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18.01.2022 Hey there Sunny Coasters . I recently had the chance to chat with Trudi Newman of Format Kitchens, based in Warana. Format Kitchens kicked off over 25 years ago here on the Sunshine Coast. There are many Team Members that have been on a journey with Format Kitchens over the years .. the General Manger actually started as an Apprentice (but I won’t say how many years ago ), and many Team Members have been there for over 15 years. Format Kitchens have traditionally worked ...with the larger building companies here on the Coast focusing on new builds, and over time they have developed an opportunity in the renovation space as well. Providing solutions for the larger builders here on the coast has created the ability increase their purchasing power and pass these savings on to their clients. This has also given Format Kitchens the ability to carry a broader range of materials from economy offerings through to the more up-market materials. Format Kitchens are also very passionate about working with Local suppliers such as North Coast Stone, Harvey Normany and Sunstate Glass, which is great for our Sunshine Coast community. Trudi is an interior designer by trade and specialises in cabinetry and kitchen design - this is a great opportunity for their clients. Instead of working with a tradesman, you get to work with an Interior Designer to design and manage the job. This service is complimentary as well!Renovations are a key focus of Trudi’s, covering Kitchens, Bathrooms, Wardrobes, Laundries, Study areas and Media units. Format Kitchens makes before and after sales service a priority as well as meeting the client’s deadlines and budgets by providing project managers and quality control systems. Format Kitchens are another great business here on our Sunny Coast and are worth reaching out too. Well done. #CallChris

09.01.2022 Hey there Sunny Coasters I just love it when I get to chat with someone from our Local Sunshine Coast Community who is making a go of it. Well today I got to chat with Gavin Hall, owner of Rectify Electricall, who is doing just that making a go of it. Now if we go back to 1999, Gavin has just kicked off his Apprenticeship straight from school in NSW (Go QLD!!! ). Gavin’s Apprenticeship took him into Electrician roles in Industrial Sites like Concrete Plants and oth...er Maintenance contracts across Sydney. Gavin and his Partner (now his Wife) decided to head over to England in 2005 to for 2.5 years, and the plan was to work in England and get as much time as possible travelling across Europe. The plan worked and Gavin got Electrical work such as maintaining 24 venues in the Health Care sector across London. Then home they came back to Sydney and kicked off a stint as a FIFO Fly In Fly Out in the mining sector over in Western Australia. Then did FIFO South Australia and eventually moved there. February 2019, Gavin, his Wife and two girls arrived on the Sunny Coast for a change of lifestyle. Gavin kept up the FIFO in SA until November last year. Then formed and launched Rectify Electrical January this year . What a year to start a business! During the first year, clients have been mainly domestic with all sorts of home maintenance and repairs along with renovations. Over the next year Rectify Electrical will be looking towards both Solar and Commercial, but at this stage, one step at a time. I asked Gavin what sort of feedback he has been getting from Clients. The level of communication has been key, and they love how tidy I leave things when I am finished. ..Gavin also made the comment Personally, I love a challenge and I won’t walk away from a problem until I work it out. Family time is important, and Gavin does like Golf, but has only played twice since moving to the Sunny Coast. Being a business that is not yet 12 months old, a lot of Gavin’s time is consumed in the business, though he does make as much time as possible to get to the beach with his family. Well, if you need an Electrician, I suggest you touch base with Gavin of Rectify Electrical. No job is to big or to small. Even if it is just to fix a single power point. Gavin is based in Peregian Springs but works all over the Sunny Coast .. just think of Gavin as Your Local Electrician. Nice work!! See more

07.01.2022 Hi Sunshine Coasters I recently met up with Grant Mealey who is the owner of Sunshine Coast Strength, which certainly is not your ordinary gym. Grant told me we are a new Strength and Conditioning Gym aimed at helping grassroots athletes and powerlifters improve their performances on the field... I started this business because I played Rugby League growing up and after retiring started competitive powerlifting . I immediately recognised the benefits that strength training would’ve provided me as a grassroots athlete and began obtaining the qualifications that would allow me to help the next generation of athletes. I’m very passionate about both men’s and women’s local sport, and believe we can really help each player improve we have been very fortunate because Sunshine Coast Strength as a business is progressing really well. Considering we only opened just over 6 weeks ago, we are very pleased. We are on track to meet our goals and more importantly, are helping our members reach and surpass theirs!... I am really proud of the fact that we are creating a great community . Our members are all very supportive of us, and each other, they train hard but also have lots of fun while they are at it Grant and his team at Sunshine Coast Strength are doing a fantastic job and deserve our full support. You can contact Grant via email [email protected] or via their Facebook page.

06.01.2022 Renovating a Queenslander home is a difficult task but extremely rewarding when all is done. That’s why you need to find the builders who are most experienced in renovating this type of home to ensure the success of your project. Ben and Jake Sutton at Renovare Toowoomba can provide exactly what you need. They are born and bred Toowoomba community brothers who have trained and perfected their skills locally. There are plenty of affordable properties in the area that just need... some sprucing up. Whether you plan on selling or settling in, a renovation is a great way to breathe new life into a home, and the team at Renovare Toowoomba can do it all for you. Backed by Governments economic stimulation policy they are making it easier for you to stay in the home you first chose and make it feel like new again. With their simple three step process The Renovare Team exist to streamline and demystify renovations, helping you make considered choices, hit every milestone, enjoy the process and love the outcome. So call Ben and Jake today on 0447 238 923 and have a look at their website https://www.renovare.com.au/home-renovations-toowoomba/ See more

06.01.2022 Hi Everyone I recently had the pleasure of catching up with Nicola Brunton Founder of Officiums and I asked her some questions and found her story to be very intriguing. In a sentence what do you do and who do you help ‘Officiumns is all about the office! I specialise in four broad areas; Bookkeeping, Web & Graphic design / editing, Social Media & Marketing. This can as simple as updating your database through to creating a new website. Officiumns is the one-stop-sh...op when it comes to your office and business needs. I help the small to medium sized business that are going through that very important growth stage and they may not be not quite ready to hire staff or temp, or they are struggling to it themselves so I’m who they call.’ How were you tracking before the big change ‘I launched in October 2019, so I was really just starting when things changed in March 2020. I really didn’t feel comfortable, nor was I going to be promoting my business during this terribly tough time, so I turned my attention to helping those businesses that were struggling. I donated my time to many businesses that needed assistance.’ What got you into this business to start with ‘A combination of things lead of the starting of Officiumns. I come originally from a hospitality background (so I love helping others!). I had been thinking about starting something for a couple of years and after finishing up in a long-term role for a National Not-for-Profit, the time just seemed right. It was time to put all my knowledge to good use.’ What's business like for you at the moment ‘Business is going well, a slow burn I like to call it. It’s nice to be able to get out and actually visit and talk to businesses now though. I do enjoy that.’ Any new services or systems that you've started doing? e.g. either new innovations or responses such as click & collect or meetings via Zoom ‘I’ve always been passionate about educating businesses or business owners, so I produce helpful and practical Tips & Tricks videos for those niggly issues in the office. These are all posted publicly, on YouTube and on my website. I have also started creating free starter e-books on topics like Xero and Social Media.’ What are you most proud of in your business ‘I’m most proud of the fact that I’m able to help small business with complete honesty and integrity. Officiumns is Latin for Office, translating to; Service, Sense of Duty, Trust & Function. I am constantly in awe of how much time, blood, sweat and tears business owners put into their business only to be, sadly, sometimes taken advantage of due to their lack of knowledge of certain areas. My vast experience and knowledge is my SUPERPOWER and I’m very proud of it. I love helping business thrive.’ Another Sunshine Coast business that deserves our support. You can contact Nicola via email [email protected] or visit the Officiumns website www.officiumns.com.au

03.01.2022 Hi Everyone I have been speaking to Johan Lundkvist who is Co-Founder of Dailygreatness where they help individuals overcome stress, anxiety and depression to gain clarity and take action towards their vision and goals. They also help organisations improve performance, engagement and wellbeing. Johan told me we do this through a simple-to-use and highly cost-effective methodology that’s endorsed by psychologists, mental health professionals and training & development ...experts around the world I asked Johan what got him into this business to start with Dailygreatness was founded by my business partner out of an organic need and realisation that there wasn’t anything in the market place for personal and professional growth that effectively bridges the gap between knowledge and action to create lasting results. Most people have experienced reading a book or attending a seminar and although they gained inspiration and knowledge from that source, 99% of the time it fades off quickly and old habits kick back in without them experiencing any improvement in the area they hoped to improve. This is what we solve business at the moment is mixed. Although we’ve experienced a decline in day to day B2C sales, we’ve also had a big increase from companies who want to use our solution, however, B2B is a longer sales cycle and a good test in patience originally, we were an e-commerce with a virtual team and set up since our start almost 10 years ago, so we are used to working in the environment we are now in. It has however challenged us to be more inventive with how we communicate externally and of course, we have a lot more virtual meetings now. It has also forced us to pull forward some new product and service development that we have demand for and instead of launching it mid next year it will be launched early 2021 I also asked Johan what they are most proud of with Dailygreatness no doubt, it’s being a part of helping people achieve their dreams and goals, and even real-life transformations. We’ve served customers in over 130 countries with our physical products and have received thousands of 5-star reviews. Our customers consistently tell us our products and programs are 'life-changing.’ We’re also proud of receiving professional endorsements from CEOs, wellness experts, business mentors, university professors and over 40 psychologists and mental health professionals who all use and recommend our methodology and products. In the last few weeks we’ve also signed with a few very interesting and progressive companies in different verticals to deliver our Success at Work products and Dailygreatnessatwork programs to their leadership team with a start in January This is another intriguing success story from right here on the Sunshine Coast. You can contact Johan via email [email protected] or visit their website www.dailygreatnessatwork.com

02.01.2022 Hi Sunshine Coasters I recently had the pleasure of meeting up with Ashley Jubinville who is the Founder of The Kitchen Coach and it really was truly fascinating to hear her story. Ashley told me we help mums who want to provide healthier food for their families, to be successful with a proven, practical method. Unlike other programs and resources in the food or organisation space, The Kitchen Coach approach provides a comprehensive solution that lasts and continues to get ...Continue reading

02.01.2022 Hi Everyone Today I had the amazing opportunity to meet with Katina Cuba who is the Founder of The Expande Group. Katina told me I help SMEs to develop financial structure to make sure the business operates efficiently and has longevity. I also help keep the focus on cashflow to ensure that businesses have the funds and ability to prosper and grow. So, I guess you could call me a fractional CFO... Katina hails from South America, so it is no surprise that she has a number of clients both in Peru and Colombia. Before the restrictions from the pandemic came in to force her time was spent 60/40 on CFO/training programmes. Now she has found almost a reversal with the most time being spent on business financials training. She runs her training programmes in both English and Spanish. She got in to this line of business because of her strong passion to give back to the community. But also, to share her knowledge with smaller businesses who may not be able to pay an experienced CFO, so Katina founded Expande Group. I think my expertise as a CFO will best serve SMEs in manufacturing and retail, however my training expertise will be best suited to any entrepreneurial company looking to grow their business or find alternative ways of operating during these trying times. Katina is another great example of innovative thinking right here on the Sunshine Coast. Contact her via email [email protected] or visit her website www.expandegroup.com