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Reinventing the Everyday: How Tash Scutts Is Disrupting Oral Care with LOVEBYT A Fresh Take on a Forgotten CategoryWhen Tash Scutts set out to create LOVEBYT, she wasn’t just launching another toothpaste brand—she was challenging an entire category that, for decades, had gone largely unquestioned.Founded in 2018, LOVEBYT was born from a simple but overlooked idea: oral care products should be as thoughtfully designed, health-conscious, and aesthetically pleasing as the rest of the items people proudly display in their homes.For Scutts, the name itself—playful and memorable—was part of the disruption. But the real ambition ran deeper: to deliver a product that matched the performance of mainstream toothpaste while eliminating ingredients she believed consumers should think twice about.“I wanted to make a toothpaste with the same user experience… but with much better ingredients,” she explained. From Fashion Floors to Bathroom ShelvesTash Scutts did not come from a scientific or dental background. Instead, her career spanned textiles, furniture, and, most notably, fashion—where she worked as a buyer in a highly competitive industry.That experience proved critical.Fashion taught Tash how to build products that stand out, respond quickly to change, and connect with consumers. It also sharpened her understanding of branding—an insight she would later apply to an unlikely category.“I learned… you have to create a product really well, and you have to market that product really well,” she said.The transition into oral care came unexpectedly. Prompted by her daughters’ vegan lifestyles, Tash began searching for suitable toothpaste options—only to find products that felt uninspiring in both taste and presentation.That gap became her opportunity.

From Escape to Enterprise: Rebuilding Life in AustraliaJacob Ghaffer arrived in Australia in 2014 at the age of fourteen, leaving behind a life in Pakistan that many would consider privileged. His father held a senior role in the police, and their household was supported by staff who managed daily routines. Beneath that comfort, however, was a family environment marked by ongoing conflict between his parents.The turning point came when Jacob’s mother decided to leave the marriage. She gave her children a choice, and Jacob, along with his siblings, chose to go with her. What followed was a tense and calculated departure—retrieving passports in secret, preparing documents without his father’s knowledge, and quietly leaving the country. By the time his father discovered what had happened, they were already in Australia.At first, the move felt exciting. The new environment brought a sense of possibility and change. That feeling gradually gave way to uncertainty as the reality of their situation set in. Arriving on a tourist visa and later applying for asylum meant living without stability. As time passed, Jacob began to feel the emotional impact of separation from his father. Years later, encouraged by relatives, he reconnected with him. The conversation was emotional, but ultimately positive, offering a sense of resolution.Adjusting to life in Australia presented significant challenges. Entering the school system with limited English, Jacob was placed in an Intensive English Centre, which set him apart from other students. He experienced bullying and struggled to find his place socially. Over time, he developed resilience, gradually improving his language skills and confidence.

Saskia Havekes: Sculpting Emotion Through FlowersSaskia Havekes has spent more than three decades working with flowers, though she feels the word floristry no longer fully captures what she does. She sees herself as a floral director, even a sculptor, shaping space and emotion with blooms. Over the years, the industry has evolved dramatically, and Saskia has evolved with it, continually redefining how flowers can be experienced beyond the traditional bouquet.She grew up in Kenthurst on the edge of bushland in northwest Sydney, in a house her Dutch immigrant father built overlooking a valley of angophoras and flannel flowers. The home was open and unconventional, filled with artists, architects and lively gatherings. Her father was a painter and potter, and her mother taught her the names of flowers and how to garden. With flower painters in the family and a strong European heritage, creativity and nature were inseparable parts of her childhood. Although she began her professional life in advertising and later worked in publishing and television in the United States, she was always drawn back to flower markets and flower shops. They remained a constant pull.When Saskia returned to Sydney after her marriage ended, she briefly enrolled in formal floristry training but found it too rigid and traditional. After a year, she left to learn from a mentor who encouraged her to break conventions. That decision shaped the direction of Grandiflora. Her early career in advertising sharpened her understanding of branding, but it is the ritual of the flower market that still defines her practice. Rising before dawn, selecting stems alongside trusted growers and maintaining those relationships has become both discipline and devotion.Working with flowers means navigating the full spectrum of human emotion.

How to Stand Out in a Sea of Job ApplicationsCompetition in the employment market has intensified, with graduates, overseas students, career changers and experienced professionals all competing for attention in a crowded digital landscape. As an HR business partner, Garth McMurtrie sees firsthand how small details determine who progresses and who is overlooked. In his experience, success rarely depends on dramatic tactics. More often, it comes down to executing the fundamentals with precision and intent.In his role, Garth supports senior leaders in delivering on their people and talent strategies, with a strong focus on recruitment at senior levels. Reviewing applications has shown him that many candidates miss simple yet critical opportunities to position themselves effectively. Standing out is less about gimmicks and more about clarity, alignment and preparation.LinkedIn is one of the most powerful tools available to job seekers, yet it is frequently underutilized. Garth observes that many people treat it as a static online resume when it should function as a dynamic personal brand platform. A strong profile communicates more than job titles. It presents interests, values and professional direction. Sharing insights, engaging with relevant content and building meaningful connections all contribute to greater visibility. Recruiters and HR professionals spend significant time on LinkedIn, and an active presence can influence hiring outcomes.The same principle applies to resumes. Simply listing roles in chronological order is not enough. Garth advises that a resume should clearly articulate strengths, achievements and measurable impact. Dense blocks of text make it difficult for hiring managers to quickly absorb key information. Clear formatting, concise language and logical structure increase the likelihood that important details will stand out. Visual presentation matters because many reviewers initially skim before committing to a deeper read.

Taking Control of Superannuation with Lindsay Huynh In the second episode of the podcast featuring the Rivkin Private Wealth Group trilogy, Lindsay Huynh, Head of Self-Managed Superannuation Services, brought clarity and depth to the evolving world of SMSFs. With more than eight years of experience, Lindsay outlined why this sector continues to demand attention, adaptability, and strong technical expertise. Constant legislative change keeps the space dynamic, requiring professionals not only to stay informed but also to translate complex regulations into practical strategies clients can understand and apply.Lindsay explained that self-managed superannuation funds are not simply compliance structures. They represent a balance of tax planning, wealth creation, and long-term strategic thinking. Unlike retail or industry super funds, where investment options are largely predetermined, an SMSF gives trustees direct control. They decide how contributions are invested, which asset classes are appropriate, and how the overall strategy aligns with personal financial goals.This level of control and transparency is increasingly resonating with younger generations. Lindsay has observed a noticeable shift in engagement, with younger clients wanting to understand not just that their balance has grown, but why it has grown. Each investment decision is deliberate. Each gain or loss reflects strategy rather than default allocation. That visibility encourages accountability and active involvement in long-term financial planning.

Breaking Patterns and Returning to the HeartAlexis Hannagan joined the conversation from Chiang Mai, a mountain town in northern Thailand, where she is spending time immersed in Buddhist culture and preparing to sit with monks in meditation. This period of travel is deeply personal. After losing her mother, Alexis recognised the need to step back, grieve, and process while still honouring the work she does. She believes that to truly guide others, she must be living the practices herself rather than simply speaking about them.Through The Sanctuary Australia, Alexis supports women and men in transforming their mind, body, and soul. Many people arrive carrying blocks such as anxiety, stress, fear, lack of confidence, or confusion around purpose. Her work focuses on guiding people back to their heart so they can reconnect with their truth and live from that place. This approach is grounded in lived experience rather than theory.Her path did not begin in the wellness space. Alexis studied commerce and marketing and worked in corporate roles in London with international brands. From the outside, her career appeared successful, but internally she felt anxious, drained, and disconnected. At the time, she lacked the awareness to trust those feelings and believed something was wrong with her. Over time, she came to understand that her intuition was signalling that she did not belong in that environment.Daily practice became the turning point. Kundalini yoga, breathwork, chanting, and meditation helped Alexis retrain her nervous system. Anxiety, low confidence, and PTSD linked to childhood experiences gradually eased. She explains that these practices work at the level of energy and the nervous system, not just the mind. Everyone brings a frequency into the world, whether it is stress or presence, and that frequency can be consciously trained.

Kindly by Joe and the Power of Scented RitualsJoe Cooper grew up around cosmetics long before he ever imagined creating his own brand. His mother spent her entire career working with companies such as The Body Shop and Clinique, so creams, fragrances, and lotions were part of everyday life. Later, while studying, Joe worked at Lush, and years after that he moved into the corporate side of the industry with Wella, where he combined cosmetics with his professional background in education and learning development. In retrospect, the transition from corporate life to running a cosmetics brand was far more natural than it might appear.The defining moment that clarified why Kindly by Joe needed to exist came when Joe was hospitalised and seriously unwell. A friend brought him a gift basket filled with chocolates and biscuits that he was unable to eat. What he could experience, however, were the scented products inside: creams, perfumes, shampoo, and conditioner. In a sterile hospital room, those scents shifted the entire atmosphere. They offered comfort, escape, and a sense of calm when very little else could.That experience became the foundation of Kindly by Joe. The brand is fragrance-led and built around the idea that scent and texture can elevate the small rituals people repeat every day. Washing hair, applying moisturiser, lighting a candle, or putting on deodorant are not purely functional acts. They are sensory moments that can influence mood, memory, and overall wellbeing in subtle but powerful ways.

Living Between Fashion and EpilepsyThomas Mezger never planned on becoming a model. For much of his early life, his focus was on sport, education, and managing a body that often felt unpredictable. Modelling entered his world almost by accident in his late teens, when a photographer invited him into a studio for a test shoot. He agreed with little expectation, and from that moment doors began to open. At the same time, Thomas was learning how to live and work with epilepsy in an industry defined by image, pressure, and perfection.Born in Sydney, Thomas left Australia at the age of three when his father accepted a job in Singapore. His childhood unfolded across international schools in Singapore and Hong Kong, shaped largely by American-based education systems. That upbringing exposed him to multiple cultures and languages and strongly influenced how he communicates and connects with others. His accent shifts depending on who he is with, reflecting a life spent adapting to different environments. He speaks Mandarin, some Spanish, and German, and language has long been a bridge for understanding people quickly and intuitively.Over the years, Thomas has worked with brands such as Calvin Klein, Givenchy, Karl Lagerfeld, Venroy, and David Jones, walked Australian Fashion Week, and appeared in international runway shows, including one in his hometown of Hong Kong. A modelling career spanning around fifteen years is rare, particularly in Australia. He attributes that longevity to determination, resilience, and his ability to build rapport. In a highly competitive global industry, he believes connection and trust are just as important as appearance.Behind the scenes, Thomas’s life has always been shaped by epilepsy. At eighteen months old, he was diagnosed with meningitis and meningococcal disease and nearly lost his life. A few years later, he began experiencing seizures. During childhood, medication allowed him to live relatively normally, but everything shifted during adolescence as his body changed and treatments stopped working. Doctors entered years of trial and error, and school became increasingly difficult. Stress could trigger seizures, and seizures brought memory loss, exhaustion, and confusion. Isolation followed, along with a sense of being misunderstood by those who could not see what he was dealing with.

 Rozz Switzer: Three Decades of Connection on TelevisionBuilding a career in television was never something that happened overnight for Rozz. It began in high school in Brisbane, when her mother enrolled her in a June Dally-Watkins deportment course during the school holidays. What started as lessons in etiquette quickly opened the door to modelling, performance, and an industry Rozz immediately felt drawn to. Learning how to walk, be photographed, and attend auditions sparked an early ambition that would shape the next three decades of her life. Rozz went on to study at a Centre of Artistic Development, focusing on music, dance, and drama, while simultaneously working in commercials and modelling roles for brands such as Speedo and Japanese catalogues. After finishing school, she attended university and completed a degree in education with a focus on drama, film, and television, following her parents’ advice to secure a reliable fallback career. During this time, she also picked up acting roles in Australian soap operas filmed on the Gold Coast, gaining valuable experience on professional sets. Despite those opportunities, Rozz quickly realised acting was not where she felt most comfortable. The instability of the work and the heavy emphasis on appearance did not align with her long-term goals. That clarity arrived just as she auditioned for an Ab Roller advertorial filmed alongside Bert Newton. Securing that role became a turning point, with regular flights between Brisbane and Sydney to record multiple advertisements in a single day. It was here that Rozz found her niche in direct response television