In this Australian Business Podcast episode, Jordan Kidis and Zara McGuffie discuss the impact of one of the most influential business books of all time: Good to Great by Jim Collins on the Australian Business landscape. This will discuss what separates great companies from the rest and how the principles of this can be applied to smaller businesses to build lasting success.
Topics covered today:
– Breaking free from complacency
– Building winning teams
– How discipline creates momentum
– When to use technology for business growth
– What are Jordan’s key takeaways from leading his business
Resources for this episode
– Free community: https://community.inflection.au/c/say-hello/
– Join our Q&A in March: https://community.inflection.au/c/say-hello/
– Ask a question (select the Business podcast): https://bit.ly/R-quest
Rask Resources
Inflection community: https://community.rask.com.au
All services: https://bit.ly/R-services
Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan
Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest
Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes
Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest
DISCLAIMER: 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
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Betashares founder Alex Vynokur: from zero to $50 billion & beyond
In this episode of The Australian Finance Podcast, your host Owen Rask chats with Alex Vynokur, founder and CEO of Betashares. Together, they explore:
– How Alex started Betashares (mortgaging his home and starting a family)
– Why he believes investing must become easier and more engaging
– How Betashares Direct and tech are democratising access to wealth
– Insights on leadership, culture, superannuation, and financial education
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Topics Covered
– The origin story of Betashares
– Challenges and personal risks Alex faced starting out
– How feedback and humility shape product development
– Key product success stories (like NDQ, QUS)
– Lessons learned from mistakes and product changes
– The role of Betashares Direct in long-term investing
– Open architecture & reducing friction for investors
– Why superannuation must evolve & be owned
– Trends in housing, investing & retirement wealth
– Betashares’ cultural values and leadership style
– Financial education as a pillar of growth
Resources for this episode
📄 Learn more about Betashares Direct:
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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 unsure, 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
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Less staff, more tech and happier customers: How @Pilates reinvented fitness
In this Australian Business Podcast episode, your host Zara McGuffie sits down with Tara Jarrett, co-founder of @Pilates, to unpack how their 24/7, tech-driven business model disrupted the fitness industry, with a leaner and highly profitable ROI.
If you like this episode, you’ll love the series. Don’t forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.
Topics covered today:
– The genesis of @Pilates and its unique business model
– How to prioritise technology for a more profitable business
– How tech-driven, instructor-free classes lead to a more personalised experience
– Their left of field launch strategy that drove rapid growth
– How maximising asset utilisation and minimising 'dead time' drives profitability
– Tara's outlook on the future evolution of the fitness industry and technology's role within it
Resources for this episode
– @pilates website
– Meet with Tara
– Ask a question (select the Business podcast)
Rask Resources
Inflection community: https://community.rask.com.au
All services: https://bit.ly/R-services
Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan
Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest
Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes
Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest
DISCLAIMER: 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
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The future of software: Why SaaS is dominating Australian business with Todd Hammington
In this Australian Business Podcast episode, your host Zara McGuffie sits down with Todd Hammington, the visionary founder of Chameleon Creator. Todd pulls back the curtain on how he built a leading e-learning platform that's helping major Aussie players like ANZ, Specsavers, and the NRL transform their training.
If you like this episode, you’ll love the series. Don’t forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.
Topics covered today:
– The shifts in how people learn and what they expect from workplace training today
– The initial spark and problem that inspired the creation of this e-learning software
– The challenges of bridging creative vision with software development
– How major Australian businesses like ANZ, Specsavers, and the NRL are leveraging Chameleon Creator for significant benefits and cost savings
– Unique insights into the Australian B2B SaaS market and advice for local tech companies
– Predictions for the future of e-learning and L&D trends
Resources for this episode:
– Chameleon Creator website
– Todd Hammington LinkedIn
– Ask a question (select the Business podcast)
Rask Resources
Inflection community: https://community.rask.com.au
All services: https://bit.ly/R-services
Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan
Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest
Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes
Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest
DISCLAIMER: 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
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Setbacks into slingshots: Financial resilience in life and business
In this Australian Business Podcast episode, your host Zara McGuffie sits down with Gemma Mitchell, money coach and author of The Money Reset, to talk all things financial resilience and bouncing back after life knocks you sideways.
Gemma is also the co-host of The Australian Finance Podcast and brings two decades of experience helping everyday Aussies turn financial setbacks into powerful comebacks.
If you like this episode, you’ll love the series. Don’t forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.
Topics covered today:
– Meet Gemma Mitchell: her story, her 'aha!' moment, and what led her to help others reset their finances
– What exactly is The Money Reset and why it’s not just another finance book
– “What feels like a setback is often your slingshot” – how Gemma reframes hard times for growth
– The biggest traps small business owners fall into (and how to avoid them)
– A sneak peek into her 12-step reset framework and the 2–3 steps that move the needle fastest
– Why buffers – both financial and emotional – matter more than we think
– One small move you can make this week to get back in control
– Where to buy the book (hint: pre-orders help it land in more bookstores!)
Resources for this episode
– Pre-Order Gemma’s book on Amazon
– Pre-Order Gemma’s book on Booktopia
– Gemma’s Instagram
– Ask a question (select the Business podcast)
Rask Resources
Inflection community: https://community.rask.com.au
All services: https://bit.ly/R-services
Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan
Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest
Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes
Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest
DISCLAIMER: 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
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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/3B9Xekp
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