Breaking Barriers and Empowering Inclusive Workplaces with Shaun Pianta

In this episode, Fiona chats with Shaun Pianta, an ambassador for atWork Australia, who shares his inspiring journey as a person living with a disability, discussing the challenges and opportunities it has brought. He also highlights the importance of inclusive workplaces and shares valuable insights on employment statistics for individuals with disabilities. Tune in!You'll Learn How To:Shaun's unexpected journey and life changesShaun's holiday in BaliThe impact of Shaun's vision impairment on his daily life, including drivingShaun's training for the Paralympics and his journey as a ParalympianThe challenges faced during recovery and rebuilding confidenceShaun's relationship with his family and their support throughout his journeyShaun's transition to work and his role as an ambassador for atWork AustraliaShaun's advocacy for disability employment and promoting the benefits of employing people with disabilitiesatWork Australia helps people find employment and supports small business owners with diversity and inclusionTime management is key in juggling work, study, and personal lifeOther disability advocates and organizationsGet started on a more successful and sustainable small business with our range of free tools at mydailybusiness.com/freestuffConnect and get in touch with My Daily BusinessMy Daily Business ShopMy Daily Business Free Weekly PlannerMy Daily Business Waitlist A huge thanks to our sponsor #gifted a platform that helps businesses connect with real people creating real content, at a fraction of the time and cost of a traditional campaign. My Daily Business listeners can use code MDB50 at checkout for 50% off their first month, on either monthly plan. Check out #gifted.  Want to get your #smallbusiness sorted in 2026/ 27? Check out our 1:1 business coaching packages from a one-off session to 6-months of coaching.  Want to know more about AI and how to harness it for your small businesS? Join our new monthly AI chat for small business owners. You can join anytime at www.mydailybusiness.com/AIchat Try out my fave AI tool, Poppy AI here and use discount code FIONA.  We also love Descript.  Connect and get in touch with My Daily Business via our shop, freebies, award-winning books, Instagram and Tik Tok.