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The Real Solutions Business Podcast

Real People, Real Solutions. You"ll hear local business leaders from Christchurch and around New Zealand share their expertise on how to succeed and make your company stand out.

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00:25:45

8. Moving ahead with positivity with Louise Neville

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2023/03/14

In today’s episode I am joined by Louise Neville, Director, Chartered Accountant and Lead Mentor from Accounting Solutions in Christchurch. In this episode Louise and I talk about what it takes in 2023 and beyond to run a successful and thriving business. The simple truth of the matter is that there are so many balls in the air at any one time, business owners must not only learn the art of juggling those balls but also swapping in and out balls of many different colours in order to evolve, thrive

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00:30:38

7. Business Recovery post a natural disaster

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2023/03/05

Today I am joined by Louise Neville, Director, Chartered Accountant and Lead Mentor from Accounting Solutions in Christchurch. In this episode Louise and I talk about lessons learned post the Christchurch Earthquake sequence on both on a personal and business level. We specifically recorded this podcast for the benefit and support of those business owners who have directly suffered from the chaos and destruction wrought by Cyclone Gabrielle in the North Island of NZ. Louise gives a heartfelt,

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00:21:11

6. Leveraging New Audiences

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2023/01/24

Let's face it, business can be hard. We all face a number of headwinds every day. Aside from cash flow the lifeblood of any business is its clients, without whom there would be no cash flow! Attracting new clients is critical to sustain the lifeblood of any business but many people are left with the question of how do I go about doing this? In this episode I am joined by Cameron Taylor from Timezone One to hear from him about how best to leverage new audiences and win new supporters for your

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00:29:26

5. Video Production with Kaushik Kumar

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2022/12/16

In this podcast I team up with Kaushik Kumar (Forbes 30 under 30 Asia Pacific) who manages Dark Matter a video production/sale video consultancy alongside Dark Spaces which is a specialist 'done-by-you' studio space in Christchurch. Kaushik has a wealth of experience in this space and just happens to be one of the nicest guys you will ever meet. Take a listen to Kaushik demystifying the process that is video content production for business. This episode may just take your business to the next

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00:28:57

4. Medical Incapacity in the Workplace

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2022/12/13

Join us to hear from employment lawyer Sally Cunneen about how employers can look to navigate the issue of an employee who might be medically incapable of performing their role alongside the dos and don'ts of such a scenario. Is there a topic you want covered or a person you want to hear from? You can contact us through the Godfreys Law website, or you can message the Godfreys Law Facebook page. We'd like to hear from you, and any ideas you have about making the podcast better. The Real Solutions

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00:23:09

3. Communicating in a Crisis

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2022/11/22

In today's online world it can be a minefield for business owners when communicating their message or point of view to the world at large. We all know what happens when people go off message on social media! In this episode I am joined by Cameron Taylor from Timezone One. Cameron is a Senior Content Manager from a global creative communications agency with offices across the world. Cameron brings to light his expertise and wisdom on what to do and what not to do in a time of crisis. Is there a

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00:23:22

2. Capital raising for SMEs in NZ

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2022/11/13

On this episode Brad McDonald is joined by Dave Armstrong from Newbrook Ventures to talk about the capital raising landscape for SMEs in New Zealand in 2022 and beyond. Dave gives an outline of the various ways business owners might look to access funding streams outside of the banks in order to seize the opportunities that lie ahead. Is there a topic you want covered or a person you want to hear from? You can contact us through the Godfreys Law website, or you can message the Godfreys Law Facebook

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00:32:38

1. Thoughts on what challenges/opportunities might...

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2022/10/19

Thoughts on what challenges/opportunities might lie ahead for businesses in 2023 with guest Dorian Crighton Director of Baker Tilly Staples Rodway. Is there a topic you want covered or a person you want to hear from? You can contact us through the Godfreys Law website, or you can message the Godfreys Law Facebook page. We'd like to hear from you, and any ideas you have about making the podcast better. The Real Solutions Business Podcast is presented by Godfreys Law - A Christchurch based law firm,

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00:24:25

31. The secret to clear communication

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2021/09/21

We live in an increasingly visual world. Incredibly, almost everyone has a camera in their pocket and the ability to broadcast their message to the world. Even though we have more ways of communicating with people than ever before, most of us still struggle to 'put ourselves out there' or to speak publically in-front of an audience: Two activities business owners and professionals are frequently called on to do. Brad McDonald is joined by Michael Philpott, New Zealand's number one expert in public

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00:39:13

30. Preparing for the next natural disaster

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2021/08/17

We're no strangers to natural disasters in New Zealand. From earthquakes to volcanic eruptions, floods and forest fires, it's not uncommon natural disasters to regularly disrupt our lives and livlihoods. Unlike the earthquake that occurred on February 22nd 2011 which pretty much came out of the blue, the extreme rain and flooding across Canterbury that happened May 2021 was predicted and expected. Local councils from Selwyn to Hurunui and Waimakariri declared states of emergency. Flood waters caused

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00:32:33

29. What are you doing about workplace wellbeing?...

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2021/08/03

It's predicted that mental illness will be one of the biggest facing businesses by 2030. It's more important than ever to create a workplace culture that looks after your employees, so they can continue to look after your business. Brad McDonald is joined again by Chris White. He's a former RAF engineer who now helps organisations develop corporate wellbeing programmes as part of ph360. They covered so much ground around leadership and corporate wellness, we had to split their conversation into two

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00:24:12

28. What are you doing about workplace wellbeing?

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2021/07/20

We spend so much of our lives at work. Could we or should we feel happy about going to work, or is it just a necessary evil? A means to an end. Brad McDonald is joined by Chris White. He's a former RAF engineer who now helps organisations develop corporate wellbeing programmes as part of ph360. In this episode, Chris shares some of his life lessons learned within the RAF and the health and wellbeing industry, including: - What makes a good leader?; - What the RAF teaches about leadership; plus - Why

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00:27:38

27. Loneliness at the top

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2021/07/06

Everyone is after the 'secrets of success.' What business owner doesn't want to increase their bottom line and become more successful? But short of starting the next Enron, how do you do it (legally)? Brad McDonald is joined by Ron Boskell. He's a former General Manager of Hannah's Shoes, plus a General Manager and CEO of the Postie Plus Group in New Zealand. Both are major retail chains employing hundreds and hundreds of people. Today, Ron Boskell mentors other business owners in Christchurch as

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00:22:08

26. Six ways to grow your business

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2021/06/22

Everyone is after the 'secrets of success.' What business owner doesn't want to increase their bottom line and become more successful? But short of starting the next Enron, how do you do it (legally)? Brad McDonald is joined once again by Dorian Crighton, now of Baker Tilly Staples Rodway to cover six proven ways to grow your business and become more profitable. Including: - How to get more customers to buy from you more often; - How one, plus one, plus one can equal 12; plus - Three classic

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00:19:40

25. Your business (probably) isn't cyber secure

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2021/06/08

Cyber attacks are on the rise. It's not a case of 'if' your business might be targeted, but 'when'. Recently, both the New Zealand Stock Exchange and the Waikato District Health Board have fallen victim to coordinated cyber attacks. If those 'big guys' can be taken town, what hope do regular Kiwi SME's have? Owner and operator at Computer Clinic, Patrick Moran joins Brad McDonald again on the podcast, to cover the importance of cyber security, and how to prepare for a cyber attack. Including: - How

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00:22:00

24. Can you force your employees to get vaccinated?

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2021/05/25

It's a big story in the media right now, and we're sure to see it play out in front of the Employment Relations Authority in future. Can you be fired for not receiving the COVID-19 vaccine? Some employees working at New Zealand's borders, managed isolation or quarantine facilities are being redeployed and terminated for not being vaccinated. But is it legal? To discuss this weighty issue, Brad McDonald is joined by fellow employment lawyer James Hobcraft to discuss how and why an unvaccinated

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00:22:51

23. The importance of good IT

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2021/05/11

All businesses need an "IT guy." From businesses with just one laptop, to complicated POS systems, or servers connecting employees around the country, technology and the internet are key for keeping all businesses running. Owner and operator at Computer Clinic, Patrick Moran joins Brad McDonald on the podcast, to cover the importance of making sure your IT specialist knows what they are talking about. Including: - The right kind of experience; - What transparent IT solutions look like; plus - The

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00:20:13

22. Working for social good

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2021/04/27

What's the reason underpinning your business? While some companies look to give back to charity, others find ways to include an element of "social good" in the day-to-day running of their business. Owner of The Little Bone Broth Company, Alex Watson once again joins Brad McDonald on the podcast, to cover the importance of working for social good. The method and ethos underpinning what he does. Including: - The importance of asking for help; - Staying passionate about what you do; plus - Some of the

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00:20:51

21. Dealing with business growth

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2021/04/13

We've had a few conversations with people who have dealt with stress and struggles, but what do you do when everything is going well? Perhaps too well? Owner of The Little Bone Broth Company, Alex Watson joins Brad McDonald on the podcast, to cover his business' meteoric rise to success and the challenges that posed along the way. Including: - The importance of a marketing plan; - Staying small for as long as you can; plus - What can happen if you follow your dreams. Is there a topic you want

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00:26:38

20. Improving financial performance

The Real Solutions Business Podcast ·

2021/03/30

Now you've checked in on how your business is performing, what can you do to make it better? Chartered Accountant Louise Neville, director of Accounting Solutions Ltd joins Brad McDonald on the podcast again, to build on their ideas from the previous episode. Including: - How to turn a strategic plan into an actionable business plan; - The benefits of being accountable to a mentor; plus - Six simple changes that will improve your cashflow. It's not essential to listen to episode 19: Measuring

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