🎧 Episode Synopsis:

In this inspiring 16-minute episode, we meet Candace Jarrett, founder of niche recruitment firm Niche People, who shares her unconventional journey from town planning to building a thriving recruitment business—all while juggling life as a mother of three. With practical insights into entrepreneurship, the power of outsourcing, and the underestimated value of town planning, Candace gives listeners a behind-the-scenes look at how she scaled her business with the help of a virtual assistant and leaned into her network to become a leader in her field.

📌 Episode Breakdown:

00:00 – 02:30 | Quickfire Icebreakers
Candace answers lighthearted questions—from her love of coffee and red wine to her late-night work habits and dream holidays.

02:31 – 05:00 | Career Origins
Candace shares how a call from a recruiter and her strong industry network inspired her to leap into recruitment after a successful 20-year career in urban planning.

05:01 – 07:30 | Business Growth & The Role of a VA
She discusses how hiring a virtual assistant transformed her operations, freeing up time for family and business growth.

07:31 – 10:00 | Life Balance & Outsourcing Wisdom
Candace reflects on the importance of support systems, her past ventures, and lessons learned about not doing everything alone.

10:01 – 12:00 | Recruitment Realities
She dives into the complexities of quality hiring, why headhunting matters, and how her VA, Dexter, contributes to sourcing top talent.

12:01 – 14:00 | Town Planning Advocacy
Candace makes a case for town planning as a valuable and underappreciated career path—ideal for students exploring property-related industries.

14:01 – 16:00 | Final Advice & Closing Thoughts
She offers powerful advice for small business owners: outsource smartly, value your time, and focus on what drives growth.

🎯 Why Listen:
If you’re a business owner, aspiring recruiter, or curious about how to pivot careers successfully, Candace’s story will leave you motivated and equipped with actionable insights.

🎧 Episode Synopsis:

In this high-energy and humor-filled episode of Task Me Anything, host Adam Duffus chats with Ryan Murphy—a rising real estate star from Logan—and his dynamic virtual assistant duo, Wendy and Alan, joining from the Philippines. Ryan pulls back the curtain on how leveraging not one, but two highly skilled VAs has elevated his business operations, allowing him to stay laser-focused on what he does best: selling homes and connecting with clients.

Listeners will get a behind-the-scenes look at how VAs streamline prospecting, admin, and client communication, as well as gain insight into how Ryan's authenticity and structure have helped him become a trusted name in his market. With lively banter, fast-paced Q&A, and practical takeaways, this episode is a must-listen for agents ready to scale smart.

🗂️ Episode Breakdown:

• 00:00 – 01:00
  Introduction: Meet Ryan Murphy, the mullet-wearing real estate agent from Logan, and his VAs, Wendy and Alan.
• 01:01 – 03:30
  Quickfire questions & banter: Favorite pump-up tracks, dream VA task (spoiler: it's cooking), and off-the-clock hobbies.
• 03:31 – 06:00
  The VA Impact: Ryan explains how having two VAs allows him to delegate effectively, focus on high-impact tasks, and scale his listings pipeline.
• 06:01 – 08:00
  Workflow in Action: Wendy breaks down how structure and preparation set Ryan apart, and how clear delegation makes their teamwork seamless and productive.
• 08:01 – 10:30
  Cold Calling Confidence: Wendy shares what she loves about calling, her approach to gauging interest, and how this consistency fuels results.
• 10:31 – 11:30
  Secrets to Success: Ryan opens up about being authentic, building trust in the Logan market, and why being relatable beats being polished.
• 11:31 – 12:00
  Final laughs & golf rivalry: Wrapping up with a lighthearted exchange on golf, dreams of green jackets, and a cheeky twist on who’s giving advice to whom.

💡 Perfect For:
Real estate agents, entrepreneurs, and business owners exploring how virtual assistants can drive real productivity, reduce operational strain, and support genuine growth.

In this inspiring episode of Task Me Anything, Adam Duffus welcomes real estate standout Steph Marshall from Harcourts Property Centre. Ranked in the top 1% of Harcourts agents internationally, Steph shares her journey from humble beginnings to building a powerhouse business supported by a dynamic virtual assistant team. Steph opens up about her personal challenges, her strategies for growth, and how smart delegation — particularly through VA support — has transformed her business and life.

This conversation is packed with honest insights about real estate, resilience, and the power of playing to your strengths.

Episode Breakdown:
00:00 — Introduction
Adam introduces Steph Marshall, highlighting her remarkable achievements and her strategic use of VAs.

01:00 — Getting to Know Steph
Quickfire questions reveal Steph’s guilty pleasures, work habits, favorite property features, and what she would outsource if she could.

03:00 — Steph’s Career Journey
Steph shares her story of starting at reception, moving through various roles, her time in London, and how she ultimately built her confidence to succeed in real estate.

05:30 — Overcoming Challenges in Sales
Steph discusses her initial reluctance toward prospecting and cold calling, and how persistence — and some creative outreach — landed her first listing.

07:00 — Recent Successes and Business Growth
Reflecting on her record months, Steph talks about how consistent relationship-building and repeat business have driven her success.

08:30 — How VAs Have Changed Her Business
Steph explains the crucial role her two VAs, Marco and Nora, play in maintaining a clean, powerful database and enabling her to focus on her strengths — without burning out.

10:30 — Looking Ahead
Steph shares her plans to grow her team and her goal of becoming a $1.2 million agent, emphasizing consistent effort, focus, and energy management.

11:30 — Closing Thoughts
Adam and Steph wrap up with mutual appreciation and excitement for what’s ahead in Steph’s career.