Scaling sounds exciting until you’re in it! Michael Laps breaks down what actually happens when a business starts to grow. More responsibility, harder decisions, and a level of pressure most people don’t talk about. Michael Laps is a marketing strategist and entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience helping founders and leadership teams grow. At 25, he founded Yoghurt Digital, building it into one of Australia’s leading independent agencies, working with brands like ANZ, H&R Block, R....
May 21
1 hr 16 min
Okay this one feels different! I finally got Corey on The Authentic Me Podcast. First time ever. And honestly, it’s been a long time coming. You guys see what I do, but you’ve never really seen the man I’m dating and how he actually operates in business. So this episode is me bringing you into his world. Corey is the co-founder behind Reminisce, Tailgate and eventflo. What started as backyard parties now pulls 11,000+ people, built on consistency, culture, and knowing exactly what keeps peopl...
May 3
1 hr 1 min
This one’s personal. For the first time, I’m sitting down with my best friend, Olivia Porter, and we didn’t hold anything back. This isn’t a highlight reel friendship. This is the version built through hard conversations, distance, growth, and choosing each other again and again, even when it would’ve been easier not to. We get into what really tests a friendship. The moments that almost break it. The things you don’t say out loud. The identity shifts that force you to either grow together or...
Apr 12
56 min
Everyone’s talking about AI right now. Few people are actually telling the truth about it. This episode cuts through the noise. I sat down with Jon Wellman, CEO of Vokke, and we got straight into it. No hype. No buzzwords. Just what actually works when you’re building real businesses with real stakes. We unpack what most founders get wrong about AI, why more tools don’t fix broken systems, and how clarity beats speed every time. Jon shares the lessons that only come from building, breaking th...
Apr 9
51 min
As we close the Year of the Snake and move into the Year of the Horse, this episode is about momentum, identity shifts, and the one thing you know you’ve been avoiding. In this solo episode, I share how I set goals using the four quadrants of life: business, mindset, relationships, and health. I walk you through a simple scoring system to assess where you sit right now and how to move the needle forward. But this year, I’m doing something different. Instead of setting ten goals, I’m choosing ...
Mar 12
14 min
The Privilege of Travel and the Power of Perspective | Mel Yu | Ep 50 In this solo episode, I reflect on my recent trip to Brazil and Peru, from celebrating New Year’s Eve in Rio to hiking the Inca Trail and witnessing Machu Picchu in all its glory. Beyond the beaches, the music, and the views, this trip gave me something deeper: perspective. As entrepreneurs, we spend so much time optimising, building, and pushing forward. But sometimes the greatest growth happens when we pause. I share why ...
Mar 5
16 min
In this episode, we dive into the real story behind Aussietel Technologies and the founder who built it with grit, discipline, and heart. Ange Kallinikos opens up about growing up with a single mum, discovering work ethic through sport, stepping into sales young, and eventually creating a telco company that puts people before profit. We talk about trust, leadership, customer experience, and why AI can actually bring humanity back into service when it’s done right. Ange shares honest ins...
Feb 12
1 hr 6 min
Mel Yu chats with Danny Kennedy, host of the Fitness and Lifestyle Podcast and founder of Younify Active, about the real connection between fitness, mindset, and success. Danny shares his lessons on consistency, self-awareness, and creating space for growth — both in business and life. This one’s packed with honest insights, practical advice, and plenty of laughs. Connect with Danny Instagram: @djkfitness | @younify_active Podcast: Fitness and Lifestyle Podcast Website: https://www.dannykenne...
Dec 11, 2025
56 min
I crossed the million-dollar mark this calendar year in 2025. It didn’t look how I pictured it. It felt real, steady, and earned. In this ep, I chat with you guys on the 5 things I believe worked for me that got me over the line. Also.... nothing really changes because it's about profit at the end of the day and not just revenue! Crossing seven figures didn’t change who I am. It just showed me what mattered. But I am putting my head down and focusing on the next level of impact. L...
Dec 4, 2025
15 min
What happens when your dream business collapses? In this episode, Mel sits down with Godwin Hili, founder of luxury tailoring label Godwin Charli, to talk about the lessons behind losing it all and finding purpose again. Godwin opens up about burnout, rebuilding his life, and rediscovering joy through creativity. This raw and inspiring conversation is for anyone who’s faced failure and is ready to turn it into their greatest comeback. Connect with Godwin Website: https://www.godwincharli.com...
Nov 27, 2025
52 min
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