# Creative Minds, Smart Money: Finance & Business Tips for Creatives Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654 Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654.md RSS feed: https://feeds.captivate.fm/creative-minds-smart/ Official site: https://www.firestormfinance.com/ Author: Samantha Eck | Bookkeeper for Creatives Episodes: 110 ## Resource Creative Minds, Smart Money is the go-to podcast for creative entrepreneurs who are ready to stop treating their finances like a side character in their business story. Hosted by Samantha Eck, bookkeeper and fractional CFO, this show breaks down the financial side of running a creative business into actionable steps that actually make sense. Each week, we tackle everything from pricing strategies and cash flow management to making smart business decisions that keep your creative business thriving (yes, even during those slow months). You'll get real, practical advice on managing your money and growing your business while still having time and funds to enjoy what you love. Beyond the numbers, we explore the full picture of creative business success - from marketing strategies to efficient systems - because building a sustainable business requires more than just good bookkeeping. And occasionally, I bring in industry experts to share their insights on taking your creative business to the next level. Ready to turn your creative talents into a thriving business that actually pays you what you're worth? Hit subscribe and let's make it happen. ## Machine-readable JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654 Markdown: https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654.md ## Episodes - [Why You'll Wish You Built Business Credit 3 Years From Now (And How to Start Today)](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/why-you-ll-wish-you-built-business-credit-3-years-from-now-and-how-to-start-today) — 2026-07-22T10:00:00+00:00 - [The Mid-Year Pricing Audit Every Creative Avoids (And Why You Shouldn't)](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/the-mid-year-pricing-audit-every-creative-avoids-and-why-you-shouldn-t) — 2026-07-15T10:00:00+00:00 - [The 3 Business Savings Accounts Every Creative Business Owner Needs (Tax Reserve, Emergency Fund, Opportunity Fund)](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/the-3-business-savings-accounts-every-creative-business-owner-needs-tax-reserve-emergency-fund-opportunity-fund) — 2026-07-08T10:00:00+00:00 - [Why Your Most Popular Offer Might Be Your Least Profitable](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/why-your-most-popular-offer-might-be-your-least-profitable) — 2026-07-01T10:00:00+00:00 - [How to Financially Prepare Your Business for Maternity Leave, Sabbaticals, and Big Life Changes](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/how-to-financially-prepare-your-business-for-maternity-leave-sabbaticals-and-big-life-changes) — 2026-06-24T10:00:00+00:00 - [The Real Cost of Doing Your Own Bookkeeping (And When DIY Stops Working](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/the-real-cost-of-doing-your-own-bookkeeping-and-when-diy-stops-working) — 2026-06-17T10:00:00+00:00 - [The Financial Red Flags Every Creative Business Owner Should Be Watching For](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/the-financial-red-flags-every-creative-business-owner-should-be-watching-for) — 2026-06-10T10:00:00+00:00 - [100 Episodes In: What Teaching Creatives About Money Has Actually Taught Me](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/100-episodes-in-what-teaching-creatives-about-money-has-actually-taught-me) — 2026-06-03T10:00:00+00:00 - [Why Discounting Your Services Is Costing You More Than You Think](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/why-discounting-your-services-is-costing-you-more-than-you-think) — 2026-05-27T10:00:00+00:00 - [What to Do When a Client Pays Late](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/what-to-do-when-a-client-pays-late) — 2026-05-20T10:00:00+00:00 - [Fully Booked, Burnt Out, and Underpaid: The Signs You Need to Raise Your Prices](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/fully-booked-burnt-out-and-underpaid-the-signs-you-need-to-raise-your-prices) — 2026-05-13T10:00:00+00:00 - [How to Address Scope Creep Without Damaging Your Client Relationships](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/how-to-address-scope-creep-without-damaging-your-client-relationships) — 2026-05-06T10:00:00+00:00 - [How to Pay Yourself Consistently When Your Income Isn't](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/how-to-pay-yourself-consistently-when-your-income-isn-t) — 2026-04-29T10:00:00+00:00 - [The Financial Foundation That Sets Your Creative Business Up to Last](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/the-financial-foundation-that-sets-your-creative-business-up-to-last) — 2026-04-22T10:00:00+00:00 - [How to Give Every Dollar a Job After Your Best Month Yet](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/how-to-give-every-dollar-a-job-after-your-best-month-yet) — 2026-04-15T10:00:00+00:00 - [From "Can I Even Afford You?" to Paying Herself with Mari from Market by Mari](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/from-can-i-even-afford-you-to-paying-herself-with-mari-from-market-by-mari) — 2026-04-08T10:00:00+00:00 - [101% Revenue Growth, 50% Profit Margins, and 2 New Hires with Jayci from Happy Girl Marketing Co](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/101-revenue-growth-50-profit-margins-and-2-new-hires-with-jayci-from-happy-girl-marketing-co) — 2026-04-01T10:00:00+00:00 - [The Fear Behind Handing Over Your Finances (And How to Work Through It)](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/the-fear-behind-handing-over-your-finances-and-how-to-work-through-it) — 2026-03-25T10:00:00+00:00 - [Why I Work With Creatives: The Heart Behind Firestorm Finance](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/why-i-work-with-creatives-the-heart-behind-firestorm-finance) — 2026-03-18T10:00:00+00:00 - [From Debt to Dream Business: The Money Journey That Changed Everything](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/from-debt-to-dream-business-the-money-journey-that-changed-everything) — 2026-03-11T15:00:00+00:00 - [From Creative Entrepreneur to Fractional CFO: My Origin Story](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/from-creative-entrepreneur-to-fractional-cfo-my-origin-story) — 2026-03-04T16:00:00+00:00 - [Why Your Business Is Profitable but You Still Feel Broke](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/why-your-business-is-profitable-but-you-still-feel-broke) — 2026-02-25T16:00:00+00:00 - [The Gap Between Knowing Your Numbers and Actually Using Them](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/the-gap-between-knowing-your-numbers-and-actually-using-them) — 2026-02-18T16:00:00+00:00 - [How to Reflect on Your Business Investments Without the Shame Spiral](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/how-to-reflect-on-your-business-investments-without-the-shame-spiral) — 2026-02-11T16:00:00+00:00 - [How to Know If a Big Purchase Is Right for Your Business](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/how-to-know-if-a-big-purchase-is-right-for-your-business) — 2026-02-04T16:00:00+00:00 - [January Business Planning: 7 Habits of Successful Creative Entrepreneurs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/january-business-planning-7-habits-of-successful-creative-entrepreneurs) — 2026-01-28T16:00:00+00:00 - [Why January Feels Slow for Service Providers and How to Plan for It](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/why-january-feels-slow-for-service-providers-and-how-to-plan-for-it) — 2026-01-21T16:00:00+00:00 - [5 Money Habits That Prevent Q1 Burnout for Creative Entrepreneurs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/5-money-habits-that-prevent-q1-burnout-for-creative-entrepreneurs) — 2026-01-14T16:00:00+00:00 - [Why New Year's Resolutions Fail Your Business (And What Works Instead)](https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654/why-new-year-s-resolutions-fail-your-business-and-what-works-instead) — 2026-01-07T16:00:00+00:00 ## Actions Episode pages expose an explicit `request_transcript` action. 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