EP 541 - Auckland's Economy Is Dead: Here's What's Really Happening
Book a call for our 90 day business planning program: https://nextadvisory.nz/90-day-business-planning/6.1% unemployment, commercial vacancy rates are up, retail sales are down and yet we've got ministers and mayors who are supposed to be fixing this.Luke and Phil break down the reality of whats happening, why Queenstown is buzzing and the city of Auckland that was once a powerhouse, is now deflated.The data is brutal. The problems are obvious. But where are the solutions from the people in charge?If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/
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EP 540 - How NZ Business Owners Are Winning In A Tough Economy
Buying a business? Book a call with Phil first: https://nextadvisory.nz/buying-a-business/Phil and Luke share real examples from business owners within our community who are winning work right now.The pattern is clear, successful businesses are getting off their ass and doing something. They're not waiting for the economy to improve or hoping their website will magically bring customers.We cover relationship building, asking for referrals, leveraging existing client bases, and why speed beats perfection every time. Plus the mindset shift from "what do I want to do" to "what problems can I solve."Stop being a victim. Start taking action.If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/
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EP 539 - Stop Looking For Short Cuts In Business: Just Do The Work
Book a call with Phil to discuss gaining clarity on your business: https://calendly.com/philsmithMost business owners would rather find a magic solution than do the boring work that actually gets results.Phil and Luke break down why changing accountants won't fix your cash flow problems, why there's no shortcut out of debt, and why the answer is always the thing you don't want to hear: do the work. We share the story of someone who went from $60K debt and on the benefit, to earning $265K by working 85 hours a week. No magic. No shortcuts. Just relentless action.Stop looking for the easy way out. The path through your problems is doing what you already know you need to do.If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/
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EP 538 - Your Business Margins Are Getting Crushed (Here's Why)
Grow your business with our 90 day business planning: https://nextadvisory.nz/90-day-business-planning/Your suppliers are sneaking in price rises while you're still charging last year's prices. Meanwhile, you wonder why your business has no cash.Phil and Luke break down why business margins are getting their margins crushed and what you can do about it to protect yours.The businesses thriving right now are the ones protecting their margins.The ones going broke are hoping things get better. Stop guessing. Start measuring. Check your margins monthly or watch your business slowly bleed out.If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/
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EP 537 - How to Check If You're Paying the Right ACC Rate
Most business owners just pick a random ACC classification code when they set up their company. Then they wonder why their ACC bill is so high.The problem? It's ridiculously easy to get this wrong. You set up a company, they ask for your business industry classification code, and you go "I don't know, that one looks close enough." Meanwhile, there are dozens of subcategories with wildly different rates.We cover why the classification system is so confusing, how to check if you're in the right bucket, and what questions to ask ACC to make sure you're not overpaying. Plus the real reason ACC might be making losses - hundreds of thousands of businesses probably have the wrong codes.If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/
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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