Australian Business Podcast

In this episode of The Australian Business Podcast, I — Jordan Kidis — sat down with Zara of Inflection Marketing to answer your questions.These are, by far, our favourite episodes on The Australian Business Podcast because we get to help you start, manage and grow more profitable businesses.Here are the questions asked this week.Sole Trader Tradie askedI’m a sole trader tradie that is looking to put on my first hire or two. Only looking at casual roles at the moment but would like to know how to put on a part-timer if need be.What’s my steps to making this all legitimate with super, tax, sick leave, etc?The Pizza ManI own a mobile wood fired pizza business. I would like to know if you think a weekly/monthly newsletter, keeping people updated as to where we are located, would be of any benefit? Thanks.EliseI run a small ecomm, business, been in operation for 4 years and recently took the plunge into FT work with the business, i do social media but know theres so much more i could be doing - do you have any suggestionsAUSTRALIAN BUSINESS PODCAST RESOURCES Free marketing call with Zara Inflection Accelerator Free Business Owner Community Rask show notes Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all need to use a brokerage account to buy shares & ETFs, but what sets them apart?Owen Rask sits down with Pearler CEO & co-founder Nick Nicolaides to explore why he built Pearler, what sets it apart and his journey to build a platform that makes creating wealth accessible to everyone.Please note: Pearler is a long-term partner on the Australian Finance Podcast.Pearler, the broker for long-term investors. Sign up using code “RASK” for $15 of Pearler Credit: bit.ly/PearlerSeries resources Ask a question: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00 Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Kate's book, Buying Happiness: https://bit.ly/kate-amazon Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-invest Mortgage Broking: https://bit.ly/broke-rask Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Property Coaching: https://bit.ly/R-P-coach 100-point property checklist (PDF): https://bit.ly/prop-check Accounting with Grey Space: http://bit.ly/3DG5lWS Business Coaching: https://bit.ly/o-coach Get 50% off your first two months using PocketSmith: https://bit.ly/R-PocketSmithDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial 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 it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser.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

In this episode of the Australian Business Podcast, we cover key strategies for scaling a small business, including assessing readiness by evaluating financial health, operational efficiency, and customer demand. We discuss finances, focusing on budgeting, funding, and cash flow management, and emphasise the importance of building a strong team through strategic hiring and leadership development. Additionally, we explore leveraging technology to streamline operations and enhance customer relationships, and provide tips for market expansion and effective marketing and sales strategies to support business growth.Topics covered include: Assessing Readiness for Scaling  Finances and Growth Building a Strong Team Leveraging Technology  Expanding your market Marketing and Sales Strategies AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS PODCAST RESOURCES Free marketing call with Zara Inflection Accelerator Free Business Owner Community Rask show notes Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Australian Business Podcast, we take a deep dive into how good time management can lead to increased productivity, reduced stress and a better work life balance.Topics covered include: Understanding Time Management Setting Priorities and Goals Time Management Tools and Techniques  Overcoming Procrastination Delegation and Outsourcing  AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS PODCAST RESOURCES Free marketing call with Zara Inflection Accelerator Free Business Owner Community Rask show notes Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Australian Business Podcast, Jordan & Zara will cover the importance of effective HR management for future growth and business success. Topics covered include: Understanding the Basics of HR Management  Creating a Recruitment Plan Onboarding New Employees Managing Employee Performance Fostering a Positive Work Environment AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS PODCAST RESOURCES Free marketing call with Zara Inflection Accelerator Free Business Owner Community Rask show notes Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Australian Business Podcast, we cover the benefits of accurate financial forecasting in predicting future financial performance.We discuss the benefits of financial forecasting, such as better decision-making, improved financial management and strategic planning.Topics covered include: Understanding Financial Forecasting Types of Financial Forecasting Gathering and Analysing Data Financial Forecasting Methods Creating a Financial Forecast Using Financial Forecasts for Business Planning AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS PODCAST RESOURCES Free marketing call with Zara Inflection Accelerator Free Business Owner Community Rask show notes Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Australian Business Podcast, we take a deep dive into something we speak about often, setting up standard operating procedures. We cover the importance of standard operating procedures for business consistency and efficiency, how it can lead to improved productivity consistency and operations, and easier training for new employeesTopics covered include: Understanding SOPs Identifying key processes Writing effective SOPs Implementing and communicating SOPs Maintaining and updating SOPs Measuring the Impact of SOPs AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS PODCAST RESOURCES Free marketing call with Zara Inflection Accelerator Free Business Owner Community Rask show notes Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Zara McGuffie and Jordan Kidis delve into the essential elements of building a high-converting website for your Australian small business. They discuss the importance of a website as your digital storefront, the key components that drive conversions, optimising for search engines to attract more visitors, creating compelling content that resonates with your target audience, enhancing user experience to keep visitors engaged, and tracking your website's performance to make data-driven improvements.Topics covered include: Why a website is crucial for small businesses  Key elements of a high-converting website Optimising for search engines (SEO) Enhancing user experience (UX) AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS PODCAST RESOURCES Free marketing call with Zara Inflection Accelerator Free Business Owner Community Rask show notes Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Power of Networking, we delve into the importance of building connections for small business growth. We cover various types of networking, from in-person events to online platforms and professional associations, and offer tips on building and maintaining relationships. We also discuss effective networking strategies, such as crafting an elevator pitch, active listening, and leveraging technology. We address common challenges and offer solutions for measuring networking success. Join us as we unlock the power of networking to help your business thrive!Topics covered include: Understanding the Importance of Networking The various forms of networking available to small business owners The importance of developing and nurturing networking relationships Practical strategies for effective networking Addressing common challenges faced in networking and how to overcome them How to evaluate the effectiveness of your networking efforts AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS PODCAST RESOURCES Free marketing call with Zara Inflection Accelerator Free Business Owner Community Rask show notes Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jordan Kidis is back behind the mic with Zara McGuffie, as they dive into the most important questions new business owners need to ask and answer to ensure their business is a success. Topics covered include: When to take the jump into starting your own business How to determine if you can afford to hire someone Low-cost and free marketing ideas to boost your business The importance of social media for service based businesses  Our advice if you want to expand your business AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS PODCAST RESOURCES Free marketing call with Zara Inflection accelerator Rask show notes Access Show Notes Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Rask Core – DIY investing Owen’s FREE investor bootcamp Ask a question Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices