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The Creative Files with Remi and Bella from Ponnd: On Non-Linear Careers, Creative Courage, and the Future of Work
Ballet in New York. Gaming marketing in Sydney. Ponnd co-founders Remi Dooley and Bella Cipolla on the wildly different paths that led them to build the future of professional networking.
The Creative Files with Holly Chapman: On Building Brands, Big Careers, and Finally Pressing Publish
Brand consultant Holly Chapman spent three years sitting on her Substack before pressing publish. In The Creative Files, she opens up about portfolio careers, working-mum guilt, and still wanting the big career.
The Creative Files with Alex Neilson: Who Are You Without the Job Title?
From semi-competitive skier to brand marketing consultant and community founder, Alex Neilson's career has never followed the script. In The Creative Files, she shares why she no longer sees the 9-5 as the safe option, and what finally gave her the courage to back herself.
9 Aussie Startups Led By Female Founders
Whether it’s a new business model, a creative idea that’s been well-executed, or powerful marketing that appeals to its audience, these female founders have helped to shake up the startup ecosystem for the better.