In our most watched Facebook LIVE episode of #theoyster, we speak with GiGi Frantz former member of the Christian Assemblies International (CAI) a cult that underwent a four year investigation by ABC's Four Corners.  

So how does being in a cult affect the way you make decisions? 

What happens to your life as a result and how has GiGi used this experience to do what he cares most passionately about: helping others?  Find out in this LIVE and exclusive episode.  
PLUS  

We talk about GiGi's mission to empower people and leaders all over Australia to embrace change and do more with less.   
GiGi is a praised keynote speaker and a best-selling author.  

You can find out more about GiGi Frantz by visiting: https://masteryourmindset.com.au/  

Or connect with him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/.../gg-frantz-5.../  

You can also find out more about the Four Corners investigation here: https://www.abc.net.au/.../former.../5627794

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Adin Milo is a freelance illustrator who accidentally got hired as a writer and band member of up-and-coming dream-pop outfit, Vast Hill.

In this interview we talk about the struggle that many creatives face as they begin their careers and the importance of entrepreneurship in taking control of your own destiny.

You can find out more about Adin on instagram @adinmiloillustrations

And you can check out his portfolio here: https://adinmilo.myportfolio.com/

You can also catch up on all the latest from Vast Hill here:  https://www.vasthill.com

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Shay Rowbottom creates LinkedIn video content that goes VIRAL - with video views in the hundreds of thousands, Shay's helping businesses get more of their market to know about their brand, more people to see them as experts in their industry, and a steady stream of high quality leads to convert to sales. 

Find out more about Shay and the work she does by finding her on LinkedIn here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/shayrowbottom/ 

You can also visit her website here:  https://www.shayrowbottom.com/ 

Be sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode of #theoyster where we ask our expert guests to share their pearls of wisdom about the Science Behind Better Business.

Samantha Payne is the Co-Founder & Managing Director of The Pink Elephants Support Network - an emerging charity that offers support, validation and connections to couples going through early pregnancy loss and infertility. 

Since recording this interview with Samantha as a Telstra Business Award Finalist for 2019, Sam and her Co-Founder Gabbi Armstrong, have gone onto WIN the 2019 NSW Telstra Women in Business For Purpose and Social Enterprise category.

One of our favourite things about this interview is how honest and candid Sam is about her experiences as a business owner who has had to learn to embrace failure in order to succeed.

In this episode she shares her advice to business owners everywhere who are going through the highs and lows that we all face as we grow our business.

You can connect with Samantha on LinkedIn here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthapaynepesn/ 

And find out more about The Pink Elephants Support Network here:  https://pinkelephantssupport.com/ 

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In this episode I'm joined by Carmen Williams from Communicate for Greatness (on a very stormy night!)

Carmen brings science and communication together to support business owners to grow themselves and their businesses.

You can connect with Carmen on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/.../carmenwilli.../

And you can also connect with Carmen's business partner Maureen Pound here: https://www.linkedin.com/.../maureenpound/

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Hey there business leaders and change makers!

I hope you've all had a lovely month. I really can't believe we're already in April.

We've had some fantastic guests on the show this past month and it's been fascinating to gain a deeper understanding of different perspectives from experts across a range of industries.

We discussed everything from robots to employee retention and hooking your audience in with an engaging story that is relevant and meaningful to them.

Listen to the highlights from March in this episode of The Oyster Rewind!

Be sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode of #theoyster where we ask our expert guests to share their pearls of wisdom about the Science Behind Better Business.

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A big thank you to Tristan Wright, The Business Sherpa and Director of Evolve to Grow for speaking joining us on #theoyster live to talk about the limitations we often put on ourselves and the importance of getting in the right mindset to turnaround a failing business.  
Tristan shares his own personal journey towards business success (including how his first 7-figure business nearly went bankrupt before building it back to 7-figures) and how he uses this experience to help his clients step out of their business whilst growing revenue upwards of 6- and 7-figures.  
You can find out more about Tristan by visiting: https://www.evolvetogrow.com.au/  
Or find him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristandw...

Be sure to subscribe to our podcast to never miss an episode of #theoyster where we ask our expert guests to share their pearls of wisdom about the Science Behind Better Business.
Paul Merrill is the Editor in chief at Bauer Media where he oversees 14 magazine titles, among them Take 5, which has been voted Magazine of the Year for the past three years. 
In this episode we discuss the limitations of Facebook and Google for brands that are seeking deeper engagement with their audiences and the big shift the magazine industry has undergone to keep up with advertisers' needs.
Find out more about the integrated solutions Bauer can offer at baueradvertising.com.au

Joining me for this week's episode of #theoyster LIVE is the wonderful Liska Turner!  

Liska is an experienced recruiter from Beaumont People.   

She specialises in executive recruitment for the charity and for-purpose sector and is genuinely interested in promoting conversation around the opportunities and challenges facing the sector.

You can find out more about Liska on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liskaturner/

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Kaleb Ufton is a Director of Technology and Digital Marketing Strategy at EKOH Marketing
After working with IBM and Telecom New Zealand, Kaleb moved to Australia.

Worked at Optus then moved into a Web Development and AI role with many startups.

To find out more about Kaleb and EKOH marketing and the work they do head to https://www.ekohmarketing.com/ where you can also claim a free website audit (Note: There are limited spots!)