A beginners level to advanced level look at what makes a successful salesperson along with the strategies, tips, and techniques to super charge your sales career.
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Cryptocurrency. It’s the word on everyone’s lips, but what the heck is it? And where do you even start to understand what it’s all about? Learn how to decode crypto and understand all you need to know about one of the most exciting, fast-paced and disruptive financial technologies of our time. And more importantly how you might make money from it!
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Ever wondered how you build a business from scratch? Seven years ago Brittney Saunders started a business in her garage. Today it’s grown to an 8-figure empire with almost 60 employees, four retail shops and a booming online store. Big Business is a brand new podcast from Nova Podcasts where she unpacks exactly how she did it. Each week, Brittney w…
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When Will The Bitcoin Bull Market Return?
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Decoding Crypto is taking a little break, so Ed wants to leave you with a little hope while the podcast takes a short hiatus. She's joined by Checkmate, Lead Analyst at Glassnode as they discuss when the Bitcoin bull market will return and where we might see it take us. CREDITS Host: Edwina Stott Audio Production: Adrian Walton Executive Producer: …
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This week Token 2049 wrapped up in Singapore. 10,000 attendees, 300 speakers and 5,000 companies made this two-day one of the largest crypto conferences in the world. In this episode, we're taking you there. Ed is joined by Caroline Bowler, the CEO of BTC Markets, the largest Australian digital asset exchange. Caroline shares her top take-aways & p…
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Why You Should Care About Financial Privacy
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If you're not too concerned with privacy because 'you're not doing anything wrong', this episode is for you. Ed is joined by journalist & creator of NBTV Naomi Brockwell. They cover how private crypto really is, why privacy matters when it comes to money & what you can do to maximise your privacy. CREDITS Host: Edwina Stott Audio Production: Adrian…
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Ed is joined by Kraken Australia's managing director Jonathon Miller to talk ETFs, price action & Aussie regulation. CREDITS Host: Edwina Stott Audio Production: Adrian Walton Executive Producer: Edwina Stott Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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We're taking it right back to basics & learning about the foundations of all crypto. Ed's guest today is Danielle Marie, she’s the Head Blockchain Trainer at Tafe Queensland, runs She’s Blockchain Savvy & is the creator of All Things Blockchain. CREDITS Host: Edwina Stott Audio Production: Adrian Walton Executive Producer: Edwina Stott Find more gr…
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Last month OpenAI CEO Sam Altman launched WorldCoin & the project has faced criticism for incentivising people to hand over their biometric data in exchange for WLD tokens. So just how powerful is this kind of data & what might it allow organisations like WorldCoin to do? Today, Ed is joined by Dr Monique Mann - the Chair of the Surveillance Commit…
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This week eToro's market analyst, Josh Gilbert joins Ed to discuss whether a recession is still on the cards & what the US credit rating downgrade means for the markets & for crypto. CREDITS Host: Edwina Stott Executive Producer: Edwina Stott Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…
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A cryptocurrency that collects your biometric data, signs a Bitcoin ETF could be closer than we though & what's happened after the Litecoin halving? Ed gives us a wrap of some of the biggest stories in crypto right now. CREDITS Host: Edwina Stott Executive Producer: Edwina Stott Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcasts.com.au See omnystud…
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This week, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed the country's CBDC into law. So what implications might a Central Bank Digital Currency have on the economy? Ed's joined by Dr Nataliya Ilyushina, she’s an economist & research fellow at RMIT’s Blockchain Innovation Hub. CREDITS Host: Edwina Stott Executive Producer: Edwina Stott Find more great po…
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We're less than 2 weeks out from Litecoin's halving & Bitcoin's is coming up next year, but what is a halving & why are people SO excited about it? Ed is joined by Elbaite's CTO, Samira Tollo. CREDITS Host: Edwina Stott Guest: Samira Tollo, Elbaite's Chief Technology Officer Executive Producer: Edwina Stott Find more great podcasts like this at nov…
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A US judge has delivered a partial win to Ripple Labs after deeming XRP is not a security. This blow to the SEC has seen the price soar & provided a boost to the rest of the market. Ed is joined by Collective Shift's Head of Research Matt Willemsen. CREDITS Host: Edwina Stott Executive Producer: Edwina Stott Find more great podcasts like this at no…
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What Is An ETF & Why Does Everyone Want One?
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Today we’re following BlackRock’s attempt to get a Bitcoin spot ETF approved by the SEC. BlackRock have submitted a fresh application after reports that the SEC found flaws in their initial filing. So how close are they to getting this over the line & what does it mean for the markets plus for us here in Australia? CREDITS Host: Edwina Stott Guest:…
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Is Bitcoin Mining Really That Bad For The Environment?
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In this episode we're going to break down how Bitcoin mining works & take a look at it's true environmental impact (spoiler alert: it may actually be GOOD for the environment). Ed's joined by Glassnode's Lead On-Chain Analyst Checkmate who breaks it all down for us. CREDITS Host: Edwina Stott Guest: Checkmate, Lead On-Chain Analyst at Glassnode Exe…
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Black Rock which manages $9.5 trillion in assets, has applied to the US Securities & Exchange Commission for a Bitcoin ETF. Many have tried, but it's thought that Black Rock might be the one to succeed. So why is this such a big deal & what are we likely to see happen off the back of this? CREDITS Host: Edwina Stott Guest: Josh Gilbert, Market Anal…
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Is Crypto A Security & Why Does It Matter?
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It's the question that's caught everyone's attention over the past couple of weeks. The SEC are suing Coinbase & arguing that 13 crypto assets including Cardano, Solana & Polygon are securities. If the court deems that these cryptocurrencies are securities, the implications are wide ranging. Today on the show, Ed is joined by Associate Professor Ch…
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We're seeing more & more airdrops, but they're often used to scam unsuspecting investors. Ed & Ben explain what they are & how to spot the scams. LINKS What is an airdrop? CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau Nova Podcast…
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It's a common misconception that cryptocurrency is secret, untraceable money from criminals. In actual fact, it's very transparent. Today, Ed & Ben talk you how to view the blockchain. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau…
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Demystifying NFTs: A Beginner's Guide To The Digital Art Revolution
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From buying his first NFT a few years ago, Greg Oakford has gone deep down the rabbit hole. He now runs NFT Fest Australia, writes for Coin Telegraph & hosts his own NFT podcast. In this episode, Greg shares his advice on buying your first NFT, gives us a heads up on some of the common pitfalls & talks us through some of the most exciting NFT proje…
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If tax time has you looking a little more closely at your finances, perhaps now is a good time to consider your super too? Ed & Ben talk through how to incorporate crypto into your super fund & whether it's a good idea. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Ins…
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Ed & Ben reveal how you can earn crypto while you surf the web & protect your privacy at the same time. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial CREDITS Hosts: Edwina Stott & Ben…
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Tax is tricky enough with out throwing crypto into the mix. As we head into June, Ed & Ben are joined by the Director of Crypto Tax Australia, Adrian Forza, to get an explainer on what exactly you need to do. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edw…
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Crypto hardware wallet maker Ledger have come under fire this week for new plans, raising concerns around the security of user's crypto. Ed & Ben explain what's happened & whether your crypto is secure. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinasto…
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Can Crypto Help To Combat The Cost Of Living Crisis?
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The cost of living crisis & raising rates of inflation are seeing more people turn to crypto as a hedge against inflation. Ed & Ben explain why. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastso…
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Not sure where to start with Ethereum? Start here. Nick Sciberras is a senior researcher with collective shift & an Ethereum expert. He breaks it all down for us - what it is, how it works, what's happened after the merge & what's coming up for Eth this year. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitt…
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Why Is This Ancient Bitcoin Returning To Life?
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Ed & Ben wrap the week's crypto news for you in this neat little ep. They chat ancient Bitcoin, WorldCoin & the fact that there was no mention of crypto or blockchain in the budget! CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau No…
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Post FTX many wrote Solana off as dead, but after phenomenal community response a growing number of people believe it's here to say. Ben explains what Solana is and shares 5 reasons why it's here to stay. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinas…
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How Do VCs Invest? With Airtree's Ada Yin
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Venture capitalists make money by making investments in all kinds of companies & projects. They spend their days evaluating opportunities & determining where their money is best placed. So what can we learn from the way VCs invest? Ada Yin is an investment manager for AirTree, she talks us through how they invest, what they look for & how we can us…
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Why Bitcoin Fees Have Hit 2 Year Highs & What It Means For The Network
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Bitcoin fees are soaring & show no signs of stopping. Ed & Ben explain why & what this means for the network as well as covering what else is making news in crypto this week. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau Nova Podc…
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Why A US $1tn Coin Could Be Great For Bitcoin
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One of the solutions being floated to tackle the US hitting its debt ceiling is a $1tn coin! In this ep, Ed & Ben discuss the unfolding economic problem & why this particular solution might be very good news for Bitcoin. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And In…
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Checkmate, Lead On-Chain Analyst with Glassnode, joins Ed & Ben to chat Bitcoin as a hedge against inflation, the rise in institutional investment, the Bitcoin halving & what to expect from BTC this year. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinas…
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This week Ben & Ed wrap up all the news in this neat little episode - Balaji has burnt $1million in Bitcoin, Coinbase are being sued for privacy violations & Sotheby's are launching their on-chain NFT market place. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagra…
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Lessons from The World's Biggest Crypto Conference
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Decoding Crypto's resident traveller Ben is currently in Austin, Texas for Consensus 2023. It's a huge event with over 15k people in attendance. Ben is saving us the $3k ticket cost & wrapping up his biggest lessons from the conference. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @ben…
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Learning Crypto In 100 Days With Jordan Franklin
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Reckon you could crack crypto in just over 3 months? That's what Jordan Franklin attempted to do. She's known as The Happy Spender on Tiktok & Instagram & is now the Co-Founder of Dear Crypto. Jordan shares her top tips for crypto newbies & everything you need to know about getting up to speed in the space. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his …
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We've seen rallies in meme coins like Pepe Coin, Baby Doge & Doge Coin. So what are meme coins & are they worth having in your portfolio? CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial…
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Why You Should Care About Web3 With Lisa Teh
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There's a lot of hype around Web3, but not many of us actually know what it is or why it's so exciting! This week Ed & Ben are joined by Lisa Teh, she's the Co-Founder of web3 marketing agency Mooning. Lisa's working with some of the biggest brands in the space & she believes web3 is the future of the internet. In this episode Lisa explains what we…
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Aussies Lost $221m To Crypto Scams Last Year, Here's How to Avoid Them
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In this week's news wrap & Ed Ben discuss crypto scams, how T Swift's due diligence protected her from the FTX saga & why SEC Chairman Gary Gensler is having an awful week on Twitter. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau …
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Should you stake your Ethereum to make extra gains? That's the question Ed & Ben are answering today. They talk through the risks, the benefits & all the things you should consider before you jump in. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott…
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The Macroeconomics Of Crypto's Uptick With Matt Willemsen
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We're all riding high on recent price increases, but what's causing this pump? Ed & Ben look behind the numbers with Collective Shift's Head of Research Matt Willemsen & give you some tips on what to keep an eye on when it comes to monitoring the market. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @…
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Ethereum Is Pumping, You Can Now Buy Crypto Through Twitter & FTX Plan A Comeback
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Not kept up with crypto news this week? No worries, we've got your back & a whole bunch has happened. In this episode Ed & Ben get you up to date on the 10% rise for Ethereum, Twitter's new partnership with eToro & whether we could see FTX rise from the ashes. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twit…
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Bitcoin is pumping here's why. Plus, why are a record number of Bitcoins dormant & a word on Elon's latest schemes. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial CREDITS Hosts: Edwina…
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If you became interested in crypto as an investment, you may not know much about the opportunities that blockchain technology is creating for gaming, but it's revolutionising the space & the future of the industry. In this episode, Ed & Ben are joined by Leon who's a Web 3 gamer known as MetaVerse Explorer. They break it down for you & ask whether …
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Ben shares his top tips to make sure you're ready for when things really start to move. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau Nova Podcast's Instagram @novapodcastsofficial Find more great podcasts like this at novapodcast…
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Ben's company democratises crypto education & helps people to invest in crypto in a way that minimises risk. He talks us through the biggest mistakes he sees investors make & the top ones to avoid. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & …
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Company structures are generally pretty boring territory, but just like everything else, crypto & blockchain technology are disrupting them and creating entirely new ways of doing things. One of these ways is called a DAO or a Decentralised Autonomous Organisation - & that’s what we’re going to break down for you today. CREDITS Hosts: Edwina Stott …
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Ben talks us through his best analysis of when we might see this crypto winter thaw. Spoiler alert: it's good news! CREDITS Hosts: Edwina Stott & Ben Simpson Executive Producer: Edwina Stott CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & @bensim…
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Understanding how the Bitcoin network operates is key to your understanding of Bitcoin as a whole. Ben & Ed explain in simple terms how the network operates & why it's core to understanding Bitcoin's unique value. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram…
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Interest Rates, Inflation & Crypto Explained with eToro's Josh Gilbert
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We take a macroeconomic deep dive with Josh Gilbert, taking it right back to basics we break down what interest rates are, what inflation is & how they affect the crypto markets. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find us on Twitter: @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau And Instagram @edwinastott & @bensimpsonau Nova …
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What Do Interest Rate Rises Mean For Crypto?
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Ed & Ben wrap up the weeks news for you in this episode. They talk about the impact of US interest rate hikes on crypto, the growing pushback against CBDCs in the US, why french influencers may be band from promoting crypto & whether Bitcoin will really reach $1m in 90 days. CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or …
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One of the main misconceptions around Bitcoin is that it's not backed by anything. Ed & Ben explain why that's not true & discuss the differences between how BTC & traditional currency is backed. CREDITS Hosts: Edwina Stott & Ben Simpson Executive Producer: Edwina Stott CONNECT WITH US You can find Ben and his team at Collective Shift here Or find …
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