The birth of Corn Utopia and the rise of Melbourne’s food truck scene
20:15 – Building structure: hiring, delegating, and scaling teams
27:50 – Lessons in leadership and making tough hiring decisions
35:10 – Expanding beyond food: Ellie’s journey into commercial property
42:00 – Starting her personal brand and sharing business insights online
47:30 – Final advice: why curiosity, consistency, and hard work beat shortcuts

🧠 Key Takeaways
“Business success isn’t about being the smartest—it’s about being curious, consistent, and willing to work hard.”
“You don’t need to know everything to start—you just need to start, learn along the way, and keep going.”
“Scaling is about replacing yourself step by step, so you can focus on higher-value work.”

🛠️ Resources & Links
🔗 https://www.teamupnow.com.au/
🔗 Connect with Eiza and Julius on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamupnow.au
🔗 Related Episode: Behind the Scenes with Team Up Now’s Core Team

👤 About the Guest
Ellie Marin is a Melbourne-based entrepreneur, restaurateur, and commercial property investor. She launched one of Melbourne’s first food trucks, Corn Utopia, before expanding into multiple food businesses including Fried Hustle and Sweethearts Gelato. Beyond hospitality, Ellie has built a strong portfolio in commercial property and is now sharing her journey and lessons through her growing personal brand.

Connect with Ellie:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliemarinofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliemarinofficial/
YouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@elliemarinofficial
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elliemarin/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elliemarinofficial

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

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  

Podcast Title: Team Up Now Podcast
Episode Title: From Chaos to Clarity: How Creative Kubo Scaled with Ethical Outsourcing
Episode Number: Ep. 02
Release Date: August 22, 2025
Duration: 30:08

🎧 Episode Summary
In this episode, Julius and Eiza sit down with Cola Paclibar, founder of Creative Kubo, to explore how she transformed her business from chaotic and overwhelming to strategically scaling with the right support. Cola shares her journey from her Hong Kong beginnings to building a multicultural creative agency powered by Filipino talent and designed for purpose-led brands.

Whether you’re a small business owner, agency founder, or creative entrepreneur, this episode offers honest insights on outsourcing, finding aligned team members, and leading with values.

You'll learn:
✅ Why clarity in business starts with asking for the right kind of help
✅ How to find and onboard offshore talent without sacrificing quality or values
✅ The mindset shifts needed to scale sustainably

💡 Episode Highlights
00:45 – Welcome and intro to Cola Paclibar and Creative Kubo
04:12 – The backstory: From Good Vibes Only Movement to Creative Kubo
10:30 – Pivoting during the Hong Kong protests and pandemic
18:00 – Challenges in finding talent and creating clarity out of chaos
22:45 – The game-changing hire: How Reva transformed Cola’s business
26:15 – Ethical outsourcing and breaking stereotypes about Filipino talent
28:40 – Advice for business owners hesitant about outsourcing
29:40 – Cola’s plans for scaling Creative Kubo over the next 12 months

🧠 Key Takeaways
“Don’t wait until you’re burnt out to ask for help—plan ahead and find the right support before you need it.”
“Scaling isn’t about instant gratification; it’s about thoughtful, long-term planning.”
“Outsourcing done right is about relationships, values alignment, and mutual growth—not just filling seats.”

🛠️ Resources & Links
🔗 Creative Kubo Website
🔗 Follow Cola on Instagram
🔗 Connect with Cola on LinkedIn

👤 About the Guest
Cola Paclibar is a digital growth strategist, brand storyteller, and founder of Creative Kubo, a multicultural creative agency powered by Filipino talent and built for purpose-led brands. Her mission is to bring Filipino creativity and skill to the global stage while championing ethical outsourcing practices.

Connect with Cola:
Website: https://www.creativekubo.com/
Instagram: @colapaclibar
Other: LinkedIn Profile

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

Podcast Title: Team Up Now Podcast: Outsourcing That Cares
Episode Title: Our Story & Why We’re Doing It Differently
Episode Number: Ep. 01
Release Date: August 8, 2025
Duration: 35:22

🎧 Episode Summary
In this episode, co-founders Julius and Eiza kick off the Team Up Now podcast with a raw and honest look into how they each found their way into the outsourcing industry—and why they’re committed to doing it differently. Whether you're a small business owner, creative agency founder, or values-driven entrepreneur, this episode is packed with insight into building ethical, people-first remote teams.

You'll learn:
✅ Why traditional outsourcing is broken—and how it can be reimagined
✅ The origin story of Team Up Now, from Upwork to co-founding a full-time business
✅ The core values guiding their mission and client relationships

💡 Episode Highlights
00:00 – Welcome to the podcast and what to expect from the season
03:10 – Eiza’s journey from the BPO world to freelancing and launching her own agency
09:35 – Julius’ pivot from accounting to starting Team Up Now
16:45 – The early days: How Eiza and Julius met through Upwork
21:00 – Rebranding and redefining Team Up Now in 2024
26:30 – The values that guide everything they do
33:50 – A sneak peek at the next episode with Creative Kubo founder Cola

🧠 Key Takeaways
“Team Up Now isn’t just about outsourcing—it’s about building something meaningful and human-first.”
“We’re not here to exploit cheap labor; we’re here to build fair, thriving partnerships that uplift everyone.”
“Happy staff means happy clients—and that’s how everyone wins.”

🛠️ Resources & Links
🔗 https://www.teamupnow.com.au/
🔗 Connect with Eiza and Julius on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamupnow.au
🔗 Connect with Eiza and Julius on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/julius-schoenfeld/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eiza-fiel-tampus-20404756/

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