We often say that people take their personal standards into their business and create their business standards this way. This can be great but it can also work against us if we have things that we need to tidy up in our personal life. In this podcast, we will go through some recent examples that we have seen where we see these things overlap and give you some reminders about some things that could be holding you back. Find us here:Book a call with us: https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlineVisit our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/Acess to our free business planning and cashflow module: https://www.skool.com/nextadvisory-business-basics-5934/about

Recently we asked business owners for their biggest pain points, here is a look at a few of their answers as of October 2024. Hopefully some of our replies get you thinking and no doubt you will be familiar with some of the other business problems. Hang in there, it is tough out there at but moment but action always wins. Find us here:Book a call with us: https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlineVisit our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/Acess to our free business planning and cashflow module: https://www.skool.com/nextadvisory-business-basics-5934/about

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful."C.A is life" "I am a hero" - Just a few phrases Phil used to say about himself when studying accounting! But do you actually need to go to university to run your own business?After a run down on if university is truly required to become an accountant, Luke shares a story of someone who has been building their client base/business since being in uni which isn't the traditional route either! It is possible people - listen to hear moreFind us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/CheersL&P

Unemployment has now risen to 4.8% and continues its rise. We take a look at what it is expected to get to and when it is expected to get down to the rate that it is as currently at. You need to be thinking about your required levels of employment in your business and having a team that is fit for purpose for your desired goals. Find us here:Book a call with us: https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlineVisit our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/Acess to our free business planning and cashflow module: https://www.skool.com/nextadvisory-business-basics-5934/about

We are often asked what is the best tech solution for [Insert problem here] and the answer is there is that there is never a best answer because things can always change. We are also told by business owners that they have recently been talking to [Insert another business owner here] and they use X, Y Z tech and we should be too, but the question is always what problem is this actually solving? To solve your tech analysis paralysis check this podcast out. Find us here:Book a call with us: https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlineVisit our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/Acess to our free business planning and cashflow module: https://www.skool.com/nextadvisory-business-basics-5934/about

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.Starting off this podcast with Phil spitting out his water... listen to find out why! Today we discuss a client question around "how to stop living below the line". It is so easy to make excuses and blame another person rather than identify the problem and work towards the solution. How do we go about doing that though and actually begin to take some accountability!Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/CheersL&P

Marketing; we all love it or hate it. Some of us are scared about putting ourselves out there or we love the thought of people wanting to buy from us. Many people overcomplicate marketing so we're going to look at some of the basics. Find us here:Book a call with us: https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlineVisit our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/Acess to our free business planning and cashflow module: https://www.skool.com/nextadvisory-business-basics-5934/about

Adrian Oor has again cut the official cash rate and many people around the country including business owners are getting excited about what this could mean for spending over the summer. In this podcast we take a look at how excited we should be, what it could mean, and what we might see from the economy in response to decreasing interest. Find us here:Book a call with us: https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlineVisit our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/Acess to our free business planning and cashflow module: https://www.skool.com/nextadvisory-business-basics-5934/about

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.Find out some our learnings from Brendan Lindsay, creator of Sistema (yes that one). Luke had the chance to spend some time with him and took a few things away from that experience as well. Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/CheersL&P

Skool Community: https://www.skool.com/nextadvisory-business-basics-5934/aboutThis is a question from the nextAdvisory Skool community, if you would like to join this then please follow the link below. A business owner has asked questions about cash flow management and some of the things that we need to be thinking about as business owners. We will cover forecasts, best practices, best tools, cash reserves, and boring to fund your operations.Book a call with us: https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlineVisit our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/Acess to our free business planning and cashflow module: https://www.skool.com/nextadvisory-business-basics-5934/aboutCheersL&P

 Is Insurance In NZ Worth It Anymore? w Johny Winstone (Insurance Market) The cost of insurance has been climbing and many people are thinking about self-insuring themselves - i.e. not having insurance but thinking they will stack money aside to cover eventual issues. But how realistic is this and can it work? I sit down with Johny Winstone who has over 6,000 clients and we discuss all things insurance. I promise it isn’t boring and you will learn something. We explore things like: What are the most common things people insure? Are people ignoring insurance? What we don’t know about insurance that we need to? You will enjoy these stories and this will get you thinking more about insurance and it’s importance.How To Find Johny ⬇️https://www.insurance-market.co.nz/brokers/insurance-market-collective/our-team/johny-winstonehttps://www.instagram.com/johnywinstone/Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/CheersL&P

The boys are back in town and back on the podcast microphone. Hopefully, you haven't missed us. We go through some of Phil's observations and lessons from being in America, what is just a giant country and economy. The usual podcast transmission will resume from here.Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/CheersL&P

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.Working Capital! What the hell is that?? Capital that is used within a business in its day to day trading operations. EXCITING!Maybe it's a little boring we will admit but it is important to know about. We discuss how it is used in your business and its overall effects.Message us with any further questions!Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/CheersL&P

Yet again there is another scheme to help you 'win' when it comes to business and that is to spend more money in order to earn more points so you can go on a 'free' trip overseas. In this podcast we will breakdown why it is very dangerous to continue to look for quick hacks get something for free rather than focusing on making more money yourself. Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/CheersL&P

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.Is it possible that you would treat a celebrity different to your normal everyday customers? 🤫⠀Would you dress differently? Would you find new equipment? What would you change? We discuss this concept and how it could change the potential outcome for a business if we didn’t do this. 🤯Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/CheersL&P

Secure a ticket here: https://nextadvisory.kartra.com/checkout/webinarIf you want to get a better understanding of your numbers, this is for you. Please allocate 2 hours and block your calendar out now.We will show you different reports live, and you can ask questions as we go. We'll also cover: Where to find YOUR numbersHow to read profit and loss statementsHow to see whether you are profitableHow to read a balance sheet (assets and liabilities)Tactics for managing your numbers and moneyA look at some of the actions our successful clients takeChanges you can implement straight awayYour questions answered live​​Tickets are $100 + gst and this is limited to 30 business owners.This is also the last time we are doing this workshop at $100 per person.  30th of October at 7pm, via zoom. See you there? Your numbers shouldn’t be a guessing game or going off 'feeling'.The data is there, let's use it!  If it's time to take control of your finances. Let us guide you to clarity, understanding, and less bloody worry.Secure a ticket here: https://nextadvisory.kartra.com/checkout/webinar REALLY know your numbers,Luke & Phil

In today's episode we will take you through some accounting lessons to help you understand how accounting works. Don't switch off because you must understand this when you are thinking about assessing the profitability of your business and ensuring that your expenses match the month in which you created the revenue with those expenses.Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/CheersL&P

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.Well it's here, a new year and for a lot of us that will start with some excitement but the excitement will eventually be eroded by the understanding we need to get back to basics. We take you through some examples of clients who continue to show up by doing the basics well and how that has led them to have a successful year in 2023 and to set them up to carry on and do well in 2024.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

It won't be long before Santa is here, which means Christmas parties, Christmas offers, and Christmas events. Let's jump on it and think about what we can do ahead of December. The key to this podcast is not to wait until December to think about these important aspects of running your business during the festive season. Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/CheersL&P

After seven years Phil is finally taking a break and going to the great country of America to cast his vote in the upcoming election. You may notice a bit of disruption in the podcast but we will be back once Phil is back with a huge wrap-up of his trip and to hear what he learned in his time away. Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/CheersL&P

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.We appreciate your feedback from the last pod and have taken it on board and are not going to happy hour before doing today's podcast so in this podcast you will learn more about our insights from our own business planning for the next 90 days as well as the next 12 months it's gonna be an interesting next period for us and we are keen to get back and get stuck in. Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/ Cheers,Luke & Phil

The first provisional tax payment of the 31 March 2025 financial year has been and gone and we take you through some of the insights that we noticed from our clients when they were paying this installment this year. Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/CheersL&P

0 to 100 real quick, literally. Learn from 2 lads who scaled a business from 0 to 100 staff and then sold it. It can be done. They take us through their top 5 lessons learnt from starting something from scratch (in an area they didn’t even know too much about) through to selling it to an overseas buyer. These lessons are simple and may surprise you as to how basic they sound. This podcast will get you warm for the part 2 where Henry and Jack provide you with 10 business ideas that anyone can have a crack at. You will love the energy of these 2 down to earth Kiwi legends. Get inspired.Generate are supporting my vision to improve the financial literacy of 100,000 kiwis by sponsoring Keep The Change. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more.

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.We are seeing more and more cases of strain in the construction industry but is this just the normal cycle of that industry? We dig into a bit of data to find out.Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/ Cheers,Luke & Phil

We hear it all the time—people are busy, but the money isn't coming in. How is it possible to be so busy yet not see the financial rewards? In this podcast, we explore the common pitfalls that lead businesses to work hard without reaping the benefits. Tune in to learn strategies for avoiding these traps and ensuring your efforts translate into real profits.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

The Latest survey from ANZ suggests that business confidence has been at its highest over the last 10 years. We dig into the data to determine if it is warranted or if business owners are getting too carried away. Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.Can you remember when the last recession was? Realistically most of us can’t, but since then, the world is completely different, and maybe we are in a great position to handle this recession. Let us explainFind us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/ Cheers,Luke & Phil

I want more Kiwi to understand that their knowledge can be exported. You can package your knowledge and sell globally, earning different currency and opening up different markets. This is working smarter, not harder and we have A LOT of smart Kiwi here in NZ who don’t know this exists. I sat down with Luke Sneeden who has been a part of businesses doing this for nearly 10 years. Find out how they took baby sleep secrets to the world by starting with a PDF document and turned it into 500,000 happy customers. This one will blow your mind with what is possible.Generate are supporting my vision to improve the financial literacy of 100,000 kiwis by sponsoring Keep The Change. Cheers Generate. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/change to find out more.

Money Month is a public awareness and engagement campaign coordinated by Te Ara Ahunga Ora Retirement Commission, in partnership with the financial capability community. This year's Money Month builds on last year's theme "Pause. Get sorted." The focus is on actions that can help people grow their money and build resilience – two pillars that are key to improving people's financial wellbeing. On Tuesday night, myself, James and Tom went over the steps you need to grow your wealth and secure your financial future, including: Getting clear with your goalsBudgeting and cashflow fundamentalsUnderstanding debt Property as a wealth-creation toolHow shares fit in with your investment strategy Protecting your wealth and accountability.Some of Sorted’s most popular online toolsGet stuck in. Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.It is finally confirmed that we are in a recession by the barest of margins. This should come as no surprise to you with numerous podcasts already about how you can get ready for this time period. In this episode, we will look at the next quarter and remind you what you need to think about.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

We are gonna take you through some lessons from highly respected business people who have been through recessions previously and share their lessons for you to navigate this current tricky economic time. No doubt there will be something in here that resonates with you. Let us know what your favourite lesson was.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

Ever been about to quit? Haven’t we all? We tell a tale of a business owner on the edge who was ready to throw it all in. Before they did they asked for a second opinion. They are glad they did. We know it’s tough out there and many of you will be contemplating quitting. But before you do, listen to this!Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.It's no secret that the economy is shaky out there.Just because the economy is in recession, doesn't mean you have to be.• We are officially in a recession(just) that actually started in October 2022• The RBNZ hasn’t beaten inflation• The RBNZ want to engineer 30,000 job losses By now, it is no secret that the landscape of business has changed, but is the worst still to come?We have been having similar conversations with a number of clients, so we want to put together a webinar combining some of these key themes:• The economy is in recession, but you don’t need to be• What do higher interest rates mean?• Why do people say the recession makes more millionaires than good times?• The 3 key questions you need to ask yourself through these turbulent times MOST business owners won’t do things differently, push harder, change course, adapt or accept that things have changed and this ultimately leads to more opportunity for you. You have a unique window to think differently to others and if you can do this, you will be rewarded.This webinar is specifically tailored for business owners.This webinar is designed to be highly interactive, providing you with ample opportunities to ask questions and engage in meaningful discussions.Take advantage of this opportunity to network with like-minded individuals and learn from others.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

Well the official cash rate has finally had its first cut in over four years. We dig into what could be behind this shortcut and what it might mean for the New Zealand economy and New Zealand businesses. Strap yourself in.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

We aren’t talking Wellington in this one. Working capital is about cash. CASH! Moving through your business. We discuss why understanding the working capital cycle in YOUR business is fundamental to better managing money. Dig in and learn.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.Recent data from Xero reveals that many small business owners aren't actually paying themselves at the moment because they need to hold the money back in the business. Whilst this is okay in the short-term this should not be an approach that you want to adopt and maintain over a longer period of time. You deserve to be rewarded for the rest that you take in your business. Find out more in this episode. Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

Do you know why you are doing it? What got you into business in the first place? Is your business looking like that today? We find that business owners with clear purpose, why or reasons are easier to build plans with. They can take clearer actions because they know why they are doing it. That makes it easier to work out what to do and with who. Learn from these business owners in this podcast.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

Welcome back to another smack in the face as a business owner because we are about to reveal to you the bigger problem in your business and you may not like it. Or maybe you will relate and have the same exact issue. Regardless, own it and forge your own path. We hope so! Get stuck in.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.We asked business owners what 1 specific opportunity was that they could focus on during this downturn and here is what they said. Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

There is a big difference between a book keeper, an accountant and an advisor. In this podcast we will run you through those differences so that you can see whether your expectations of your accountant are fair. Hint: if you want a proactive accountant, you need to be proactive with them too. They are not mind readers but they are a number of other things. Tune in to learn more.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

If you've ever thought about buying a commercial building here are some of the questions to think about before going away and looking at it. It should always be part of a longer term investment strategy for yourself as well as part of your business plan. That shouldn't stop you from going and getting all of the information i.e. how financing works and having a good understanding of it because it could be something you would like to do in your business journey.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.In the eighth of our 10 part series of looking at what makes an aspirational business owner exactly that, we discuss calculated risk taking. How can you surround yourself with the correct data and get better (and faster) at decision making? Don’t be held back by fear, understand your ultimate downside and run for toward the fear with the knowledge that you know you’re taking calculated risk.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

The All Blacks could sell out Eden Park ahead of time. The Warriors only took 17 minutes to sell out a flight to Vegas. So what are you doing to find the customers who have your money? We go through some examples of ways to think about who may have your money in your industry and why it is important to continue to get in front of them and shake their wallets so that you can put that money into your wallet.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

Alli Kennedy is on a mission to help everyday Kiwis be educated on investing. She has created a board game for people to play to learn more about investing and needs your help to create the first 10,000 orders. In this podcast we discuss how Alli (22 years old) is having a crack at changing the wealth of the nation via her board game and seeking pre-orders plus companies to be involved to turn this idea into a reality.Sharenanigans, offering an introductory experience into the world of investing in shares, will be the next board game in every household. But don’t be fooled, with players competing to become the wealthiest at the table, everyone is in it for themselves.https://www.pledgeme.co.nz/projects/7946-Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.Debt it isn't always bad and in this podcast we will give you some examples of that to help you understand where you could be getting more comfortable with it and using it to help generate a great return in the cost of it.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

We check in with Natasha from Hire a Housewife (https://www.hireahousewife.co.nz/) to discuss what she has learnt growing her business from 1 staff member to 36 and what she has learnt through that journey as well as some insights to how they have hired so many people and kept the team humming along. Enjoy!Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

This is a re-release of an earlier podcast that other listeners have found very useful.Right now a lot of business owners are actually doing all the right things but don't seem to be getting the reward. The plan might be the right one and it could be time to just think about changing the expectation of the results and therefore the timeframe it will take to get there. In this podcast we will take you through some of the examples clients have been going through and some different ways to think about achieving the things you want to achieve in your business. Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil

Many businesses in NZ fail. How come? Tune in to find out as we discuss some of the common things that tip a NZ business over. Learn from other people's mistakes to ensure you don’t make them too.Our links:⭐️ Leave a review☎️ Book a time to chat 📲 Visit our Instagram🖥️ Visit our websiteCheers,Luke & Phil