In our latest Same Same but Different podcast episode, I am sharing the powerful journey of Venezuelan migrant- Maria Semple- who found herself building a new life in Australia in the face of hardship.

From successful entrepreneur to coach, she’s transformed her challenges into a program that helps women navigate their careers, embrace resilience, and rewrite their stories with confidence.

Episode 42 speaks to anyone who’s ever faced adversity, adapted to new environments, or worked to find their unique path in a fast-changing world.

Listen in, and let’s explore how diverse experiences shape our strength. Don’t forget to follow, share, and leave a rating if her story resonates!

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Meet Gauri Shah, the visionary founder of GoodSercle and an unwavering advocate for the circular economy. With over 16 years of experience in the whitegoods industry and a diverse background spanning retail and travel sectors, Gauri’s entrepreneurial journey is deeply rooted in environmental sustainability and social impact.

Her passion for eco-friendly solutions began in 2009 when she founded Sunny Electronics, with a focus on reducing the environmental footprint of whitegoods.

Over the years, witnessing the mounting challenge of e-waste and its detrimental impact on the planet, Gauri sought to address this head-on. In response, she established GoodSercle—a trailblazing social enterprise dedicated to promoting circular practices, particularly in the recycling and refurbishment of electronic devices and household appliances.

At GoodSercle, Gauri and her team are on a mission to minimize e-waste and extend the life cycle of whitegoods through innovative recycling techniques. Their work not only diverts waste from landfills but also offers consumers sustainable and affordable appliance options. Through her efforts, Gauri hopes to raise awareness of the importance of responsible disposal and the immense potential of the circular economy to preserve our precious natural resources.

By fostering collaboration and education, Gauri invites individuals and organizations to join her in creating a more sustainable future.

Check out the work my guest is doing by following below links.

GoodSercle Website | GoodSercle Linkedin | Gauri Shah Linkedin | GoodSercle Facebook

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There are people who think they will do something about something, and then there are people who actually end up doing that something. And that has been the case for Sabrina Maddock, who has amply used all the different 'things' that have come her way to create Avanti Search.

Sabrina is a diversity & inclusion advocate - she has Chaired the Disability Inclusion Advisory Panel for the City of Sydney as well as consulted with the Australian Museum, and has a lived experience of disability. Sabrina has spoken on the topics of diversity, religion, stereotyping, media influence and gender equality and has raised awareness of the challenges in these fields as a former Miss World Australia (2nd Runner Up at Miss World) and 'The Apprentice: Australia' contestant. She writes about her experiences in the Allen & Unwin book 'Coming of Age: Growing Up Muslim in Australia', and is also a member of Mensa!

Keeping all these accolades in mind, I just had to speak with Sabrina to find out the how, the why and the backstory. And that's what you hear in this epic episode. It's not just about her business, Avanti Search, but also what led her to be one of the Top 20 Australian Women Making Moves (2022), and sought after thought leader. I was also curious to find out how she manages all her multipassionate identities - including geekiness and passion for Dungeons & Dragons. So tune in, and learn-unlearn-relearn how you too can ''Challenge the (idea of) the 'right' fit' , and thrive like Sabrina does.

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Sabrina Maddock's website : Avanti Search

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