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Business Uncut

Reuben Bergola and the team at New Wave Accountants & Business Advisory are changing the game for small business tax and growth advice. This podcast is perfect for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to understand how to grow and scale their business.In this series of raw, unfiltered discussions, founder of one of Australia’s fastest growing accounting firms, host Reuben Bergola will break down key business, accounting and taxation topics; chat to various industry professionals and

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9:03

How We Saved an E-Commerce Business $1 Million in...

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2025/10/14

In this short episode of Business Uncut, Reuben walks you through how New Wave Accounting helped an e-commerce business avoid over a million dollars in tax within just two months without increasing revenue or taking unnecessary risks. By reviewing their existing tax structure and identifying missed opportunities, we restructured their setup, recovered overpaid GST, and secured grants they weren’t aware of. If you’re scaling a business, this episode is packed with insights that could make a big

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9:38

Why Every Business Owner Needs a Director's...

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2025/10/10

In this episode of Business Uncut, Reuben dives into a crucial but often overlooked aspect of business planning: the director's succession plan. He shares real life examples of businesses that faced major challenges when disaster struck without a plan in place. From frozen bank accounts to family disputes, learn why having a clear succession plan can make all the difference in protecting your business, your assets, and your legacy. Tune in to discover a simple, three part framework that can

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41:27

Building Wealth Beyond the Business

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2025/08/26

In this episode of Business Uncut Reuben and Anthony from New Wave Financial Planning explain how business owners can balance running and growing a business with building personal wealth. They cover when and how to extract surplus cash, tax-effective strategies including SMSFs, and options for short and long-term investments.The conversation also addresses risk management, insurance, succession planning, and the importance of cashflow awareness and advisor collaboration(accountant, financial

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23:07

Kickstart Your Financial Year: Strategic Planning for...

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2025/07/07

Welcome to another episode of Business Uncut with Reuben. In this episode, we dive into essential strategies for starting the new financial year on the right foot. As the financial year begins, it’s crucial for business owners, whether solo operators or leaders of large teams, to set actionable goals, reflect on the past year's performance, and plan effectively for the future.Reuben shares his personal approach to planning, including the importance of taking time to reflect on the previous year’s

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09:01

The Profit Mindset: Breaking Limiting Beliefs and...

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2025/06/05

In this short episode of Business Uncut, Reuben dives into a crucial mindset shift for business owners: how to stop letting the fear of taxes hold you back from growing your business. He breaks down the common limiting belief that more profit equals more tax and explains why putting tax first can stunt your business’s growth. Instead, Reuben encourages business owners to focus on profitability, cash flow, and scalability, with tax being a natural by-product of a healthy, successful business. Reuben

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50:15

Scaling with Smarter Marketing: Paid Ads, AI &...

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2025/05/13

In this episode of Business Uncut, Reuben teams up with digital marketing expert Sam Barnes from Fourth Wave Digital to unpack how businesses can scale faster and smarter using paid ads, AI, and data-driven strategies. From cost-per-lead to automation and lifetime value, they dive into the real levers that drive sustainable growth — not guesswork. Whether you're starting from scratch or stuck on referrals, this episode is your roadmap to building a scalable, profitable, and modern business.

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10:38

How Trump's Tariffs Will Affect Australian Businesses...

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2025/04/22

In this episode of Business Uncut, Reuben dives into the impact of Trump’s tariffs on Australian businesses, especially eCommerce owners and exporters. He breaks down how these tariffs can squeeze margins and expose weaknesses in operations, offering actionable strategies to adapt. From renegotiating with suppliers to pivoting your pricing model, Reuben shares crucial advice for navigating the challenges ahead. With a looming trade war, it’s time to make changes now to protect your business

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28:32

Essential Legal Agreements Every Business Owner Needs...

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2025/04/14

In this episode of Business Uncut, Reuben sits down with Jameson Smith, Director of New Wave Law, to discuss the critical legal agreements every business owner should have in place. Whether you’re a startup or an established entrepreneur, Jameson explains the importance of foundational legal agreements like shareholder agreements, intellectual property protection, and contracts with suppliers or clients. Tune in for invaluable insights into how these agreements help safeguard your business and

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16:24

Rebuilding Your Business: Steps to Profitability and...

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2025/04/07

After a break, Business Uncut is back! Join Reuben who is diving into the most crucial steps for business owners who are struggling and want to get back on track. In this episode, Reuben will walk you through the key strategies he has used with some of his clients to turn around their businesses, focusing on increasing profitability and improving cash flow. If you're feeling stuck and overwhelmed, this episode is for you. Whether it’s refining your financial strategy, streamlining operations, or

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49:48

Navigating Legal Essentials for Small Businesses in...

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2024/06/03

Join hosts Ana Lukac and Callum Farrugia from New Wave Accountants as they sit down with esteemed lawyer Jameson Smith to unravel the critical importance of shareholder agreements in small businesses. In this insightful episode, you'll learn the basics of legal protections, how to safeguard your business interests, and why a robust shareholder agreement is a must-have for any small business owner. Don't miss this essential discussion packed with actionable advice and expert insights that can help

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41:35

2024 Tax Planning for Small Businesses in Australia

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2024/05/08

Reuben and Callum delve into crucial updates and strategies for 2024 tax planning in Australia. They uncover the secrets to minimizing taxes, explain recent changes in ATO debt management, and demystify anti-avoidance measures. If you're a small business owner seeking clarity and a way to stay ahead in the ever-evolving tax landscape, this episode of *Business Uncut* provides actionable insights and expert advice tailored for your success.

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31:27

Embracing the 30-Hour Work Week & Utilising an...

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2024/04/24

In this revealing episode of Business Uncut, Shaneel, CFO and Partner of New Ways Accounting, and Ana, the Practice Manager, unravel the intriguing concept of a 30-hour work week strategy they have successfully adopted. They discuss how this unprecedented initiative boosts productivity, improves employee quality of life, and results in a happier and healthier workforce. This insightful conversation shines a light on the obstacles faced in implementing this strategy, the positives that came out of

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07:16

Implementing Effective Business Bonus Schemes -...

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2024/04/11

In this episode of Business Uncut, Ana, a Practice Manager at New Wave, is joined by Shaneel, New Wave's CFO, to discuss the intricacies of creating efficient bonus schemes in businesses. They discuss the evolution of such systems in their own company, moving from solely team-based or individual performance-based schemes to a hybrid model that caters to a broader range of employee motivations.Shaneel emphasises the importance of transparently presenting the bonus criteria and targets to the

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31:55

2023 Tax Planning Gems for Small Businesses in Australia

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2023/05/03

With the ever-changing tax rules in Australia, it is hard to navigate and find the right advice on how to ensure that you are minimising the tax on your hard-earned profits! In this episode, Reuben Bergola, Managing Director of New Wave Accountants and host of Business Uncut, sits down with Gold Coast Accountants Roland and Callum to discuss the important issues around Tax Planning and Minimisation for Small Businesses in 2023. To get in touch with Callum, Roland or a Gold Coast Tax Accountant and

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29:20

A Guide to Business Entity Structures with Rachel...

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2021/11/18

There are four commonly used business structures in Australia: Sole trader, Partnership, Company and Trust. We recommend that all Business Owners take the time to understand the responsibilities of each structure because the structure you choose can have a big impact on the tax you're liable to pay, asset protection and costs. Perhaps you are set up as a Sole trader but now you're business has blown up, and is growing more quickly than anticipated? Maybe you're running multiple different businesses

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29:33

Better Business Habits with Callum Farrugia, Client...

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2021/10/28

Time is a luxury that most businesses don't have... so how can business owners better manage the resources that they do have, and build better habits for success? In this episode, Reuben Bergola, Managing Director of New Wave Accountants and host of Business Uncut, sits down with Senior Client Manager, Callum Farrugia. At only 25 years of age, Callum has fast tracked his accounting career at New Wave, putting his passion for people into practice as one of our amazing Client Managers. Callum and his

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38:55

Debunking Financial Planning Myths with Wayne Kampen

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2021/09/16

We've all heard of those Financial Planners... the glorified sales people, the ones hungry for commission who charge huge fees and deliver poor quality results... yep, they've really made a dent in this industry. Never fear, we're here today for some REAL TALK around real financial planning. In this week's episode of Business Uncut, host Reuben Bergola is joined by Wayne Kampen, Director of New Wave Financial Planning. As a business owner or individual, do you find yourself asking… What are my

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25:39

Insurance War Stories with Amanda Bird

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2021/09/08

Insurance... but not as you know it. In this episode, Managing Director of New Wave Accounting and Business Solutions and host, Reuben Bergola, chats to Amanda Bird of New Wave Insurance. Amanda embodies the spirit of community which shines through not only in our office, but through her client network, her family and her community sport involvement and activities too. With decades of experience in the insurance industry under her belt, Amanda now runs her own successful insurance business, New

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20:59

Meet Alex Moloney - Country boy, our tallest...

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2021/09/01

In this episode, for the first time, we chat with one of our New Wave team members. Meet Alex - Country boy, our tallest Accountant*, Assistant Client Manager and avid AFL player. Listen as Reuben and Alex discuss Alex's journey from country Victoria to the sunny Gold Coast. Alex shares his advice for up-and-coming accountants, his experience with and passion for helping businesses and individuals in the Allied Health industry and his controversial opinion on RM Williams boots... To get in

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24:33

The End Goal in Mind - Strategic Planning for Small...

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2021/07/27

In this week's episode, we take a deep dive into strategic planning for small business. Founder of New Wave Group and host, Reuben Bergola, encourages listeners to plan with the end goal in mind. Too many times we have seen small business owners struggle to meet the demands of their businesses and lose sight of the future, leading them to get stuck in the daily grind, unable to escape the 9 to 5, and enjoy work-life balance as originally planned. Don't become a prisoner in your own business: listen

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