Australian Business Podcast

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Australian Business Podcast is Australia's top business podcast for growing and scaling your business from idea to a 7-figure exit. Hosted by Owen Rask, founder of Rask. The Australian Business Podcast will teach you how to grow, manage and scale your business to more profit and better outcomes. Owen will help you grow your business faster, take advantage of industry change and opportunities, and identify strategies to make you more profitable. Take Owen's free business 101 course. Resources: Australian Business Podcast - all episodes Ask a question Disclaimer: The information in this episode is provided by The Rask Group Pty Ltd and contains general financial product advice only. It does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting, consider whether the information is appropriate for you and consider seeking personal advice from a licensed financial adviser. You can read our Financial Services Guide at www.rask.com.au/fsg. If a financial product is mentioned, consider the relevant PDS and TMD, where applicable, before making any financial decision. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Returns are not guaranteed and capital may be at risk. The Rask Group Pty Ltd is a Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1280930 of Rask Licensing Pty Ltd, AFSL 563 907.

  1. Oct 13

    $1 million ARR: Navexa's story of hustle, code and AI | Operators #1

    Check out the Navexa YouTube channel. What happens when the cheap option doesn’t sell? In the first Operators episode of the Australian Business Podcast, Owen Rask speaks with Navarre Trousselot, founder of investment software business Navexa, about building a product, finding customers and learning which growth channels actually pay for themselves. Navarre began building a portfolio analytics tool to answer his own investing questions. A side project became a business after others wanted to use it, but the first paid launch delivered a bruising lesson: people who liked a free product did not necessarily want to pay. Competing on price did not solve the harder problem of showing customers the value of accurate performance tracking and tax reporting. Owen and Navarre unpack why paid ads that worked for one business made less sense for a subscription product with slower cash payback. They discuss how spreadsheets, accountants and established software compete for customers’ attention, and why educating everyone can be less effective than reaching people who already know they have the problem. Navarre also shares how a previous podcast appearance helped Navexa find an audience once the product was ready, why YouTube has become a promising customer channel, and how a small team keeps its work focused with one weekly meeting. The conversation closes on AI, product development and the choices behind scaling without losing what makes the business worth building. If you run a business, this is a practical conversation about pricing for value, watching cash flow and making sure your product can deliver when your marketing finally works. Episode resources – Speak with the Rask Advice team – Ask a question (select the Business podcast) Show partner resources – Join Pearler using the code "RASKSWITCH" and get $32 of Pearler Credit – Whatever comes next for your business, power it with Stripe Rask resources – Inflection community – All services – Financial Planning – Invest with us – Access Show Notes – Ask a question – We love feedback! Follow us on social media – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @rask.invest Disclaimer The information in this episode is provided by The Rask Group Pty Ltd and contains general financial product advice only. It does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting, consider whether the information is appropriate for you and consider seeking personal advice from a licensed financial adviser. You can read our Financial Services Guide at www.rask.com.au/fsg. If a financial product is mentioned, consider the relevant PDS and TMD, where applicable, before making any financial decision. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Returns are not guaranteed and capital may be at risk. The Rask Group Pty Ltd is a Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1280930 of Rask Licensing Pty Ltd, AFSL 563 907. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    $1 million ARR: Navexa's story of hustle, code and AI | Operators #1

  2. Sep 25

    9 lessons from the best business books (don't read, listen to this)

    The E-Myth Revisited, Good Strategy, Bad Strategy and The Goal - three of the best business books get reviewed by Owen Rask. Get Owen's newsletter & AI guides: https://rask.au/lp/business/ In this episode of The Australian Business Podcast, Owen Rask reviews three of the best business books ever written, and takes 3 lessons from each book. You’ll learn: How to remove dependence on yourself Why heroes don't bet armies How to identify contraints and bottlenecks What manufacturing teaches us about scaling Why slogans are not strategy, and How actions reinforce strategy Episode resources – ⁠Speak with the Rask Advice team⁠ – ⁠Ask a question (select the Business podcast)⁠ Books: The Goal Good Strategy Bad Strategy The E-Myth Revisited Show partner resources – ⁠Join Pearler using the code "RASKSWITCH" and get $32 of Pearler Credit⁠ – ⁠Whatever comes next for your business, power it with Stripe⁠ Rask resources – ⁠Inflection community⁠ – ⁠All services⁠ – ⁠Financial Planning⁠ – ⁠Invest with us⁠ – ⁠Access Show Notes⁠ – ⁠Ask a question⁠ – ⁠We love feedback!⁠ Follow us on social media – Instagram: ⁠@rask.invest⁠ – TikTok: ⁠@rask.invest⁠ Disclaimer The information in this episode is provided by The Rask Group Pty Ltd and contains general financial product advice only. It does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting, consider whether the information is appropriate for you and consider seeking personal advice from a licensed financial adviser. You can read our Financial Services Guide at ⁠www.rask.com.au/fsg⁠. If a financial product is mentioned, consider the relevant PDS and TMD, where applicable, before making any financial decision. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Returns are not guaranteed and capital may be at risk. The Rask Group Pty Ltd is a Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1280930 of Rask Licensing Pty Ltd, AFSL 563 907. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    9 lessons from the best business books (don't read, listen to this)

  3. Sep 20

    From chatbots to action: the future of AI agents with Jon Stahl

    This episode was originally featured on the Australian Investors Podcast. In this episode of the Australian Business Podcast, Owen Rask speaks with Jon Stahl from Salesforce about how AI agents are moving beyond answering questions and starting to complete real work inside businesses. Jon explains the difference between a chatbot and an agent, including how agents can reason through multistep tasks, call tools and APIs, update business systems and retain useful context. He shares where the technology is already creating value across customer service, software development, research, order management and commerce. The conversation also tackles the controls businesses need before giving an AI agent meaningful autonomy. Jon compares an agent to the “world’s smartest but least experienced intern” and explains why permissions, clear identities, audit logs, hard-coded guardrails and human escalation remain essential. Owen and Jon then explore what must happen before agents can safely buy products or make payments on our behalf. That includes verified authority, spending limits, tokenised payment credentials, merchant recognition and common standards across the payments ecosystem — challenges that cannot be solved by a smarter language model alone. Finally, Jon separates the hype from the practical opportunity. Fully autonomous shopping is still largely experimental, while brand, trust and storefronts remain important. He also explains why trusted business data can dramatically improve an agent’s usefulness, and how businesses may soon use agents to resolve delayed orders, enrich product catalogues, support sales teams and help employees build their own tools. Episode resources – Speak with the Rask Advice team – Ask a question (select the Business podcast) Show partner resources – Join Pearler using the code "RASKSWITCH" and get $32 of Pearler Credit – Whatever comes next for your business, power it with Stripe Rask resources – Inflection community – All services – Financial Planning – Invest with us – Access Show Notes – Ask a question – We love feedback! Follow us on social media – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @rask.invest Disclaimer This podcast episode was sponsored by Stripe. The information in this episode is provided by The Rask Group Pty Ltd and contains general financial product advice only. It does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting, consider whether the information is appropriate for you and consider seeking personal advice from a licensed financial adviser. You can read our Financial Services Guide at www.rask.com.au/fsg. If a financial product is mentioned, consider the relevant PDS and TMD, where applicable, before making any financial decision. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Returns are not guaranteed and capital may be at risk. The Rask Group Pty Ltd is a Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1280930 of Rask Licensing Pty Ltd, AFSL 563 907. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    From chatbots to action: the future of AI agents with Jon Stahl

  4. Sep 17

    Marketing in 2026: these 5 things work

    What are the best marketing strategies for Australian businesses in 2026? Get the full guide & prompts: https://rask.au/lp/business/ In this episode of The Australian Business Podcast, Owen Rask breaks down five practical marketing strategies SMEs can use to generate demand, convert more customers and measure what actually drives profitable growth. You’ll learn how to build a useful CRM, create expert content for Google and AI search, use short-form video effectively, develop a distinctive business point of view, and connect paid advertising to customer acquisition costs and real business economics. Owen also explains why TikTok, Google Ads, email, SEO and AI aren’t standalone strategies — and how to connect them into one marketing system that creates demand, captures leads and turns attention into customers. Episode resources – Speak with the Rask Advice team – Ask a question (select the Business podcast) Show partner resources – Join Pearler using the code "RASKSWITCH" and get $32 of Pearler Credit – Whatever comes next for your business, power it with Stripe Rask resources – Inflection community – All services – Financial Planning – Invest with us – Access Show Notes – Ask a question – We love feedback! Follow us on social media – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @rask.invest Disclaimer The information in this episode is provided by The Rask Group Pty Ltd and contains general financial product advice only. It does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting, consider whether the information is appropriate for you and consider seeking personal advice from a licensed financial adviser. You can read our Financial Services Guide at www.rask.com.au/fsg. If a financial product is mentioned, consider the relevant PDS and TMD, where applicable, before making any financial decision. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Returns are not guaranteed and capital may be at risk. The Rask Group Pty Ltd is a Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1280930 of Rask Licensing Pty Ltd, AFSL 563 907. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Marketing in 2026: these 5 things work

  5. Sep 9

    5 amazing AI hacks I'm using right now (safely)

    5 minutes to implement. 5 hours back. Multiply your business with these amazing AI automations. Get the full guide & prompts: https://rask.au/lp/business/ In this episode of the Australian Business Podcast, host Owen Rask shares five safe, practical AI automations designed for Australian SMEs.  Learn how to implement the "AI drafts, human decides, automation carries" framework to save time without losing control. We cover five high-impact examples: Meeting Follow-ups: Automatically generate summaries and tasks. Standard Operating Procedures: Convert screen recordings into documented SOPs. Inbound Sales: Move website enquiries seamlessly into your CRM. Management Commentary: Streamline monthly financial reporting analysis. Customer Service: Build a supervised knowledge assistant to answer FAQs. Stop automating chaos. Start your simple seven-day pilot today to build team confidence safely. DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general information only. It's not intended to be any form of financial advice and is strictly educational in nature. Always refer to The Rask Group Pty Ltd's financial services guide (FSG) available at https://rask.au/legal before acting on the information. This information is not intended to be tax, legal or financial advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    5 amazing AI hacks I'm using right now (safely)

  6. Jun 1

    Senator Andrew Bragg on housing, tax and Australia’s productivity problem

    This episode was originally featured on the Australian Investors Podcast. In this episode, Owen Rask sits down with Senator Andrew Bragg for a wide-ranging conversation about the Federal Budget, housing supply, tax, productivity and why so many Australians feel the country has become harder to get ahead in. Rather than getting stuck in party talking points, they focus on the practical questions investors, business owners and workers are asking right now: what happens when policy makes it harder to build homes, why does productivity matter so much for living standards, and how do taxes, regulation and incentives shape whether Australia creates more wealth or simply fights over what already exists? Andrew explains why he believes cutting housing supply is one of the worst policy choices Australia can make, how rising rents, higher rates and broader cost-of-living pressure are changing the national mood, and why small business, private investment and simpler rules still matter if Australia wants to stay competitive. The conversation also touches on super, the role of large institutions, and why clearer economic thinking matters more when confidence is low. Owen pushes on the bigger picture too: whether Australia has lost ambition, why the policy debate feels less honest than it should, and what needs to change if Australians want better opportunities over the next decade. If you want a plain-English discussion about housing, tax, productivity, competitiveness and the long-run direction of Australia, this is a timely episode to queue next. Episode resources – Speak with the Rask Advice team – Ask a question (select the Business podcast) Show partner resources – Join Pearler using the code "RASKSWITCH" and get $32 of Pearler Credit Rask resources – Inflection community – All services – Financial Planning – Invest with us – Access Show Notes – Ask a question – We love feedback! Follow us on social media – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER**:** This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Senator Andrew Bragg on housing, tax and Australia’s productivity problem

  7. Mar 15

    My 10 Rules of Business [10/10]

    In the final episode of The Australian Business Podcast Summer Series, Owen Rask delivers his definitive close: 10 rules that shape how he builds businesses. Business is the greatest self-development program you’ll ever enrol in. From “the struggle is the job” to “upgrade yourself faster than your business grows,” this episode distils a decade of scar tissue into practical, unfiltered principles. You’ll hear why revenue is vanity but cashflow is oxygen. Why systems beat heroics. Why strategy is subtraction. Why talent density wins. And why scaling chaos only multiplies chaos. Owen also explores the personal side of ownership — anxiety, identity, burnout and decision fatigue — and why founders must separate self-worth from business performance. The episode closes with a powerful reminder: the ultimate constraint on growth isn’t capital, competition or technology. It’s the founder. Upgrade yourself — or your business stops growing. Topics covered • The struggle is the job • Building a business that serves your life • Strategy as subtraction • Revenue vs cashflow reality • Systems vs heroics • Talent density and leadership • Protecting your equity • Founder self-development Episode Resources • Join Rask’s business community • Rask’s Australian Business Podcast • Rask Business 101 (free course) ~~ Rask Resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services 📋 Get Financial Planning 📈 Start investing with Rask 📜 Access Show Notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Investors Podcast 📲 Follow us on social media: – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it. If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here. #AustralianBusinessPodcast #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Mar 8

    Equity, founders & moats [9/10]

    In this episode of The Australian Business Podcast Summer Series, Owen Rask dives into a topic most founders avoid until it’s too late: ownership. You’ve built the product. You’ve hired the team. You’ve scaled revenue. But do you actually understand dilution, valuation mechanics, investor alignment or optionality? Owen breaks down the realities of bootstrapping versus raising capital, debt versus equity, and how valuations are actually determined. This isn’t startup hype — it’s a practical guide to understanding how equity decisions shape long-term wealth. The episode explores when to sell equity, how to design effective employee share plans (ESOPs), and why “strategic money” is more valuable than “dumb money”. Founders must think beyond growth — they must think about defensibility, incentives and long-term optionality. Owen also addresses the deeper strategic question: are you building a business that can’t be killed? That means competitive moats, distribution advantage, brand equity, switching costs, regulatory protection and recurring revenue models. Because scaling is one thing. Defending what you’ve built is another. Topics covered in this Australian Business Podcast episode • Bootstrapping vs raising capital • Debt vs equity decision-making • How valuations are really determined • When to sell equity • Designing effective ESOPs • Strategic investors vs dumb money • Competitive moats and defensibility • Protecting founder optionality Episode Resources • Join Rask’s business community • Rask’s Australian Business Podcast • Rask Business 101 (free course) Rask Resources 🔗 Explore all Rask services 📋 Get Financial Planning 📈 Start investing with Rask 📜 Access Show Notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Investors Podcast 📲 Follow us on social media: – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it. If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here. #AustralianBusinessPodcast #Founders #Equity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Australian Business Podcast is Australia's top business podcast for growing and scaling your business from idea to a 7-figure exit. Hosted by Owen Rask, founder of Rask. The Australian Business Podcast will teach you how to grow, manage and scale your business to more profit and better outcomes. Owen will help you grow your business faster, take advantage of industry change and opportunities, and identify strategies to make you more profitable. Take Owen's free business 101 course. Resources: Australian Business Podcast - all episodes Ask a question Disclaimer: The information in this episode is provided by The Rask Group Pty Ltd and contains general financial product advice only. It does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting, consider whether the information is appropriate for you and consider seeking personal advice from a licensed financial adviser. You can read our Financial Services Guide at www.rask.com.au/fsg. If a financial product is mentioned, consider the relevant PDS and TMD, where applicable, before making any financial decision. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Returns are not guaranteed and capital may be at risk. The Rask Group Pty Ltd is a Corporate Authorised Representative No. 1280930 of Rask Licensing Pty Ltd, AFSL 563 907.

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