In this episode of Right Brain Insights, host David Maher sits down with Lisa Caval, founder of Caval & Co, to expose the hidden financial risks that can quietly destroy your business — and how to avoid them.

Lisa has spent nearly a decade helping business owners clean up financial messes, avoid government penalties, and turn their books into powerful tools for decision-making. But bookkeeping is no longer just data entry — it's a frontline defense against debt, fraud, and business collapse.

You’ll discover:

✔ The #1 compliance mistake small businesses make
✔ How poor record-keeping can trigger tax debt, fines, and even criminal charges
✔ Why trusting the wrong bookkeeper can ruin your business (and how they steal)
✔ The dangers of outdated payroll, hidden superannuation risks, and unreported BAS
✔ How to survive an ATO audit or small business restructure
✔ Why business owners MUST understand their numbers to avoid disaster

If you run a business, especially in trades, construction, or services — this is essential viewing. Your financials are more than numbers — they’re your safety net.

In this episode of Right Brain Insights, host David Maher sits down with Chris Kristof, founder of Reventon, to unpack an extraordinary story of resilience, business success, personal struggle, and the power of faith.

Chris built Reventon into a fully integrated financial services company responsible for over $3.4 billion in real estate sales, but his journey started with:

✔ $348,000 in debt
✔ Personal tragedy and business collapse
✔ Battles with addiction, divorce, and mental health

In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Chris reveals:

How he rebuilt from deep personal and financial loss
Why faith became his anchor through life’s toughest moments
The mindset shifts behind his long-term business success
How service, wealth, and purpose are deeply connected
The real reason 70% of Australian millionaires invest in property
If you’ve ever faced failure, questioned your path, or wondered how to align success with meaning — this episode is for you.

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Welcome to Episode 1 of Right Brain Insights, where we sit down with leaders who operate in high-stakes environments — and still manage to bring clarity, compassion, and transformation to the table.

In this powerful conversation, host David talks with Steven Dixon, co-owner of Hamilton Murphy, one of Australia's leading insolvency and restructuring firms. With over 30 years of experience guiding business owners through financial crisis, Steven shares:

How he turned a $800K fraud discovery into his career path Why most businesses fail — and how many can be saved The emotional toll of insolvency (and how to stay grounded) Lessons from rebuilding Indigenous enterprises, bridge builders, and bakeries Why empathy, transparency, and education are the keys to long-term success Whether you're a founder facing financial stress or just curious about what really happens behind the scenes when companies collapse and come back stronger — this episode is for you.

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