This is the podcast for entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and small business owners ready to ditch the overwhelm and start winning online. Each week, Nick brings in real-world experts to share practical strategies, powerful tools, and inspiring success stories—so you can grow your business without tech stress or wasted ad spend.

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Thinking about passing credit card fees onto your customers? You're not alone — but the real question is should you? In this power-packed session, former banker Mark Grant breaks down the facts around merchant surcharging in Australia. From legal considerations to tech options to customer perception, this is the clarity you’ve been needing.

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What You’ll Learn:

What surcharging actually is — and what it isn’t

When and how it’s legal to pass on fees

Tools and terminals that support flexible surcharge options

The hidden risk of handling surcharges incorrectly

How different cards (Amex, Visa, Mastercard) affect rates

The trade-offs between absorbing vs passing on costs

How to maintain trust with customers while protecting margins

Why It Matters:

Small business owners face rising operating costs, and merchant fees are a silent profit killer. But passing those fees on the wrong way can backfire — fast. Mark Grant’s experience in banking gives real-world insight into what works and what hurts. This session helps you make an informed decision based on facts, not fear, and choose a surcharge strategy that works for your business model.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction by Nik Cree

01:10 What is surcharging and why it matters

03:30 Legal framework in Australia

05:40 What merchants are allowed to charge

08:05 Examples of surcharge methods

10:30 Flat fees vs percentage fees

13:00 What to disclose to customers

16:15 Common pitfalls and how to avoid them

19:45 Industry-specific differences

23:50 Payment platforms and their rules

26:15 Client stories and lessons learned

30:10 Understanding different card types and rates

35:00 Online payment gateway vs EFTPOS surcharges

39:30 Customisable terminal options and compliance

45:00 When absorbing the fee makes more sense

52:49 Where banks stand on surcharges

55:01 Q&A: Square vs terminals at trade shows

57:05 Smart tech: identifying cards and automating surcharges

59:08 Pricing strategy and rate transparency

1:05:09 Final advice and prize draw

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Ever thought about writing a book but felt overwhelmed by the process? In this episode of Business Owners Smashing It Online, book coach Gail Tagarro breaks down the journey from idea to finished book — including writing tips, editing, publishing options, and how to protect your copyright.

You’ll walk away knowing:How to get started without overwhelm

The key steps to turn your draft into a polished manuscript

Publishing options: traditional vs. self-publishing

Copyright essentials and what you must know before publishing

How to market and promote your book to the right audience

Why it matters:

A book is one of the most powerful tools to establish authority, attract clients, and leave a lasting legacy. But without the right guidance, the process can feel daunting. This session simplifies the path and shows you how to move forward with clarity and confidence.

About the Speaker:Gail Tagarro is a professional editor, writing coach, and book mentor who has helped hundreds of authors bring their stories to life. With years of experience guiding writers through editing, publishing, and marketing, Gail equips aspiring authors with the tools to not only finish their book but also position it for success.Key Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction and why writing a book matters

(05:18) Getting started: overcoming the blank page

(12:42) Structuring your book for clarity and flow

(20:05) The editing process explained

(28:11) Traditional vs. self-publishing

(36:45) Copyright basics every author should know

(45:02) When and how to seek permissions

(54:56) Do you need to register copyright in New Zealand?

(57:26) Final advice and encouragement to new authors

(1:04:05) Special offers, prizes, and how to connect with Gail

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