NDIS Provider Growth Journey

How NOT to Run an NDIS Business (And Why That’s Okay) with Mr Purple on Mistakeology (Ep 19)

Michael Clark from Athletic Koala Episode 19

What if your biggest business lesson came from doing it all wrong?

In this refreshingly honest episode, Michael sits down with Tom—also known as Mr Purple—to unpack the real talk NDIS providers aren’t having enough.

They dive into:

  • Why mistakes aren’t just okay—they’re your best teacher
  • What NDIS directors should know about profitability and pressure
  • Why scale is easy, but profit is hard
  • When it’s time to walk away from your business
  • And how coaching (the right kind) can actually change your life


If you're an NDIS provider, director, or someone holding it all together—you’ll feel seen in this one.

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Or message Michael if you want an intro!