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In this episode Dan Holden of Holden Capital brings us into his world of financing developments throughout Australia.
How Holden Capital started and developed into the force it is today.Dan's industry insights for property developers and the current state of the market.His book, Constructive Finance; and What it is like to be an 'overnight success'.
We discuss:You can find Dan via https://www.holdencapital.com.au/ and the Constructive Finance book can be found here https://www.constructivefinance.com.au/
Jessica Reynolds host of this podcast is the founder and managing director of JREY.au
JREY is a private town planning firm servicing small scale property projects. You can contact the JREY team via [email protected]. -
Zou Build was established in 2012 and is owned and operated by husband and wife team Chris and Christal Fysentzou. They have appeared on channel 9life’s Ready Set Reno (season 1 and 2) and Open Homes Australia as well as having their renovations featured in Queensland Homes Magazine, Domain.com.au, Interiors Addict, Better Homes and Gardens, Houzz.
How Zou Build started and evolved from 2012Their experience renovating 2 houses on TVTheir top tips for those looking to renovate their homes The process of having #Zouhouse approved through Council
In this episode we discuss:You can contact Chris and Christal via www.zoubuild.com.au or https://www.instagram.com/zoubuild
Jessica Reynolds host of this podcast is the founder and managing director of JREY.au
JREY is a private town planning firm servicing small scale property projects. You can contact the JREY team via [email protected]. -
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Aaron Wailes is a building designer and owner of Green Coast Design.
Aaron's career progressionSetting up a business during the GFCRebranding from Aaron Wailes Building Design to Green Coast DesignCreating relationships over obtaining free advice How to contact Aaron
In this episode we discuss:Website: https://greencoastdesign.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greencoastdesign/Jessica Reynolds host of this podcast is the founder and managing director of JREY.au
JREY is a private town planning firm servicing small scale property projects. You can contact the JREY team via [email protected]. -
In this solo episode, Jessica Reynolds, discusses how to utilise 'accountability' to ensure you property development project's success.
A lot of people believe that you can throw a project at a consultant, a company or a team and everything will go smoothly. Jess believes that this just isn't living in reality, however accountability can be utilised to keep work on track.
In this episode 3 real world 'failures' are shared as well as a personal win when it comes to utilising accountability when managing a project and people.
Jessica Reynolds host of this podcast is the founder and managing director of JREY.au
JREY is a private town planning firm servicing small scale property projects. You can contact the JREY team via [email protected]. -
Alanna Jayne Mctiernan is a master photographer and professional storyteller. She works with architects, interior designers, urban designers and landscape architects to showcase their creations.
In this episode we discuss:
Alanna's career from portrait photographer to working with urban spaces and placesBeing a Brisbane local living in a Queenslander.Purchasing a house and starting a new business after being made redundant. Creating a value based business. The importance of personal creative projectsYou can find Alanna and her work via:
https://www.alannajaynemctiernan.com
Jessica Reynolds host of this podcast is the founder and managing director of JREY.au
JREY is a private town planning firm servicing small scale property projects. You can contact the JREY team via [email protected]. -
In this episode I sit down with Michelle Cao of Mii & Co Properties.
This is an open and honest discussion with Michelle about:
her first projectthe best and worst parts of being a developercultural barriers to becoming a developerthe problems she faced with her first development in Sydneyhow she deals with stressMichelle’s skills tip for those wanting to get into property development and be a developer.This interview really warms up and is a great insight to being female in the property development world.
You can find Michelle via instagram.
Jessica Reynolds host of this podcast is the founder and managing director of JREY.au
JREY is a private town planning firm servicing small scale property projects. You can contact the JREY team via [email protected]. -
Sherrie Storor is a sales and business coach for high performers. With a personal sales achievement of over 850 properties and the management of more than 4,000 transactions over her career, Sherrie has a speciality and fondness for coaching real estate agents to “success without sacrifice”.
In this episode, Jessica and Sherrie discuss:
Sherrie’s exciting boom and bust journey to her life today.Starting the popular Women in Real Estate Business events series.Three ways Sherrie wants to change the narrative around real estate.What success is to Sherrie.You can find sherrie here sherriestoror.com.au
Jessica Reynolds host of this podcast is the founder and managing director of JREY.au
JREY is a private town planning firm servicing small scale property projects. You can contact the JREY team via [email protected]. -
Jacob Butler is a buyers’ agent and the founder of premium agency Hunter Gather. With a proven track record in the real estate industry, he worked in both sales and buyers’ advocacy for leading agencies including Ray White and Cohen Handler before founding Hunter Gather.
In this episode Jessica and Jacob discuss:
Jacob’s journey to becoming a buyers agent.Living in Papua New Guinea.30-40% of HG’s business being repeat clients or referrals from past clients.The increase in property developers reaching out for unique sites.The influx of interstate buyers and local buyers mixed with low stock.Jacob’s top tips for buying property in the current market.You can find Jacob here www.huntergather.com.au
Jessica Reynolds host of this podcast is the founder and managing director of JREY.au
JREY is a private town planning firm servicing small scale property projects. You can contact the JREY team via [email protected]. -
Sjaan has extensive knowledge when it comes to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), specifically in Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA).
In this episode Teah Hammet discusses why Sjaan has developed a passion for this niche in the building design industry.
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Amy has 15 years of experience in branding, marketing and communications for national and international brands. In the last 10 years she has niched into working with architecture and interior design practices to develop their brand and market their work.
As the founder of Markedly, Amy exclusively focuses on getting architects and creative businesses out into world making them visible to their ideal clients.
In this interview Jessica and Amy discuss tips for marketing in 2021 + Amy's career and experiences to date in the industry.
Website: https://www.themarkedly.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marked.ly/
Jessica Reynolds host of this podcast is the founder and managing director of JREY.au
JREY is a private town planning firm servicing small scale property projects. You can contact the JREY team via [email protected]. -
As a lecturer at Griffith University, Tony’s research and practice interests include adapting cities to climate change impacts; the role and function of green infrastructure; sustainable and low carbon design; the interplay between built environments and human health; and achieving high quality urban design outcomes. He regularly competes for national and international research funding and has received funding from the Australian Research Council and CSIRO, among others. Tony’s research is widely published in multiple formats and languages, is internationally cited and has proven translation to real-world outcomes.
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With an impressive resume of leadership positions in and out of the architecture field, Cameron Frazer bravely took on the role of CEO at ThomsonAdsett in the midst of a global pandemic and national recession.
In this episode of Creating Australia, we discuss his history (and love) of taking on challenging roles and his ability to see opportunity. As Cameron has achieved a lot his insights into his past experiences are valuable with the clarity of hindsight.
You can connect with Cameron via the ThomsonAdsett Website and LinkedIn.
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With a non-traditional business model, well-articulated service offerings and beautiful designs; Bec Caldwell's Maytree Studios is a Brisbane favourite for architectural design.
In this episode Jessica Reynolds and Rebecca Caldwell discuss what starting a small business is really like and the different approaches Bec has taken with Maytree Studios to make architecture more accessible without 'cheapening' the product.
You can find Maytree Studios on Instagram, Facebook and their website https://maytreestudios.com.au/
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In episode 51 of the Creating Australia Podcast Jessica Reynolds sits down with Michael Pell, Founder and Director of Independent Property Planners Australia to talk property investment advice, the impacts of COVID-19 on the Australian property industry and the importance of utilising social media in business.
You can find Independent Property Planners Australia at https://ippaustralia.com.au/ and follow them on Instagram @ippaustralia. You can also get in touch with Michael Pell via Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.
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"People are in the industry for genuinely good reasons and they all have a story."
This week, Teah interviews our host Jessica Reynolds, director of Urban Planners Queensland. They discuss Jessica’s career as a town planner, her experience as a female entrepreneur, and why she started the Creating Australia podcast.
Time Stamps
00:52 Introducing Jessica
03:35 How Jessica found her calling as a town planner
05:59 Jessica’s entrepreneurial journey
07:24 The beginnings of Urban Planners Queensland
08:59 The male-dominated industry of urban planning
10:02 Biggest challenges and unexpected experiences as an entrepreneur
12:04 Brand authenticity and connections through social media
14:43 A day in the life of a town planner
18:25 Reason for starting the Creating Australia Podcast
19:34 Future goals for the Creating Australia Podcast
20:33 Jessica’s favourite developments
21: 36 Jessica’s ideal project
Does Jessica’s entrepreneurial journey inspire you to start your own business? Do share your thoughts in the comments below and be sure to subscribe for more content!
Links
Urban Planners Queensland’s Instagram
https://urbanplannersqld.com.au/
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“Residential Architecture with Joe Adsett”
This week, Jessica Reynolds interviews Joe Adsett, Founder of Joe Adsett Architects.
They discuss how Joe’s company was founded, Joe’s approach to architecture versus more traditional approaches, and Joe’s biggest career challenge.
Time Stamps
00:44 Introducing Joe
02:13 Joe’s experiences as a young architect, and how he started his business.
04:01 The importance of vision & beauty versus only functionality in architecture
06:53 Joe Adsett Architects’ first project that was not client-driven.
09:42 How Joe determined what buyers wanted in his first non-client-driven project.
11:19 How Joe regulates the risks in real estate development
12:10 The project that Joe is working on now
13:41 How Joe collaborates with clients on client-driven projects
16:23 Joe’s biggest career challenge.
18:05 How innovation can disrupt an industry.
20:51 How to contact Joe.
Were you inspired by Joe’s insight into how architects should back themselves and pursue their own projects? Do you relate to Joe’s challenge of finding a niche in his field? Do share your thoughts in the comments below and be sure to subscribe for more content!
Links
Joe Adsett Architects website
Joe Adsett Architects Instagram
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“Interior Design”
This week, Jessica Reynolds interviews Elisha Manning, an interior designer and owner of @ourlittleabode on Instagram. They discuss Elisha’s background, how she services her clients and her dream project.
Time Stamps
00:41 Introducing Elisha and what she does.
01:33 Why she began to pursue interior decorating.
04:28 Comparing event management and interior design
04:58 How Elisha’s marketing experience influenced her success in interior design.
06:52 Elisha’s primary clients.
08:00 How Elisha determines her service offering
11:25 Elisha’s tips for redecorating or styling your house.
13:14 How to find the best professionals to help you with redecorating
15:13 Elisha’s ideal project.
17:11 How to contact Elisha.
What do you think of Elisha’s advice for people who are redecorating? Does Elisha’s career in interior design inspire you? Do share your thoughts in the comments below and be sure to subscribe for more content!
Links
Elisha’s Instagram
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“It’s Not Wood, It’s Aluminium”
This week, Jessica Reynolds interviews Darren Galway, Co-owner of Knotwood, a company that designs aluminium systems with a wooden finish.
They discuss Darren’s background, his approach to starting new businesses, and his hopes for the company.
Time Stamps
00:43 Introducing Darren and what he does.
02:08 What Knotwood does.
03:09 The involvement of Darren’s family in Knotwood.
04:55 Darren’s first job at a bank and his business making security doors and screens.
07:07 The source of Darren’s business savvy.
08:25 Darren’s powder-coating businesses.
09:35 How Darren got into wood grain powder-coating.
12:12 Why Knotwood began to sell fully designed aluminium systems, instead of just doing the wood grain coating.
14:09 How Knotwood expanded to the US and Canada.
17:11 Plans to expand Knotwood to the UK and non-English-speaking countries.
18:00 Darren’s personal goals for Knotwood
19:29 How to contact Darren
Headline Quotes
7:28
“...you have just got to work. You work hard.” – Darren Galway
What do you think of Darren’s tenets of business i.e. working hard, taking opportunities, and iteratively filling holes in processes? Do you relate to any of the different stages in Darren’s long entrepreneurial journey? Do share your thoughts in the comments below and be sure to subscribe for more content!
Links
Knotwood’s website
Knotwood’s Instagram
Knotwood’s Facebook
Knotwood’s Twitter
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“Real Estate Videography with Tom Kuzma”
This week, Jessica Reynolds interviews Tom Kuzma, Co-founder of X Media, a company that produces video advertisements for the real estate industry.
They discuss how X Media was founded, how X Media’s videos differ from traditional real estate videos, and advice for people looking to break into content creation.
Time Stamps
00:44 Introducing Tom.
01:51 How Tom and Ben founded X Media.
03:07 The gap that X Media filled in real estate video production, which was mostly dominated by old school companies.
06:53 The role of entertainment in X Media’s videos.
08:00 How X Media comes up with new video ideas, and X Media’s sources of inspiration.
09:48 Tom’s opinions on companies which imitate X Media’s style and content.
11:32 The funniest thing that Tom has witnessed during his time at X Media.
13:17 How X Media gained clients and the importance of networking.
15:43 How Tom and Ben cultivate a healthy business partnership.
17:20 Tom’s advice for people who are interested in becoming content creators.
19:18 How to contact Tom.
Headline Quotes
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“The biggest thing that has helped our growth is just trying to be different.” - Tom Kuzma
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“Trust is massive” - Tom Kuzma
Were you inspired by Tom’s insight into the importance of entertainment for the quality of video advertisements? What do you think about the difference between old school real estate videos, and the videos that XMedia makes? Do share your thoughts in the comments below and be sure to subscribe for more content!
Links
https://www.x-media.com.au/
https://www.instagram.com/xmedia/?hl=en
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“Test Before You Invest”
This week, Jessica Reynolds interviews Nikki Quittner, Founder of Test Before You Invest, a company that provides clients with “big picture” architectural advice before they begin the design and construction process.
They discuss how Nikki got into architecture, why she started her company, and her views on the architecture in Sydney versus that in Queensland.
Time Stamps
00:44 Introducing Nikki Quittner.
01:36 The services provided by Test Before You Invest.
03:13 The importance of being “active” versus “reactive” in your career.
04:37 How Nikki’s grandparents’ careers drove her towards architecture.
06:49 How Nikki’s stint in Sweden influenced her approach to architecture.
08:32 The inspiration behind Test Before You Invest and Nikki’s experience as a sole female founder.
14:43 The architectural process in Queensland versus Sydney.
16:29 The influence of sustainability on architecture in Sydney.
19:53 How Nikki presents her opinion when she disagrees with designs provided by clients.
21:09 The difference between traditional architecture versus Nikki’s style of architecture.
24:01 How to contact Nikki.
Headline Quotes
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“...stop. Look around us. See what people really need and what people are really looking for.” – Nikki Quittner
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“I am a big believer that challenges are the catalyst for change” – Nikki Quittner
Contact Nikki: https://testbeforeyouinvest.com.au/about
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