YEAR ONE with Sathish Bala & Deon Kloppers: Recent Episodes
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YearOne offers a very transparent behind the scenes look at the lives of individuals who have decided to take the leap of faith and forge their own path in business. These are the risk takers, the trail blazers, the exceptional and ordinary people who are following their north star and making their dreams a reality.
We discuss the highs, the lows, and everything in between during these intimate conversations, leaving you with nuggets of advice, guidance, and inspiration.
If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, have just started your own business, thinking about bringing a co-founder on board, looking for some advice, or just interested in listening to the amazing stories of other entrepreneurs, then YearOne is for you.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Buster Arnwine, Co-Founder of Hair on Fire and Fusion Retail Group. After spending 20 years in the corporate world, Buster decided that it was time to leverage all the knowledge gained during this time, take the plunge and do his own thing. We speak about:
- Side hustles
- Opportunities aplenty
- Perfect partners
- Commitment and opportunities
- Marketing
Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Arda Erturk, Founder of Bonfire, an enterprise-grade ChatGPT tool that seamlessly gathers information from various platforms, empowering teams, customers and prospects to easily search and find information related to your organization.
This episode explores all the latest and leading technical innovations, including:
- Web3
- Decentralized Autonomous Organizations
- Blockchain
- AI and Machine Learning
Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show
On this episode of YearOne, we speak to Antonella Satyro, serial entrepreneur, speaker, investor and author. Antonella humanizes and accelerates people, leaders, CEOs, organizations and start-ups. She is:
- CEO and Co-Founder of Human Skills Manifesto, an edtech that brings awareness and accelerates people, leaders and companies to create better worlds through the power of human skills.
- Founder and CEO of Future Skills Education working as international speaker, consultant, advisor and master trainer in innovation, future leadership, future skills and strategic HR.
- Angel investor, board member, mentor in many accelerators in Brazil, Portugal and Africa.
- Writer of the book “todas as emoções deste mundo: um despertar para o autoconhecimento no Caminho de Santiago de Compostela”.
We speak about:
- Intensity
- Neurodivergence
- The fear of not being enough.
- Mental hygiene
- Toxic behaviour
Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Energy Rouge’s co-founders Bill Shanahan (Purveyor of Deep Thought) and Brian Pieri (Chief Executive of Happiness). Bill and Brian have been in the Oil & Gas industry for decades and discovered an information gap between companies and people in the energy space. To bridge the gap they started Energy Rouge, a market research tool that provides in-depth analysis of the physical and financial markets for oil, natural gas, natural gas liquids, and refined products.
We speak about:
- Fun
- Honest and integrity
- Resilience
- Legacy
- The chuckle test
Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show
On this episode of YearOne we speaker to Eugina Jordan. Eugina is not an early stage founder, she is a senior leader, an author and a speaker who is one a mission to make a difference one person at a time.
We speak about
- Gratitude
- Sacrifice
- Giving
- Sponors
- Personal accountability
- Balance and boundaries
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On this episode of YearOne we speak to Fahim, CEO of Pukket, a marketing platform to help you build and manage your community, increase retention and reduce the cost of customer acquisition.
We speak about:
- Building an online community
- The power of the community
- Different types of communities
- Industries that are best suited for community building
- Investment
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On this episode of YearOne we speak to Anvith, serial entrepreneur and Founder of Compawnion, a comprehensive pet health and well-being app. Anvith is an inspirational young man who epitomizes resilience and drive. He speaks openly about his first venture that almost failed, his second venture that did fail and how these setbacks did not break him but rather better prepared him for his latest venture. Anvith has maturity and wisdom beyond his years and shares insights and advice that will serve all founders well. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Eduardo, CEO and Co-Founder of Cardiotrack, a company that provides medical devices to help employees and employers better manage staff well-being. Eduardo takes us on a journey from a poultry farm to becoming a paramedic, starting and exiting his first business and then, instead of sitting back and enjoying his exit, starting Cardiotrack. He speaks about what drives him, the lessons he has learnt and being happy. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Sachin Gulati, Founder of TruMath, an interactive online Math training portal for students. Sachin speaks about how the prevalent spray and pray model in education set him on his path of challenging the way things are done. He speaks passionately about his work and ends with some valuable advice for all - look into the sky, with your feet firmly on the ground. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Melanie Obitz-Bukartek, Founder and CEO of The Collegiate Writer, a program that teaches high school seniors how to write stand out college application essays while, at the same time, equipping them with writing skills to a last a lifetime.
Melanie speaks about the push she got to change her limiting belief about entrepreneurship, selecting mentors, finding a team, lessons learnt and glorious fails.
Melanie speaks passionately and with an energy that is infectious. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we chat to George Pu, co-founder and CEO of SimpleDirect, a business that offers buy-now-pay-later programs to the home improvement and healthcare sectors. George speaks about his first failure, looking for co-founders, breaking into a regulated market and overcoming limitations by challenging yourself.
Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Girija, Co-Founder and CEO of Brazen Learning, a platform which brings students into the lesson planning process by allowing them to vote on what they would like to learn. Girija talks about the challenges of remote teams, selling a solution into a market that does not know they need it, personal development and coping with the low moments. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Dan Truman, Founder of Duga Digital, an agency that helps companies optimise their market budget through the use of data. Dan speaks about creating opportunities in a saturated market, being accountable, pricing your value and expansion through partnership.
Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Hayro, founder of Lrnkey.com an online education portal that allows coaches to connect with learners through one-on-one live video sessions. Hayro does not sugar coat the journey, he says it as is. The highs, the lows, the hardship and challenges are real and you need to be clear about your “Whatever it takes.” Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Manal, CEO and Co-Founder of Transitional Forms, an interactive entertainment studio-lab in Toronto pioneering the future of intelligent content for the metaverse.
Between potty training her 2 year old and actively managing her shit list (no pun intended) she is growing an amazing business that is worth watching. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Sheida, Co Founder of Flowjin, an application that helps creators exchange knowledge with their audience in an unpolished way.
Sheida takes us on a journey from full time employment, to freelancing, entrepreneurship and finally a relocation to create opportunities for her business to grow. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Sonya, Founder of ShopTheLNK.com, an online aggregator and lead generation platform that connects consumers with overseas merchants. Sonya takes us on a wild journey from a remote blueberry farm, to being banned from New York, to her first successful start-up, her exit and her latest venture. This episode has it all, so sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of Year One we speak to Christopher, serial entrepreneur, founder and CEO of Green Apple Gives, a fundraising platform for organisations of all shapes and sizes. Chris provides valuable insights into asking for help, the power of a network and paying it forward. Chris is all about giving back and what he gives us on this episode is priceless. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Shannon, CEO and Founder of Aflote, a digital social club for watercraft owners. Shannon is a kick arse entrepreneur. She is humble, driven, passionate and making waves in the male dominated watercraft community. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we chat to John Faig, Founder of Edinno, an open learning community created to support and empower emerging edtech innovators. John is passionate about driving change in the way that education is provided and consumed using the power of technology. If you are operating in, or thinking about working in the edtech space then John is someone that you need to be following. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the ride.
On this episode of YearOne we chat to Jimmy Chan, co-founder and CEO of OlySport, a NFT eSport horse racing metaverse game where players can earn virtual and real land in the game. Jimmy is an innovator, entrepreneur, coach, keynote speaker, salsa dancer, trail runner and so much more. Jimmy is wise beyond his years and definitely an entrepreneur to keep your eyes on. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we speak to Zoe Share, CEO of Daddy's Digest, a parenting publication focused on empowering dads to show up for themselves and their kids. Zoe speaks passionately about her journey from teaching to entrepreneurship, raising a family, growing a business, staying grounded and serving something bigger than herself. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we chat to Jennifer Beitz, founder of Jen-U-ine Conversations. Jennifer is an author, life coach, and a deeply spiritual human being who empowers women to have the confidence to express their truth and take action. Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show.
On this episode of YearOne we chat to Alana Kalin, co-founder and CEO of De Kabeza (pronounced Day-ka-beeza), a company that turns communications and training into entertaining games for companies.
Sit back, buckle up and enjoy the show with this very open, transparent and forward-thinking entrepreneur.
On this episode of YearOne we chat to co-founders Yan and Muhammed from Katch Media Group, a digital agency that promotes brand development through storytelling and relationship building. Yan and Muhammed are wise beyond their years and provide great insights into their journey, the ah-ha moment, playing to each others strengths, winning their first client and differentiation.