Australian Business Podcast

Nectr is an energy retailer that achieved 20,000 customers and annualised at $20 million of revenue within just two years. Nectr is run by Andrew Butler, a former electrical linesman born in regional Victoria. In this Australian Business Podcast episode, Andrew Butler and Owen Rask talk about the challenges and opportunities of running a renewable energy start-up, developing team culture that focu...

Glen James is the founder of My Millennial Money, a financial education and podcast business that turns over $1.2 million in revenue annually. This podcast episode with Glen James was originally featured on The Australian Investors Podcast so it covers building a podcast, Glen's story from tradie, to financial adviser, to investor, to podcast empire. It also dives into what Owen and Glen know abou...

Cameron Falloon is the founder of BFT, one of Australia's (and the world's!) fastest growing fitness brands; Jon Gregory is the founder of Vitruvian, a world-leading connected fitness business that uses deep science to keep you working out at your best. Cameron Falloon and Jon Gregory join Owen Rask for a deep dive into fitness, business, Covid's impact on health, science in sport and so much more...

Australian Business Podcast is back on the airwaves and this time, we've brought in two experienced accountants to help you put your business accounting and cash flow on autopilot. Seriously. In this Australian Business Podcast episode accountants Jordan and Danil from Grey Space Advisory will help you break apart your finances and put them back together, just better. WATCH THE VIDEO This will sav...

Nick Crocker is a general partner at Blackbird VC and founder or co-founder of numerous companies. Out of maybe 600 podcasts, this Australian Business Podcast episode has to be one of the best podcasts I have ever done. WATCH THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE If any of these topics resonate with you, you will enjoy this episode: Building a business Investing in companies Creating anything - products, busines...

This episode featuring Niki Scevak, co-founder of Blackbird and the founder of Startmate, originally appeared on The Australian Investors Podcast. Niki is arguably Australia's most influential and successful venture capitalist (VC). Venture Capital is a name for investing in companies at the earliest stage in their journey. Sometimes, before they've even got a business at all! Niki and Owen talk a...

On The Australian Business Podcast we will be the first to tell you running your own business is bloody tough. Filled with scattered thoughts, lonely nights, and some harsh lessons learned. Listen to our episode, Why 40% of Businesses Fail - Big Ideas & Cold Realities That said, running a business it's also super rewarding -- when you get it right.  The Australian Business Podcast exists to help y...

Dr Sam Hupert joins Owen Raszkiewicz on The Australian Investors Podcast to talk about the business he started with Anthony Hall, Pro Medicus Ltd (ASX: PME), back in 1984. Owen and Sam talk about: Starting a technology business before personal computers The growth of medical imaging The future of medical imaging How Sam Hupert thinks about capital allocation Culture at Pro Medicus, hiring and the...

In Australia, you now need to get yourself an ATO Director ID number and report it against your name. Here's what you need to know about how to get the Director ID.  As I say in the podcast, I did it in 5 minutes but it might take you a little longer.  FULL INSTRUCTIONS: How to get a director's ID Note: Owen is not a registered tax accountant or tax lawyer. Just a business owner and investor. Go s...

Andrew Henshaw is a founding partner and managing director of Velocity Legal, a legal firm designed to help new and existing business owners manage all of their legal matters -- from complex tax situations, setting up your legal structure (properly!), commercial deals (buying and selling a business), and so much more. Andrew Henshaw sat down with Owen Rask on The Australian Business Podcast, Austr...

Molly Benjamin is the founder of Ladies Finance Club, an in-person and online platform for connecting women with each other -- and their finances.  In this Australian Business Podcast with Molly Benjamin, your host Owen Rask asks Molly how Ladies Finance Club came into existence, why women meeting to talk about money makes sense and how she scales her business. Then, in the second half of the podc...

Alisha Henderson is the creative genius and go-getter behind Sweet Bakes cakes, the author and designer of the Storybook Sweets, speaker, Instagramer and so much more. This podcast was recorded mid-2020 and original featured on The Australian Finance Podcast. But it was too good to pass up. Alisha's journey with Sweet Bakes started when she was just 19, it's been profitable since day one and has e...

Wayne Hooper is the CEO of Laserbond Ltd (ASX: LBL), a $90 million business listed on the ASX that performs surface engineering. This episode first appeared on The Australian Investors Podcast. Wayne Hooper sat down with Owen Rask on The Australian Investors Podcast at Laserbond's Sydney-based factory in Smeaton Grange. Full show notes: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/2022/10/26/laserbond-lbl-wayne-h...

The Australian Business Podcast welcomes Matt Vitale, co-founder of Birchal — one of Australia’s best crowdfunding platforms. Matt Vitale talks with Owen Rask about his journey in building Birchal, the lessons learned from helping over 100 founders and why selling shares to raise capital can unlock growth. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtu.be/1Sr2c07Z0HA Please note: Matt is uniquely positioned to talk...

Australian Business Podcast, Australia’s newest top business podcast welcomes Joe Molloy, co-founder of Rumble Coffee Roasters in Melbourne, to walk us through: How coffee is made Who makes money in cafes Finding great baristas and staff How a cafe can make bigger profits – Joe estimates the best cafes could turn over $1 million per year! Common mistakes to avoid in building a cafe The best tools...

Australian Business Podcast episode #12 is now live on the Rask network: when you get paid. Many Australian small business owners will work months at a time, without a day off. Many of us do 10-12 hour days, sacrificing time with family and friends. Most of us will work for weeks, months or years — without taking a salary. All of us take our work home, whether we show it or not. This is normal. As...

Australian Business Podcast episode #11 is now live on the Rask network: the 6 ways your business will definitely die ☠️. Remember, at least 40% of Australian small businesses fail within 5 years. So, yes, this is as scary as it sounds. Your business will definitely die if you do these 6 things. I all but guarantee it. You: “Owen, this business thing is daunting enough as it is, why on earth are w...

Australian Business Podcast episode #10 is now live on the Rask network: my best software, apps and tools for small business owners. In this episode, I -- Owen Rask, founder of The Rask Group -- dive into my favourite tools for small business owners. 1. Design – Canva – Link 🎨 2. Xero – accounting, HR, Super & Tax 🧮 3. WordPress – More advanced website builds 👩‍💻 4. Google Workspace 👨‍💻 5. P...

Managing your tax, HR & superannuation is a key part of running a small business in Australia. But it's confusing. Australian Business Podcast episode #9 is now live on the Rask network: managing your small business HR, Super & tax. This episode of The Australian Business Podcast is designed to go with lesson 9 of Rask's free business course: managing business admin. In this episode, I -- Owen Ras...

Accounting for small businesses is confusing and a leading cause of small business fails in Australia.  Australian Business Podcast episode #8 is now live on the Rask network: understanding the basics of accounting for small businesses.  A great accountant is worth their weight in gold but the reality is no one will ever care for your business as you do – so it’s vital you understand what’s happen...

Sole trader, ABN, company, ACN... what's the difference? Australian Business Podcast episode #7 is now live on the Rask network and we're tackling how to choose a business structure to suit your business needs.  In this episode, I -- Owen Rask, founder of The Rask Group -- dive into the following business topics: Company legal structures - pros and cons Sole traders - pros and cons Partnerships -...

Australian Business Podcast episode #6 is now live on the Rask network: how to get money to finance your small business -- using cash savings, loans or equity. This episode aligns with Lesson 6 of the Rask free business course. Note: if you're looking for a business partner, adviser, coach or investor in your business idea, I want to hear from you. I'm actively looking for small businesses that I...

Australian Business Podcast episode #5 is now live on the Rask network: Australian small business experts you want on your team. In this episode, I -- Owen Rask, founder of The Rask Group -- dive into the following business topics: Business names, and how to get one ABNs versus ACNs - and which one you need The difference between copyright and trademark in Australia Bookkeepers - and how much book...

Australian Business Podcast episode #4 is now live on the Rask network: marketing your business. 17% of Australian small businesses fail because they fail at marketing (and sales). This Australian Business Podcast helps you avoid that fate. In this episode, I -- Owen Rask, founder of The Rask Group -- dive into the following Australian small business topics: How to market a business Why marketing...

Australian Business Podcast episode #3 is now live on the Rask network: creating a business plan and knowing your customer. In this episode, I -- Owen Rask, founder of The Rask Group -- dive into the following business topics: Creating a business plan Factors to consider when planning a business Knowing what should go into a business plan Why the banks require a business plan Building a customer p...