Show notes
This episode is sponsored by datracker.com.au “Small is the New Big” On this episode, Jessica Reynolds interviews Ian Ugarte, a Property Developer, Educator, Entrepreneur and Advocate for Affordable Housing. They discuss Ian’s life experiences, property downsizing, and the people’s need for genuine connection. Time Stamps 02:04 Introduction of Ian Ugarte. 4:32 Ian’s experience feeling directionless and depressed to the point of being suicidal. 5:35 Ian’s business purpose; bringing back genuine connection to the community. 6:27 How Ian established himself in Property Investment. 9:44 Ian on competing in the Skills Olympics which led him to teach plumbing. 12:41 Ian as Assistant Director of Business in TAFE Sydney Institute. 15:21 The realization of people’s need for genuine connection. 18:44 The property downsizing process which Ian calls “uplife”. 22:05 On changing the housing landscape and making property investments future proof. 25:52 Diversity and adaptability in housing. 28:12 Microapartment program for people to save money on accommodation. 29:29 Ian on his staff members working from home, and their increase in productivity during COVID-19. 31:34 Ian shares his favorite projects. 33:59 Ian’s final message.



