In this episode, I interview Madi Stefanis, founder of 35mm Co. We discuss Madi's incredible journey from investing her life savings into a startup to growing a global business generating 4 million in revenue at the age of 24. 00:00 - Madi's Reality: Startup Salaries vs. 9-to-5 Expectations 10:58 - Madi's Nerve-Wracking Shark Tank Experience 21:02 - Financial Literacy: Madi's Game Changer 30:21 - How Madi Leveraged Micro-Influencers and Gifting Strategies 39:58 - Madi's Approach to Managing Cash Flow and Scaling Risks 48:57 - Balancing Act: Madi's Personal and Professional Life 57:47 - Evolving Marketing Strategies: Madi's Insights 01:04:16 - Confident Decision Making: Madi's Journey 01:10:28 - Building and Leveraging Community: Madi's Secret to Growth 01:20:40 - Madi's Closing Thoughts and Future Perspectives SUBSCRIBE HERE:  @startupdiaries  FOLLOW KYLE: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kylertraynor FOLLOW MADI: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/madistefanis TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@madistefanis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I'm diving into a game-changing topic that's set to shake up the ride-sharing industry. Tesla's Full Self-Driving technology is advancing rapidly, and many are wondering: could this be the end for Uber drivers as we know it? We'll explore the latest developments in Tesla's self-driving capabilities and discuss what this means for Uber and the future of ride-sharing. The big question... Is Tesla's innovation is about to revolutionize the way we think about transportation! Tune in to find out. SUBSCRIBE HERE:  @startupdiaries  FOLLOW KYLE: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kylertraynor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I break down Mr Beast's latest deal with Amazon that is being reported as worth up to $US100 million dollars. The big question is, what is Mr Beast's motive? Tune in to find out. SUBSCRIBE HERE:  @startupdiaries  FOLLOW KYLE: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kylertraynor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I break down Joe Rogan latest deal with Spotify that is being reported as worth up to $250 million dollars. The big question is, who's the real winner? Tune in to find out. SUBSCRIBE HERE:  @startupdiaries  FOLLOW KYLE: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kylertraynor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I interview Louis Phillips. We discuss Louis journey from a million dollar business success at the age of 22, to becoming one of Australia's top creators with over 300k followers, and the full circle moment launching a brand new startup. We discuss the lessons Louis learnt from a bad business breakup, his formula for viral content creation, and how he managed over 3000 signups for his new app in under one week. SUBSCRIBE HERE:  @startupdiaries  FOLLOW KYLE: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kylertraynor FOLLOW LOUIS: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/louisphillips12 TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@louisphillips12 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Michael Bronfman join the podcast to provide a masterclass on raising money for your startup. We cover everything from understanding if an equity partnership is right for you, to understanding valuations and the first steps to make when trying to raise money for your startup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode I interview Frank Greeff. We discuss Frank's journey from bootstrapping a real estate tech startup to a successful exit selling for 180 million dollars. This episode covers the wisdom collected and lessons learnt along the way. SUBSCRIBE HERE:  @startupdiaries  FOLLOW KYLE: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kylertraynor FOLLOW SABRI: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/frankgreeff_/ YouTube |  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj_R7A2_3BHY_5xAiN6PeKA LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankgreeff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Episode of Startup Diaries, Michael Bronfman join the podcast to provide a masterclass on raising money for your startup. We cover everything from understanding if an equity partnership is right for you, to understanding valuations and the first steps to take when trying to raise money for your startup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you enjoy this conversations, I recommend you check out my first conversations with Sabri which was more focused on growing a business and marketing. 00:00 - Breaking The Mindset of Being Poor 10:58 - The Challenge of Balancing Business and Personal Life 21:02 - Overcoming Early Business Struggles 30:21 - The Impact of Choosing the Right Life Partner 39:58 - Maintaining Effective Communication in Relationships 48:57 - Attracting Talent: Balancing Compensation and Culture 57:47 - The Future of Business with AI 01:04:16 - Adapting to Technological Changes in Business 01:10:28 - Sabri's Investing Philosophy 01:20:40 - Closing Thoughts and Future Perspectives SUBSCRIBE HERE:  @startupdiaries  FOLLOW KYLE: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kylertraynor FOLLOW SABRI: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/sabrisuby YouTube |  @SabriSubyOfficial  FOLLOW KING KONG: Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/kingkong.com.au https://kingkong.co/au/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle shares the mic with Laura Parr. Laura is the Senior Strategy and Insights Manager at Google. Her work includes through market research, strategic analysis and analytical modelling, translating data into actionable insights and crafting narratives that drive better decision making and business outcomes. This episode unpacks the frameworks used at Google to transform data into compelling insights to make better business decisions. Looking To Build Your Personal brand? Get 50% Off Your First Content Booking With Pivotal Conversations ENQUIRE NOW | https://form.typeform.com/to/Yip9hyME SUBSCRIBE HERE:    / @startupdiaries   FOLLOW PIVOTAL CONVERSATIONS: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/pivotalconversa... TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@pivotalconversations FOLLOW KYLE: FOLLOW LAURA: LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraparr/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle shares the mic with Aaron Smith. Aaron is an award-winning fitness innovator and entrepreneur and also the founder of Pilates franchise KX Pilates. With now over 110 locations globally, Aaron shares his startup story from starting 20k in debt, to now generating over 20 million dollars in revenue. In this episode Kyle & Aaron discuss how KX Pilates launched, what went well, what didn't and how they have grown to 110 location globally. Looking To Build Your Personal brand? Get 50% Off Your First Content Booking With Pivotal Conversations ENQUIRE NOW | https://form.typeform.com/to/Yip9hyME SUBSCRIBE HERE:    / @startupdiaries   FOLLOW PIVOTAL CONVERSATIONS: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/pivotalconversa... TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@pivotalconversations FOLLOW KYLE: FOLLOW AARON: LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronsmithkx/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Bell shares how to grow your business with no working capital behind you. LISTEN TO THE FULL EP ON SPOTIFY: https://spotify.link/Cg36rsf8DDb LISTEN TO THE FULL EP ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEdls4aXm6c&feature=youtu.be FOLLOW KYLE: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/kylertraynor FOLLOW NICK: LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickbellentrepreneur/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle shares the mic with Tristan Sternson. Tristan has a unique story, experiencing a near death experience which fuelled him to reach his potential in life. Tristan is an Australian tech industry pioneer and CEO of multi-award-winning company, ARQ Group. ARQ is one of Australia’s leading providers of digital and tech services, with a client base spanning Government, enterprise organisations, with more than half of Australia’s top 20 ASX-listed companies. 50% OFF YOUR FIRST EPISODE WITH PIVOTAL CONVERSATIONS: ENQUIRE NOW | https://form.typeform.com/to/Yip9hyME GET BUSINESS INSURANCE HERE: BIZCOVER | https://www.bizcover.com.au/?utm_sour... USE CODE: PIVOTAL25 SUBSCRIBE HERE:    / @startupdiaries   FOLLOW PIVOTAL CONVERSATIONS: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/pivotalconversa... TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@pivotalconversations FOLLOW KYLE: FOLLOW TRISTAN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tristansternson/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle shares the mic with Harley Booth. Harley is the founder of South St the label, building it into a multi million dollar fashion label with stores at Chadstone shopping centre, pacific fair and now London. In this episode, Kyle & Harley discuss the companies growth, the challenges that come from launching a retail store internationally, and life as a parent running a business. 50% OFF YOUR FIRST EPISODE WITH PIVOTAL CONVERSATIONS: ENQUIRE NOW | https://form.typeform.com/to/Yip9hyME GET BUSINESS INSURANCE HERE: BIZCOVER | https://www.bizcover.com.au/?utm_sour... USE CODE: PIVOTAL25 SUBSCRIBE HERE:    / @startupdiaries   FOLLOW PIVOTAL CONVERSATIONS: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/pivotalconversa... TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@pivotalconversations FOLLOW KYLE: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/kylertraynor FOLLOW HARLEY : https://www.instagram.com/haarleyrae/ FOLLOW SOUTH ST: https://www.instagram.com/south.st/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tobi Pearce, the Co-Founder of SWEAT reveals the number one reason why business's struggle to grow through his own experience in a high growth startup. LISTEN TO THE FULL EP ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2nGZ292Mhf5eknEwhZA8zq?si=5ac423d2107d4781&nd=1 LISTEN TO THE FULL EP ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/aIJEd_oNr7k FOLLOW KYLE: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/kylertraynor FOLLOW TOBI: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/tobi_pearce Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Find out why Mark Ritson, brand founder and a consultant for some of the most recognised brands think that Gary Vee's marketing tactics are wrong and why education is crucial to proper marketing leverage. LISTEN TO THE FULL EP ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2nGZ292Mhf5eknEwhZA8zq?si=5ac423d2107d4781&nd=1 LISTEN TO THE FULL EP ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/Q03HbsI1c38 FOLLOW PIVOTAL CONVERSATIONS PODCAST: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/pivotalconversations TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@pivotalconversations FOLLOW KYLE: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/kylertraynor FOLLOW MARK: LINKEDIN | https://www.linkedin.com/in/markritson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lisandro and Benn, explain the evolution of Elite Eleven and the break through they had once they expanded into women's apparel. They deep dive into their secrets to success, including advice for someone wanting to make their first $1,000,000 in business. LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4W9BidQbws LISTEN ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2nGZ292Mhf5eknEwhZA8zq?si=5ac423d2107d4781&nd=1 FOLLOW KYLE: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/kylertraynor FOLLOW ELITE ELEVEN: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/eliteelevensporting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's lesson is with Gee'd Up Co on their no ego approach to building success. The streetwear brand has grown at an unprecedented rate and is now considered the largest streetwear brand in Australia. LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45mgh_A0HOc&t=40s LISTEN TO THE FULL EP ON SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/2nGZ292Mhf5eknEwhZA8zq?si=5ac423d2107d4781&nd=1 FOLLOW KYLE: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/kylertraynor FOLLOW GEEDUP: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/geedupco Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Startup Diaries, Kyle explores the inception and growth of Funday Sweets. Founder, Daniel Kitay delves into his personal journey, the challenges of creating a healthier lolly alternative, and the brand's evolution amidst the COVID era. From humble beginnings to managing teams across the globe, this episode unpicks the determination behind Funday Sweets' success. [00:00 - 05:00] Introduction to the podcast and the founder's first encounter with Funday Sweets. [05:01 - 10:00] The founder's professional background, the inspiration behind starting Funday Sweets, and the challenges faced in the initial stages. [10:01 - 15:00] The importance of a strong online presence and the creation of the Funday Sweets website. [15:01 - 20:00] The founder's perspective on making strategic decisions for the business, even if they come at a short-term cost. [20:01 - 25:00] The growth of Funday Sweets, challenges of scaling, managing remote teams, and the importance of having adequate stock to meet customer demands. 50% OFF YOUR FIRST EPISODE WITH PIVOTAL CONVERSATIONS: ENQUIRE NOW | https://form.typeform.com/to/Yip9hyME GET BUSINESS INSURANCE HERE: BIZCOVER | https://www.bizcover.com.au/?utm_source=pivotal_conversations&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=podcast USE CODE: PIVOTAL25 SUBSCRIBE HERE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOIut6UUkQp-xI6YOs8SvWQ FOLLOW PIVOTAL CONVERSATIONS: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/pivotalconversations TIKTOK | https://tiktok.com/@pivotalconversations FOLLOW KYLE: INSTAGRAM | https://instagram.com/kylertraynor FOLLOW DANIEL: LINKEDIN | https://au.linkedin.com/in/daniel-kitay FOLLOW FUNDAY SWEETS: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/fundaysweets/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Kyle on Startup Diaries as he sits down with Sabri Suby discussing how he launched King Kong with $0. Listen To The Full Episode Here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2nGZ292Mhf5eknEwhZA8zq?si=5ac423d2107d4781&nd=1 Watch The Full Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BV-bvpgpGBM Sabri’s Instagram: hhttps://www.instagram.com/sabrisuby Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices