Creative Minds, Smart Money
Welcome to 'Creative Minds, Smart Money,' the ultimate podcast for creative entrepreneurs blending creativity with financial savvy. Hosted by a seasoned bookkeeper passionate about helping creatives thrive, this show covers the basics of bookkeeping—delivering tips, tricks, and insights to keep your finances in check and your creative spirit free. As the episodes unfold, we'll expand our conversations to include a diverse range of guests—experts in various fields of business—to provide a well-rounded perspective on everything from marketing strategies to operational efficiencies. Tune in to transform your creative passions into a prosperous business without sacrificing your artistic vision.
Episodes
12 episodes since 2024
Elevate Your Business Operations
In this episode of the Creative Minds Smart Money Podcast, hosted by Samantha Eck with special guest Lauren Glynn, a systems and operations consultant. Lauren shares her journey from corporate agile coaching to her current focus on helping busi...
September 18, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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31:41
Protect Your Brand with Legal Savvy
In this episode of the Creative Minds Smart Money Podcast, host Samantha Eck is joined by trademark lawyer Kelly Jones to discuss the essential legal protections for business owners. Key topics include the differences between trademarks and cop...
September 11, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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26:31
The Power of Email Marketing
In this episode of the Creative Minds Smart Money Podcast, host Samantha welcomes Shannon an expert in email marketing. Shannon shares her journey from a burnt-out wedding photographer to building a profitable business through email marketing. ...
September 04, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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32:10
How to Stay Strong and Motivated on Your Business Journey
In this episode of the Creative Minds Smart Money Podcast, Samantha dives into leadership and mindset coaching with special guest Josie Dumont. Josie, a certified and accredited leadership and mindset coach, shares her transformative journey fr...
August 28, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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28:59
Mindset Matters: Breaking Mental Barriers for Financial Success
In this episode of the Creative Minds Smart Money Podcast, host Samantha Eck welcomes mindset and embodiment coach Melissa Nguyen. Melissa shares her personal journey through mental health struggles and how it led her to a holistic approach tha...
August 21, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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37:12
Strategies for Successful Business Growth
In this episode of the Creative Minds Smart Money Podcast, host Samantha welcomes Ambrosia Carey, a renowned business consultant and seven-figure salon owner, to discuss the vital intersection of creative entrepreneurship and effective financia...
August 14, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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34:19
Why SEO is a Great Long-Term Investment
In this episode of the Creative Minds Smart Money Podcast, host Samantha welcomes Jessica Freeman, the creative force behind Jess Creatives. They discuss essential SEO strategies for creative entrepreneurs, covering topics from the importance o...
August 07, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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42:30
When should I hire a bookkeeper?
In this episode of the Creative Minds Smart Money Podcast, host Samantha Eck discusses the importance of hiring a bookkeeper for creative entrepreneurs. She outlines key indicators for when to hire a bookkeeper, the benefits of having one, and ...
July 31, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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13:20
Separating Business & Personal Finances
In this episode of the Creative Minds Smart Money Podcast, host Samantha Eck, emphasizes the importance of separating business and personal finances for creative entrepreneurs. She explains the benefits of maintaining distinct accounts, the pot...
July 31, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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10:32
Choosing the Right Accounting Software
Welcome to the Creative Minds Smart Money Podcast! Join host Samantha Eck as she provides essential tips for creative entrepreneurs to blend creativity with financial savvy. In this episode, Samantha explores the pros and cons of various accoun...
July 31, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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14:32
Finding The Perfect Bank
In this episode of the Creative Minds Smart Money Podcast, hosted by Samantha Eck, listeners learn about finding the perfect bank for their creative business. Samantha discusses the advantages of both traditional and online banks, including fac...
July 31, 2024
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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23:13
Creative Minds, Smart Money Trailer
Ever wondered how to keep your creativity flowing and your bank account growing? Join bookkeeper-turned-podcast-host Samantha Eck as we explore the art of making money in the creative world.From solo deep-dives into finance to expert gue...
June 07, 2024
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Season 1
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