Should I Own A Business?

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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to own your own Business? If so, this is the show is for you! We explore the reality of business ownership to help you to avoid the traps, make informed decisions, and learn about what it really takes to be successful. We'll also hear from real business owners and learn from their experiences of operating their own Business. The aim is to enable you to answer the question, "should I own a Business?"

29: Phillip Kuoch and the success of Goldelucks Doughnuts
Goldelucks was a small family owned Bakery in suburban Australia when Phillip Kuoch was thrust into the role of business owner. After some initial struggles, Phillip has managed to turn it into a thriving business with three outlets plus a booming...
28: The top 5 technology issues facing small business now
We all know that technology evolves rapidly in our everyday lives. The change has been just as great in business. So, how do we keep up with it all when we are so busy running our businesses? In this episode we welcome a special guest, Rutland Smith,...
27: Improving small business survival: lessons from multiple lockdowns
Since 2020 we have worked with dozens of small business owners impacted by successive lockdowns. Many owners were at risk of business failure and requested help to rescue their business. We found some common reasons that help explain why some...
26: Choosing The Right Business Structure
Choosing the right business structure for you can be a daunting exercise. In this episode we chat with commercial Lawyer, Helen Kay, to work through the different types of structures you can use when setting up your new business. We have a look at the...
25: Buying a business-valuation and choosing the best deal structure
Business valuation and choosing the best deal structure can be complex and daunting if you are new to buying a business. Brendan Barrow interviews Pete Seligman as part of our sub-series on Buying A Business. Pete explains some basics about business...
24: Do You Need A Website?
If you are starting a business or turning a hobby into a business do you need to invest in a website? Building, maintaining, hosting and producing content for a website costs time and money. Is it worth it? Or is it better to have a social media...
23: How To Choose A Business Partner
How to choose a business partner is seldom discussed and your choice can make or break your business. Should you have a business partner or not? We discuss practical aspects of choosing the right business partner based upon our experience. There are...
22: 5 Golden rules to successfully engage with customers
If you are starting a business there are 5 Golden Rules for how to talk and engage with your customers so they receive a consistent and authentic message. Attracting sales through good marketing and customer interaction is vital. By applying...
21: How starting a business can affect your family
Starting a new business is exciting but there is a lot to think about before you begin. One thing that we know is often overlooked is the affect that going into business will have on those around you - your family and friends. Get this bit wrong and...
20: Buying A Business-How To Find And Choose The Right One
An expert interview with Pete Seligman on finding and choosing the right business to buy. We discuss where to find a business and the role of business brokers, buyers agents and accountants. Pete shares a proven 555 technique to help you quickly...
19: Health and wellbeing in Business_an interview with Mel Oliech
In this episode Mel joins us to chat about how important it is to look after your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing when setting out to build a business of your own. Mel has an enormous amount of experience in working with existing business...
18: Turn Your Hobby Into A Business
What do you need to consider before turning your hobby or a passion into a business? The trend of people turning their hobbies into businesses is likely to explode in the post-COVID era because so many have lost their jobs and need to find new ways to...
17: Your Money Mindset and Business Success
What is your Money Mindset when it comes to starting or buying a business and will your attitude to money help avoid failure? Having the right attitude to money when you are starting or buying a business is a crucial factor to success and yet many...
16: Buying A Business - Where To Start?
If you like the idea of buying a business, where would you start the process? This episode outlines the concept of developing your personal mandate to help you filter potential businesses through the search process. We outline how to judge your...
15: Marketing for the recovery
An expert interview on the hot topic of Marketing for the Covid-19 Recovery with Tracy Weller-McCormack of C4MG. This episode has essential advice for both existing or new businesses who want to know how to get ready for the recovery. Tracy has...
14: How to evaluate your business idea
Welcome to episode 14 which is about deciding if your business idea is worth pursuing. In Today’s show called "How To Evaluate Your Business Idea", we explain a 3 step sequence that will help you with: deciding if your idea is suitable for...
13: Reasons to buy a business in 2020 rather than starting one
Today we have our first expert interview about the advantages of buying a business. 1) We explain the benefits of buying a business over starting a business. 2) Why the Covid-19 downturn will present us with so many opportunities to acquire great...
12: Owning a Health and Fitness Business- what is it like?
What is it like to set up and own a health and fitness business? Find out about the daily routine, the business challenges and rewards you might expect. In this authentic interview with Mel Cook, we hear how Mel overcame a major setback and her...
11: How To Choose Your Support Team
In this episode we talk about the people who may become members of your support team as you build your business. While you might expect some of the roles, others might be a surprise. We list some of the key professionals who can help,...
Special Episode -Owner's Fast Action List For Surviving A Downturn
What should a business owner being doing now to survive a downturn and position their business for the recovery? Coronavirus or COVID19 may trigger an economic downturn or possibly a recession. This special episode covers a 10 Point Fast Action List...

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