The Rural Compass

In today's episode I will be speaking with Zoe Hayes a little about her story and what drove her to create the #dustoffdepression movement and why she is so passionate about people talking about depression and anxiety. We also chat about how she does all of the things she has on her plate and I feel like every new mum can relate to this one. At just 24 Zoe is a multi-passionate entrepreneur working hard and she is an inspiring woman and mum and little Zahara is very lucky to be learning life from her, as well as her manySocial media followers she communicates with everyday.

Disclaimer: Just a quick disclaimer in this episode Zoe and I chat about depression and suicide if this is a trigger for you or you would like to talk to someone about any feelings this episode may bring up please contact your local GP or you can call lifeline to find out more about when you can get help on 13 11 14 or visit www.lifeline.org.au.

For the show notes go to https://www.theruralcompass.com.au/blogs/podcast-episodes/zoe-hayes-dustoffdepression

In this episode I speak with Nicky Grummit the founder and law behind Grevillea Law based in Goondiwindi QLD. Nicky has completely changed my stereotypical view of lawyers, she is a completely authentic and forward thinking business women who focuses her practice, around the model of getting the most for her clients rather than watching the clock. She is so approachable and this is clear through her online presence and the way she presents herself. I loved chatting with Nicky and I also have booked in for my free 15 with her to chat about a few things in my business. Listen in to find out what the free 15 is and get a little bit of legal advice.

For the show notes go to https://www.theruralcompass.com.au/blogs/podcast-episodes/nicky-grummit-grevillea-law

In this episode I will be speaking with Bec Bignell the Founder & Editor of Rural Room and co-founder of Cockatoo Colab.

I mention at the beginning of the episode that it is a little out of sorts interview a woman from the city. However as you listen to the episode you will understand why. Bec is a huge advocate for Rural creatives to the point where she has created an entire business and network around helping them to be seen and hired.

In this episode we chat about both her businesses and those opportunities she is opening up for rural creatives. We also delve into where this inspiration to help has come from and though she is a country chick now living in the city we won’t hold that against her because she is doing such incredible work.

It is funny when you speak with a fellow person in your field, in this case the creative field, with us both being so passionate about our projects we got totally caught up in the chat and I am excited for you to listen in.

For the show notes go to https://www.theruralcompass.com.au/blogs/podcast-episodes/bec-bignel-cockatoo-colab-rural-room

I was so looking forward to this interview and had already booked her in before her win at the NSW & ACT Rural women of the year awards on the 19th June. Now I know I always threaten that the episode are hard to keep in time but this episode is twice the length of my usual episode. And it is a complete sorry not sorry moment. I had all of my conversation topics ready but because she won the award I also had to pick her brain about this and so many more questions developed as we spoke.

So listen in to hear this passionate woman tell us about her business, her biggest struggle which so many small businesses can relate to, just a hint its about money and so so much more.

By the way I just have to say that I had already booked in time to chat with Jo before Carlie Oates episode shout out last week. It was an awesome coincidence and Segway into this episode, but if you know of or are a women in rural and remote Australian working hard in your field send me an email I would love to hear from you. And If you haven’t had a chance to listen to Carlies interview go back into your feed and click on Episode 10. Carlie Oates- Curators Collective.

For the show notes go to https://www.theruralcompass.com.au/blogs/podcast-episodes/jo-palmer-pointer-remote-roles

This episode is with Carlie Oates, Carlie is a the Owner of Curators Collective in a past life she Worked along side renowned photographers, artists and designers at her helm as Senior Fashion Editor at Sunday Magazine. With a styling career spanning over 11 years, She brings her experience of fashion, celebrity and interior knowledge from the industry – Curators Collective is her personal edit of furniture, homewares and fashion from a trained stylists eye.

In this episode we chat about her business, while being a mum and living on a farm. I love hearing the story of how she, her husband and 2 children ended up in the small town they call home and her thoughts on country living. She gives an awesome tip on styling and also a couple about running a business in a rural area while running a household that includes children. So lets not waste any more time listening to me talk and jump into this great episode.

For the show notes go to https://www.theruralcompass.com.au/blogs/podcast-episodes/carlie-oates-curators-collective

Josie is a country girl who grew up in Mundubbera QLD, she owned and ran her own beauty salon there for 3 years before relocating to the rural hub known as the beef capital, Rockhampton. Josie is an inspiration to young rural girls chasing their dreams of starting their own business.

a small-town country girl who has taken the leap to open her own business and move it to a bigger city to bring her service to more people. I look forward to bringing you her story, some of the great trials and tribulations which has led to making her business what it is today, and you even get a beauty tip thrown in.

For the show notes go to https://www.theruralcompass.com.au/blogs/podcast-episodes/josie-weller-beauty-in-the-woods

Kyah Wilson is an incredible artist based in Dubbo, NSW, who captivates many through her paintings. Kyah Wilson Art is an amalgamation of original and mixed media pieces. Inspired by colour, design and the quintessential Australian lifestyle. Her pieces evoke a sense of timelessness and sometimes even quirkiness.

In this episode we speak about her family and how she came back the art after having her children. We also speak about how she has simplified things for herself online, including why she no longer has a website.

She has some great tips in regards using social media to your benefit as an artist and we chat about some of the processes she goes through when creating a painting.

Listen in, to hear an interesting conversation with a very talented artist.

For the show notes go to https://www.theruralcompass.com.au/blogs/podcast-episodes/kyah-wilson-artist

In this episode I speak with Sarah Parkinson about her side hustle Affirmation Farm. Affirmation Farm came from some tough times after struggling with postnatal depression and anxiety. We chat about how this inspired and brought about Affirmation Farm, as well as her other business she has been running for 12 years, all while being a wife, mum of three and living on a Dairy farm in South West, Victoria.

Sarah is a truly inspirational woman and her story is a must listen.

Use the code RURALCOMPASS when purchasing from Affirmation Farm shop to receive 10% off.

DISCLAIMER: This episode discusses postnatal depression, if this brings up any issues or questions please seek guidance from you doctor. For more information you can visit PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia) www.panda.org.au .

For the show notes go to

https://www.theruralcompass.com.au/blogs/podcast-episodes/sarah-parkinson-affirmation-farm

In this episode I speak with Angela Taylor the founder and director of Country Allure. Country allure is one of Australia’s, leading lifestyle brands and Ange has Cemented this status though only opening in 2017. We chat about her choice to also open Country Allure HQ, a bricks and mortar store in Blackwater, her very busy schedule and she also explains to us how her brand ambassadors work, plus so much more about Country Allure itself.

I thoroughly enjoyed chatting with Ange and truly struggled to keep the episode in its time frame.

For the show notes go to https://www.theruralcompass.com.au/blogs/podcast-episodes/angela-taylor-country-allure

Todays episode I speak with Julia Telford the founder of Engage and Create Consulting, her business aims to “help your business contribute to the vibrancy and viability of regional, rural and remote communities”.

We speak about some of the services she offers, where the idea for engage and create came from, her wonderful team and she has some great tips to offer.

This inspiring woman and her team are doing incredible things for rural and remote areas, she is an incredibly passionate and authentic women and this is evident in everything she put her mark on.

For the show notes go to https://www.theruralcompass.com.au/blogs/podcast-episodes/julia-telford-engage-create-consulting