Episode 127 12:38

Why Money Needs To Be Your Business Bestie

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Show Notes

This episode we dive into the often-avoided topic of money and why it needs to be your business bestie. With over 24 years in business, I know how crucial a positive relationship with money is. Think of it as the blood flowing through your business. Let's get comfortable talking about finances, treating money with respect, and using practical steps like writing a letter to money to build a solid financial foundation for success.

We also share the benefits of a positive money mindset, from providing stability and security to unlocking new opportunities. I've been through financial stress myself, so I understand the importance of having reserves and insurance as a safety net. By viewing money as a supportive ally, we can take bold steps toward our goals. Join me in embracing this mindset for a prosperous future.

Episode Highlights

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  1. 01:48Respecting money
  2. 04:28Money as a power that resonates
  3. 07:30Central to our well-being
  4. 09:48I paid the price
  5. 11:06Audacious goals

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Dawn of a New Era is a weekly business podcast for founders, experts and professionals who want to grow a company without losing themselves in it. Every episode looks at the practical mechanics of scaling — revenue models, marketing, leadership, pricing and positioning — alongside the psychology that decides whether founders follow through.

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  • Episode · 127
  • Published · 17 July 2024
  • Run time · 12:38
  • Host · Dawn McGruer

About your host

Dawn McGruer is a bestselling author, award-winning keynote speaker and scaling advisor. She has spent over 25 years building, scaling and selling businesses, and has supported more than 30,000 founders, marketers and professionals worldwide.

Her work sits at the intersection of commercial strategy and the psychology of performance — helping founders build companies that grow beyond their own capacity through better models, licensing and intellectual property leverage. She is the author of The Billionaire Brain®, published by Forbes Books.

Read more on the about page, explore her research and insights or see how to work with Dawn.

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