In The Slipstream

Introducing Michael Spinks, our new Slipstream coach Show Notes In this episode we get to know Slipstream Coaching’s latest coach, Michael Spinks. Michael brings a fascinating range of experiences to his role as a coach, including running his own professional services firm, being a senior executive in an AFSL and a distinguished career in the Navy. Michael shares the history of Collins SBA, the firm he took from a very small accountancy practice focusing on individual tax returns to being a leading multidisciplinary firm with multiple owners. This leads on to Michael sharing his experience with respect business planning; succession and evolving to a corporate model. Michael’s thoughts regarding the client experience in a multi-environment (“Tell their story once”) are well worth listening to. Other points we cover regarding the Collins SBA journey which are bound to be of interest include the role of technology, organisation structure and creating a “culture of innovation”. At one point during this wide rangi