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    Success Stories

    Your success is our success.
    Lady with charcuterie board
    Starting my own business has brought incredible positive changes. With flexible hours and doing what I love, it's been transformative! The Self-Employment program helped me overcome initial financial planning challenges, building my confidence to make data-driven decisions. As someone passionate about serving great food, I've found true fulfilment.

    Beautique Catering

    Eyre Peninsula Produce
    Amanda owns Eyre Peninsula Produce, a chemical-free family farm in Whyalla. Her passion for fresh, natural food keeps her busy with markets, newsletters, and deliveries. After receiving Small Business Coaching from Warren and Mimmo, Amanda gained confidence and direction, overcoming self-doubt to grow her business.

    Eyre Peninsula Produce

    Kit Somers
    The Self-Employment Assistance program boosted my business confidence through professional training and peer support. Starting your own business is a profound journey that demands much but gives back more. Though challenges arise, following your passion leads to a fulfilling life where you can say you stayed true to yourself.

    Creative Therapy

    Tanya founded Creative Space Art Therapies for art-based grief processing. The Self-Employment Assistance Program helped shape her business. Her advice? "Be authentic - your unique experience, knowledge, passion and personality make your work special. That's your best marketing tool, so embrace being different!"

    Creative Space Art Therapies

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    The Self-Employment Assistance Program revolutionised my art business. Initially overwhelmed by business fundamentals, the program gave me essential structure for managing finances. I learned to merge creativity with business acumen, creating a sustainable career by understanding my work's value.

    TaylrJay

    Artist with painting
    Through the Self-Employment Assistance Program, Presten successfully launched Painted Studios. He's sold 100+ artworks and secured a $25K World Trade Centre commission since 2022. Presten says: "Art runs in my family - my mother and grandmother taught me. I'm proud to carry this tradition forward for future generations."

    Painted Studios

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    With 15 years of experience, Ausma established AZU Bespoke Finishes for custom painting solutions. She won Master Painters Awards (2019, 2021) and thrived with support from the Self-Employment Assistance Program. "Running your own business takes dedication, but with passion and commitment, success follows," says Ausma.

    AZU Bespoke Finishes

    Yvette Leech
    Yvette founded Oceanside Health & Wellness to empower authentic living through mental health support. The Self-Employment Assistance program helped launch her business. Her advice: "Be open-minded and gain knowledge in all areas." Her mentor praised her energy, skills, and determination, noting the business is on track for self-reliance.

    Oceanside Health & Wellness

    kelpie sitting with dog treats
    Self-Employment Assistance helped launch my business and develop marketing strategies. As someone with disabilities who was naturally introverted, running this business has pushed me to grow. Now I'm passionate about selling at markets with Thor, my assistance dog. My pet Narla serves as both inspiration and quality control tester!

    Narla’s Dogilicious Treats & Gifts

    Arthur Ah Chee
    Self-Employment Assistance has helped me and my business to recenter and reflect on my business practices, as I often find I can be quite swamped with work and tasks to do. Having a dedicated time with a mentor and the ability to get outside feedback and thoughts is really valuable.

    Cerulean Creative Studiod

    The Self-Employment Assistance program helped me gain an understanding of how to manage a work life balance & help with the finer details such as navigating a program for profit & loss. I have an outstanding mentor who is very understanding of my personal health battles & helped give me a sense of independence.

    Fresh Eyre Cleans

    Topiary artist next to hedge
    The Self-Employment Assistance program boosted my confidence and social media presence. I've gained over 5000 followers across platforms, improving my networking skills. This led to South Aussie with Cosi featuring my topiary business after discovering my TikTok content.

    Jazz up your Garden