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The Bottom Line

Alexander Spencer

The Bottom Line is a show designed to help Australian businesses succeed. On the show, you"ll hear from leading Aussie business owners as they share the lessons they"ve learned building their companies. You"ll learn from their successes, as well as some of the challenges they"ve faced along the way. We also talk to experts from a range of fields who share specialised techniques you can use to improve your business. Produced by accounting and business advisory firm Alexander Spencer.

business management

All Episodes

41:35

What you need to know before managing your own super...

The Bottom Line ·

2025/03/31

Rony John is an SMSF Manager at Alexander Spencer as part of AS Wealth Advisors. AS Wealth Advisors provides personalised strategic financial guidance and wealth management advice. In this episode, Rony explains what a self-managed super fund (SMSF) is and how he helps his clients understand their options. He shares real client stories of how they’ve used super to build wealth and what to consider before setting up an SMSF. Resources and links: AS Wealth Advisors website Rony John on

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53:29

Becoming a better speaker with Trang Nova

The Bottom Line ·

2025/03/17

Trang Nova is a Business and Speaking Coach. Trang works with entrepreneurs and aspiring speakers to teach them how to speak with confident authority and be recognised as leaders both on stage and off. In this episode, Trang shares how a snail altered the course of her career and took her from being a physiotherapist to being a speaking coach. She emphasises the value of preparation and authenticity for a good speech and shares advice for working on the foundations of great speakers including

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38:43

Why small actions are more powerful than big ideas...

The Bottom Line ·

2025/03/03

Zaffar Khan is the Corporate Strategist for Cocoon SDA Care. Cocoon SDA Care delivers personalised care to help people with disabilities live with greater independence, safety, and an improved quality of life. In this episode, Zaffar lays bare his entire career journey from driving taxis and how that led to his neighbours calling the police to his first business, to bankruptcy, before rebuilding and branching into other businesses. He discusses how those experiences influenced his business

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47:16

How policing teaches teamwork, resilience, and...

The Bottom Line ·

2025/02/17

Aret Muradyan is a Lawyer and retired Sergeant with the Victoria Police. Aret retired from Victoria Police after thirty years of service, and his approach to management today is influenced by the lessons he learnt on the force. In this episode, Aret shares his journey with policing and its impact on his management style. He opens up about how police use “work mode” to manage high-stress situations, the importance of mental health support and peer-to-peer aid in addition to professional

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35:33

Aggressive or defensive: Choosing an investment strategy

The Bottom Line ·

2025/02/03

So you have savings, but they aren’t growing as fast as you’d like. That’s where investing comes in. In this episode, David and Sevan discuss different investment methods and the key differences between defensive and aggressive investment strategies. David also shares the “Rule of 72” with Sevan, explaining how to calculate how long it will take to double your investment through compound interest. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter

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36:10

A guide to selling your business

The Bottom Line ·

2025/01/20

In today's episode of The Bottom Line, Sevan is joined by Craig Sanford from Sierra Legal. After spending 19 years at a major law firm, Craig made the bold move to establish his own boutique legal practice with a unique remote-first model long before COVID-19 made it commonplace. In this episode, you'll hear Craig's insights into preparing a business for sale from a legal perspective, how Sierra Legal operates differently from traditional law firms by avoiding personal budgets for lawyers, and

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24:40

Why do businesses fail?

The Bottom Line ·

2025/01/06

You’ll find a lot of newly minted millionaires on social media bragging about their new Lamborghinis and how business success is as easy as wanting it badly enough. By contrast, it feels like every other week we’re seeing news stories about major Australian businesses entering administration, liquidation, or otherwise struggling in the current economic climate. So what’s the difference between a business that succeeds and one that fails? In this episode, Sevan and David discuss the

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33:03

Work hard, play hard: The strategic power of a...

The Bottom Line ·

2024/12/23

Eyob Yesus is the Chief Events Officer at Icon Corporate Events. Icon Corporate Events is a corporate event management firm with many years of experience planning and executing everything from conferences and exhibitions to galas and Christmas functions. In this episode, Eyob digs into different kinds of corporate events, their benefits, and how they tie into a larger marketing or branding strategy. He highlights the importance of running events with purpose and post-event activities before

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38:57

Happy staff are the key to a happy business

The Bottom Line ·

2024/12/09

David Campbell is a Partner at Brand Rebellion. Brand Rebellion is a brand and workforce consultancy firm dedicated to helping organisations empower their workforce and enhance their brand. In this episode, David discusses why he and his wife founded Brand Rebellion and the lessons they’ve learnt along the way. He expands on the importance of employee engagement, continuous learning, and tailing business strategies for the individual. He also shares practical tips for fostering a positive workplace

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33:57

How Alexander Spencer became a top 100 accounting firm

The Bottom Line ·

2024/11/25

In today’s episode, Sevan takes a seat in the guest chair as he is interviewed by David Posterino, co-host of The Bottom Line and director of AS Wealth Advisors. Sevan Tuna is the Managing Director at Alexander Spencer and host of The Bottom Line. Sevan shares his journey. He highlights the importance of mentorship and growth opportunities for all team members and how his strategic initiatives led to Alexander Spencer joining the ranks of Australia's top 100 accounting firms. Resources and links:

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37:09

Cubicles or collaborative space? Designing the right...

The Bottom Line ·

2024/11/11

Peter Craig is the Managing Director at ODC Design. ODC designs and constructs innovative, modern offices for businesses. Peter and the ODC team helped to execute the new offices for Sevan and the Alexander Spencer team. In this episode, Peter explains how office design has evolved over the past three decades and the important considerations business owners must consider when refurbishing an office. He also shares the one item he vetoed from Sevan’s office wishlist. Resources and links: ODC

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32:48

Financial advisory 101

The Bottom Line ·

2024/10/28

David Posterino is the Managing Director at AS Wealth Advisors. AS Wealth Advisors provides personalised strategic financial guidance and wealth management advice. In this episode, David shares his journey from accounting to financial advising. He explains the benefits of having strong insurance policies and the essential nature of understanding client goals to help them reach their financial targets. Resources and links: AS Wealth Advisors website David Posterino on LinkedIn Connect:

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29:35

Tips for raising funds and attracting investors

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2024/10/14

Frederic Joye is a Managing Partner at Arcanys Ventures. Arcanys Ventures offers investment to innovative and ambitious entrepreneurs to help them achieve their vision in the late-seed and series A stages of tech start-ups. In this episode, Frederic outlines how Arcanys Ventures created a unique investment model that combines talent provision with equity participation. He also provides valuable insights into tech start-up valuations, the importance of effective founders, and the challenges of

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29:52

Balancing strategy, creativity, and digital trends in...

The Bottom Line ·

2024/09/30

Dee Madigan is the Executive Creative Director at Campaign Edge. Campaign Edge is a full-service creative advertising agency. In this episode, Dee offers her insights on building strong brands, engaging audiences, and adapting to the evolving digital landscape. She emphasises the importance of creativity and discusses how understanding your brand and what you bring to the table enables you to execute a successful marketing campaign and build an emotional connection with potential customers.

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23:31

How AI can help gamify work for your team

The Bottom Line ·

2024/09/16

Robert Nisi is the Director and Co-founder of Astute Theory. Astute Theory aims to help businesses navigate the digital landscape by providing a unique cloud-based enterprise management system and digital implementation strategies. In this episode, Robert shares how businesses can leverage AI and customised software to improve efficiency and gain an edge over competitors. He addresses the challenges of adopting new technology and the benefits of gamification before he shares his advice for

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27:02

Everybody is using AI (and you should too)

The Bottom Line ·

2024/09/02

This is part two of our two-part conversation with AI Consultant, Inbal Rodnay, about the impact of AI on small businesses. In this episode, Inbal expands on the importance of developing a workplace AI policy and aims to inspire businesses to make better use of available technology. She also highlights how AI tools like Microsoft Copilot can help with tasks to improve workflow without worrying about security concerns. Resources and links: Inbal Rodnay’s website Inbal Rodnay on LinkedIn

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20:22

What AI can do for your business

The Bottom Line ·

2024/08/19

Inbal Rodnay is an AI Consultant. Inbal provides guidance and support to businesses as they go through the process of integrating AI and automation into their operation. In this episode, Inbal explains the impact of AI tools like ChatGPT and shares her journey of helping accounting firms innovate. She also discusses different types of AI tools and how to integrate them but highlights the importance of upskilling staff while creating an open culture of experimentation. Resources and links: Inbal

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34:43

Why you need video content for your brand

The Bottom Line ·

2024/08/05

Adam Tambakau is the Creative Director at Social Star. Social Star is a marketing agency helping businesses and professionals to build their brands and tell their stories. In this episode, Adam discusses his passion for content creation and the importance of engaging video content for businesses. He explores the evolution of video consumption, common challenges for newcomers to video creation, and practical tips for businesses expanding into video. Adam also shares his personal experience with

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41:01

Negotiate your next commercial lease successfully

The Bottom Line ·

2024/07/22

Christopher Goodwin is the Principal at Goodwin Property Advisory Pty Ltd. For over 25 years, Christopher has provided tenants with expert real estate advice about leasing commercial office and industrial premises. In this episode, Christopher breaks down the complexities of commercial leasing. He shares his top tips on negotiating lease terms, understanding market incentives, and how proper planning helps business owners succeed in commercial leasing. Resources and links: Christopher Goodwin on

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31:36

How thinking sustainably can help small business

The Bottom Line ·

2024/07/08

Doris Spielthenner is the Managing Director of SMA Australia. SMA is a global specialist in photovoltaic and electricity system technologies focused on decentralised, digital, and renewable energy. In this episode, Doris discusses the importance of renewable energy for businesses, the growing consumer demand for sustainability, and the practical steps companies can take towards becoming more sustainable. She emphasises the importance of quality products and describes SMA’s involvement in producing

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