

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.
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Apr 4, 2022 • 40min
How to communicate confidently in an online world
Carol Fox is the founder of Carol Fox & Co and the co-author of Confident Communication for Leaders. Known as the Confident Communication Expert, Carol has helped thousands of people to be confident in their interactions at work. In the episode, Carol talks about confident communication and why it’s important for all leaders at work too. She shares the four common communication styles, how to improve your body language and tips for effective communication in today's world of emails and Zoom calls. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 21, 2022 • 30min
Everything you need to know about starting a business in the UK
Mark Wildi is a Tax Partner at Baxter and Co, an accounting firm based in Kent, England. If you're thinking about expanding overseas, then this episode has everything you need to know. In the episode, Mark discusses setting up business in the UK and everything that comes with it. He dives into the nitty gritty – setting up bank accounts, tax reporting requirements and as well as the GST requirements for selling goods and services into the UK. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 7, 2022 • 18min
Part 2: How DISC Profiling can help you win more deals
This is part 2 of a two-part series with Victoria Pyatt, Director at Launchtwo People. As well as being a specialist recruitment company, Launchtwo People is a certified DISC Consultancy firm. In today’s episode, Victoria continues to unpack the concepts that make up DISC Personality Profiling. You’ll also learn about what personality types work well together in a team, how to alter your personality type to win deals with prospective clients, and how to recognise someone else’s personality type without conducting a test. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 7, 2022 • 32min
Part 1: How DISC Profiling can help you hire the right person every time
This is part 1 of a two-part series with Victoria Pyatt, Director at Launchtwo People. As well as being a specialist recruitment company, Launchtwo People is a certified DISC Consultancy firm. Today, Victoria is here to discuss the concept of DISC Profiling and how it can help you make better hiring decisions. In the episode, you’ll learn about your DISC Personality Profile and how to use this knowledge to your advantage. You’ll also learn about what personality types work well together in a team, how to alter your personality type to win deals with prospective clients, and how to recognise someone else’s personality type without conducting a test. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 21, 2022 • 42min
The importance of networking for your business
Today we’re speaking with Warrick Cramer, the Global Director Innovation Strategy at Kyndryl. Throughout his career, Warrick has been an innovator, entrepreneur and strategist. He is the former CEO of Tomorrow Street, Vodafone’s Global Innovation centre. It is here he negotiated the formation of the first partnership between Vodafone and the Luxembourg Government In today’s episode, you’ll hear about Warrick's successful career in technology and innovation. You’ll learn how to succeed in small business, how you as a business owner can work with large corporates and how you can bring technology and data into your business to remain ahead of the pack. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 7, 2022 • 32min
Why taking out the right insurance policy could save your business
Tony Giacobbe is the Senior Account Executive at Wilson White Insurance Brokers, a boutique general insurance broking firm here in Melbourne. Tony’s extensive knowledge of all insurance products enables him to identify the very best solution for his clients at competitive pricing without compromising coverage and service. In today's episode, Tony goes on a deep dive into the world of general insurance. He discusses various policies which have saved Aussie businesses, why cyber insurance is now paramount and just how important it is to take out the right insurance policy. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 2022 • 35min
Why workplace safety isn’t just about preventing accidents
Denise Zumpe is the Founder & Principal of SafeSense and Workplace Safety Founder & Director of CoR Comply. Denise is a highly experienced workplace safety professional, having worked in the field for over 17 years. In today’s episode, Denise discusses Occupational Health and Safety in the workplace and WorkCover. She outlines the process one must take when a workplace injury occurs, how to manage mental health risk as well as physical, and how not abiding by the correct safety measures can result in serious fines. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 10, 2022 • 39min
How to establish KPIs that benefit your business
Tim Ling is a Director at Launch Two Consulting, a business advisory firm that helps clients achieve their goals. In our conversation, we dive deep into the benefits of establishing KPIs and Incentive Schemes in your business. In today's episode, you’ll discover the first thing to do when creating KPIs and Incentive Schemes, how they can benefit staff performance and what can go wrong if you don’t implement them effectively. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 27, 2021 • 30min
The simple health hacks that can improve your business
This is part 2 of our chat with Karim El Bache, Founder and Director of Discovery Group, a health, wellness and fitness brand, committed to inspiring and educating people to be their best, with thousands of successful transformations all over the world. In the last episode, we covered nutrition, sleep and recovery and supplementation. In this episode, Karim discusses all things exercise, mindset and mindfulness, meditation and stress management. He covers the power of meditation and provides tips for how to stay motivated in the long term. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 2021 • 36min
How focusing on health and fitness can improve your business
Karim El Bache is the Founder and Director of Discovery Group, a health, wellness and fitness brand. Discovery Group is committed to inspiring and educating people to be their best, with thousands of successful transformations all over the world. In today’s episode, Karim explains the various areas of health and wellbeing and how they each relate to performance in the workplace, as well as the importance of nutrition, sleep and recovery and supplementation. Finally, he busts a few common myths, shares some hacks to stay on top of your nutrition, and pinpoints just how to get a perfect night’s sleep. Connect: Alexander Spencer website Alexander Spencer on Twitter Alexander Spencer on Facebook Alexander Spencer on LinkedIn This show is produced in collaboration with Wavelength Creative. Visit wavelengthcreative.com for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


