Welcome to "SMARTEN UP!" a podcast aimed to help business owners navigate the complex tax and business landscape. Host Sally Preston simplifies complex tax and business matters for business owners to help them make smart decisions when running their businesses. Expert guests will help navigate financial, tax, and legal issues that are essential for business success.
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Inspirational conversations with extraordinary people. — Including high profile guests like “Selling Sunset’s” Mary Bonnet (Fitzgerald); former UFC champions Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier; former NFL all pros Devin McCourty and Beanie Wells; Senator JD Vance; ultra runner Sally McRae; podcaster Jordan Harbinger; Jiu Jitsu black belts Roy Dean and Nathan Orchard; Beyonce's father Mr. Mathew Knowles; singer-songwriter Siena Bella; personal development coach Preston Smiles; narcissistic abuse ...
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We are all different and each of us can learn a lot about ourselves by listening to others talk about who they are and how they created the person that we talk with. We do some special series to dig deeper into topics that intrigue us. We tend to keep and open mind so expect some of our content or guests to be different than what you are used to. https://tinyurl.com/jr6wvms2
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Be Better Educators. Be Better Humans. The knowledge and tips you don’t get taught on courses and qualifications. Real-life lessons from real-life people with real-life experiences. Listen. Learn. Share
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Exploring the thriving Melbourne arts scene
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The personal stories shared on this podcast serve as an extension of the book and video project, Voices of Hope. It is a living repository of faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sharing stories of how they seek to reconcile their sexual orientation or gender dysphoria, or of those they love, with their faith. You’ll hear how they have chosen to embrace the restored gospel, the inherent challenges they face, and how they’ve found peace and hope in their decisio ...
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Ep. 404 - RELENTLESS WORK ETHIC with Real Estate Coach Will Grimes
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Will Grimes is a real estate coach, former Marine, acclaimed speaker and podcast host. Learn more at https://willgrimes.com Check out Will's podcast Day One Dollar Zero You can Buy Me A Coffee to help support our podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/natehaberBy Nate Haber
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Ep. 403 - BOURBON TASTING with Realtor Seth Young
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Local Cleveland real estate agent, owner and relocation director, Seth Young, joined me for a conversation about real estate while sampling various bourbons. Connect with Seth at Seth Young, CENTURY 21 Real Estate Agent in Pepper Pike, OH You can Buy Me A Coffee to help support our podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/natehaber…
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39: Is Your Not-for-Profit Truly Tax-Exempt? Find Out Now!
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Are you sure your not-for-profit entity is truly tax-exempt? Today, we're diving deep into the often misunderstood world of tax obligations for not-for-profits and charities in Australia. Are you under the impression that your organisation is automatically exempt from taxes? Think again. Sally clarifies the intricate rules and conditions that deter…
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Ep. 402 - OVERCOMING NFL BRAIN INJURIES with the Nakamura Brothers
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Yoshi and Haruki Nakamura joined me for a conversation about finding purpose, Haruki's challenges of navigating life after experiencing head trauma from concussions, and the importance of having a brotherhood around you to overcome life's everyday challenges. Connect with the Nakamura brothers on Instagram @haruki.1343.nakamura @theyoshinakamura Yo…
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38: Five Financial Mistakes To Stop Making In Your Business
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Are your business finances in top shape, or are you making any of these five common mistakes? Today, Sally Preston discusses the critical financial missteps that many business owners usually make. Drawing from her extensive experience in business acquisitions and sales, she shares the top five things you need to stop doing in your business finances…
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Ep. 401 - OVERCOMING SELF-DESTRUCTIVE BEHAVIORS with Jeremy Delk
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Jeremy Delk is a serial entrepreneur and public speaker whose businesses have earned hundreds of millions in revenues over the past 20+ years. His firm, Delk Enterprises, is a VC fund that has holdings in biotech & healthcare, consumer brands, technology, building materials and real estate development. Learn more at https://jeremydelk.com Purchase …
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37: “How Will They Know?” - Let’s Talk About the ATO’s Access to Data
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How much access does the ATO have to your information? The answer might surprise you. Did you know that the Australian Tax Office (ATO) knows about your bank transactions, your overseas income, when you buy a car or property or sell one, when you enter and exit the country? In this enlightening episode, we're diving into a question that sparked a l…
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Ep. 400 - THE GREAT DECLINE: Joe Biden's America
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Joe Biden's great decline was broadcast late June for the world to see when he went face-to-face with Donald Trump. It makes you wonder who's truly been running our country, calling the shots and executing policies for our future. Please consider supporting our podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/natehaber…
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36: Five Business Tax Myths Busted — What You Must Know
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From entertainment expenses to bookkeeping shortcuts, we're exposing the truth behind five business tax myths you can't afford to ignore. In this episode, Sally demystifies the confusing world of business taxes by debunking five widespread myths. Drawing on legal cases and tax law, Sally provides practical insights to help business owners avoid cos…
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Ep. 399 - DEFYING ALL ODDS with Yamu Camara
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Yamu Camara is a CDC data scientist and real estate investor who helps people make rental property income. An orphan from the west villages of Africa, Yamu opened up about her traumatic childhood and the steps she took to ensure a safe and secure future. Learn more at https://sobelproperties.com Please consider supporting our podcast here https://b…
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35: Top 15 Tax Myths Debunked: What You Need to Know Before Filing
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Are you falling for these common tax myths? Get the real deal on what's deductible and what's not. In this episode, Sally Preston tackles some of the most pervasive myths and misconceptions about taxes that could be putting you at risk of ATO scrutiny and significant penalties. For anyone who needs to lodge a tax return you need to understand what …
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Ep. 398 - Bryce Hensley :: Country Music's Next Star?
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Bryce Hensley is a former pro MLB player and rising country music artist who has already shared the stage with the likes of Jake Owen and Kid Rock. He joined me for a chat about country music and his influences, and also played one of his new songs, "Gravel Road Kids." Learn more at https://brycehensley.com Connect with Bryce on Instagram @BryceHen…
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Ep. 397 - CREATE LIFE-CHANGING WEALTH with Mark J. Kohler
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Mark J. Kohler is a CPA, attorney and prominent YouTube personality helping main street business owners and everyday people achieve greater wealth using innovative tax and financial strategies. He is the co-founder of the Directed IRA Trust Company, which allows you to take control of your retirement and invest in various types of self-directed IRA…
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Ep. 396 - AVOID CULTURE KILLERS with Mike Robbins
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Mike Robbins is a corporate consultant, speaker and author of, "We're All in This Together," a book that provides techniques toward redefining team culture in order to build trust and achieve high performance. He also hosts the We're All in This Together Podcast. Learn more at https://mike-robbins.com/ Please consider supporting our podcast here: h…
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34: Navigating GST on Property: Essential Insights for Owners
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Get ready to be enlightened about GST on property transactions - something every property investor and developer needs to know! In this episode, Sally Preston dives deep into the intricate world of GST as it applies to property transactions. From taxable supplies to input tax credits, Sally breaks down the essential concepts that property owners, i…
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Ep. 395 - MOVING ON AFTER DIVORCE with David Glass
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David Glass is an LA-based family law attorney and clinical psychologist best known for handling the high profile cases of Larsa Pippen, Kelly Rutherford and Mariel Hemmingway. He is the author of, "Moving On: Redesigning Your Emotional, Financial and Social Life After Divorce," and hosts TheHourGLASS podcast. You can Buy Me a Coffee to support our…
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33: GST Key Terms and Obligations Every Business Owner Should Know
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Dive into the essentials of GST and make sure you're GST-compliant. Not doing so could result in costly mistakes. In this episode, Sally Preston breaks down the essentials of Goods and Services Tax (GST) in Australia. Whether you're new to business or looking to brush up on your GST knowledge, this episode is packed with crucial information and eye…
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Ep. 394 - LIFE ITSELF IS ABUNDANCE with Preston Smiles
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Preston Smiles is an abundance and personal freedom coach whose mission is to empower others through love, spirituality and transformation. He joined me to share some powerful, life-altering stories and how they would not have happened had he not followed the voice within. Learn more at https://prestonsmiles.com Connect with Preston on Instagram @p…
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Ep. 393 - Phoenix Rose :: A Deep Dive into Domestic Violence
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Phoenix Rose is a domestic abuse survivor who authored the book, "Walking in Aloha: 5 Steps to Living Your God Potential Life." National Domestic Violence Hotline 737-225-3150 You can Buy Me a Coffee to support our podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/natehaberBy Nate Haber
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32: Top 10 Tax Mistakes to Avoid for Investment Property Owners
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Are you ready to find out if you’ve been making costly tax errors with your investment property? Let’s dive into the details! In this episode, we unravel the common mistakes that investment property owners make when lodging their tax returns. With the end of the financial year fast approaching, it’s crucial to get your tax details right. Sally div…
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Ep. 392 - Coach JV :: The Secret Lies Within
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John Vasquez, aka 'Coach JV,' is the founder of 3T Warrior Academy, a coaching program that helps people achieve financial literacy, freedom and generational wealth building. He joined me to talk about how his opioid addiction led to his downfall in 2006 - with an eventual attempted suicide in December of that year - and how he reconfigured his min…
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Ep. 391 - AN INTIMATE CHAT WITH BEYONCÉ’S DAD
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Mr. Mathew Knowles is a legendary music executive responsible for the meteoric rise of the female R&B group, Destiny's Child. The father of Beyoncé and Solange Knowles, Mathew now focuses his efforts on public speaking and corporate advisory. Learn more at https://mathewknowles.com Connect with Mr. Knowles on Instagram @MrMathewKnowles and LinkedIn…
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Ep. 390 - Tom Paladino :: Can Scalar Energy Cure You?
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Tom Paladino is a holistic medical expert and scalar energy researcher who claims that his Scalar Light devices can heal people from a wide range of diseases and addictions, including Herpes, HIV, depression, alcohol abuse and eating disorders. Learn more at https://scalarlight.com You can Buy Me a Coffee to support our podcast https://buymeacoffee…
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31: Innovative Employee Rewards Beyond Pay Rises
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Thinking of raising salaries? Wait! There are smarter ways to reward your team. Unlock the secrets to employee satisfaction beyond paychecks! In this episode, Sally Preston dives deep into the complexities and strategic opportunities of employee remuneration. With the end of the financial year approaching, business owners are often focused on payro…
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Ep. 389 - WHY SOCIETY NEEDS STRONG MEN with Adrian Koehler
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Adrian Koehler is a leadership expert and co-founder of Take New Ground, a consulting firm specializing in organizational transformation and elevating the performance of top-notch executive teams. He also hosts The Naked Leadership Podcast, which has been put on pause as of April 2024. Learn more at https://takenewground.com Connect with Adrian on …
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30: Strategic Tax Planning: Thinking Beyond This Financial Year - Part 2
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Discover how your financial decisions today impact your tax savings tomorrow with our in-depth look at long-term tax planning. In this episode, Sally Preston dives deep into the world of future tax planning, exploring the strategic decisions business owners need to make today to ensure maximum cash flow and minimal tax liabilities in the long run. …
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Ep. 388 - Spotting a Narcissist: Chris Cuomo
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Former CNN anchor Chris Cuomo recently debated comedian and podcaster Dave Smith in front of a live studio audience on the PBD Podcast. Main topics included COVID, mandates and vaccines. It was a brilliant showing from Smith, but a stunning showing from Cuomo who failed to take accountability and apologize for anything he had ever said on these top…
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29: Strategic Tax Planning: Thinking Beyond This Financial Year
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Discover how your financial decisions today impact your tax savings tomorrow with our in-depth look at long-term tax planning. Welcome to another insightful episode of Smarten Up! The Tax and Business Podcast. Today, we're diving into a critical yet often overlooked aspect of financial management — long-term tax planning. While end-of-year tax stra…
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#95 "Self Awareness" w/ Mike Preston
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Send us a Text Message. Mike Preston takes us a journey of self discovery, being brutally honest about his life and how self awareness and faith and helped to make him the person he is. Lewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with the odd guest to support those working in education to be better educators and be better h…
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Ep. 387 - Cheryl Hunter :: Sharing Your Trauma Will Set You Free
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Cheryl Hunter is a TV host and media personality who helps established experts leverage the power of major media to get their message heard by millions. At 18, Cheryl was drugged and raped while on a trip in France. This traumatic event altered the course of her life forever and her healing would not truly begin until she was willing to share her s…
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28: Navigating The Inevitable – Death and Taxes
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Grim but essential — don't let death and taxes blindside you or your loved ones. This episode covers key tax questions to ask when drafting a will, acting as executor, or receiving inheritance. Death and taxes — two certainties in life that intersect when someone passes away. tax implications can significantly impact the assets and wealth you leave…
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Ep. 386 - Justin Buonomo :: Mastering Your Relationship with Money
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Justin Buonomo is the founder of Journey to Financial Freedom, a business consultancy that helps business owners build optimal systems and strategies around money. Learn more at https://journeytofinancialfreedom.co You can Buy Me a Coffee to support our podcast https://buymeacoffee.com/natehaberBy Nate Haber
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27: EOFY Tax Planning 101: Strategies to Reduce Your Tax Bill
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As the end of the financial year approaches, are you leaving money on the table by not taking advantage of tax planning strategies? In this episode, Sally walks you through a ton of useful tactics to slash your tax bill and keep that hard-earned cash money where it belongs - in your pocket, not the ATO's. She breaks it all down into simple, easy-to…
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#92 Bourdieu in Schools w/ Dr Alexander Gardener-McTaggart
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Send us a Text Message. Dr Alexander Gardener-McTaggart simplifies the work of Pierre Bourdieu by discussing how educators can recognise, use and apply Bourdieu's concepts of 'habitus', 'field' and 'distinction' in our day to day interactions with all the school community. Lewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with th…
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#93 'How Not to be a Leadership Dickhead' w/ Steve Sallis
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Send us a Text Message. Steve Sallis retuns to the pod to talk about his new book "How Not to be a Leadership Dickhead". Steve offers a no BS and relationships driven approach to leadership. This episode discusses the dos and do nots of leadership in schools across a range of themes from Steve’s new book including: - Ikigai - Toxic Teams - Managing…
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#94 "No Silver Bullets" w/ Paul Ainsworth
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Send us a Text Message. Paul talks about his amazing book "No Silver Bullets" giving us a huge insight into his vast leadership experience of working in MAT's in the UK. This pod is full of simple ideas for school leaders that can be implemented straight away to ensure some quick wins on your school improvement journey. Lewis and Alan discuss resea…
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26: Secrets to Supercharging Your Retirement with Property Investing with Tracey Norris
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Unleash the power of your superannuation savings and unlock a world of investment opportunities with self-managed super funds (SMSFs) and property. Superannuation savings are often an untapped source of wealth, but with the right strategies, you can make your super work harder for you. In this episode, Sally Preston sits down with Tracey Norris, a …
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Enjoy this absorbing episode of Sunday Arts Magazine with special guest, award-winning Sally McKenzie. Sydney-born playwright, performer, director and screenwriter Sally McKenzie chats to Sunday Arts about the captivating play, WAY: a dynamic, fast-paced journey into homelessness. Sally has been passionate about the arts since her teen years. In th…
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25: Don't Get Caught by Surprise: What Homeowners Must Know About the Main Residence Exemption
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Selling your home? Don't make the costly mistake of assuming it's completely tax-free. Discover the truth about the main residence CGT exemption and how to maximize your savings. The main residence capital gains tax exemption seems straightforward — sell your home and pay no tax, right? Wrong. There are numerous complex rules and requirements that …
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103 | Sharing Your Differences | Steven Hardy-Braz
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103 | Had a chance to talk with Steven Hardy-Braz about his life as an advocate/activist. He advocates for people with hearing issues, for bicyclists, and now that he has survived a potentially life ending car/bike crash he is advocating for people with mobility issues. Worth listening to... Equipment List: Video: Main sequence: Zoom Q8n- 4k on Van…
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Sunday Arts Magazine: David Youings and Jennifer Vuletic
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Two very special guests, David Youings and Return guest Jennifer Vuletic, chat to Sunday Arts Magazine about the play The Grinning Man. David Youings, Music Director, has been passionate about music since a very young age. Not only is he a music director, he is a talented pianist, pit musician, conductor and composer. Based in Melbourne, he is also…
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Ep. 385 - Tommy Whitehead :: From Poverty to Home Renovation Entrepreneur
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Tommy Whitehead is the founder and CEO of TomCo Solutions, a certified LGBTQ+ premier remodeling contractor specializing in complete home renovations. He is the author of, "Building Success: A Toolbox for Coming Out on Top," where he shares his story of climbing out of poverty to run a successful contracting firm. Learn more at https://tomcosolutio…
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24: CGT Basics: Navigating the Fundamentals of Capital Gains Tax
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Capital gains tax can be a daunting and complex topic for many individuals and business owners. With its intricate rules, numerous exceptions, and potentially significant financial implications, navigating the world of CGT can feel like a minefield. Sally takes you on a deep dive into the fundamentals of capital gains tax. She breaks down the key c…
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Send us a Text Message. In the opener to the new series, Lewis questions Alan on why he embarked on his Masters degree and the impact of completing it. Alan discusses his motivations for doing it, the challenges he faced, and the impact this had on his practice. Lewis and Alan discuss research, look at trends and have a good chat with the odd guest…
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#90 How To Build A Culture Of Respect In Your School
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode Lewis and Alan use James Kerr's book: Legacy as a framework for discussing the question: How do you create a culture of respect in schools? The All Blacks are the most successful sports team in the world but how can this be transferred to a school setting? Phrases such as 'sweep the sheds', 'no d********s' an…
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#91 How To Recognise Burnout w/ Andy Sammons
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Send us a Text Message. Andy Sammons came to our attention through his book: 'The Compassionate Teacher'. We were gripped by his vulnerability to discuss his personal experience of 'burn out'. Andy talks about the worst year of his life and how he has used compassion focused therapy to recover from his trauma. Andy raises awareness of the signs and…
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Meet the person behind the captivating Male//Chair exhibition when photographer Garrie Maguire returns to Sunday Arts Magazine. Australian born, Garrie Maguire has been passionate about photography from a young age. He is also owner of the XYZ Gallery in Docklands. Garrie “uses photography to understand the world and his place in it.”(https://garri…
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Enjoy a truly awe-inspiring Sunday Arts Magazine with special guest, award-winning Jo Gilbert. Jo is the author of the book Along the Road to Gundagai: Biography of Jack O’Hagan and Birth of Australian Pop Culture. Jo Gilbert is Jack O’Hagan’s granddaughter and knew him intimately. She manages the Jack O’Hagan Estate and official website(from which…
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Sunday Arts Magazine: Chris Orr and Gavin Brown
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Meet Chris Orr and Gavin Brown, the two artists whose work is displayed in the Motherboard Exhibition, on this exciting episode of Sunday Arts Magazine. Both artists are return special guests to the program. Melbourne born, Gavin Brown has done fine art for forty years, and has exhibited his work in numerous exhibitions. The main theme in his work …
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23: Budgeting and Forecasting: The Pillars of Business Success with Ellie Murdoch
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Plagued by endless questions surrounding budgeting and forecasting? You’ve come to the right place! In this information-packed episode, Sally Preston and Ellie Murdoch delve into the importance of budgeting and forecasting for small businesses. As April marks the time when you should start work on setting your budget for the 2025 financial year, th…
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