In this episode we talk to Business Growth expert Trent Taylor about adding another zero to your income, we cover the news as usual and Soups will share his business growth tip with you!

This episode has an "online marketing" slant, so if you want to make more money online, then press PLAY!. Joining me today, and I am going to make him a permanent fixture in the show, is my co-host Iain Campbell... I also interviewed Rich Evans, the author of "Click Here" (www.clickherebook.net) and the founder of www.redd.com.au , Rich has had 17 years of experience in the on line industry, and shares the do's and dont's of getting your business online. Of course, we look at the latest news and even got a listener question! If you have a question you would like answered, email me at info@benfewtrell.com

Until next week.... have a profitable day!

Ben Fewtrell

In this episode we'll cover the latest business news and talk to Simon Chheou (Deputy President of CPA NSW and partner of Wintergate and Associates) regarding the budget and how it will effect small business owners. Iain Campbell will give you the 5 steps to building a marketing campaign.

This month's interview is with Geoff Grist, an expert sound recordist who has worked all over the world on location for documentaries, commericals and 60 Minutes. Geoff established and built his own audio equipment hire business from an original database of 23 customers. In 1997, Geoff won the prestigious Telstra NSW Government Award for Best Small Business from over 5, 000 other entrants. From this he went on to write a bestselling book "500 Award Winning Small Business Secrets".

In the interview Geoff shares some of the little things he did that made his niche small business such a success. From marketing, customer experience, dealing with competitors and retaining repeat business Geoff gives some great insight into how he established his business as the best in the industry.

Please visit www.500secrets.com for a free ebook copy of Geoff's book "500 Award Winning Small Business Secrets".

Perhaps read the book while listening to the podcast! Enjoy!

In this podcast learn how to utilise the latest technology to improve the profitablility of your business! Patrick has been involved in Vehicle GPS Tracking for years and will share with you the benefits of having a tracking system in your business.

Patrick will also share with you the many other uses and benefits of having a GPS Vehicle Tracking system and share stories with you of how some companies have saved upto $200,000 per year!

This month's interview takes a deeper look at Human Resources, the importance of a HR plan and the impact of laws such as Fair Work Australia, Unfair Dismissal and the proposed Paid Parental Leave has on a business.

Belinda McLean is the General Manager of Human Resources Focus. Belinda established HR Focus in 2006 after identifying a growing need for small to medium size businesses that do not have their own HR team or have stand alone HR function.

Belinda has worked as a HR Profesional in small & large businesses is Sydney, employed as a HR Manager or Consultant in a variety of industries. She is a strong advocate of professional HR standards with organisations, and brings a passion for HR that makes people count.

Ray Fewtrell has over 40 years experience in business in both national and international trading companies that handled a wide range of products. Ray has also been involved with various sectors of the finance industry, he is also a fully accredited commerical and inquiry agent and is a member of The Institute of Merchantile Agents".

In 2000 Ray established I & N Business Sevices  to help put companies on the right track with assistance in creating documentation (Terms and Conditions, payment terms etc) that helps protect clients from some of the pitfalls in their chosen industry.

In this interview Ray shares from his vast business knowledge on how to protect their business by the use of Terms and Conditions and how to achieve consistent cash flow.

Julio De Laffitte is one of Australia's most sought after investment communicators and speaks regularly at events around the country. With a back ground in property investing, financial planning and other investments, Julio is highly qualified, has an innovative take on investing and is passionate about helping others achieve all they can financially through demystifying the principles of wealth creation.

This interview explores wealth creation strategies and answers common investment questions covering; retirement strategies, shares vs property and investment portfolios.

This workshop was presented by Mark Bonney CA. Mark is a director of PBW Group and has over 20 years experience in tax accounting, business advisory, insurance and superannuation. He is a Chartered Accountant, registered company auditor, financial planner, tax and business agent.

Mark Bonney shows how businesses can create wealth through effective tax strategies. He explains the Henry Report and how the 2010 Federal Budget will affect your business, how you can benefit from Capital Gains Tax and how you can use a Self Managed Super Fund to your advantage plus more!

Steve Wright is the Executive Director of the Franchise Council of Australia. Steve Wright is a media and communications professional with over 15 years experience in industry advocacy and stakeholder relations, including investor, media and government relations and regulatory affairs.

In this interview Steve Wright gives some great insight into Franchising, including the benefits and weaknesses of franchising a business, legal considerations and the key elements to a successful franchise.