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The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 26: Ditch the Chaos - The Apps Every Business Needs in 2025Still using spreadsheets to run your business? It's time to stop. In this episode, Nathan breaks down exactly why accounting software (like Xero) is one of the non-negotiables for running a successful business.From automating your invoicing and payroll to connecting tools like Hubdoc, Dext, Stripe, and Ignition – it’s time to stop making things harder than they need to be.📊 Learn how to make your numbers work for you, get paid faster, and finally understand your cash flow.🎯 Read the full blog here: 👉 https://ngraccounting.com.au/ditch-the...2025-07-2119 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 25: Swipe Right on Rewards: Turning Business Costs into HolidaysHow Your Business Can Pay for Your Next HolidayIn this episode, Nathan, "The Profit Generator" breaks down four powerful ways your business can help fund the holiday you deserve without breaking the bank.Learn how to: ✔️ Use business credit cards (like Amex) to earn flight reward points ✔️ Choose the right airline rewards program to maximise value ✔️ Build a business that keeps generating income while you're away ✔️ Legally claim business travel as a tax deduction — even if there’s a holiday involvedAdditionally, discover whether platforms like Pay.com.a...2025-07-1420 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 24: From Sole Trader to Company: Is It Time To Level Up Your Business Structure?Thinking of transitioning from a sole trader to a company structure?In this episode, I break down the vital steps and strategic decisions you need to make before making the switch. We cover:What a sole trader vs company structure really meansThe risks and benefits of bothHow to legally restructure without triggering tax consequencesCommon traps and the real costs you should expectThis isn’t just about saving tax, it’s about protecting your assets, preparing for growth, and building a business that works for you.👉 Want a full breakdown? Read the blog he...2025-07-0724 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 23: Rental Property 101 - What Most Investors Get WrongThinking about buying an investment property in 2025? Before you dive into the market, there are five vital things you need to understand, and I’m breaking them all down in this episode.Whether you're just starting out or ready to build your property portfolio, I’ll walk you through:What to look for when buying a rental propertyThe truth about negative gearing (and whether it’s really worth it)Who should legally own the property: you, your partner, or a trust?How rental income and expenses work in your tax returnThe best strategies to maximi...2025-06-3027 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 22: Car Claims Exposed: Are You Using the Right Tax Method?With tax season in full swing, understanding how to correctly claim your motor vehicle expenses can save you serious money or land you in hot water with the ATO. In this episode, I break down the two main methods for claiming your car: cents per kilometre vs. the logbook method.We'll cover: ✅ Which method suits your situation best ✅ The biggest mistakes people make (and how the ATO catches them) ✅ What records you MUST keep to back your claim ✅ How to legally maximise your deductions without raising red flagsDon't get caught off guard. W...2025-06-2326 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 21: Self Managed Super: A Smart Move or a Massive Mistake?Thinking of Starting a Self-Managed Super Fund? WATCH THIS FIRST!In this episode, I explain exactly what you need to know before setting up a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF).- Who should consider an SMSF- Why ASIC recommends at least $200K to start- The real costs no one talks about- The compliance traps that could cost you big- What happens if you get it wrongI’m seeing a massive surge in people asking about SMSFs, but many don’t fully understand what they...2025-06-1527 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 20: ATO Crackdown: Why Small Biz Is in the Firing Line🚨 The ATO Is Coming for You – Here's What You Need to Know 🚨If you've got unpaid tax or super, the Australian Tax Office isn't playing games. The honeymoon is over. Payment plans are getting denied. Interest and penalties aren't being wiped. They're calling, writing, and turning up the pressure hard.In this episode, I explain precisely why the ATO is cracking down, who they're targeting first, and what you need to do right now to avoid getting slammed with a Director Penalty Notice or worse.If you're behind on taxes, 2025-06-0714 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyThe Fairytale or the Horror Story: Choosing the Right Business PartnerThinking of starting a business with a partner? WATCH THIS FIRST. Too many great business ideas fall apart because the partnership behind them wasn't built on solid ground. In this episode, Nathan Rigney—The Profit Generator dives deep into the five principles you MUST know before going into business with anyone.Whether you're already in a partnership, about to start one, or just dreaming of building a business with a mate, this episode is packed with real talk, honest advice, and practical steps to help you create a partnership that thrives, not one...2025-06-0118 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 18: 5 Steps That Save Start UpsThinking of Starting a Business? Watch This First.Starting a business is exciting… but without the right knowledge and strategy, it can be an expensive disaster waiting to happen.In this episode, I break down the 5 essential things every business owner must know before they launch. These aren’t textbook theories—these are real-world insights I’ve gained from working with hundreds of business owners who either struggled or succeeded based on what they did (or didn’t do) initially.✅ How to tell if you’re really ready for business...2025-05-2318 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 17: Tax Planning SecretsAre you leaving thousands on the table? If you’re a business owner or an income earner and you haven’t started thinking about your tax position for the year, this video is your wake-up call.In this episode, Nathan Rigney (The Profit Generator) breaks down: ✅ What tax planning actually is ✅ Why May and June are critical months ✅ The biggest mistakes people make with EOFY strategy ✅ Real-life stories of smart tax wins ✅ And legal strategies you can ACTUALLY use to reduce your tax billForget the jargon. Forget the las...2025-05-1623 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 16: From Awkward to Awesome: Master Networking FastIf the word networking makes you cringe... you’re not alone. But if you’re serious about growing your business, you can’t afford to ignore it.In this episode, Nathan Rigney (The Profit Generator) breaks down: ✅ What networking REALLY is (and why you're probably already doing it) ✅ The difference between soft and hard networking ✅ 3 simple strategies to find your next customer — without feeling awkwardFrom local coffee catchups to formal groups like BNI and BX, you’ll learn exactly how to start building real relationships that...2025-04-2621 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 15: Facing The Debt That Could Sink Your Business💥 When Profit First Isn’t Enough: Facing the Debt That Could Sink Your Business 💥You’ve implemented the systems.You’ve tightened your spending.You’ve worked harder than ever to fix the problems in your business...But the debt is still crushing you.In this episode, I talk about what no one else will:➡️ What to do when your business is drowning in debt➡️ The difference between being broke… and being insolvent➡️ Why even the best system (yes, even Profit First) can’t save a sinking ship➡️ The two options you NEED to know...2025-04-2119 min
Thinking Out LoudThe Sin of Empathy?In this episode, we dive deep into the controversial conversation around the so-called "sin of empathy"—a topic that has sparked significant debate within Christian circles. Nathan offers his hot take, followed by Cameron’s more reflective approach, as we unpack the theological, cultural, and political dimensions of this complex issue. Drawing on the works of Joe Rigney and Ali Beth Stuckey, as well as commentary from figures like Elon Musk, we explore whether empathy—long considered a Christian virtue—can become problematic when it distorts truth or compromises identity. With references to theological shifts, cultural pressure points, and the nuan...2025-04-1131 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 14: External Factors vs. Internal ControlIn this episode, I break down a crucial distinction every business owner needs to understand: External Factors vs. Internal Control.You can’t control everything, interest rates, taxes, new regulations, or random tariffs thrown down by world leaders. But here’s the truth: It’s your INTERNAL factors that determine your success.In this episode, I walk you through: ✅ The difference between what you can and can’t control in your business. ✅ Why your internal systems, habits, and strategies are the key to success. ✅ The powerful shifts our Profit Generator students are maki...2025-04-0920 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 13: The 5 Step Fix for a Broken BusinessIf you’re working your butt off in business but feel like you’ve got nothing to show for it—this episode is for YOU.Nathan “The Profit Generator” Rigney breaks down the 5 essential tasks every business owner must do to escape the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and build a business that actually pays YOU first.In this power-packed episode, we cover:✅ How to finally face your numbers (without the overwhelm)✅ What your real profit margin is—and how to fix it✅ How to set a financial goal and reverse-engineer it✅ The 20% cost cut hiding in plain...2025-03-3019 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 12: The Business Matrix: Will you take the Red Pill?Are you working harder than ever but still feel like you're getting nowhere financially? Or maybe you've been avoiding your business finances because they feel overwhelming (or just plain boring)?The reality is, 80% of business owners in Australia have experienced severe cash flow issues, and nearly half of business failures are caused by poor financial management. Don't be another statistic.In this episode, I break down:🔹 The real cost of ignoring your business finances🔹 Why so many business owners choose to stay in the dark (a.k.a. the blue pill)🔹 The game-chan...2025-03-1616 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 11: Escaping the Survival TrapThis week, I’m coming to you from Bali, celebrating 10 years of marriage and reflecting on the real reason I can take this trip stress-free—because my business is built to serve me, not control me.Too many business owners are stuck in a transactional cycle—working harder, earning more, but never really moving forward. In this episode, I break down: ✅ The difference between a job and a true business ✅ Why so many business owners feel stuck and stressed ✅ The critical mindset shift that allo...2025-03-0911 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 10: From Struggling to Thriving – How Mick Transformed His BusinessIn this exclusive episode of The Profit Generator Show, I sit down with Mick from Wills Stonemasonry to talk about his incredible business transformation. Mick shares his journey from financial stress, underpricing, and cash flow struggles to a 40% increase in take-home profit, predictable income, and total financial control—all thanks to implementing the strategies from The Profit Generator School.We cover:✅ The biggest mistakes keeping business owners stuck in survival mode✅ Why saying yes to every job was actually costing Mick money✅ How fixing pricing and cash flow changed...2025-02-1315 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 9: The Real Cost Of Not Working On Your Profit FirstEver feel like you're working hard but not really getting ahead? You're not alone. In this episode of The Profit Generator Show, I reveal three essential skills that, when combined with the Profit First system, will make you unstoppable as a business owner.I’m breaking down:✅ The real cost of NOT mastering these skills (hint: it’s keeping you stuck)✅ How these skills apply to business, finances, and even life (yes, even kicking bad habits!)✅ A real-life example of a tradie who transformed his profits by shifting his mindse...2025-02-0911 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 8: The Profit First MindsetWelcome to this week’s episode of The Profit Generator Show 🎙️ Today, we’re diving into one of the biggest challenges business owners face—self-sabotage and shifting to an abundant mindset.So many business owners work incredibly hard, yet they still struggle with cash flow, debt, and uncertainty. And the truth is—it’s not because they aren’t working hard enough. It’s because their mindset is holding them back.In this episode, we’ll break down:✅ How self-sabotage is silently killing your profits and keeping you stuck.✅ Why “selling more” doesn’t actually fix financia...2025-02-0213 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 7: The Invisible CostsWelcome to this week’s episode of The Profit Generator Podcast! 🎙️ This time, we’re diving into the invisible costs that are quietly stealing your profit—and how you can take back control. 💸Here’s what we’re covering:✅ Direct costs you can clearly see, like unnecessary subscriptions, high-interest loans, and under utilised office space.✅ Indirect costs you might not even notice, such as operational inefficiencies, time-wasting tasks, and hidden overheads.✅ Practical solutions to reduce, remove, or renegotiate these costs and instantly improve your bottom line.Plus, I’ll share actiona...2025-01-2614 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 6: Understanding your Financial PositionThis week, we’re diving into one of the most game-changing strategies for small business owners: Profit First. If you’re tired of working hard, feeling financially stuck, and wondering where all your money goes, this episode is for you. 💸Here’s what we’re covering:✅ Why the traditional accounting formula (Revenue - Expenses = Profit) sets you up to fail.✅ How Profit First flips the script, making profit your top priority.✅ The 4 core principles of Profit First and how they work to give you financial clarity and control.✅ Real-life success stories, like Michael the st...2025-01-1918 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 5: Overcoming Financial FearIn this episode, we’re diving headfirst into one of the biggest challenges business owners face: financial fear. Whether you’re the carefree spender living the “champagne lifestyle on a beer budget” or the cautious saver hoarding every dollar, this one’s for you. 💸We’re unpacking why financial fear is so common, how it holds us back, and—most importantly—how you can take control. I’ll share the two common money archetypes I see in business owners, why avoidance only makes things worse, and how to flip your mindset to make fear work for you instead of against yo...2025-01-1221 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 4: Profit First got me HERE!In this episode, Nathan reflects on his family holiday to Thailand and dives into the powerful lessons learned both abroad and in business. Drawing on his 25 years of experience as an accountant, Nathan shares the patterns of financial crisis he’s seen in small businesses and how implementing the Profit First methodology broke those cycles for himself and his clients.From tuk-tuk rides that turned into lessons in customer service to family memories funded by disciplined financial habits, Nathan reveals how Profit First not only creates profitability but also unlocks the freedom to enjoy life outside the of...2024-12-1724 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 3: STOP the Cash CrisisIn this episode, Nathan Rigney, the Profit Generator, dives deep into the critical importance of cash flow as the backbone of business health. He explores cash flow versus revenue, liquidity, and why medium-sized businesses ($2-10 million) often face unique cash flow challenges. Nathan covers practical strategies to forecast cash needs, manage delayed payments, and minimise risks with due diligence, such as credit checks on large projects. Tune in for actionable insights and foundational steps like setting up Profit First accounts and regular expense reviews to avoid cash flow pitfalls and ensure a smooth, sustainable operation.Head over...2024-11-0922 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 2: Profit FIRST, not Profit LASTIn this episode, Nathan Rigney, the Profit Generator and owner of NGR Accounting, breaks down the pitfalls of traditional accounting models and introduces the Profit First system. Nathan explains why many business owners are stuck in a profit-loss cycle and how shifting your mindset to prioritise profit can transform your business. He dives deep into the power of intentional financial management, including real client success stories, and shares practical steps on how to implement Profit First to regain control of your cash flow, reduce financial stress, and start making real profits.Ready to take control of your...2024-11-0324 min
The Profit Generator Show with Nathan RigneyEp 1: What is your Accountant NOT doing for youIn this episode, Nathan Rigney, the Profit Generator, discusses why traditional accountants are failing businesses by focusing solely on compliance and tax returns. He emphasises the importance of working with an accountant who offers proactive advice, growth strategies, and a partnership approach to help businesses scale and thrive.Feeling like your accountant doesn’t ‘get’ your business? Discover a fresh approach with Nathan. Head to NGR Accounting to learn how you can stop feeling like just another number and start building real profit. Dive into resources and insights designed to help your business grow—with an accountant who actu...2024-10-2622 min
Grow My Accounting Practice | Tips for Accountants, Bookkeepers and Coaches to Grow Their BusinessNathan Rigney: Expert Strategies for Entrepreneurs and AccountantsShow Summary 2024-08-0828 min
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Shining Wizards Network30 Screams or Less 060: HeadlessIn this episode of the 30 Screams or Less podcast we review “Headless”, Directed by Arthur Cullipher, written by Nathan Erdel and Todd Rigney, Starring Shane Beasley (Killer) and Kelsey Carlisle (Jess Hardy). The plot is, After unearthing the lost slasher film from 1978 in Found (2012), the now-grown-up skull-masked boy abducts and tortures helpless women. Now, he needs one more victim. Will her blonde-haired head end up as the...
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30 Screams or Less PodcastTSOL060 - HeadlessIn this episode of the 30 Screams or Less podcast we review "Headless", Directed by Arthur Cullipher, written by Nathan Erdel and Todd Rigney, Starring Shane Beasley (Killer) and Kelsey Carlisle (Jess Hardy). The plot is, After unearthing the lost slasher film from 1978 in Found (2012), the now-grown-up skull-masked boy abducts and tortures helpless women. Now, he needs one more victim. Will her blonde-haired head end up as the Killer's latest trophy?WARNING: This episode contains graphic details of scenes in the movie that consist of violence, necrophilia, cannibalism, and child abuse. Listener discretion is advised.2024-04-0837 min
Small Business Dads54. Nathan Rigney from NGR AccountingSmall Business Dads is back with another season! And today we're joined by Nathan Rigney, from NGR Accounting.
Nathan is all about breaking the old accountants are boring stereotype and shares how he does this - and it's a simple little tip that every business owner needs to be on top of. And it's surprisingly nothing ground breaking, just not always seen in business.
Stay tuned also for a cool dad tip that is especially important for blokes who work all day and don't get to see their kids as much as they'd otherwise like.2021-06-2334 min
Bx PodcastEP 21 - 4 x Accountant's share their views on this challenging Covid timeToday on the Bx Podcast we on the show we are doing something a little different. I’m talking with 4 x accountants from within the Bx network.I wanted to find out and share what you can do as a small business to navigate these challenging covid times and, as you would know, there is no one better placed to help you do that than your trusty accountant.We have Luis Cordero, Sonia Gibson, Nathan Rigney and Lisa Stoneham. Between them there are several lifetimes of accounting experience so listen in closely as they offer some ideas and fe...2020-09-041h 24
The Dynasty Baseball ShowEp 150 | The New Era and Top 100 Prospect PerformancesIt's a new era of the show as Nathan Dokken has sailed his ship so Ron Rigney and Van Lee talk the future of the show and decisions they've made. They also analyze plenty of top 100 prospects that have debuted or are debuting soon in the show. You'll hear analysis on Christian Pache, Nate Pearson, Ian Anderson, and plenty more!2020-08-2739 min
The Dynasty Baseball ShowEp 150 | The New Era and Top 100 Prospect PerformancesIt's a new era of the show as Nathan Dokken has sailed his ship so Ron Rigney and Van Lee talk the future of the show and decisions they've made. They also analyze plenty of top 100 prospects that have debuted or are debuting soon in the show. You'll hear analysis on Christian Pache, Nate Pearson, Ian Anderson, and plenty more!2020-08-2739 min
Nasty Cast Fantasy BaseballEp 217 | Top 30 OutfieldersVan Lee is busy washing his comforter but Nathan Dokken and Ron Rigney are joined this week by Fantrax HQ's own Eric Cross! They lend their opinions on the Top 30 Outfielders for 2020 per Fantrax ADP. Can you draft Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton at their ADP's given the health risk? Is Bryce Harper actually underrated now? Is Andrew Benintendi terrible? How high would we take Luis Robert? So many questions and so little time to answer, so you should probably just listen to the episode.2020-02-121h 16