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-MARSHALL

• Email: support@profitfirstfortradies.com.au
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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-MARSHALL

• Email: support@profitfirstfortradies.com.au
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitfirstfortradies/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitfirstfortradies9503/featured
• Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitfirstfortradies
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfitFirstforTradies/
• Website: https://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/

Hustling hard and stressed about your numbers? You’re not alone — and here’s how to fix it.

As the year winds down, it’s time for an honest chat about the financial struggles that so many tradies face. If you’ve ever felt the sting of cash flow shortages despite working your butt off, this episode is your lifeline.

With over 13 years in bookkeeping and seven years coaching tradies, Katie lays it all out — why financial stress happens, what you can do about it, and how to start the new year with your numbers in control.

From untangling messy financial systems to bridging the gap between you and your accountant, this episode is packed with actionable insights for a better financial future.

In this episode of Profit First for Tradies, you’ll learn the following:

• Financial struggles are more common than you think (00:02)
• How messy systems are costing tradies time and money (01:47)
• A 15-minute chat to transform your financial chaos into clarity (04:34)
• Simple and efficient is the goal (05:45)
• The renovation analogy (07:02)
• Start the year right with Katie’s no-fluff plan to tackle financial stress (08:40)

You don’t have to keep living in financial overwhelm. Let’s make 2025 the year you take control of your numbers and finally see your hard work pay off. Don’t wait until it’s too late — start your journey to simple and efficient financial systems today!

CONNECT WITH KATIE CRISMALE-MARSHALL

• Email: support@profitfirstfortradies.com.au
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitfirstfortradies/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitfirstfortradies9503/featured
• Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitfirstfortradies
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfitFirstforTradies/
• Website: https://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/