{"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":"Fully Booked, Burnt Out, and Underpaid: The Signs You Need to Raise Your Prices","slug":"fully-booked-burnt-out-and-underpaid-the-signs-you-need-to-raise-your-prices","published_at":"2026-05-13T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"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","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/dc20db23-c16e-4fed-ad0e-c7ffaa0364b1.mp3","summary":"When was the last time you raised your prices, and how did it feel? If your stomach just dropped a little, I get it. The fear is real. The worry that clients will leave, that you're not worth it, that the market won't support it... But staying stuck at the same rate while your business grows around you has a cost, too. Let's finally talk about it! Topics Covered: The signs it's time to raise your prices — feeling like your time isn't being valued, being fully booked with no breathing room, and that gut feeling of resentment when you hand off a project Tracking your time actually matters — how your effective hourly rate tells you more about your pricing than any industry standard ever could The fear of losing clients when you raise your rates — and what actually happened when I switched my quarterly clients to monthly and raised my prices Why lower prices attract the wrong clients — and what it means when someone books you specifically because you're cheap How to raise your prices without blowing up your client relationships — the order of operations and how much notice to give Thinking of your pricing as a profitability lever, not just a number — factoring in software, contractors, and your actual time so you know what your rates need to be to support the whole business Fewer clients at higher rates can equal more revenue with less stress — and what that looks like in my own business Links & Resources: Website: FirestormfinanceFirestorm Finance | Bookkeeping for Creative Entrepreneurs Podcast Home: FirestormfinancePodcast | firestormfinance.com Book a Discovery Call: FirestormfinanceContact Firestorm Finance | Bookkeeping Support for Creatives Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts: AppleCreative Minds, Smart Money: Finance & Business Tips for Creatives Spotify…","meta_description":"When was the last time you raised your prices, and how did it feel? 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