Seven Figure Founders

She Built a $500K+ Mediation Business Helping Couples Avoid Court | Dianne Loveday

Dianne Loveday is the founder of Bayside Mediation, a private family dispute resolution practice helping separating couples avoid long, costly, and emotionally damaging legal battles. Since starting the business in 2013, Dianne has grown Bayside Mediation into a respected practice turning over more than half a million dollars per year, with a team of associates and referrals from solicitors across Victoria. In this episode, Dianne shares how she built the business, why mediation can be a powerful legal alternative to going straight to lawyers, and how separating couples can protect their children, finances, and future. We discuss: • Building Bayside Mediation from the ground up • The biggest mistakes couples make during separation • Mediation vs lawyers • Growing through referrals and reputation • Still scaling and building legacy at 70 This is a powerful conversation about business, family, legacy, and creating a better way for people to separate without destroying everything they built together. About Diane Dianne Loveday is the founder of Bayside Mediation, a private family dispute resolution practice helping separating couples resolve parenting and financial matters without the stress, cost, and damage of lengthy court battles. A qualified Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Dianne brings together her background in psychology, conflict resolution, and business to offer families a legal alternative to going straight to lawyers. Since launching Bayside Mediation in 2013, she has grown it into a respected practice with a team of associates, strong solicitor referrals, and a turnover of over half a million dollars per year. Bayside Mediation was recently recognised in the APAC Australian Enterprise Awards 2026 as Family Law Professionals – Victoria, and Dianne is also a finalist for ADR Mediator of the Year. Connect with Diane Website / key landing page > https://baysidemediation.com.au/ [https://baysidemediation.com.au/] Social profiles (personal + company) FB > https://www.facebook.com/baysidemediation [https://www.facebook.com/baysidemediation] IG > https://www.instagram.com/baysidemediation/ [https://www.instagram.com/baysidemediation/] TT > https://www.tiktok.com/@bayside.mediation [https://www.tiktok.com/@bayside.mediation] YT > https://www.youtube.com/@baysidemediation [https://www.youtube.com/@baysidemediation] Podcast > https://open.spotify.com/show/58dNSheo6VjuCoV6aU14HI [https://open.spotify.com/show/58dNSheo6VjuCoV6aU14HI] LinkedIn > https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianne-loveday-a2b2a474/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianne-loveday-a2b2a474/] * Special offers, resources, or hiring pageResource pages > https://baysidemediation.com.au/resources/ [https://baysidemediation.com.au/resources/]

From Losing Her Arms to Financial Freedom: Louise Bedford’s Trading Empire

Louise Bedford didn’t plan to become a full-time trader. After rising through the corporate world, a sudden health crisis forced her to leave everything behind—losing the use of her arms and her career overnight. But instead of starting over, she leaned into a skill she had quietly built: trading the markets. Today, Louise is one of Australia’s leading trading experts, with over 30 years of experience, six bestselling books, and thousands of students who have transformed their financial futures. 🔑 In this episode, we discuss: • Turning adversity into opportunity • Building income beyond your career • Why trading is not gambling (and how to do it properly) • The mindset behind long-term wealth creation • Creating a legacy through education and impact 🎧 Whether you're a founder, investor, or someone looking to build financial freedom—this episode is packed with practical insights you can apply immediately. About Louise Louise Bedford is one of Australia’s most respected trading experts, with over 30 years of market experience and six bestselling books. She is a behavioural finance specialist, host of the Talking Trading podcast, and founder of Mentor Program Pro, where she helps traders build skill, confidence, and sustainable results in the markets.Her story is one of resilience and reinvention. After losing the use of her arms and being forced to leave her corporate career, Louise turned to trading as a pathway to financial freedom — even learning to trade with a pen in her mouth. Today, she teaches others how to create more choice, independence, and long-term wealth through trading. Connect with Louise Website: http://tradinggame.com.au/ [http://tradinggame.com.au/] LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/louise-bedford [https://au.linkedin.com/in/louise-bedford] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TradingGame/ [https://www.facebook.com/TradingGame/] Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheTradingGame [https://twitter.com/TheTradingGame] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/tradinggame [https://www.youtube.com/tradinggame] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tradinggame.com.au/ [https://www.instagram.com/tradinggame.com.au/] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tradinggame.com.au [https://www.tiktok.com/@tradinggame.com.au]

She Almost Quit… Then Built a Global Film Company by Solving One Problem at a Time

Louise Schultze didn’t just build a production company—she rebuilt her entire career from scratch. After leaving the film industry, becoming a stay-at-home mum, and facing rejection trying to return, Louise nearly gave up. Instead, she leaned into one principle that changed everything: 👉 Solve real problems—and the business will follow. Today, she leads a growing film and media company, has scaled through multiple industry disruptions (including COVID), and is building a legacy model that could one day be owned by creatives themselves. In this episode, we go deep into: • How she rebuilt her career after a 10-year gap • Why most creative businesses fail (and how to fix it) • The role of data and analytics in storytelling • How she grew 30% year-on-year by investing in people • Turning crises (like COVID) into new business models • Her long-term vision to leave her company to artists This is not just a story about film—it’s a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and purpose-driven growth.

From Side Hustle to 600+ Players: How Pete Maunder Built No Limits Basketball

Pete Maunder didn’t start with a business plan. He started with a love for basketball… and no clear idea what career he wanted. Today, he’s the Founder and CEO of No Limits Basketball — a Melbourne-based training company with: 600+ players trained every week 20+ staff Multiple facilities (with more on the way) In this episode of Seven Figure Founders, Pete shares how he turned a side hustle into a scalable business — and the mindset shifts required to grow beyond being “just a coach.”We dive into: How he built the business organically from scratch The turning point of opening his first facility Lessons from expanding to multiple locations Why niching down accelerated growth The leadership shift from control to trust And how his mission evolved beyond basketball At its core, this is a story about building a business that helps people unlock their potential — not just as athletes, but in life.⏱️ About Pete Pete Maunder is the Founder and CEO of No Limits Basketball, a Melbourne-based basketball training company that has grown from a side hustle into a multi-site business. He started in 2011 after discovering a passion for coaching while volunteering with junior teams, and over time turned that passion into a full-time company. Today, No Limits Basketball trains more than 600 players each week, employs around 20 staff, and is built around a mission to help young people unlock their potential, dream big, and chase greatness—both on and off the court. 🔗 Connect with Pete Website: [https://nolimitsbasketball.com.au](https://nolimitsbasketball.com.au/) [https://nolimitsbasketball.com.au](https://nolimitsbasketball.com.au/)] LinkedIn: Pete Maunder

From Single Mum to $2M Buyers Agency: How Julie Built Australia’s First Flat-Fee Model

What happens when a top-performing real estate agent decides to walk away from commission and stand on the buyer’s side instead? In this episode of Seven Figure Founders, Julie DeBondt-Barker shares how she: • Created Australia’s first flat-fee buyers agency • Scaled Property Home Base into a $2M+ national business • Helped clients grow $22M+ in net wealth since 2019 • Built a 12-advocate team — and brought her family into the business • Navigated succession, legacy, and letting go From starting with 3x5 index cards… to building systems and national expansion… to preparing her son to take over the company — this is a masterclass in entrepreneurship, leadership, and longevity. Julie also opens up about: • Working with your spouse in business • Raising entrepreneurial children • The power of personal development (Jim Rohn, Landmark Forum) • Trusting your gut when building something new • Knowing when it’s time to slow down This is a story about conviction, courage — and never giving up. About Julie DeBondt-Barker Julie is the Founding Director of Property Home Base, Australia’s first flat-fee buyers agency. After 10 years as a successful selling agent in Melbourne, she made the bold move to advocate for buyers instead. Since launching in 2013, her company has grown nationally, helped thousands of buyers, and supported investors in generating over $22M in net wealth growth. Today, she’s building a legacy business alongside her husband and son — while preparing for her next chapter. Connect with Julie 🌐 Website: Property Home Base [http://www.propertyhomebase.com.au] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/53211721/admin/dashboard/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/53211721/admin/dashboard/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyhomebase/ [https://www.instagram.com/propertyhomebase/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/propertyhomebase.com.au [https://www.facebook.com/propertyhomebase.com.au]