Fix & Fly

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Fix & Fly is the podcast helping fix themselves up and fly! Each fortnight, we unpack common SME business problems and discuss how to fix them before they become major issues. Larissa has spent over 20 years at top firms like EY & Deloitte and has fixed these same problems time & time again. Hosted by Larissa Logan, presented by Fixity. Podcast produced by Fanaticals.

Sep 23

Financial Check-Up Every Business Needs

Welcome to the Fix & Fly Podcast hosted by Larissa Logan from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fixity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Our next guest is Felicity Hill, Founder & Director at Cahill Accounting.Felicity sits down with Larissa to unpack the numbers business owners need to understand before small financial problems become serious ones. From cash flow and unpaid invoices to debt, solvency and the balance sheet, she shares why a profitable business can still run out of cash — and why understanding the numbers behind the business is more important than ever.It’s a practical look at what business owners should be watching, how to spot problems early and why getting the right advice could save you a lot of money in the long run. Huge thanks to Felicity for featuring in this episode! Connect with her here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/felicityhill/ Fix & Fly is proudly brought to you by Fixity: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fixity.co.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our socials to keep up with new episodes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fixity.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast was proudly produced by the team at Fanaticals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fanaticals.co.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠
Sep 9

Construction Businesses Are Using AI to Save Millions

Welcome to the Fix & Fly Podcast hosted by Larissa Logan from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fixity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Our next guest is Jon Sinclair, Director at Performance Building Technologies. Jonathan joins Larissa to unpack the hidden costs eating into construction businesses — from missed details and rework to variations, outdated processes and poor use of data.With some projects going millions over budget, Jonathan explains how businesses can use better planning & technology to catch costly mistakes earlier, protect their margins and work smarter.If you're in construction, trades or running an SME, this episode is packed with practical ideas for protecting your time, your margins and your bottom line.Let us know what you thought of the conversation in the comments!Huge thanks to Jon for featuring in this episode!Connect with him here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonsinclair-builtasset/ Fix & Fly is proudly brought to you by Fixity: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fixity.co.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our socials to keep up with new episodes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fixity.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast was proudly produced by the team at Fanaticals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fanaticals.co.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠
Aug 26

Can Hospitality Survive Rising Costs?

Welcome to the Fix & Fly Podcast hosted by Larissa Logan from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fixity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Our next guest is Brad Jacobs, Director of The Coffee Club NZ and Chair of the Parnell Business Association. With oversight of 65 cafés across New Zealand, Brad has a unique view of the challenges facing hospitality and small businesses today. Brad and Larissa discuss how to protect profitability without losing customers, why business owners need to ask for help before problems become too big, and how honest conversations with suppliers and landlords can make all the difference. Whether you’re in hospitality or running a small business, this episode is packed with practical advice for navigating uncertainty, protecting your business and keeping it moving forward. Huge thanks to Brad for featuring in this episode! Connect with him here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradley-jacobs-08377550/ Fix & Fly is proudly brought to you by Fixity: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fixity.co.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our socials to keep up with new episodes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fixity.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast was proudly produced by the team at Fanaticals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fanaticals.co.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠
Aug 12

Build a Vision for Your Business and Actually Achieve It

Welcome to the Fix & Fly Podcast hosted by Larissa Logan from ⁠⁠⁠⁠Fixity⁠⁠⁠⁠. Our next guest is David Altena, Co-Founder of The Better SMB — a platform on a mission to help businesses benchmark their performance, know their numbers and take practical steps to build a business that lasts. David and Larissa dig into why so many NZ business owners are good at what they do but struggle with the business side and why New Zealand has a culture of viewing advice as a cost rather than an investment. David shares how PerformIQ — The Better SMB's free tool — helps business owners see how they're performing, compare themselves to others in their industry and take a clear next step to lift performance. If you're a business owner who's been putting off the numbers this episode is for you. Huge thanks to David for featuring in this episode! Connect with him here: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidaltena/ Fix & Fly is proudly brought to you by Fixity: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://fixity.co.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our socials to keep up with new episodes: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fixity.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast was proudly produced by the team at Fanaticals: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fanaticals.co.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠
Jul 29

What a Comedy Club Can Teach Us About Business

Welcome to the Fix & Fly Podcast hosted by Larissa Logan from ⁠⁠⁠Fixity⁠⁠⁠. Our next guest is Scott Blanks, co-founder and owner of The Classic Comedy Club — Auckland's home of live comedy for nearly 30 years. Scott has built one of the country's most iconic entertainment venues from the ground up and launched the careers of some of NZ's biggest comedians. Scott and Larissa dig into what it really takes to run a small entertainment business through the tough times. Why comedy is recession-proof, why consistent branding keeps customers coming back and how the opening of the CRL could be the biggest opportunity Auckland's city businesses have seen in years. Scott shares why good neighbours make good business, why you should trial your idea before signing a lease, and why looking for opportunity in tough times is always the right move. If you're running a small business in Auckland's city centre, this one is packed with practical and optimistic advice. Huge thanks to Scott for featuring in this episode! Connect with him here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-blanks-a0651323/ Fix & Fly is proudly brought to you by Fixity: ⁠⁠⁠https://fixity.co.nz⁠⁠⁠ Follow our socials to keep up with new episodes: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fixity.nz⁠⁠⁠ This podcast was proudly produced by the team at Fanaticals: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.fanaticals.co.nz⁠⁠⁠ Hosted on Acast. See ⁠⁠⁠acast.com/privacy⁠⁠⁠ for more information.
Jul 16

Story Behind Iconic Auckland Restaurant

Welcome to the Fix & Fly Podcast hosted by Larissa Logan from ⁠⁠Fixity⁠⁠. Our next guest is Renee Coulter, Co-Founder of Coco's Cantina — one of Auckland's most loved restaurants on Karangahape Road. Renee started with a passion for hospitality and no idea about business. What followed was 17 years of learning.Renee and Larissa talk honestly about what it takes to survive in hospitality long term. From navigating COVID, construction disruption and rising food costs, to managing staff and building a loyal customer base.If you're in hospitality, retail or running any customer-facing business, this one is full of real, hard-won advice. Huge thanks to Renee for featuring in this episode! Connect with her here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-coulter-92834972/ Fix & Fly is proudly brought to you by Fixity: ⁠⁠https://fixity.co.nz⁠⁠ Follow our socials to keep up with new episodes: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fixity.nz⁠⁠ This podcast was proudly produced by the team at Fanaticals: ⁠⁠https://www.fanaticals.co.nz⁠⁠ Hosted on Acast. See ⁠⁠acast.com/privacy⁠⁠ for more information.
Jul 2

Jim Marsh – Director, High Performer Building | Fix & Fly Podcast

Welcome to the Fix & Fly Podcast hosted by Larissa Logan from ⁠Fixity⁠. Our guest is Jim Marsh, Director at High Performer Building. Jim believes the biggest challenge facing New Zealand's construction industry isn't rising costs or a slowing market—it's our resistance to change. In this episode, Jim shares why the industry needs to move beyond traditional thinking and start focusing on long-term performance, quality and value. From embracing new technology and smarter systems to improving collaboration across the sector, he explains why building better homes starts with changing the way we think. Whether you're a builder, developer, business owner or homeowner, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on where New Zealand construction is heading and what it will take to lead the industry into the future. Huge thanks to Jim for featuring in this episode! Connect with him here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-marsh-688a021aa/ Fix & Fly is proudly brought to you by Fixity: ⁠https://fixity.co.nz⁠ Follow our socials to keep up with new episodes: ⁠https://linktr.ee/fixity.nz⁠ This podcast was proudly produced by the team at Fanaticals: ⁠https://www.fanaticals.co.nz⁠ Hosted on Acast. See ⁠acast.com/privacy⁠ for more information.
Jun 18

Legal Advice NZ Construction Businesses Are Missing

Welcome to the Fix & Fly Podcast hosted by Larissa Logan from ⁠Fixity⁠. Our next guest is John Stephens, Partner at Cuncannon, a boutique law firm specialising in commercial, regulatory and litigation needs. John and Larissa dig into the real legal challenges facing NZ's construction sector — from understanding your contracts before you sign them, to what happens when retentions aren't paid and how to protect yourself if a head contractor goes under. John shares why subcontractors are the most vulnerable in the chain, why getting legal advice early is the single best investment you can make, and why communication and transparency are the difference between a successful project and an expensive dispute. If you're a subcontractor, head contractor or developer, this episode is packed with practical advice that could save your business. Huge thanks to John for featuring in this episode! Connect with him here: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-stephens-9303182a/ Fix & Fly is proudly brought to you by Fixity: ⁠https://fixity.co.nz⁠ Follow our socials to keep up with new episodes: ⁠https://linktr.ee/fixity.nz⁠ This podcast was proudly produced by the team at Fanaticals: ⁠https://www.fanaticals.co.nz

Fix & Fly is the podcast helping fix themselves up and fly! Each fortnight, we unpack common SME business problems and discuss how to fix them before they become major issues. Larissa has spent over 20 years at top firms like EY & Deloitte and has fixed these same problems time & time again. Hosted by Larissa Logan, presented by Fixity. Podcast produced by Fanaticals.

Creator

Fixity
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

39
Rating

Clean
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© Fixity
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