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The 5 Minute Business Boost®Author: SAM HICKS
In this ongoing weekly podcast series, Sam will discuss all things about small business in Australia.It could be topics related to business development, marketing, photography, or even a combination of all three.Also, community development and volunteering... possibly some small business advocacy and information for the NFP sector as well.There will be discussions, reviews, tips, tricks, guests, and so much more, depending on how your host, Sam Hicks, is feeling.So, possums, listen up, and here we go.Further information, show notes are included with each episode, and/or resources are available from the Sam Hicks website.About SamSam Hicks is a make-a-difference type of person with a passion for regional business development, marketing, and photography.She lives in North East Victoria, Australia, has been running small businesses since she was 18, and loves working with other small business owners to achieve their goals!Qualifications include an MBA (MktgMgt), a Graduate Certificate in Digital Marketing (GradCertDMktg) and so many more....However, it is practical experience from her paid and volunteer endeavours and those of her clients that fuels this sharing of knowledge.Want to reach out to work with Sam?Check out the Let's Go page if you are a small business in Victoria and you want to take your small business to the next level.Sign up for the non-spammy newsletter with humour within its 600 words... delivered each Wednesday at the same time as this podcast > 5-Minute Business Boost.Get in touch to organize a workshop, see the range of workshops, or connect to find out more about 1:1 mentoring and the range of courses, products, and resources.If you run a small business in Victoria, Australia, and want to be on the poddy, reach out: to 5minbizboost@samhicks.com.au Language: en Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Guest Series - Jon Inch - Director - Mansfield Debt Recovery
Episode 134
Tuesday, 16 December, 2025
In this episode, the last one for 2025, Sam chats with Jon from Mansfield Debt Recovery about the realities of debt collection for small business owners.With more than half of Australian small businesses experiencing cashflow-negative months due to late payments, understanding when and how to engage a debt collector is essential.Jon walks through the key moments to seek help, what the debt-collection process actually involves, the red flags to watch for, and the common myths around what debt collectors can and can’t do.Mansfield Debt Recovery supports trades and small businesses across North-East Victoria with a respectful, fair, and practical approach to getting businesses back into the black.----------------------------------------------------Need some assistance with Small Business Debt Recovery - chat to Jon - 0455 629 621Follow on Facebook or send an email to mansfielddebtrecovery@gmail.com------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------If you enjoyed this episode, hit subscribe, share it with a fellow small business owner, and leave a review. It all helps more people find the show.While you are on the website, check out my Small Business Kickstart Kit. It includes a one-page business plan, simple social media calendar, marketing checklist, and plug-and-play Canva templates. Instant download at samhicks.com.au.You can also sign up for the 5-Minute Business Boost newsletter, or explore how we can work together on your business:• small business consulting,• marketing strategy,• social media and digital marketing,• workshops,• mentoring, or a• focused 1-hour training session.New podcast episodes and the weekly newsletter drop every Wednesday at 10am.Follow me on social media (@samhickscomau) and remember in small business, anything is possible.#smallbusiness #smallbusinessconsulting #marketingstrategy #businessdevelopment #5minutebusinessboost #podcast #smallbiz #regionalbusiness #samhicks
