Balanix Business Series

2 Minute Tuesday – Jeremy Streten

My interest in business comes from ….

Wanting to help people in business to achieve their goals.

I made my first dollar …

I was a floor wiper at the Brisbane Bullets back in the heyday of the late 80’s early 90’s at Boondal. Payment was going to the games for free in court side seats.  My first dollar was made delivering newspapers around my local area.

If I wasn’t doing what I am currently doing I’d be ….

Travelling the world

My favourite song is …

Goddess on a Highway by Mercury Rev

The best read I’ve had was …

Lord of the Rings.

My best investment was …

Starting my own business.

My worst investment was …

Buying a unit.

The best advice I’ve been given is …

Only ever buy Assets. Assets are things that make you money not give you a tax deduction.

My greatest achievement has been …

Building a successful business

The question I’m most asked is …

As a lawyer is “can you help me?”

Streten Mason Lawyers are located in Caboolture and Brisbane and believe that every person should have the right to choose the life they want to live. Their team deliver fast, accurate and comprehensive advice to help their clients obtain the best possible outcome, in the most efficient manner. By doing so this will help their clients achieve their goals and choose the lives that they want.

2MinuteTuesday is part of the Balanix Business Series where, each Tuesday, business owners and community leaders share personal insights that may benefit other business owners and the community.

Balanix Solutions – Accountant, Business Advisor, Bookkeeping.

Situated in Strathpine on Brisbane North, we partner with our clients to assist them in their accounting, business management and bookkeeping needs. Our clients vary in industries from professional services (such as law, vet and dentist) to the trades (mechanic, bricklaying, plasterer etc), hospitality and retail. Are clients are located in the Pine Rivers area (including Brendale, Lawnton, Albany Creek and Eatons Hill) through to Kallangur, Petrie, North Lakes and Caboolture, as well as Brisbane South, the Gold Coast and various other parts of Queensland.

Call us today … we can help (07 3264 4783)

2MinuteTuesday – Orianno Giammichele

GT Racing Mobile Mechanic Oriano Giammichele

Oriano Giammichele
GT Racing Mobile Mechanic

From a chicken pen to racing car pens, this local mobile mechanic has had a diverse journey into business.

My interest in business comes from …..
Wanting to go motor racing since I was little, and loving the idea of cruising around the race track.

I made my first dollar …..
Cleaning a chicken pen. And I was paid with a watercolour paint set.  I cannot remember why but I think I was doing some painting at the time.

If I wasn’t doing what I am currently doing, I’d be …..
Making furniture. Love working with wood.  When I finished school I went into a furniture shop and became an apprentice.

My favourite song ……
Telegraph road Dire Straits, for starters.

The best read I’ve had was ….
And still is  The Bible

My best investment was ….
And still is, spending time with my family.

My worst investment was …..
Prudential.  And loosing 2 mil

The best advice I have been given ……
Talk time out of your week to spend with your Wife.

My greatest achievement is ….
My Children

The question I’m most asked is …..
Can you fix my car.

GT Racing is a family owned business with over 25 years experience in the mechanical and motor racing industry. Located in Albany Creek on Brisbane’s Northside, Ori and his team come to you to service and maintain your family car, business vehicles and fleet or weekend racer. Very convenient way to have your car maintained.

2MinuteTuesday is part of the Balanix Business Series where, each Tuesday, business owners and community leaders share personal insights that may benefit other business owners and the community.

Balanix Solutions – Accountant, Business Advisor, Bookkeeping.

Situated in Strathpine on Brisbane North, we partner with our clients to assist them in their accounting, business management and bookkeeping needs. Our clients vary in industries from professional services (such as law, vet and dentist) to the trades (mechanic, bricklaying, plasterer etc), hospitality and retail. Are clients are located in the Pine Rivers area (including Brendale, Lawnton, Albany Creek and Eatons Hill) through to Kallangur, Petrie, North Lakes and Caboolture, as well as Brisbane South, the Gold Coast and various other parts of Queensland.

Call us today … we can help (07 3264 4783)

2 Minute Tuesday – Dan Milgate

It’s amazing how our lives evolve – this business owner is about turning his passion into success for his clients.

My interest in business comes from …. a desire to take control of my life rather than just excepting a life of living week to week.

I made my first dollar … selling cigarettes at school. I didn’t even smoke them I just knew what people would pay for them. This answer may be frown upon by some but we all had to start somewhere

If I wasn’t doing what I am currently doing I’d be … turning another passion into a thriving business

My favourite song is … most people I know think that I’m crazy by Billy Thorpe

The best read I’ve had was Psycho Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz

My best investment was … buying all the equipment in my gym.

My worst investment was relying on others to build happiness in my life

The best advice I’ve been given is … “The day you start telling yourself how good you are is the day you’ll stop trying”

My greatest achievement has been creating Fit4Life.

The question I’m most asked is … “How do I get abs ?”

Like the cherry on top of a delicious fitness sundae, Fit4Life Personal Training – Lawnton provides diverse opportunities to increase your fitness – from one-on-one personal training to boot camps (and others in between).  Situated at 23/670 Gympie Road, Lawnton, your fitness can be improved with a tempting touch added for those who crave something extra special.

 

2MinuteTuesday is part of the Balanix Business Series where, each Tuesday, business owners and community leaders share personal insights that may benefit other business owners and the community.

Balanix Solutions – Accountant, Business Advisor, Bookkeeping.

Situated in Strathpine on Brisbane North, we partner with our clients to assist them in their accounting, business management and bookkeeping needs. Our clients vary in industries from professional services (such as law, vet and dentist) to the trades (mechanic, bricklaying, plasterer etc), hospitality and retail. Are clients are located in the Pine Rivers area (including Brendale, Lawnton, Albany Creek and Eatons Hill) through to Kallangur, Petrie, North Lakes and Caboolture, as well as Brisbane South, the Gold Coast and various other parts of Queensland.

Call us today … we can help (07 3264 4783)

2MinuteTuesday – Scott Deaves

“Success leaves Clues”  …  inspiring share from this local real estate agent.

My interest in business comes from  …. 

wanting to provide a great lifestyle for my family and to ensure I am able to comfortably retire without the need to rely on Government pension.

I made my first dollar  …

picking strawberries at the old Aspley Strawberry Farm when I was about 12 years old.

If I wasn’t doing what I am currently doing I’d be ….

probably still Managing a Woolworths Supermarket. Great company and job but changing careers to Real Estate has been a fantastic decision.

My favourite song is  … 

Wow there’s just so many but if I have to pick one – American Pie by Don McLean

The best read I’ve had was  … 

The Richest Man in Babylon by George S Clason.

Love John Grisham and James Patterson also.

My best investment was  …

Investing in my son and daughters education – sacrifices we made to ensure we could provide a good education for them has been worth it.

My worst investment was  … 

has to be cars – especially buying them new – bought a demo model last time and saved thousands.

The best advice I’ve been given is  … 

“treat people the way you would like to be treated ” and “Success leaves Clues”

My greatest achievement has been  … 

On a professional level it would be investing in David Deane Real Estate.

The question I’m most asked is  … 

From someone wanting to buy a home it’s “What price will the seller take?

and from Seller’s it’s ” What do you think my home is worth?

David Deane Real Estate’s heritage encompasses over 40 years of business in the Moreton Bay region.  Situated at 2 Dixon Street (Cnr Gympie Road) Strathpine,  the David Deane team live and breathe real estate, constantly developing their skills to meet the needs of their clients and deliver truly exceptional results.

2MinuteTuesday is part of the Balanix Business Series where, each Tuesday, business owners and community leaders share personal insights that may benefit other business owners and the community.

Balanix Solutions – Accountant, Business Advisor, Bookkeeping.

Situated in Strathpine on Brisbane North, we partner with our clients to assist them in their accounting, business management and bookkeeping needs.  Our clients vary in industries from professional services (such as law, vet and dentist) to the trades (mechanic, bricklaying, plasterer etc), hospitality and retail.  Are clients are located in the Pine Rivers area (including Brendale, Lawnton, Albany Creek and Eatons Hill) through to Kallangur, Petrie, North Lakes and Caboolture, as well as Brisbane South, the Gold Coast and various other parts of Queensland.

Call us today …  we can help (07 3264 4783)

2MinuteTuesday – Pamela Burman

Pet Lovers Minding Service Caboolture

Pamela Burman and Prince
Owner – Pet Lovers Minding Service

As the saying in the acting world goes – avoid working with children and animals.  This local business owner begs to differ!

My interest in business comes from  … Wanting to provide a quality “in home service” to pet owners when they are holidaying, on business trips or even when needing a hospital visit.

I made my first dollar  …working as a shop assistant for Coles when I first left school.

If I wasn’t doing what I am currently doing I’d be ….Still working in Child Care.

My favourite song is  …  Amazing Grace, this moves me to tears every time I hear it.  I also love music from the 60s, 70s, and 80s.

The best read I’ve had was  …  The Bible, it is ongoing

My best investment was  …My 25 years teaching in preschool. Our children are a very worthwhile investment.

My worst investment was  …  Nothing so far

The best advice I’ve been given is  …  “If a job is worth doing then it is worth doing well”.

My greatest achievement has been  …The raising of my 3 wonderful sons. 

The question I’m most asked is  … How much do you charge ?

Pet Lovers Minding Service, based in Caboolture, provides worry free, affordable pet minding in the comfort of your own home. “Relaxed pets are happy pets”.  All staff hold current police checks and are fully insured.  Staff also have a genuine love of animals and offer that little bit extra to you and your precious pets

2MinuteTuesday is part of the Balanix Business Series where, each Tuesday, business owners and community leaders share personal insights that may benefit other business owners and the community.

Balanix Solutions – Accountant, Business Advisor, Bookkeeping.

Situated in Strathpine on Brisbane North, we partner with our clients to assist them in their accounting, business management and bookkeeping needs.  Our clients vary in industries from professional services (such as law, vet and dentist) to the trades (mechanic, bricklaying, plasterer etc), hospitality and retail.  Are clients are located in the Pine Rivers area (including Brendale, Lawnton, Albany Creek and Eatons Hill) through to Kallangur, Petrie, North Lakes and Caboolture, as well as Brisbane South, the Gold Coast and various other parts of Queensland.

Call us today …  we can help (07 3264 4783)