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A little more than five years ago, Kevin Graham was living comfortably in Adelaide, South Australia, with a secure government job in IT. He was dabbling in the local property market, and seemingly setting himself up nicely. But Kevin felt trapped on the treadmill and longed to break free. Fast forward to today, Kevin is a globetrotting online entrepreneur currently based in idyllic Chiang Mai, Thailand. He's built a strong, location independent business that gives him the freedom and flexibility to do what he likes, when he likes, where he likes. How did he transform his life in such a short period of time? Kevin shares his story and insights with Bushy Martin. Connect with Kevin Graham - https://kevingraham.com/ Get Invested is the podcast dedicated to time poor professionals who want to work less and live more. Join Bushy Martin, one of Australia’s top 10 property specialists, as he and his influential guests share know-how on the ways investing in property can unlock the life you always dreamed about and secure your financial future. Remember to subscribe on your favourite podcast player, and if you're enjoying the show please leave us a review. Find out more about Get Invested here https://bushymartin.com.au/get-invested-podcast/ Want to connect with Bushy? Get in touch here https://bushymartin.com.au/contact/ This show is produced by Apiro Media - http://apiropodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do people chase new jobs, or new businesses, thinking the grass will be greener on the other side, only to find they’re left with more of the same? Ruth Morgan, a career wellbeing and success coach and the founder of Creating Healthy Careers, answers this question and many more from the world of ‘work’. Ruth coaches people to achieve success and new levels of high performance in their careers and business, but in a sustainable way, helping them optimise their wellbeing as well as their workplace. She draws on learnings from 25 years in the executive recruitment and career transition markets, where she saw addiction and fatigue impact the health, relationships and wellbeing of too many people. Ruth believes that a career should add to your life, not detract from it. And it starts with aligning your career with your passion and purpose. In this episode, Ruth shares her challenging, empowering and actionable steps to success with Bushy Martin. Get Invested is the podcast dedicated to time poor professionals who want to work less and live more. Join Bushy Martin, one of Australia’s top 10 property specialists, as he and his influential guests share know-how on the ways investing in property can unlock the life you always dreamed about and secure your financial future. Remember to subscribe on your favourite podcast player, and if you're enjoying the show please leave us a review. Find out more about Get Invested here https://bushymartin.com.au/get-invested-podcast/ Want to connect with Bushy? Get in touch here https://bushymartin.com.au/contact/ This show is produced by Apiro Media - http://apiropodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke Schenscher is the gentle giant who found his way to the pinnacle of elite sport, playing basketball in the NBA with the likes of the Chicago Bulls and Portland Trailblazers. He played at the highest level in Germany as well as at home in Australia with the Adelaide 36ers, Perth Wildcats and Townsville Crocs in a high profile NBL career. Luke also represented his country with the Australian Boomers. On paper, it looks like he was living the dream but the reality is very different. Luke had to fight tooth and nail and overcome endless challenges to maintain his place alongside the best of the best in basketball. Luke shares amazing insights and lessons from the journey about the relationship between the body and mind, high performance and rules for success. Get Invested is the podcast dedicated to time poor professionals who want to work less and live more. Join Bushy Martin, one of Australia’s top 10 property specialists, as he and his influential guests share know-how on the ways investing in property can unlock the life you always dreamed about and secure your financial future. Remember to subscribe on your favourite podcast player, and if you're enjoying the show please leave us a review. Find out more about Get Invested here https://bushymartin.com.au/get-invested-podcast/ Want to connect with Bushy? Get in touch here https://bushymartin.com.au/contact/ This show is produced by Apiro Media - http://apiropodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is going to challenge your views on how to achieve high performance, in terms of what ‘high performance’ really is and how to make it happen. Greg Layton takes us on his fascinating, around the world journey, which has included evangelical Catholicism, desert ultra-marathons, training with monks and kung-fu masters, NLP, hypnosis and the art of framing. These experiences, and years of self-discovery, have enabled Greg to distill the essence and psychology of high performance. He has gone on to work with sporting greats like Martina Navratilova and many other elite athletes, helping them take their careers to the next level. Greg has been there, done it, and now walks his talk to help others do the same. If you’re an intrapreneur, middle manager or a time poor professional who is continuously frustrated with where your life and career is at, and want to position yourself for purpose and impact, then you’ll love this episode with Greg Layton. And if listeners want to tap into the Chief Maker’s personal life vision process, check out the following links: https://chiefmaker.com.au/57-build-your-life-vision/ & https://chiefmaker.com.au/59-executing-your-life-vision/ Get Invested is the podcast dedicated to time poor professionals who want to work less and live more. Join Bushy Martin, one of Australia’s top 10 property specialists, as he and his influential guests share know-how on the ways investing in property can unlock the life you always dreamed about and secure your financial future. Remember to subscribe on your favourite podcast player, and if you're enjoying the show please leave us a review. Find out more about Get Invested here https://bushymartin.com.au/get-invested-podcast/ Want to connect with Bushy? Get in touch here https://bushymartin.com.au/contact/ This show is produced by Apiro Media - http://apiropodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kym Nitschke is an accountant, financial planner, a licenced builder and an active property investor. How many ‘accountant builders’ have you met? He is, by definition, a maverick – an independently minded person and non-conformist who thinks outside the square and follows through. Kym has built a strong property portfolio that affords him a great lifestyle including a beautiful property on acreage in the Adelaide Hills. And he also owns and runs an accounting practice where he helps medical professionals and other intraprenuers and entrepreneurs to live by design and not by default. In this insightful discussion you will learn: How he nearly walked away from property never to return after his first venture What he then learned about property that put him back on to the road to success His best tips on how to save tax He is a great down to earth guy who calls it as it is, you’re sure to enjoy this interview with Kym Nitschke. Nitschke Nancarrow - http://nitschkenancarrow.com.au/ Kym Nitschke, Accounting Insider - http://www.accountinginsider.net/ Get Invested is the podcast dedicated to time poor professionals who want to work less and live more. Join Bushy Martin, one of Australia’s top 10 property specialists, as he and his influential guests share know-how on the ways investing in property can unlock the life you always dreamed about and secure your financial future. Remember to subscribe on your favourite podcast player, and if you're enjoying the show please leave us a review. Find out more about Get Invested here https://bushymartin.com.au/get-invested-podcast/ Want to connect with Bushy? Get in touch here https://bushymartin.com.au/contact/ This show is produced by Apiro Media - http://apiropodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to the topic of your future home, the age old question is sure to come up - do I buy or build? In our experience at Know How, building can save you tens of thousands of dollars and unleash huge value into your property portfolio. But some investors are put off by the horror stories shared by those who have had nightmare experiences with building. There are few people better positioned to address the risks, uncertainty and complexity in building than our guest Natalie Stevens. Natalie is the founder and CEO of Build In Oz, an online membership based platform that shares the benefits of building with Australian families who are looking to upgrade their existing home or break into home ownership for the first time. Natalie, who is also author of Building Home and Better Business, Better Life, Better World, reveals her step by step building process, which is guaranteed to save you time, money and stress. We also discuss how to get a better lifestyle for less, how Natalie gives back through her charitable ventures, and much more. Build In Oz - www.buildinoz.com.au Natalie Stevens - www.nataliestevens.com.au Get Invested is the podcast dedicated to time poor professionals who want to work less and live more. Join Bushy Martin, one of Australia’s top 10 property specialists, as he and his influential guests share know-how on the ways investing in property can unlock the life you always dreamed about and secure your financial future. Remember to subscribe on your favourite podcast player, and if you're enjoying the show please leave us a review. Find out more about Get Invested here https://bushymartin.com.au/get-invested-podcast/ Want to connect with Bushy? Get in touch here https://bushymartin.com.au/contact/ This show is produced by Apiro Media - http://apiropodcasts.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest episode of Get Invested is one you might not want to listen to while driving or doing something else. Instead, you might want to sit down with a pen and some paper to take notes. Our guest, Tom Hector, is one of South Australia’s most successful real estate agents, having sold more than 200 properties in the past year. If that sounds like a lot, it’s because it is. Tom has an incredible eye for the real estate market and knows how to leverage relationships to get the best prices possible for his clients. Tom and I spoke for close to an hour on a number of fascinating topics, including plenty of inside tips for making the real estate market work for you. This is one you definitely won’t want to miss. During the episode, we talk about: The insane work culture behind real estate How to select a real estate salesperson The best way to build real relationships Why the real estate game is “all mental” Insider property knowledge for South Australia How Tom’s past failures influence his current view on the market What good investors are doing in Australia Finding sustainable work-life balance LinkedIn Tom Hector - Harris Real EstateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While property is often touted as one of the safest means of investing your money, individual property markets can be incredibly fickle. But thanks to Doron Peleg and his team at RiskWise Property Research, we have some people who are using the power of data and algorithms to make property investment more of a science and less of a guessing game. On this episode of Get Invested, Doron and I have a fruitful chat about the importance of rationality in investment. He’s an incredibly intelligent fellow and has a lot to say that will surprise you. We also talk about: Why historical data can be misleading The usefulness of rationality, data and planning ahead Why you should always be thinking in the long-term Whether hotspots are really “hot” Top insights into local Australian markets How houses have always outperformed units in Australia’s property market The many ways politics can affect the property market Why couples can make great property investment teams Links: LinkedIn RiskWise Property ResearchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Successful people in all walks of life exhibit some common traits. You’ll find that most are lifelong learners. They’re always questioning. They’re often big readers, and always seek out knowledge - improving and honing their skills. But most of all they’re not afraid to reach out to the best of the best in their field and learn from them. It’s a trait that my guest Tyrone Shum on this episode of Get Invested – has turned into an art form. Tyrone is host of the hugely popular Property Investory podcast. In essence, he picks the brains of the crème de la crème in the property investment game so you and I can benefit from their experience and knowledge. Tyrone’s own story – from real estate agent to digital marketing guru, nomad entrepreneur to top podcast host and budding property developer – is an inspiration in itself. Here are some of the brain-filling goodies you’ll get from my chat with Tyrone: Why knowledge is nothing without action Distilling the wisdom of property experts through their stories The value of applying just-in-time learning The power of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 Building an audience and impacting the lives of thousands The inspiration of Rich Dad Poor Dad Moving from property investing to property development Avoiding analysis paralysis Living the digital nomad life funded by passive income Why there’s not such thing as the property market (Hint: It’s got a lot to do with emotion) Common strategies of top property investors Links: Property Investory Books mentioned: Rich Dad Poor Dad The 4-Hour Workweek The Alchemist The Barefoot Investor The 5 Second Rule The Million-Dollar One-Person Business Podcast – How I Built ThisSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making money for the right reasons: what does this entail? Peter Finn, Managing Director of Face Contracting and fellow podcaster, thinks you should make sure that you have a profound sense of fulfilment and peace of mind in your career and your personal life. Several years ago, Peter was immensely successful but still found himself depressed. So he saw a psychologist and reevaluated what was important in his life. This practice of looking at what’s important in life is what the latest episode of the Get Invested podcast is all about. Peter and I had a great chat about what he’s learned throughout his career in the mining industry, and why fostering healthy relationships is the most important thing you can do. We also talk about: How making $70,000 at 17 years of age taught Peter some important lessons about financial responsibility What you can do to achieve your ideal lifestyle Why it’s crucial that you find something that makes you feel fulfilled in your work What passive income can do for you Why a good set of friends does wonders for your mental health What it feels like when you live a life of purpose The importance of tough conversations in relationships Why you should make a roadmap of your financial future Links: LinkedIn Full Production FACE ContractingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is a bit different from the rest. Instead of having a guest come on the Get Invested podcast, I was actually a guest myself speaking to a good friend of mine, Glen Carlson of Dent Global. Glen is a fantastic host, and is just as passionate as I am about investing smart and using property as a vehicle for personal freedom. Glen and I have known each other for ages, and this episode is full of plenty of friendly banter. But it’s also packed with concrete tips for how you can start turning your savings into passive income and work towards living your best life. The episode also covers: My own personal transformation that took me from self-esteem issues to confidence The importance of a good investment team Why time is so crucial when it comes to smart investments The four F’s of Know How Group’s customer service guidelines The key growth factors for wealth Why income and influence follows assets How to navigate the pitfalls of the property industry What you can do today to work towards personal freedom Links: Know How Group Dent Global Key Person of InfluenceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you a better person than you were yesterday? This is the golden message of Andrew Griffiths, a bestselling author, speaker and entrepreneur who has written upwards of 20 books and is requested to speak all over the world. Despite enduring endless mental, physical and emotional abuse as a child, Andrew has crafted a lifestyle built on positivity and freedom, and is a true inspiration to anyone who calls themselves an entrepreneur. On the latest episode of the Get Invested podcast, Andrew and I spoke about his incredible journey and how he made the choice to be happy and successful. He is one of the few people that I can describe as having genuinely changed my life, and I am thrilled to be able to bring his wonderful perspective to more people. This is an episode you really won’t want to miss. During the show we chat about: How empathy helped Andrew through an abusive childhood Why we all have the choice to make our lives better How buying his first business as a teenager taught Andrew valuable life lessons The importance of self-respect when it comes work-life balance Why writing a book is an incredible way to develop yourself The power of smiling and saying hello Key ways to generate passive income Why you should strive to make every interaction valuable Links: Andrew Griffiths - Website LinkedInSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Dutton is my personal accountant, and somebody who I’m lucky enough to call a friend. With more than 20 years experience, he’s a down-to-earth yet highly realistic financial advisor who has helped myself and plenty others multiply their investments. On the latest episode of the Get Invested podcast, Tony and I sat down to have a long and enlightening chat about investment, life and keeping a healthy attitude. Tony has plenty of advice — and plenty of good jokes — about how not to become paralysed by life and take control of your own financial future. During the episode, we talk about: What leaving school at 16 years of age taught Tony Why everything in life is a sink-or-swim matter The importance of strategising early when it comes to investment Why investing in yourself and your family should be your first priority Why property is a great choice for safe yet profitable investments How you can put fear out of your mind and move forward in life The importance of money and how it brings freedom How to live your ideal lifestyle Links: Tony Dutton - LinkedIn Get My Tax Done - WebsiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some of us are rich, but are we wealthy? For Sean D’Souza, founder of marketing strategy company Psychotactics, wealth is having enough time on your hand to do what you want — whether that’s travelling, cooking, spending time with your family or anything else. By all means, Sean is wealthy. He takes three months holiday every year, and spends plenty of time with his family and pursuing his hobbies. On the latest episode of the Get Invested podcast, Sean and I spoke about how his journey through life taught him what’s important and how anybody can simplify their life and put their energy towards what’s really important. During the episode, we talk about: Why Sean wakes up at 4 AM every day The reason Sean doesn’t believe in inborn talent How to find more time for vacation How to become wealthy, not just rich Why time is our biggest asset The importance of finding a good teacher How energy leads to confidence and skill Why luck explains nearly everything Links: Psychotactics LinkedInSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A good property manager can be crucial in the success or otherwise of a property investment over the long term. But choosing the right one can be surprisingly difficult – so where do you start? What do look for? And what should you expect from a good property manager? I’ve gone straight to the source on this episode of Get Invested. My guest is Lauren Robinson. The great thing about this chat with Lauren is that she comes to the topic from two perspectives, both as an award-winning property manager with her own successful business, Rental Results, and as a long-term property investor in her own right. In fact, when it comes to property management and investors, she wrote the book on the subject – it’s called Rented. And as you’ll hear, Lauren really knows her stuff. Here’s just some of what we check off the list in this episode: What makes a good property manager Top tips for choosing a good one Why you should never self-manage a property The benefits of using a dedicated property manager How to minimise risks and maximise returns Why she doesn’t manage her investment properties The advantages of rent-vesting Co-ownership – risks and rewards Key reasons why landlords fail Thoughts on pet-friendly rentals Links: Lauren Robinson - LinkedIn Rental Results Book - RentedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to podcasting, there are few bigger names than John Lee Dumas, host of the hugely popular Entrepreneurs On Fire podcast. And it’s a very great pleasure to have him on this episode of Get Invested. With ‘Entrepreneurs On Fire’, John has really been an inspiration for so many people, from Silicon Valley heavyweights to wantrepreneurs looking for a place to start. It’s easy to see why. He’s a guy filled with generosity of spirit and knowledge, and in this episode we get some great insights into his business and investment journey and what he’s learned along the way. Compared to some of our other episodes, this one’s an absolute machine-gun dance (under 20 minutes), but I think you’ll agree it’s packed with gold. Here are just some of the nuggets we unearth: Why John believes the best investment he ever made is himself Why he’s passionate about dollar cost averaging and index investing How John invests in practice, and his big wins Why he recommends getting your hands dirty before jumping into a degree The importance of investing in a team Why he thinks he’s so bad at many things Why it’s better to be a person of value than success The difference between in-vestors and out-vestors Why he lives in Puerto Rico (and maybe you should too) Links: Entrepreneurs On Fire Book – The Four Know How GroupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wouldn’t it be great if you could learn from one of the greatest investing minds around? Well you’re in luck, in this weeks episode of the Get Invested podcast, you’ll get a chance to do just that. Dr. David Dugan has had a massively varied career, he has been a business mentor, navy commander, dentist, financial planner, mentor, coach, and is a highly successful investor. We go in-depth on investing, what the ideal investments look like, how to handle and approach risk. You’ll also learn about how his experiences as a helped him cultivate his investing prowess, and how often the problem isn’t what we want but not taking the time figure out how to get there. He also shares with us why the planning stage of your goals can often be more important than the action that comes after it. If that wasn’t enough, we also go over:-A simple technique Dr. David Dugan uses to keep himself from hitting his goals-How to always get the edge in any industry-A way to plan your life that skyrockets your success-The fundamental question that helps you map out your ideal lifestyle-The one characteristic that separates the successful from the unsuccessful-Why knowing your role can elevate your workflow-Why tell people what you’re doing increases your chances of success-Why you shouldn’t look for exciting investments-Why being the best won’t necessarily make you the most successful-The single best investment Dr. David Duggan ever made Links: Dr. David Dugan-Website Dr. David Dugan- Facebook Dr. David Dugan-TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It can be tough to take care of ourselves nowadays. We’re so busy and burdened with the demands of a fast-paced world, that we tend to ignore our bodies and let stress, illness and discontent pile up. The remedy, according to our latest guest on the Get Invested Podcast, lies in coming back to natural foods and healthcare products. Sally Lydia Paech is the founder of OrganiQ, a company that for more than four years has used naturally-sourced ingredients to create rejuvenating cosmetic products. On our latest episode, Sally was kind enough to chat with me and share her fascinating story, which took a turning point when she was undergoing a thyroid disorder and finally decided to slow down her life and heavily involve herself in yoga, mindfulness and holistic living. If you’re finding yourself overly stressed by modern life, you’ll have to give this podcast a listen. Sally and I chat about all of the above, as well as the following: How modern cosmetics are causing a host of health problems Why “I don’t have enough time” is a poor excuse for not taking care of yourself The issue with modern education How a combination of health and emotional issues brought Sally to improve her health Some of Sally’s top tips for skin care The importance of time in building your brand and investments The eternal benefits of yoga How to get started on your own brand LinkedIn OrganiQ Facebook Email: [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you want to make better life (and investment) decisions, you need to start by getting your mental house in order. And my guest on this episode of Get Invested has got some practical steps to help you get clear on what you really want in life and the best way to get there. As you’ll hear, there are few people who bring the breadth and depth of experience to the subject as my guest, Amber Hawken. With a background spanning traditional medicine, psychological and behavioural therapies, and spiritual philosophies, she’s a master at helping people find the essence of who they are and what they need to be doing. With an approach that’s relatable, down-to-earth and straight-to-the-chase, I know you’re going to get a lot out of this chat. Here’s a taste of what we cover: Why self-connection is key to personal freedom Getting in touch with your consciousness and finding authenticity Managing the monkey mind Dealing with fear of success and imposter syndrome Building firm foundations in your life Defining what your perfect life looks like What is fulfillment? What is it to you? Prioritising joy Amber’s theory of the 7 Fs and how it relates How you’re purchasing your life with your attention Links: AmberHawken.com Amber’s book – The Unfu*kwithable Life Calm Mind Project 1 Giant Mind appSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’re keen to start your property investment journey on the right foot, while maintaining balance and harmony in your life, you’ll want to grab a pen and takes notes during this episode of Get Invested. My guest is Mike Reid, a Director at training and advisory company, Dent Global, a world-renowned organisation that helps entrepreneurs to stand out and scale up their businesses. Mike is a man with wisdom beyond his years. And in this wide-ranging conversation, we’ll take a look at his journey so far, as a property investor with a growing portfolio, as an entrepreneur and influencer, and as a human being. Personally, I’m astounded by his insights at such a young age. I think you’ll agree there’s a lot we can learn from how he’s setting himself up and creating a success story that’s only going to get better and better. In this inspiring episode, we cover: The limitations of traditional pathways and choosing entrepreneurship Choosing wealth for freedom and choice not materialism The power of surrounding yourself with entrepreneurial people Making an impact on clients’ businesses and in the world Mike’s approach to property investing, and how he got his start Developing income and wealth in parallel The importance of balance, patience and persistence Embracing time as a friend not a foe Some thoughts on property cycles Developing a property investment team Understanding yourself and your values when it comes to wealth creation Links: Mike’s website – mikejamesreid.com Dent Global Entrepreneurs’ Organization Bushy’s book – The Freedom FormulaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’re looking for inspiration to take that leap into a new way of life, look no further than this weeks episode of ‘Get Invested’. Look in the dictionary under high achiever and you’ll see a picture of my guest, Katie Richards. But it hasn’t always been a straight and smooth road for this country girl turned big-city lawyer turned Internet entrepreneur – and her story has some fantastic lessons for all of us. In this broad-ranging and thought-provoking episode, we delve into the money lessons Katie learnt at a young age, the twists and turns of her career, overcoming a serious accident and corporate burnout, and how on earth she juggles running her own business – Virtual Law – and building her new web venture, all while studying for her UK law exams and staying sane. Here are just some of the subjects we touch on: Why Katie considers personal development her best investment Beating corporate disillusionment Turning your skills into a freedom business Disrupting the legal business online Building systems to get your time back The value of mindfulness Giving your health higher priority Unconventional ways of getting ahead in law and business Using DiSC behavioural profiling in business and life Successfully working with VAs in the Philippines Balancing fun and professionalism in the workplace Why difficult clients can be your best teachers Structuring your investments for tax effectiveness Personal development recommendations Links: Katie on Linkedin Virtual Legal GO-VA The Entourage Key Person of InfluenceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Property is often pegged as one of the best ways to make money. It’s a real, tangible asset, and is less likely to fluctuate wildly like other forms of investment (we’re looking at you, Bitcoin). On this episode of the Get Invested podcast, Josh Masters and I chat about how he got into the property business, what investors should look for in potential neighbourhoods and how to plan for your financial future. Josh has nearly 20 years of experience in the Australian property market. He is a Buyer’s Agent at BuySide Buyers Agency in Sydney and author of Why Property Why Now. Together we talk about our shared love of investment, personal growth and financial planning — along with some of the pitfalls that can pop up along the way. Listen to the full episode to hear this, plus things like: How to spot high-value investment areas Why experts like buyer’s agents can help you boost your return The importance of self-growth and personal education How to use analytics to your advantage Josh’s unlikely story that led him to property investment How to let time work for you The power of perseverance How not to get trapped by popular trends Links: Josh Masters - LinkedIn Buy Side Why Property Why Now - AmazonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve never really bothered with depreciation schedules, you need to listen to this episode of the Get Invested podcast to see what advantages and tax deductions you’re missing out on! My guest is Bradley Beer, the CEO of BMT Tax Depreciation. With half the market share in the country, Bradley and his team are great at what they do, and in our conversation he shares top tips on optimising depreciation on your property. Bradley began his career at BMT in 1998, working with two of the founding directors to build the company from the ground up. He now works as the company’s CEO, helping to produce strong yearly growth with his leadership and specialist experience in property tax depreciation. His experience as both CEO of BMT and personally as a successful property investor has led him to become a highly sought-after speaker at many national property related events and conferences, as well as a regular contributor and sometimes guest host on the Sky Business channel’s Your Money, Your Call programme. We get into all of the above, plus all of this stuff too: Bradley’s driver and motivation for doing what he does Three simple fundamentals that are important for a long-term career in business The value of doing a job properly and with integrity Why you should treat every client with the care that you would want to be treated with Attracting top talent who believe in your company’s culture What every property investor must do before buying Why Brad regrets not buying mortgage insurance in his early years The pros and cons of holding onto debt in controlling risk How building a wholesale property can help you grow equity quickly Links BMT Website BMT Insurance Website BMT Facebook BMT LinkedIn BMT TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you want to know how you can set up a business that genuinely helps others? Then make sure you check out this week’s episode of Get Invested. I talk with Harvee Pene who shares the incredible way that he’s set up his business and the change he’s making to the world. Harvee is the co-founder of the accounting firm Inspire and co-author of the book Cashed Up: 7 steps to pull more money, time and happiness from your business. Harvee approaches finance in a way that puts families and their goals first. He’s on a mission to make Inspire Australia’s most impactful accounting firm. In our conversation, we talk about why family is the number one priority for Harvee, and how he approaches giving time and financial freedom back to his small business clients. He tells me how he’s managed to raise over $1 million to provide clean drinking water, and we touch on some of his top tips for saving through the tax season and why a proactive approach works best. Listen to the full episode to hear all this, plus: The impact of Parkinson’s law on your time and finances How putting family first is the best motivator for your financial freedom The reason you need to prioritise what’s important to you The non-traditional education path that Harvee took What made Harvee decide to invest in property and how he made his first investment at just 17 How to save big through easy-to-implement tax cut methods How to be a business that changes the lives of people Why productising charity is a winning solution Links Inspire Harvee’s book LinkedIn TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you want to hear the inner thoughts of one of Australia’s most experienced real estate minds, then you’ll definitely want to listen to this week’s episode of Get Invested, where I speak with property and real estate legend, Kevin Turner. Before starting his real estate career back in 1988, Kevin worked in radio as an announcer, salesperson, promotions manager and was general manager of several radio stations. From there, he went on to work at a major real estate franchisor as a sales trainer and business development associate. Since then, Kevin has been able to combine his radio and real estate careers to become a public source of knowledge, hosting Australia’s most listened to property podcast, Real Estate Talk. In our chat, we covered his early investments and career, how he thinks about property, how to allocate your resources properly, mistakes made and lessons learned, and the future of Australian real estate. We also get into all of this, too: How real estate has changed in the last 10 years Why you should never be the smartest person in a room Why Kevin’s first investment was such a mistake How Kevin developed a love of real estate The pros and cons of the build process How to test a real estate agent The best and worst real estate advice floating around Why saying no is even more important than saying yes Differences between Australian and US markets Critical analysis of specific real estate markets across Australia Why property can be a forgiving investment in many cases Links: Real Estate Talk Itunes LinkedIn Real Estate UNCUTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you feel like you don’t have enough time? Perhaps you struggle with adversity or want to improve your morning routine. On this episode of the Get Invested podcast, Nicky Roche and I talk about some of these core challenges, struggles and issues that most people face at some point in their lives. Nicky has three science degrees under her belt, plus 25 years of senior management experience at some of the biggest multinational corporations on the planet, and she is currently helping entrepreneurs and freelancers via the Small Business Drivers podcast. Together,we talk about life, career and learnings - digging into philosophical issues, challenges and adversity along the way. Listen to the full episode to hear this, plus things like: How to approach your vision if you’re ‘time-poor’ The right way to treat the people you work with How turning a client down can sometimes be the best thing you can do The biggest obstacles you can face in your career, and how to get around it The importance of finding good mentors How to grow and be a better person Why humility is such an underrated quality How to use adversity as a tool Links: Twitter Bushy Martin Know How Group Small Business DriversSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Get Invested podcast, I was lucky enough to speak with the inspiring burst of energy that is Dianna Somerville. Di has worn a lot of hats in her career. Corporate strategist, network builder, economic development innovator, innovation culture builder, regional Australia advocate, major event designer, geographical diversity implementer, global ecosystem member and community champion - just to name a few! Our conversation was wide-ranging and included plenty of philosophical tangents and anecdotes from Di. We covered her early career and how she invested her time, money and other resources to arrive at where she is today - a leader and advocate for innovation and a better future. Listen to the full episode to hear all this, plus things like: Di’s experience serving in the navy How to make tough choices What to do if you’ve lost or are losing your professional identity The dangers of workaholism Why society needs to rethink its perspective on ‘failure’ The power of storytelling, and showing other people what’s possible The factors an entrepreneur needs to have in order to succeed The difference between ‘country people’ and ‘city people’ How Di has balanced career and family pressures The benefits of having detractors around you The key to stable partnerships Links: LinkedIn Regional Pitchfest Instagram Facebook TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our focus is always on how to invest your resources to the greatest effect, but this particular instalment of the Get Invested podcast comes in a noticeable shade of altruism. This is because my guest in this week’s show is Hunter Leonard. Hunter is the founder and CEO of Silver & Wise. He is known for helping large businesses with marketing strategy, including Bluescope Steel, NAB, Bendigo Bank, Melbourne Brick and many more. He is also the author of several acclaimed books, a successful businessman and someone with a sharp eye for giving back. Sitting down with Hunter and picking his brain was a real pleasure. In our chat, we covered his early investments/career, how he thinks about money, definitions of success, how to allocate your resources, the productivity potential of older folks and the importance of giving back to your community. Listen to the full episode to hear all this, plus: Why an investment in yourself is often the most important one to make The lessons and teachings of Hunter’s first business Hunter’s advice to his 18-year-old self Different perspectives on what it means to be successful The difference between an ‘investor’ and an ‘outvestor’ What Hunter would do with 10 million dollars The intangible benefits of altruistic work Why so many people in Australia feel unfulfilled, and what they should do about it Links: LinkedIn Silver & Wise FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Check out this episode to find out how Dr. Stewart Mason adapted US military philosophy, and used it to live an exceptional life. Stewart is a practising veterinarian, a father of three, an ultra-marathoner, a small business owner and someone who’s taken a proactive approach to designing a great life. In our fascinating conversation, we followed Stewart’s journey in both his professional and personal life, touching on issues of fear and uncertainty. We also discussed frameworks for being happy and how to approach leaving a legacy. Stewart is a real ball of energy, and this show is sure to give you a real motivation boost. Here are a few other topics we dig deep into: The key qualities that make a good ultramarathoner The draw for Stewart into high-performance areas like veterinary and neuroscience The acronym VUCA, and what it stands for Why DNF are the letters that every ultra athlete fears the most How to push through particularly difficult moments in life The four tenets of human happiness and success The challenges of being a clinician and a business owner at the same time Why fear is such a prevalent part of many people’s lives Links LinkedIn Paws Galore FacebookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keen to hear some tips and tricks for successful investing that lead to a secure and time-rich life? If so, I think you’re going to get a lot out of this week’s episode. My guest is the global director of Shirlaws Group and the founder of Growth Metrics Australia. His name is Tim Dwyer, and he’s a business coach, strategist and advisor who has mastered the art of helping small and medium-sized enterprises. In our fascinating conversation, we followed Tim’s journey in business over the course of his decorated career. We dove deep into business philosophy, frameworks for investing and scaling a business, and approaches to money that lead to wealth and freedom. We also touched on how Tim approaches property investment and how he allocates his financial resources. Listen to the full episode to hear all this, plus: The difference between flogging things and selling real solutions The importance of operating on high margin and low volume Tim’s ‘width and depth’ framework Why Richard Branson is so famous, and how to emulate his branding approach Tim’s biggest regret The opportunity represented by the older generation divesting themselves of property What the stock market as a whole can tell an individual business owner The pitfalls of DIY-ing property investment Links LinkedIn Risk Assessment Compass TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest for the inaugural episode of the Get Invested Podcast is the founder of Amplify Marketing Agency, Ronsley Vaz. Beyond founding Amplify, Ronsley is the host of Bond Appetit and Should I Start A Podcast, which collectively have over four million listeners in 145 countries. He also sits on the board for freetoshine.org, an organisation that works to prevent sex trafficking. Ronsley is an entrepreneur with an extremely diverse background ranging from DJing to financial advising to cooking to software development. Ronsley is an inspiring figure, a leader, mentor to many different people and an all-around good bloke. In our conversation, we talked about his journey, philosophy and the story behind Amplify. We also touched on pivotal moments in his career, lessons learned and what really makes him tick. Listen to the full episode to hear all this, plus things like: Freedom defined, and why it's so incredibly important to this generation Why standardised education indoctrinates people into a fixed mindset The biggest compliment Ronsley ever received Why the ‘if you build it they will come’ is a false way to think The power of relationships and good conversations How to successfully marry commercial and artistic interests Ronsley’s investment advice to his younger self How to overcome the resistance of doing difficult things Links LinkedIn Amplify Marketing Agency We Are Podcast Bond Appetite Should I Start a Podcast Ronsley’s book, Amplify: Raise Your Voice, Boost Your Brand and Grow Your Business Free to ShineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

‘Get Invested’ is the podcast dedicated to time-poor professionals who want to work less and live more. Join Bushy Martin, one of Australia’s top 10 property specialists, as he shares his know-how on the ways investing in property can unlock the life you always dreamed about and secure your financial future. Bushy believes that if your property investment is structured in the right way it is the safest most affordable way to be able to live more and work less. ‘Get Invested’ will show you how you don’t need to compromise or sacrifice your lifestyle in the meantime to fund your financial freedom. Each episode of ‘Get Invested’, Bushy talks with experts from all walks of life to uncover their secret know-how on where they invest their time, skills and money - and how it’s benefited them and others. Find out how property investment is more about regaining your time, so you can do what you want when you want while building your success. ‘Get Invested’ will show you the passion that Bushy has for building your future, and you will hear how he has amassed a multi-million dollar investment portfolio, he doesn’t just talk the talk, he walks the walk. Unlock the life you want today and every day to get the best know-how on property investment from one of the industries leading specialists. ‘Get Invested’ is the podcast you need to subscribe too as the best first step in your financial future and freedom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.