Bean There, Done That!
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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.
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- Proactive Ageing: How to Plan Before a Health Crisis Hits · 41 dk · Bölüm 48Most 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…
- How to Proactively Manage Cashflow and Fund Business Growth in a Two-Speed Economy · 34 dk · Bölüm 47Many 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…
- Why True AI Implementation Doesn't Replace Humans: The Poetry and the Plumbing. With Ed Dale · 47 dk · Bölüm 46Many business owners struggle with manual data entry and operational inefficiencies, wasting valuable hours on routine ”plumbing” tasks instead of focusing on strategic growth…
- The $37,500 Fine You Didn't See Coming: Hospitality Compliance and Staff Training for Cafes and Restaurants, with Brendan Power · 33 dkHospitality veteran Brendan Power joins Phil Di Bella to demystify the complex world of industry compliance. From food safety to the latest seafood labelling laws, they explore…
- Pay Day Superannuation: What You Need to Know Now · 17 dk · Bölüm 44The Australian Taxation Office is introducing the biggest shift to superannuation in years, moving from quarterly payments to a "Payday Super" model. Linda Dang, CEO of…
- Turn Payments Data into Profit. Margins Don’t Lie, with Aaron Prosser · 34 dk · Bölüm 43In this episode of Bean There Done That, Phil Di Bella sits down with Aaron Prosser (Beyond Payments) to unpack why “gut feel” isn’t enough anymore — especially with café margins…
- Looking Ahead: What’s Brewing in 2026: AI, Coffee, and the Power of Community · 28 dk · Bölüm 42In this episode of Bean There Done That, host Phil Di Bella and Rai Esat, General Manager of International Coffee Traders, look ahead to 2026 and unpack what café and hospitality…
- 2025 Wrap Up. Café Reality Check: Adjustment, Relentless Costs & What Comes Next, With Raihaan Esat · 30 dk · Bölüm 412025 was not a “business as usual” year for cafés. It was a year of adjustment. In this final episode of Bean There, Done That for 2025, Phil Di Bella is joined by long-time…
- Using Holidays to Drive Sales with Emotion. With Natalie Shaw · 40 dk · Bölüm 40In this episode of Bean There, Done That!, host Phil Di Bella is joined by marketing expert Natalie Shaw, co-founder of Yom Connect, to explore how hospitality businesses can use…
- Delivering Service Excellence And How To Exceed Your Customers' Expectations. With Mark Shaw · 58 dk · Bölüm 39In this high-energy and insight-packed episode of Bean There, Done That, Phil Di Bella is joined by renowned guest experience expert Mark Shaw. With decades of leadership in…
- Surcharges, Swipe Fees & Strategy: Preparing for the RBA Ban, with Larry Prosser · 40 dk · Bölüm 38In this episode of Bean There Done That, host Phil Di Bella sits down with Larry Prosser, Executive Director of Beyond Payments, to unpack the Reserve Bank of Australia’s…
- Exit Ready: How to Sell Your Hospitality Business for Maximum Value. With Vince Konig and Jodie Castle · 41 dk · Bölüm 37Hospitality experts Vince and Jodie from Link Business Brokers join Phil Di Bella to reveal how to make your café or restaurant exit ready — and sell for maximum value. They…
- Financial Insights for Small Business. With Barry Wilkinson · 40 dk · Bölüm 36In this episode of Bean There Done That, host Phil Di Bella sits down with Barry Wilkinson of SW Brokerage for an eye-opening discussion about finance, business strategy, and the…
- Insurance Key Considerations for Small Business. With Karla Vosloo · 37 dk · Bölüm 35In this essential episode of Bean There, Done That, host Phillip Di Bella sits down with Karla Vosloo, Account Manager at Stellar Insurance Brokers, to demystify the world of…
- The Death of the Traditional Café. With Raihaan Esat · 39 dk · Bölüm 34In this thought-provoking discussion, hospitality veterans Phil Di Bella and Raihaan Esat dive deep into the evolution—and possible extinction—of the traditional café. They trace…
- The Post Election HR/IR Landscape. With Tim Dive · 1 sa 9 dk · Bölüm 33In this timely episode of Bean There, Done That, host Phillip Di Bella sits down with Tim Dive, founder of the HR Cartel and host of the HR Cartel Podcast, to unpack the complex…
- Green Beans Global Trends and Forecasts: What Roasters Need to Know Now - With Raihaan Esat and Shari Wilding · 38 dk · Bölüm 32In this episode of Bean There, Done That, guest host Shari Wilding sits down with Raihaan Esat, coffee trader at International Coffee Traders (ICT), to explore the current state…
- The Role of Community in Cafes. With Justin Swayn from BrewBox Collective · 28 dk · Bölüm 31In this episode of Bean There, Done That, host Phillip Di Bella sits down with Justin Swayn, founder of Brew Box Collective, an award-winning café in Baringa, Sunshine Coast…
- Growing Business and the Courage to Call. with Mikella Esposito and Laurence Santini. · 37 dk · Bölüm 30In this episode of Bean There Done That, host Phil DiBella sits down with Mikella Esposito and Laurence Santini, the ambitious young duo behind Como Restaurant in West End. They…
- Matt Jefferis on Systems, Success, and Savoury Insights: Creating a Café Legacy · 43 dk · Bölüm 29In this episode of Bean There Done That, host Phil Di Bella chats with Matt Jefferis, co-owner of Savour Café and Franc in Brisbane, to explore his extensive journey in the…







