137 - Top Financial Mistakes Online Coaches Make and How to Avoid Them w/ Emily Carlson

137 - Top Financial Mistakes Online Coaches Make and How to Avoid Them w/ Emily Carlson

50:15 Jun 6, 2024
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In this episode of the Dollars and Dumbbells podcast, host Justin Green, a financial planner for online coaches, creators, and entrepreneurs, shares a conversation with Emily Carlson, a former nutrition coach turned content creator coach. They discuss three major financial mistakes online coaches commonly make: Focusing on revenue instead of profit Lack of preparing for taxes Not paying themselves enough and other practical tips on better money management to help online coaches build sustainable and profitable businesses Connect with Justin Green ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Schedule a 1:1 Free Intro Call⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠FREE Cash Flow Training⁠ --- 00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview 02:14 Meet Justin Green: Financial Advisor for Online Coaches 04:04 The Importance of Profit Over Revenue 09:21 Mindset and Budgeting for Coaches 10:44 The Pitfalls of Outsourcing Too Early 11:39 Choosing the Right Business Mentor 18:00 The Reality of Fast Cash Frameworks 23:27 Understanding Taxes for Coaches 27:14 Implementing a Simple Operating System 27:33 Setting Aside Taxes First 30:29 The Importance of a Rainy Day Fund 31:18 Paying Yourself as a Coach 34:51 Building a Sustainable Business 47:13 Balancing Risk and Management 48:41 Final Thoughts
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