just a myth?

In this powerful snapshot episode, Katie and Mick Hawes challenge the idea that making more money automatically leads to a thriving business. Mick shares hard-earned lessons from years of financial stress, revealing why true success comes down to how you manage your money—not just how much you make. Meanwhile, Katie opens up about how her most profitable year happened while working 40% less.

If you’re ready to stop running in circles and start building a business that actually gives you freedom, this is the conversation you need to hear.

Listen to the full episode here

Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/041-maximising-profits-and-building-success-with/id1667206048?i=1000632314640

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/2a8LcWe5YeFKmE2lHbxkfW

After 10 years of Profit First changing businesses worldwide, and nearly a decade of helping tradies implement it, I know this system works. But I also know it doesn’t always go smoothly.

Whatever your reason, I want to hear about it.

Tell me your story. Why? Because your feedback helps me improve the way I teach Profit First, update my resources, and make sure more tradies can actually get results.

In this episode of Profit First for Tradies, you’ll learn the following:

• Common reasons Profit First fails (01:30)
• Why I wants to hear about your Profit First struggles (03:07)
• Are you building the business you dreamed of? (04:33)
• Reach out and get a special bonus (06:03)

This episode is all about YOU. If Profit First hasn’t worked in your business, I want to hear why. Your feedback makes a difference — not just for you, but for the entire trade business community.

Let’s make your business permanently profitable!

Resources

https://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/book-a-call

CONNECT WITH KATIE CRISMALE-MARSHALL

• Email: support@profitfirstfortradies.com.au
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitfirstfortradies/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitfirstfortradies9503/featured
• Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitfirstfortradies
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfitFirstforTradies/
• Website: https://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/

Your business is making money, but where’s your profit? Let’s fix that.

Today, we’re diving into Profit First, a cash flow system that ensures you actually keep more of what you earn. Forget paper profit that only looks good on reports. This is about real, tangible, cash-in-the-bank profit.

You’ll learn how to flip the traditional accounting formula, structure your money in a way that ensures profitability, and finally escape the exhausting cycle of making money but never seeing any of it. Plus, Katie will break down exactly how to get started with Profit First without overcomplicating it.

This episode is a must-listen for business owners who want less stress, more clarity, and a guaranteed way to get paid.

In this episode of Profit First for Tradies, you’ll learn the following:

• How Profit First helps you finally see and keep the money you’re making (00:00)
• Cash flow struggles business owners face (00:52)
• How to start building a truly profitable business with just 1% (02:39)
• How simple habits help you plug the leaks in your business finances and ensure you always have profit set aside (06:30)
• The value of starting small and being consistent with Profit First (07:13)
• Getting in touch with Katie (09:40)

Profit First isn’t just another accounting method. It’s a mindset shift. It’s about prioritising your financial success so that your business truly supports you. If you’re ready to stop stressing about money and start actually keeping what you earn, this is your first step.

Resources

https://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/book-a-call

CONNECT WITH KATIE CRISMALE-MARSHALL

• Email: support@profitfirstfortradies.com.au
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profitfirstfortradies/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@profitfirstfortradies9503/featured
• Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/profitfirstfortradies
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfitFirstforTradies/
• Website: https://www.profitfirstfortradies.com.au/