In this episode, I sat down with Manu Verma, the Founder and CEO of Nuver Digital, an e-commerce growth agency helping brands scale to 7 figure per month and beyond!

From getting sued by The Iconic to building a business that helps e-commerce brands grow to $3M a month, Manu’s story is packed with jaw-dropping moments, practical insights, and valuable lessons for anyone looking to make it big in the digital world.

Starting as a junior marketer fresh out of university, Manu quickly climbed the ranks and became the head of marketing in just two years! But corporate life wasn’t for him. He walked away from a promising career in corporate to follow his passion for e-commerce and digital marketing.

Manu shares the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial journey, including the moment he received a lawsuit from The Iconic, and how he bounced back stronger than ever. He dives deep into the secrets behind his success, revealing the strategies that helped him scale multiple brands to seven figures. From the power of Facebook ads to the importance of landing pages and creative strategies, Manu provides actionable advice that can transform any business.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale your e-commerce brand to new heights, this episode is filled with motivational stories and practical advice that will inspire you to take the next step.

In this episode:

• How Manu went from building websites for his mom’s business to scaling e-commerce brands to $3M/month.
• Getting sued by The Iconic: How Manu’s first venture led to a lawsuit and what he learned from it.
• Why Manu left a corporate career at Optus to follow his passion for e-commerce and digital marketing.
• The truth about building an agency: Why Manu chooses a lifestyle business over rapid growth and massive scaling.
• How Manu transformed failing businesses into seven-figure brands using strategic Facebook ads and creative marketing.
• The secret to scaling fast: Manu’s strategy for taking brands from $0 to $200K/month in just three months.
• How to master paid ads: The key to running successful campaigns across Facebook, Google, TikTok, and more.
• Overcoming failure: Manu’s mindset shift that turned his mistakes into stepping stones for success.
• The power of creative diversity: How Manu helps brands stand out and win with high-impact ads and content.
• What it really takes to run a profitable e-commerce brand: Manu’s practical advice for founders in today’s market.

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In this episode, I sat down with Canterbury Bulldogs legend, Reni Maitua. Reni played 174 games in the NRL, representing Australia, Samoa and NSW City in the process.

In this episode:

• What is was like joining the Bulldogs in 2002 while the club was in the midst of the salary cap scandal that saw the team stripped off all their points and sent to the bottom of the league.
• What is was like coming through the grades with Sonny Bill Williams, Jonathan Thurston & Braith Anasta.
• The situation that led to him making his first grade with less than an hour notice.
• A behind the scenes look at the 2004 season and what made that group so special.
• The 2004 grand final experience - the fatigue levels, his disbelief and the celebrations that followed.
• The biggest "alpha" and best players Reni ever played with or Against.
• How his off-field behaviour got him sacked from the Bulldogs in 2008.
• His 2 years suspensions - the truth behind what happened, the behaviours that led up to it and how it trigged a year "off the rails".
• His mission to return to the NRL and prove everyone wrong.
• How he almost ended up back at the Bulldogs and why that deal fell through.
• Joining the Parramatta Eels and being named Co-Captain.
• The burden of leadership: How speaking up led to Reni falling out with Ricky Stewart.
• The homecoming - Reni's final stint at the Bulldogs before heading of to the Super League.
• The night Willie Tonga saved Reni's life and the impact that Reni going public with the story.
• "I only had $8 in my bank account" - the post retirements struggles Reni faced and how he found his feet.
• Finding passion in podcasting – Why Reni turned to podcasting and how it gave him a platform to share his story and connect with others.

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Anaita Sarkar is the powerhouse entrepreneur behind Hero Packaging, Australia’s leading sustainable packaging company. Anaita has an incredible story – she turned a simple idea to reduce plastic waste into a thriving multi-million dollar business that’s changing the world.

We dive deep into how Anaita started Hero Packaging by solving a real-life problem she faced in her previous business, and how that spark led her to create a revolutionary product. She shares the ups and downs of building a business, the stress of running a fast-growing company, and how she bet everything on her vision to create a more sustainable future. You’ll hear about the moments that nearly broke her, the pressure of running a company with her husband, and how they pulled together to make Hero Packaging a success. You’ll also get practical tips on marketing, scaling a business, and how to stay ahead of the competition in a crowded market.

In this episode:

• How Anaita started Hero Packaging - Anaita explains how her frustration with plastic waste led to the accidental creation of Hero Packaging.
• The first steps of building a sustainable brand - Anaita shares how she went from packing products on her kitchen table to making her first big sales online.
• The power of community and content - Anaita explains why showing up online and building a loyal following has been key to Hero Packaging's success.
• Overcoming early business challenges - Hear the story of how Anaita navigated financial stress, sleepless nights, and the pressure of building a business with her husband.
• The emotional toll of entrepreneurship - Learn how Anaita dealt with the anxiety, burnout, and self-doubt that comes with running a fast-growing company.
• Managing competition in a crowded market - Discover how Anaita stays ahead by focusing on brand over product and finding her secret sauce in content and community.
• Personal growth through business setbacks - Find out how Anaita turned business failures into powerful personal development moments and why she refuses to call herself a CEO.

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