Episodes

  • Ep 489 - One in Two Business Owners Are Over The Age of 50

    Ep 489 - One in Two Business Owners Are Over The Age of 50
    May 8 2025
    With many businesses expected to hit the market, this podcast explores the opportunities that could arise for those looking to purchase. We’ll cover what you need to consider before making a move and how to prepare for a successful acquisition.

    Due Diligence Checklist - https://nextadvisory.kartra.com/page/buyingbusinessBook a time to talk with Phil: https://calendly.com/philsmith/buying

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    37 mins
  • Ep 488 - Insights from Provisional Tax 7th May 2025

    Ep 488 - Insights from Provisional Tax 7th May 2025
    May 4 2025
    The third and final provisional tax payment for the 2025 financial year was due on 7 May. In this podcast, we’ll share our insights from reviewing the tax positions of over 100 businesses, and what we observed across the board.

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    28 mins
  • Ep 487 - From Apprentice To Master Franchisee w Reon Paterson (SmithAndSons.co.nz)

    Ep 487 - From Apprentice To Master Franchisee w Reon Paterson (SmithAndSons.co.nz)
    May 1 2025
    Following your interests can open many doors. It can build many doors too. In this episode we sit down with Reon Paterson from SmithAndSons.co.nz who is on a mission to turn builders into business owners and make sure Smith And Sons is a household name in New Zealand. He started on the tools himself and has spent 3 decades in the industry. Today he oversees 27 Smith And Sons franchise owners and plays a big role in ensuring they have what they need to be successful.



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    43 mins
  • Ep 486 - Scaling Impact, Not Just Income: John Bell’s Story of Purpose Driven Business

    Ep 486 - Scaling Impact, Not Just Income: John Bell’s Story of Purpose Driven Business
    Apr 28 2025
    Description: Leaving behind a thriving corporate career, John Bell chose a different path one rooted in legacy, community, and real impact.

    In this inspiring conversation, John shares his powerful journey from working 70-hour weeks in a corporate giant to founding Kauri Wealth, a business built on helping everyday Kiwis take control of their financial futures.

    Discover how a pivotal life moment, a pink Post-it note, and a deep passion for education sparked a mission to empower thousands of New Zealanders with better KiwiSaver decisions.
    Business owners will take away valuable lessons about incremental progress, the power of financial literacy, and why investing in your people’s future is one of the best investments you can make.

    If you're searching for a reminder of why impact matters more than comfort and how a simple step today can change hundreds of lives tomorrow this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Ep 485 - Who’s On Your Team?

    Ep 485 - Who’s On Your Team?
    Apr 24 2025
    It can be tempting to take advice from all over the place, but it’s important to pause and consider where that advice might lead you. In this podcast, we’ll walk you through the key people you may want on your A-Team, and those you might need to step away from.

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    36 mins
  • Ep 484 - Are Your Revenue Targets for 2026 Financial Year Realistic?

    Ep 484 - Are Your Revenue Targets for 2026 Financial Year Realistic?
    Apr 20 2025
    It’s that time of year when people set ambitious revenue targets for the 2026 financial year, but often struggle to back up how they came up with those figures or what they’ll actually do to achieve them. In this podcast, we’ll walk you through some of the most common (and not-so-great) approaches, like trying to double revenue, picking a round number, or increasing revenue by the same percentage every month for 12 months. Tune in to learn how to set realistic, actionable revenue targets that actually make sense.

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    29 mins
  • Ep 483 - Don't Ask, Don't Get

    Ep 483 - Don't Ask, Don't Get
    Apr 17 2025
    The economy has shifted, and we’re seeing more businesses and clients making bold asks, and getting yeses. In this podcast, we’ll share real examples and practical strategies to help you make better requests. Good luck with your asks!

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    23 mins
  • Ep 482 - What Will a One-Term Government Mean for SMEs?

    Ep 482 - What Will a One-Term Government Mean for SMEs?
    Apr 13 2025
    There’s a lot of talk right now about the possibility of a one-term government, and business owners are already wondering what that could mean if there’s a change in 2026. In this podcast, we discuss why getting too distracted by politics can be counterproductive, but also highlight key things to consider if a government shift does happen.

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    28 mins