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The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast

The Ash, Hubert & Kevin Podcast

Welcome to the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Pod (AHK). We share finance stories, lessons, and mistakes to help business owners and finance pros understand sometimes complex concepts. Our aim is for you to leave each episode thinking, "Ah, okay. I get it now." About the hosts: Ash: Husband, dad, and strategic finance leader with more qualifications than letters in the alphabet. Hubert: Husband, dad, and the technical finance leader with a passion for anything with engines. Kevin: Husband, dad,

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00:37:06

E45: Aligning Teams with Better Bonuses + Our Beef...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2025/06/26

In this episode of The Ash, Hubert & Kevin Podcast (Accountdads), it’s just Ash and Kev holding the fort while Hubert’s off in the US. We dive deep into Chartered Accountants ANZ’s 2025 Talent Shortage Report — and we don’t hold back.📉 Do we really have a shortage of finance managers and management accountants?💼 What’s broken in the recruitment pipeline?🧠 Can you actually teach strategic finance thinking?Here's the CA Report:

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00:42:05

E44: Building Business w/ High Performance - chat w/...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2025/06/19

In Part 2 of our chat with Phil Diasinos, we dive deeper into what it takes to shift from corporate 9-5er to entrepreneur. Phil isn’t just a business coach and founder of Agora Farm — he’s a former 9-5er who turned his financial & commercial acumen into a vehicle for impact.In this episode, we explore:Recap of Part 1: Entrepreneurial Foundations with Phil Diasinos→ Reflection on Phil’s journey, Agora Farm, & the Critical Mass PodMaking the Leap from a 9-5 Job to Business Leadership→

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00:35:17

E43: Can Accountants Become Entrepreneurs? We chat w/...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2025/06/04

Ask an Accountant if they can run a business. Nahhh...too risky!In this episode, we sit down with local business owner (and friend of the pod) Phil Diasinos — a serial entrepreneur who's done it all. From running a business and biz coaching company, to leading an agricultural nature retreat, to launching men’s health initiatives and hosting his own podcast The Critical Mass — Phil brings a wealth of experience and insight.We dive into:- His journey (education, biz ventures, current projects)-

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00:41:42

E42: How to Build a Simple Yet Powerful Budget For A...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2025/04/29

In this episode of the Ash, Hubert, and Kevin Podcast (Accountdads), we dive into one of the most important skills for finance pros and business owners — budgeting and forecasting.🧮 Learn how to build a practical budget from scratch using Excel📈 Understand the difference between top-down and bottom-up budgeting🛠️ See how scenarios like member growth, price increases, and cost control impact your profits📊 Discover why budgets are critical for managing businesses — from gyms to large

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00:23:39

E41: How to Run a Gym's Finances (Without Losing Your...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2025/04/22

In this episode, we dive into the real-world challenges of running and maintaining a gym business — not just buying it.You’ve got the gym. Now what?From staff structures to recurring revenue models, cost control to member retention — we break down what gym owners actually need to think about to survive and thrive.🔍 What we cover:The startup and recurring costs of operating a gymHow to manage cash vs accrual accountingRevenue levers, operating margins & managing staffThe truth about subscription

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00:39:10

E40: Buying a Gym: The Hidden Financial Red Flags You...

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2025/04/15

Welcome back to the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Podcast — aka the Accountdads! 🎧In this episode, we crack open the books of a real-life Sydney gym that's up for sale. We dive deep into the financials, red flags, hidden opportunities, and everything you should be looking at before buying a business. From rent and staffing to sneaky director loans and telemarketing spend — it's all here.👨‍👦 Plus, we kick things off with some dad chat about camping trips, Disney cruises, and budgeting for

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00:18:01

E39: What the Federal Budget Means for Your Biz (and...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2025/04/07

Ash, Hubert & Kevin (The Chartered Account-Dads) are back for 2025!Whether you're a business owner, accountant, or just want to know if this budget actually affects your job, your customers, or your spend... this episode is for you.💡 What you'll get:How to actually read the budget using AI toolsThe real winners and losers (it's not who you think)How your industry could be affected (construction, tourism, recruitment)Budgeting smarter in your P&L using a business lensWhy talking

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00:40:20

E38: Surviving Economic Downturns: Real Business...

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2024/11/27

In this episode of the Ash, Hubert, and Kevin Podcast, we dive into the challenges of navigating economic downturns and share insights from real-world experiences in business, finance, and leadership. From the COVID-19 pandemic to current economic uncertainties, we explore strategies that help businesses survive and thrive in tough times.💡 Highlights from the episode: Stories from COVID-19: From remote work shifts to redundancy challenges. - Lessons in leadership during crises: Empathy,

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00:16:36

E37: Accountant's Take on U.S. Election Impact in...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2024/11/07

In this episode Kevin breaks down how the recent U.S. election results could impact Australian businesses. From potential trade tensions to currency fluctuations, we explore three key scenarios that could affect Australia’s economy, industries, and job market. Then, we dive into the world of GL/ ERP implementations. Just as a change in leadership requires a smooth handover, setting up a new GL system demands careful planning to succeed. Kevin shares his top five tips for a seamless ERP rollout,

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00:25:27

E36: Setting Up Accounting for a Zoo: Challenges,...

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2024/10/31

In this episode of the Ash, Hubert & Kevin Podcast, we dive deep into Hubert's unique experience of helping establish Sydney Zoo from the ground up. From writing finance policies to implementing accounting systems and handling unique zoo-specific challenges, this episode covers the behind-the-scenes finance work that most never get to see.💡 Highlights from the episode: How Hubert handled finance challenges in a brand-new zoo setting. Implementing finance systems, processes, and policies

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00:28:10

E35: CFO Symposium Sydney Insights: AI, Automation,...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2024/10/22

Hubert is back! In this episode of the Ash, Hubert, and Kevin Podcast, we wrap up our experience at the CFO Symposium in Sydney, where we discuss key takeaways for finance professionals, including the growing role of AI, automation, and talent management. We dive into the future of finance teams, risk management, and how CFOs can drive both value protection and value creation in businesses. 💡 Highlights from the episode: -The evolving role of AI and automation in finance teams. -How finance and

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00:23:33

E34: Budgeting vs. Forecasting: What Every Business...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2024/10/03

In this episode of the Ash, Hubert, and Kevin Podcast, we delve into the essential differences between budgeting and forecasting and how mastering both can drive success in your business. Whether you’re a business owner or finance professional, understanding these financial tools is key to ensuring growth and sustainability. Learn how budgeting and forecasting can give you a roadmap to your business’s financial future while staying agile in a changing market.💡 Highlights from the

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00:18:29

E33: Mastering the First 90 Days: Essential Financial...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2024/09/24

In this episode of the Ash, Hubert, and Kevin Podcast, we dive into the critical financial strategies you need in the first 90 days of running your business. Whether you're just starting out or have been in the game for a while, we break down the key steps to set yourself up for long-term success. From setting up your general ledger and cash flow forecasts to managing stakeholders and measuring key financial KPIs, we've got you covered! 💡 Highlights from the episode: -Essential financial

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00:29:34

E32: Finance Data & Reporting in the first 30 days:...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2024/09/17

It's Ash + Kevin again this week, and we wanted to talk through setting up your Finance data to report & make decisions from in the first 30-60 days. On this episode we discuss: - Introduction to Financial Data and Reporting: Join us as we discuss our journey as finance pros and the importance of turning financial data into business insights. - Data Migration Challenges: Ash shares his experience with migrating from Tableau to Power BI and the lessons learned during the process. -

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00:31:32

E31: Top Accounting Mistakes New Businesses Make and...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2024/09/02

We're back after audit, year end, month end, budget, everything szn.It's Ash + Kevin this week, and we wanted to break down the critical steps to setting up a strong financial / accounting foundation for your business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to revamp your existing finance function, there is something for everyone! In this episode, we discuss: - Why businesses fail and how poor accounting practices contribute - Does an accounting software matter? - Setting up

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00:35:15

E30: Dadisode! Dad Struggles - Balancing Family Time...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2024/05/30

Welcome back to The Banjo Pod, where we dive into the challenges of fatherhood, career, and life. In this special Dadisode, we explore the classic dilemma every dad faces: balancing precious family time with the drive to secure a financial future. Join us for an honest discussion on the sacrifices dads make, the guilt and the joy, and practical tips to navigate this tough balancing act. Show notes: - Lads Update: How are we doing? What’s new? Sick kids and all. - Kevin's Question: The family

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00:30:51

E29: Budget 24 (Brother Eughh!), David Fifita &...

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2024/05/16

The Banjo lads from Western Sydney catchup and dissect the Australian government's Budget, the winners & the losers. Is there ever a Budget that everyone is happy with?PLUS we discuss David Fifita's backflip, and how you can shop around for your next career move too (just like DFif did). *********************************************************************** Welcome to The Banjo Pod! Join Ash, Hubert, and Kevin for a mix of stories, life hacks, career insights, and good old-fashioned

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00:09:51

Ramses The Great Leadership Lessons (Lead Like Series)

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2024/05/01

Welcome to the Lead Like series where we highlight leaders with incredible traits that we can learn from. This video is on how we can lead like Ramses The Great, one of the greatest ever Ancient History leaders. How does a ruler transform a struggling kingdom into a powerhouse of architectural marvels and military dominance that influences generations? Leadership involves more than divine right and grand ambitions (though they certainly play a part). Discover the exceptional traits and

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00:36:25

E28: Tradies are OVERPAID?! Yes or No?

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2024/04/29

As the boys swiped on Tiktok, they came across an interesting video. The REAL numbers behind professions in Australia. The lads were shocked to find that many in the trades earn > $200k …. Cue heated conversation & discussion on the whatsapp group, which flowed into this week’s pod. We have some questions for you, our listeners: Are Tradies overpaid? Why? Why not? How would you fix the apparent ‘broken’ Construction & Trades industry in Australia? We’re not as close to the

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00:31:03

E27: Can Team Sports Boost your Career? Important...

The Ash, Hubert and Kevin Podcast ·

2024/04/21

We often get golden nuggets from other pods, & celebrities that make us ponder. Playing team sports, and how it contributes to career & professional success was a recent pub conversation for us. Join us on the pod as we discuss if playing in team sports really does give you an advantage in the work place. Show notes: Ash’s family Bali trip The lad’s 10 year Cricket Premiership Anniversary celebrations Watching Mark Bouris x Matty Johns snippet on Team Sports Can Team Sports

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