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  • Join Small Business Money School: https://ginaknox.co/school 

     

    In this episode, Gina Knox discusses the importance of understanding return on investment (ROI) in business. She emphasizes the need for business owners to identify high and low ROI investments to effectively manage their finances and pay off debt. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Gina outlines criteria for making high ROI investments, the significance of addressing current business problems, and the lessons learned from past low ROI investments. Ultimately, she encourages listeners to develop a playbook for making informed investment decisions that lead to business growth and success.

     

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Understanding ROI in Business Investments
    02:55 - Identifying High ROI Investments
    05:49 - Criteria for High ROI Investments
    09:02 - The Importance of Current Business Problems
    11:56 - Learning from Low ROI Investments
    15:14 - Transforming Business Mindset
    18:03 - Creating a Playbook for Successcape

     

    Category: Entrepreneurship

     

    Keywords: Debt, debt pay off, how to pay off business debt, ROI, return on investment, savings, financial literacy, small business finance, small business, entrepreneurship, entrepreneur, p&l, profit and loss, profitability, increase profit

  • Read the full blog post here: https://theretiredmillennial.substack.com/p/her-fi-story-no-3-gina-31-20000000 

     

    In this episode, Gina Knox discusses her journey within the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) community, emphasizing that one does not need to adhere to strict frugality to achieve financial independence. She shares her personal evolution from a frugal mindset to focusing on earning more money, breaking traditional FIRE rules, and embarking on a no-buy challenge as a creative exercise. Ultimately, Gina highlights the importance of building a fulfilling life today rather than merely escaping a 9-to-5 job, advocating for a balanced approach to financial security and personal happiness.

     

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction to Financial Independence and FIRE
    03:14 - The Shift from Frugality to Earning More
    05:58 - Breaking Traditional FIRE Rules
    09:13 - The No-Buy Challenge and Personal Growth
    12:09 - Building a Life You Don't Want to Escape

     

    Category: Investing

     

    Keywords: Financial Independence, FIRE, Frugality, Earning More, No-Buy Challenge, Personal Growth, Wealth Building, Money Mindset, Work Optional, Life Design, Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneur, Business Owner

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  • Join Small Business Money School: https://ginaknox.co/school 

    Doors close at midnight TONIGHT November 18th!

     Episode Synopsis: 

    In this episode of Small Business Big Money, Gina Knox discusses the challenges small business owners face during economic downturns, particularly focusing on revenue declines. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the cyclical nature of business, advocating for a strategy that prioritizes expense management over risky financial swings. Gina shares insights on how to stabilize a business financially, manage through booms and busts, and ultimately thrive in the long term. The conversation highlights the necessity of financial literacy and strategic planning for sustainable growth.

     

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction to Financial Thriving
    00:58 - Understanding Revenue Decline
    05:09 - The Risks of Big Swings
    08:05 - Lowering Expenses: A Practical Strategy
    12:20 - Long-Term Business Strategy
    17:00 - Managing Finances Through Booms and Busts
    20:25 - Making Your Business Profitable Again

     

    Category: Debt

     

    Keywords: small business, financial stability, revenue decline, expense management, business strategy, financial literacy, economic cycles, profitability, business growth, financial coaching

  • Join Small Business Money School: https://ginaknox.co/school 

    When you join by MIDNIGHT tonight, November 12th - you'll also receive a bonus 1:1 call with a Money School Coach to create your debt pay off plan, personally designed for you.

     Episode Synopsis: 

    In this episode, Gina Knox discusses the importance of addressing business debt and introduces a debt payoff challenge as part of the Small Business Money School program. She emphasizes the emotional impact of debt on business owners and outlines the core problems that lead to debt accumulation. Gina provides strategies for overcoming these issues and highlights the resources available through her program to help business owners achieve financial stability and success.

     

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction to Business Debt Solutions
    02:56 - Understanding the Emotional Impact of Debt
    06:09 - Identifying Core Problems Leading to Debt
    08:50 - Strategies for Debt Payoff
    12:06 - Overview of Small Business Money School

     

    Category: Debt

     

    Keywords: business debt, debt-free, financial strategy, Small Business Money School, debt payoff challenge, emotional impact of debt, business finance, money management, financial coaching, entrepreneurship

  • We're hosting our very first FREE Debt Pay Off Masterclass! Register here: https://ginaknox.co/masterclass 

    Join us live on November 11th at 1pm CST. Register at the link above., Replay will be sent after to all who register.

     Episode Synopsis: 

    In this episode, Gina Knox discusses the anxiety surrounding debt payoff among entrepreneurs, emphasizing the common belief that a sudden influx of money, or a 'windfall', will solve their debt issues. She explains how this mindset can lead to increased pressure and poor financial decisions, ultimately prolonging the debt payoff process. Instead, Gina advocates for a more sustainable approach to managing debt by addressing core financial issues and implementing effective strategies that align with current cash flow, rather than relying on future earnings.

     

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Understanding Debt Payoff Anxiety
    07:13 - The Myth of the Windfall
    11:56 - Strategies for Sustainable Debt Management

     

    Category: Debt

     

    Keywords: debt, debt payoff, entrepreneurship, financial stability, cash flow, windfall, business expenses, debt management, financial anxiety, investment strategies

  •  We're hosting our very first FREE Debt Pay Off Masterclass! Register here: https://ginaknox.co/masterclass 

    Join us live on November 11th at 1pm CST. Register at the link above., Replay will be sent after to all who register.

     Episode Synopsis: 

    In this podcast episode, Gina Knox discusses the concept of 'double debt' and the common pitfalls that business owners face when managing debt. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the root causes of debt, such as lack of cash flow strategy, expense management, and tax planning. Gina encourages listeners to address these core issues before considering debt consolidation, as failing to do so can lead to a cycle of increasing debt. The episode concludes with an invitation to a masterclass focused on effective debt management strategies.


    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction to Debt Mastery
    03:14 - Understanding Double Debt
    06:04 - The 3 Core Problems That Leade to Debt
    08:57 - Strategies to Avoid Double Debt
    12:10 - Conclusion and Call to Action

     

    Category: Debt

     

    Keywords: debt management, double debt, cash flow strategy, expense strategy, tax strategy, business finance, debt consolidation, financial planning, business owners, debt masterclass

  • Samone Blakely is a dating coach for unchurched women of faith, and she has an INCREDIBLE story that she shares with us in this episode of Small Business Big Money. Samone tells us how she went from teen mom, to cult member, to overeducated Wendy's employee, to CPA at a big 4 accounting firm, to divorce, to million dollar business owner, to burning through all her savings and building debt. She shares with us how she saved her company from near closure.

     We're hosting our very first FREE Debt Pay Off Masterclass! Register here: https://ginaknox.co/masterclass 

    Join us live on November 11th at 1pm CST. Register at the link above

     

    About Samone Blakely:

    TorahCents is known for her practical and unorthodox approach to dating for Women of Faith. She believes that dating should be delicious…and if it’s not…you’re doing it wrong.

    She has helped thousands of women attract quality men, confidently date for the relationships they desire and has been fully launched on a mission to help women of faith create real options in men and choose themselves first (instead of waiting for a man to choose them).

    🔥She’s the Founder of Curved to Cuffed™️ - the #1 mentorship for successful women of faith who want to attract quality, marriage-minded men. ⁣

    💍 And the Creator of the Triple Threat Success Method™️ that has helped women go from no dates to a wedding date in less than a year. ⁣⁣

    And when she’s not coaching you may see her releasing new episodes of her podcast, learning new tricks in her pole dancing class, spending time with her family and of course…having fun dating quality men. "

     

    Where to Find Samone:

    Instagram: www.instagram.com/torahcents 
    Website: www.curved2cuffed.com 

     

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction to Samone Blakely and Her Journey
    02:48 - Understanding Unchurched Women and Their Faith
    06:04 - Escaping the Cult: A Personal Story of Liberation
    08:53 - From Struggles to Success: Education and Career Path
    12:09 - Transitioning to a Dating Coach: The Journey Begins
    14:48 - Navigating Marriage and Divorce as a Dating Coach
    18:12 - Empowering Women of Faith: The Mission
    20:53 - Financial Growth and Challenges in Business
    24:13 - Lessons Learned: Spending and Financial Awareness
    26:06 - The Journey to Financial Neutrality
    30:39 - Building a System for Financial Management
    34:43 - Understanding and Managing Debt
    38:33 - Transforming Perspectives on Debt
    45:10 - The Power of a $19 Dress

     

    Category: Entrepreneurship

     

    Keywords: dating coach, unchurched women, faith, personal growth, cult experience, financial challenges, empowerment, marriage, divorce, business success, financial management, money mindset, debt management, personal finance, coaching, abundance, financial neutrality, business growth, money school, financial healing

  • We're hosting our very first FREE Debt Pay Off Masterclass! Register here: https://ginaknox.co/masterclass 

    Join us live on November 11th at 1pm CST. Register at the link above

     

    Episode Synopsis: 

    In this podcast episode, Gina Knox interviews Patti Calkins, a myofascial therapist and business owner, about her journey in entrepreneurship, financial growth, and the challenges she faced along the way. Patti shares her experiences of starting her business, the financial strategies she learned in Money School, and her evolving approach to managing her owner's pay and personal finances. The conversation highlights the importance of financial education and the impact of coaching on business success. In this conversation, Gina Knox and Patti Calkins explore the evolution of money mindsets across generations, the impact of overspending, and the importance of financial education. They discuss personal experiences with debt, retirement planning, and the significance of instilling financial stability in future generations. The dialogue emphasizes the need for proactive financial management to avoid the cycle of poverty and ensure a secure future.

    About Patti:

    Patti is the owner of Exhale Myofascial Release RVA in Richmond, Virginia. She opened her business, specializing in myofascial release in 2022. She made the choice to go to massage school following years of working as a physical therapist assistant.She has in three years grown her business to $250k with employees.

     

    Where to Find Patti:

    Website: http://www.exhalemfr.com/
    Instagram: @exhalerva
    Facebook: Exhale Myofascial Release RVA

     

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction to Patti Calkins
    03:37 - Financial Growth and Challenges
    08:51 - Transformative Year in Money School
    14:02 - Owner's Pay and Financial Management
    18:08 - Generational Shifts in Spending Mindset
    20:13 - Understanding Money Mindset and Overspending
    22:44 - Navigating Debt and Financial Decisions
    24:30 - Retirement Planning and Financial Security
    26:21 - The Importance of Early Retirement Savings
    30:49 - Financial Stability for Future Generations
    32:39 - Breaking the Cycle of Financial Instability

     

    Category: Entrepreneurship

     

    Keywords: entrepreneurship, financial growth, myofascial therapy, MFR Coach, MFR, business coaching, small business, money management, personal finance, owner’s pay, coaching, business success, money mindset, overspending, retirement planning, financial security, generational wealth, budgeting, debt management, financial education, wealth building, financial stability

  • The Pay Off 5 Figures Of Business Debt By 2025 Masterclass is happening on Nov. 11th, register here: https://ginaknox.co/masterclass  Episode Synopsis: 

    In this heartfelt conversation, Gina Knox interviews her mother, Aracely Knox, exploring the profound lessons learned about money, family values, and personal growth throughout different stages of life. They discuss Aracely's childhood, her cultural background, and how these experiences shaped her approach to spending and budgeting. The conversation delves into the importance of quality over quantity in purchases and the significance of shared family goals in achieving happiness and security. In this conversation, Gina Knox shares her insights on family traditions, financial preparedness, and the importance of facing death with acceptance. She reflects on her evolving relationship with money as she transitions into a new chapter of life, emphasizing the significance of values and wise spending. Gina encourages open discussions about death and financial planning, highlighting the need for organization and clarity in these matters. She concludes with valuable life lessons on prioritizing what truly matters and avoiding unnecessary expenditures.

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction to Family Values and Lessons
    02:50 - Childhood Memories and Parental Influence
    05:45 - Cultural Background and Family Heritage
    09:05 - Understanding Money in Childhood
    11:52 - Transitioning from Youth to Adulthood
    15:05 - Adulthood and Family Goals
    18:04 - Value Spending vs. Justification Spending
    28:05 - Family Traditions and Culinary Heritage
    30:21 - Financial Preparedness for Life's Final Chapter
    35:49 - Facing Death: Acceptance and Planning
    42:04 - Evolving Relationship with Money
    51:05 - Life Lessons: Values and Financial Wisdom

     

    Category: Saving

     

    Keywords: family values, money management, childhood lessons, cultural heritage, adulthood transitions, value spending, budgeting, thrift, personal finance, life lessons, family traditions, financial preparedness, death acceptance, money management, life lessons

  • Apply for the 7 Figure Wealth Mastermind Today! https://ginaknox.co/mastermind 

    Enrollment for this fall round is open October 7th - 11th 2024

     Episode Synopsis: 

    In this engaging conversation, Cathy Mazak shares her transformative journey from academia to entrepreneurship, detailing her experiences in the 7 Figure Wealth Mastermind. She discusses the challenges of stabilizing her business finances, the decision to purchase a dairy farm as a legacy project, and the evolution of her personal and financial goals. Cathy emphasizes the importance of managing business debt without letting it overshadow personal wealth building, and how her experiences have empowered her family and future generations.

     

    About Cathy:

    Cathy Mazak was a tenured, full professor when she founded Scholar's Voice, a professional development company that helps women and nonbinary professors write and publish to the level in line with their expertise. Author of Making Time To Write: How to resist the patriarchy and take control of your academic career through writing, Cathy is dedicated to helping 1000 scholars dramatically change their relationship to academia by 2030. Her popular podcast, Academic Writing Amplified, teaches listeners how to take control of their careers by centering their writing, publishing their backlog of papers, and participating in the culture of academia on their terms.

     

    Where to Find Cathy:

    Website: https://www.scholarsvoice.org 

     

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction to Cathy Mazak's Journey
    03:35 - Transitioning from Academia to Entrepreneurship
    08:19 - Stabilizing Finances and Setting Wealth Goals
    14:12 - The Farm as a Legacy Project
    17:54 - Dreams Change: The Evolution of Goals
    25:17 - Making Tough Decisions: Selling the Dream House
    36:38 -Empowering Future Generations Through Financial Stability

     

    Category: Wealth

     

    Keywords: Cathy Mazak, entrepreneurship, wealth building, financial stability, farm business, retirement planning, women's empowerment, business coaching, legacy project, personal finance

  • Apply for the 7 Figure Wealth Mastermind Today! https://ginaknox.co/mastermind 

    Enrollment for this fall round is open October 7th - 11th 2024

     Episode Synopsis: 

    In this episode, Gina Knox discusses the critical differences between financial coaching and advising, emphasizing the importance of financial literacy for entrepreneurs. She critiques the traditional financial advisor model, highlighting predatory practices and the lack of empowerment for clients. Gina advocates for self-management of wealth through education and understanding, while also acknowledging specific scenarios where hiring a financial advisor can be beneficial. The episode concludes with information about the Seven Figure Wealth program, aimed at helping entrepreneurs build passive income portfolios.

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - The Difference Between Financial Coaching vs. Advising
    10:07 - When Financial Advisors Are The Wrong Move
    17:30 - Empowering Clients Through Financial Literacy

     

    Category: Wealth

     

    Keywords: financial coaching, financial advising, wealth management, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, passive income, financial empowerment, seven figure wealth, financial advisors, investment strategies, do I need a financial advisor, where to find a financial advisor, how to find a financial advisor

  • Register for the FREE wealth masterclass for entrepreneurs: https://ginaknox.co/masterclass  Episode Synopsis: 

    In this conversation, Nikkei Lamodi shares her personal experience with money as an eldest daughter and the challenges she faced in managing her finances. She discusses the impact of her parents' financial habits and the responsibility she felt as the eldest daughter to support them. Nikkei also talks about her journey with debt and her attempts to follow different financial strategies, including Dave Ramsey's approach. She shares her experience of inheriting money and seeking the guidance of a financial advisor. However, she realizes that she lacks financial education and feels disconnected from her own money. In this conversation, Nikkei shares her experience of breaking up with her financial advisor and taking control of her own finances. She discusses the power dynamics and lack of knowledge that can lead to being taken advantage of by financial advisors. Nikkei emphasizes the importance of understanding fees and the impact they can have on long-term wealth accumulation. She also highlights the ease of transitioning to a new financial advisor and the peace of mind that comes with self-managing her money. Nikkei recommends 7 Figure Wealth as a valuable resource for learning how to manage and grow wealth.

     

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction and Background
    02:25 - Motivation for Working on Wealth Building
    04:12 - Challenges with Financial Advisors
    12:58 - Dealing with Personal Loss
    15:31 - Arriving and Discovering Hoarded Belongings
    21:14 - Humorous Discoveries and Anecdotes
    26:06 - Grief and Administrative Work
    27:48 - Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Grief
    32:06 - Finding Growth and Self-Discovery in Grief
    37:04 - Desensitization to Money: Viewing Assets vs. Personal Worth
    39:33 - Redefining Success: Moving Beyond External Indicators
    43:08 - The Quirks and Humor of Unconventional Wills

     About Nikkei Lamodi

    Nikkei is a first-generation eldest daughter and certified coach. She is passionate about helping eldest daughters create healthy relationships with others without sacrificing their time, money, or desires.

     

    Where to find Nikkei:

    Website: https://randawellness.com/ 
    Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thewellnesshelpdesk 
    Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eldestdaughterhelpdesk?_t=8ogOaifxBFa&_r=1 
    IG: https://www.instagram.com/nikkei_lamodi/?hl=en 

    Category: Wealth

     

    Keywords: inheritance, investing, financial advisor, eldest daughter, money habits, debt, financial strategies, financial advisor, fees, power dynamics, knowledge, wealth accumulation, self-management, peace of mind, 7 Figure Wealth

  • Register for the FREE wealth masterclass for entrepreneurs: https://ginaknox.co/masterclass  Episode Synopsis: 

    In this podcast episode, Gina Knox discusses the significance of having a million-dollar investing identity over merely achieving a million-dollar business. She emphasizes that wealth can be built without scaling a business and that many entrepreneurs mistakenly believe that business growth directly correlates with personal wealth. Gina encourages listeners to start investing in income-generating assets now, regardless of their business revenue, to secure their financial future and avoid the pitfalls of waiting for business success to achieve wealth.

     

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - The Importance of Wealth Identity Over Business Revenue
    03:12 - Breaking the Myth: Wealth Without Business Growth
    05:59 - Building Wealth: The Path to Financial Freedom

     

    Category: Wealth

     

    Keywords: wealth identity, million dollar business, income generating assets, financial freedom, entrepreneurship, wealth building, business growth, personal finance, investment strategies, generational wealth

  • Register for the FREE wealth masterclass for entrepreneurs: https://ginaknox.co/masterclass  Episode Synopsis: 

    In this episode, Gina Knox interviews Cara Kovacs, a feminist business mentor, about her journey to wealth building and the challenges she faced after her father's passing. Cara shares her experience with a financial advisor who mismanaged her money and her decision to take control of her finances. She also discusses the process of dealing with her father's hoarded belongings and the unexpected and humorous discoveries she made. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding personal finances and the administrative work involved after a loved one's death. In this conversation, Cara shares her experience of grieving the loss of her father and the challenges she faced in handling his financial affairs. They discuss the emotional rollercoaster of grief, the need for self-compassion, and the importance of finding the lessons and growth in difficult experiences. They also touch on the desensitization to money and the arbitrary indicators of success in business. The conversation ends with a lighthearted discussion about Cara's father's unconventional will and their shared laughter.

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Introduction and Background
    02:25 - Motivation for Working on Wealth Building
    04:12 - Challenges with Financial Advisors
    12:58 - Dealing with Personal Loss
    15:31 - Arriving and Discovering Hoarded Belongings
    21:14 - Humorous Discoveries and Anecdotes
    26:06 - Grief and Administrative Work
    27:48 - Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Grief
    32:06 - Finding Growth and Self-Discovery in Grief
    37:04 - Desensitization to Money: Viewing Assets vs. Personal Worth
    39:33 - Redefining Success: Moving Beyond External Indicators
    43:08 - The Quirks and Humor of Unconventional Wills

     About Cara Kovacs

    Cara Kovacs is a Business Mentor for feminist progressive, heart-led service providers. Named as one of Wanderlust’s 35 Under 35 to Watch in Wellness, she has sold over $1,000,000 in coaching packages since 2018. With a background in feminist theory and social work, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Florida with a degree in Women’s Studies, where she did research on social justice and intersectionality before attending New York University’s Silver School of Social Work.

    Dual certified as a coach, she specializes in bringing trauma-informed, ethics-based approaches to heal the toxic-capitalism, white supremacist BS that happens far too often in the coaching industry.

    When she asked her clients what word they would use to describe the style of her work they replied with “Honest.” She takes business building, entrepreneurship, and online marketing and blends it with a humanizing approach that helps the anticapitalist, radical, progressive business owners out there heal their resistance to selling and scaling their services.

     

    Where to find Cara:

    Website: www.carakovacs.com 
    Instagram: www.instagram.com/carakovacscoaching 

     

    Category: Wealth

     

    Keywords: wealth building, financial advisor, personal finances, administrative work, hoarding, grief, grief, self-compassion, growth, desensitization to money, indicators of success, unconventional will

  • Register for the FREE wealth masterclass for entrepreneurs: https://ginaknox.co/masterclass  Episode Synopsis: 

    In this episode, Gina Knox shares her personal story of why she is passionate about entrepreneurs building passive income portfolios outside of their business. She discusses the importance of having multiple income sources and shares her experience of her father being forced to retire early due to illness. She emphasizes the need for financial stability and the peace it brings during difficult circumstances. Gina explains the basics of investing in the stock market and highlights the value of time in growing wealth. She encourages listeners to start investing as soon as possible, even with small amounts of money. Gina also discusses the benefits of having a passive income portfolio and how it can provide financial security for oneself and loved ones.

     

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - The Story Behind the Mastermind
    06:29 - The Value of Time in Investing
    11:09 - Why You Should Start Investing Now
    14:21 - Why Business Owners Need A Passive Income Portfolio
    17:11 - Avoid Relying Solely on Your Business

     

     

    Category: Wealth

     

    Keywords: passive income, entrepreneurs, multiple income sources, retirement, financial stability, investing, stock market, time value of money, wealth portfolio, business owners

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    Episode Synopsis: 

    In this episode, Gina Knox addresses the challenge of having too many financial goals and priorities. She explains the difference between a financial desire and a financial priority, emphasizing that there are only three financial priorities: saving, debt payoff, and investing. She discusses how the traumatized brain often resists prioritizing and wants to fulfill all desires at once. However, she highlights that by focusing on the top three priorities, individuals can acquire all their desires over time. Gina emphasizes the importance of aligning desires with the budget and making sure that spending reflects personal values.

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Navigating Multiple Financial Goals and Priorities
    01:25 - The Difference Between Financial Desires and Priorities
    04:21 - Building Savings and Paying Off Debt
    05:16 - Investing for Financial Freedom
    08:35 - Aligning Desires with the Budget
    11:10 - How You Spend Your Money is How You Spend Your Life

      

    Takeaways:There are only three financial priorities: saving, debt payoff, and investing.By focusing on these priorities, individuals can acquire all their desires over time.Desires live and die in the budget, so it's important to align spending with personal values.How you spend your money is how you spend your life.

     

    Category: Saving, Personal Finance, Budgeting

     

    Keywords: financial goals, financial priorities, desires, saving, debt payoff, investing, budgeting, personal values