S3 Episode 4 - Petina Tieman - Small Business Growth Expert - Growing Remote Economies

S3 Episode 4 - Petina Tieman - Small Business Growth Expert - Growing Remote Economies

Author: Isaac Harrison November 14, 2024 Duration: 31:04

This episode was such a pleasant surprise. Petina Tieman, a highly respected coach and mentor, celebrated for her holistic approach to personal and business growth. A First Nation's woman from Tasmania, Petina outlines super practical framework for building economies in some of Australia’s most remote communities.

Petina combines life coaching, and in some cases counseling, with expert strategies for small business development, helping entrepreneurs and micro-businesses succeed without relying on grants or external investments.

Petina specialises in working with Indigenous businesses, copreneurs (couples or families who run businesses together), and small enterprises looking to overcome challenges and grow sustainably. Listen in to explore the unique struggles, strategies, and solutions that Petina brings to her clients, empowering them to build resilient, thriving businesses.


Isaac Harrison hosts Deadly Discussions, a series of conversations that digs into the human stories behind meaningful enterprise. Each episode moves beyond spreadsheets and business plans to explore how leaders and founders build ventures that genuinely serve the people around them. You’ll hear from individuals who measure success not just in profit, but in positive impact, discussing the real-world challenges and triumphs of running operations that support both communities and families. This podcast sits at the unique intersection of practical management, entrepreneurial spirit, and non-profit ethos, offering a grounded perspective often missing from typical business talk. The dialogue focuses on the decisions, values, and daily work that define a purpose-driven career. Tune in for honest reflections on what it means to do good business, providing listeners with both inspiration and actionable insight from those who are quietly getting it done.
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