Show Notes
In this episode, I sit down with Jackson Edwards, founder of JT Visuals, to unpack the real story behind how he went from earning $300 a week to confidently running a creative agency with over $20K in monthly payroll. Jackson opens up about his childhood dream of becoming a professional AFL player, a plan he mapped out at 14, and the identity shift that came when life didn’t unfold the way he expected. We talk about how he pivoted into PT, why he intentionally charged less to learn the ropes, and how a simple YouTube vlog series sparked what would later become his full-time photography and videography business. He shares the moment he realised he could build something bigger, how filming his own footy “game day vlogs” grew into a passion, and how watching his partner Tori (@ttorisstory) be let down by a photographer pushed him to finally take the leap. Jackson’s story is a masterclass in compound effort, grind, persistence and choosing to back yourself even when the path doesn’t look clear yet. We dive into: How a failed AFL career became the catalyst for a completely new direction
The underrated advantage of charging less early on to build skill and reputation
How JT Visuals grew from $0 to paying $20K+ in payroll every month
The mindset shifts required when money starts flowing in and out of a business
Why passion, consistency and self-belief matter more than perfect timing
This episode is raw, inspiring, and the untold story behind one of the Gold Coast’s fastest-growing creative agencies. CONNECT WITH JACKSON Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jjacksonedwards/ OR https://www.instagram.com/jtvissuals/
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