Ep 490 - Young & Driven: Max Tebbs’ Journey to Launching Clean Car Collective
This is a podcast Luke recorded for Keep The Change. If you haven't listened to it yet we believe this will inspire you and be insightful to learn about how a young person built a business from nothing.At just 13, Max Tebbs started cleaning cars to fundraise for refugees. Today, the 18year old runs Clean Car Collective, Wellington’s leading car detailing business with a full studio, mobile fleet, and over 125 five-star reviews.In this episode, Max shares how he turned a side hustle into a thriving company (including signing a lease at 17) and how he’s balancing business growth with his personal journey toward financial independence. Max’s story is a great reminder that you don’t need to wait for permission to build something meaningful and that smart financial thinking can start at any age…even at 13!We cover:Scaling from solo operator to team leaderSmart money moves for young entrepreneursMarketing lessons (and early mistakes)Wild stories from working on high-end carsHow young people are thinking differently about money todayWhy “burnout” needs to be explored not just acceptedIf you're building your own thing, thinking about your future finances, or just love a good underdog story, this one’s for you.Max business: https://cleancarcollective.co.nzLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-tebbs-011468253/
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Ep 489 - One in Two Business Owners Are Over The Age of 50
With many businesses expected to hit the market, this podcast explores the opportunities that could arise for those looking to purchase. We’ll cover what you need to consider before making a move and how to prepare for a successful acquisition.Due Diligence Checklist - https://nextadvisory.kartra.com/page/buyingbusinessBook a time to talk with Phil: https://calendly.com/philsmith/buyingFind us here:Book a call with us: https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlineVisit our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/Access to our free business planning and cashflow module: https://www.skool.com/nextadvisory-business-basics-5934/about
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Ep 488 - Insights from Provisional Tax 7th May 2025
The third and final provisional tax payment for the 2025 financial year was due on 7 May. In this podcast, we’ll share our insights from reviewing the tax positions of over 100 businesses, and what we observed across the board.Find us here:Book a call with us: https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlineVisit our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/Access to our free business planning and cashflow module: https://www.skool.com/nextadvisory-business-basics-5934/about
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Ep 487 - From Apprentice To Master Franchisee w Reon Paterson (SmithAndSons.co.nz)
Following your interests can open many doors. It can build many doors too. In this episode we sit down with Reon Paterson from SmithAndSons.co.nz who is on a mission to turn builders into business owners and make sure Smith And Sons is a household name in New Zealand. He started on the tools himself and has spent 3 decades in the industry. Today he oversees 27 Smith And Sons franchise owners and plays a big role in ensuring they have what they need to be successful.
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Ep 486 - Scaling Impact, Not Just Income: John Bell’s Story of Purpose Driven Business
Leaving behind a thriving corporate career, John Bell chose a different path one rooted in legacy, community, and real impact. In this inspiring conversation, John shares his powerful journey from working 70-hour weeks in a corporate giant to founding Kauri Wealth (www.kauriwealth.nz), a business built on helping everyday Kiwis take control of their financial futures. Discover how a pivotal life moment, a pink Post-it note, and a deep passion for education sparked a mission to empower thousands of New Zealanders with better KiwiSaver decisions. Business owners will take away valuable lessons about incremental progress, the power of financial literacy, and why investing in your people’s future is one of the best investments you can make. If you're searching for a reminder of why impact matters more than comfort and how a simple step today can change hundreds of lives tomorrow this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
The #WHATSNEXT Podcast is a life changing resource that you can use to make huge impact in your business & life! Hosted by Chartered Accountants, Luke Kemeys & Phillip Smith. With these two leading the charge, there is no doubt that you'll find a heap of value and a non jargon approach to business. Consider nextAdvisory as the value library for business resources. Listen to find out #WhatsNext for your business.Grab our free business planning template our most successful client's use:https://nextadvisory.nzWant to book a call with us to discuss your business? Folow the link below:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlineFollow us on Facebook, YouTube Instagram and LinkedIn.
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