Creative Minds, Smart Money: Finance & Business Tips for Creatives
Samantha Eck | Bookkeeper for Creatives
76 episodes
2 days ago
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.
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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.
Building Freedom Into Your Business with Airtable with Elisabeth Jackson
Creative Minds, Smart Money: Finance & Business Tips for Creatives
41 minutes
2 months ago
Building Freedom Into Your Business with Airtable with Elisabeth Jackson
Think Airtable is just another tool to organize your tasks? Think again.
In this episode, we’re diving into how Airtable can become the blueprint for your entire business helping you plug profit leaks, make smarter pricing decisions, and create systems that give you real freedom.
Elisabeth Jackson, operations specialist and founder of her own process improvement agency, shares how she uses Airtable to build client health trackers, quote calculators, no-login client portals, and more. If you’ve ever felt like your data is scattered and your systems are holding you back, this conversation will show you a better way.
In this episode, we cover:
✅ Why Airtable is “Google Sheets on steroids” and how relational data works in plain English
✅ The profit leaks that cost agencies time and money—and how to spot them
✅ Real-world use cases: sales tracking, proposal pricing, capacity planning, client support hubs
✅ How to combine Airtable with tools like Asana or ClickUp without creating tech chaos
✅ Where to start if you’re intimidated by the tech and when it’s time to bring in a systems expert
If you’ve ever caught yourself saying “I know the data is somewhere, but I can’t find it” this episode will help you finally feel in control of your business backend.
🎧 Hit play now and see how Airtable can turn scattered information into clear decisions.
🔗 Resources & Links
Elisabeth Jackson
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elisabethjackson/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizzijackson/
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@elisabethjackson
Website: http://theafrocoach.com
Samantha Eck | Firestorm Finance
Website: https://www.firestormfinance.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firestormfinance/
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@firestormfinance?hl=en
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-e-8796b6176/
Newsletter: https://firestormfinance.myflodesk.com/ajmiv1kyt1
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Creative Minds, Smart Money: Finance & Business Tips for Creatives
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.
