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Slipstream Group is dedicated to helping accounting and financial planning firms to reach their potential.

  1. 30/04/2024

    Episode 78 – Beyond the bottom line: cultivating a winning culture

    In this special episode, Sharon McClafferty sits down with Mike McHenry of SeamlessSMSF to delve into cultivating a thriving workplace culture. Sharon and Mike chat about the profound impact of workplace culture on business success. They explore how a great culture can truly make or break a firm, diving into the key elements that contribute to a thriving environment. They offer practical tips and share their experiences fostering a culture where values, beliefs, and behaviours align to propel their businesses forward. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with real-world examples that showcase how the right culture isn't just part of the business—it's at the heart of its success. Seamless SMSF contact details areEmail: contact@seamless-smsf.com.au Phone: (03) 5226 3599 Website: www.axelerateadvisory.com Slipstream contact details areEmail: hello@slipstreamgroup.com.au Phone: (07) 3221 3796

    52 min

  2. 08/12/2023

    Episode 78 – Funding for accounting and financial planning firms

    In this episode we talk with Con Voultsios of aXelerate Advisory about funding the purchase of equity interest in professional services firms. Con shares some interesting aspects about what banks are looking for when considering finance applications submitted by accounting and financial planning firms. His observations with respect to developing relationships with bank managers are insightful – getting to know their boss and their assistant. Con also has some suggestions about the role a broker can play not just in obtaining a deal but progressing an application through to conclusion. In the interview Con also mentioned a book which he’s read lately – Black Belt. A masterclass for startups and entrepreneurs, by Joseph Healy and David Hornery, the founders of Judo Bank. Con Voultsios’ contact details areEmail:               con.voultsios@axelerateadvisory.com Phone:              0452 619 699 Web:                 https://www.axelerateadvisory.com/ Linked In:           https://www.linkedin.com/in/con-voultsios-8939b34b/ Scott’s contact details areEmail:                scott@slipstreamgroup.com.au Phone:               0409 870 330 Web:                  www.slipstreamcoaching.com.au Linked In:           www.linkedin.com/in/scottcharlton To take an interest in Tim Lane’s music, which is featured on the episode: Facebook:         The Backstick Agenda. (Please go and Like this page.) Website:            www.thebackstickagenda.com/ Spotify:              Search for Tim Lane

    1h 11m

  3. 01/11/2023

    Episode 77 – An equity solution for Financial Planning firms

    In this episode we talk with Richard Hernan of Broadleaf Financial Group about investing in financial advisory firms. Amongst a range of interesting topics, we discuss the roles and resources that an external investor can bring to the table, along with the characteristics of firms in which Broadleaf is interested in taking a long term equity position. Richard also shares some very interesting case studies of businesses that Broadleaf has invested in. In the interview Richard mentioned three of his favourite podcasts, details of which appear below: The Founders Podcast with David Senra. https://www.founderspodcast.com/ Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais. https://findingmastery.com/ The Howie Games, with Mark Howard. https://www.howiegames.com/ Richard referred to Patrick Lencioni’s book, The Ultimate Team Player. To find out more details about Slipstream Group’s Pathway to Succession & Exit workshop, follow this link: https://slipstreamgroup.com.au/pathway-to-succession-and-exit/ Scott also makes reference to the Slipstream Group program on personal development, The Personal Breakaway. To find out more, follow this link: https://slipstreamgroup.com.au/personal-planning/ Richard’s contact details are Email:                  richardhernan@broadleafgroup.com.au Phone:                08 6500 7888 LinkedIn:           https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-hernan-a655267b/ Website:                    https://broadleafgroup.com.au/ Scott’s contact details are:Email:                  scott@slipstreamgroup.com.au Phone:                0409 870 330 Web:                   www.slipstreamcoaching.com.au Linked In:           www.linkedin.com/in/scottcharlton To take an interest in Tim Lane’s music, which is featured on the episode: Facebook:         The Backstick Agenda. (Please go and Like this page.) Website:            www.thebackstickagenda.com/ Spotify:               Search for Tim Lane

    52 min

  4. 27/09/2023

    Episode 76 – Helping others in remarkable ways

    In this episode, we talk with Larry Fingleson of The Edward Alexander Foundation about his career, finding purpose and charitable giving. Amongst a range of interesting topics, we discuss - Private ancillary funds and the roles that they can play in supporting good causes whilst at the same time fostering healthy discussions about money in familiesBringing philanthropy and estate planning into the conversations with one’s clientsEncouraging clients to give while they live so that they see the benefits that flow from their generosity. Some great activities with charitable links that Larry mentioned were: Thread together – New York Marathon https://threadtogether.org/ November 2024Feel the magic bike ride https://magicride.com.au/ Larry also shares some interesting suggestions about reaching out to potential mentors and how to get the best out of the relationship with a mentor. In the interview, Larry mentioned Ikigai, a profound book that he’s read lately, details of which appear below – Ikigai, the Japanese secret to a long and happy life, by Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles Some other books that Larry loves to promote are – Preparing Heirs, Five steps to a successful transition of family wealth and values, by Roy Williams and Vic Preisser Philanthropy – Heirs & Values. How successful families are using philanthropy to prepare their heirs for post-transition responsibilities, also by Roy Williams and Vic Preisser Larry's contact details are Email:                  larry@teaf.org.au Phone:                0407 766 700 Web:                    www.teaf.org.au Linked In:           www.linkedin.com/in/larry-fingleson Scott’s contact details areEmail:                  scott@slipstreamgroup.com.au Phone:                0409 870 330 Web:                   www.slipstreamcoaching.com.au Linked In:           www.linkedin.com/in/scottcharlton To take an interest in Tim Lane’s music, which is featured on the episode: Facebook:         The Backstick Agenda. (Please go and Like this page.) Website:            www.thebackstickagenda.com/ Spotify:               Search for Tim Lane

    35 min

  5. 30/08/2023

    Episode 75 – Introducing Nina Forbes, our new Slipstream Coach

    In this episode we talk with the latest coach to join Slipstream Group, Nina Forbes. Amongst a range of interesting topics, we discuss Nina’s career to date (lots of highlights here!), her views on the future of the financial planning profession and what she is most looking forward to in her coaching relationships. It was great to explore Nina’s career to date, with her well considered views on delivering an integrated accounting and financial planning service to clients a particular highlight. So too, Nina’s common sense advice in hiring, training and incentivising paraplanners makes for compelling listening. Nina also shares some interesting aspects about a business she co-founded, built up and eventually sold to a large and well respected organisation. In the interview Nina mentioned Unsung Science, a podcast she enjoys. Hosted by David Pogue, it can be readily located via your web browser or your preferred podcast platform. Nina’s contact details are:Email:                 nina@slipstreamgroup.com.au Phone:               0412 013 685 Web:                  www.slipstreamgroup.com.au LinkedIn:           www.linkedin.com/in/nina-forbes-a8637449/ Scott’s contact details are:Email:                  scott@slipstreamgroup.com.au Phone:                0409 870 330 Web:                   www.slipstreamgroup.com.au LinkedIn:           www.linkedin.com/in/scottcharlton To take an interest in Tim Lane’s music, which is featured on the episode: Facebook:         The Backstick Agenda. (Please go and Like this page.) Website:            www.thebackstickagenda.com/ Spotify:               Search for Tim Lane

    45 min

  6. 22/06/2023

    Episode 74 – Pathway to equity

    Fiona also shares some interesting aspects about her own journey, becoming a shareholder and director of her firm in recent years. For additional information, you may care to visit the Accru Hobart website – Due diligence for potential purchasersThe news section of the website contains a range of interesting articles that Fiona has written The podcast Fiona referred to during the interview is: Get the know Howe. To register your interest in the Pathway to Equity workshop, please follow this link. Fiona’s contact details are:Email: FEttles@accruhobart.com.au Phone: 03 6244 5044 Web: www.accruhobart.com.au LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/fionaettles Scott’s contact details are:Email: scott@slipstreamgroup.com.au Phone: 0409 870 330 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/scottcharlton Web: www.slipstreamgroup.com.au To take an interest in Tim Lane’s music, which is featured on the episode: Spotify: Search for Tim Lane Facebook: The Backstick Agenda (please go and like the page) Website: www.thebackstickagenda.com To see film clips and to hear Tim’s music: www.thebackstickagenda.bandcamp.com (To purchase Tim’s music, you need to register on Bandcamp before you can download.)

    43 min

  7. 21/04/2023

    Episode 73 - Cyber security essentials

    In this compelling episode we talk with Fraser Jack of The Cyber Collective about cyber security. Amongst a range of interesting topics, we discuss the risks which apply to small businesses and how team members being eager to please clients can make your firm vulnerable to attack. Fraser also shares some interesting aspects about emails, tax file numbers, bank account details and passwords. In the interview Fraser also mentioned the Retireinvest Case which makes the legal implications of inadequate cyber security appear very close to home. Fraser provided a host of references during the interview, which are summarised below - The Australian Cyber Security CentreThe ACSC’s Essential Eight Maturity Model referred to by Fraser can be accessed hereThe Cybersecurity Framework put out by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) referred to by Fraser can be accessed hereHere's a media release put out by ASIC in relation to the proceedings that Retireinvest went through regarding cyber securityThe FPA Professional Code referred to by Fraser can be accessed here Fraser’s contact details are:Email: fraser.jack@thecybercollective.com.au For appts: calendly.com/fraser-jack123/25min Web: thecybercollective.com.au LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/fraserjack123/ Scott’s contact details are:Email: scott@slipstreamgroup.com.au Phone: 0409 870 330 Web: www.slipstreamcoaching.com.au LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/scottcharlton To take an interest in Tim Lane’s music, which is featured on the episode: Spotify: Search for Tim Lane Facebook: The Backstick Agenda. (Please go and Like this page.) Website: www.thebackstickagenda.com/

    1h 9m

  8. 14/12/2022

    Episode 72 - Generating new revenue through great marketing

    In this episode we welcome back renown marketer Kirt Daunt to talk about putting marketing to work in your firm. In particular, we drill into what comes next after putting the marketing foundations (brand, website, case studies etc) in place. To squeeze the utmost out of this interview with Kirt, we pitched him headlong into real life scenarios that listeners will relate to, such as – Introducing current clients to a new service, as well increasing the uptake of services provided by other divisions of one’s firmWhat to do if the work that you do is a “best kept secret” in your community plus how to tactfully play your hand while serving on the committee of the golf club or on the board of your children’s schoolWhat comes next when a prospective client makes an expression of interest, such as downloading a strategy paper or coming along to one of your events Throughout the interview, Kirt shares many timeless marketing principles which have served him well at the top end of town, linking them to the scenarios being considered for a professional services firm. Literally, there are too many to list here but here’s a sample – “When someone’s adding value in your life, that’s a relationship you come back to”“What do your customers care about?”“Marketing is the pursuit of ruthless experimentation”“Your marketing plan is as much about the things you are not going to do as the things you will do.” During the interview, Kirt made mention of a summary of some key concepts covered in his earlier podcast (Episode 69). To access the summary, follow this link. In the Coach’s Corner segment of this episode, Scott Charlton encourages you to download Slipstream Group’s Marketing Diagnostic to get a snapshot of where your marketing would benefit from attention. You can access the Diagnostic by following this link. Kirt’s contact details are:LinkedIn:          linkedin.com/in/kirtdaunt/ Scott’s contact details are:Email:                scott@slipstreamgroup.com.au Phone:              0409 870 330 Web:                 www.slipstreamcoaching.com.au LinkedIn:          www.linkedin.com/in/scottcharlton To take an interest in Tim Lane’s music, which is featured on the episode: Spotify:               Search for Tim Lane Facebook:         The Backstick Agenda. (Please go and Like this page.) Website:            www.thebackstickagenda.com/

    58 min
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Slipstream Group is dedicated to helping accounting and financial planning firms to reach their potential.

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    Slipstream Group
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2024
  • Episodes
    75
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