Creative Income Cure
Welcome to Creative Income Cure, the podcast for creatives that speaks your language and proves that your creative brain is capable of knowing your numbers. Recovered overspender turned certified Profit First coach, Val brings you empowering insights and practical steps to make the most of your money in every episode. Plus, she’s asking industry experts the questions that we’re sometimes too afraid to ask so you don’t have to. Lean in as she helps you manage your money, give yourself a raise and profit. every. time.
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Episodes
15 episodes
014: I Decided to Take a New Job
Things have felt a little quiet over here on the podcast and that's because so much has been happening behind the scenes. Today, I'm interviewed by my friend, Joy Michelle, because I've been navigating a major career transition, balancing famil...
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013: Profit First for Photographers with Joy Michelle
One of the most common issues that photographers have in their finances is the lack of consistent income. In today’s episode, Joy Michell, photographer turned business coach and founder of Photoboss joins us to share how Profit First shifted th...
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28:48
012: Profit First for Savers with Mara Kucirek
My guest today is Mara Kucirek, an online course specialist. After trying to switch to the Profit First method several times over the course of a few years, Mara finally committed to it and experienced a ton of benefits. If you’ve felt overwhel...
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41:55
011: Legally Legit LLC's + S-corps with The Legal Paige
What’s more intimidating than finances? The legalities or taxes, business structures, and the IRS. Thankfully, our guest today leaves us feeling at ease about the legalities of finances. Paige Griffith is an attorney who offers legal education ...
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010: Paying Off Debt with Jess Wayne
Over 77% of Americans hold some type of debt—often struggling with how they’re going to pay it off. In today’s episode, Jess Wayne joins us on the podcast to share her story of getting out of debt. In this episode, we talk about Jess’s hot take...
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009: Minimizing Expenses with Jade Boyd
Have you hear of business minimalism? It's a great approach to running your business so that it doesn't run you. In today's episode, Jade Boyd joins us to share what it looks like to approach your finances in business with a minimalist approach...
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008: Profit First in Real Life with Jordan Jones
You've heard me talk about the value in implementing Profit First, but today's guest, Jordan Jones, is joining us to share a real life example of the power of Profit First. Listen in as Jordan shares how Profit First not only allowed for more p...
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31:58
007: My Journey to Building a Profit First Business ft. Kiana Anderson
Financial literacy isn't built into our brains—most of us actually hate it because we don't understand it. In today's conversation, my friend Kiana Anderson interviews me about my own story, how I pivoted my business, and the impact that Profit...
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006: Taxes & Write-offs for Creatives with Kimberly Tara
Tax season is upon us and you may have a million questions about strategy and write-offs. I know I did. In today's episode, CPA Kimberly Tara joins us to discuss important deadlines, what constitutes a write-off, and what to consider when prepa...
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005: Why You're Not Successful with Sabrina Gebhardt
With everyone sharing their life and business success online and coach after coach teaching you how to be successful, it's easy to get trapped chasing a definition of success that doesn't fit your life. You'll never be happy if you're chasing s...
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46:47
004: How to Guarantee Profit
It's time to redefine and learn how to guarantee profit with every sale in your business, whether you've been in business 10 days or 10 years. Eight out of 10 businesses fail—most of the time because they don't profit. While you might be thinki...
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21:48
003: Profit First for Creatives with Mike Michalowicz
Put simply, Profit First changed everything for me. This book and cash management system truly changed the trajectory of my life—which is why today's episode is a total pinch me moment, as I get to chat wit...
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002: How Profit First and Bookkeeping Work Together with Madison Brown
Does the thought of organizing your business finances make your stomach turn? If so, there’s a good chance you’re feeling overwhelmed and frustrated because you don’t have clarity and control over your money. Bookkeeping is more than just track...
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001: What I Pay Myself + 3 Tips to Simplify Your Salary
I've got a hot take for ya...if your business can't afford to pay you, I don't think you can really afford to be in business. If you’re struggling to pay yourself as a business owner, this episode is for you! Whether you've been in business for...
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