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Biz Secrets Exposed
Hosted by Fusion Biz Co · EN
A revealing podcast full of unique stories and little known secrets, behind the success of influential entrepreneurs, change makers and small business owners.
Fusion Biz Co Founder, Ashley Matkovic interviews successful entrepreneurs and has them reveal raw stories of breakdown and breakthrough moments, their mindset hacks, their daily success habits, how they grew their business, social media and marketing growth hacks, and their unique frameworks and methods.
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Liz Brown: Pulling yourself out of victimhood, processing trauma through the body, and how Liz created her own healing modality, resulting in a 5 figure practitioner training launch day
Jan 10, 202400:36:59Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Biz Secrets Exposed, Fusion Biz Co. Founder Ashley Matkovic interviews 400+ hour Trauma informed yoga and meditation teacher, A Feminine Embodiment Coach and Spinal Energetics Practitioner, Elizabeth Brown! Biz Secrets Exposed is our fortnightly interview series where we bring you inspiring stories and actionable tips from our Fusion Biz Co. members and other successful entrepreneurs. In this episode, Liz vulnerably shares how she ran away from home in her early teens, which was followed by a decade of substance abuse and depression. She pulled herself out of the depths of depression and victimhood by realising that helping others was giving her a sense of purpose and slowly built her self-love. Liz also shares a pivotal moment in a salon where she observed women undermining each other, inspiring her to embark on an entrepreneurial path. This courageous leap eventually transformed her into a trauma-informed healer and the creator of a ground breaking healing modality—the Inherited Release Method. Recently launched, the facilitator training program witnessed an extraordinary 5-figure day. During the interview, Liz shares practical tips on processing trauma through the body and fostering self-love and compassion in their own lives. Listen in to hear Liz’s juicy secret, rock bottom moment, biggest win, tips, big dreams and go-to mindset and self-care hacks to keep you inspired to kick your business goals. ABOUT LIZ BROWN: Elizabeth brown is an award winning business woman, who is dedicated to liberating trauma from a more embodied place. Having delved deep into healing arts and also through her own awakening for nearing 20 years, her experience and courage is her driving force to empower those, who feel lost, displaced, and not know where their purpose is in the world. Elizabeth is a qualified 400+ hour Trauma informed yoga and meditation teacher, A Feminine Embodiment Coach and Spinal Energetics Practitioner. Also formally trained in Beauty therapy, Aromatherapy, Swedish and Remedial massage, Reflexology, Kinesiology and Reiki 1, 2 & Master. I also enjoy Herbalism, Flower essences, Sound healing, and often incorporate this into all of my offerings. Follow Liz on IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamlizbrown_/ Website: https://www.elizabethbrown.co/ More about the Inherited Release Method: https://elizabethbrown.mykajabi.com/inherited-release-method Meet Liz and other powerhouse female entrepreneurs in Perth! Check out Fusion Biz Co: https://fusionbizco.com.au/ Join our networking community of powerhouse businesswomen in Perth: https://fusionbizco.com.au/joinus/
Transcribe →Sheila Anderson: Authenticity on social media; facing family health battles; and finding strength and security through small business
Dec 7, 202300:42:36Tap to summarizeWelcome to another episode of Biz Secrets Exposed, where Fusion Biz Co. Founder, Ashley Matkovic, sits down with Business & Sales Coach, Sheila Anderson. In this candid conversation, Sheila shares her inspiring journey of resilience, personal growth, and authentic business strategies. In this episode, Sheila opens up about her experiences behind the business, including navigating the unknown of facing a significant health battle of a close family member. She reflects on the mindset shifts and doubt she has had to overcome, emerging on the other side with a newfound strength and determination. Sheila also provides valuable insights into crafting authentic and engaging social media posts. Listeners will gain practical tips to enhance their online presence and write scroll stopping posts! Sheila shares a personal milestone – taking her family on a holiday to Bali. She discusses the importance of switching off from work to fully enjoy precious moments with loved ones. Her ability to balance work and life is a testament to her dedication and self-care practices. ABOUT SHEILA ANDERSON: Biz & marketing coach for ambitious women ready to do the work. Helping service-based businesses who wanna master the art of selling, build genuine relationships, and seriously scale their brand’s profitability (sans sleazy strategies - we ain’t about that life). Connect with Sheila Anderson: https://hellosheila.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellosheila__/ Join the Fusion Biz Co. Community: Connect with powerhouse female entrepreneurs in Perth and explore networking opportunities. Visit https://fusionbizco.com.au/ to learn more and join the community of hundreds of local likeminded ladies Join Ashley Matkovic and Sheila Anderson in this enlightening episode as they explore the personal and professional facets of Sheila's journey. Gain inspiration, learn valuable tips for social media engagement, and discover the unique approach Sheila takes in her coaching business.
Transcribe →Taryn Watson: How Taryn turned FitRight around and went from declaring a loss (post-covid) to now thriving with a new improved business model and working less than 25 hours a week
Nov 20, 202300:37:31Tap to summarizeIn this insightful episode of Biz Secrets Exposed, Fusion Biz Co. Founder Ashley Matkovic dives into the inspiring story of Taryn Watson, a Women's Health Physiotherapist and the resilient mind behind FitRight. Taryn opens up about her remarkable journey from declaring a loss post-COVID to successfully turning FitRight around with a new and improved business model, all while working less than 25 hours a week. Show Highlights: Taryn takes us behind the scenes of FitRight's evolution, sharing candidly about her initial success and subsequent financial challenges in her first business. Despite outward appearances with appearances on Sunrise and Mamma Mia, she faced setbacks, leading her to reevaluate and restructure FitRight into a more sustainable and profitable venture. Learn from Taryn's experiences as she discusses the pivotal moments in her business journey. With vulnerability, she reflects on the valuable lessons she gained from her first business, her IVF journey, and the adaptation required during the pandemic. Taryn provides insights into the decisions that led her to pivot her business into FitRight HQ, a multidisciplinary Women's Health Clinic. Discover how Taryn, now with a business partner and enhanced administrative support, has revamped FitRight and found her feet as a business owner. Taryn candidly shares the highs and lows of business ownership, highlighting the flexibility, challenges, and rewards that come with it. Acknowledging the tears, stress, and heartache, she emphasises the resilience required to navigate the entrepreneurial path. Taryn Watson is a Women's Health Physiotherapist (AKA a Vagina Physio!) who has worked in private practice in Perth and London for 15 years, niching down into the area of pre and postnatal exercise, and 'pelvic floor friendly' exercise for women of all ages. From very early in her career, she realised that she had an entrepreneurial streak and nearly 10 years ago she created the business 'FitRight' and created a Pregnancy Exercise DVD. This quickly morphed into FitRight branded pregnancy and postnatal pilates classes, and then a training program to train other physiotherapists around Perth to become FitRight instructors, and within the next 3-4 years there were FitRight branded exercise classes all over Perth, from Currambine to Mandurah to Armadale to Cottesloe. Throw in an IVF journey, two children and a pandemic, and Taryn's business journey has been quite a rollercoaster of adapting and surviving along the way! In 2021 and 2022, Taryn had to make some big decisions and ended up starting a second business, FitRight HQ, a multidisciplinary Women's Health Clinic, and scaling back and merging the original exercise class business into this. Now, with a business partner, much improved systems, and more extensive administrative support, Taryn finally feels like she's found her feet in business. Taryn loves the flexibility, challenges and rewards that come with business ownership, but acknowledges that there have been way more tears, stress and heartache than if she worked as an employee for someone else! Connect with Taryn Watson: Instagram: FitRight FitRight Website: FitRight HQ Taryn Watson is a Women's Health Physiotherapist (AKA a Vagina Physio!) who has worked in private practice in Perth and London for 15 years, niching down into the area of pre and postnatal exercise, and 'pelvic floor friendly' exercise for women of all ages. Join the Fusion Biz Co. Community: Connect with powerhouse female entrepreneurs in Perth and explore networking opportunities. Visit Fusion Biz Co to learn more and join the community. Don't miss this episode filled with Taryn's insights, lessons learned, and the strategies that propelled FitRight to success. Tune in to gain inspiration for your own entrepreneurial journey and learn the secrets behind Taryn's thriving business model.
Transcribe →Cat Westell: Building a heart-centred 6-figure business in a saturated market, plus how Cat realigned and rebuilt her business (and self worth!) after burn out.
Oct 30, 202300:44:35Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Biz Secrets Exposed, Fusion Biz Co. Founder Ashley Matkovic interviews Owner and Creator at Amoret Muse, Cat Westell. Biz Secrets Exposed is our fortnightly interview series where we bring you inspiring stories and actionable tips from our Fusion Biz Co. members and other successful entrepreneurs. In this episode, Cat shares how a lock down hobby turned into a 6-figure business in the space of 3 years, and how self care is so much more than bubble baths and affirmations. Cat shares her profound learnings from a personal journey that you can take and apply to your own life. After realising she had come out of alignment with the values of her business, Cat took some time to ground herself and look inward, leading to a business rebrand and bucket load of newfound self empowerment. During the interview, Cat also provides valuable and practical tips for how you can get increase your own self worth, that go beyond the surface level. Listen in to hear Cat's juicy secret, rock bottom moment, biggest win, self-worth tips, big dreams and go-to mindset and self care hacks to keep you inspired to kick your business goals. ABOUT CAT WESTELL: Cat Westell is the Owner and Creator of Amoret Muse – a business that creates High-quality, luxurious products that encourage intentional living through self-care, aiding busy souls on their journey to practice mindfulness and gratitude. Hand crafted for the bath, body & home, designed to evoke feelings of nostalgia and relaxation. Amoret Muse was born during the lock down as an act of self-care, and Cat has recently rebranded with the motto: BREATHE DEEPLY, SURRENDER FEARLESSLY & EMPOWER YOUR TRUE AUTHENTIC SELF. Follow Cat on IG: https://www.instagram.com/amoretmuse Amoret Muse website: https://amoretmuse.com/ Meet Cat and other powerhouse female entrepreneurs in Perth! Check out Fusion Biz Co: https://fusionbizco.com.au/ Join our networking community of powerhouse businesswomen in Perth: https://fusionbizco.com.au/joinus/
Transcribe →Emily Fogg: Finding balance between managing a rapidly growing business, learning how to be a mum, and anxiety from a high pressure job
Oct 16, 202300:19:27Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Biz Secrets Exposed, Fusion Biz Co. Founder Ashley Matkovic interviews teacher turned award winning business owner, Emily Fogg. Biz Secrets Exposed is our fortnightly interview series where we bring you inspiring stories and actionable tips from our Fusion Biz Co. members and other successful entrepreneurs. In this episode, Emily shares how she navigated her pregnancy with anxiety due to her high pressure teaching job, and how her business rapidly grew to the point where she was able to register for GST in the first year. She also shares how made the decision to scale back her business for now despite the big demand, in order to put her mental health first and be a present parent for her 3 yo daughter. Emily discusses her passion for inclusivity and about how she recently co-founded a new business, CAPE Ability Network, to recognise small business and people with disability with an Annual Award Gala and Community Networking. During the interview, Emily also provides valuable tips for how we as business owners can be more inclusive in our practises. Listen in to hear Emily's juicy secret, rock bottom moment, biggest win, inclusivity tips, big dreams and go-to mindset and self care hacks to keep you inspired to kick your business goals. ABOUT EMILY FOGG: Emily Fogg is a teacher turned business owner. She started the award winning Wise Owl Tuition in January 2022, because she knew with her 14 years of teaching experience that there were many students who were being left behind and desperately needed quality learning intervention. Wise Owl Tuition offers range of services to children aged 6 to 16 specialising in supporting neurodiverse learners (ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia and Autism). Follow Emily on IG: https://www.instagram.com/wiseowltuitionwa/ CAPE Ability Network: https://www.instagram.com/cape.abilitynetwork/ Tuition Services: https://www.wiseowltuition.com/ Meet Emily and other powerhouse female entrepreneurs in Perth! Check out Fusion Biz Co: https://fusionbizco.com.au/ Join our networking community of powerhouse businesswomen in Perth: https://fusionbizco.com.au/joinus/
Transcribe →Tarra Lee: How losing her mother lead to finding her purpose in Ayurvedic Health, plus how you can find your own life purpose through Vedic Astrology
Sep 27, 202300:35:13Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Biz Secrets Exposed, Fusion Biz Co. Founder Ashley Matkovic interviews an Evolutionary Vedic Astrologer, Ayurvedic Health Consultant, and Spiritual Advisor, Tarra Lee. Biz Secrets Exposed is our fortnightly interview series where we bring you inspiring stories and actionable tips from our Fusion Biz Co. members and other successful entrepreneurs. In this episode, Tarra shares how she dove into the world of Ayurvedic Health to find answers after the passing of her mother from bowel cancer, and has now built a life and business empowering women to live in alignment with their true purpose, through the use of Ayurveda as well as Vedic Astrology. Tarra also shares about her unconventional upbringing, the silver linings that have come from facing immense grief, and how she is choosing to grow her business in a very soul-led way. During the interview, Tarra also provides valuable tips for how you can get to know yourself on a deeper level, and find your life purpose through your Vedic Astrology chart! Listen in to hear Tarra's juicy secret, rock bottom moment, biggest win, health tips, big dreams and go-to mindset and self care hacks to keep you inspired to kick your business goals. ABOUT TARRA LEE RULLO: Tarra Lee is an Evolutionary Vedic Astrologer, Ayurvedic Health Consultant, and Spiritual Advisor and Guide, dedicated to helping individuals achieve self-mastery and live in alignment with their true purpose. Through the ancient Vedic sciences of Vedic astrology and Ayurvedic Medicine, Tarra awakens and empowers women to reconnect with their sovereign selves. By utilising your Vedic birth chart and Ayurvedic constitution, she offers a complete soul blueprint, guiding you through life counselling and the development of positive life strategies to achieve optimal physical health and balance. Tarra's passion lies in equipping women with practical tools to cultivate clarity, courage, and confidence, enabling them to live a soul-aligned life. If you find yourself stuck in patterns that hold you back, Tarra can help illuminate your path and uncover the energetic blocks in your unique soul blueprint – a snapshot of the stars at the moment of your birth. Embracing this deep self-awareness, you can acknowledge your authentic gifts and clarify your soul's purpose for incarnating. Tarra's guidance also facilitates connecting with the frequency of abundance, allowing you to thrive in all aspects of life. In Tarra's philosophy, the key to success lies in embracing your true self and being who you are meant to be. Your Vedic chart serves as a powerful tool, empowering your journey towards self-mastery and fulfilment. Follow Tarra on IG: https://www.instagram.com/tarraleerullo Work with Tarra: https://www.tarra-lee.com/link-in-bio Meet Tarra and other powerhouse female entrepreneurs in Perth! Check out Fusion Biz Co: https://fusionbizco.com.au/ Join our networking community of powerhouse businesswomen in Perth: https://fusionbizco.com.au/joinus/
Transcribe →Nicole Hailwood: Building a thriving marketing & design business around a busy life, plus hear Nic's top 3 marketing tips to keep you in your own lane
Sep 19, 202300:29:37Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Biz Secrets Exposed, Fusion Biz Co. Founder Ashley Matkovic interviews Marketing and Design Expert, Nicole Hailwood from Cannect Comms. Biz Secrets Exposed is our fortnightly interview series where we bring you inspiring stories and actionable tips from our Fusion Biz Co. members and other successful entrepreneurs. In this episode, Nicole shares how she started her freelance marketing business whilst managing an already busy life, how she got her first clients, and her top tips to simplify marketing! Nicole candidly speaks of a relatable rock bottom moment in business when she made a costly mistake, a good reminder to get contracts in place. During the interview, Nic also provides valuable tips for how you can make marketing work for you, and avoid the shiny object syndrome. Listen in to hear Nicole's juicy secret, rock bottom moment, biggest win, marketing tips, big dreams and go-to mindset and self care hacks to keep you inspired to kick your business goals. ABOUT NICOLE HAILWOOD: Strategically minded and creatively wired, Nicole is your big picture AND details deliverer, hands-on marketing gal. She has been in the marketing game for over ten years and has a Bachelor of Communication, as well as a Master of Business Studies with distinction in Communication under her belt. Follow Nicole on IG: https://www.instagram.com/cannectcomms/ Check out her website: https://www.cannectcomms.com/ Meet Nicole and other powerhouse female entrepreneurs in Perth! Check out Fusion Biz Co: https://fusionbizco.com.au/ Join our networking community of powerhouse businesswomen in Perth: https://fusionbizco.com.au/joinus/
Transcribe →Cat Skreiner: Pivoting from Facebook Ads Expert to Human Design Coach, and making 6 figures in her first year, plus an overview of the 5 Human Design energy types
Aug 30, 202300:45:44Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Biz Secrets Exposed, Fusion Biz Co. Founder Ashley Matkovic interviews Human Design + Gene Keys Mentor, Cat Skreiner. Biz Secrets Exposed is our fortnightly interview series where we bring you inspiring stories and actionable tips from our Fusion Biz Co. members and other successful entrepreneurs. In this episode, Cat shares how she found her purpose through studying Human Design and completely changed her business from Facebook Ads Expert to Human Design Coach in the middle of the pandemic, going on to make 6-figure in her first 12 months. Cat candidly speaks of that transition period, as well as sharing a succinct overview of the five human design energy types. During the interview, Cat also provides valuable tips for how you can find out more about your own human design chart, and how this can help your business flow from a place of alignment to avoid burnout. Listen in to hear Cat's juicy secret, rock bottom moment, biggest win, HD tips, big dreams and go-to mindset and self care hacks to keep you inspired to kick your business goals. ABOUT CAT SKREINER: Cat fuses her 14+ years in digital marketing with Human Design & Gene Keys to help clients catapult their business success and drive impact through the integration and embodiment of their energetic gifts. She works with clients to create an intentional and authentic business that allows them to share their brilliance with the world in a way that feels easeful, fun and aligned. Follow Cat on IG: https://www.instagram.com/cat.skreiner/ Check out her website: https://www.catskreiner.com/ Meet Cat and other powerhouse female entrepreneurs in Perth! Check out Fusion Biz Co: https://fusionbizco.com.au/ Join our networking community of powerhouse businesswomen in Perth: https://fusionbizco.com.au/joinus/ Thanks to our show sponsor The Search Republic, get SEO on FIRE for 10% off using FUSION23: https://services.thesearchrepublic.com.au/en-au/seo-on-fire
Transcribe →Lacey Savell: Building confidence through motherhood and mirror work
Aug 16, 202300:34:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Biz Secrets Exposed, Fusion Biz Co. Founder Ashley Matkovic interviews Stylist and Image Coach, Lacey Savell @imyourgotogirl Biz Secrets Exposed is our fortnightly interview series where we bring you inspiring stories and actionable tips from our Fusion Biz Co. members and other successful entrepreneurs. In this episode, Lacey shares her personal journey of heartbreak to empowered mama! After a broken relationship and living on the opposite side of the country, Lacey went through her darkest months of emotional turmoil. After discovering mirror work through Louise Hay, this was the catalyst for her transformation and today Lacey is a happy mama and successful stylist helping other mums find their confidence by combining the inner work with the outer style. During the interview, Lacey also provides valuable tips for how you can find your own style, and build inner confidence through mirror work and other mindset hacks. Listen in to hear Lacey's juicy secret, rock bottom moment, imposter syndrome story, biggest win, stylist tips, big dreams and go-to mindset and self care hacks to keep you inspired to kick your business goals. ABOUT LACEY SAVELL: Lacey is a Stylist & Image coach of 11 years being the all in one solution helping mums in biz regain their confidence through self-connection and personal style. Follow Lacey on IG: https://www.instagram.com/imyourgotogirl/ Check out her website: https://www.yourgotogirl.com.au/ To find out how you can get connected with Lacey and other powerhouse female entrepreneurs in Perth, check out Fusion Biz Co: https://fusionbizco.com.au/ Join our community of powerhouse businesswomen in Perth: https://fusionbizco.com.au/joinus/ Thanks to our show sponsor The Search Republic, get SEO on FIRE for 10% off using FUSION23: https://services.thesearchrepublic.com.au/en-au/seo-on-fire
Transcribe →Emilie Otto: How hobbies helped Em find her flow again, and go on to generate a million dollars in revenue in just 4 years
Jul 20, 202300:20:58Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Biz Secrets Exposed, Fusion Biz Co. Founder Ashley Matkovic interviews Owner/Creative Director at House of Hobby, Emilie Otto. Biz Secrets Exposed is our fortnightly interview series where we bring you inspiring stories and actionable tips from our Fusion Biz Co. members and other successful entrepreneurs. In this episode, Emilie shares how reigniting her love of hobbies lead to her growing Perth's leading hobby workshop business, bringing in a million dollars of revenue over the past 4 years. Em shares behind the scenes of what it takes to run a business that puts on 20 workshops every month, plus how she has "World Craft Domination" meetings with her staff. During the interview, Em also provides valuable business tips for how you can fall in love with your own hobby! Listen in to hear Emilie's rock bottom moment, imposter syndrome story, biggest win, juicy secret, hobby tips and go-to mindset and self care hacks to keep you inspired to kick your business goals. ABOUT EMILIE OTTO: Meet Emilie Otto, Owner/Creative Director at House of Hobby. She’s on a mission to make people’s lives more joy-filled, by helping them find a creative hobby! After years of working as a freelance designer I felt burnt out and exhausted, I’d made no time for my hobbies and self-care was constantly on the bottom of my to-do list. I started teaching creative workshops to escape from behind the computer and connect with people who wanted to make more time for creativity. Sharing my creative skills and inspiring other people to take time for their hobbies became addictive, it fills me with joy and a sense of purpose. Follow Em on IG: https://www.instagram.com/hohperth/ and https://www.instagram.com/emilieottoart/ Book into a workshop here: https://www.houseofhobby.net/workshops To find out how you can get connected with Emilie and other powerhouse female entrepreneurs in Perth, check out Fusion Biz Co: https://fusionbizco.com.au/ Join our community of powerhouse businesswomen in Perth: https://fusionbizco.com.au/joinus/
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