The boring sh!t in business Podcast with Amy Bajada

EPISODE 35 : Ensuring your numbers are comparable

How lucky are we as business owners to live in a time when we have access to an abundance of analytical information about our businesses … but with great power comes great responsibility!  In this episode I wanted to take a moment to discuss the importance of ensuring that the information we choose to use and the sources of which we choose to draw the information from must be neutralised to ensure that when we do compare the information to make decisions when it comes to our business, that we do so with the information in it’s comparable format … take a listen x

EPISODE 34 : 5 Questions to building a better budget for 2022

In this episode I chat about an article from Paula McMillan, a member of the AICPA (American Institute of Certified Public Accountants) Personal Financial Specialist Credential Committee who suggests that there are 5 key questions you should ask yourself to build a better budget for 2022.  It's an exploration of questions to assist in building the foundations for a successful budget for 2022 given the changes we've been through in 2020/21.

EPISODE 33 : Lets chat about GST

In this episode of the Boring sh!t you need to know in business, I take a look at the basics of GST here in Australia.  Such an edgy subject for most small business owners because there is this cloud surrounding the lack of understanding that forces many to put it in the too hard basket.  So here I wanted break down the stigma attached to this concept of GST, and discuss the basics and the simplicity in which you can tackle GST in your business.  And most importantly, discuss the cash implications and how getting on top of it early can eliminate the stress of meeting those GST payment obligations with dread.

EPISODE 32 : Getting your financial information in order

Boring I know! But hear me out ... I'm a big fan when it comes to keeping things simple.  So this episodes explores the building of financial foundations in your business, and how ensuring that you clearly identify what you want from it, can guarantee you build it for simplicity and success.  The first time!

EPISODE 31 : Sammi Tupper - TSID Clothing

On this weeks episode of The boring sh!t you need to know about business, I am joined by Sammi Tupper, the owner of TSID clothing, an online clothing store on a mission to sell clothing for real women!  Sammi and I explore the journey she has taken to date to transition going from a start up bricks and mortar clothing store to a successful online retailer. It's a great story ... so be sure to have a listen!

EPISODE 30 : Handling debt and good habits to get into

Debt is often synonymous with sleepless nights .. but entering into debt doesn't need to be.  In this episode, we work through ways to change the relationship with debt in business and how to manage the obligations to best work for your situation.

EPISODE 29 : Tash Harris - Suga Mumma Bakes

I'm excited about this episode, as I get to sit down with the lovely Tash Harris from the delectable Suga Mumma Bakes to talk about turning a passion hobby into a thriving business.  Everything from growth to change, building a business to suit personal needs whilst still ensuring the financial stability for her family.  It's a great discussion, I certainly loved every minute of this chat and I know you will too.

EPISODE 28 : Collecting money

Henry Ford said ... "it's not the employer who pays the wages, employers only handle the money.  It is the customer who pays the wages."  In this episode, I talk about the dreaded concept of collecting money but more importantly examine the strategies that are available to ensuring that this process isn't all consuming or stressful and can actually be successful each and every time.

EPISODE 27 : Neil Lofts - ezi-Pac

Neil Lofts from ezi-Pac 3PL and Rework solutions joins me on today's podcast to talk about logistics and small business.  Logistics whilst commonly associated with big business, is a feature of any and all product based businesses.  Neil and I talk through the components of an effective logistics strategy for any business regardless of size, and discuss why getting the costing right is so important for a businesses growth.

EPISODE 26 : Financial Coach vs Accountant/Bookkeeper, a perspective

In today's episode I get to address one of the most commonly asked questions I get asked ... and that is about what I do vs an Accountant/Bookkeeper.  Here I challenge the notion whether my role in small business replaces the roles of an Accountant or Bookkeeper in a business, and explore the differences.  I'm excited to share my response to this and provide more insight into how I can help.