The #WhatsNext Podcast
Episodes
Ep 136 - Crypto & taxes (not boring) with Tim Doyle CA
22 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today Tim Doyle, another chartered accountant, joins Luke to share his journey with cryptocurrency and discuss what you need to be thinking about whe...
Ep 135 - The Headline You Must Read Before 2022
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you being sucked in by big headlines from media and news outlets? Luke and Phil discuss click baiting and why you shouldn’t believe everything y...
Ep 134 - Are You Growing For The Sake of Growing?
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As an aspirational business owner you probably love the idea of growth, but before getting carried away you need to ask yourself "am I growing for the...
Ep 133 - FREE Webinar: How to manage cash in business
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are going to be holding a FREE live webinar where we will show you the exact tools and tactics our paying winning formula clients are using to mana...
Ep 132 - Shopify/E-com lessons with Shopify Community Mngr Julian
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today Luke sits down to chat with Julian Bartram, community manager for Shopify. Julian's role is to help Shopify merchants here in Aotearoa. Luke pic...
Ep 131 - The Lolly Scramble of Thoughts
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Who doesn't love a lolly scramble?! Here's some of the topics we throw at you in todays episodes: - Motivational speech- Mental resilience - Caramel ...
Help Us Help Other Business Owners
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Can we ask a favour? Please leave us a review or share our podcast on your social media. This helps spread the word about The #WhatsnNext Podcast and ...
Ep 130 - Traffic Lights + Funding + Saying No
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode Luke and Phil discuss the most recent government announcement covering the new traffic light system, new funding available for busi...
Ep 129 - How To Master Sales: Mike Brunel
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today luke sits down to chat with Mike Brunel author of "Selling is Not Optional: How to Master the Most Important Skill in Business and Life". In his...
Ep 128 - War stories from our quarterly client catch ups
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Luke & Phil have recently completed their quarterly catch-ups with their clients that do business planning. They sit down to share some lessons from w...
Ep 127 - Lockdown Lessons - Peter Leach Kingston Group Property Developers
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Luke Jumps on the phone with Peter from Kingston group to chat about all things business. They discuss what Kingston Group is and what they do, What h...
Ep 126 - Post Lockdown: Where to from here? (LIVE from Phil's deck)
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The lads reunite thanks to the new level 3 restrictions to bring you The #Whatsnext Podcast live from Phil's deck!Luke and Phil kick the episode off w...
Ep 125 - Your Common Challenges Answered
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join us to break down YOUR business challenges - with examples. A few of the topics we cover:- Time management- Priority - Focus- Structure- Clarity- ...
The #Whatsnext Webinar
26 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on this intro to business planning webinar so that you can learn the exact methods our business planning clients are using to achieve the thin...
Ep 124 - Lockdown Lessons - Dave La Pere + Optimising ACC
26 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We tune in with Dave from Kiwiadvisers to learn how he has carved out a successful business with thousands of clients in the financial advice space. W...
Ep 123 - How to help a business near you
23 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How you can support local businesses and get the economy moving as Auckland enters level 3. Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://w...
Ep 122 - (Must Listen) Lockdown Lessons - Viv from Girls Get Off
19 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Luke jumps on a call with Viv from Girls Get Off to discuss how they nailed social media marketing during the nationwide lockdown & their tactics for ...
Ep 121 - Has This Lockdown Been The Hardest?
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lockdown is becoming a struggle... this one is hard. Let's talk about it Auckland.Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#book-onlinehttps://www.instagr...
Ep 120 - Lockdown Lessons - Mikey Smith
12 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A five week lock-down is a blip on the radar in terms of a 5 to 10 year plan' - Mikey Smith from Mortgage Performance. We tune in with Mikey to find o...
Ep 119 - Donations - How To Claim 33% Back
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Luke sits down to explain how we can claim back one third of our donations. There is potentially one billion dollars of donations that have gone uncla...
Ep 118 - Supply Chain Issues
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Supply chain issues - what is it, how the current lockdown could be affecting it, and what you can do about it. Find us here:https://nextadvisory.nz/#...
Ep 117 - Lockdown Update
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lockdown Update- Wage subsidies- When are we out of here? (Auckland)- What does the future look like- What is fueling the economyFind us here:https://...
Ep 116 - The Importance Of A Well Communicated Plan
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Luke and Phil sit down to discuss the importance of strategic planning and a well communicated plan. They give some real-life examples and give busine...
Ep 115 - Increasing Sales During Lockdown
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lockdown can be a tough time for businesses and business owners. Luke and Phil sit down to discuss some of the ways to think about making sales during...
The #whatsnext Emergency Update
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus episode! We are sharing some of the conversations we have been having with clients and some of the questions we have been receiving in relation ...
Ep 114 - Do You NEED A Company To Have A Business?
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Registering as a company may not be the best option when starting a business. In today's episode Luke and Phil discuss company vs sole trader and give...
Ep 113 - Focus - Tips & Tricks
15 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you finding yourself constantly getting distracted? In todays episode Luke and Phil give their tips and tricks on staying focused. They discuss di...
Ep 112 - Discount - Why Would You Give Away Money?
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're going on a discounting deep dive! We're discussing the impact discounts can have on a business and the differences between service and pro...
Ep 111 - WARNING! Starting A Business Can Mess With You
08 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking of starting a business? in today's episode Luke and Phil dig into some of the things that aren't necessarily so great about starting a busine...
Ep 110 - It All Starts With A Vision For Our Olympians & You
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's being a medal-winning Olympian, a successful business owner, or having your dream lifestyle, it all started with a vision. In today's epi...
Ep 109 - Opportunity Cost - How It Impacts You
01 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Opportunity cost, what is it? In today's episode Luke and Phil break down what opportunity cost is, give examples of it in business, and discuss how ...
Ep 108 - MEGAPOD - Our Shocking 2021 Predictions Revisited
29 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's epsiode Luke and Phil revisit their predictions for 2021 and discuss if they predicted correctly or not. They also give their predictions f...
Ep 107 - Don't Just Think About Yourself
25 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to take a step back and think about those around you. In today's episode Luke and Phil discuss putting yourself in the shoes of your custome...
Ep 106 - Provisional Tax 28th August - MUST Listen 😳
22 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're talking about everyone's favorite topic... TAX! Luke and Phil are back on the mics to help you understand how provisional tax works and ho...
Ep 105 - Do You Hate Your Life?
18 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is buying a business your silver bullet to fix a life that you hate? In today's episode Luke and Phil chat about how buying a business may not be the ...
Ep 104 - Outsource Your Way To Better Margins (Using Technology)
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Luke and Phil are discussing how you could outsource aspects of your business to get better margins. They discuss identifying issu...
Ep 103 - The Importance Of Building Resilience
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're back with some new intro music - let us know what you think! In today's episode Luke & Phil are chatting about resilience. They discuss ways in ...
Ep 102 - Superannuation - Is It Part Of Your Plan?
07 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Retirement might be a while away but have you given much thought to what life will be like when you hit 65? Luke and Phil are back to chat about relyi...
Ep 101 - Is There A Shortage Of Good Labour?
04 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you an employer and struggling to find good labour? In today's episode, Luke & Phil give you a few points to think about when it comes to finding,...
Ep 100 - What We've Learnt From Recording 100 Podcasts
01 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 100 of the #whatsnext podcast! In today's episode Luke and Phil reflect on the past 99 episodes and share what they have learnt during their t...
Ep 99 - Doing Things You Don't Want To Do - Why It's Important
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Luke and Phil talk about the importance of doing the things we don't want to do and the benefits it can have on your life. They di...
Ep 98 - Do You Have What It Takes To Run A Business?
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
So you're thinking of becoming a business owner? In today's episode, Luke and Phil discuss the things you need to think about before taking the plunge...
The Next Level - Values -Why No One Can Explain What They Value
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back! A bonus episode of The Next Level podcast on Values. How you can create your own set of values and why you would do so. Not something th...
Ep 97 - Are We Really 6 Months Into The Year?
20 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's halfway through 2021 and time to reflect on how your year has been going so far. Have you achieved any of the things you set out to do at the beg...
Ep 96 - Lessons For 18 Year Olds - Phil Goes Back To School
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Phil recently went back to the old stomping ground to have a chat with a group of high school leavers. In this episode, Luke & Phil chat about the wis...
Ep 95 - New Zealand - How Could We Do Better?
13 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've all heard that Kiwis are laid back, but could this be to our detriment?After a conversation with an Immigrant about what they don't like about N...
Ep 94 - WHY Is It Worth Hiring An Accountant?
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Paying for an accountant - Is what you put in worth what you get out? In today's episode, we discuss the value an accountant can bring and whether or ...
Ep 93 - Complacency In Business
06 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we discuss the impact that becoming complacent can have on your personal stress and well-being and the wider effects it can have o...
Ep 92 - Wages Vs Drawings
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss something a lot of our clients struggle with, wages vs drawings?We give you some help in deciding what's right for you and ...
The Next Level Wrap Up
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've come to the end of the framework and have a look back through each of the episodes quickly. There has been a lot of content to work through and ...
Ep 91 - We Are Hiring, Can You Help?
30 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The rumours are true... we are hiring!Today's episode is dedicated to explaining the role we are hiring for and describing an ideal candidate in the h...
Episode 90 - Inside The Budget, The Numbers Revealed
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're back chatting number with what Phil calls the "brilliant budget"... brilliantly bad that is! Tune in to get an easy-to-digest breakdown of New Z...
The Next Level - Powerful Principles To Build An Audience
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
An audience is a key asset for every business or individual trying to share a message. It is something we aren't taught about and fundamental if you a...
Ep 89 - Referrals | Asking For 1 Or 100?
23 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we're discussing thinking outside the box when trying to build up your referrals and client base. We also talk about increasing th...
Ep 88 - Productivity AGAIN. Why It's Your Unfair Advantage
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Productivity, an investment in you" Luke and Phil are back chatting about productivity and how it can get you ahead. They kick things off with shari...
The Next Level - Consistency & Perseverance | When Life Happens
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Perserverance - continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, obstacles or failue. Life happens to all of us and stops us in our t...
Ep 87 - Why Did We Go Missing For A Week?
18 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are back from our week-long hiatus and here to explain why we were away and have a catch-up on what we have been up to since we've been gone. Find...
The Next Level - Stand Out | Zigging When Others Are Zagging
15 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
These days, one of the easiest ways to stand out is actually just to be yourself and be authentic. In a world where everyone is continuously watching ...
The Next Level - Worrying; A Waste Of Time
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Data suggests that 80 to 90% of the problems you worry about ever turn into real problems. Why are we so bad at worrying and how can we train ourselve...
The Next Level - How To Go Exponential With Cause & Effect
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The reason things happen. Seems pretty simple right? If cause is 'the things that makes other things happen' and effect is 'the results' then why is t...
EP 86 - Tell The Truth Faster | Go On, Do It
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Dont waste your time, dont waste other people's time, tell the truth faster!"In today's episode, Luke and Phil discuss the importance of telling the ...
The Next Level - Delete Distractions & Get Focussed
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Distractions, they are everywhere you look. These days we are so disracted we don't even realise we are being distracted. The problem with that is we ...
Ep 85 - LinkedIn | How To Crush The Platform
02 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Let's chat about the big L word... LinkedIn!Are you capitalising on what LinkedIn can offer you and your business? In today's episode, Luke and Phil d...
Ep 84 - Ever Lost Your Mojo For Your Business?
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Going through the motions? Dont have the energy to do the things that are going to take your business to the next level? You are not alone! In today'...
The Next Level - Who, NOT How | Achieve More
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The pitfall of the entrepreneur 'I have to do it all myself'. It's time we had a chat about that to see how far that will take us. When we grow up we ...
Ep 83 - So You Want To Buy A Business? What You Need To Know
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we play everyone's favourite game... corporate bingo!Luke & Phil chat about the things an accountant, financial advisor, or lawyer will be looki...
Ep 82 - Is That A Good Use Of Your Time?
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you spending your time on things that aren't actually benefitting your business? are you pouring energy into tasks that could easily be done by so...
The Next Level - Affirmations (ADVANCED)
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is it all a lot of rubbish or will affirmations really going to help you become a better person? We look into how your thoughts are so important to de...
Ep 81 - Why It's Important To Reflect
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Stop and smell the roses, OR reflect on how far you've come (you might have some spare time while sitting in Auckland traffic!). In todays episode Luk...
Ep 80 - Perfection | Does It Exist?
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In todays episode Luke and Phil talk about perfection. Does it exist, should you be striving for it, and does it really benefit you or your business?F...
The Next Level - Self Belief | Install It Forever
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The belief you have in yourself. Lets be honest, this is one of the biggest diseases in society right now. We are going to tackle how we can install u...
Ep 79 - Is More Profit Worth The Tax You Pay?
11 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Accountants or radio hosts? Luke and Phil are back on the mic's chatting tax with a cameo from everyones favourite 70's band!Find us here:https://next...
Ep 78 - STOP! What Do You Actually WANT From Life?
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you going to university just to please your parents, staying in a job you hate because you dont know what else you would want to do, or living lif...
The Next Level - Child Size Goals Are Slowing You Down
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Simply doubling what you did last year isn't a goal. That's the tactics of children, not advanced, aspirational high performers. We are going to learn...
Ep 77 - Entertainment | What Can You Claim?
04 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Work hard, play hard, and decrease your taxable earnings! In todays episode Luke and Phil talk you through the ins and outs of claiming your entertain...
Ep 76 - Why Mikey Thinks ANYONE Can Do It | Interview
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mikey is back to chat business with the lads!A few topics they discuss in the episode is sharing P&L statements with staff so they have a better under...
The Next Level - The Inner Voice Holding YOU Back
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Just when we were about to make huge progress we hear that inner voice telling us we aren't good enough. That voice is an absolute dickhead and we are...
Ep 75 - DIY Cash Planning | How To Have A Go For Yourself
28 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to bust out the excel spreadsheet! In today's episode, Luke and Phil take us through the steps to be able to complete your own cash flow pla...
Ep 74 - FEAR - The Killer Of Your Progress
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Don't let how you feel be the determining factor of what action you take.” In today's episode, Luke and Phil discuss fear and why you shouldn’t l...
Ep 74 - Will Property Tax Changes Lead To House Prices Rising?
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do the new property tax changes have you confused? In today's episode, we bust some myths surrounding the new changes and discuss the effect the chang...
The Next Level - Goal Setting (Advanced ONLY)
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to set some goals. We are going to do it the proper way by figuring out which goal will have the biggest impact on our life. Goals are usual...
Ep 73 - Is It Time To Increase Prices? 67% Of Others Are
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode luke and Phil chat about increasing your prices. It's time to whip out your profit and loss statement! With 67% of business owners ...
The Next Level - WHO Do You Want To Become?
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've thought about viewing ourselves as a character, now it's time to figure out who we want that character to be. The best version of ourselves? Our...
Ep 72 - MEGA Pod - Strengths With A VERY Special Guest
14 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever been asked to name your strengths during a job interview and struggled to answer? This one is for you!Luke sits down with Suze Oh from Think.Plan...
The Next Level - Building YOUR Character
11 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Next Level - The Podcast within the podcast. Advanced techniques for people wanting to improve themselves and their lives. We dig deep into method...
Ep 71 - $5k Assets | Year End | Minimum Wage Increase
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we cover accounting... boring, we know!! But this WILL be worth listening to if you're a business owner. We cover some time-sensitive topics th...
Ep 70 - Do You Need To Go To University To Run A Business?
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"C.A is life" "I am a hero" - Just a few phrases Phil used to say about himself when studying accounting! But do you actually need to go to university...
Ep 69 - Were We Wrong About The Property Market?
07 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A favourite topic for people around the country! The property market! Starting with Luke & Phil have a slice of humble pie after the last property bas...
Ep 68 - Control Your Morning, Control Your Day
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we discuss the importance of controlling how you start the day. Personal stories from both of us feature on this episode and will g...
Ep 67 - Weaning Yourself Off Of Govt Support
28 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Phil starts this episode by reading us one of his most recent Linkedin posts around Government Support. This opens the conversation of how we will sta...
Ep 66 - Govt Vs Media Vs Facebook - What A Business Can Learn
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we break down the current social media saga happening across the ditch! Where the government is wanting Facebook to provide the media outlets wi...
Ep 65 - Alright, How's Your Resolutions?
21 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is your check in to see - have you been keeping up with those New Year resolutions?If you have fallen off the wagon, that's okay - we don't need ...
Ep 64 - Why Would You Work With Us
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For anyone new or someone sitting on the sidelines out there! Why would you want to work with us and become a client?Phil starts the list off with our...
Ep 63 - Is This Virus Distracting You
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been calm about the most recent lockdown? We've seen a lot of businesses adapting to the environment as they feel more confident having been ...
Ep 62 - How Not To Blame, Make Excuses & Deny
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Starting off this podcast with Phil spitting out his water... listen to find out why! Today we discuss a client question around "how to stop living be...
Ep 61 - MEGA POD Getting Started With Investing
07 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
INVESTING! is today's topic of discussion; shares, funds, crypto we will talk about it all!We start by discussing how you can actually do it and get i...
Ep 60 - Taking Holidays/Breaks As A Business Owner
04 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we discuss B.O - no not body odour, BURN OUT. Something that is probably just as common if we are honest. Part of avoiding burn out is by taking...
Ep 59 - The Uncomfortable Benefits Of A Coach
04 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Starting off the episode talking about Lukes childhood obsession with planes but then as we get into it we begin to discuss the benefits of a coach/tr...
Ep 58 - Why You Are The Problem
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode could be confronting for you... today we discuss how the business owner can be the problem. It is a freeing conversation but also a hard ...
Ep 57 - The Housing Market
24 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we chat everyone's favourite topic - the housing market! What is with the obsession?From a young age we are educated on how buying a house/home ...