This week on the pod, Tim and Dan pour a Hugo Spritz and dive into the nitty-gritty of getting paid from your biz. They break down how sole traders, companies, and trusts all do it differently, and why your personal budget matters more than you think when it comes to tax. Along the way, they swap some travel tales with a side of cultural spice and hammer home why keeping your paperwork in check is a game-changer for financial planning. It’s a classic mix of banter and business — making money talk a little less boring, one episode at a time.

This week on The Two Drunk Accountants, Tim sits down with leadership expert John Munden for a chat that swings from air fryers to Apple, and everything in between. They dive into the big stuff—empathy, kindness, connection—and how those warm-and-fuzzy words actually make a huge impact on team performance and business culture. John shares stories from his time working with companies like Xero and Apple, and why creating psychological safety at work isn’t just a buzzword—it’s essential. Plus, they get real about micromanagement, coaching, and why your team (and your relationships) probably just need a bit more love. Oh, and yes, we do talk about air fryers.

Dan and Tim sit down with the awesome Shari Elle to unpack this thing called Nonviolent Communication — or NVC for those of us who like to keep things snappy. And no, it’s not about yelling less at your coworkers (although... also yes). It’s about actually listening to people, understanding their needs, and not being a total muppet in tough convos.

They get into how this stuff can totally flip the script in both business and personal life. Think: more empathy, more connection, less passive-aggressive Slack messages. Shari drops some wisdom on how tuning into your own feelings (we have those?) can seriously level up how you talk to your team, your family, and maybe even your accountant.

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In our final episode of Tradie month, we are joined by Nic Cox, Co-Founder of Tradies in Business. 

Nic and Tim dig into how AI and smart software can save tradies time, cash, and headaches. From job management to quoting and keeping the books in line — it's the ultimate tech toolbelt for running a slicker biz.

Think you’re charging enough? Think again. Dan and Tim get real about the nitty-gritty of tradie charge-out rates—why most are too low, what costs you're probably forgetting, and how to price like a pro without scaring off clients. From dodgy margins to time-tracking fails, they’re breaking it all down with no fluff. Plus, hear about their big plans for tradie boot camps that’ll get your business firing on all cylinders. If you're tired of working hard for too little, this one’s for you.

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Welcome to Episode 1 of Tradie Month!

Now, you know we love a listical, and in true Tim & Dan fashion we are making a list of the 5 biggest killers of cashflow for tradies.  

No real episode this week as the public holidays take up our time but we have a quick update for you before Dan goes on his 5 week adventure. 

Dan & Tim, accompanied by Dan's guitar are chatting about the upcoming election and what promises each side is making. What does this mean for small business? 

What is going on with these tariffs? How will effect the economy? Why is the stock market so volatile? Economist and friend of the podcast Jeremy Thorpe MD at Bondi Partners comes on to give us the scoop and what to expect going forward! 

This week Dan and Tim give their thoughts on the 2025 federal budget and what is in it for small business! Is it good? Is it bad? Have a listen and find out!