Short announcement to say we are taking a short break while we work on Season 2.

Happy to hear any feedback either via email (businessthemeswithgt@gmail.com) or via our Facebook page (we are still trying to work out Instagram!)

Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Questions for Gerry? Any other suggestions? We'd love to hear from you.

We will be back soon with Season 2, more tips, more interviews and maybe a few laughs!

In this final episode of Season 1, we give an update on our fictitious character, Jacqueline and see how she is travelling with her new business.

Gerry and Tina also chat about a whole series of topics, including what insurance a business needs, how to choose the right agent, the importance of maintaining a budget and things to watch out for. Gerry shares some of his experiences and lessons he learned early on in his business.

Thanks to Radio 2RDJ Sydney for allowing us the use of their recording studio.

Theme by @rsquareddj - check out their instagram page.

In today's episode, Gerry talks with Victoria Young, a specialist in personal and corporate insolvency.

Victoria is a Registered Trustee in Bankruptcy and has over 15 years of experience in providing compassionate and appropriate advice to individuals facing personal insolvency.

She has managed a range of formal and informal insolvency appointments for businesses involved in education, hospitality, building and construction, the mining industry, manufacturing and transport industries.

There are some great tips here on how to avoid insolvency and the importance of planning ahead.

Our theme music is by rsquareddj - find them on instagram https://www.instagram.com/rsquareddj/

In this episode we do a deep dive into governance, what is it, why should you have it, what does it mean?

Gerry explains how important governance is for every business from the smallest start up to large organisations. Governance is vital to keep you accountable, to monitor your finances and to keep you on track as part of all the processes involved in running a business.

Theme by RSquared check them out on @rsquareddj

In this episode, Gerry shares some tips and tricks he's learned along the way in his 40 years in business. There are so many things to consider when running a business and these tips include, succession planning, intellectual property, human relations to mention a few. We will do a deep dive into each one of these later, but for now just some things to think about!

If you'd like something you'd like us to cover get in touch businessthemeswithgt@gmail.com

Our new theme was created by @rsquareddj - find them on instagram

In this episode, Tina gives an update on her business and some of the things she's been up to and upcoming events. We talk about how starting a podcast is like starting a business as we learn on the go. We look at the importance of being able to pitch your ideas and have conversations. Public speaking is an important part of any business and being able to communicate effectively to promote your business.

Our character Jacqueline who was knocked back by one bank, gets a better offer and also on the hunt for people to work with her.

Today we get an update on our fictitious female Builder Jacqueline is going with her loan applications and the latest hurdle she has to cross.

Our guest today is Andrew Heard, to discuss the topic of insolvency and the importance of good practice particularly in relation to taxes and good governance. Andrew is an expert is his field and we're sure many will find this topic very interesting.

If you'd like to get in touch, send us an email to businessthemeswithgt@gmail.com

Today we check with in with Jacqueline, our fictitious character who recently applied for a loan with the bank. Jacqueline had not checked if the name she chose was already registered, so she had to research and find a new name for her company. We discuss.

Gerry has a chat with Jason, who recently set up a project management business with his partner. Jason has a lot of insight into partnership and branding and how they work together. This is real insight into their particular style.

We hope you enjoy this episode. if you'd like to get in touch with us send us an email to businessthemeswithgt@gmail.com