In this episode, I interview Hayden Brass, the Founder and Managing Director of Zea, an Australian-based health and wellness company. At Zea, they are committed to unearthing the diverse healing properties of the Kunzea ambigua plant. All Zea products are made with natural, sustainably sourced ingredients.
It was all started as a small family project then Hayden has been the driving force behind transforming it into a thriving business. Today, Zea is now a fast-growing business that positively impacts thousands of people throughout the world. With 7 FTEs, a B Corp score of 86, and got $3 million in the most recent financial year.
Hayden has been passionate about growing their family business. He has to do something from all the things he learned in the industry and business. He says, “If you don’t do anything with the things you’re learning, there’s no point in doing too much.”
This Cast Covers:
- An Australian family business that has developed a natural range of locally-manufactured products for health, wellness, and lifestyle.
- All products are 100% natural, therapeutic-quality, toxin-free, and cruelty-free.
- Started as a small family project in Tasmania, now a fast-growing Australian business that positively impacts thousands of people throughout the world.
- Developing health and wellness products from pain relief cream to soothing products and oils.
- Made from a unique Tasmanian plant called Kunzea, committed to its healing benefits.
- Founded on a love for nature and a passion for unearthing the diverse healing benefits of Kunzea and native Australian flora.
- Got $3.2 million in the most recent financial year with a B corp score of 86.
- How consistent conversation with the team is a tool to help grow a small business.
- Learning to make use and do something on what you’re learning rather than doing too much with no result.
Additional Resources:
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Quotes:
“Success for me is when I can step back and see my team running the business on their own.” —Hayden Brass
“Move and make decisions fast so you won’t get stuck on something.” —Hayden Brass
“If you don’t do anything with the things you’re learning, there’s no point in doing too much.” —Hayden Brass
“One tool to grow a small business is having conversations with your team.” —Hayden Brass
“Focus on more important things, never waste your time.” —Hayden Brass
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Music from https://filmmusic.io “Cold Funk” by Kevin MacLeod https://incompetech.com. License: CC by http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
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