Josh is also Coordinator and Media Technician at Fred Media (WTFN).
1. What did you study at RMIT and what attracted you to that program?
Funnily enough, it was film and TV! Specifically, the Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media. The course covered everything from ideation to execution, and delivery, which is what attracted me. I could see it was going to give me a perfect and well-rounded overview to tackle any creative endeavour.
2. What is your business all about?
Grouse Studio is about bringing people together. We specialise in small group classes that fit all types of people at any stage in their fitness journey. Bringing like-minded people together is at the core, because when you can do it together, you’re more likely to succeed.
3. Where do you see your business in 10 years’ time?
Honestly, just thriving exactly where it is. There are plans for expanding our reach online, re-doing our brick & mortar space, but honestly, I don’t want it to get huge. Keeping the focus local, and small means we can make a big impact and change those closest to us.
4. How has studying at RMIT prepared you to run your business?
I think I got a little lucky picking my career and course. Digital media and content are on the rise, and I don’t think it’s stopping any time soon. The core principles I learned at RMIT are still with me, and I practise them daily in running my business and planning the future.
5. What advice would you have offered yourself when you first started your business?
Only being a year in, I feel like I’m still there. There’s a lot of uncertainty, a lot of a work, and a lot of worry. So, my advice is really just for right now: be patient – great things take time.
6. When did you become passionate about fitness?
I photographed a gym owners wedding, and I found out his gym was located pretty close to me, so I started going to his gym. I then became certified as a trainer and started working there as an instructor and doing all the media. And now, I own the space! It’s come full circle and I’m getting the opportunity to see if my vision is really as good as I think. But at the heart of it all, I am passionate about this industry because I think we’re losing touch with our natural instincts. The more we work, the harder life gets to balance. And I pride myself on being able to lead Grouse, work full time, and still be healthy and in shape. I don’t have all day to work on my health, I get just as much time as everyone else. I am a walking example that it’s possible, and I think why my coaching packs a punch – it’s real.
