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others it becomes far more
rewarding than a job.
What’s something your
daughters taught you
either in business or in life?
My girls have taught me
different things throughout
the 11-year journey but
most importantly that not
everything has to be perfect.
I am a perfectionist and very
driven by goals and growth,
so they remind me that we
still need to celebrate the little
milestones even when targets
are not met. This has been a
valuable lesson in business
and in life. They have also
taught me the power of fresh
ideas and the willingness to
try new things, being open to
change and evolving with the
next generation.
With myself, my husband
and both girls working in the
business 昀椀nding balance is not
something we (or I mainly)
have not always done well,
especially in the irst initial
years when the business was
building. But over time we
have learnt to set boundaries
and when we don’t, they are
very quick at reminding me!!
What advice would you give
other mothers balancing
business and family?
Celebrating every milestone
or goal reached as a family,
whether it be a dinner out or
a yearly family holiday to turn
off and recharge.
Remembering that the
example you set through
your passion, resilience and
empowering the team and
members is the greatest
lesson you can give them.
TALYSE & BRIANNA RIMMER
What’s something you admire most about
your mum as both a mother and a leader?
What we admire most about mum is her
determination and the standard she holds.
She is incredibly driven and never settles
for average, which is a big part of why
Fernwood Woonona is what it is today.
She has a real ability to turn ideas into
action - and she does it exceptionally well.
She always makes sure she is bringing her
team along with her and making sure they
understand her vision too. She does the
exact same for our family. If there is a way
she can help, support, contribute, or push
us forward, she does it. She always makes
sure we are aiming high and not settling
for less than what we're capable of.
What have you learned from watching her
run her business?
Leadership is about example. The way
you show up, the way you work, and
the standards you hold set the tone for
everything around you.
It has de昀椀nitely shown us that you can't
ask for more from others than you're
willing to give yourself, and that great
leadership is about being consistent and
genuinely invested in the people around
you. Especially in women's health and
昀椀tness, that means showing up every
day for your members and your team.
She has worked so hard on creating an
environment they feel supported in and
always striving to do better.
This is something we really admire and it
has had a big in昀氀uence on how we lead and
how we show up for others.
What’s one lesson/ piece of advice from
your mum that you think every woman
should hear?
1. Don't ask for permission, ask for
forgiveness- Don't be scared to bring
your ideas to life, take initiative and
never miss an opportunity!
2. Instagram it
