• Give It A Nudge

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Give It A Nudge

著者: Steve Grace
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  • Start-up Founders, Venture Captial, Private Equity, Accelerators - hear them all talk about their stories where they went wrong, what went right and what they learned!

    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/give-it-a-nudge--4623437/support.
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Start-up Founders, Venture Captial, Private Equity, Accelerators - hear them all talk about their stories where they went wrong, what went right and what they learned!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/give-it-a-nudge--4623437/support.
Copyright Steve Grace
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  • Exploring Fintech and Mental Health with Ben Ford
    2024/11/19
    In this episode of Give It A Nudge, Steve sits down with Ben Ford, a fintech expert who’s been shaping Australia’s fintech landscape for over a decade. Ben shares his journey from corporate roles to becoming a key player in fintech, proptech, and logistics, recounting his early days with industry pioneers like Afterpay and Acorns. Beyond business, Ben opens up about his latest project—the Vanessa Ford Foundation, a new initiative inspired by personal loss and focused on mental health support for high-achieving professionals.

    Timestamps:
    00:18 – Introduction to Ben Ford and his fintech journey
    01:20 – Early days with Afterpay, Acorns, and fintech in Australia
    06:14 – The evolution of fintech and Ben’s insights on the sector’s future
    10:03 – Challenges in open banking and new fintech opportunities
    16:25 – Proptech and logistics: Ben’s latest ventures in tech
    19:00 – Launching the Vanessa Ford Foundation and its mission
    23:15 – Remembering Vanessa and the motivation behind the foundation
    26:00 – Future goals for the foundation and mental health advocacy
    30:12 – Ben’s thoughts on upcoming tech trends and the next wave of startups

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    28 分
  • Scott Berriman on Why He Left Corporate Life to Start TenantX
    2024/11/12
    In this episode of Give It A Nudge, Steve sits down with Scott Berriman, founder of TenantX, a unique commercial property consultancy that’s all about representing tenants. Scott, who’s flying solo as a founder, dives into his transition from a long career in corporate real estate to building his own brand and business.

    Scott shares his journey from the early days working in retail leasing, through the highs and lows of corporate life, and what finally pushed him to go independent. He talks about how TenantX saves companies time and money by navigating lease negotiations, and he explains why having a dedicated tenant representative is crucial, even if many businesses don’t realise it. They also discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on the real estate market and how it led to many people reevaluating their careers.

    Timestamps:
    00:18 – Introduction to Scott Berriman and TenantX
    00:45 – What TenantX does and the role of a tenant rep
    02:28 – Scott’s background: From retail leasing to office leasing
    05:12 – The transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship
    09:07 – Reflecting on the impact of COVID-19 and making life changes
    13:46 – Challenges and rewards of running a solo business
    16:34 – Strategies for business development and building a brand
    21:00 – Handling setbacks and staying motivated
    24:41 – Scott’s future plans and vision for TenantX

    Don’t forget to subscribe to Give It A Nudge for more fascinating conversations with founders and industry leaders who are making an impact!


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    39 分
  • From Startup Founder to KPMG Futures: Chatting with Jessica Baird Walsh
    2024/11/05
    In this episode of Give It A Nudge, Steve welcomes back Jessica Baird Walsh, who has made big changes since her last appearance. Formerly the founder of Remote Social, Jessica now plays a key role in KPMG Futures, where she drives innovation, venture partnerships, and strategic collaborations with startups.

    Jessica shares insights on her new role, how KPMG is staying ahead in tech, and what it's like working with early-stage founders from the corporate side. She also dives into her personal life—raising three kids and running every day for two years straight!

    Timestamps:
    00:18 - Jessica’s return: Big changes since Remote Social
    01:02 - Jessica’s role at KPMG Futures explained
    02:16 - Working with early-stage startups in a corporate setting
    03:50 - Why KPMG continues to invest in innovation
    06:23 - Jessica’s journey from Remote Social to KPMG
    08:25 - Balancing startup and corporate cultures
    09:48 - The resources and flexibility at KPMG
    11:08 - How having three kids shapes Jessica’s work-life balance
    13:32 - Jessica’s daily habit: Running for over 760 days straight!
    18:20 - Launching her passion project, Capital X
    24:37 - How Capital X is helping female founders find investors
    27:16 - The future of work and AI: What’s next for Jessica?

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    30 分

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