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The Bottom Line Alexander Spencer
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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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Why your website is holding you back from e-commerce success
Clayton Bates is the Founder of Inspire Small Business. Inspire Small Business is a registered Shopify expert and helps product-based businesses create or rebuild their websites to maximise conversion from visitors to paying customers.
In this episode, Clayton discusses his entrepreneurial journey and how it led him to build and rebuild websites. He shares key considerations when building a website, explains how businesses can balance customer needs with business aims, and underscores how a well-designed user interface can dramatically affect the customer journey.
Resources and links:
Inspire Small Business website
Free video website audit by Inspire Small Business
Clayton Bates on LinkedIn
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. -
How to recruit the right people for your business every time
Fletcher Wimbush is the Founder and CEO of Discovered Performance Hiring Software. Discovered Performance Hiring Software combines hiring coaches, AI, and smart software to make the hiring process smoother.
In this episode, Fletcher walks through his journey into the recruitment industry while building several successful businesses. He explains why business success relies on recruiting candidates with integrity who match the culture of your workplace. He gives tips for finding new talent and provides some tools you can use to help you determine whether candidates will be the right cultural fit for your business.
Resources and links:
Discovered Performance Hiring Software website
Fletcher Wimbush’s website
Fletcher Wimbush on LinkedIn
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. -
Embracing global expansion comes with unique challenges and opportunities
Jessica Levin is the COO of Abacus Worldwide and Regional Director for Abacus North America. Abacus Worldwide is an international accounting and law firm association. They provide member firms with the resources and information to allow them to grow and better serve their clients.
In this episode, Jessica explains what Abacus Worldwide is and the tools it provides to member firms to improve their customer experience. She discusses the importance of culture in running a successful business, the vital role of building relationships and networks, and the challenges and opportunities of global expansion.
Resources and links:
Abacus Worldwide website
Jessica Levin on LinkedIn
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. -
Strong businesses start with a plan
Andrew Baxter is the Founder of 24HR Business Plan. 24HR Business Plan provides strategic consulting services to give business owners everything they need to achieve their strategic planning goals.
In this episode, Andrew emphasises why you need a clear business plan from the outset and shares his insights into the challenges experienced by small businesses during the critical execution stage. He also highlights some struggles businesses often experience in acquiring the expertise needed to create and implement a strong business plan.
Resources and links:
24HR Business Plan website
Andrew Baxter on LinkedIn
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. -
Improving your supply chain means embracing innovation
Anthony Dobson is the General Manager of Tropical Pines. Tropical Pines is one of Australia’s largest pineapple suppliers and has run a hybrid packing and marketing operation from its sites in rural Queensland for almost 40 years.
In this episode, Anthony will break down how supply chain optimisation works. He opens up about managing relationships with retailers and distributors, and how to use technology and innovation for supply chain management and operational optimisation. And he also shares what he believes is the best way to enjoy a sweet, tangy pineapple.
Resources and links:
Tropical Pines website
Anthony Dobson on LinkedIn
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. -
Leadership lessons for modern communication
Andrew Martin, CEO of Teamgate, transformed his military discipline into business growth, advocating for CRM to streamline customer data as businesses scale. Today, he advises small business owners on the pivotal switch from spreadsheets to CRM, enhancing customer relations and operational efficiency.
On today's episode, you'll learn what CRM is and why it's important, find out when to switch from spreadsheets to CRM, and how future communication will affect customer interactions. Plus, Andrew shares leadership lessons from the military that you can use in your business.
Resources and links:
Teamgate website
Andrew Martin on LinkedIn
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.
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