Freeze-Dried Pet Treats That Changed the Game with Jenny Richards

Innovating mental health solutions - Steven Farrugia

Innovating mental health solutions - Steven Farrugia In this special episode of The Makers Podcast, Brandon and Tod interview Steven Farrugia, Character & Culture Expert, Social Entrepreneur, Strategist, Executive Adviser, Speaker, Continuous Improvement. Founder, CEO & Chair at Sharetree. Check him out here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stfarrugia/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stfarrugia/] http://www.sharetree.org [http://www.sharetree.org] more info to come Thanks to: https://www.centricminds.com/ [https://www.centricminds.com/] Check out Tod Pedler here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/] Check out Brandon Burns here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/] https://www.teamified.com.au/ [https://www.teamified.com.au/]

Freeze-Dried Pet Treats That Changed the Game with Jenny Richards

In this episode of The Makers Podcast, hosts Brandon and Tod chat with Jenny Richards, founder of The Paw Grocer, about her journey from owning a Boost Juice franchise to creating premium freeze-dried pet treats. Jenny shares how her passion for pets and entrepreneurship led her to revolutionize the pet industry with innovative, human-grade products. Takeaways: * The Paw Grocer’s freeze-dried treats offer maximum nutrition using human-grade ingredients. * The pet industry remains recession-proof, with growing demand for quality products. * Branding inspired by other industries helps set The Paw Grocer apart. * Strategic supplier diversification and operational efficiency are key to scaling. * Networking and incremental progress drive entrepreneurial success. Thanks to: ⁠ [https://www.centricminds.com/]https://www.centricminds.com/⁠ [https://www.centricminds.com/⁠] Check out Tod Pedler here - ⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/]https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/⁠] Check out Brandon Burns here - ⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/]https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/⁠] ⁠ [https://www.teamified.com.au/]https://www.teamified.com.au/ [https://www.teamified.com.au/]

Lightrium Lamp: Capturing the Sun to Illuminate Your Home

In this special episode of The Makers Podcast, Brandon interviews co-host Todd about the revolutionary Lightrium Lamp. This innovative lighting solution combines sleek design, cutting-edge technology, and sustainability, offering users a compact, self-sustaining light source powered by the sun. Todd shares insights into the inspiration behind the lamp, the journey from concept to prototype, and the broader potential of this groundbreaking technology to transform energy usage in homes. Takeaways * The Lightrium Lamp leverages advanced solar technology to charge in as little as 2 hours of sunlight, providing eco-friendly illumination at night. * Featuring a sleek, minimalist design, the lamp is compact, lightweight, and easy to incorporate into any home décor. * Smart functionality includes app-controlled features, such as automatic scheduling, brightness adjustment, and over-the-air updates. * Locally manufactured in Australia, the Lightrium Lamp is built with sustainability and quality in mind, supporting the local economy while reducing its environmental footprint. * Designed to empower renters and homeowners, the lamp offers an accessible entry point into solar technology, addressing rising energy costs with innovative solutions. Thanks to: https://www.centricminds.com/ [https://www.centricminds.com/] Check out Tod Pedler here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/] Check out Brandon Burns here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/] https://www.teamified.com.au/ [https://www.teamified.com.au/]

How Does It Actually Work Setting Up a Team Offshore?

In this episode, Todd Pedler interviews Brandon Burns, a tech entrepreneur and current leader at Teamified, a company that helps tech businesses extend their financial reach through a balanced global workforce. Brandon shares his journey from a childhood acting career to becoming a tech entrepreneur, discussing his experience in building and scaling businesses, the rebranding of the company from "Patona" to "Teamified," and the importance of community in business. He also provides insights into how Teamified uses global talent to help tech companies achieve growth while controlling costs. Key Takeaways: * Rebranding to Teamified helped the company align its name with its tech-focused mission and branding trends. * Teamified’s global workforce strategy allows clients to build cost-effective teams by balancing onshore and offshore talent. * Leveraging LinkedIn and community events has proven effective for Teamified in building brand awareness despite high ad costs. * Brandon’s career journey from acting to tech entrepreneurship provided valuable insights into adapting across industries. Thanks to: https://www.centricminds.com/ [https://www.centricminds.com/] Check out Tod Pedler here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/] Check out Brandon Burns here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/] https://www.teamified.com.au/ [https://www.teamified.com.au/]

Why Personal Branding and Leadership Coaching Are Game-Changers with Madeline Miller

In this episode of the Makers Podcast, host Brandon Burns and co-host Todd Pedler welcome their first international guest, Madeline Miller, a career and leadership coach, entertainment lawyer, and creator of the Dream Career Accelerator Program. The conversation explores Madeline's journey from law to the entertainment industry, her strategies for content creation, and her insights on entrepreneurship and finding purpose in one's career. In this conversation, Madeline Miller discusses her insights on workplace culture, the journey into coaching, and the challenges faced by her clients. She emphasizes the need for better interpersonal skills in the workplace and reflects on her experiences as a coach. Madeline shares her target audience, business model, and the importance of supporting younger generations in their professional development. She also provides insights from the entertainment industry and discusses common scenarios that lead clients to seek her coaching services. The conversation concludes with how clients can find her and her aspirations for the future. Takeaways * Madeline Miller helps Gen Z and Millennials build personal brands through content creation and strategy. * She transitioned from law to entertainment, emphasizing networking and persistence. * Entrepreneurship can be learned through effort, while leadership focuses on curiosity and growth. * Madeline advocates for self-awareness, positive workplace culture, and finding purpose to combat burnout. Check out Madeline here - Thanks to: https://www.centricminds.com/ [https://www.centricminds.com/] Check out Tod Pedler here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/todpedler/] Check out Brandon Burns here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonjkburns/] https://www.teamified.com.au/ [https://www.teamified.com.au/]