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March 2, 2023 68 mins

On this episode, I’m joined by fellow business strategist and courage coach, Shawn Fink, for a wide-ranging and empathetic conversation about the ****math you need to take control of your creative business. Shawn explains the importance of releasing your fears around business math, and having the courage to achieve your revenue goals. And I reveal how simple math can help you diagnose and close an income gap, design your business, and set yourself up for success. We know business math can be scary, especially for creatives, but we’ve got you covered.

More from the episode

  • What’s your “enough” number, and why is knowing it essential to building sustainable creative business?
  • How does scarcity contribute to cyclical burnout, and what can you do instead?
  • Shawn breaks down her five keys to being courageous, and shares a weekly ritual you can use to establish agency over your numbers and finances.
  • How understanding the value of what you do, and finding your “zone of genius”, can help you meet your income goals.
  • We answer questions from the audience on budgeting, filing your taxes as a creative business owner, and inexpensive marketing tactics to build your audience.

About Shawn Fink

Shawn Fink is a Brave Business Coach for wholehearted entrepreneurs who are ready to upgrade your confidence, your cash and your commitments to doing good in this world. She works with CEOs and Founders by offering private, personalized business and visibility strategy, support and accountability and fierce courage coaching and capacity planning so you follow through on your Brave Yes Vision and Intentions.

Connect with Shawn Fink

https://shawnfink.com

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