The One Where Hannah Wasted $50,000
A decision to open a pop-up store quickly became one of the worst and most expensive mistakes in Francesca's history, but Hannah was able to turn it into a resounding positive for the business.
Francesca: from Sole Trader to 30-Woman Company in Seven Years
Hannah Vasicek (left) first ventured into business aged 12, but being her own boss wasn't always the plan. She was going to be a doctor, then a lawyer, instead she pursued her passion and built a million dollar jewellery business from the ground up.
How Martin from Godspeed Forged His Own Path to Success
In April 2016, Martin Kirby quietly set out with the immodest goal of stoking the narrative around ethical clothing in the Australian retail market. Before opening Godspeed, he dropped out of high school, started a hardcore punk band and toured the world for ten years, visiting over 40 countries. As he celebrates two years in business, Martin reflects on the lessons he learned along the way.
Mason Dixon: Building the American Dream in Melbourne
In his first five minutes of trade, having only sold three sandwiches, Garrett Huston smashed the door on one of his restaurant’s refrigerators, showering glass over all the day’s stock. The opening day of Mason Dixon ended in anything but triumph. But day two was far more successful and now, almost four years later, they have two locations in Melbourne’s CBD with plans for further expansion.
Salt Gypsy: from Lycra Leggings to Sustainable Fashion Icon
Not many people can build a business out of selling old fishing nets, but somehow Danielle Clayton makes it work.
El Colmado: Bringing the Taste of Spain to Melbourne
Melbourne based, Spanish at heart. Joaquin O Ponce Rodriguez started his business to bring the traditional food and wine he loves to Australia.
Melbourne Paving: Laying the Foundation for Growth
“Over time, you learn ways of doing things that make your job more efficient, and mean you don’t need to spend as long working on the tools or doing the books so that you can achieve that work-life balance.”
How Junie Moon’s Created a Community Around Their Coffee
Sometimes everything just falls into place and you find an opportunity you just can’t say no to. That’s exactly what happened for husband and wife Josh Long and Melanie Evans, and before they knew it they were running their very own café.
How to Handle Negative Reviews
At one point or another, every business is going to get a negative review. However, negative feedback can actually have a positive effect on your business if handled right.
Martinez Art Dealer: How Passion Became a Career
For many small business owners, it all starts with passion. That was the case for Serafin Martinez.