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The Socius Podcast
by William Freitas
The Socius is a platform that provides our listeners a seat at the table with various business leaders and success stories. We exist to empower the next generation of business leaders in their journey of business and life. We aim to inspire, educate and lead future entrepreneurs, CEOs and professionals who are out to make an impact, build their success, and love their life.
Episodes
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Turning politics and graffiti into a career in art - Scottie Marsh
In this episode of The Socius Podcast, Will sits down with Scott Marsh - the street artist behind some of Australia’s most viral and controversial murals. From the Kanye Loves Kanye piece that made global headlines to politically charged works that regularly spark media blow-ups, Scott shares how...
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Adapting and growing in business – Sid Cachuela
In this episode of The Socius Podcast, we’re joined by Sid Cachuela, founder of Pop Business, who shares how he turned a startup idea into a thriving accounting firm by focusing on adaptability, strong team culture, and meaningful client relationships. Sid reflects on the lessons learned from…
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9to5ver: Building a career, brand, and influence - Seb Serrano Valladares
In this episode of The Socius Podcast, we’re joined by Seb Serrano Valladares, known as the ‘9to5ver’ on social media, who’s proving you can grow a personal brand, chase your goals, and build influence without leaving your 9-to-5 or corporate job. From turning his own lifestyle into a source of...
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Streamlining borrowing and lending with AI - Julian Fayad
In this episode of The Socius Podcast, we sit down with Julian Fayad, Founder and CEO of LoanOptions.ai, to explore how technology is reshaping the way we approach lending and financial decision-making. Julian shares the vision behind building an AI-driven platform in a complex, highly regulated...
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Smart business growth through legal and risk strategy - Celeste Norman
In this episode of The Socius Podcast, we’re joined by Celeste Norman, Principal and Founder of Rayne Legal, to unpack how legal and compliance strategy can become a real growth driver for founders, especially in Australia’s highly regulated financial services space. With deep in-house experience...
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MAFS, Business and Responding to Haters - Adrian Araouzou
In this unfiltered episode of The Socius Podcast, we sit down with Adrian Araouzou, founder of PAKD Sport and one of the most controversial figures from Married at First Sight Australia. Adrian breaks his silence on the reality behind reality TV, discussing being cast as the MAFS villain,...
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Scaling Through Strategic Business Funding - Stephen Mitchell
In this episode of The Socius Podcast, we speak with Stephen Mitchell, founder of Nexus Advisory, who is helping businesses access fast, flexible, and bank-free financing. Stephen shares his journey from launching startups to becoming a trusted financial adviser for growing companies. He opens up...
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Entrepreneurial breakthroughs, burnout & mindset behind building HOPR - Jose Ramirez
In this episode of The Socius Podcast, we’re joined by Jose Ramirez, founder of HOPR, the alcohol-free beverage brand redefining what it means to unwind. Born from a blend of athletic discipline, tech know-how, and a drive to do things differently, Jose shares how he turned a personal frustration...
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Sales Masterclass: Systems, Mindset & Tools - Calvin Chilchik
In this episode of The Socius Podcast, we sit down with Calvin Chilchik, National Sales Director and part-owner of CUB - Club of United Business, to unpack what it really takes to succeed in sales, business, and building strong relationships. We explore the mindset behind confident selling, why...
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Building Strong Teams Through HR - Esther Colman
In this episode of The Socius Podcast, we sit down with Esther Colman, Director of Seed HR, a company providing end-to-end HR support for small businesses. Esther shares when businesses should seek HR help, how to approach hiring and onboarding, and why responsive, fractional HR services can be a...
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Thriving in Motherhood and Entrepreneurship - Bonnie-Jean Naim
In this episode of The Socius Podcast, we sit down with Bonnie-Jean, Naim founder of Beon Media, to talk entrepreneurship, modern marketing, and motherhood. Bonnie shares how her background in sales led to the launch of her agency- and how she quickly realised that most people don’t fully...
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Authenticity In Entrepreneurship - Rebecca Klodinsky
In this episode, we dive into the world of entrepreneurship, authenticity, and building a brand that resonates. Rebecca Klodinsky, founder of The Prestwick Place, shares her insights on the growing popularity of lab-grown diamonds and the importance of educating consumers about the jewellery...
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Client First Approach to Success - Charlie Viola
In this episode of the Socius Podcast, we dive into the story of Charlie Viola, Executive Chair, Adviser, and Founding Partner at Viola Private Wealth. From his humble beginnings as a bank teller to overseeing over $2.5 billion in assets for high-net-worth clients, Charlie’s journey is one of...
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The Power of Building Relationships in Sales - Carolina Montanez
Carolina Montanez Join us as we chat with Carolina Montanez, co-founder of Plane 2 Sea International, an innovative Australian-based logistics company redefining how SMEs manage their freight. Carolina shares her journey of starting the business with three friends, navigating the balance between...
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Jim Fairhall-Dickie – Building Financial Freedom
In this episode of the Socius Podcast, we chat with Jim Fairhall-Dickie, Head of Wealth at Aureus Financial, about the challenges and strategies small to medium businesses face in creating wealth, time, and profit. With over 20 years of experience in financial advice, Jim shares his journey from...
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George Hanna - Cybersecurity and Maximising Business Productivity
Today, we are joined by George Hanna, founder of HD IT, a Managed IT Services Provider, who dives into the world of cybersecurity and business growth. George has built his business over the past 15 years, focusing on helping business productivity and providing tech support through strong,...
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David Sutantyo - Café Success to Commercial Finance
This episode of The Socius Podcast, we’re joined by David Sutantyo, owner of Twelve Grains Capital, who shares his journey from owning a café to building a successful commercial lending and mortgage business in Sydney. David talks about the power of mentorship, the importance of automation in...
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Christopher Melotti - Establishing Corporate Identity
In this episode, we're joined by Christopher Melotti, a marketing and business consultant and founder of Melotti Content Media, a dynamic content, copywriting, and marketing agency. Christopher takes us through his journey of building his company while staying profoundly engaged and passionate...
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Peter Ristevski - Can we trust accountants?
In this episode, we’re joined with Peter Ristevski, founder of Invest Plus Accounting, who shares his bold perspective on Australia as an overtaxed nation and critique of trust in the accounting profession. Peter opens up about his journey, from working at Mark Bouris' firm to founding his own...
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Rebecca Raad - Trusting The Process: The Power of a Bold Business Decision
We sat down with Rebecca Raad, leader of the BNI network across Sydney North West and Penrith regions, to explore her inspiring journey from biochemist to business owner. Rebecca shares how she transitioned from feeling trapped in a science career to building a structured referral network that...
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Bob Greenup - Unlocking Business Potential
Welcome back to the Socius Podcast where we talk to successful business owners to uncover what drives business growth and success. In this episode, we sit down with Bob Greenup, Executive Director of BNI Sydney Central - a leading business networking and referral organisation - to explore his...
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Claire Styles - Leaving a Legacy? Estate Planning Secrets for Business Success
Welcome to The Socius podcast, where we dive into thought-provoking conversations with business leaders to uncover insights that drive success. In this episode, we sit down with Claire Styles, the powerhouse behind C Legal & Co — a firm specialising in asset protection, estate litigation, and…
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Wendy Lloyd Curley - The Art of Improvisation in Networking
In this episode, we sat down with Wendy Lloyd Curley, the founder of Strategic Networking, a global consultancy specialising in in-person networking for developing deep relationships. Wendy and Will explore the common challenges faced by uncomfortable networkers and share effective strategies to...
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Avi Efrat - Military Mindset for Business Success
In this episode, we sat down with Avi Efrat, the Founder and Director of Fantastic Framing. This episode explores the captivating connection between the art industry and the world of business through Avi's inspiring journey. Avi reveals how his experience in the army, particularly in the special...
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Sammi Jaeger - Integrators vs. Visionaries
We sat down with co-founder and director of Independent Executives, Sammi Jaeger. Sammi is an integrator, speaker, and podcaster passionate about helping visionaries turn their ideas into successful businesses. In this episode, Will and Sammi dive into the roles of a visionary and an integrator…
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Sally McGrath - How To Overcome Burnout
We sat down with Sally McGrath, a health and wellbeing expert, to learn about her personal experience with burnout and insights on how to prevent it. Sally is an experienced leader and business manager who has worked in high-pressure environments for over 25 years, from SMEs to large corporates....
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Mark Zimmermann - Unlocking Your Potential with the MPT Method
We sat down with Mark Zimmermann, Founder of On The Mark Coaching and a leading Mindset & Performance Coach. Mark dives into his MPT method, which is built on three essential pillars: Mindset, Performance, and Team Culture. He explains how these pillars are intertwined and how individuals and…
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Lewi Brown - Overcoming Adversity and The Journey of Earls Collection
We sat down with former NRL player, Lewi Brown, who shared with us his inspiring journey of founding his clothing line, Earls Collection. In this episode, Lewi discusses how he left his professional rugby career to pursue his passion for fashion and redefine the meaning of the name “Earl”.…
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Lucy Jones - Running a Purpose-Lead Charity
We sat down with Lucy Jones, the CEO and President of Neuroblastoma Australia, who is dedicated to increasing research efforts to improve survival rates for neuroblastoma patients. Lucy's personal experience with the disease, having lost her daughter to it in 2010, has driven her passion for…
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Luke Ricketson - Building Winning Teams
We sat down with Luke Ricketson, former Roosters National Rugby League player, to uncover his journey from the rugby field to the business world. He discusses the similarities between high-performing teams in sports and in the workplace, and how the structure of a rugby team can be applied to a...
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Natalie Yan-Chatonsky - Kickstarting Entrepreneurship at Mid-Life
Natalie Yan-Chatonsky, midlife women's specialist and author of "The Art of Full Time Living", joins The Socius Community for our International Women's Day Special. In this episode, Natalie and Will discuss how midlife women can kickstart their entrepreneurial journey, including the challenges…
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Alexandra King - How to Generate Demand for your Brand in 2023
Alexandra King, CMO & Head of Growth at Ask Marketing, joins The Socius Community this week. Join Will and Ali as they delve into the impact of AI tools like Chat GPT on the marketing industry. Despite the benefits, Ali believes there's still a critical role for human-to-human marketing and…
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Andrew Cassin - Planning for the End Game
Andrew Cassin, founder of Cassin Advisory, joins The Socius Community this week. Andrew is an inspirational business professional who sat down with us to uncover the secrets of a successful business transition. From preparing your business for sale to navigating the differences between running a...
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Todd Coates - Creating Something From Nothing
Todd Coates, CEO of the world-famous Bridge Climb Sydney, joins The Socius Community this week. As an inspirational mentor, Todd guides entrepreneurs to become great leaders of great organisations. In this episode, Will and Todd explore the power of mentoring and overcoming imposter syndrome.…
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Raj Narayan – Inclusivity in the Business World
Raj Narayan, CEO of Emajin Golf Club, joins The Socius Community this week. Raj uses her experience and expertise in the sport of golf to help bring the community together. Raj and Will dive into the importance of inclusivity in the business world. This is not just centred on gender, but one...
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Zane McIntyre – Challenging The Four-Day Workweek
Zane McIntyre, CEO of Commission Factory, joins The Socius Community this week. Zane is an influential business leader who is dedicated to the fulfilment of his team and recently implemented the four-day workweek. He discusses his take on affiliate marketing and maintaining a customer-centric...
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Lauren Ryder - Bridging The Gap Between People and Technology
Lauren Ryder, CEO of Leading Change Management, joins The Socius Community this week. Lauren is an inspirational business professional who is passionate about transforming organizations to get the most out of both their people and technology. She highlights the importance of failing forward to...
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Cedric Mezieres - The importance of building trust and making good first impressions
Cedric Mezieres, the man behind those fresh, bespoke suits across Sydney joins the Socius Community this week. Cedric is one of the leading tailors in the industry and believes that success comes from culture and people. He shares his experience with us, from failing sewing in high school to...
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Susie Campbell - Relevance of PR for small business
Susie Campbell from Hullabaloo Public Relations joins the Socius Community this week. Susie is a former Navy and uses the principles she learned there to run her successful Public Relations business and uses her expertise to provide insight about how helpful PR is for small businesses. The key...
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Mark Di Noia - Choosing the Right Business Coach
Mark Di Noia joins The Socius Community this week. Mark is a business coach and EOS implementer, who has successfully established, operated, and sold multiple million-dollar businesses. Mark highlights the impact that culture and honesty play in building a successful leadership team and achieving...
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Ryan Dorahy - Invigorating the business of health
Ryan Dorahy from Invigor Health and Fit After 35 Project joins The Socius Community this week. Ryan comes from a background in fitness and physiotherapy and uses his expertise to help give insight into ways to improve health beyond a short-term fix or maintenance scheme. From being a distracted...
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Ellicia McDonald - World Champion Dancer Turns Successful Business Professional
Ellicia McDonald from The Accounts Agency joins The Socius Community this week. Ellicia is a retired ballerina who applied the skills she picked up in dancing to excel in her professional career. Being a dancer, specifically, a ballerina requires you to be extremely disciplined, remove your ego…
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Claudia Neal-Shaw - Relationships in Business
Welcome Back Socius Community! Claudia Neal-Shaw, from Candour Consulting & The Love Diaries Co, joins The Socius community this week. Claudia comes on to the show to give us an understanding of the value of nurturing relationships in a business setting. She encourages us to move away from a...
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Shaun Diachkoff - Applying Military Experience to Business
Welcome Back Socius Community! Shaun Diachkoff, from Accelerate Strength joins The Socius community this week. Shaun shares his journey to becoming a successful business owner. He reflects on his time in the military and how he has applied his experiences to the business. Shaun also explores the...
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Julian Parisi - Elevating the Family Business
Welcome Back Socius Community! Julian Parisi, the Managing Director of Parisi Australia, is on the podcast this week. Parisi Australia is one of Australia's fastest-growing fresh produce suppliers which has been around for generations. This family-operated business has partnered with the very…
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Nestor Manuelian - Dealing With Adversity
Welcome Back Socius Community! Today we have Nestor Manuelian from Latin Dance Australia joining us! Nestor discusses with us the challenges he has faced as an immigrant to Australia and the sacrifices he has seen his parents make in order for him to have a better life. Through his life...
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Steve Grace - People Lead Business
Welcome Back Socius Community! Steve Grace from The Nudge Group joined the podcast this week. Steve Grace shares with The Socius how his passion for people curated an innovative niche of recruitment. Through his experience, he was able to shift what was traditionally considered a transactional...
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Jason Hardie - What is a Work-Life Balance?
Today we have Jason Hardie from Digital Village joining us! Jason joins us to discuss his journey of self-reflection and success. He opens up to us about growing up on a farm and having to see his family suffer through periods of flooding. The resilience he learned at a young age is carried on...
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Alex Solo - Remote Workplaces and Motivating Employees
Alex Solo from SprintLaw is today's guest. Our guest speaker on this episode talks to us about how he, and his company, are doing things differently. This episode is diverse in the fact that Alex has achieved so much in the years he has been building Sprint Law. From his success, he offers valued...
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Blake Micola - Elevating Your Personal Brand
Today we are speaking to Blake Micola from GMS Marketing Services. In this episode, we discuss with Blake the importance and impact that family and the environment you were raised in can have. Blake reflects on his younger years and opens up about how seeing his family deal with the adversities,...
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The Socius is a platform that provides our listeners a seat at the table with various business leaders and success stories. We exist to empower the next generation of business leaders in their journey of business and life. We aim to inspire, educate and lead future entrepreneurs, CEOs and professionals who are out to make an impact, build their success, and love their life.
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William Freitas
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