All Business Baby
All Business Baby, hosted by Philip Khao, helps aspiring and current small business owners achieve financial stability and freedom through inspiring stories and practical advice on starting and growing a business.
Tune in to join a supportive community of business owners sharing their wins, losses, and challenges on their journey to success.
All Business Baby
Ep. 13 - How to Go from a Regular Employee to a Successful Business Owner in 10 Years or LESS ft. Nick Chong
In this episode, we have Nick Chong, co-founder of Rate Seeker and Ardent Capital, who has more than 12 years of experience in financial planning and mortgage broking.
Nick shares how his high school basketball dreams shaped his work ethic and determination, the pivotal moment he realised he needed to transition to a more sustainable career, and the priceless value of a supportive network.
He also talks about the evolving challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of continuous learning and adaptability, and the strategies he used to grow his companies successfully.
If you want to learn about overcoming career challenges, building a strong business foundation, and achieving long-term success, then make sure to listen to this episode!
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SHOW NOTES LINKS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-chong-6ab64a71/
https://rateseeker.com.au/
https://www.facebook.com/Rateseeker
https://www.instagram.com/rateseeker/
https://www.ardentcapital.com.au/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/ardent-capital-group/
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LISTEN TO THE PODCAST
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FIND US HERE
Website: https://solveaccounting.com.au/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550067431709
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philkhao/
LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/philipkhao
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CONTACT US
Phone: (02) 8197 1733
Email: philip@solveaccounting.com.au
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TIME STAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
01:48 - Nick's Childhood NBL Aspirations + How It Shaped His Personal Values
08:31 - Making Career Decisions
12:44 - Who Was Nick Before Becoming a Business Owner?
15:43 - The Trigger Point For Creating Ardent Capital
19:46 - The Transition Period: From Employee to Business Owner
23:39 - The Challenges of Running a Business
31:08 - Nick's Pearl of Wisdom for New Business Owners
32:29 - The Purpose of Having a Business
35:42 - Conclusion
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DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for general purposes only and should not be considered personal advice. Always consult with qualified professionals or experts in the relevant field for personalised advice tailored to your specific situation.