Profit First For Tradies

• 05: Profit First Doesn't Work....Or Does It?

  After 10 years of Profit First changing businesses worldwide, and nearly a decade of helping tradies implement it, I know this system works. But I also know it doesn’t always go smoothly. Whatever your reason, I want to hear about it.Tell me your story. Why? Because your feedback helps me improve the way I teach Profit First, update my resources, and make sure more tradies can actually get results. In this episode of Profit First for Tradies, you’ll learn the following:Common reasons Profit First fails (01:30)Why I wants to hear about your Profit First struggles (03:07)Are you building the business you dreamed of? (04:33)Reach out and get a special bonus (06:03)This episode is all about YOU. If Profit First hasn’t worked in your business, I want to hear why. Your feedback makes a difference — not just for you, but for the entire trade business community.Let’s make your business permanently profitable!Resourceshttps://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/book-a-call CONNECT WITH KATIE CRISMALE-MARSHALLEmail: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitfirstfortradies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitfirstfortradies9503/featuredFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitfirstfortradies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfitFirstforTradies/Website: https://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/

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• 04: The Cash Flow System That Guarantees You Get Paid

  Your business is making money, but where’s your profit? Let’s fix that.Today, we’re diving into Profit First, a cash flow system that ensures you actually keep more of what you earn. Forget paper profit that only looks good on reports. This is about real, tangible, cash-in-the-bank profit.You’ll learn how to flip the traditional accounting formula, structure your money in a way that ensures profitability, and finally escape the exhausting cycle of making money but never seeing any of it. Plus, Katie will break down exactly how to get started with Profit First without overcomplicating it.This episode is a must-listen for business owners who want less stress, more clarity, and a guaranteed way to get paid.In this episode of Profit First for Tradies, you’ll learn the following:How Profit First helps you finally see and keep the money you’re making (00:00)Cash flow struggles business owners face (00:52)How to start building a truly profitable business with just 1% (02:39)How simple habits help you plug the leaks in your business finances and ensure you always have profit set aside (06:30)The value of starting small and being consistent with Profit First (07:13)Getting in touch with Katie (09:40)Profit First isn’t just another accounting method. It’s a mindset shift. It’s about prioritising your financial success so that your business truly supports you. If you’re ready to stop stressing about money and start actually keeping what you earn, this is your first step. Resourceshttps://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/book-a-call CONNECT WITH KATIE CRISMALE-MARSHALLEmail: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitfirstfortradies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitfirstfortradies9503/featuredFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitfirstfortradies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfitFirstforTradies/Website: https://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/

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• 03: The Truth About Making Profit First Work for Your Business

  Profit First is powerful, but only if you set it up right. Let’s fix that.So you’ve heard all the hype about Profit First and about how it transforms businesses and makes financial stress a thing of the past. So why hasn’t it worked for you? You’ve tried, you’ve shifted money around, you’ve followed the book, but somehow, it just isn’t clicking.The thing is, Profit First is a simple framework, but it isn’t necessarily easy. And if it’s not customised to your business, it won’t work the way it should. That’s where a Certified Profit First Professional comes in. Someone who’s trained, tested, and continuously improving their ability to make Profit First work for real businesses in real industries.In this episode, we break down why Profit First might not be working for you, how to adjust your system for success, and why getting expert guidance could be the best move for your business. In this episode of Profit First for Tradies, you’ll learn the following:Why treating Profit First like a DIY project can leave you with more confusion than clarity (00:15)Why working with a certified Profit First professional matters (01:03) Common pitfalls when you DIY Profit First (02:31)Why a customised framework and expert guidance can make all the difference in getting real financial results (03:17)The 3 biggest benefits of getting expert help (05:03)The fast-track to making Profit First ]work for you (07:33)You don’t have to struggle with Profit First alone. With the right setup, guidance, and a system that actually fits your business, you can finally see the financial transformation you’ve been hoping for. Resourceshttps://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/book-a-call CONNECT WITH KATIE CRISMALE-MARSHALLEmail: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitfirstfortradies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitfirstfortradies9503/featuredFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitfirstfortradies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfitFirstforTradies/Website: https://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/

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• 02: Not Ready for Profit First? Here’s What to Do Instead

  Waiting for the perfect moment to fix your finances is the fastest way to make them worse. Here’s what to do instead.In this episode, Katie breaks down the biggest myths stopping business owners from taking control of their finances and why getting started now, even if everything feels like a mess, is the smartest move you can make. You’ll hear why waiting only makes things worse, simple steps you can take today (even if you’re overwhelmed), and why just 15 minutes a week can change everything for your business.If your finances feel like a black hole of stress, this episode is exactly what you need.In this episode of Profit First for Tradies, you’ll learn the following:Why perfection isn’t required to get started (just start!) (00:47)Why starting now, even in chaos, makes everything easier (01:39)Making managing your money a 15-minute habit (03:25)Three simple steps to take control of your cash flow (04:20)What to do right now to start fixing your finances (07:19)The best time to take control of your finances isn’t when things settle down. It’s now. No matter how chaotic your business feels, small steps today can prevent big problems tomorrow. Remember, you don’t have to do this alone. Together, let’s make your money work for you, starting today. CONNECT WITH KATIE CRISMALE-MARSHALLEmail: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitfirstfortradies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitfirstfortradies9503/featuredFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitfirstfortradies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfitFirstforTradies/Website: https://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/

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• 01: Welcome Back - Struggling to Pay the bills? Here's how Profit First Still Works For You

  Another new year, another cash flow headache? If you’ve been putting off Profit First because you think you don’t have the money to start, you need to understand that waiting for the “right time” is exactly what’s keeping you stuck.In this episode, Katie breaks down the three most common excuses tradies make when it comes to managing cash flow and why these are holding you back. More importantly, she’ll show you how to take control of your cash flow today with three simple, doable steps that will change everything.In this episode of Profit First for Tradies, you’ll learn the following:Why January can be tough for tradies (01:09)Top three reasons tradies delay fixing their cash flow (01:45)Three small but powerful steps to start turning things around (03:23)Simple steps you can take today to break the cycle and regain control (07:55)You don’t need a pile of cash to implement Profit First. You don’t need to wait until you’ve paid down all your debt. What you do need is a plan that works, and that starts right here. CONNECT WITH KATIE CRISMALE-MARSHALLEmail: [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitfirstfortradies/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitfirstfortradies9503/featuredFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitfirstfortradies Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfitFirstforTradies/Website: https://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/

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