

The Bottom Line
Alexander Spencer
The Bottom Line is a show designed to help Australian businesses succeed. On the show, you'll hear from leading Aussie business owners as they share the lessons they've learned building their companies. You'll learn from their successes, as well as some of the challenges they've faced along the way. We also talk to experts from a range of fields who share specialised techniques you can use to improve your business. Produced by accounting and business advisory firm Alexander Spencer.
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Nov 27, 2023 • 35min
How building connections with customers online can boost your business
Camille Moore is the Director of Third Eye Insights. Third Eye Insights is a digital design consultancy firm transforming businesses through bespoke strategic marketing advice. In this episode, Camille breaks down how to better utilise social media to share your story, build connections with customers, and add value to your business. She also shares her insights about the surprising similarities between ancient Romans and modern marketing strategies. Resources and links: Third Eye Insights Camille Moore on LinkedIn Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Nov 13, 2023 • 27min
How to build a strong business and when to move on
Andrew Crosby is a Retired Business Owner best known for Blinds Online. Blinds Online is one of Australia’s largest online curtain and blind retailers and was turning over $13 million when he sold the business. In this episode, you’ll hear all about Andrew’s journey from brick-and-mortar stores to bankruptcy before exploring the online retail space. He’ll highlight the importance of doing what you know, surrounding yourself with the right people, and why he thinks everyone should go broke at least once. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Oct 30, 2023 • 36min
The importance of building strong relationships and trusting your team
Patrick Karnezis is the General Manager of Alpha Facilities Group and a former professional AFL player. Before hitting the boardroom, Patrick hit the field with the Brisbane Lions and Collingwood Football Club. In this episode, Patrick reflects on how joining the AFL at a young age changed his life and details his professional journey since retiring from the sport. He also shares how the experience of being a professional athlete has influenced his approach to running Alpha Facilities Group, and the overwhelming importance of building strong relationships with your team. Resources and links: Alpha Facilities Group Patrick Karnezis on LinkedIn Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Oct 16, 2023 • 36min
How to lead purpose-led workplaces
Ben Bars is the Founder and CEO of We Are Unity, a consulting agency with a passion for leveraging purpose, building brands, and improving performance. Ben has worked all over the world, helping businesses define their vision and embed strategy into their culture. In this episode, Ben shares his insights on the core principles of purpose-led workplaces, and their benefits in today's business landscape. He also explores the importance of defining a collective goal, to genuinely excite people and provide direction and meaning. Plus, Ben asks the important question, "What would the world be missing out on if they didn't have you?" Resources and links: We Are Unity website Ben Bars on LinkedIn Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Oct 2, 2023 • 37min
How a podcast could transform your business
Adam Jaffrey is the Founder and Strategy Director of Wavelength Creative, Australia's leading podcast production and growth agency. In this episode, Adam shares his journey from the world of advertising to the creation of Wavelength Creative, and explains the unique story of creating one of their most successful podcasts, "Saving Apollo 13". He also explores what branded content is, and why it's so important for small and medium-sized businesses. Plus, Adam debunks some of the most common myths about podcasting. Resources and links: Wavelength Creative website Adam Jaffrey on LinkedIn Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Sep 18, 2023 • 26min
What happens when business partners can't agree
Greg Thomas is a Commercial Lawyer and Director at Velocity Legal, a boutique law firm focused on private businesses, business owners, and family groups. In this episode, Greg explains the key factors to consider before entering a business partnership. He shares the main reasons business partners decide to leave a partnership, and explores the different mechanisms for resolving disputes. Plus, Greg breaks down the importance of a well-drafted shareholder's agreement, and the differences that it can make in mitigating risk. Resources and links: Greg Thomas on LinkedIn Velocity Legal website Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Sep 4, 2023 • 34min
How to stop working "in" your business and start working "on" your business
Darren Bourke is a Business Coach for small businesses, and the author of "The Fourth Moon". You may remember Darren from his appearance on our previous episode, "The biggest challenges businesses are facing post COVID-19". In this episode, Darren shares the inspiration behind writing his book, and what the journey was like in completing "The Fourth Moon". He'll also share some key insights from the book, about the significance of strategy, implementation, maintenance, and leverage, in achieving sustainable growth whilst keeping a team engaged. Resources and links: “The Fourth Moon” by Darren Bourke Darren Bourke on LinkedIn Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Aug 21, 2023 • 17min
Why you should care about your business patents and trademarks
Michael Falk is the Chief Economist at Intellectual Property Australia, the Australian government agency responsible for administering intellectual property rights relating to patents and trademarks. In this episode, Michael explains the importance of IP for businesses and breaks down IP Australia's new trademark checker tool. He also explains the different types of intellectual property, and shares how businesses can leverage IP to generate revenue and increase competitiveness. Resources and links: IP Australia website TM Checker tool Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Aug 7, 2023 • 30min
How to digitise your business
Liz Ward is the Founder and CEO of Navii, a digital marketing education business that helps small business owners with their digital transformation journeys. In this episode, Liz shares how she got into digital business coaching, and what the inspiration was that led her to start Navii. She explains the basics of digitising your business, and how to choose the right tech stack for your business. Plus, Liz shares her insights into the tools all businesses should be learning. Resources and links: Navii website Liz Ward on LinkedIn Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.

Jul 24, 2023 • 18min
How to execute your businesses strategy effectively
Michael Tonkin is the Founder and CEO of Tonka Learning, a global consultancy firm producing sustainable, long-term change across capability, performance, and culture. In this episode, Michael explains how to actually execute a strategy within your business. He'll break down the pitfalls that a company may face in implementing their strategy, and how to address them before it's too late. Plus, Michael explains the importance of culture, and how it connects to the strategy within your business. This episode is part two of our two-part conversation with Michael. Check out our last episode to hear Michael explain what a brand strategy is, and why it’s so important. Resources and links: Michael Tonkin on LinkedIn Tonka Learning website Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.


