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The Australian Finance Podcast is your guide to sorting out your finances, one episode at a time. Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer, & Gemma Mitchell, Senior Financial Adviser, bring you actionable strategies and knowledge that you can put into practice today. Save money, invest better and live life on your terms.
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New to the show? We recommend that you head back to our Starter Pack series of the podcast in Jan/Feb 2024, to get your head around some really important concepts! More advanced listeners might enjoy our other show, The Australian Investors Podcast.
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DISCLAIMER: The information in this podcast series is general financial information/advice only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms of Service and Financial Services Guide on www.rask.com.au/fsg.
Australian unicorns: $1 billion startups you've never heard of
Australian Finance Podcast
44 minutes
1 month ago
Australian unicorns: $1 billion startups you've never heard of
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, Owen Rask sits down with Wenee Yap and Thomas Derricott, co-authors of the new book “Riding the Unicorn: The Startup Guide You'll Want to Read” In a deeply insightful and inspiring conversation, they explore:
– What makes a company a “unicorn”
– Why Australia punches above its weight in the global startup scene
– The biggest myths about startups and side hustles
– The six-stage founder framework
– What startup success (and failure) really looks like
Whether you dream of launching a business, joining the startup ecosystem, or backing the next Aussie success story, this conversation is a must-listen.
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Topics Covered
– What is a Unicorn Startup?
– Why Australia is one of the most capital-efficient ecosystems
– How Australia compares to Silicon Valley
– The six-stage startup founder framework
– The differences between a startup, small business, and side hustle
– Lessons from launching a cat café (yes, really)
– The “Sulopolis Score” and problem-solving in startups
– Why storytelling matters for business growth
– Mistakes to avoid from failed startups (MilkRun, etc.)
– How successful founders think differently the second time around
– Common traits of Australia’s top founders
– The truth about market research and pivots
– How to get started in the startup ecosystem—without quitting your job
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Australian Finance Podcast
The Australian Finance Podcast is your guide to sorting out your finances, one episode at a time. Owen Rask, Chief Investment Officer, & Gemma Mitchell, Senior Financial Adviser, bring you actionable strategies and knowledge that you can put into practice today. Save money, invest better and live life on your terms.
~~
New to the show? We recommend that you head back to our Starter Pack series of the podcast in Jan/Feb 2024, to get your head around some really important concepts! More advanced listeners might enjoy our other show, The Australian Investors Podcast.
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SHOW NOTES: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/podcasts/australian-finance-podcast/
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DISCLAIMER: The information in this podcast series is general financial information/advice only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms of Service and Financial Services Guide on www.rask.com.au/fsg.
