Team Up Now: Outsourcing That Cares
Outsourcing That Cares is the podcast that's redefining remote work and global collaboration. Join Julius and Eiza, founders of Team Up Now, as they share the untold stories behind ethical outsourcing, fair pay practices, and building meaningful partnerships across borders.
In Season 1, discover how smart founders are scaling their businesses through strategic outsourcing without compromising on values or quality. From the $2/hour experience that sparked a movement to building thriving remote teams in the Philippines, each episode reveals actionable insights for entrepreneurs ready to grow differently.
What You'll Learn:
- How to scale your business with ethical outsourcing practices
- The real cost of cheap labor and why fair pay drives better results
- Building company culture across continents and time zones
- Legal, finance, and operational strategies for remote team success
- Why the future of work is global—and how to get ahead
Whether you're a startup founder exploring outsourcing options, a business owner struggling with capacity, or an entrepreneur curious about remote work trends, this podcast delivers practical strategies and real-world case studies that matter.
New episodes drop every fortnight. Subscribe now to join the conversation about outsourcing that actually cares about people, performance, and purpose.
Hosted by Julius and Eiza of Team Up Now | Produced by Creative Kubo
Team Up Now: Outsourcing That Cares
Food Trucks to Property Deals with Ellie Marin
Podcast Title: Team Up Now Podcast
Episode Title: Food Trucks to Property Deals with Ellie Marin
Episode Number: Ep. 04
Release Date: Sept 19, 2025
Duration: 30:51
🎧 Episode Summary
In this episode, hosts Julius and Eiza sit down with Ellie Marin, a Melbourne-based entrepreneur, restaurateur, and commercial property investor. From starting one of Melbourne’s first food trucks to scaling multiple hospitality businesses and diving into commercial property, Ellie shares her story of building success through curiosity, resilience, and hard work.
Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or a business owner looking to diversify, this episode is packed with insights on growth, leadership, and creating opportunities where others see obstacles.
You'll learn:
✅ How Ellie turned a simple idea into one of Melbourne’s first food trucks
✅ Why mindset, resilience, and common sense matter more than “big degrees” in entrepreneurship
âś… The steps to scaling sustainably and investing beyond your first business
đź’ˇ Episode Highlights
00:45 – Meet Ellie Marin: entrepreneur, restaurateur, property investor
05:30 – From fashion retail to food trucks: the leap into business ownership
12:40 – The birth of Corn Utopia and the rise of Melbourne’s food truck scene
20:15 – Building structure: hiring, delegating, and scaling teams
27:50 – Lessons in leadership and making tough hiring decisions
35:10 – Expanding beyond food: Ellie’s journey into commercial property
42:00 – Starting her personal brand and sharing business insights online
47:30 – Final advice: why curiosity, consistency, and hard work beat shortcuts
🧠Key Takeaways
“Business success isn’t about being the smartest—it’s about being curious, consistent, and willing to work hard.”
“You don’t need to know everything to start—you just need to start, learn along the way, and keep going.”
“Scaling is about replacing yourself step by step, so you can focus on higher-value work.”
🛠️ Resources & Links
đź”— https://www.teamupnow.com.au/
đź”— Connect with Eiza and Julius on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamupnow.au
🔗 Related Episode: Behind the Scenes with Team Up Now’s Core Team
👤 About the Guest
Ellie Marin is a Melbourne-based entrepreneur, restaurateur, and commercial property investor. She launched one of Melbourne’s first food trucks, Corn Utopia, before expanding into multiple food businesses including Fried Hustle and Sweethearts Gelato. Beyond hospitality, Ellie has built a strong portfolio in commercial property and is now sharing her journey and lessons through her growing personal brand.
Connect with Ellie:
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elliemarinofficial
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliemarinofficial/
YouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@elliemarinofficial
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elliemarin/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elliemarinofficial
🙌 Connect with Team Up Now
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Work with us: www.teamupnow.com.au