Money Talks... Do You Understand What It’s Saying?
Creative Business Mindset™
<p>In today’s episode, we’re talking about the not so sexy side of business that will keep you in business. A conversation most creative entrepreneurs avoid—but NEED to knwo. Yep, we’re talking <strong>money, profitability, and the messy side of business finance</strong>. And if the numbers make your head spin, you are in good company.</p>
<p>To walk us through it all, I’m joined by <strong>Natalia Zacharin</strong>, founder of Zacharin Consulting, where she helps small business owners increase profitability, reduce taxes, and scale smarter using simple financial strategies.</p>
<p>We unpack why so many small businesses—especially in creative industries like home staging—<strong>struggle with cash flow</strong> and what it <em>really</em> means to run a profitable business.</p>
<p>Here’s what we covered:</p>
<p>✅ Why your <strong>bank balance is not your profit</strong><br> ✅ What numbers you need to track—and how to simplify it<br> ✅ The truth about <strong>pricing your services for profit</strong><br> ✅ The power of a <strong>Fractional CFO</strong> (and why you don’t need to be a big business to get the benefits)<br> ✅ How to know when you can afford to hire someone<br> ✅ The difference between <strong>LLC vs S-Corp</strong> from a tax and cash flow perspective<br> ✅ How to build a <strong>sellable business</strong> from day one (even if you're just starting out)</p>
<p><br>Whether you're just launching or scaling up, this episode will help you move from “I’m winging it” to “I’ve got this.”</p>
<p>Because here’s the thing: <strong>Creative doesn’t have to mean chaotic.</strong><br> You can still love the work <em>and</em> run your business like a CEO.</p>
<p>So if you’ve been hiding from your numbers, this episode is your wake-up call. And the best part? We break it all down in plain English—<strong>no accounting degree required</strong>.</p>
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<li>small business profitability</li>
<li>how to manage cash flow</li>
<li>bookkeeping tips for creatives</li>
<li>how to price your services</li>
<li>home staging business advice</li>
<li>creative entrepreneur finance</li>
<li>QuickBooks for small business</li>
<li>when to switch from LLC to S-Corp</li>
<li>understanding your numbers</li>
<li>fractional CFO services</li>
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