The #WhatsNext Podcast

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...

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...

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...

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...

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/

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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.

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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...

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...

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...

Visit https://nextadvisory.nz for more information on working with usMost business owners would rather go broke than say no to a bad client. Then they act surprised when they're working 60-hour weeks for peanuts. Phil and Luke break down why Kiwi business owners are addicted to saying yes: scarcity mindset, fear of missing out, and the belief that every job leads to something bigger. We cover why your $100 clients bring 80% of your problems, how to filter out time wasters, and why having cash in the bank gives you the power to choose.T...

Thinking of buying a business? Speak with Phil first: https://nextadvisory.nz/buying-a-business/Most business owners couldn't tell you when they last followed up with an inquiry, then they wonder why their cash flow is unpredictable.Phil and Luke break down why pipeline management separates successful businesses from struggling ones. We cover how to track leads properly (even with a pen and paper), why speed kills deals, and how one client nurtures prospects for 3 years before they're ready to buy.The reality? You're in complete control of your business destiny, but only if you...