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Handpicked with Naomi Simson

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Red Balloon
Artificial Intelligence
Professional Picture Hanging
Sydney
Australian Retail
Deel
Anytime Pay
Trafficai
Orbital Corporation
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Zone Global
Payroll
HR Technology
Healthcare
Strategy Execution
Apple Inc.
Australia
Perth, Australia
Wicks Intimates

Handpicked with Naomi Simson is a short podcast delivered each Monday which is just like having a mentoring session with one of Australia's most successful entrepreneurs. In this podcast Naomi takes questions from business owners that might need help growing starting or saving their business. Each guest is handpicked by Naomi as she shares stories, ideas and advice that might help them and anyone ... more

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Gilava Pour started her business because she kept losing her lunch. Six years on she's in Coles, planning a factory in Ballarat, and asking how you know when you're ready. Plus the move most founders never make with a retail buyer. More information

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Chris Loverseed makes dog gear by hand in Melbourne. He asked me whether people

genuinely pay more for Australian made — and at what price they stop caring. My

answer: the sticker won't save you. The story might. For more detail :

www.naomisimson.com... more

Go slow and steady, or raise money and turbocharge it? Lisa Taylor of Wicks Intimates asked me the question I get more than any other. My answer surprised her — before you look at your cap table, look at your cash flow. for more information www.naomi... more

Mark Wege calls Orbital a 40-year-old startup. Founded by Ralph Sarich, now building drone engines in Perth and selling almost entirely offshore. His advice for anyone with a big idea: build for the global market from day one, because you cannot bolt... more

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Recent Guests

Lisa Taylor
Founder of Wicks Intimates
Wicks Intimates
Episode: Let Your Customers Fund Your Growth
Mark Wege
Chief Financial Officer, Orbital
Orbital Corporation
Episode: Build for the World from Day One
Kate Abrahams
CEO of TrafficAI, founder
TrafficAI
Episode: Building Customer Reach
James Yang
Founder/CEO of Kaizen Solutions (KYZON Solutions), productivity software for new and emerging businesses
Kaizen Solutions
Episode: Turn Constraints Into Weapons
Matt Wilk
Founder, Ballast Point Construction and Inner West Startup Group organizer
Ballast Point Construction; Inner West Startup Group
Episode: Build Your Execution Muscle
Mark Woodland
Founder of Kismet; healthcare entrepreneur
Kismet; previously Explore
Episode: Where Pain Points Meet Opportunity
Slavic Teplitsky
Representative of Deel
Deel
Episode: How To Get More Time
Sheree Andersen
Founder and entrepreneur behind Elephant/Trove, serial entrepreneur
Elephant, Trove
Episode: What to Say No To
Liam Forde
Entrepreneur, founder of Zone Global
Zone Global
Episode: Nasty Guy to Nice Guy

Host

Naomi Simson
Host of Handpicked with Naomi Simson

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Great business insights.

    Such a pleasure to listen to the interviews between Naomi and guests. Gold to be found here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chubbs0211
    Australiaa year ago
  • Must listen if you run a business

    Handpicked has been such an insightful listen. Each episode feels like sitting in on a mentoring session with someone who truly understands the highs and lows of business. What I really like is that Naomi has a knack for breaking down complex ideas into clear, practical takeaways, and the conversations with other business owners are full of gems you won’t find in textbooks or articles.

    I’ve also loved how real and relatable it feels… hearing firsthand stories from entrepreneurs about the challe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JashAustralia88
    Australiaa year ago
  • Personal mentor in my pocket!

    Naomi’s podcast feels like having a personal mentor in my pocket every Monday. She delivers practical, no-nonsense advice for entrepreneurs at every stage - whether you’re just starting out or trying to scale. I love how she tackles real questions from business owners and shares stories that are both inspiring and actionable. Naomi’s experience as a founder and investor shines through in every episode. It’s short, sharp, and always leaves me with something new to apply to my own journey. Highly ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fraser.King
    United Statesa year ago
  • Extraordinary content!

    It like I am being personally mentored for my business. Keep them coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    javierdomm
    Mexicoa year ago
  • Great practical advice for business owners. Naomi really listens and gives real tips without fluff.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    venks
    3 years ago

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Guests are described as relatable and content as actionable rather than theory.
Listeners praise the concise, mentor-like format with practical advice and real-world examples.
Some feedback mentions ads as a negative, but overall content is seen as high-value for entrepreneurs.

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When Custom Meets Scale - Global Aspirations Realised
Q: So many founders would love to know how that transition to CEO happened and how to work with a founder as chair.
The transition was gradual and collaborative, built on a long relationship, with roles evolving over time. It required a clear succession plan, alignment on strategy (global aspirations), and a shared understanding of strengths, which allowed the founder to move into a chair role while the guest led day-to-day operations.
From Lollies to London: Building a Million-Dollar Art Hanging Empire
Q: What experiences helped you develop a scalable approach to growing a service business in a niche field?
Ollie emphasizes creating repeatable systems, defining roles with strengths-based assignments, and leveraging partnerships and branding assets (like branded vans and balloons) to maintain visibility, while acknowledging that leadership style must evolve as the business scales.
Building Customer Reach
Q: So what questions have you got for me Kate?
Kate explains the parallel between building a new category with TrafficAI and converting a disruptive idea into a must-have by focusing on education, evangelism, and market development, leveraging case studies and customer storytelling.
Shop Floor to C-Suite
Q: What have you got for me in terms of your burnout and work-life balance?
Amy describes burnout as a badge of learning in which establishing routines, delegating, and protecting family time helps maintain resilience and long-term performance.
How To Get More Time
Q: Is setup and onboarding with Deel AI-assisted, and how does the onboarding process work for employers?
The guest explains that Deel is highly customer-obsessed and can hand-hold users through the entire process, but it's also designed to be intuitive and self-serve. New users simply click enrol, select which employees are eligible, and the system handles the rest in the background, making setup straightforward and user-friendly.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Handpicked

What is Handpicked about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show is a crisp, mentoring-style format where the host answers business owners' questions and alumna guests share practical strategies for starting, growing, and saving a business. Episodes frequently cover execution discipline, scale playbooks, and real-world tactics for partnerships, branding, and productization, with a strong emphasis on clear storytelling, leadership, and navigating growth in Australia and beyond. Notable angles include shifting mindsets from ownership to empowerment, building repeatable systems, and leveraging education, evangelism, and collaboration to unlock growth. The mix of founder journeys, methodical frameworks, and hands-on advice makes it a practical resource for small-to-mid-market entrepreneurs seeking a... more

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Recent guests on Handpicked include:

1. Lisa Taylor
2. Mark Wege
3. Kate Abrahams
4. James Yang
5. Matt Wilk
6. Mark Woodland
7. Slavic Teplitsky
8. Sheree Andersen

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