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Money First CEO

How do you build a business that truly supports your life?I’m the Money First CEO. Over the past 5 years, I’ve grown a sustainable 6-figure business and built a 7-figure investment portfolio, not by working harder, but by managing money differently.This podcast shares the real habits, honest lessons, and simple strategies that helped me and can help you build a business that puts profit and peace first.If you’re ready to feel more confident with your cash and create long-term stability, you’re in

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7:56

What CEOs Get Wrong When They Do Their Own Bookkeeping

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2026/02/15

In this episode of 'Money First, CEO,' host Harman Johnston discusses the significant shift in a CEO's role as their business grows, specifically why continuing to handle your own bookkeeping can hinder growth. Harman outlines the mental and practical strains of DIY bookkeeping and explains why delegating this task is crucial for making high-level decisions. She provides a clear, actionable takeaway: scheduling a monthly money review meeting to ensure clean, current, and accurate financial in...

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6:53

“Where’s My Profit?!” - Why Your Bank Balance Doesn’t...

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2026/02/05

In this episode of Money First, CEO, Harman Johnston delves into the common issue business owners face when their profit and loss statements don't align with their bank account balances. Harman explains the crucial distinctions between profit and cash flow, and outlines five key reasons for these discrepancies, including timing differences, large purchases, loan repayments, taxes, and how owners pay themselves. She provides actionable steps like reviewing accounts receivable, planning for big...

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7:16

How to Financially Prepare for Hiring, Without...

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2026/02/01

In this episode of Money First, CEO, host Harman Johnston shares practical advice on financially preparing for hiring staff. Harman emphasises the importance of proactive planning and introduces a strategic approach to ensure new hires do not become a financial burden. Key tips include opening a dedicated bank account for future hires, building a 90-day payroll buffer, treating hiring as a fixed expense, and other actionable steps to integrate hiring into your cash flow projections smoothly. ...

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7:31

Annual Price Reviews – A CEO’s Non-Negotiable

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2026/01/25

In this episode of Money First, CEO, Harman Johnston discusses the importance of conducting annual price reviews. Harman guides service-based businesses, retail operators, and manufacturers on strategies to ensure their pricing reflects increased work, costs, and market conditions over the past year. The episode highlights the impact of scope creep, client growth, rising expenses, and new tools on pricing for service-based businesses. Retailers are advised to factor in supplier price hikes, i...

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6:44

The Biggest Expense I Cut That Didn’t Hurt My Lifestyle

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2026/01/18

In this episode of Money First, CEO, Harman Johnston discusses a major expense she cut from her business: online courses that were never finished. Harman shares her struggle with 'course addiction' and the financial and mental toll it took. By implementing a strict rule to only buy courses that could be immediately acted upon and setting dedicated time for both learning and execution, she transformed her business. Listeners are encouraged to audit their education spending, commit to completin...

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12:18

2026 Vision: What’s Next for Money First CEOs

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2026/01/11

In this episode of Money First, CEO, host Harman Johnston reflects on the lessons learned and milestones achieved in 2025, while outlining exciting plans for 2026. Harman shares the mission behind the podcast, emphasising the importance of prioritising financial control to build a business that serves its owner first. Key takeaways include actionable money lessons like building profit with small shifts, separating personal and business finances, and forecasting. The episode also highlights th...

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7:55

Rest, Reflect, Recharge: The CEO Reset You Can’t...

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2025/12/14

In this episode of Money First, CEO, host Harman Johnston discusses the critical importance of rest for business owners. Harman explains how intentional rest can be a powerful revenue strategy, leading to clear decisions, better boundaries, and higher profits. The episode includes practical steps for taking a real CEO break, such as creating a money wind-down checklist, setting boundaries, and planning a 'no money zone' period. Harman shares lessons from past episodes and emphasises that rest...

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10:24

Stop Doing It All: Skyrocket Profits with Smart...

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2025/12/07

Welcome back to Money First, CEO, with your host Harman Johnston, who shares her journey from a one-person operation to a thriving business through smart money habits and systems. This episode focuses on the importance of delegation, highlighting the pitfalls of trying to do everything yourself and offering practical steps to effectively delegate tasks. Harman discusses how using platforms like Upwork and Fiverr, setting clear expectations, and starting small can free up valuable time for rev...

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6:42

Imagine One Fearless Quarter

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2025/11/30

Welcome to Money First, CEO, with Harman Johnston, an expert bookkeeper, profit-first professional, and business coach from Sydney, Australia. This episode focuses on envisioning a fearless business quarter, free from self-doubt and overwhelm. Harman emphasises the power of financial clarity and strategic bold moves based on real data. Listeners are guided through actionable steps such as reviewing bank account transactions and making informed decisions to raise prices, cut unprofitable offer...

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6:45

The 5 Types of Wealth – Redefining What It Means to...

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2025/11/23

Unlocking the Five Types of Wealth: A Holistic Approach to Business Success In this episode of Money First, CEO, host Harman Johnston introduces listeners to the five types of wealth, inspired by Sahil Bloom's framework, which she encountered at Angela Henderson's Women in Business Conference. Harman underscores the significance of balancing time, social, mental, physical, and financial wealth to create a thriving business and fulfilling life. She explains how money is instrumental in buildin...

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17:29

How to Make Profit a Habit – Mike Michalowicz on the...

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2025/11/17

This is a special episode as we welcome our first guest, Mike Michalowicz. Mike is the author of Profit First and a global expert on small business finance. His mission is to end entrepreneurial poverty, and he's helped thousands of business owners take control of their money. We talk about the real mistakes that keep business owners stuck, the myth of growing your way to success, and why taking profit first is a game changer. If you're feeling the pressure of cash flow or struggling to pay y...

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6:31

Episode 28: Say No, Win Big: Boost Profits with...

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2025/11/09

In this episode of Money First, CEO, Harman Johnston discusses the critical importance of setting boundaries in business. Harman shares a personal story about the costly mistake of saying yes to a rush job, highlighting how it drained her resources and affected her profits. She explains why saying no to low-value clients and requests is essential for maintaining profitability and mental well-being. Harman offers a three-step plan for saying no effectively: knowing your priorities, using polit...

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7:17

Get Paid Faster: Transform Your Invoicing Process

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2025/11/02

In this episode, Harman discusses the challenges of dealing with late payments and how it affects cash flow and overall business health. She outlines practical steps to improve debtor follow-ups, including sending friendly reminders, automating notifications, and making payment processes easier for clients. Harman shares a three-step plan to ensure timely payments without alienating clients and offers tips for handling tough debtors. The episode emphasises the importance of disciplined financ...

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7:16

Keep Customers Forever: Cash-Boosting Loyalty Secret

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2025/10/26

In this episode of Money First, CEO, Harman Johnston discusses how to keep customers forever with cash-boosting loyalty strategies. She shares her personal experience of losing a $10,000 client and explains the significant costs associated with acquiring new customers compared to retaining existing ones. Johnston outlines a three-step plan to enhance customer loyalty: personalising interactions, creating loyalty programs, and following up with value-added content. She emphasises the importanc...

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6:50

Work Less, Earn More: The 80/20 Profit Hack

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2025/10/21

Mastering the 80/20 Profit Hack: Work Less, Earn More In this episode of 'Money First, CEO,' host Harman Johnston is focused on helping business owners leverage the 80/20 rule (Pareto Principle) to maximise their profits while reducing work hours. Harman shares her own experience of how focusing on top revenue-generating clients significantly increased her profits. She explains the importance of analysing sales data to identify high-value clients or products and offers actionable steps ...

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6:58

Hire Slow, Win Big: Building a Cash-Savvy Team

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2025/10/13

Hiring can make or break your business finances. In this episode of Money First CEO, I share how to build a cash-savvy team that helps you grow profits without draining your bank account. I talk about how rushing into hiring can hurt your cash flow, why hiring strategically is a Profit First move, and how to make sure every hire adds value, not stress. I walk through my own story of hiring too fast and how it hit my cash flow hard. Then, I share how I turned things around by appl...

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6:47

Charge What You’re Worth: Unlock Bigger Profits with...

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2025/10/05

In this episode of Money First, CEO, Harman Johnston gets real about one of the biggest mindset shifts in business: charging what you’re truly worth. If you’ve ever hesitated to raise your rates or felt weird asking for more money, this episode is exactly what you need. Harman shares the story of how undercharging in her early days nearly burned her out, and how switching to value-based pricing changed everything. From breaking down what undercharging really costs you, to simple steps for rai...

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8:17

The 3 Types of People in Business (and Which One You...

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2025/09/28

In this episode of Money First, CEO, Harman Johnston explores the powerful framework from Adam Grant’s Give and Take that categorises people into Givers, Takers, and Matchers. Learn how each type shows up in business, why givers tend to both fail and succeed the most, and what separates a sustainable giver from a burnt-out one.You’ll discover: - How to recognise your giving style and its impact on your energy, profits, and boundaries - The warning signs of overgiving and how to shift to strategic

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9:34

Your Business is Not Your Bank Account

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2025/09/21

One of the biggest mistakes I see business owners make is treating their business like a personal ATM. Logging into your business account, seeing money sitting there, and using it for groceries or personal bills might feel harmless - but this habit will keep you broke, stressed, and stuck. In this episode of Money First, CEO, I share how I used to treat my business like a piggy bank, the financial chaos it created, and the exact system I now use to separate business and personal money with ab...

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11:39

Investing Back Into Your Business — The Smart Way

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2025/09/07

Making smart investments in your business can feel tricky. We’ve all been tempted by late-night offers, shiny software, or coaching packages that promise the world. But the truth is, there’s a big difference between investing from strength and investing from stress. In this episode of Money First, CEO, I share how to make confident investment decisions without draining your business or relying on impulse. I walk you through the difference between smart spending and emotional buying, and why t...

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