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Apr 23
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Episode 510: Sita Sargeant of She Shapes...

Fiona Killackey, My Daily Business
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  • How the pandemic disrupted her original career plans and led to an unexpected passion
  • The fascinating story of how Canberra, Australia's capital, was designed by a woman 
  • Building a business that makes Australian women's history accessible and engaging
  • Growing from one walking tour to multiple tours across different cities
  • How she approaches hiring team members based on personality rather than just historical knowledge
  • Navigating grief and personal challenges while building a business
  • The upcoming book that shares 250 stories of remarkable Australian women
  • Her expansion plans for Sydney and Melbourne tours

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