Are You Paying Everyone but Yourself? Why It’s Time to Prioritize Your Paycheck

Tired of being the last one paid? Here’s how to flip the script.
In this episode of Balanced, Steph delivers a financial reality check: if your business isn’t paying you, it’s broken.
Too many entrepreneurs hustle hard and end up with empty personal bank accounts. Steph breaks down the mindset and mechanics behind paying yourself first—even when cash flow is tight. She shares how to shift your systems, budget, and beliefs so your business truly funds your life. Packed with strategies like Profit First, bite-sized mindset shifts, and a 9-step checklist, this episode is your roadmap to finally getting paid.
Because you didn’t start your business to be your own worst boss.
What You’ll Learn
00:00 – Welcome + The Pain of Not Paying Yourself
02:45 – You’re Not Alone: Stats & Struggles of Entrepreneurs
05:20 – The “Unpaid Job” Trap & Why Mindset Matters
06:40 – Three Core Reasons to Pay Yourself First
08:00 – Real Talk: How to Start Paying Yourself
08:34 – Strategy #1: Treat Yourself as a Business Expense
10:00 – Strategy #2: Use the Profit First Method
12:28 – Strategy #3: Decide on a Realistic Salary + Frequency
14:10 – Strategy #4: Trim Costs or Raise Prices
15:48 – Strategy #5: Start Small & Stay Consistent
17:10 – Your 9-Step Action Plan to Get Paid
21:30 – Prevent Burnout by Connecting to Your Why
24:47 – Final Words & Free Consultation Invite
Perfect For:
✓ Entrepreneurs tired of being last on the payroll
✓ Founders seeking financial clarity and sustainability
✓ Small business owners who want to get paid—finally
✓ Anyone craving real strategies to flip their money mindset
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Your business should fund your life—not the other way around. You deserve to get paid.

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Mastering the Excitement-Overwhelm Cycle: Practical Strategies for Entrepreneurs
In this episode of Balanced, host Stephanie dives into a familiar emotional rollercoaster for entrepreneurs—the thrill of a new idea quickly giving way to overwhelm. Sound familiar?
Stephanie unpacks this cycle with empathy and clarity, offering personal stories and real-world strategies to help you move from chaos to clarity. She walks you through how to stay grounded when your brain is buzzing with too many to-dos and how to turn that manic energy into meaningful momentum. From breaking big ideas into micro-goals to using mindset tools and breathing techniques, this episode is your guide to staying productive and joyful in your business.
If you’ve ever felt buried under your own ambition, this one’s for you.
00:00 – Welcome to Balanced the Podcast
00:43 – Understanding the Excitement-Overwhelm Cycle
01:29 – Channeling Chaos into Business Growth
02:11 – Practical Strategies to Manage Overwhelm
03:43 – Mindset Shifts for Entrepreneurs
04:30 – Hands-On Tactics to Stay Productive
12:15 – Leveraging Energy and Delegating Tasks
14:23 – Keeping the Joy in Your Entrepreneurial Journey
15:26 – Conclusion and Listener Engagement
Perfect For:
✓ Entrepreneurs who bounce between big dreams and burnout
✓ Creatives who need help turning ideas into action
✓ Business owners feeling stuck in the details
✓ Anyone who wants to stay joyful and productive
Links & Resources:
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You don’t have to choose between excitement and peace. With the right tools, you can have both. Let’s find your balance.

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From Shoeboxes to Smartbooks: How to Modernize Your Bookkeeping in 2025

In this episode of Balanced, host Stephanie explores how small business owners can move beyond outdated bookkeeping practices and adopt modern, tech-powered solutions. From spreadsheets and paper ledgers to real-time dashboards and automation, Stephanie guides you through the tools and mindset shifts that simplify, accelerate, and enhance the effectiveness of bookkeeping.
She breaks down the core features of cloud-based accounting software, highlights the value of automation, and shares how going paperless not only saves time but also offers powerful financial insights at your fingertips. If you’re still managing your books the old-fashioned way, this episode is your sign to upgrade and take back control of your finances.
00:00 – Welcome to Balanced the Podcast
00:44 – Reflecting on the Evolution of Smartphones
01:32 – Outdated Bookkeeping Methods
02:49 – The Benefits of Modern Bookkeeping
06:53 – Features of Modern Bookkeeping Tools
10:20 – Mindset Shift: From Reactive to Proactive
13:55 – Embracing Change and Seeking Help
15:47 – Conclusion and Call to Action

Perfect For:
✓ Business owners still using manual or outdated bookkeeping methods
✓ Entrepreneurs who want to save time and reduce errors
✓ Founders looking to make smarter financial decisions
✓ Anyone curious about cloud accounting and automation

Links & Resources:
🔹 Book your free bookkeeping consultation
🔹 Subscribe to Balanced for more insights on business & life
Your books shouldn't hold your business back—they should help it grow. Let’s modernize your finances and make your numbers work for you.
Want more tips on balancing business and life?

Want more tips on balancing business and life? Follow me on Instagram for insights on bookkeeping, business, and everything in between!