Profit First For Tradies

Dreading a broke January? You can change that before Christmas.If the first few months of every year feel like one long cashflow hangover, this episode will feel like a deep breath. You will learn a simple three step plan to get your cash in your bank account before Christmas and stop dragging unpaid invoices into January, February, and March. You will see exactly how to shorten the gap between finishing a job and getting paid, how to chase overdue invoices without feeling pushy, and how to reset your systems so the new year starts with money in the bank instead of panic in your chest.If you are a small business owner who is great at the work but tired of constantly waiting for cash to show up, this is your roadmap to a much calmer January. In this episode of Profit First for Tradies, you’ll learn the following:0:28 - Why the first quarter feels so stressful for small business owners 1:40 - How a non-negotiable invoicing habit transforms your cashflow 2:11 - A simple process to review who owes you money right now and how to follow up overdue invoices 2:26 - Hitting reset in January by repeating the same three steps 2:54 - Using templates and smart Xero reminders to automate more of the chasingChristmas rush now or cash crunch later? Here is how to make sure you get paid.Pop your headphones on, grab your invoice list, and use this as a working session to clean up your receivables and set your business up for a much calmer new year.ResourcesBook Your Free 15 minute SessionProfit First for Tradies Tool BoxCONNECT 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/

just a myth?In this powerful snapshot episode, Katie and Mick Hawes challenge the idea that making more money automatically leads to a thriving business. Mick shares hard-earned lessons from years of financial stress, revealing why true success comes down to how you manage your money—not just how much you make. Meanwhile, Katie opens up about how her most profitable year happened while working 40% less.If you’re ready to stop running in circles and start building a business that actually gives you freedom, this is the conversation you need to hear.Listen to the full episode hereApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/041-maximising-profits-and-building-success-with/id1667206048?i=1000632314640 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2a8LcWe5YeFKmE2lHbxkfW

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/

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/

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/