Business and Investing

EP 107: Is dropshipping dead? Well… you could argue it should be! 😂 But ultimately, No. I don’t think so. In this week’s podcast episode, Grant and I are discussing how we would be approaching dropshipping differently in today’s market. So that you can understand different business models… Or, extract out some ideas that might apply to your existing business! We’ll be covering: - The key elements...

EP 106: It's the second part of our money mindset podcast! Here, you'll discover how we finally got to improve our money mindset, which ultimately set our business up for success. Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 01:07 Changing your goals and expectations 06:14 Working on yourself 17:26 Moments that bring changes  22:49 What improved our money mindset?  If you enjoyed th...

EP 105: In this week’s podcast episode, Grant and I are discussing our relationship with money How it has affected our business, and how we changed our perspective so that we could make better decisions and continue to grow our businesses. Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 02:23 What happens when you project scarcity into your business 09:48 When did Charley realise he ha...

EP 104: When was the last time that you took a significant financial hit? In this week’s podcast episode, Grant and I are discussing on our financial hits and: - How we pulled ourselves back up - How we healed ourselves from those experiences - As well as the mindset frames that we used and more… So that you can make the best decisions and maximise the outcome going forward in your business. Tell...

EP 103: In this week’s podcast episode, Grant and I are discussing business volatility and several business models that won’t be here in the next five years… So that you can identify and then adapt to the changing business landscape! Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 01:40 The prevalence of artificial intelligence and ChatGPT 06:13 Is AI the next big thing to change the w...

EP 102: In this week’s podcast episode, Grant and I are discussing everything to do with your business and investing endgame, including the multiple factors you need to consider before deciding on an exit strategy. P.S. Leave a comment if you know your end game and how you have aligned it to your current business model. Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 01:58 Have you giv...

EP 101: The government is contemplating making changes to super. In this week’s podcast episode, Grant and I are discussing exactly this! We’re covering: - Super Advisors - Investing outside of your Super - As well as the next steps to take & more…. So that you can start to think, plan and maximise your retirement! Remember: none of this is financial advice, just 2 guys with mics talking. Just...

EP 100: So, how should you plan your business getaway?  This is exactly what Grant and I discuss in this part 2 episode. We cover exactly how we plan our getaways… So that you can prepare and then execute your next getaway… As well as make the most out of your time and money! Also, we’d love to know what activities or priorities you are planning to add on your next getaway.    Episode Highlights:...

EP 099: There’s truly something special about taking time away from business that motivates you and helps you look at obstacles with a new perspective. In this week’s podcast episode, Grant and I discuss exactly that. We spoke about our getaway as well as how it was structured so that you can replicate it and take action the next time you take time away from your business.    Episode Highlights: 0...

EP 98: Our resident financial planner is back to talk about succession planning. Consider this episode as succession planning 101, a helpful guide on how to start thinking about succession planning. NOTE: This episode is a general guide, NOT financial advice. Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 03:22 How much wealth will the next generation most likely receive? 05:07 The be...

EP 97: Join us in this episode as Grant and I look back on the recent breakthroughs that levelled us and our business up. Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 03:08 “Rightsizing” a company 12:25 Why you should build wealth inside and outside your business 15:12 Leveling up your finance skills 19:20 Training your mind  27:08 The art of bringing ideas to the table 38:54 Doing...

EP 96: Grant and I discuss the most impactful business lessons we've learned in this week's podcast episode - from how we left being self-employed and started developing our business owners’ mindset. We're sharing our stories hoping it would help you out if you are in a similar situation. ( it’s what we wish someone told us earlier )   Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 04...

EP 95: In this episode, Grant and I talk a little more about buying back your time as a business owner versus being more efficient. P.S. What about you? What's your time management strategy? Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 03:48 The importance of time management in your business 08:00 Do you always have to grind and hustle hard? 11:57 Wiring, beliefs, and time managemen...

EP 094:  In this week's podcast episode, Grant and I break down our best business and investing decisions. We’ll discuss the lessons we wish we had known earlier, and revisit the moments that changed our lives, forever.   Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 03:12 Business is volatile, expect it! 09:56 Reducing business volatility  11:27 Catching on business trends to grow ...

EP 93: A great network is an investment you want to make for the long term. It compounds at a far greater level than any other asset. On this week's episode of the podcast Grant and I do a deep dive on building your network. Think of this episode as a practical guide to finding, nurturing and getting value from the net.   Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 04:07 How essent...

EP 92: In this week’s episode, Grant and I discuss “What we would do differently if we were starting our businesses today.” PS: What would you do differently if you could have your time again?  Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 04:41 Would you go back in time if you could? 06:12 Reinvesting back into business 13:52 Starting a business the wrong way 21:38 The truth about s...

EP 91: This week's podcast is an important one. James Cant joins me from JCF coaching. He has a special skill set when it comes to health and peak performance. Most notably: He helps people get out of the type of burnout I got myself into He gives people the tools to avoid ever getting into that state This podcast is what I wish someone would have sent me all those years ago.   Episode Highlights:...

EP 90: On this week’s episode, Grant and I do a review of “Die with Zero by Bill Perkins”. This isn’t your normal book review, as we put a business owner spin on it. PS: Hopefully, Bill tunes into the podcast and is up for writing version 2 of the book just for business owners!  PPS: Hi, Bill! 👋 Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 02:46 What does it mean to have a life wel...

EP 089: In this week's podcast episode, we go deeper into the concept of: “Building a life you don't want to retire from.” Tune in now! Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 02:50 How the holidays changed businesses and jobs 07:15 Reaching financial independence  12:24 Sometimes, being happy means being different 14:31 The mandatory grinding period in business 17:34 Shifting...

EP 088: After buying the house with some illegal renovations, it was time to update my due diligence process. The stupid tax bill was only getting bigger as the years went on… When updating my process, some things stood out. (That might be helpful for you.) In this week's episode of the podcast, I want to take you through parts of the updated process. Specifically, the areas of due diligence that...

EP 087: In this week's episode of the podcast, Grant and I cover how to level up YOU in 2023. Sharing some of the powerful strategies and tactics we use to level up our game. Things that can help you crush your dreams and goals for 2023.   Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Business and Investing 04:20 Why do some people level up much faster than others 08:05 Ask yourself what your goal is  11:4...

EP 086: Well, 2023 is upon us. And with a new year comes new opportunities. In fact, I would argue that I can see more opportunities for business owners to generate wealth than ever before. So many industries have been unlocked, and so many options to make the most of them. But I still see a lot of business owners who cannot see them. And it’s left me here feeling the same as in my childhood. The...

EP 085: i n this episode of the podcast, Grant and I do a community Q&A. A big thank you to those who submitted questions for this round. Here are the questions we covered:  • How do you improve your business model? • Is buying a place to run your business from a good idea? • What's the difference between prioritisation and sequencing?  • When to double down vs when to look for another opportu...

EP 084: 2022 was a challenging and volatile year when it came to investing. Something I have learnt is that times of uncertainty are often the best times to buy good assets cheap.  However… Something I have not heard people speak about is just how hard it is on your psychology. To buy when others want to sell. It’s a hard thing to do. The thing that made the difference was the team I had around me...

EP 083: When you find a group of people who also want to grow and improve, it becomes infectious. And, if you want ordinary results, do what ordinary people do. But if you want extraordinary results, do what extraordinary people do. This is exactly what business and investing with friends should be all about. Which is why Charley and I shared our lessons learned in this week's episode. Check it ou...