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Welcome to Small Business Banter, the Australian podcast crafted for owners eager to make their business better. Each episode features fellow owners and SME advisers sharing business stories and valuable insights-what they learned, and what they would do differently. Tune in for practical advice on tackling everyday challenges, from staff management, to financing growth, to personal motivation, all linked to how they help their personal and business exit planning. Join your host, Michael Kerr (MBA, Business Broker & Registered Business Valuer), and his guests, for insightful conversation that will help you get more from your business.

Our Recent Episodes

Friday, November 8, 2024 Claude Trimboli, Accountant and Liquidator, on how small business owners can better manage debt to avoid insolvency.

Claude Trimboli founder of Charles and Co, a boutique debt advisory and restructuring firm, talks about the complexities of insolvency and restructuri...

Friday, September 20, 2024 Olga Koskie from Tax Assure on how Australian business owners can tackle their ATO tax debt

The Australian Tax Office is now very active in recovering $52B owed by Australian businesses. In this episode Olga Koskie from Tax Assure outlines th...

Friday, September 6, 2024 James Meldrum co-founder of Whole Kids on a tumultuous 18 years. Rich insights for all founders and owners.

James and Monica Meldrum built a business that lasted 18 years. The business is now in Voluntary Administration. It's compelling listening as James ca...

Thursday, July 11, 2024 Natasha Hawker from Employee Matters on how owners can better manage employees for greater small business success.

Natasha Hawker, founder of Employee Matters, on how exceptional HR practices directly impact small business growth, the current employment relations l...

Friday, June 21, 2024 Ken Matthews from Matthew Steer, leading adviser to family businesses, on his own exit after successfully growing a highly regarded financial services business.

Ken Matthews, founder of Matthew Steer, successfully grew and sold a mid-tier financial services firm. He talks about the importance of scaling & the ...

Thursday, June 13, 2024 Darren Clark talks about helping his clients convert ideas into businesses, and why they benefit from his own, very rich business building and exiting experience.

Darren Clark is the founder of Dazlab, which helps owners convert ideas into businesses. He has founded multiple businesses and has 'in the trenches' ...

Friday, May 3, 2024 Martin Cattach from Finance For Business on where and how owners can access alternative finance to help support their small business

Martin Cattach is a Working Capital strategist, and who small business owners when their bank says No!. In this episode we discuss the stranglehold of...

Friday, April 5, 2024 Mark Rubbo from Readings Books on what it takes to create and sustain an iconic business, and why handing over was harder than expected.

Mark Rubbo (and partners) acquired Readings (founded in 1969) in 1976. What a trip it's been! Almost 50 years on and having stepped down from his day ...

Friday, March 8, 2024 Earl Eddings business founder, chair, mentor and adviser shares his experiences from both sides of a business sale

Earl Eddings is an entrepreneur who has had deep experience starting, selling, and buying businesses. He's as busy as ever in ongoing roles as owner, ...

Friday, February 9, 2024 Pete Seligman Search Investor on finding and inspiring the next generation of business owners.

Pete Seligman is leading from the front in championing the next generation of business ownership. Peter explains what EtA and Business Search are, how...

Thursday, February 1, 2024 Sandy Chong CEO Australian Hairdressing Council and 2023 COSBOA Small Business Champion on pathways from a trade to business ownership.

Sandy Chong has 39 years experience as a business owner, is CEO of The Australian Hairdressing Council and current COSBOA small business champion. In ...

Tuesday, January 16, 2024 Jonathan Roberts on how he and 2 business partners achieved their unconventional exit from One Rabbit after 27 years of working together.

Jonathan Roberts has built and exited multiple businesses. Here he talks about how with his 2 partners they got to a natural exit point and successful...

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