The Numbers Game

Welcome to episode 84 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we break down the financials behind the 2022 World Cup and discuss the potato shortage that is hitting Australia this summer. On this episode, we discuss: Reading The play: Breaking down the money spent on the World Cup Lionel Messi’s net worth after the World Cup Flow on effect of the World Cup The state of soccer in Australia Potato Chi...

Welcome to episode 83 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we're joined by Adrian Hondros. Adrian’s experience spans 35 years in senior leadership positions across the financial services and building sector. With a passion for leadership, deep understanding of strategy, and experience in growing organisations through change management, Adrian shares stories, insights, and practical advice to navi...

Welcome to episode 82 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we're joined by Amreeta Abbott. Amreeta is the former CEO and founder of Now Infinity (a 5 in 1 accounting software platform used by the best of the best in the country), which sold to ASX listed company Class for 10’s of millions, she sits on the board member of succession plus, co founder of the Womens Entrepreneur Accelerator and CEO a...

Welcome to episode 81 of The Numbers Game. On today's show Marty shares the story behind Toyotas business success and their powerful corporate value that has underpinned this. On this episode, we discuss: 1 Percenters: Toyotas number one corporate value  Learning from success  Idea sex Continuous improvement plan  Check out the free resources from Inovayt here. Send us an email: hello@thenumbersga...

Welcome to episode 80 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we chat about the new land tax legislation that has passed and how Australia is lagging behind the world in regards to raising the Goods And Services tax.  On this episode, we discuss: Reading The play: New NSW land tax legislation The option of paying  annual land tax over stamp duty The struggle of saving a deposit The benefit of raisin...

Welcome to episode 79 of The Numbers Game. On today's show we chat about the rise of cyber attacks in Australia and the ways to protect your business. On this episode, we discuss: 1 Percenters: Common fraud Equifax automatic credit notification Email hacker scams to look out for The problem with passwords Two Factor Authentication Check out the free resources from Inovayt here. Send us an email: h...

Welcome to episode 78 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we break down the major factors contributing to rising inflation, how to raise  your prices the right way and Marty has some toilet paper news to share.  On this episode, we discuss: Reading The play: What is inflation? The major factors shifting inflation Devaluation Rising wages Should you increase your prices? The flow on effect of pri...

Welcome to episode 77 of The Numbers Game. On today's show Marty breaks down the red ocean and blue ocean strategy. What it means, how you can implement it in your business and the benefits of using a strategy like this.  On this episode, we discuss: 1 Percenters: Red Ocean and Blue Ocean strategies How to create an uncontested market space Knowing your point of difference Check out the free resou...

Welcome to episode 76 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we chat about the rise of electrical vehicles and the subscription based approach to upgrades.  On this episode, we discuss: Reading The play: The rise of Electrical vehicles Tax benefits of an electric vehicle Subscription approach to vehicle upgrades The benefit for manufacturers and the customer Check out the free resources from Inovay...

Welcome to episode  75 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we chat about nailing the financial fundamentals. Understanding profit and loss, accruals basis vs cash basis, understanding debt and smart cashflow strategies.  On this episode, we discuss: 1 Percenters: How to understand a Profit and Loss Accruals basis vs cash basis Fear of debt Proactive approach to cashflow Smart cashflow strategies...

Welcome to episode  74 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we're talking cyber security and the impact it's having on business'. On this episode, we discuss: Reading The play: Cyber security The Optus and Medibank hack The impact on Medibank stock price Investing in cyber security Red Piranha data security The cost of a Cyber Attack Cyber insurance Red flags to look out for Check out the free re...

Welcome to episode  73 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we chat finding expert help for your Human Resources, creating a clear path for your employees and the business growth that can come from having a solid HR strategy. On this episode, we discuss: 1 Percenters: Finding expert help for your HR Clear path for employees Salary expectation Employee Value Proposition Exit interviews Having a HR...

Welcome to episode  72 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we chat about the property market confusion created by the media and Nicks tip on navigating current climate.  On this episode, we discuss: Reading The play: How much has property price actually dropped? Understand the type of property and suburb performance Ignoring the external market and understanding your position Ability to improve...

Welcome to episode 71 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we chat about the insane amount of money owed to the ATO, how they're going about retrieving the funds and the options available for financing tax and business debt. On this episode, we discuss: 1 Percenters: Inovayt win brokerage of the year ATO debt at an all time high The current interest rate on ATO debt Funding tax debt Refinancing t...

Welcome to episode 70 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we chat about diversifying your revenue streams, stacking assets and setting up your future. On this episode, we discuss: Reading The play: Roger Federer’ on court earnings vs off court Business smarts and personal brand Diversifying your revenue streams Limiting beliefs Stacking your assets Complementary service Setting up your future Un...

Welcome to episode 69 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we're joined by Tom Boyd. At the age of eighteen, he joined the GWS Giants as the AFL's number 1 draft pick and was later recruited to play for the Western Bulldogs on a record $7 million contract. In 2016 Tom was instrumental in the Bulldog's drought-breaking Premiership win, playing arguably the greatest game of his career and helping s...

Welcome to episode 68 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we chat about how to win when rates and costs are up. We discuss: 1 Percenters: How to win in this market Philip Lowe’s take on the economy Are businesses actually making more money? Raising your prices Savings at an all time high RBA miscalculating inflation The opportunity in pain Preparing for the worst Setting yourself up for success...

Welcome to episode  67 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we chat about the challenge businesses face with the jobs & skills shortage, creating job roles and fostering talent, lowering the working age to 13, utilising an offshore workforce and the 4 day work-week trial. On this episode, we discuss: Reading The play: Unemployment at an all time low Increase in migration Creating job roles and fo...

Welcome to episode 66 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we're talking Business and Government Grants. What you should know about them, how to find the suitable ones for your specific industry, Jase's experience and the process of applying. On this episode, we discuss: 1 Percenters: Knowing what grants are available Grant application search tool Jasons experience applying for grants Business me...

Welcome to episode  65 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we chat through the proposed 2-year rent freeze, Nicks thoughts on increasing negative gearing, the build-to-rent initiative and much more. On this episode, we discuss: Reading The play: 2-year rent freeze plan slammed Capping rental income  Rent growth vs inflation National rental affordability scheme Nicks thoughts on increasing negati...

Welcome to episode 64 of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we're joined by Future Advisory Director, Shelley Henry. We chat about her biggest career influence, the experience of becoming a Bikram yoga teacher, the importance of tracking employee wellbeing and taking care of yourself. On this episode, we discuss: Shelley's background Growing up in the country Shelley’s biggest career influence Cha...

Welcome to episode 63  of The Numbers Game. On today's show, Marty runs us through his 13 steps to becoming a corporate athlete. On this episode, we discuss: 1 Perecenter: Marty's 13 steps to becoming a corporate athlete Check out the free resources from Inovayt here. Send us an email: hello@thenumbersgamepodcast.com.au The Numbers Game is brought to you by  Future Advisory  &  Inovayt . Hosts: Ni...

Welcome to episode 62  of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we chat about the UK's approach to mortgage buffers, how the cost of living assessment is calculated and the financial challenge people now face once their pre approval runs out. On this episode, we discuss: Reading The play: The struggle to buy property UK Mortgage buffers Australian  affordability buffer system Pre approval expiry anxi...

Welcome to episode 61  of The Numbers Game. On today's show, we chat about equity crowdfunding, the power of niching and using google trends to validate your business idea. On this episode, we discuss: 1 Perecenters: Different ways to fund your business Thread Heads crowdfunding success Investment platform Birchal   Business type that are the easiest to fund The power of a niche Using google trend...

Welcome to episode 60 of The Numbers Game. On today's episode, we chat the origins and thinking behind the Michelin Star rating system and the power of creating a complimentary offering in business. On this episode, we discuss: Reading The Play: The Michelin Star rating and it’s origins Creating a complimentary offering Thinking outside the box Check out the free resources from Inovayt here. Send...