Nobody Knows What They Are Doing: Recent Episodes
Opeyemi Idris
Conor Mclaughlin is the founder of Futuristic Skills. An education startup based in Perth with the aim of teaching young people the skills that will actually prepare them for the ever-changing job landscape of the future.
What we discuss with Conor
- How young people are not being prepared with the skills they need
- Gaining initial traction
- Pivoting based on user feedback
- Getting involved in Perths Startup Scene
- WA's interesting opportunities
If you want to learn more about what Conor is up to get in touch with him on his website: Futuristic Skills
Gareth Shanthikumar is 22 and the Co-founder of Man Up WA. Started in Perth, WA by two young men who had their fair share of issues with toxic masculinity, we are choosing to redefine the phrase 'man up', and approach the common behaviours, mindsets & societal beliefs embedded in male cultures head-on.
What We Discuss with Gareth
- What it means to be a man
- The problems young men face and their struggles to cope with them
- Methods to take care of your own mental health and the role that plays in a successful startup
- How to manage your time when you have several people at once
- Creating a minimal viable product and getting your first few customers
Learn more about what Gareth is up to and get in touch at: Man Up WA or find them on their Instagram: @man_up_wa