Rural Bookkeeping Podcast

Rural Bookkeeping Podcast

Hosted by: EJS Business Services

Welcome to The Rural Bookkeeping Podcast. Here you will find practical bookkeeping and business tips for rural small businesses across Australia. I’ll also be sharing interviews with experts in their fields and...

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Episodes

84. EOFY is Coming: Get your books in order now!

The end of the financial year is just around the corner, and that means it's time to get your books in order - before the stress hits. Whether you’ve kept up all year or you’re staring down a backlog, now is the time...
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83. Bookkeeping with Purpose: It’s more than just tax compliance

Think bookkeeping is just about staying on the right side of the ATO? Think again! In this episode of The Rural Bookkeeping Podcast, we’re exploring the real purpose of bookkeeping—and how it can become your most...
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82. Know Your Numbers: The key to strategic growth in your business

If you want to grow your business with intention - not guesswork - you need to start by knowing your numbers. In this episode of The Rural Bookkeeping Podcast, we’re digging into the numbers that matter and how...
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81. Financial Ratios Demystified: Using key metrics to assess performance

If you’ve ever looked at a financial report and thought, “What does all this actually mean?”—you’re not alone! In this episode of The Rural Bookkeeping Podcast, we’re breaking down financial ratios in a simple,...
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80. Unlocking your freedom business through strategic planning

When business owners talk about "freedom," they’re usually thinking of:✅ More time to spend with family or on passions✅ More financial stability and profit without working harder✅ More control over their business...
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79. Tax Planning 101: Why every business needs a strategy (and how bookkeeping helps)

Tax planning isn’t just about reducing your tax bill—it’s about being prepared, making informed decisions, and keeping more of your hard-earned money working for you. While I’m not a tax agent and can’t give tax...
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78. My Company's money is my money ... isn't it?

Spoiler alert: Not exactly! If you own a company, it’s crucial to understand that your business’s money is NOT your personal piggy bank. In this episode of The Rural Bookkeeping Podcast, we’re breaking down:✅ What it...
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77. Interest vs. Insight: Navigating Profit First for rural business success

For many rural business owners, the instinct is to throw every spare dollar into their loan to reduce interest—but is that always the best move? While reducing debt is important, keeping cash reserves in your business...
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76. Transforming Your Mindset: Unlocking growth with a Profit-First approach

Your mindset plays a powerful role in shaping your success—especially in business. In this episode of The Rural Bookkeeping Podcast, we dive into how to transform your mindset to embrace growth, resilience, and...
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75. Pay Yourself First: A guide for business owners

As business owners, we pour our time, energy, and resources into making our businesses successful—but what about paying ourselves? Too often, business owners (especially in family businesses) put themselves last,...
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74. Crafting your team: Why you need both a Bookkeeper and an Accountant

Many business owners assume their accountant is the only financial expert they need—but the truth is, a strategic bookkeeper plays a vital and complementary role. In this episode of The Rural Bookkeeping Podcast, we...
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73. AI in Agriculture with Julie Humphris

Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t just for big corporations—it’s transforming rural businesses too! From automating tasks to improving decision-making, AI can save time, reduce costs, and increase efficiency in ways...
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