Pocket Money

The days are shorter, the nights are colder, and the paperwork is piling up. It's tax time here in Australia! Whether you use an accountant or file on your own, there can be a lot to consider about your personal circumstances, and a whole lot of detail around insurance, superannuation, and shopping smart at this time of year.On this episode of the Pocket Money podcast, we are joined by experts from across the financial spectrum to talk about getting a good deal, the importance of income protection, and managing your finances around tax time.

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Online or off, it can be a dangerous world out there. In this age of high-profile data breaches, mass-market scams and catfishing, we can no longer overlook how important it is to protect your financial and personal life from prying eyes.

This week on Pocket Money we are joined by a data security expert (a real-life hacker), and ACCC Deputy Chair Delia Rickard to explore the steps we need to take to protect our identities and finances from the many scams out there, from SIM swapping to social media. In this episode, you'll learn about the risks of joining public wifi networks and keeping a careful eye on your increasing digital footprint.

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Talking about money is an uncomfortable topic for most of us. But avoiding these awkward conversations could be setting our careers back. When it comes to negotiating our pay, things get complicated fast.

How do you know how much you're worth? What are the best ways to bring it up with your boss? When is the right time? Say you just got a job offer, should you just accept it as is?

In this practical, how-to episode of Pocket Money, we speak with Claire Hatton and Greta Thomas, co-hosts of the Don't Stop Us Now podcast, to shed light on these and more overwhelming questions. Together, we explore the taboo subject of pay, how to navigate salary negotiations and the glaring wage gap between men and women in the working world.

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Fishbowl Sashimi has spent the last three years building a restaurant empire, from its capital on the shores of Bondi Beach in Sydney.

On this episode of Pocket Money, we sit down with Nic Pestalozzi and Nathan Dalah, co-founders of the popular sashimi salad chain about how Fishbowl was born, and their plans for the business in the months and years to come.

We explore the unique challenges that come with selling something as personal as food, to the basics of how food businesses price a dish, and even how new businesses like Uber Eats and Deliveroo impact their restaurant. Nic and Nathan also share some insight into how building a brand centred around sustainability, health and have brought them such success.

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When it comes to money, women face a unique set of challenges that often leave them shortchanged. From the gender pay gap, career breaks if they start a family or care for family members, diminished super, or just not having the time to focus women can find themselves left behind when it comes to taking care of their cash.

Whether you're kickstarting your career or planning your retirement, getting married or breaking up, today we'll be tackling the unique decisions that women need to make when handling their finances.

On this episode of Pocket Money, we speak with Bauer Media's Finance editor, commentator and financial literacy campaigner, and author of the just-published "A Real Girl's Guide to Money", Effie Zahos.

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Getting paid to play your favourite sport. Sounds amazing, right?

We sat down with GWS Giants co-captain, Phil Davis and tackle the hidden costs of being a professional athlete, and are excited to bring you a new perspective on the world of sport.

We dig into the details of life off the pitch, to find out what it's like to have a job that's dependent on your physical health and the types of financial decisions do you have to make for a career with a pretty short lifespan.

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What was your dream job when you were a kid? How did it change as you got older? On this episode of Pocket Money, we're putting the dream job in the interview seat, checking its resume and calling up its references.Whether you're deciding how to choose a career, or feel like you're at a dead-end with your work, this is the podcast for you.

Thank you to our guests Jane Jackson, Ben Southall and AFL star Phil Davis.

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The conversation around employee benefits has exploded in the last few years. Led by tech companies and startups in Silicon Valley, more and more businesses are offering shiny new perks and benefits to employees. But, it's not just the tech industry. According to a 2018 study by the National Bureau of Economic Research, 40% of Americans are willing to sacrifice substantial earnings in exchange for non-wage benefits.

On this episode of Pocket Money, we speak with Indeed.com Director of HR for JAPAC, Daniella Meyer, about everything from unlimited vacation to free lunches and parental leave. Most importantly, we discuss how you can have these conversations with your own company to achieve a better work-life balance.

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If you find yourself picking up your phone more than your wallet, you're already part of the fintech movement. From apps to digital banks, new developments in tech and finance are leading to major disruptions in how we spend and manage our money.

What once started as a term to define the tech startups coming to disrupt the big banks after the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) has now changed to include the banks it came to disrupt. From banking and investing, to insurance and loans, this is your beginner's guide to the world of fintech.

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No matter what stage your relationship is in, it's always good to think about the future. Merging your finances might seem like an exciting step, but it could get you in a world of trouble down the road if you don't do it right. On this episode of Pocket Money, we speak with Sydney-based lawyer and family law accredited specialist Fidan Shevket about the dirty secrets of prenups, divorce, and the financial side of breaking up.

The Finder podcast is intended to provide you with tips tools and strategies that will help you make better decisions. Although we're licensed and authorised, we and our guests are not providing any form of financial or legal advice. So please consider your own situation and get proper advice, about your individual circumstances before making any decisions based on anything in our show. Thanks for listening! Full show notes at https://finder.com.au/podcast