In this episode, I sit down with Ashli Pollard, a serial founder and business strategist, to discuss all things money. She shares how her family prioritized experiences over material possessions and how that has shaped her mindset around money as she’s built her own businesses. Tune in as we both share the highs and lows of borrowing money to scale our businesses and what we’ve learned from it.

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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:13] Transparent upbringing, value experiences over possessions.

[00:06:09] Long-term focus, multiple businesses serving purposes.

[00:09:04] Nightmare transition from group programs to team.

[00:15:10] Taking loans for business growth.

[00:19:44] Small business budget management and mindset.

[00:22:43] Budgeting for business expenses across departments is crucial. Analyze each category to allocate funds effectively. Determine the percentage breakdown of your budget. Adjust spending based on extra income to maximize growth.

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