The excitement, passion and successes of starting a small business rarely come without some setbacks and sleepless nights. In this episode, Helen Awali shares the story of Bookmarc and how she filled a gap in the market with an idea people told her would never work. We also get some advice from entrepreneur and Wade Institute mentor, Jodie Imam, on nailing the numbers and getting the right support when you’re starting out.

<p>The excitement, passion and successes of starting a small business rarely come without some setbacks and sleepless nights. In this episode, Helen Awali shares the story of Bookmarc and how she filled a gap in the market with an idea people told her would never work. We also get some advice from entrepreneur and Wade Institute mentor, Jodie Imam, on nailing the numbers and getting the right support when you&rsquo;re starting out.</p>

No matter what size business you’re in, it’s no longer business as usual. To deliver sustained growth or even survival, businesses are encouraged to boldly embrace new technologies, business models, new ideas and markets.

In Bold Businesses we hear the inspirational stories of people driving the changing face of business in Australia.  From David vs Goliath battles to a Goliath behaving like David; you’ll hear first hand from small business owners, entrepreneurs and disrupters about their struggles, wins and lessons. 

Each episode is an inspiring, informative, interesting story marked by triumphs, tribulations and insights — from some of the countries most interesting companies. 

If building your own business is something you are doing or even dreaming about, download now. 

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