The Deal Room Joanna Oakey, Aspect Legal

Understand the advantages of buying a franchise with Joanna Oakey and Alan Prasad as they explore insider strategies, tips and why some franchisees buy more than one!

Joanna Oakey and chartered accountant Charles Yuan share insights on a fascinating case study where although not initially recognised as a critical factor for advice, tax very much became a central part of the deal (and led to a remarkable $2 million in tax savings!). Get your earbuds ready and tune in now!

This week on the Deal Room Podcast, host Joanna Oakey takes you on an insightful journey into the dynamic world of franchising and franchise business sales. Whether you're a franchisee aiming to sell, an advisor who works with franchisee or simply curious about the inner workings of franchise operations, this episode is brimming with crucial information that you won't want to miss. So, let's dive in!

This week on the Deal Room Podcast, we have Part 2 of our interview with remarkable entrepreneur Kody Thompson. From founding Lightning Sites (on a budget of $250!) to scaling it into a multimillion-dollar business, Kody continues to share his first-hand insights on building and exiting his business.



He dives into the emotional and practical aspects of selling a business, offering invaluable insights and lessons learned about preparing for exit, the importance of a strong team culture, and the lessons learned from navigating the sale process.



Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a business owner contemplating an exit, or simply intrigued by the intersection of personal values and business success, this episode is packed with wisdom, strategies, and heartfelt advice from Kody's entrepreneurial journey.



AND of course, if you’ve not yet listened to Part 1 - make sure you catch it here.



Get your earbuds ready - we can’t wait to hear what you think of this Deal Room Podcast episode! Tune in now.



ABOUT THIS GUEST



Kody Thompson is the visionary entrepreneur behind WorkPod, an innovative company revolutionising how businesses scale through offshore staffing solutions. With a unique journey from youth pastor to successful business mogul, Kody's entrepreneurial path is as inspiring as it is unconventional. He founded Lightning Sitez on a modest budget, transforming it into a multimillion-dollar enterprise through strategic moves like adopting a subscription-based service model. Today, as the driving force behind WorkPod, Kody leverages his extensive experience to assist businesses in achieving scalable growth by building efficient offshore teams. His insights into entrepreneurship, team building, and business strategy make him a sought-after figure in the business community.



Connect with Kody Thompson via LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thompsonkody/

Find out more about WrkPod - https://www.wrkpod.com/

This week on the Deal Room Podcast, Joanna Oakey is joined by a remarkable entrepreneur Kody Thompson. From founding Lightning Sites (on a budget of $250!) to scaling it into a multimillion-dollar business, this story is as inspiring as it is unique. In this episode, Kody shares his journey into entrepreneurship, revealing how his early experiences and values shaped his approach to business, team-building, and ultimately, a successful exit.



Kody shares his journey from navigating growth on a shoestring budget, the decision-making process behind his strategic move to subscription-based services, and key skills that have propelled his company to incredible heights and an outstanding exit.



Kody also dives into the emotional and practical aspects of selling a business, offering invaluable insights and lessons learned about preparing for exit, the importance of a strong team culture, and the lessons learned from navigating the sale process.



Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a business owner contemplating an exit, or simply intrigued by the intersection of personal values and business success, this episode is packed with wisdom, strategies, and heartfelt advice from Kody's entrepreneurial journey.



Get your earbuds ready - we can’t wait to hear what you think of this Deal Room Podcast episode! Tune in now.



ABOUT THIS GUEST



Kody Thompson is the visionary entrepreneur behind WorkPod, an innovative company revolutionising how businesses scale through offshore staffing solutions. With a unique journey from youth pastor to successful business mogul, Kody's entrepreneurial path is as inspiring as it is unconventional. He founded Lightning Sitez on a modest budget, transforming it into a multimillion-dollar enterprise through strategic moves like adopting a subscription-based service model. Today, as the driving force behind WorkPod, Kody leverages his extensive experience to assist businesses in achieving scalable growth by building efficient offshore teams. His insights into entrepreneurship, team building, and business strategy make him a sought-after figure in the business community.



Connect with Kody Thompson via LinkedIn

Find out more about WrkPod

This week on the Deal Room Podcast, we're thrilled to have Dave Jenyns, the mastermind behind "Systemology," joining us to share his expertise in the realm of business systemisation.



At first glance, the concept of implementing systems and processes in your business might seem like a straightforward activity and part of business operations or business continuity. However, the depth and impact of such initiatives can have on a business extend far beyond the surface, significantly influencing a business's valuation, the ability to scale, and appeal (or otherwise) to potential buyers.



In this compelling episode, Dave discusses the monumental difference that well-structured systems and processes can make in preparing your business for a successful sale. 



For any owners or entrepreneurs involved in the business sector, whether you're contemplating selling your business, or simply fascinated by the idea that systems can actually add value to it when the time comes this episode is packed with invaluable insights and actionable advice.



Get your earbuds ready and tune in to this episode of the Deal Room Podcast for our deep dive into the world of business systems and why they can lead to an amplified exit.









ABOUT THIS GUEST



In 2016, David successfully systemised himself out of his business, one of Australia’s most trusted digital agencies, melbourneSEOservices.com. He hired a CEO and stepped back from the daily operations. Through this process he became a systems devotee – founding systemHUB & SYSTEMology. Today, his mission is to free all business owners worldwide from the daily operations of running their business. 



Recognised as a high achieving entrepreneur, you will find many of David’s keynote presentations on YouTube including: TEDx, WordCamp and Problogger.



In this episode, Abhishek shares some insights from the front line of finance including the current the state of the market in the world of finance for buying businesses, the role preparation plays in successfully securing finance for a business deal, common mistakes and how to avoid them, and also his thoughts on creative financing options available right now - including how buyers can secure funding without using their own securities.