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I Started a Business
Welcome ecommerce enthusiasts, small business owners and entrepreneurs alike!
Our podcast is here to inspire, motivate and encourage you along your business journey. In each episode you’ll hear from one of our incredible members as they share stories and chat through their ecommerce journey - from why they started, how they’re going, the highs & lows and everything in between.
I Started a Business is hosted by CLIK Collective, the first co-working space built around the needs of an ecommerce community. With the convenience of centralising your warehouse, office, showroom, logistics and photography in one place, we attract some pretty cool people and incredible businesses. We’ve housed some of Melbourne's finest ecommerce brands like The Sheet Society, Rollie Nation, South St, and Sans Beast.
Episodes
45 episodes
From Japan to Melbourne: Building Connection Through Homeware - Hans & Febby | With Miles Store
In this episode of I Started a Business, we sat down with Hans and Febby - the founders behind With Miles Store. Based in Melbourne, they’re building a brand that brings a colourful, playful side of Japan to Australia, curating everything from ...
From Seeking Community to Leading One: The 16 Year Evolution of Quirky Cooking - Jo Whitton | Quirky Cooking
Jo Whitton's journey began in 2008, when she turned to nutrient dense, traditional foods to address her family’s health challenges, food intolerances and her son’s severe OCD and anxiety. Her research and dedication led to significant health...
From Dancer & Counsellor to Best Friend Business Partners: The Calla Collective Story - Andi & Kim | Calla Collective
In this episode of I Started a Business, we had the pleasure of chatting with Andi and Kim - the duo behind Calla Collective. Best friends turned business partners, they’re the creative force behind a brand built on beauty, truth and goodness, ...
The Taste of Australia: From Naturopath to Native Food Expert - Julie Merlet | NATIF
Julie from NATIF joins us on the podcast to share her journey from naturopathy to native food expert. We chat about ethical sourcing, MasterChef moments, her favourite native ingredients and what it’s like running a 100% Aussie made business.&n...
Unwrapping GIFTROO: From House Deposit to Hampers With Purpose - Aidan McEvoy I GIFTROO
In this episode we’re joined by Aidan McEvoy, one half of the duo behind GIFTROO who are redefining thoughtful corporate gifting. What started as a gut instinct leap (and a near house purchase turned business investment!)GIFTROO has car...
From Park to Pantry: How Two Sisters Grew a Community Café into a National Purpose-Driven Brand - Bec and Narelle Thompson I Cubbyhouse Canteen
Sisters Bec and Narelle Thompson, the duo behind Cubbyhouse Canteen, share how their beloved parkside café in Armadale has grown over 15 years into a purpose-driven brand loved by families across Australia.What started as a community hub...
Beyond the Heat: From Corporate Consulting to Founding Nuvie Saunas - Simon Brosolo I Nuvie Saunas
What happens when a personal health diagnosis sparks a business idea that not only reshapes your family’s life but also helps others reimagine their own health journeys. In this month’s episode, Rosie sits down with Simon Brosolo, co-founder...
From Poker Pro to Growth Agency: The Calculated Risks That Built Hatch - Dharann Moganaraju. I Hatch Agency
This month's podcast features Daz, who made the leap from the poker tables through startups and textbook publishing to building Hatch Agency, a growth agency helping small ecommerce businesses with their biggest challenge: what comes after the ...
Behind the Glow - Tiffany Yuan I SULSKIN
In this episode, we chat with Tiffany Yuan, the woman behind SUL - a skincare brand dedicated to helping people feel confident in their own skin.Tiffany shares how her love for skincare, partly inspired by her mum - led her to leave the ...
Brewed Differently - Tim Devlin | Atypical Coffee
In this episode, we chat with Tim Devlin, co-founder of Atypical - a coffee brand built on a shared love of Asian coffee and a desire to do things differently.Tim shares how a chat over coffee (how ironic) sparked a partnership with Zac,...
The Heart Behind the Hamper - Cathy Shaw | Just Surprise Me
Just Surprise Me helps people show love and gratitude through curated gift boxes filled with locally made goodness.Cathy Shaw first discovered the brand while ordering gifts for her husband’s business - so when she found out the owner wa...
Maternity Leave to Business Leap - Megan Mallen | Mini Hippo
Mini Hippo curates thoughtful, fun, and functional food storage solutions for busy families.In this episode, founder Megan Mallen shares how maternity leave, and a single product she couldn’t find in Australia - sparked a bold leap into...
Selling Cars to Shaping Careers - Alex Bompane | Alexium
Alexium redefines sales training, empowering professionals with the tools to communicate, connect, and close with confidence. In this episode, Alex shares how his experience as a car salesman at leading dealerships ignited his pass...
Beyond the Toy Aisle – Sarah and Chris Haines | Toybox Tales
Toybox Tales reimagines the purpose of toys, curating a collection that inspires learning, development, and a sense of nostalgia for all ages.In this episode, Sarah and Chris Haines share how becoming parents reshaped their understanding...
Gifting with Purpose - Minaret Shore | MiniGem Comfort
Redefining meaningful gifting, MiniGem Comfort crafts purpose-driven packs designed to bring calm and connection during life’s most challenging times.In this episode, Minaret shares how MiniGem Comfort began with small, thoughtful items...
The Energy Shift - Aloni Benau | Endorfix
In just 11 months, Endorfix has sold over a million transdermal patches, with 40,000 return customers driving its rapid growth.In this episode, Endorfix founder Aloni Benau shares his journey in creating a coffee alternative designed to ...
Revelations in Real Estate - Pooven Bala | Auction Reporters
Frustrated by the lack of accessible auction results and market transparency while searching for his own property, Pooven realized how valuable this data could be for potential buyers. What began as a personal project, attending auctions and sh...
Beyond the Denim - Sarah Epstein | Kireina
Just before the world turned upside down with COVID, Sarah identified a gap in the market and launched her fashion brand, Kireina. As trends shifted during the pandemic, so did her focus — leading to the creation of her signature wide-leg “Frey...
Handmade with Love - Joni Lim | Wood With Words
While seven months pregnant with her second child, Joni listed her handmade Christmas ornaments on Facebook and local groups under "Joni’s Pop-Up Shop." The positive response led her to design her first pair of earrings, marking the beginning o...
A Recipe for Success - Sarah Leung | Alg Seaweed
Growing up, Sarah always dreamed of becoming a dancer. However, after university and a few life twists, she decided to channel her creative flair into starting a business influenced by her desire to help people. Inspired by her "dumpling queen"...
Turning Passion into Profit - Beth Wilson | Saint Jack Cosmetics
Beth's journey began during her makeup sessions with clients, where she made a simple yet profound observation: cleaning makeup brushes shouldn't be a hassle. Dissatisfied with the available options, she created a quick-drying solution to simpl...
Herding Innovation - Darren Wolchyn | Smart Paddock
Darren's journey began with managing GPS tracking for golf carts, but a chance encounter with a farmer sparked a revolutionary idea: why not apply the same technology to cattle? Realising the potential in this market, Smart Paddock was born.&nb...
The Beauty in Conversation - Lor Nicol | Lash By Lash
After a coffee date with a friend, Lor found herself intrigued by her friend's appearance, all thanks to a stunning set of eyelashes. This initial curiosity set Lor on a path to becoming the triple threat she is today, skillfully managing a bea...
The Beauty of Business Partners - Sharleen & Vivian | The Beauty Fridge
With entrepreneurial spirit running in both Sharleen and Vivian’s families, it was only a matter of time before they embarked on their own business journey. In this episode, we’re hanging out with the dynamic duo, Sharleen and Vivia...
Finding Work-Life Balance through Blooms - Samantha Gallagher | Peach and Petals
With a passion for flowers, a one-day floristry course under her belt and many late nights on Youtube, Samantha took a chance and started her own floristry business amidst the pandemic.In this episode, we sit down with Samantha Gallaghe...
