Australian Business Podcast

• The hidden costs (and gold) of writing a book

  In this special episode of the Australian Business Podcast, Drew Meredith (Wattle Partners, host of the Australian Retirement Podcast, and author of The Golden Years) is joined by Gemma Mitchell (host of the Australian Finance Podcast and author of the upcoming The Money Reset). Together, Drew and Gemma dive into the idea of writing a book as a business strategy. They share why they each decided to write, what the process really looks like, and the unexpected opportunities a book can create. From publisher-led projects to self-publishing paths, they explore the costs, the challenges, and the wins along the way. Whether you’ve ever thought about writing a book yourself, or you’re curious about how a book can elevate your brand, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look from two people who’ve done it. In this episode we cover: – Why a book can be a powerful business strategy – The writing and publishing process: lessons learned – Insights into the costs (time, money, and energy) – Opportunities that flow from publishing a book – Comparing publishing options: traditional vs self-published – Examples of how others have used books to build business success Subscribe for weekly episodes on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Resources for this episode Order Gemma’s book on Amazon Order Drew’s book Ask a question (select the Business podcast) Rask Resources Inflection community All services Financial Planning Invest with us Access Show Notes Ask a question We love feedback! Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Turning Honey Into Millions: The Story Behind Flow Hive’s Global Buzz

  Cedar Anderson is the inventor behind Flow Hive, the world-famous beekeeping innovation that raised over $12M in crowdfunding and changed how honey is harvested forever. In this Australian Business Podcast episode, host Gemma Mitchell sits down with Cedar to explore how a simple shed experiment with his dad became a global movement, the challenges of scaling a purpose-driven business, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. If you like this episode, you’ll love the series. Subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Cedar Andeson from Flow Hive talks about: - The moment Cedar realised there had to be a better way to harvest honey- How Flow Hive’s first prototypes came to life in a backyard shed- The $12M crowdfunding campaign that shook up the beekeeping world- The biggest challenges of scaling from inventors to a global brand- Balancing purpose with profit while donating millions to pollinator projects- Cedar’s lessons for founders launching their own big ideas Resources for this episode - Honey Flow website - 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Micro cap private companies: it’s f#%king hard (ft. Leigh Gant)

  This episode was originally featured on The Australian Investors Podcast. In this Australian Business Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Leigh Gant discuss: – How Leigh transitioned from fitness businesses to investing in private companies – What makes a business worth buying and what can go wrong – How Australians can get started in private market investing – Lessons learned from his first 12 months as a business buyer Join the conversation about private companies: https://community.rask.com.au/c/investing/buying-private-companies-is-f-ing-hard If you love learning about private equity and small business investing, subscribe to the Australian Business Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered – Leigh’s journey from gym owner to investor – Buying a private business vs. starting from scratch – Key lessons learned from operating a business post-acquisition – What no one tells you about vendor financing, due diligence, and being “on the tools” Resources for This Episode ⁠– Leigh's LinkedIn⁠ Chapters (approximate) (00:00) Introduction (01:38) Getting to Know Leigh (09:02) Leigh's Inspiration to Choose Private Markets (13:24) Where to Start (16:11) Range of Capital Needed to Plan The Space (19:52) Is $100k Enough to Start? (21:44) What Leigh Was Doing in Due Diligence Phase (25:09) Small & Medium Business Stats (29:08) Next Step (IM) (31:00) Documents Leigh Looked At (32:57) Tax Structures (33:57) Loans (39:27) Valuations (42:31) How Did The Business Go? (51:56) More Resources ~~ Rask Resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Business Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest 📲 Follow us on social media: – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it. If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg #Investing #PrivateEquity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• How to scale without burning out – sustainable growth strategies

  In this Australian Business Podcast episode, Jordan Kidis and Danil Goloubev talk about how you can combat business scaling burnout, what the signs to look out for and what you can do to ensure that you are scaling in a sustainable way. Topics covered today: 1. Burnout in Early Scaling 2. 4 Pillars of Sustainable Scaling 3. Anti Burnout Tactics Resources mentioned in this episode: Free community: https://community.inflection.au/c/say-hello/ Join our Q&A in March: https://community.inflection.au/c/say-hello/ Book in your Meeting: https://calendly.com/gsadvisory/30min 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 #business #motivational Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Scaling up – key systems every growing Aussie business needs

  In this Australian Business Podcast episode, Jordan Kidis and Danil Goloubev discuss the importance of having strong systems to help you when you are scaling. This ranges from Financial Systems to your Customer Services Systems and how these impact your business moving forward and your team. Topics covered today: – Why systems matter – 5 key system areas – What are the common system gaps Chapters (approximate) (00:00) Introduction (03:15) How to do a Business Health Check (04:17) Do the Same Systems Scale? (06:31) Why Do Systems Matter For Scaling? (07:00) Tax Deadlines & Compliance Updates (07:35) Instant Asset Write-off (07:38) Link Between Systems and Increase of Value (09:41) Profits and Fees (11:30) What is a BAS and PAYG? (11:33) 1. Financial Systems (13:19) Superannuation (15:29) Payment Plans (16:37) 2. Operational Systems (17:23) Review Your Cash Flow (17:59) 3. Workflow Management Systems (19:12) 4. CRM Systems (20:44) 5. HR Systems (26:03) 3 Tips for a Strong Financial Year Resources mentioned in this episode: Free community: https://community.inflection.au/c/say-hello/ Join our Q&A in March: https://community.inflection.au/c/say-hello/ Book in your Meeting: https://calendly.com/gsadvisory/30min 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 #business #motivational Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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