{"podcast":{"title":"Creative Minds, Smart Money: Finance & Business Tips for Creatives","slug":"creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654","podcast_index_feed_id":7759654,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/creative-minds-smart/","website_url":"https://www.firestormfinance.com/","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/f48248e0-0778-40b2-b779-d601e95e8c74/Copy-of-Copy-of-Episode-43-2.png","author":"Samantha Eck | Bookkeeper for Creatives","episode_count":110,"summary":"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.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-22T22:19:52.595574+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654"},"episode":{"title":"100 Episodes In: What Teaching Creatives About Money Has Actually Taught Me","slug":"100-episodes-in-what-teaching-creatives-about-money-has-actually-taught-me","published_at":"2026-06-03T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"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","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/creative-minds-smart-money-finance-business-tips-for-creatives-7759654","url":"https://www.firestormfinance.com/","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c00ae449-c146-4be9-9828-0200d35a2299.mp3","summary":"100 episodes ago I sat down to record because creatives weren't getting honest financial education anywhere. Today's episode looks back at what's happened since, plus what the next 100 are going to focus on. Whether you've been here since episode 1 or this is the first time you've pressed play, this one's for you. In this episode Why I started Creative Minds, Smart Money in the first place, and the gap in financial education for creatives that pushed me to do it. The pacing lesson I learned the hard way: how I'd balance solo vs. guest episodes if I were starting again today. The two episodes my listeners keep coming back to (quarterly estimated taxes and \"do I actually need a bookkeeper?\") and what that tells me about what creatives are really searching for. The Bench shutdown moment that reframed how creative business owners think about who's actually behind their books. Who this podcast is for at every stage of business, from brand-new creative to the year-three \"I still don't fully get my numbers\" stage. What I do on the weeks where hitting record feels hard. Where the show is going next: more fractional CFO conversations, why monthly meetings with your bookkeeper matter, and what your monthly financials should be doing for you beyond a PDF. Mentioned in this episode The quarterly estimated taxes episode → https://player.captivate.fm/episode/f6cd0615-c0fd-4318-b159-54379e36dbcd/ The Bench shutdown episode → https://player.captivate.fm/episode/658899ef-5408-4d81-a75d-494f16bd150e/ The \"do I need a bookkeeper\" episode → https://player.captivate.fm/episode/ed03f8dc-d955-4fcc-8918-376a1702fb93/ A favor before you go If this podcast has helped you, the single best thing you can do is send it to one other creative who's overwhelmed by their finances. That's how the show g…","meta_description":"100 episodes ago I sat down to record because creatives weren't getting honest financial education anywhere. 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