By Azets
Welcome to Bang the Drum, the chart-topping podcast championing ambitious SMEs and entrepreneurs.
Bang the Drum is hosted by Emma Sheppard, a freelance journalist specialising in all things
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The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.
In this special UK Spring Statement episode, four of Azets’ tax experts join host Emma Sheppard for live reaction to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s statement.
Predictions for tax reforms in the UK Spring Budget 2024, ahead of the upcoming general election, are generating significant anticipation. How might these expected reforms influence the overall economic landscape and fiscal outlook?
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
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Host Emma Sheppard is joined by Hayley Kingsnorth, Partner of Accounting and Business Advisory Services at Azets and Mark Rose, Employer Engagement Lead at Bemix.
With the growth of social enterprises, more businesses are being founded to build a better world. From reducing of economic inequality and improving social justice, to implementing environmental sustainability, the panel explores the world of social enterprises.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy it.
Get in touch with Bang the Drum at [email protected].
Bang the Drum is brought to you by Azets, the international outsourcing, compliance, and advisory group. Find out more at azets.com.
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In this episode, host Emma Sheppard is joined by Dan Fallows, Managing Director at Gorilla Accounting and Tim Waterton, Chief Revenue Officer, HappyOrNot.
The panel discusses the value of receiving customer feedback: How to get it, what to do with it, and why building long-lasting, trusted relationships is so important to growth for ambitious businesses and their owners.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy it.
Get in touch with Bang the Drum at [email protected].
Bang the Drum is brought to you by Azets, the international outsourcing, compliance, and advisory group. Find out more at azets.com.
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In this episode, our guests discuss the fundamental role of business leaders and HR professionals in supporting employees' mental health and wellbeing.
This podcast episode includes discussions on mental health and suicide. We want to emphasise that the content shared in this episode is intended for informational and educational purposes only. The conversations within may touch on sensitive topics that could be triggering for some individuals.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues or suicidal thoughts, we urge you to seek help immediately by reaching out to the following helplines based on location:
UK
Mind UK: 0300 123 3393 (open 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday except for bank holidays.
National Suicide Prevention Helpline UK: 0800 689 5652 (Open from 6pm to midnight every day. If you are unable to connect to the main number above you can call 0800 689 0880.)
Ireland
Pieta: 1800 247 247 (open 24/7 every day 365 days a year) or text 'HELP' to 51444 (standard text message rates apply)
Finland
Kriisipuhelin: 09 2525 0111 (open 24/7 every day 365 days a year)
Crisis Helpline: 09 2525 0116 available for English speakers (open times are Monday 9:00 AM–11:00 AM, Tuesday 9:00 AM–11:00 AM, Wednesday 3:00 PM–7:00 PM, Thursday 8:00 AM–1:00 PM, Friday 7:00 AM–11:00 AM)
Denmark
BørneTelefonen: phone 116 111 (open 24/7 every day of the week), or text 116 111
Norway
Mental Helse Hjelpetelefonen: 116 123 (open 24/7)
Sweden
Mind Sjalvmordslinjen: 90101 (open 24/7 to help everyone in Sweden who may be looking for support with suicide)
Bris: 116 111 (open 24/7 365 days a year)
Listener discretion is advised, and we encourage you to prioritise your well-being while engaging with this content.
Remember, you are not alone, and there is help available. We care about your mental health, and we hope that this episode can contribute positively to the ongoing conversation surrounding mental well-being.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy it.
Get in touch with Bang the Drum at [email protected].
Bang the Drum is brought to you by Azets, the international outsourcing, compliance, and advisory group. Find out more at azets.com.
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In this special UK Autumn Statement episode, five of Azets’ tax experts join host Emma Sheppard for live reaction to Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s statement.
With economic forecasts showing growth is stagnant and Britain is teetering on the edge of a recession; how has the Chancellor eased these pressures and what support has been offered to business leaders to boost economic growth?
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy it.
Get in touch with Bang the Drum at [email protected].
Bang the Drum is brought to you by Azets, the international outsourcing, compliance, and advisory group. Find out more at azets.com.
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In this episode, host Emma Sheppard is joined by Tom Shakhli, Head of Project Success, Spacehive, alongside Ursula Stone, Founder of The Flower Bank.
The panel explores the world of crowdfunding and how it can enable SMEs and social enterprises to access the capital they need to flourish.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy it.
Get in touch with Bang the Drum at [email protected].
Bang the Drum is brought to you by Azets, the international outsourcing, compliance, and advisory group. Find out more at azets.com.
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In this episode, host Emma Sheppard, is joined by Emma Green, Deputy Director for Cyber Resilience at Dept. for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT); and Paul Kelly, Head of Cyber Services at Azets.
The panel delves into the topic of cyber security and how preventing fraud doesn't have to be an overwhelming task for small business owners.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy it.
Get in touch with Bang the Drum at [email protected].
Bang the Drum is brought to you by Azets, the international outsourcing, compliance, and advisory group. Find out more at azets.com.
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Bang the Drum is back! In this first episode in the new series, host Emma Sheppard is joined by Robert Halfon MP, Minister of State for Skills, Apprenticeships and Higher Education; Victoria Wainwright, Office Managing Partner at Azets; and David Whitson-Black, Global Head of Talent and Performance at Azets.
They discuss the benefits to SME businesses and young people embarking on an apprenticeship and consider how to hire and keep the best young talent.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy it.
Get in touch with Bang the Drum at [email protected].
Bang the Drum is brought to you by Azets, the international outsourcing, compliance, and advisory group. Find out more at azets.com.
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Bang the Drum is back for season 2! Join host Emma Sheppard as we continue our exploration into how SME founders can achieve real, lasting growth for their businesses.
We’ll be discussing everything from effective marketing and PR strategies to help you stand out from the crowd, to protecting your business against cyber security threats.
Ep 1 launches this Monday (16 October) with special guest Robert Halfon MP, Minister of State for Skills, Apprenticeships and Higher Education.
Subscribe now to make sure you don’t miss an episode!
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy it.
Get in touch with Bang the Drum at [email protected].
Bang the Drum is brought to you by Azets, the international outsourcing, compliance, and advisory group. Find out more at azets.com.
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It's the last episode of the S1!
SME business leaders are under more duress than ever before, with economic uncertainty, rising costs, and talent shortages all adding to every day stress.
So, how can entrepreneurs spot the signs they may be approaching burnout? What positive habits can they adopt to achieve a better work-life balance? And what other support is available to them if they feel they need it?
Joining host Emma Sheppard to find out are Leanne Spencer, a bestselling author and expert in corporate wellbeing; Rachel Harris, Director of striveX and founder of ACCOUNTANT_SHE; and Warren Munson, a business founder and Office Managing Partner, whose firm was acquired by Azets in 2022.
Bang the Drum has featured at #1 in the Apple Podcast charts for Management podcasts and #19 in the Apple Podcasts charts for Business podcasts.
Listen, subscribe, rate and review, and share Bang the Drum with others who you think might enjoy it.
Get in touch with Bang the Drum at [email protected].
Bang the Drum is brought to you by Azets, the international outsourcing, compliance, and advisory group. Find out more at azets.com.
#BangTheDrum
The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.