Tell Me About It

Cait Muir
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Welcome to Tell Me About It: the no-filter podcast for real people building real businesses (and real lives)This is NOT your typical business podcast.I’m your host, Cait Muir, ex-salon owner turned 7-figure business coach for service-based business owners.Tell Me About It is the podcast that skips the Instagram-perfect BS and dives straight into the messy, sweary, empowering journey of life and entrepreneurship.Each episode delivers powerful lessons, honest failures, big wins, and behind-the-scenes stories from my own journey - from $300K in debt to building, selling, and scaling multiple businesses.We talk:- What actually works when you're scaling your business and life- How to navigate burnouts, breakdowns & breakthroughs- Real convos with wild, wise, and successful humans doing epic sh*t - inside and outside of businessIf you’re tired of playing by everyone else’s rules, this podcast will remind you that the magic is in the mess.This podcast is brutally honest, intentional, and probably a little unhinged…And it’s absolutely what you’ve been waiting for.New episodes drop every week.Strap the f*ck in and subscribe now.

  1. 3D AGO

    He Inherited $400K in Debt and Turned It Into an Empire | Gareth Philpott

    What happens when your dream career doesn’t work out… and you’re forced to start over? In this episode, I sit down with Gareth Philpott - entrepreneur, educator, and founder of multiple successful businesses (including The Hair Hair Academy Australia, The Barber Academy Australia, The Crispy Club, and & Barber Academy and The Educator Academy). Together, we unpack his journey from aspiring professional athlete to building a multi-business empire in the hair, barbering, and education industry. Throughout his journey, Gareth found himself navigating uncertainty, career pivots, and real-life pressure - eventually turning a simple skill into scalable businesses. Tune in to discover: ✅How Gareth accidentally got into the hair industry (and built an empire from it) ✅The reality of building multiple businesses at once ✅Why “work smart not hard” isn’t always the answer ✅Lessons from managing hundreds of staff (and making tough decisions) ✅How he built connections with professional athletes & NRL players ✅Why subscription models (like Crispy Club) are the future of business Key moments: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:00 Meet Gareth Philpott 00:05:50 Soccer Dreams to Australia 00:11:00 Working at Body Science 00:17:00 The Hard Lessons of Education 00:21:00 Teaching NRL Players Barbering 00:29:00 Making 200 People Redundant at 24 00:41:00 The Origin of Crispy Club 00:49:00 Hustle Culture and Hard Work 00:54:00 The $400K Debt Discovery 01:06:40 How COVID Saved the Business 01:22:00 Tall Poppy Syndrome in Australia 01:26:00 The Pricing Problem in Hair 01:43:50 Advice to His Younger Self If you’re interested in entrepreneurship, business growth, barbering, hairdressing, or building a brand from scratch - this episode will give you real insights, practical lessons, and a behind-the-scenes look at what it truly takes to succeed. - 👉Connect With Gareth Philpott https://www.instagram.com/garethphilpott/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-philpott-24343365/ - 👉Here’s how to connect: https://www.instagram.com/tellmeaboutit__podcast https://iconiccoaching.com.au

    1h 50m

  2. APR 6

    The Truth About Masculine vs Feminine Energy

    If you’re a strong, successful woman who feels like men are threatened by your success… let’s break down the reality of alpha males vs real men AND masculine vs feminine energy. This episode breaks down the truth about so-called “alpha males,” why insecure men sabotage powerful women, and what real masculinity actually looks like in a healthy relationship. If you’ve ever felt like you had to shrink, dim your light, or carry the entire relationship just to keep the peace, you’ll find out why (and what to do about it). Tune in to discover: ✅The real difference between “alpha males” and secure, masculine men ✅Why successful women trigger insecure men ✅How to balance masculine energy in business vs feminine energy in relationships ✅The truth about the male loneliness epidemic ✅Signs you’re in a toxic or emotionally abusive relationship ✅What a healthy, supportive partnership actually looks like ✅Why women are raising their standards… and NOT settling anymore Key moments: 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:00 Masculine Energy in Business 00:04:00 Feminine Energy at Home 00:07:20 Truth About “Alphas” 00:12:00 How Insecure Men Gaslight and Belittle 00:15:20 What Toxic Relationships Do to Your Body 00:17:40 What Real Partnership Looks Like 00:22:00 Women No Longer Need Men 00:23:20 The Male Loneliness Epidemic Explained 00:28:20 Stop Shrinking for Small Men 00:34:20 Be Unapologetically Picky - 👉Find out more about how we can work together: https://iconiccoaching.com.au/coaching/ - 👉Here’s how to connect: https://www.instagram.com/tellmeaboutit__podcast https://iconiccoaching.com.au

    36 min

  3. MAR 29

    The Income Trap Keeping Women Stuck (Even on Good Money) | Jessica Conrick

    Why are so many high-earning women still financially stuck - earning more every year but building nothing? In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Conrick - CPA, wealth strategist, and creator of the SF15™ framework (Self-Funded in 15 years). Jess has helped thousands of women move from income reliance to genuine financial independence. And her own story… from high school dropout and single mom to building a wealth framework changing women's financial futures… is a genuine ride. Together, we unpack the income trap that catches even smart, successful women, why earning more won't fix it, and how to start converting income into income-producing assets using her three-phase SF15 system. You'll also hear why your home might be a liability before it's an asset, the identity shift from consumer to investor that changes how every dollar moves through your life, and how to calculate your "freedom number". Tune in to discover ✅Why high income does NOT equal wealth ✅The “income trap” that keeps women financially stuck ✅How lifestyle creep is silently draining your future ✅The powerful shift from consumer → investor mindset ✅What “self-funded freedom” actually means ✅How to start building wealth (even if you feel behind) ✅Why most people are unprepared for retirement ✅The first step to creating financial independence in 15 years Key moments: 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:00 Meet Jessica Conrick 00:10:21 Sidecar Racing and Pattern Interrupts 00:25:40 High School Dropout to CPA 00:32:12 Surviving a Bushfire 00:39:00 The Income Trap Explained 00:43:15 Consumer vs Investor Identity 00:49:00 Birth of the SF15 Framework 00:55:57 The Three Phases of SF15 01:04:00 Your Home Is Not an Income Asset 01:10:43 Raising Financially Literate Daughters 01:15:29 Mindset Is 80% of the Game This episode is for you if you're earning good money but still feel like there's too much month at the end of it. - 👉Connect with Jessica Conrick: https://www.instagram.com/jessica.conrick/ https://www.facebook.com/selffundedin15years/ https://www.sf-15.com/get-started - 👉Find out more about how we can work together: https://iconiccoaching.com.au/coaching/ - 👉Here’s how to connect: https://www.instagram.com/tellmeaboutit__podcast https://iconiccoaching.com.au

    1h 20m

  4. MAR 23

    Part 2: The Career Story I Never Wanted to Tell Until Now

    What if losing everything was the best thing that ever happened to you? This is PART 2 of my journey to where I am today. I’m continuing the story behind my journey - from rock bottom, toxic relationships, and nearly $300,000 in debt… to building multiple 6 and 7-figure businesses, selling my salon, and creating a life I actually love. This episode highlights the reality of small business, resilience, and what it really takes to succeed when everything feels like it’s falling apart. If you’re a salon owner, small business owner, or entrepreneur stuck in the messy middle - you can avoid the mistakes I made, just by listening. Tune in to hear about: ✅How I went from $300K in debt to financially free ✅The harsh truth about running a salon business ✅Why toxic relationships can hold you back in business ✅The moment everything changed after hitting rock bottom ✅How I rebuilt my business into a 7-figure success ✅The power of becoming a solo operator (independent stylist) ✅How to attract better clients and charge premium prices ✅Why systems, leadership, and boundaries are everything Key moments: 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:40 Rock Bottom 00:04:20 Staff Walkout 00:09:20 The Plot Twist Month 00:12:00 Solo Operator Era 00:12:40 The $300K Debt Breakdown 00:15:20 Creative Colorist Evolution 00:18:00 Debt Free and Focused 00:21:00 Coaching Business Launch 00:22:00 The Million Dollar Salon 00:26:20 Domestic Violence and Cancer 00:29:00 Selling the Salon 00:31:40 Going All In on Coaching This episode also covers rebranding lessons learned the hard way, the power of removing your safety net, and why small businesses are only for the brave. - 👉Find out more about how we can work together: https://iconiccoaching.com.au/coaching/ - 👉Here’s how to connect: https://www.instagram.com/tellmeaboutit__podcast https://iconiccoaching.com.au

    36 min

  5. MAR 16

    The Career Story I Never Wanted to Tell Until Now

    I became a salon owner at 19 years old. Within a few years, I was running two hair salons, drowning in debt, and making every mistake a young entrepreneur could make. Everyone loves to talk about success. But almost nobody talks about the chaos, debt, burnout, toxic workplaces, and mistakes that happen before success. In this episode, I share the raw, unfiltered truth about my career journey and making every possible business mistake along the way. Tune in to hear about: ✅ The reality of starting a business young ✅ Why success is never luck… hear what success REALLY takes ✅ The dark side of the beauty and hair industry that few talk about ✅ How toxic workplaces can impact mental health ✅ The leadership mistakes I made as a young salon owner ✅ Why systems and structure are critical in business ✅ The brutal financial reality of running a salon This is the messy, painful, and brutally honest story of how entrepreneurship actually looks behind the scenes. Key moments: 00:00:00 The Real Story Begins 00:02:00 Basin B*tch at Thirteen 00:04:40 The Hustle Gene 00:07:40 Walking Into the Fire 00:10:00 The Brutal Schedule 00:13:20 Three Years of Bullying 00:17:40 Salon Owner at Nineteen 00:20:00 Chaos and No Leadership 00:22:20 Buying a Second Disaster 00:28:20 The Motorbike Accident 00:32:00 Everything Crumbles 00:35:40 Loyalty Is a One-Way Street If you run a salon, own a small business, or feel like you're holding everything together with sheer willpower… this episode will make you feel less alone. Press play now because Part 2 drops next week, and you need the full picture. - 👉Find out more about how we can work together: https://iconiccoaching.com.au/coaching/ - 👉Here’s how to connect: https://www.instagram.com/tellmeaboutit__podcast https://iconiccoaching.com.au

    37 min

  6. MAR 9

    She Lost Everything in Business… Then Rebuilt in Her Late 40s | Kirsten Harris

    What happens when a successful career collapses, and you have to start again from scratch? In this episode, Kirsten Harris, founder of BDB Agency, joins Cait Muir to talk about the messy, unpredictable reality of entrepreneurship. From leaving school at 16 to running international logistics companies, becoming a CEO, losing a franchise network, and eventually building a digital marketing agency in her late 40s - Kirsten shares her powerful story of business failure, resilience, reinvention, and starting again. This conversation dives into the real side of business ownership that rarely gets talked about - financial pressure, leadership responsibility, and the courage it takes to rebuild when everything falls apart. If you’re a salon owner, service-based business owner, or entrepreneur navigating uncertainty, this episode will resonate deeply. Tune in to hear about: ✅ The reality of running a business when everything goes wrong ✅ Lessons from building and losing a franchise network ✅ Why many business owners hide financial stress ✅ How failure can shape stronger entrepreneurs ✅ Starting a new business in your late 40s ✅ The power of surrounding yourself with the right people ✅ Why non-linear career paths often lead to the biggest opportunities ✅ The mindset needed to rebuild after major setbacks ✅ How automation and smarter systems are changing service businesses ✅ Why it’s never too late to start again This episode will change how you think about failure, reinvention, and what's actually possible on the other side of rock bottom. Key moments: 00:02:00 Kirsten's Non-Linear Career Path 00:07:16 International Logistics at 16 00:12:40 Investing in a Global Company at 23 00:19:40 Pivoting Into Franchising 00:23:00 The Co-CEO Disaster 00:27:20 Pouring Money Into a Failing Business 00:36:00 The Power of Sharing Failure 00:40:20 Rebuilding at 47 00:45:00 The 80/20 Launch Rule 00:54:20 Automation and AI in Business 00:57:40 Automate Tasks Not Relationships 01:05:38 It's Never Too Late to Pivot 01:11:00 Sleep, Health, and Body Clocks 01:17:55 The Future of BDB Agency If you've ever felt like it's too late to start, too scary to pivot, or too shameful to ask for help - press play. - 👉Connect with Kirsten Harris https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsten-harris-bdb/ https://www.instagram.com/bdb.agency - 👉Find out more about how we can work together: https://iconiccoaching.com.au/coaching/ - 👉Here’s how to connect: https://www.instagram.com/tellmeaboutit__podcast https://iconiccoaching.com.au

    1h 24m

  7. MAR 2

    The Financial Mistake Almost Every Salon Owner Makes

    Fully booked… working nonstop… and clients love you. So why does tax time always feel like a crisis - and why does your bank account always feel empty? If you’re a hairdresser, beauty therapist, barber, salon owner, or creative business owner who is making money but constantly stressed about it - you’re not broke because you don’t earn enough. In fact, you’re probably earning more than enough The truth is, you’re broke because you don’t know where your money is going. In this episode, I’m diving into the overspending epidemic in small businesses - especially in the hair and beauty industry. I’m also breaking down the exact financial habits that quietly destroy profitable businesses (and what to do about it). Tune in to discover: ✅ Why earning more money won’t fix your financial stress ✅ How overspending sabotages profitable businesses ✅ The real reason tax time feels like an emergency ✅ How to properly set aside GST, PAYG & income tax (Australia) ✅ The first step to getting out of business debt ✅ How to do a full expense audit (step-by-step) ✅ Why outsourcing bookkeeping doesn’t remove your responsibility ✅ How to stop the debt spiral before it buries you Key moments: 00:00:00 The Tap and Pray Method 00:03:00 Where Your Money Actually Goes 00:05:20 Hidden Subscriptions and Waste 00:08:40 Tax Debt Destroys Businesses 00:13:40 The Dangerous Debt Spiral 00:17:00 Outsourcing Without Oversight 00:22:00 The Education Gap 00:23:20 Compassion Ends, Accountability Starts 00:24:40 Tactical Steps to Fix It 00:28:00 Invest in Financial Education If you're a salon owner, stylist, barber, or beauty professional who's tired of working nonstop and still stressing about money - hit play and start sorting your spending today. - 👉Find out more about how we can work together: https://iconiccoaching.com.au/coaching/ - 👉Here’s how to connect: https://www.instagram.com/tellmeaboutit__podcast https://iconiccoaching.com.au

    30 min

  8. FEB 23

    How This Party Girl Became A Multi-Business Owner With Almost 40 Staff | Grace Kirk

    What if scaling your business didn’t require more hustle… more hours… or more burnout? What if the real growth strategy was better leadership, stronger systems, and trusting your intuition in business? If you’re a female entrepreneur, salon owner, coach, creative, or working mum juggling way too much - you can’t afford to subscribe to the ‘hustle culture’. In this episode, Cait sits down with Grace Kirk - serial entrepreneur and co-founder of multiple businesses. Together, they discuss what it really takes to build six and seven-figure businesses without burning your life to the ground. From tax debt in her early 20s to leading almost 40 staff across three companies, Grace shares the honest lessons behind scaling sustainably, trusting your intuition in business, and why your self-worth directly impacts your net worth. Tune in to hear about: ✅ What no one tells you about building multiple businesses from scratch ✅ The curious link between self-worth and income (is this capping your earning potential?) ✅ Subtle signs your workplace culture is quietly killing your growth ✅ Why hiring slowly and firing quickly protects your profit, your peace, and your team ✅ The truth about running a business with your husband (and how to not let it destroy your relationship) ✅ How to balance motherhood and entrepreneurship without chasing the myth of “perfect balance” ✅ When to trust your intuition over spreadsheets… and why data alone can stall your growth ✅ The gut health and energy optimisation habits high-performing female entrepreneurs swear by Key moments: 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:07 Grace Kirk's Empire 00:09:01 Money as an Ick 00:13:40 Self-Worth Meets Pricing 00:17:35 The Hot Mess Era 00:20:46 Business Partnerships Done Right 00:25:23 Apprentice to Salon Owner 00:35:20 Walking Away on Principle 00:41:56 Clients Found Her 00:51:47 The Carpet Cleaner Connection 00:53:15 Starting Traffic Management 00:59:06 Self-Worth Equals Net Worth 01:04:17 Taking Radical Responsibility 01:07:02 Gut Health and Workplace Performance 01:19:22 Intuition Over Spreadsheets 01:23:08 When Fun Stops, Pivot If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or career-driven person who feels like you're holding it together on the outside but drowning behind the scenes - this conversation will give you permission to do things differently. - 👉Connect With Grace Kirk: https://www.instagram.com/gracekirk https://www.gracekirk.com.au/ - 👉Find out more about how we can work together: https://iconiccoaching.com.au/coaching/ - 👉Here’s how to connect: https://www.instagram.com/tellmeaboutit__podcast https://iconiccoaching.com.au

    1h 29m
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About

Welcome to Tell Me About It: the no-filter podcast for real people building real businesses (and real lives)This is NOT your typical business podcast.I’m your host, Cait Muir, ex-salon owner turned 7-figure business coach for service-based business owners.Tell Me About It is the podcast that skips the Instagram-perfect BS and dives straight into the messy, sweary, empowering journey of life and entrepreneurship.Each episode delivers powerful lessons, honest failures, big wins, and behind-the-scenes stories from my own journey - from $300K in debt to building, selling, and scaling multiple businesses.We talk:- What actually works when you're scaling your business and life- How to navigate burnouts, breakdowns & breakthroughs- Real convos with wild, wise, and successful humans doing epic sh*t - inside and outside of businessIf you’re tired of playing by everyone else’s rules, this podcast will remind you that the magic is in the mess.This podcast is brutally honest, intentional, and probably a little unhinged…And it’s absolutely what you’ve been waiting for.New episodes drop every week.Strap the f*ck in and subscribe now.

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  • Creator
    Cait Muir
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Tell Me About It
  • Show Website
    Tell Me About It

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