Bean There, Done That!

About Bean There, Done That!

Welcome to ”Bean There, Done That!” your essential podcast for mastering the world of hospitality. Hosted by industry expert, Phillip Di Bella, we cut through the noise to deliver straightforward, actionable insights and strategies. Each episode explores the powerful interplay of knowledge and connections, presenting real-life case studies from Australia’s thriving hospitality scene. We feature thought leaders who share their experiences, ensuring you have the answers you need when facing a business challenge. Whether you’re a budding cafe owner or a seasoned hospitality professional, ”Bean There, Done That!” is your hub for insights, inspiration, and industry connections. We’re here to help you turn hurdles into opportunities for growth and success. Join our growing community with the hashtags #BeanThereDoneThat, #HospitalityHub, #CafeInsights, and #CoffeeCommune. With ”Bean There and Done That,” your roadmap to hospitality success is just a listen away.

Publisher

The Coffee Commune

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Jul 2023

Latest episode

4 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

49 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Oct 2026

   Proactive Ageing: How to Plan Before a Health Crisis Hits

   Most of us plan for retirement, finances and major life changes, but far fewer plan for what ageing might actually require. Phillip Di Bella is joined by Julie Cheney and Shelley Walker from Sovereign Community Nursing to explore a proactive approach to ageing — from health assessments and home safety to advance care planning, family conversations and building the right support network before a crisis forces the issue. WHY LISTEN Understand why waiting for a health crisis can reduce your options and increase stress for the whole family. Learn what a proactive health and ageing assessment can look at beyond immediate medical needs. Discover why planning for ageing should include your home, finances, legal arrangements, care preferences and support network. Hear how community nursing can help people maintain independence and quality of life at home. Consider how an ageing parent's health can affect the time, work and wellbeing of their adult children. Learn why starting difficult conversations early can make future decisions considerably easier for everyone involved. KEY TAKEAWAYS Ageing deserves the same proactive planning as any other major stage of life. Julie argues that people adapt when they start school, build relationships, have children and retire, yet often stop deliberately adapting as they get older. A health crisis is the wrong time to build your plan from scratch. When families have never discussed care preferences, responsibilities or available support, urgent decisions can quickly become more stressful and expensive. Community nursing goes well beyond performing clinical tasks. It can involve assessing the wider health picture, understanding a person's home and lifestyle, coordinating care and helping families anticipate future needs. Your home is part of your ageing plan. Stairs, bathrooms, access, mobility and other seemingly small details can become significant after an illness, injury or reduction in mobility. Health planning and financial planning are closely connected. Understanding what future care might involve gives families an opportunity to consider how those choices could be funded before they become urgent. Advance care conversations can reduce uncertainty for families. Talking openly about where you want to be cared for, what matters to you and who should help make decisions can give loved ones much-needed clarity later. Your parents' ageing can reshape your life too. A sudden diagnosis or increased care needs can affect adult children's work, family time, finances and wellbeing — particularly where there is no existing plan. The support network needs to exist before the crisis. Nurses, doctors, legal professionals, financial advisers, family members and trusted friends can all form part of the community around a person as their needs change. ABOUT THE GUESTS Julie Cheney Julie is Clinical Director at Sovereign Community Nursing and has spent multiple decades working in community nursing. Her focus is helping people understand the broader picture of their health, plan for changing needs and remain as safe and independent as possible within their own homes. Julie brings extensive experience in community care, aged care, advance care planning, palliative care and supporting families through complex health situations. Julie Cheney on LinkedIn Shelley Walker Shelley is Community Development Manager at Sovereign Community Nursing. Her work connects the organisation with doctors, solicitors, accountants, financial advisers and other professionals who may recognise changes in a client's health or circumstances before a crisis occurs. She brings a community-focused perspective to the conversation, emphasising the importance of building the right team and relationships around people before they become vulnerable. Shelley Walker on LinkedIn BRANDS, TOOLS & RESOURCES Sovereign Community Nursing — Specialist in-home care, community nursing and care advisory services across South East Queensl

2. 

   28 Jul 2026

   How to Proactively Manage Cashflow and Fund Business Growth in a Two-Speed Economy

   Many small businesses are struggling with cash flow delays and mounting ATO debt due to reactive financial planning. In this episode of Bean There Done That, managing director and senior finance specialist Barry Wilkinson shares how to proactively leverage alternative lending to consolidate debt and fund rapid expansion. Tune in to discover why traditional banks aren't your only option and how independent brokers can restructure your finances for long-term survival. WHY LISTEN Learn how to shift from reactive scrambling to proactive financial forecasting to avoid crippling ATO debt. Discover alternatives to traditional top-four banks that analyse real-time bank statements instead of demanding extensive accountant paperwork. Understand how invoice and debtor financing can release trapped capital when clients stretch payment terms to 45 days. Uncover the massive advantages of using a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) to buy your own commercial premises. Hear why integrating technology and AI into your financial reviews is crucial to surviving the modern two-speed economy. KEY TAKEAWAYS Consolidate ATO Debt Early: Rather than entering restrictive ATO payment plans that repel traditional banks, use available property equity to roll the debt into your home loan. Adopt Debtor Finance for Rapid Growth: If your business is growing rapidly but cash is trapped in 45-day payment cycles, use invoice financing to access your money sooner without taking on traditional bank debt. Leverage AI for Financial Health Checks: Use AI-driven accounting tools to analyse Xero files, spot inefficiencies, and forecast tax issues before they cripple cashflow. Explore Non-Bank Lenders for Equipment: Second and third-tier lenders often provide faster equipment finance by analysing real-time banking links rather than requiring comprehensive P&L statements. Use SMSF for Commercial Property: If your business is well-established, use a Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) to buy commercial property and rent it back to your business, avoiding capital gains tax upon retirement. Keep Your House as Cash: Lenders want to give you money; rather than aggressively paying down debt, strategically utilise available capital to fund revenue-generating business assets. Look Beyond the Interest Rate: Paying a slightly higher interest rate with an alternative lender is often worth it to secure immediate growth funding, provided you have a clear exit strategy to refinance later. ABOUT THE GUEST(S) Barry Wilkinson is the Managing Director and Senior Finance Specialist at SW Brokerage, possessing over 20 years of experience in the finance and mortgage sector. He specialises in helping small business owners navigate complex commercial lending, SMSF structuring, and debt consolidation. What you’ll learn from him today is how to shift from reactive scrambling to proactive wealth building using strategic financial tools. Barry Wilkinson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barrywilkinson.broker/ Barry Wilkinson on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/barry-wilkinson-81507a28 SW Brokerage Meet the Team: https://swbrokerage.com.au/meet-the-team SW Brokerage YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@swbrokerage652 SW Brokerage Website: https://swbrokerage.com.au/ The Coffee Commune – A network supporting cafe owners and business operators – https://www.coffeecommune.com.au/ Phill Di Bella on LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/phillip-di-bella-1556936b If you are a small business owner tired of feeling squeezed by cashflow delays or intimidated by top-tier banks, it is time to take control of your financial future. Stop being reactive and start planning for long-term growth by tuning into this new episode of Bean There Done That with Phill Di Bella. Listen wherever you get your podcasts and take the first step towards building a resilient, scalable business today. Recorded and Produced at our The Podcast Boss podcast studio in Brisbane: t

3. 

   28 Jun 2026

   Why True AI Implementation Doesn't Replace Humans: The Poetry and the Plumbing. With Ed Dale

   Many business owners struggle with manual data entry and operational inefficiencies, wasting valuable hours on routine ”plumbing” tasks instead of focusing on strategic growth. In this episode, host Phil Di Bella sits down with Ed Dale, founder of AI Powerhouse, to demystify artificial intelligence and showcase how to build customised AI agents that run quietly in the background. Discover how to supercharge your team’s productivity, drop operational costs, and capture your organisation’s collective wisdom without losing the essential human connection. AI Powerhouse Official Website: https://substack.com/@eddale

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YouTube views

6,891

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 31 / 100

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Quality

22

Social presence

0

YouTube

74

Engagement

27

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