The boring sh!t in business Podcast with Amy Bajada

For small business owners, the holiday season can be a time of celebration and relaxation, but it can also bring about unique financial challenges.

Commonly referred to as the "silly season," the period encompassing Christmas and New Year's can disrupt the regular flow of business operations. Offices close, clients go on leave, and the recovery of debtors can slow down significantly. This can have a substantial impact on a small business's financial stability, making it critical for business owners to be well-prepared.

In this episode, lets discuss and explore the various financial aspects of the silly season and provide key strategies to help navigate this challenging period successfully.

Take a listen. A x

Key moments throughout the episode;

• Strategies you can implement now to help cope throughout the silly season [04:18]

Running a small business is a juggling act at best, where you're continually balancing various responsibilities, from managing the day-to-day operations to keeping a watchful eye on your bottom line.

Whilst all this is going on … I tend to find that often pricing strategies get overlooked, or forgotten all together. Its significance can be extremely underestimated, but the truth is, your pricing strategy is the cornerstone of your small business success.

In this episode, we will delve deep into why it is imperative to focus on your pricing strategy, particularly in the context of the ever-changing landscape of supplier costs, and how to align it with the bigger overarching financial goals of your business.

Take a listen. A x

Key moments throughout the episode ...

• What is cost pass through and why it's important to understand [04:58]

Whilst I know most of us as business owners have heard the term Profit and Loss, or P&L or even income statement in our time (well at least I hope most of us have) … this conversation is more of a way to reignite the discussion around your P&L, to give it a little more life that perhaps it’s been given now.

You see, this conversation was spawn from the many discussions I have with business owners, who know they have one, know it’s important and all, but aren’t doing enough with it. Knowing what I know about a profit and loss statement, it would be remiss of me to not have this discussion, as I know so many are missing out on the wealth of knowledge that can be found in them.

So in this episode, we’ll explore what a profit and loss statement is, why it is indispensable for you as a small business owners, what critical elements it contains, and what invaluable insights you can derive from it.

Take a listen … A x

Key links mentioned throughout the episode

• Profit & Loss Template www.amybajada.com.au/pandl

Break-even goes beyond being a mere buzzword in the business world; it stands as a fundamental concept that, when truly comprehended, can profoundly influence your business‘s financial success. And by "financial success," we mean the whole gamut – from profitability and pricing strategies to the lifeblood of your business: cash flow.

The magic of the break-even point lies in its power to transform the way you approach marketing, inventory management, time allocation, and sales strategies.

In essence, it will guide you through the financial maze of running a business, and it deserves more importance and attention than it often receives in the business world.

Ready to get serious about your break even point? … take a listen. A x

Key moments throughout the episode ..

• The impact breakeven has on specific elements of your business [03:36]

Oh and for those interested in developing a robust pricing strategy for your business, be the first to join my waitlist for my new Small Business Pricing Course!  Simply email [email protected] with the subject line "Pricing Course" and I'll send you some key information about it's launch, along with an amazing deal that you won't want to pass up.

As business owners we often find ourselves embracing, what I call, the shiny objects ... you know the things I'm talking about, product development, product testing, websites, instagram grids, social media, logos ... you know all the things.

Yet when it comes to tackling the hard stuff, the real stuff ... we often find ourselves afraid. Afraid of knowing the real results, the real profits OR losses ... the real reason you may not be making money, or even that your passion, your baby may not be working.

I get the fear is real ... but what are you really afraid of? Let’s chat about this. Take a listen. A x

Ways you can face the fear ...

Join my Small Business Cashflow Course waitlist (back on the 16th October 2023) www.amybajada.com.au/sbcc

Schedule a discovery call to discuss where you want to go with your business www.amybajada.com.au/discovery

Join my email list to have access to resources, support and notice when new resources are developed www.amybajada.com.au/signup

In the world of business, every financial decision is a high-stakes gamble. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out, the ability to think realistically about your financial moves can be the difference between thriving and floundering.

Thinking realistically about financial moves in your business is not about being overly cautious or pessimistic. It's about being well-prepared.

As you contemplate your next investment or financial decision, there are critical key factors that demand your attention. Return on Investment, timing of that return, how to budget for these and how adverse you are to the risk associated with these decisions.

Let’s chat about them … take a listen. A x

Key moments throughout the episode ...

• What is ROI [02:08]

Need a forecasting tool ... why not check out my financial spreadsheet to assist you here www.amybajada.com.au/pandl

If you'd like to examine your business decisions and ROI further, schedule a free discovery call www.amybajada.com.au/discoverycall

Join the waitlist for my Small Business Cashflow Course at www.amybajada.com.au/sbcc

Being a small business owner is an exhilarating journey filled with passion and dedication. You've built your dream from the ground up, nurtured it, and watched it grow.

However, amidst the hustle and bustle of running your business, it's easy to overlook a critical aspect – managing your personal finances. Many small business owners struggle to understand and balance their business finances, let alone their personal ones.

In this episode, I wanted to explore how you can effectively manage your personal finances as a business owner.

Lets break it down into simple steps and practical advice, making it easier for you to navigate the financial waters of both your business and personal life. Take a listen. A x

Key Takeaways from the episode:

• 3 Simple ways to set clear boundaries for your personal and business finances [07:52]

To learn more about managing cash, join the waitlist for my Small Business Cashflow Course www.amybajada.com.au/sbcc

To discuss how you can establish a financial management plan, set up a free discovery call www.amybajada.com.au/discoverycall

In the world of business, success and failure are two sides of the same coin. While success is undoubtedly what every business owner strives for, failure is often feared and avoided at all costs.

However, it's time for a shift in this perspective. As business owners, we need to embrace failure as a stepping stone to progress. Failure isn't the end; rather, it's a vital part of the journey toward success.

In this episode, I wanted to take a moment to discuss the reasons why failure should be embraced in business and how it can pave the way for growth, innovation, and long-term success.

As custodians of businesses great and small, we find ourselves at a crossroads: it is time to not only accept but to warmly embrace failure as a catalyst, a stepping stone, and an agent of transformation in our pursuit of progress. Take a listen. A x

Key moments throughout this episode

• Time to reframe the perspective on failure [04:06]

Ways we can work together;

• Book a free discovery call at www.amybajada.com.au/discoverycall

In this new emerging landscape, the pursuit of personal aspirations has given rise to a surge in small businesses and side hustles. Whether driven by passion, necessity, or a combination of both, individuals are increasingly venturing into these realms.

However, the path to success is a delicate dance between reinvesting profits back into the business and maintaining one's personal financial stability. In this episode I wanted to explore the intricate balance needed between these two crucial concepts and explores strategies on how to find the right balance.

If you run a side hustle or a small business, you’re gonna want to listen to this one. A x

Key moments throughout the episode..

• What is Reinvestment for small business [03:01]

• Set clear financial goals [10:10]

To book a discovery call with me, head to www.amybajada.com.au/discoverycall

In the bustling world of owning a business, where time is a precious commodity and every decision feels like it could tip the scales between success and failure, it's not uncommon to find small business owners scrambling to juggle numerous responsibilities.

Between the whirlwind juggle of customer interactions, product development, and marketing strategies, there's one area that often ends up on the back-burner: paperwork and financial management.

But why do such ambitious individuals, who pour their heart and soul into their business, shy away from facing the numbers? Whilst we can convince ourselves it’s either boring, difficult or a bit of both … the reality is if you’re serious about running a business, this part should be neither.

For business owners who've been procrastinating on their paperwork, it's time to view it as more than just a chore. It's an opportunity to unlock a world of knowledge that can pave the way for success. The initial unease might give way to a sense of empowerment and control that takes the business to new heights.

take a listen. A x

For more information on ways to embrace your paperwork, book a discovery call with me at www.amybajada.com.au/discoverycall

To join the waitlist for my Small Business Cashflow Course head to www.amybajada.com.au/sbcc