The Kofkin Bond’s Podcast

There have been many times where luck favours the bold and many will claim they were an overnight success. As a longtime listener of the podcast, we have been able to share many stories of entrepreneurs and their battle to build their brands and legacy.  Today's episode is no different, Tobi Skovron (CEO CreativeCubesco) has created a flexible way of working and the traction wasn't halted but acce...

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you can't believe you are here and that may not meet the expectation? Jamie & Vaughan discuss the definition, the types and their own experiences with it.  Imposter syndrome is loosely defined as doubting your abilities and feeling like a fraud. It disproportionately affects high-achieving people, who find it difficult to accept their accomplishmen...

Globally Downtowns are still ghost towns. As one of the first developed economies to start “living with COVID” – many have looked to the US to what “return to the office” might look like. And the picture is still bleak if you’re a business that thrives on city offices coming back to life. Vaughan steps up and has a chat about the current situation around the commercial property and why we don't ha...

In the end, life is an adventure. It’s all about the journey, not the destination.   Jamie and Tony go through 13 life lessons he has acquired through his years. The podcast goes through each one and Tony and Jamie discuss each of the lessons with some personal examples.   If you have any questions or would like to chat, please feel free to get in touch at 03 9111 2675 enquiries@kofkinbond.com.au...

SMSF has been a strong part of older people financial lives. Promoted from accountants for years. Tony & Jamie discuss their capabilities of them and their downfalls.   If you have any questions or would like to chat, please feel free to get in touch at 03 9111 2675 enquiries@kofkinbond.com.au

We would like welcome to the newest employee, Vaughan Smith. Jamie and Tony discuss Vaughan take on the industry and his previous experiences and his journey to Kofkin Bond.   If you have any questions or would like to chat, please feel free to get in touch at 03 9111 2675 enquiries@kofkinbond.com.au

When your relationship is over, it’s hard to get used to solo life. But there is life after divorce – and hope for happiness  A divorce can be a tumultuous time of financial and emotional strain. Feelings are hurt, financial support and security are changing, and a complete lifestyle alteration occurs during and after divorce. Tony and Jamie discuss how we support clients when they go through this...

Active investing requires a hands-on approach, typically by a portfolio manager or other so-called active participant. Passive investing involves less buying and selling and often results in investors buying index funds or other mutual funds. Although both styles of investing are beneficial, passive investments have garnered more investment flows than active investments. Historically, passive inve...

Following up from last week. Tony discusses once we have obtained an understanding f the client we want to ensure that the strategies are going to met their short & long-term goals that are aligned to their values.   If you have any questions or would like to chat, please feel free to get in touch at 03 9111 2675 enquiries@kofkinbond.com.au 

Client engagement is something that we think we have worked on to differentiate ourselves from our competitors. Taking a holistic view of the client and ensuring a smooth transition and not causing too much friction long the client's journey is something we pride ourselves on. Willard & Jamie discuss the front end of Kofkin Bond and how client engagement is key to our success 

In between lockdowns we were able to be a part of an amazing experience with Nova Peris. Kofkin Bond was a proud sponsor of the statue for Nova at Fed Square. It was truly an honour to be a part of the day.  Nova gave a speech to some friends of Kofkin Bond and we thought it was so powerful that we should have the story told to our listeners. We hope you enjoy the episode from Nova about her achie...

EVERY DAY IS A GIFT Angelos story is one that will tug on the heartstrings. He shares the diagnosis that changed his life in 2020. Amongst all that was happening with the pandemic, Angelo shows great resilience and determination towards life and making it clear that the things that make a meaningful life and the other things that are just noise.  We thank Angelo for sharing his story. We wish all...

Long time friend of Kofkin Bond, Kerry Boulton, makes her second appearance on the podcast. Tony, Jamie & Kerry go through the process of the thought needed for business owners to ensure that they are able to sell their business. Ensure everything is set up internally to bring in external investors.    You can Contact Kerry here: Kerry Boulton (Holdsworth) Linkedin There comes a time when the sale...

Michelle Baumgartner is the founder of the company, MVB-Health, a motivational and nutritional consulting company focusing on Health, Performance and Weight Loss. An Australian track athlete and middle distance runner who broke over eleven Victorian and Australian 400 and 800-meter records and won a total of six Australian Championships at 400 meters and 800 meters throughout her short career. Ton...

Pivoting, local garments and the law - whatever the challenge the founder of SheLion, Kate Dillon has faced and overcome.  SheLion first launched in 2015 with a collection of luxurious and functional handbags for the empowered woman. Pivoting to creating sweatshirts that represent more than the product.  Kate enlightens listeners of the story about how 22 businesses banded together to create somet...

The legal know-how can be a puzzling thought for individuals when they are starting out and their establishing idea into a business. Plenty of things to consider. Jamie and Tony discuss with Special Council of Danaher Moulton - Marcia Vlahovic, on all the requirements for founders to consider 

Earning a solid income can go a long way to boosting your financial position. But growing your wealth is key to gaining financial independence. People often confuse income with wealth. They’re similar but they’re not interchangeable. Understanding how they work together can help you plan for your future more confidently. Jamie & Tony discuss the difference and some strategies for ensuring the long...

Jamie & Tony discuss Cybersecurity with Paul Smooker and how it may affect you and your business.   Paul has served in the Department of Defence serving in many roles over a career of 11 years. He is now a Director of x-RD, with a focus on the cybersecurity department. x-RD is a philanthropic company focused on helping customers and wider society better understand and solve complex problems throug...

Jamie and Tony discuss the life and desires of the Chair of the Harmony Alliance - Nyadol Nyuon.    The objectives of the Alliance are:   To enable an effective voice for migrant and refugee women in domestic and international policy   To advance migrant and refugee women’s participation in economic, social, cultural, civil and political life and   To strengthen a strategic approach to the empower...

You’ve got something you want to achieve, and you’ve decided to do it. Great. It can be a little tricky figuring out where to start though. The SMART goal framework is an easy way for you to sit down, ask yourself some questions, then go forth and make it happen (with a higher chance of success). SMART: Specific Measurable Attainable Realistic Time Bound

‘’Confidence is a state of mind but you can continually work on it’’. George St-Pierre   Confidence vs. Ego - There’s a fine line between CONFIDENCE & EGO. Your ego can manifest itself in a lot of different ways.   Jamie and Tony go deep into his personal life in regards to his self-esteem and his ego as a kid. Concluding with the quote from Dr Wayne Dyer - "Everything you do is based on the choic...

What makes the Dalai Lama truly happy?  Why might an astronaut view himself as a failure? What does vulnerability mean for a tough U.S. Navy SEAL?   Men: Real Conversations asks 40 famous and renowned men to open their hearts and have honest conversations about the issues that are important to them. In raw and revealing conversations, these men talk about topics they’ve never publicly spoken about...

Tony and Jamie follow on from an article posted by Willard, "The Lost Art of Conversation" - by having a conversation!   Tony draws on his personal experiences of quality conversations in business and in life, highlighting the importance of openness and honesty.   If you have any questions or would like to chat, please feel free to get in touch at enquiries@kofkinbond.com.au or Anthony Kofkin or t...

Talking about finances is rarely straightforward, particularly with family members, but things become even more complicated when a loved one is suffering from dementia. In 2021, there are an estimated 472,000 Australians living with dementia. Tony enlightens listeners about his personal experience, which leads to a great insight for anyone that is dealing with ageing parents 

As Victorians have been delivered the news about a further 7-day lockdown, we thought it was important to reflect on what it means to be resilient throughout this time.  We hope all Victorians are dealing well!!