Elephants on Business

Welcome to the Elephant on Business Podcast, improving our small business journey together one episode at a time!

Fan-favourite, Gavin, returns to the podcast to talk about his role as a mortgage broker and how the industry has changed during his time at Elephant Advisory.

Gav provides his expert insights on what the Royal Commission into Banking has meant for home loans, how our finance team helps clients, and what's in store for the future of the mortgage brokering industry.

The content of these episodes is based on our own experiences and knowledge and are meant to be general discussions, not advice. We suggest any listener always seek qualified professional advice tailored to their specific needs.

Watch us: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElephantAdvisory
Our Website: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/
Our Accounting: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/services/accounting

Welcome to the Elephant on Business Podcast, improving our small business journey together one episode at a time!

The accountants are back for episode 40. This week, Oz and Sam discuss the importance of networking and getting the most out of the small business community.

Being a small business owner is tough, which is why effective collaboration can be so pivotal to your business's success and your personal well-being. You'll learn about the value of working with others, how to find fantastic network channels and how to adopt a collective business approach.

The content of these episodes is based on our own experiences and knowledge and are meant to be general discussions, not advice. We suggest any listener always seek qualified professional advice tailored to their specific needs.

Watch us: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElephantAdvisory
Our Website: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/
Our Accounting: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/services/accounting

Welcome to the Elephant on Business Podcast, improving our small business journey together one episode at a time!

To kick off 2023, our accountants are back together to discuss how to set goals and create a vision for your small business.

You'll learn how to identify your business's problems, measure the performance of your operations and set and track your goals, plus much more.

The content of these episodes is based on our own experiences and knowledge and are meant to be general discussions, not advice. We suggest any listener always seek qualified professional advice tailored to their specific needs.

Watch us: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElephantAdvisory
Our Website: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/
Our Accounting: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/services/accounting

Welcome to the Elephant on Business Podcast, improving our small business journey together one episode at a time!

This week, our accountants team up for an accountants-only episode as they discuss financial statements.

Financial statements are a critical part of running a small business. However, they're often overlooked by business owners. Sam and Oz cover everything to do with financial statements, including why they are important and the top 3 things you need to look out for.

The content of these episodes is based on our own experiences and knowledge and are meant to be general discussions, not advice. We suggest any listener always seek qualified professional advice tailored to their specific needs.

Watch us: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElephantAdvisory
Our Website: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/
Our Accounting: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/services/accounting

Welcome to the Elephant on Business Podcast, improving our small business journey together one episode at a time!

As we approach the end of the year, it's as good a time as any to talk about burning out in the world of business ownership.

We outline the key things we've learnt to help combat burnout, including self-care and dietary advice, setting up your work life and how to get the support you need. If you're a small business owner in Australia, this episode is for you.

The content of these episodes is based on our own experiences and knowledge and are meant to be general discussions, not advice. We suggest any listener always seek qualified professional advice tailored to their specific needs.

Watch us: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElephantAdvisory
Our Website: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/
Our Accounting: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/services/accounting

Welcome to the Elephant on Business Podcast, improving our small business journey together one episode at a time!

Debt is a great servant but a terrible master.

Every business needs access to capital in order to survive. But whilst taking on debt is necessary, it doesn't come without its risks.

In this episode, we discuss the four main types of business debt, all the pros and cons, plus our advice for how to manage debt safely and effectively within your business. 

The content of these episodes is based on our own experiences and knowledge and are meant to be general discussions, not advice. We suggest any listener always seek qualified professional advice tailored to their specific needs.

Watch us: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElephantAdvisory
Our Website: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/
Our Accounting: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/services/accounting

Welcome to the Elephant on Business Podcast, improving our small business journey together one episode at a time!

If you're anything like us, getting sales is one of the least enjoyable parts of being a business owner. Luckily, you don't have to be a natural salesman to be effective at winning clients to your business.

We share our best tips for improving your sales techniques, from your communication with clients to closing the deal. Have a listen.

The content of these episodes is based on our own experiences and knowledge and are meant to be general discussions, not advice. We suggest any listener always seek qualified professional advice tailored to their specific needs.

Watch us: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElephantAdvisory
Our Website: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/
Our Accounting: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/services/accounting

Welcome to the Elephant on Business Podcast, improving our small business journey together one episode at a time!

The skill we are discussing this week is leadership.

Strong leadership is one of the biggest driving forces behind a successful business and can shape the culture of a workplace.

Shey and Oz discuss the importance of alignment, choosing the direction of your company and the ways that you can become a better leader as a business owner.

The content of these episodes is based on our own experiences and knowledge and are meant to be general discussions, not advice. We suggest any listener always seek qualified professional advice tailored to their specific needs.

Watch us: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElephantAdvisory
Our Website: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/
Our Accounting: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/services/accounting

Welcome to the Elephant on Business Podcast, improving our small business journey together one episode at a time!

There are few things more important to your business than the customer service you provide. Research has found that 81% of customers say a positive customer service experience increases the likelihood of making another purchase.

This week, the Elephants on Business boys will help you sharpen up your customer service skills and generate greater repeat business. Learn what to do (and what not to do), including effective communication, being positive and building healthy relationships.

The content of these episodes is based on our own experience and knowledge and are meant to be general discussions, not advice. We suggest any listener always seek qualified professional advice tailored to their specific needs.

Watch us: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElephantAdvisory
Our Website: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/
Our Accounting: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/services/accounting

Welcome to the Elephant on Business Podcast, improving our small business journey together one episode at a time!

Today, we're going topical and tackling the takeover of Twitter by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk.

In his first week in charge, Musk announced widespread staff cuts, paid subscriptions for blue ticks and had the whole world talking about his social media platform.

We discuss how this style of business ownership can be applied on a much smaller scale and how small business owners should approach a takeover themselves.

The content of these episodes is based on our own experience and knowledge and are meant to be general discussions, not advice. We suggest any listener always seek qualified professional advice tailored to their specific needs.

Watch us: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElephantAdvisory
Our Website: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/
Our Accounting: https://www.elephantadvisory.com.au/services/accounting