The #WhatsNext Podcast

Thinking of buying a business? Speak with Phil first: https://nextadvisory.nz/buying-a-business/Most Kiwi businesses are just jobs with extra stress. The difference? Systems and processes that actually work.Luke and Phil break down the essential systems every business needs, why businesses with systems sell for more, how to manage your pipeline effectively, and why you need to work ON your business, not just IN it.If someone wants to buy your business and asks "what systems do you have?" You better have a good answer.The businesses that scale have systems. The ones that stay small hope everything works out.Which one are you? If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/

Liquidations were high in 2025, are we going to see more in 2026? If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/

Cam Ward is the CEO of New Zealand's largest gym franchise with 62 Anytime Fitness locations, but before you think franchising is your ticket to passive income, he's got some hard truths to share.Cam breaks down what it really takes to franchise: deep understanding of your numbers, multiple successful sites in different markets, and the financial capacity to invest heavily upfront before seeing returns. We cover why one successful site isn't enough, the responsibility you take on for franchisees' success, and why franchising is definitely not passive income.Master franchises live and die on franchisee success. You're not just selling your brand name, you're becoming the brand guardian, standard keeper, and support system for people who've invested their life savings.Most business owners think franchising means easy money. Cam explains why that thinking will destroy you and your franchisees.We cover site selection criteria, the skills needed to be a franchisor vs operator, and why you need to be laser-focused on franchisee success. Plus the financial investment required and why many businesses simply aren't ready to franchise.Don't franchise until you understand what you're really signing up for. More information on Anytime Fitness: https://www.anytimefitness.co.nz/If you're interested in working with Luke & Phil at Next Advisory:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/

Apply for the winning formula 12 month business planning: https://nextadvisory.nz/the-winning-formula/What would you do if your main source of leads dried up tomorrow? Most business owners have never thought about this, until it's too late.Luke and Phil break down the real examples: government contracts that suddenly stop, Facebook ad accounts getting banned, websites going offline, and emails going to spam for weeks. We cover why putting all your marketing eggs in one basket is a recipe for disaster, and how to stress test your lead generation before disaster strikes.The pattern is always the same, businesses get comfortable with one reliable source, then panic when it disappears. Meanwhile, smart business owners are building multiple streams: past customer outreach, referral systems, direct mail, cold calling, and social media.We've seen clients lose tens of thousands because they relied on one platform, one relationship, or one marketing channel. Don't be next. It's time to diversify.If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/

Thinking of buying a business? Speak with Phil first: https://nextadvisory.nz/buying-a-business/Investment boost gives you a 20% tax deduction on new equipment before March 31st. But before you rush out to buy that Ford Ranger, Phil and Luke explain why this could be a terrible idea.We break down how investment boost actually works and the trap people fall into buying things they don't need and can't afford just to save on tax.If you're going to buy the equipment anyway and you can afford it, investment boost is great. If you're buying it just for tax, you're making an expensive mistake.If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/

More information on our 90 day business planning program: https://nextadvisory.nz/90-day-business-planning/If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/

Business confidence just hit a 10-year high, but confidence doesn't pay the bills. Action does.Luke and Phil break down why 2026 will separate the winners from the losers: the businesses making offers are seeing things move, while those sitting on their hands are still struggling. We cover why speed beats perfection, the unfair advantage of being agile, and why you can't wait for perfect conditions.The economy might be turning, but only for those willing to turn with it. Stop waiting for permission to succeed. The opportunities are there - go get them.If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/

When is the right time to buy your time back?If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/

Grow your business with our 90 day business planning: https://nextadvisory.nz/90-day-business-planning/

Work with me: https://nextadvisory.nz/90-day-business-planning/Most business owners keep adding more services, more products, more complexity. Then they wonder why they're working 60-hour weeks and barely paying themselves.Today I break down the real profitability process: start with your numbers, model where you're heading, then fix what's broken. We cover why owners get pulled away from their zone of genius, how to price properly, and when to raise prices (spoiler: probably now).Stop being busy. Start being profitable. Your business should reward you for the risk you're taking.

Watch our podcast about claiming expenses: https://youtu.be/XxHmOWrIGxMGrow your business with our 90 day business planning: https://nextadvisory.nz/90-day-business-planning/

Today Im breaking down 9 things you can do to grow your New Zealand business in 2026.Grow your business with our 90 day business planning: https://nextadvisory.nz/90-day-business-planning/

Work with me: https://nextadvisory.nz/90-day-business-planning/Most business owners think hiring is simple: find someone, pay them, make more money. Then they wonder why their cash flow got worse.Today I break down the real process: financial modelling, understanding true costs (way more than just salary), and figuring out what work you shouldn't be doing.We cover the love-hate exercise, why you might need admin support first, and how to structure the hire properly.An employee costs more than their salary... Equipment, training, holidays, slow revenue periods. Most owners never model this out.Don't wing it. Model it out first.

Today Im breaking down the 4 places that your profit disappears, leading to a difference between your cash in the bank compared to your profit number.Grow your business with our 90 day business planning: https://nextadvisory.nz/90-day-business-planning/

The businesses making offers are seeing things move. The ones sitting on their hands are still struggling.We cover shifting consumer confidence, the wealth effect, and how business owners are changing from survival mode to growth mode. Plus what the data is really telling us about where New Zealand's economy is heading in 2026.Are we finally seeing the light at the end of the tunnel?

Someone once told me to focus on my strengths. I said how. They showed me the Gallup’s StrengthsFinder to figure out what I’m actually good at, and what to stop wasting time on. Then the maximiser in me wanted to go deeper on this so I linked up with an incredible human.In this episode, I’ve convinced my secret strengths coach, Suze Oh, to join me for a deep dive into how understanding your natural talents can change the way you work, lead, and live.It certainly did for me. We unpack my Top 10 strengths (yep, the real list), talk about how they show up in business and life, and how you can use your own strengths to make more progress with less burnout.If you’ve ever wondered why you’re wired the way you are, this one’s for you.If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/

Luke and Phil are down in Queenstown doing their quarterly business planning. Here's how it's going. If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/

Luke and Phil are down in Queenstown doing their quarterly business planning. Here's how it's going. If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/

Luke and Phil are down in Queenstown doing their quarterly business planning. Here's how it's going. If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/

Grow your business with our 90 day business planning: https://nextadvisory.nz/90-day-business-planning/From April 2026, Kiwisaver contributions are jumping from 3% to 3.5%. By 2032, it could be as high as 6% from you and 6% from your employer. Business owners need to start planning now.Luke and Phil break down what's really happening: 1.4 million Kiwis (40% of members) aren't contributing anything to their own retirement, government contributions are being means-tested away, and the $130 billion pot is getting serious attention from politicians.We can't afford to keep paying gold-plated pensions to baby boomers while younger generations get nothing. Business owners will face increasing payroll costs every year until 2032. A half percent increase annually might not sound like much, but multiply that by your entire workforce.We cover why it should be compulsory for everyone, the temporary reduction options (that defeat the whole purpose), and why people who understand money are excited about 6% matching.The rules are changing. Adapt or get left behind.If you're interested in working together:Visit our website https://nextadvisory.nzLet's connect over a quick call: https://calendly.com/philsmith/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextadvisory.nz/