Tom Willis is the Co-founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Lawpath, Australia's number one online legal platform. His passion and dedication led him to be listed as one of B&T's 30 under 30 in 2020, and to become a finalist for Young Marketer of the Year at the 2019 ADMA awards. In today's episode, Tom shares the importance of businesses having the correct legal documentation, and how Lawpath was created to help solve this problem. He'll share the strategies Lawpath used in growing their bu...
Sep 05, 2022•45 min•Ep 34•Transcript available on Metacast Eric Tjoeng is the Founder and CEO of Business Growth and Exit Specialists. Eric is passionate about helping businesses achieve their goals and has years of experience in business strategy, acquisition, and growth, as well as future-proofing and exit planning. In today's episode, Eric breaks down the reasons that every business should be thinking about its exit plans, right from the very beginning. From why you should sort out an exit plan, to what is actually involved in the process of creating...
Aug 22, 2022•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Alex Colvin is the Founder and CEO of Pendula, a company that helps businesses manage, automate, and optimise their customer retention through two-way conversations. Alex manages the vision and mission of the company, and is passionate about showing customers how Pendula can make a significant, positive difference in their customer retention. In today's episode, Alex talks us through all things customer retention. From how having a defined customer retention strategy can help your business succe...
Aug 08, 2022•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sesil Arzadian is the Creative Director at ANTON Jewellery. ANTON is one of Australia's leading high-end jewellers, with a focus on exceptional customer service and quality craftsmanship. From humble beginnings as a family business, ANTON has grown to be a household name whilst still maintaining its strong family values. In today's episode, Sesil explains the importance of building a solid brand, and how to create experiences that'll keep customers coming back. You'll learn how ANTON remains rel...
Jul 25, 2022•30 min•Ep 31•Transcript available on Metacast Briony Kennedy is the Founder and CEO of Adorn Cosmetics. Adorn is an all-natural skincare and makeup brand, that aims to nourish your skin and protect the planet. In today's episode, Briony shares the story of how she got to where she is today, and how she built her business from the ground up. She details the challenges she faced throughout the creation of her business, how her business took off overnight, and why customers love seeing a face behind a brand. Connect: Alexander Spencer website ...
Jul 11, 2022•45 min•Ep 30•Transcript available on Metacast Janahan Kumaralingam is a Partner at Vostro Private Wealth, a financial advisory firm based in Melbourne. Janahan loves helping individuals build their wealth, and secure their future, and he has a wealth of experience in doing so. In today's episode, Janahan introduces us to the various types of risk insurance and explains just how important it is to business owners. Janahan and Sevan also discuss life cover, income protection, and trauma policies. He also helps determine how much cover you sho...
Jun 27, 2022•34 min•Ep 29•Transcript available on Metacast Paul Burness is a Managing Partner at Worrells Solvency & Forensic Accountants, with considerable experience in all forms of Corporate and Personal Insolvency, an area he has worked in since graduating. Paul is passionate about helping businesses through the insolvency process and educating businesses on how the insolvency process works, and when it might be necessary. In today's episode, Paul talks us through what actually happens when a company enters the liquidation process. Paul breaks d...
Jun 13, 2022•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast Edward Alder is a Director of three different companies, including Lloyds Corporate Brokers. Lloyds is a corporate brokerage firm and a recognised leader in business sales, mergers, and acquisitions. Alexander Spender has recently partnered with Lloyds, working together in creating end-to-end solutions for clients looking to sell their businesses. In this episode, Ed explains how businesses are appraised, and what you need to do to get your business ready for sale. He even provides a step-by-ste...
May 30, 2022•38 min•Ep 27•Transcript available on Metacast Simon Ramadi is the co-founder of Slyletica, Australia’s leading agency for athleisure brands. They work with influencers and entrepreneurs looking to turn their creative vision into a world-class fashion label. In today’s episode, Simon shares his business journey, and how Slyetica came to be the brand it is today. We explore the world of e-commerce, and influencers, and discuss the future of technology. You’ll learn about the challenges Simon has overcome throughout thi...
May 16, 2022•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mike Ehrenstein is a named partner of Ehrenstein Sager, a business law firm in South Florida in the United States. As a trial lawyer, Mike prides himself on being a fighter in the courtroom and has represented clients across the globe. In this episode, you'll learn everything you need to know about the legality of business on an international scale, including the common mistakes business owners make when trying to expand globally. Plus, Mike shares his ten essential terms for engaging in interna...
May 02, 2022•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast Celin Gelgec is a clinical psychologist and founder and director of the Melbourne Wellbeing Group, an allied health company that focuses on treating people living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. In the episode, Celin shares how she started her own business, before discussing stress, perfectionism and decision fatigue, emotions that are often felt when running a business. She’ll provide tactical ways to combat these emotions and share the importance of managing your mental health when r...
Apr 18, 2022•35 min•Ep 24•Transcript available on Metacast Carol Fox is the founder of Carol Fox & Co and the co-author of Confident Communication for Leaders. Known as the Confident Communication Expert, Carol has helped thousands of people to be confident in their interactions at work. In the episode, Carol talks about confident communication and why it’s important for all leaders at work too. She shares the four common communication styles, how to improve your body language and tips for effective communication in today's world of emails and...
Apr 04, 2022•40 min•Transcript available on Metacast Mark Wildi is a Tax Partner at Baxter and Co, an accounting firm based in Kent, England. If you're thinking about expanding overseas, then this episode has everything you need to know. In the episode, Mark discusses setting up business in the UK and everything that comes with it. He dives into the nitty gritty – setting up bank accounts, tax reporting requirements and as well as the GST requirements for selling goods and services into the UK. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexa...
Mar 21, 2022•30 min•Ep 22•Transcript available on Metacast This is part 2 of a two-part series with Victoria Pyatt, Director at Launchtwo People. As well as being a specialist recruitment company, Launchtwo People is a certified DISC Consultancy firm. In today’s episode, Victoria continues to unpack the concepts that make up DISC Personality Profiling. You’ll also learn about what personality types work well together in a team, how to alter your personality type to win deals with prospective clients, and how to recognise someone else’s...
Mar 07, 2022•18 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is part 1 of a two-part series with Victoria Pyatt, Director at Launchtwo People. As well as being a specialist recruitment company, Launchtwo People is a certified DISC Consultancy firm. Today, Victoria is here to discuss the concept of DISC Profiling and how it can help you make better hiring decisions. In the episode, you’ll learn about your DISC Personality Profile and how to use this knowledge to your advantage. You’ll also learn about what personality types work well toget...
Mar 07, 2022•32 min•Ep 20•Transcript available on Metacast Today we’re speaking with Warrick Cramer, the Global Director Innovation Strategy at Kyndryl. Throughout his career, Warrick has been an innovator, entrepreneur and strategist. He is the former CEO of Tomorrow Street, Vodafone’s Global Innovation centre. It is here he negotiated the formation of the first partnership between Vodafone and the Luxembourg Government In today’s episode, you’ll hear about Warrick's successful career in technology and innovation. You’ll l...
Feb 21, 2022•42 min•Ep 19•Transcript available on Metacast Tony Giacobbe is the Senior Account Executive at Wilson White Insurance Brokers, a boutique general insurance broking firm here in Melbourne. Tony’s extensive knowledge of all insurance products enables him to identify the very best solution for his clients at competitive pricing without compromising coverage and service. In today's episode, Tony goes on a deep dive into the world of general insurance. He discusses various policies which have saved Aussie businesses, why cyber insurance is...
Feb 07, 2022•32 min•Ep 18•Transcript available on Metacast Denise Zumpe is the Founder & Principal of SafeSense and Workplace Safety Founder & Director of CoR Comply. Denise is a highly experienced workplace safety professional, having worked in the field for over 17 years. In today’s episode, Denise discusses Occupational Health and Safety in the workplace and WorkCover. She outlines the process one must take when a workplace injury occurs, how to manage mental health risk as well as physical, and how not abiding by the correct safety mea...
Jan 24, 2022•35 min•Ep 17•Transcript available on Metacast Tim Ling is a Director at Launch Two Consulting, a business advisory firm that helps clients achieve their goals. In our conversation, we dive deep into the benefits of establishing KPIs and Incentive Schemes in your business. In today's episode, you’ll discover the first thing to do when creating KPIs and Incentive Schemes, how they can benefit staff performance and what can go wrong if you don’t implement them effectively. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander S...
Jan 10, 2022•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is part 2 of our chat with Karim El Bache, Founder and Director of Discovery Group, a health, wellness and fitness brand, committed to inspiring and educating people to be their best, with thousands of successful transformations all over the world. In the last episode, we covered nutrition, sleep and recovery and supplementation. In this episode, Karim discusses all things exercise, mindset and mindfulness, meditation and stress management. He covers the power of meditation and provid...
Dec 27, 2021•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Karim El Bache is the Founder and Director of Discovery Group, a health, wellness and fitness brand. Discovery Group is committed to inspiring and educating people to be their best, with thousands of successful transformations all over the world. In today’s episode, Karim explains the various areas of health and wellbeing and how they each relate to performance in the workplace, as well as the importance of nutrition, sleep and recovery and supplementation. Finally, he busts a few common m...
Dec 13, 2021•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast Emily Wallace is the owner of Emily Wallace Buyer’s Advocate, The Buying Coach, EW Education and the Co-host of My Millennial Property Podcast. As a buyer's advocate, Emily provides an end-to-end service to help level the playing field for buyers and help people purchase their property. From sourcing, inspecting, shortlisting, negotiating and bidding at auction, she does it all! In today’s episode, Emily shares how she grew her business through social media. You’ll learn how sh...
Nov 29, 2021•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast This is part two of our conversation with Sabri Suby, the Founder & Head of Growth at King Kong, the fastest growing digital marketing agency in Australia. This serial entrepreneur has generated $1.33 billion in client revenue and has over 100,000 customers in 135 different countries. In this episode, Sabri explains why you should view your marketing spend as an investment, what digital marketing will look like in the future — and then Sabri opens up the mailbag, and answers questions ...
Nov 15, 2021•25 min•Ep 12•Transcript available on Metacast Sabri Suby is the Founder & Head of Growth at King Kong, the fastest growing digital marketing agency in Australia. This serial entrepreneur has generated $1.33 billion in client revenue and has over 100,000 customers in 135 different countries. In the episode, we discuss what makes a kick-ass marketing agency. You’ll learn about the common mistakes business owners make when engaging in their digital marketing journey, why companies dedicate so little time and money to marketing, and w...
Nov 01, 2021•34 min•Ep 11•Transcript available on Metacast James Lee-Tet is the Managing Director of AS Mortgage Partners, a mortgage broking firm that assists clients with their personal, commercial and business lending needs. James has over a decade of experience in the banking sector after spending the past ten years in various commercial banking roles. Bringing a wealth of knowledge, enthusiasm and passion to AS Mortgage Partners, he works closely with all clients to deliver financial solutions that meet their needs and strategies. In this episode, ...
Oct 18, 2021•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast Raoul Salter is a partner at Gross Waddell ICR, a commercial real estate company, who specialise in commercial property sales, leasing and management. With over 21 years in the industry, you could say he knows a thing or two about the property market. In today’s episode, Raoul shares the journey of leasing a commercial premise, explains lease terminology that is thrown around in today’s market, and provides professional advice to those who are looking at leasing a c...
Oct 04, 2021•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast Barry Lehrer is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of DiffuzeHR and ChildHR, an HR legally compliant software system that manages the entire employee life cycle. This is something we utilise here at Alexander Spencer, and we love it. In today’s episode, Barry discusses the importance of HR documentation and why it's so important for a business to get right. He also shares his insights on how to manage staff performance and deal with those who are underperforming, as well as the most i...
Sep 20, 2021•29 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast Malcolm Ebb is the Founder and Managing Director of FeeSynergy. FeeSynergy is Australasia’s leading provider of automated debtor management software and finance solutions to the accounting and legal sectors. In today’s episode, Malcolm shares his best practice debtor management processes, from credit checks to tax invoices, trade terms to payment methods. He also discusses common mistakes business owners make when it comes to debtor management, how to remain compliant around direct d...
Sep 06, 2021•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sharon Piening is an award-winning Asset Finance Specialist and Director at The 500 Group, a group of finance professionals that assist clients in financing their equipment and motor vehicle purchases. In today’s episode, you’ll find out what asset finance actually is, we’ll break down the process of purchasing and financing equipment, and you’ll hear how structuring your asset purchases in this way can really improve the flexibility of your business. Connect: Alex...
Aug 23, 2021•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Christopher Angrakian is the Managing Director at Managed Services Australia, one of Australia’s fastest-growing Managed IT Service providers. Managed Services work around the clock — 24 hours a day, 365 days a year — proactively monitoring businesses' networking and infrastructure to ensure they are always secure. In today’s episode, you’ll hear about cybersecurity and cybercrime. You’ll learn about the common threats that face businesses today, the additiona...
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