From Corporate to Founders: What No One Tells You About Running a Business

In this special mid-season episode of Skale Up, hosts Julie Kim and Sophie Seymaux step away from the guest format for an honest one-on-one conversation about what it’s really been like to build Skale (their luxury business consultancy) from the ground up. Less than a year in, they reflect on their biggest learnings, the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, standout moments from the season’s guests, and what’s coming next.Inside the Episode* A business update from SKALE: clients, new projects, and the exciting expansion of the business launching soon* From Cartier directors to founders: what the first eight months of running a boutique luxury consultancy actually looks like* Sophie’s biggest learning: the surprising confidence and resilience she discovered in herself as a business owner* The art of sales: why selling your services is a craft, and how their approach has evolved dramatically* Julie on the highs and lows of entrepreneurship: navigating wins and failures in the same hour* Why “fail fast” is more than a motto and how setbacks have quietly become blessings in disguise* Reflecting on this season’s all-women guest lineup and what’s coming in the second half* Julie and Sophie both answer a major question featured in every episode of season 2: If you could give one piece of advice on how to scale a business, what would it be?Why Listen?Whether you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or simply curious about what it takes to build a business from scratch, this episode is refreshingly honest. Julie and Sophie give a glimpse inside building a service-based business: from landing clients and navigating sales to embracing failure and thinking long-term. A must-listen for anyone building something of their own.Connect with Us* Instagram: @skale_australia* LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/skale-australia/* Email: [email protected]* Website: www.skaleaustralia.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit skaleaustralia.substack.com/subscribe