The Profit First Podcast Australia and New Zealand

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Snapshot #2: Designing a Business That Gives You Life (Not Drains It)
Most business owners build their business around work, not their life. But what happens when you flip that?In this snapshot episode, Tracy Brockhoff shares how implementing Profit First transformed not just her numbers, but her day-to-day joy. Tracy rebuilt her business around how she wanted to live and found herself living an abundant life she never thought possible.Twelve months after starting, she was standing in Italy, something she once believed was out of reach. What began as a cashflow system became the bridge to freedom, travel, and choice.If you’ve ever thought, “I just have to keep pushing,” this episode will show you a better way, one where your business works for you, not against you.Listen to the full episode hereApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/episode-09-how-profit-first-turns-financial-stress/id1800335872?i=1000706709435Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/5holil9avSrQDuE2LSYSX3?si=73TrmOOfR06PfYQVEmlGSwWatch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/qYsm-wUvH7U
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Snapshot #1: The Growth Trap That’s Silently Killing Small Businesses
Most business owners believe that growth means success. But what if the thing you’re chasing is actually what’s holding you back?In this eye-opening conversation, Katie and Profit First author Mike Michalowicz unpack why chasing revenue often leads to stress, not freedom. They talk about the moment every business owner hits after a few years in—when the hard work isn’t paying off like it should, and you start wondering if this is really what success looks like.Mike shares a powerful reframe: growth without profit isn’t success, it’s stress. He explains why so many business owners live paycheck to paycheck even after years in business, and how to finally break that cycle. Katie talks about the myth of “I’ll be profitable when I grow,” and why waiting for more revenue before creating profit never works.If you’re ready to stop the endless hustle and start building a business that actually gives you freedom, this episode is for you.Listen to the full episode hereApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/episode-02-forget-the-growth-at-all-costs-mindset/id1800335872?i=1000697976136Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/6Hs3KzXeViMymM0VBzGBk8?si=ufPR4BrBQcqLbw7RWJQDzAWatch the full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/VfRngID8cyA
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Episode 13: Building A Business That Funds Your Life Not Drains It with Jack Sedgman
Profit isn’t selfish - it’s your duty. In this episode with builder-turned-business owner Jack Sedgman, you’ll discover how Profit First turns the chaos of cash flow into predictable, stress-free growth. If you’ve ever felt like you’re working harder but still struggling to get ahead, this conversation will show you the simple money system that flips the script.We’ll explore how financial predictability shifts you from survival mode into steady growth, why most business owners are missing the cash management skills they were never taught, and how to scale bigger without losing control.You’ll see how to design a business that funds your life, not consumes it - one that gives you time for family, freedom to pursue new opportunities, and a strong financial team to keep you permanently profitable.In this episode of The Profit First Podcast Australia and New Zealand podcast, you’ll learn the following:How to stop working harder for less money by installing a simple system that creates clarity, predictability, and consistent profit (02:06)How Profit First instantly organises your money, removes cash chaos, and helps you plan for big expenses and investments (03:25)Shifting from survival to growth (06:55)Financial tools most business owners were never taught (12:20)Aligning profit with personal values and building a business that funds your life (16:15)If you’re ready to stop guessing with your money and start running a business that pays you first, this episode is your roadmap. Tune in, take notes, and see how simple shifts can give you profit, predictability, and the freedom to focus on what really matters. Don’t just work for your business. Make your business work for you.CONNECT WITH KATIE CRISMALE-MARSHALL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitfirstanz/Website: https://www.profitfirstaustralia.com.au/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/profitfirstanz/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGh889iRtnzqDh8RVPY7YCwFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profitfirstanz
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Episode 12: What Profit First Really Does That Most Business Owners Miss with Christine Jade
The real power of Profit First isn’t in the bank accounts. It’s in the shifts it creates in the way you think, plan, and grow.Running a business isn’t hard because of the work. It’s hard because of the money stress that never seems to go away. Cash flow feels unpredictable, financial decisions feel heavy, and growth often feels out of reach. That’s where Profit First comes in, but not in the way most people think.In this episode, Profit First Mastery Member Christine Jade reveals the real power of Profit First: not just opening bank accounts, but creating a money system that rewires how you think, feel, and act with cash. You’ll hear how business owners can finally get the confidence to approach banks, grow with clarity, and design businesses that run smoothly without them. If you’ve ever wished your finances felt simpler, more predictable, and more aligned with your goals, this conversation is your blueprint.In this episode of The Profit First Podcast Australia and New Zealand podcast, you’ll learn the following:Why Profit First is a behavioral shift that changes how you think and feel about money (02:00)How structured accounts make your business more attractive to lenders and financial partners (04:16)How Profit First flexes with your goals and why the percentages (TAPs) aren’t set in stone (06:15)Turning vague ambitions into clear budgets and strategies that align with your vision (08:32)Why the right financial guidance empowers you to stand on your own two feet instead of relying on someone else forever (10:01)What motivated, system-focused entrepreneurs gain when they embrace Profit First (11:55)How holidays reveal whether your systems and processes truly work (13:37)Using Profit First as your safety net when life or business goes off course (16:00)How your bank accounts instantly reveal what’s really happening in your business (17:10)Money clarity isn’t about doing more. It’s about having a system that makes your business work for you instead of the other way around. With Profit First, you don’t just get better finances - you get freedom, options, and confidence. Christine shows us that when you manage your money with intention, you unlock the space to grow, step away, and actually enjoy the business you’ve worked so hard to build.CONNECT WITH KATIE CRISMALE-MARSHALL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitfirstanz/Website: https://www.profitfirstaustralia.com.au/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/profitfirstanz/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGh889iRtnzqDh8RVPY7YCwFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profitfirstanz
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Episode 11: Why Waiting To Fix Your Business Finances Costs You More Than You Think with Najma Khan
Debt, chaos, confusion? Say goodbye. Profit First is the system that turns the tables on your business finances, starting right now.In this episode, Najma Khan shares how Profit First transforms not just the way you handle numbers, but the way you live your life as a business owner. You’ll hear practical strategies for clearing debt, creating financial clarity, and finally paying yourself what you deserve. Najma also explains why profit isn’t about greed but about freedom, generosity, and building a business that works for you instead of trapping you.Whether you’re just starting out or already years in, this conversation will show you why Profit First isn’t something to “get to later.” It’s the foundation you need today to create the business (and life) you actually want.In this episode of The Profit First Podcast Australia and New Zealand podcast, you’ll learn the following:How setting up Profit First at the very start saves years of backtracking and sets up healthy financial habits immediately (01:02)Why waiting until you’re “bigger” or “more established” to manage your finances is one of the costliest mistakes a business owner can make (05:18)How Profit First gives you clear visibility on where your money is going, helping you make better, stress-free decisions (10:14)Building intentional habits that guide spending (14:31)The first question every business owner should ask (18:48)Money stress doesn’t have to run the show in your business. With Profit First, you get clarity, confidence, and control without waiting for the “right time.” If you’re ready to stop stressing and start building a business that actually supports the life you want, this episode is your guide.CONNECT WITH KATIE CRISMALE-MARSHALL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitfirstanz/Website: https://www.profitfirstaustralia.com.au/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/profitfirstanz/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGh889iRtnzqDh8RVPY7YCwFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profitfirstanz
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