Australian Business Podcast

In this Australian Business Podcast episode, your hosts Jordan Kidis, from Grey Space Advisory, and James Bowman, from Inflection, discuss recent trends in job mobility and “The Great Resignation” of recent years, as well as the challenges and possible techniques to approach salary negotiations from both the employer and employee perspective. If you like this Australian Business Podcast episode on...

In this Australian Business Podcast episode, your hosts Jordan, from Grey Space Advisory and Zara, from Inflection, discuss 7 secrets and strategies for earning more money, keeping more profit, winning more clients and having a healthier mindset towards your business.  The 7 strategies discussed are: - Pinpoint Your Highest-Value Skills - Double Down on Your Advantage - Monetise More Efficiently -...

In this Australian Business Podcast episode, your hosts Jordan, from Grey Space Advisory and Zara, from Inflection discuss the biggest learnings from 2024. Zara and Jordan also discuss what’s to come in 2025. Rask Resources Inflection community: https://community.rask.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan  Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest ...

In this Australian Business Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask speaks with Grant Hackett, OAM, who is the CEO of Generation Development Group (ASX: GDG) - a $1.1 billion company that has grown rapidly in recent years. In this podcast with Grant Hackett, Owen and Grant discuss: What Grant took from the pool to his CEO role Why he moved into finance How to inspire and lead a team How Grant thinks...

In this Australian Business Podcast episode, Zara McGuffie interviews female entrepreneur, Ally Phillips on being a woman in male-led businesses, becoming a mother and balancing boundaries.  Being a woman in a male dominated field can be challenging, but Ally Phillips has climbed her way to a Director position whilst building multiple side hustles, staying true to her values, and becoming a mother...

In this Australian Business Podcast episode, Owen Rask speaks with Alec Renehan, co-founder of Equity Mates Media, about the business he and Bryce have built, the future of media and his favourite interviews. Topics covered today: How Ren asks the right questions, in any context Ren's story & how Equity Mates came to be The media company Ren would buy Where we are in the rise of ETFs Where we are...

Scaling a business can be exciting, but doing it without proper planning can lead to burnout, financial strain, and operational chaos. In this episode, we break down the key strategies for scaling responsibly, building a team, and leveraging technology to ensure long-term success. Co-hosts Zara and Jordan share personal anecdotes and actionable insights, covering everything from reviewing your bus...

Joe Aston, author of The Chairman's Lounge and prolific financial journalist, joins Owen Rask to dive into corporate ethics, the role of journalists and Qantas' control over the business elite, on this episode of The Australian Business Podcast. Get Joe's book: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com.au/Chairmans-Lounge-inside-story-Qantas/dp/1761429760 Audible: https://www.amazon.com.au/Chairmans-Lounge-I...

In this mini episode of the Australian Business Podcast, Zara McGuffie highlights 3 things she learnt from the Inflection community in 2024, plus how you can win $40k worth of business coaching in 2025. Topics covered today: Top three lessons from running the Inflection Course How to win $40k worth of business coaching How to enter the giveaway:  Join the free Inflection community via this link: c...

So, your business idea is good, you’ve got proof people want to buy your products or services. Now it’s time to launch your business!  In the third episode of this series, Jordan Kidis and Zara McGuffie dive into topline strategies of how to build your brand online and develop a unique selling proposition (USP), how to create a solid marketing plan to ensure your launch is a success, what channels...

Okay, so you have a business idea? Great! Now it's time to build a solid foundation that can withstand the test of time.  In this episode, we dive deep into the essential elements of setting up your business for success in Australia. Managing cash flow is one of the top reasons over 60% of Australian businesses fail in their first 5 years.  Co-hosts Zara McGuffie and Jordan Kidis discuss the commo...

Want to start a business in 2025? This mini series is for you!  In this episode of the Australian Business Podcast Podcast, Zara McGuffie and Jordan Kidis kicked off our 4-part mini-series on how to start a business in 2025. We covered everything from ideation and market research, mistakes to avoid, and how to make sure your idea is going to sell.  Topics covered today: The importance of finding y...

Welcome to Rask's 2024 Year in Review. This episode features snippets from an Olympian, Therapist, CEO, Influencers, Authors, Founders and more! Episodes to watch next (in order of first appearance in the Review): John Addis, leukaemia and dealing with uncertainty: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/2024/10/07/john-addis-book-how-not-to-lose-1-million/ Grant Hackett, bad times don’t last forever: https:...

In this Australian Business Podcast Podcast episode, your hosts Zara McGuffie, from Inflection, and Jordan Kidis, from Grey Space Advisory discuss key lessons they’ve learned from running a business!  We also discuss why we started Inflection and how it can change your business, what didn’t work well for us this year, and what we’re excited for in 2025.  If you like this Australian Business Podcas...

There’s so much involved in starting up and running a business in Australia. From sales and marketing, to finance, operations and cashflow, business owners wear a lot of hats.  In this episode of The Australian Business Podcast, Zara McGuffie took the mic solo to share the most popular episodes of 2024.  From how to start a business, how to scale a business, effectively use AI in your business, ho...

Brian Hartzer, former Westpac Group (ASX: WBC) CEO, author of The Leadership Star, and CEO of Quantium Health, features on this episode of The Australian Investors Podcast with Owen Rask. Brian Hartzer is an experienced executive and banker, leadership mentor and investor who served as CEO of the Westpac Banking Group from 2015 to 2019. Prior to his time as Westpac’s CEO, Brian spent 15 years in s...

Taking on your first employee is indeed a significant step for any business owner. In this episode, Peta Lonergan, ATO Assistant Commissioner for Superannuation & Employer Obligations, shares reliable sources to guide business owners through what they need to know when hiring an employee. We chat about paying taxes, setting up your employee's superannuation, fringe benefit tax and much more. Befor...

It's a question most business owners don't want to ask, but one that can have a big impact on long-term success and growth.  Join Zara McGuffie as she delves into the risky world of rebranding with Owen Rask, uncovering the hidden reasons why even thriving businesses need to evolve.  In this episode, you'll discover: The story behind Rask's rebrand and why they ditched their logo How a simple shif...

In this episode of The Australian Business Podcast, Zara McGuffie sits down with guest James Bowman, of Inflection. Together they discuss marketing strategies that help cafes, restaurants, and pubs to increase their customers. You will learn: The importance having of a strong digital reputation Social media strategies Best practices for content creation Paid advertising strategies, such as Google...

What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why setting financial goals is critical for business success Different types of financial goals to consider, from revenue to cash flow How to create SMART financial goals that are achievable and measurable Tips for crafting a comprehensive financial plan that supports your goals The importance of tracking progress and adjusting goals over time Tools and resources...

In this episode of The Australian Business Podcast, Jordan Kidis sat down with Zara McGuffie to dive into 5 proven tactics to stand out in a crowded inbox, from early bird campaigns to irresistible offers. You’ll learn how to segment your email database and personalise marketing campaigns to improve your open rates, overall engagement, and conversion rates. We also chat through nurturing leads, bu...

In this Australian Business Podcast episode, your hosts Zara McGuffie, from Inflection, and Jordan Kidis, from Grey Space Advisory discuss the complexities of managing a remote team.  Free call with Zara Free cash flow template Topics covered today: The challenges of managing a remote team Building Trust and Accountability Maintaining Team Engagement  Managing Performance Resources for this episod...

In this episode of The Australian Business Podcast, Jordan Kidis and Zara McGuffie tackle your burning questions about marketing ROI, financial struggles in business, social media vs. paid ads, and scaling a growing business. Get actionable advice and expert insights to overcome common challenges and achieve sustainable growth. The topics we covered today:  Marketing ROI and Agency Costs Financial...

Want to scale your side hustle into a small business? Owen Rask chats with the co-host of our Australian Business Podcast, Zara McGuffie, about how she went from freelancer to CEO of Inflection, and her top lessons for scaling up your business. Book a call with Zara: https://inflection.au/ Free community: https://community.inflection.au/ Series resources Ask a question: https://bit.ly/3QtiY00 Acc...

In this episode of The Australian Business Podcast, Jordan Kidis and Zara McGuffie are joined by Digital Marketing Specialist, James Bowman. Together, they dive into proven strategies and teach you how to optimise your pricing, manage inventory, and leverage email marketing for maximum impact. We'll also explore the power of simplicity in discount structures, the art of building hype and excitemen...