GOAT TALES #20
Renee Lodens - Entrepreneur & Consultant
18 APRIL 2025, WRITTEN BY JACKIE BARON
Admirable Traits: Teenagers (tweens) often teach us more about life than we realise. What's one thing you admire most about your teen son, or what have you learned from him that's been surprisingly profound?
I named my son after my late Dad, and all others I know with the same name, because I have never met a bad one. As it turns out, my son is one of the kindest souls I’ve ever met. He’s patient, gentle, and has an unshakable moral compass. His gut instincts are spot on, and he moves through life as a quiet observer.
Teen-Inspired Innovation: Has your teen son ever given you a business idea or insight that was so brilliant it made you think, "Why didn't I think of that?" What was it, and how did it influence your business??
My son is very entrepreneurial and has encouraged me for years to start a business using essential oils - something we both love. Initially, I didn’t give it much thought, but now we’re fully immersed in bringing the idea to life. He’s crafted the entire vision around our Greek ancestry, and it’s my role to help make it a reality. It’s turned into an unexpected yet exciting side hustle which will hopefully come to life later this year.
Shared Passions: What's an activity or hobby you love doing together with your teen son that brings out the 'cool' in both of you, Neon Goat style?
Cooking with my son is a shared passion. He has a natural flair for food, a strong presence in the kitchen, and a love for special family recipes. He is always involved - and adds his own special touch to every meal.
Time-Travel Tips: If you could step into a time machine and visit your teenage self, what cheeky piece of advice would you give yourself about navigating the future, especially knowing what you do now about business and life?
Embrace every challenge, because resilience will be your greatest asset. Work hard, trust your instincts, and don’t waste time on things you don’t find joy in.Nobody is going to save you - so back yourself, always.
Navigating the Teen Terrain: Teens are known for their mood swings and monosyllabic responses. What's your secret to getting your teen son to open up and engage in meaningful conversations, especially about life and your business?
Bedtime often leads to the most meaningful conversations.
Renee Lodens is a seasoned entrepreneur and business consultant with over 25 years of experience. After a number of years leading a high-performing team in Residential Sales, she founded Renegade Consulting Group, where she helps real estate professionals build successful businesses by focusing on strategy, structure, and accountability. Having lived in Greece and Singapore, Renee has found home in North Bondi with her two children and their dog, Ralph.
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