Creative Success = Financial Balance with Flexible Budget Plans As a creative individual, dealing with irregular income can be daunting. In this episode of From "Creative Passion To Profit", titled "How Creatives Can Budget for Regular Income," I, Mahmood, tackle one of the biggest challenges faced by those in the arts and creative world—budgeting. Have you ever felt the high of being fully booked and having commissions flying off the shelves, only to be met with silence and income droughts the following month? You're not alone. But here's the good news: with a little planning, you can smooth out those financial ups and downs. In this episode, I'll share three simple steps to help you build a budgeting system that fits your lifestyle and supports your creative ambitions. You'll learn how to determine your essential baseline expenses, create a financial buffer for quiet months, and implement a flexible yet simple budgeting method that allows you to thrive creatively and financially. You'll also have some homework tasks... Timestamped Summary: [00:00:00] Introduction to challenges of budgeting with erratic income. [00:00:58] Step 1: Determine your baseline expenses. [00:02:12] Step 2: Build a financial buffer for quieter months. [00:03:46] Step 3: Apply a simple, discipline-based budget system. [00:04:58] Homework: Calculate baseline expenses and track income. Mentioned in this episode: Training Training Training Find out more about Budgetwhizz Find out more about Budgetwhizz Budgetwhizz…
From Makeup Artist to CEO! In this episode we are joined by Meghan Victoria, founder of Sol Kyst; a brand that’s transforming the eyewear industry by designing sunglasses to fit and flatter people with wide faces! In early 2021 Meghan launched a pre-order where she shared a video on social media - which ended up generating over 120,000 views, and over $10,000 in orders within the first 24-hours! Listen in to hear about Meghan’s incredible journey, learn more about a super cool partnership (hint: think pink 💗), and see what else she has in store for Sol Kyst!
From Makeup Artist to CEO! In this episode we are joined by Meghan Victoria, founder of Sol Kyst; a brand that’s transforming the eyewear industry by designing sunglasses to fit and flatter people with wide faces! In early 2021 Meghan launched a pre-order where she shared a video on social media - which ended up generating over 120,000 views, and over $10,000 in orders within the first 24-hours! Listen in to hear about Meghan’s incredible journey, learn more about a super cool partnership (hint: think pink 💗), and see what else she has in store for Sol Kyst!
On this episode of Power in Heels, we are taking a deep dive into the event industry! We are thrilled to welcome Monica Gomez, founder of The Concierge Club, a premium event and experiential marketing agency known for creating unforgettable experiences. Listen in as Monica shares the behind-the-scenes of her journey—how she built her business, her best tips for crafting standout events, and the lessons she’s learning along the way!…
It all started in a hotel in Orlando… working for her family hotel business learning the ropes from the ground up and today she is Reetu Gupta, Ambassadress of The Gupta Group, speaker, author, advocate, and philanthropist. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in perseverance, leadership, and how a passionate, hands-on approach can shape a remarkable career!…
In this episode of Power in Heels, we are joined by Miki Talebi, the inspiring founder of Oomé—a smoked tofu company with a heartwarming story! Listen in as Miki shares how the loss of her father, a passion for honouring her Japanese heritage, and a leap of faith led her to leave her career in public policy to build a sustainable food brand from scratch.…
Meet the stars of Netflix’s Motel Makeover… In 2016 two best friends quit their jobs to jump into the world of motels. They bought their first dingy roadside motel in Prince Edward County, rolled-up their sleeves and soon the June Motel was born! What started as one soon turned into three motels across Ontario, their very own Netflix series and even a cookbook. Listen in to learn what it took to get there and hear some of the hilarity that ensued along the way!…
It started with one dream and now she is the Founder and CEO of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics. In this episode, we chat with Jenn Harper, of Cheekbone Beauty, who turned a vivid dream into a thriving beauty brand rooted in purpose! Listen in to hear her story, from navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship to breaking barriers in the beauty industry.…
From Makeup Artist to CEO! In this episode we are joined by Meghan Victoria, founder of Sol Kyst; a brand that’s transforming the eyewear industry by designing sunglasses to fit and flatter people with wide faces! In early 2021 Meghan launched a pre-order where she shared a video on social media - which ended up generating over 120,000 views, and over $10,000 in orders within the first 24-hours! Listen in to hear about Meghan’s incredible journey, learn more about a super cool partnership (hint: think pink 💗), and see what else she has in store for Sol Kyst!…
Ever wondered why hospital Foundations are essential, and what makes them so impactful? In this episode, we are joined by the CEO of UHN Foundation, Julie Quenneville. Listen in as she shares the importance of philanthropy, embracing risks, and the power of impact!
Julie Kalinowski and Angela Pastor are solving the ‘But I’ll only wear it once’ dilemma. They are the founders of The Fitzroy, a dress rental company located in Toronto, whose dresses have been worn by celebs at red carpets and award shows and also by YOU! They are truly changing the way we shop for formal wear. Listen in as this fashionable duo shares their journey to success and some of the biggest lessons they learned on the way! We record this episode on camera! Check it out here: https://youtu.be/Bs_ATTRvFFg?si=UxURFzdyB5weP9FD…
The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago… the second best time is now. This same lesson applies to your money and building your wealth. Join Janine Rogan, founder and CEO of The Wealth Building Academy as she breaks down the pink tax and teaches you how to confidently grow your wealth.
On this episode we are lifting the curtain on the influencer industry! Joining us on this episode is Toronto Content Creator Sara Wells, or better known as @blondehanes on insta! Her content focuses on fashion, mom life, and rescue dogs! Listen in as Sara shares how she got started on social media, her tips and tricks for pitching to agencies, how you can determine your rates, and all our other burning questions!…
Marlow… The big sister of tampon companies Meet the co-founder and CEO of Marlow, Nadia Ladak. They created the first-ever lubricated tampons and are on a mission to change the face of menstrual health care.
Ever wondered what goes into some of the biggest ad campaigns you’ve seen on TV, before they’re even pitched to agencies? Susan Irving is the Chief Marketing Officer for Kruger Products and in this episode she gives us a behind the scenes look into some of her biggest projects. Whether it’s the ‘Unapologetically Human’ campaign from 2020, or the ‘He Shoots, He Scores’ campaign from the Salt Lake City Olympics, Susan shares what it’s really like to be a marketer and all the things you wish you knew about the ads on TV.…
Meet the women who helped pull Canada out of the financial crisis, and now leads small business owners towards success every day. Paula Cruickshank is the Senior Vice President of Ontario at the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), join us as she shares some of her biggest lessons from her time in the industry and teaches us that banking is really a people business.…
What does it take to sell million-dollar homes? On today’s episode we’re lifting the curtain and giving you a sneak peek into the world of luxury real estate. With over 20 years of building buying and selling properties in luxury neighborhoods we are excited to introduce the founder of Oxley Real Estate, Gillian Oxley!…
She's not just a survivor; she's a force for change. We are honored to have Fallon Farinacci joining us on the show today. At just nine years old, in 1993 her parents, Sherry and Maurice Paul were murdered. In 2017 she testified at the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, a pivotal moment in her healing journey, and what sparked her path of advocacy. Join us as we delve into her powerful journey of healing, hope, and the pursuit of change.…
مرحبًا بك في مشغل أف ام!
يقوم برنامج مشغل أف أم بمسح الويب للحصول على بودكاست عالية الجودة لتستمتع بها الآن. إنه أفضل تطبيق بودكاست ويعمل على أجهزة اندرويد والأيفون والويب. قم بالتسجيل لمزامنة الاشتراكات عبر الأجهزة.