

Australian Business Podcast
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Australian Business Podcast is Australia's top business podcast for people building, managing and leading a successful small business in Australia.Hosted by Zara McGuffie, CEO of Inflection, and Jordan Kidis, co-founder of Grey Space Advisory, whether you're drawing a small business plan on a serviette, have a growing side hustle, you run a business with 10 employees or 100, the Australian Business Podcast will teach you how to grow, manage, market and steer your business to success.The Australian Business Podcast will help you grow your business faster, take advantage of industry change and opportunities, and identify strategies to make you more profitable.Hosted by Owen Rask, founder of The Rask Group; plus Jordan Kidis & Danil Goloubev, co-founders at Grey Space Advisory, and Zara McGuffie, CEO of Inflection Marketing. You can take our free business course on Rask by following this link: https://bit.ly/3B9XekpOwen's top Australian Business Podcast resources:
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⚠️ General information, tax & legal warning ⚠️The information in this podcast is general information only. That means, the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. The Rask Group Pty Ltd is not a licensed tax agent or law firm. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser, tax agent and/or lawyer, who can provide you with personalised advice, tax advice and legal advice. Please read The Rask Group's Terms & Conditions and Financial Services Guide on our website before acting on the information in this podcast.
Australian Business Podcast - landing page
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Inflection community
Free business course
⚠️ General information, tax & legal warning ⚠️The information in this podcast is general information only. That means, the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. The Rask Group Pty Ltd is not a licensed tax agent or law firm. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser, tax agent and/or lawyer, who can provide you with personalised advice, tax advice and legal advice. Please read The Rask Group's Terms & Conditions and Financial Services Guide on our website before acting on the information in this podcast.
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Oct 22, 2023 • 41min
4 SEO secrets any business can use & how to start a prawn farm
Owen Rask shares 5 of his SEO secrets that any business can use to grow online, including how to optimise blog posts, upload new files, images, podcasts and content. Plus, Jordan shares why it's important to avoid cold-calling SEO emails and much more.Click here send Jordan, Danil and Owen a question to answer on air. Just select “The Australian Business Podcast” when prompted: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00Lots of resourcesAsk a question: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSThe information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial advice only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms & Conditions and Financial Services Guide before using this website.GET IN TOUCH (below)Ask a question: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSFree business course: https://bit.ly/rask-biz-courseOwen Rask's business coaching: https://bit.ly/coach-owenThis Australian Business Podcast Episode is for founders, business owners and investors in private companies. Join 2,300+ students in our free business course!If you liked this episode, don’t forget to consider taking our free business course and tuning into the Australian Business Podcast episode one, in which I shared my journey.Love the Australian Business Podcast? Let me know about it by leaving a review on Apple or Spotify. If you want to help me out with the course, right now the best thing you can do is subscribe and review this podcast in Apple or Spotify. Please use the “Ask a question” menu link on the Rask websites, or leave your questions in the Apple Reviews.✅ Grey Space Advisory – accounting today for a smarter tomorrowDo you get stuck worrying about your business’ finances? Or what needs to be paid to ATO, employees, Super funds and so on? The Australian Business Podcast is proud to announce that our sponsor, Grey Space Advisory, is offering all business owners a financial health check.Jordan and Danil’s expert team of accountants will conduct a review of your tax structure, bank set-up, ATO obligations and reporting, business insurance and provide some advice on how to manage all of this — for just $99! Book a $99 business health check with the Grey Space Advisory team and tell them Owen sent you.☕️ Rumble Coffee Roasters — our OG sponsor & coffee genius!Rumble Coffee Roasters is dedicated to helping you drink better coffee. Knock-out blends, world-class single origins, bold espressos and flavour-filled filter roasts. Rumble Coffee prides itself on personal relationships with producers and customers alike. Tell them Rask sent you. ***The information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial and tax information only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser or tax agent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 19, 2023 • 20min
Top business tools you should be using
Australian Business Podcast cohosts Jordan Kidis and Danil Goloubev will discuss the essentialtypes of software you need in your business.What you'll learn: Accounting software Payment Collection Productivity tools Workflow tools Marketing software📧 Head over here send Jordan, Danil and Owen a question to answer on air. Just select “The Australian Business Podcast” when prompted: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00👀 New here? Subscribe for weekly shows! Subscribe to the Australian Business Podcast on all major platforms. We release episodes weekly!💻 Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSThe information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial, tax and legal information only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser, lawyer or accountant who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms & Conditions and Financial Services Guide before using this website.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 14, 2023 • 24min
How do I reward staff with equity? How can I get investors for my business? What insurance do I need?
In this question-and-answer episode of The Australian Business Podcast, your co-hosts Jordan Kidis and Danil Goloubev tell you what to look for when rewarding your staff with equity in a business. How do I get investors in my business when the banks say no. What insurances do I need in my business?📧 Head over here send Jordan, Danil and Owen a question to answer on air. Just select “The Australian Business Podcast” when prompted: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00👀 New here? Subscribe for weekly shows! Subscribe to the Australian Business Podcast on all major platforms. We release episodes weekly!💻 Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSThe information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial, tax and legal information only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser, lawyer or accountant who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms & Conditions and Financial Services Guide before using this website.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 12, 2023 • 27min
5 questions you need to be asking your accountant.
Australian Business Podcast co hosts Jordan Kidis and Danil Goloubev will discuss questions you should be asking your accountant. Often the relationship with your accountant is reactive, these questions will help you get on the front foot. Send us your questions below and we'll answer them during our weekly Q&A!What questions should you be asking?What tax planning strategies do you recommend for optimising my business's financial position?This question can help you understand the accountant's expertise in tax planning and their ability to provide proactive advice to minimise tax liabilities while staying compliant with tax laws.How can I improve my cash flow management, and what key financial indicators should I monitor regularly?This question focuses on the accountant's ability to provide insights beyond basic bookkeeping, demonstrating their understanding of cash flow dynamics and their capability to guide you on monitoring crucial financial metrics.What changes in the current tax laws or regulations could impact my business, and how can we stay ahead of them?This question shows that you are interested in staying compliant and up-to-date with the latest financial regulations. It also assesses the accountant's awareness of the current tax landscape and their commitment to keeping their clients informed.How can I optimise my business structure for tax efficiency and overall financial performance?Understanding the accountant's approach to structuring businesses for optimal financial outcomes can provide valuable insights into their strategic thinking and ability to tailor financial solutions to your specific needs.What technology or software solutions do you recommend for streamlining our accounting processes and improving efficiency?This question gauges the accountant's familiarity with modern accounting tools and technology. Their response can provide insights into their commitment to leveraging technological advancements for efficient financial management.📧 Head over here send Jordan, Danil and Owen a question to answer on air. Just select “The Australian Business Podcast” when prompted: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00👀 New here? Subscribe for weekly shows! Subscribe to the Australian Business Podcast on all major platforms. We release episodes weekly!💻 Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSThe information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial, tax and legal information only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser, lawyer or accountant who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms & Conditions and Financial Services Guide before using this website.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 5, 2023 • 34min
Navigating business structures miniseries: Trusts
Australian Business Podcast co hosts Jordan Kidis and Danil Goloubev will hold episode 3 of the miniseries of business structuring. In this episode of the series we will cover all things trusts. Send us through any structure related questions in the link below!What you'll learn:
An introduction to the legal structures of a trust
Whos responsible for what
The different types of trusts
Some of the tax considerations
The set up of a trust
How they are used
What are the benefits
📧 Head over here send Jordan, Danil and Owen a question to answer on air. Just select “The Australian Business Podcast” when prompted: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00👀 New here? Subscribe for weekly shows! Subscribe to the Australian Business Podcast on all major platforms. We release episodes weekly!💻 Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSThe information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial, tax and legal information only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser, lawyer or accountant who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms & Conditions and Financial Services Guide before using this website.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 28, 2023 • 28min
Navigating business structures miniseries: Partnerships & Joint Ventures
Australian Business Podcast co-hosts Jordan Kidis and Danil Goloubev will hold episode 2 of the miniseries on business structuring. In this episode of the series, we will cover all things partnerships and joint ventures. Send us through any structure related questions in the link below!What you'll learn:
The different types of partnerships
What goes into setting up a partnership
Advantages of partnerships
Disadvantages of partnerships
What is a joint venture
📧 Head over here send Jordan, Danil and Owen a question to answer on air. Just select “The Australian Business Podcast” when prompted: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00👀 New here? Subscribe for weekly shows! Subscribe to the Australian Business Podcast on all major platforms. We release episodes weekly!💻 Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSThe information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial, tax and legal information only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser, lawyer or accountant who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms & Conditions and Financial Services Guide before using this website.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 27, 2023 • 45min
📚 Buying Happiness: Learn to invest your time and money better with Kate Campbell [CROSS POST]
Do you want to invest your time and money better?Then listen to THIS episode.Owen Rask interviews host of The Australian Finance Podcast and brand new author, Kate Campbell, about her book, Buying Happiness: Learn to invest your time and money better.Kate discusses her journey into investing, why she wrote a book on money and happiness, how our community is boosting their happiness and some practical ways you can use your money and time to improve your life right now.📚 Enjoyed this episode? You'll love Kate's book, Buying Happiness, which you can order on Booktopia or Amazon.🎟️ We're going on the road from September - October 2023; get your tickets here!***📧 Head over here send Jordan, Danil and Owen a question to answer on air. Just select “The Australian Business Podcast” when prompted: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00👀 New here? Subscribe for weekly shows! Subscribe to the Australian Business Podcast on all major platforms. We release episodes weekly!💻 Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSThe information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial, tax and legal information only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser, lawyer or accountant who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms & Conditions and Financial Services Guide before using this website.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 23, 2023 • 43min
9 easy ways to research a business idea & how Google SEO works
In this Australian Business Podcast episode, your co-hosts JordanKidis, DanilGoloubev & OwenRask tell you how SEO works for business, 9ways to research a business idea before getting lost, and how GST on overseas invoices actually works. Send us your business questions for this weekend’s episode Anyone can send us questions… that means you!9 ways to research a business idea:1. Research & study is important - discover the 10,000-hour rule by Malcolm Gladwell2. What's your why?3. Get your personal financial situation/life admin sorted before starting4. Find the 5 best competitors or brands you admire, and steal at least 1 thing from them5. Identify your target audience -- write down your customer avatar6. Where will you meet your customers? What platforms do they use? What's their 'intent' when finding businesses like yours? (e.g. why do they need you >> "5 cooking recipes" >> means they could be looking for businesses offering cooking classes)7. Get a bank account, domain name (e.g. Go Daddy or Crazy Domains) and logo (e.g. fiverr)8. Know the 3 ways your business will die (risks & how to overcome them)9. Send us your questions!***📧 Head over here send Jordan, Danil and Owen a question to answer on air. Just select “The Australian Business Podcast” when prompted: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00👀 New here? Subscribe for weekly shows! Subscribe to the Australian Business Podcast on all major platforms. We release episodes weekly!💻 Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSThe information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial, tax and legal information only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser, lawyer or accountant who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms & Conditions and Financial Services Guide before using this website.Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 21, 2023 • 27min
Navigating business structures miniseries: Sole trader
Australian Business Podcast cohosts Jordan Kidis and Danil Goloubev will kick of a miniseries of business structuring. In this series they will cover, sole trader, partnerships & Joint Ventures, Trusts & companies.What you'll learn: - Sole trader business structure- What is an ABN- Business name registration- When GST applies- Sole trader & tax implications- Liability- Record keeping- SuperannuationLots of resourcesRask Events Roadshow: https://www.rask.com.au/roadAsk a question: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSThe information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial advice only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms & Conditions and Financial Services Guide before using this website.GET IN TOUCH (below)Rask Events Roadshow: https://www.rask.com.au/roadAsk a question: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSFree business course: https://bit.ly/rask-biz-courseOwen Rask's business coaching: https://bit.ly/coach-owenThis Australian Business Podcast Episode is for founders, business owners and investors in private companies. Join 2,300+ students in our free business course!If you liked this episode, don’t forget to consider taking our free business course and tuning into the Australian Business Podcast episode one, in which I shared my journey.Love the Australian Business Podcast? Let me know about it by leaving a review on Apple or Spotify. If you want to help me out with the course, right now the best thing you can do is subscribe and review this podcast in Apple or Spotify. Please use the “Ask a question” menu link on the Rask websites, or leave your questions in the Apple Reviews.✅ Grey Space Advisory – accounting today for a smarter tomorrowDo you get stuck worrying about your business’ finances? Or what needs to be paid to ATO, employees, Super funds and so on? The Australian Business Podcast is proud to announce that our sponsor, Grey Space Advisory, is offering all business owners a financial health check.Jordan and Danil’s expert team of accountants will conduct a review of your tax structure, bank set-up, ATO obligations and reporting, business insurance and provide some advice on how to manage all of this — for just $99! Book a $99 business health check with the Grey Space Advisory team and tell them Owen sent you.☕️ Rumble Coffee Roasters — our OG sponsor & coffee genius!Rumble Coffee Roasters is dedicated to helping you drink better coffee. Knock-out blends, world-class single origins, bold espressos and flavour-filled filter roasts. Rumble Coffee prides itself on personal relationships with producers and customers alike. Tell them Rask sent you. ***The information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial and tax information only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser or tax agent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 16, 2023 • 38min
Q&A: Top 3 most profitable side hustles, how tradies can market & more!
In this question-and-answer episode of The Australian Business Podcast, your co-hosts Jordan Kidis, Danil Goloubev & Owen Rask reveal the top 3 side hustles, how to get insurance, and the most effective ways a tradie can market their business. Send us your business questions for this weekend’s episodeAnyone can send us questions… that means you! Click here send Jordan, Danil and Owen a question to answer on air. Just select “The Australian Business Podcast” when prompted: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00New here? Subscribe for weekly shows! Subscribe to the Australian Business Podcast on all major platforms. We release episodes weekly!Lots of resourcesRask Events Roadshow: https://www.rask.com.au/roadAsk a question: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSThe information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial advice only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. In addition, you should obtain and read the product disclosure statement (PDS) before making a decision to acquire a financial product. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser who can provide you with personal financial product advice. Please read our Terms & Conditions and Financial Services Guide before using this website.GET IN TOUCH (below)Rask Events Roadshow: https://www.rask.com.au/roadAsk a question: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00Grey Space website: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWSFree business course: https://bit.ly/rask-biz-courseOwen Rask's business coaching: https://bit.ly/coach-owenThis Australian Business Podcast Episode is for founders, business owners and investors in private companies. Join 2,300+ students in our free business course!If you liked this episode, don’t forget to consider taking our free business course and tuning into the Australian Business Podcast episode one, in which I shared my journey.Love the Australian Business Podcast? Let me know about it by leaving a review on Apple or Spotify. If you want to help me out with the course, right now the best thing you can do is subscribe and review this podcast in Apple or Spotify. Please use the “Ask a question” menu link on the Rask websites, or leave your questions in the Apple Reviews.✅ Grey Space Advisory – accounting today for a smarter tomorrowDo you get stuck worrying about your business’ finances? Or what needs to be paid to ATO, employees, Super funds and so on? The Australian Business Podcast is proud to announce that our sponsor, Grey Space Advisory, is offering all business owners a financial health check.Jordan and Danil’s expert team of accountants will conduct a review of your tax structure, bank set-up, ATO obligations and reporting, business insurance and provide some advice on how to manage all of this — for just $99! Book a $99 business health check with the Grey Space Advisory team and tell them Owen sent you.☕️ Rumble Coffee Roasters — our OG sponsor & coffee genius!Rumble Coffee Roasters is dedicated to helping you drink better coffee. Knock-out blends, world-class single origins, bold espressos and flavour-filled filter roasts. Rumble Coffee prides itself on personal relationships with producers and customers alike. Tell them Rask sent you. ***The information on this website and in our podcasts is general financial and tax information only. That means, the advice does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the advice is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on the information. If you don’t know what your needs are, you should consult a trusted and licensed financial adviser or tax agent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


