The Financial Operator

Welcome to the Mills Knows Bills Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!

This episode features a guest appearance by Josh Pies, owner of C47 Digital Studios, to discuss the financial complexities of managing multiple LLCs and the benefits of fractional CFOs. Mills and Josh explore the effectiveness of incorporating separate entities for different business ideas, balancing practicality with legal considerations, and the personal enjoyment they derive from their respective work in finance and entrepreneurship. Josh also shares insights on utilizing podcasts for business development and fostering meaningful relationships. Join the discussion for actionable financial advice and entrepreneurial insights!

To connect with Josh and C47 Digital Studios:

https://c47films.com

https://bootstrappedunicorns.com

Do you have your own burning financial question for Mills? Contact her here:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://MillsKnowsBills.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/@millsknowsbills

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mills-knows-bills

Subscribe on YouTube for the latest from @MillsKnowsBills

Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/YSsIslQ9Ef8

00:00 Introduction to Mills Knows Bills

01:11 Meet the Guest: Josh Pies

02:04 Burning Financial Questions

03:10 Managing Multiple LLCs

08:40 The Joy of Finance

11:24 Josh Pies on Entrepreneurship

14:40 Conclusion and Contact Information

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Welcome to the Mills Knows Bills Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!

In this episode, Mills is joined by Jill Healey, a Realtor with Park Life Group at Keller Williams Winter Park in Florida. The conversation delves into budgeting for a Realtor's variable income, planning for business growth, and the potential for using software or hiring an operations person to alleviate non-revenue generating tasks. Jill shares insights from her journey in real estate, her business structure, and the exciting opportunities for growth. If you're looking for advice on managing fluctuating income and boosting your financial stability, this episode is for you! Don't miss Jill's valuable insights on buying, selling, and investing in real estate. Tune in now!

To connect with Jill:

https://parklifeorlando.com

Look for her on social media: Jill Healey, Park Life Orlando

Do you have your own burning financial question for Mills? Contact her here:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://MillsKnowsBills.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/@millsknowsbills

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mills-knows-bills

Subscribe on YouTube for the latest from @MillsKnowsBills

Link to video episode: https://youtu.be/hxsTDZ9sTiA

00:00 Introduction to Mills Knows Bills

00:53 Welcome Back and Episode Overview

01:16 Meet Jill Healey

02:31 Jill's Business and Challenges

04:06 Budgeting and Financial Strategy

07:00 Metrics and Performance Tracking

11:41 Hiring and Management Tips

15:42 Jill's Real Estate Journey

16:46 Conclusion and Contact Information

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Welcome to the Mills Knows Bills Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!

In episode 23, Mills discusses effective marketing strategies with Devin Pope, managing director and senior advisor at Nilsine Partners. Join their insightful conversation on optimizing marketing dollars for small businesses, such as his for high net worth clientele. Learn about the significance of starting a podcast, structuring consistent content, and leveraging social media platforms to build trust and grow your business. Devin also shares his experience in wealth management and financial planning that led to his business ownership. Tune in for practical advice and strategies to enhance your own small business, and to help you make the most out of your marketing efforts (and dollars)!

To connect with Devin:

Website: https://nilsinepartners.com

Email: [email protected]

Do you have your own burning financial question for Mills?

Contact her here:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://MillsKnowsBills.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/@millsknowsbills

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mills-knows-bills

Subscribe on YouTube for the latest from @MillsKnowsBills

Link to video podcast episode: https://youtu.be/t4Cts00RpgQ

00:00 Introduction to Mills Knows Bills

00:53 Welcome Back to the Podcast: Today's Guest - Devin Pope

01:50 Devin's Financial Question: Maximizing Marketing Dollars

02:46 Mills' Advice: Starting a Podcast

04:58 Consistency in Marketing: Social Media and Podcasts

08:02 Planning and Recording Strategies

11:21 Devin's Business and Services

13:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Welcome to the Mills Knows Bills Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!

In episode 22, Mills welcomes "coffee-preneur" Eric Rowell of Grit and Grind Coffee, a mobile coffee company. The pair discuss common financial mistakes made by new business owners, including the importance of having a financial game plan, accurate bookkeeping, savings, and obtaining a line of credit. Eric shares his journey from real estate to owning several coffee trailers and brick-and-mortar stores, eventually franchising his business. They also cover strategies for optimizing business finances and the potential benefits of outsourcing bookkeeping duties, and more.

Get helpful tips and actionable advice to help you manage and grow your own business.

To connect with Eric:

https://gritandgrind.coffee

Do you have your own burning financial question for Mills? Contact her here:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://MillsKnowsBills.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/@millsknowsbills

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mills-knows-bills

YouTube: Subscribe for the latest video podcast episodes from @MillsKnowsBills

00:00 Introduction to Mills Knows Bills

00:28 Podcast Format and Goals

01:14 Introducing the Guest: Eric Rowell

01:30 Eric's Journey in the Coffee Industry

02:05 Eric's Burning Financial Question

02:58 Common Financial Mistakes by Entrepreneurs

03:41 The Importance of Bookkeeping

04:29 Building Savings and Emergency Funds

05:36 Getting a Line of Credit

06:42 Eric's Experience and Challenges

08:29 Outsourcing Bookkeeping

14:15 Grit and Grind: Business Model and Expansion

16:43 Conclusion and Contact Information

Link to video podcast episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/0NMrjJJFqy8

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Welcome to the Mills Knows Bills Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!

In this episode of Mills Knows Bills, Mills welcomes Matthew Wasserman, a personal injury attorney based in Orlando, Florida. Together, they discuss financial strategies vital for growing law firms, including the importance of budgeting, setting up separate accounts for savings, evaluating marketing spend, understanding detailed bookkeeping, and the strategic timing for hiring new staff. Matthew also emphasizes the importance of client experience and constant communication in personal injury cases.

Get helpful tips and actionable advice to help you manage and grow your own business.

To connect with Matthew:

https://millertriallaw.com/attorneys/matthew-b-wasserman/

Do you have your own burning financial question for Mills? Contact her here:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://MillsKnowsBills.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/@millsknowsbills

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mills-knows-bills

Subscribe for the latest on YouTube for the latest from @MillsKnowsBills

Link to video podcast episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vDFqVEq_GCk

00:00 Introduction to Mills Knows Bills Podcast

01:13 Guest Introduction: Matthew Wasserman

01:58 Common Financial Pitfalls for Growing Law Firms

03:24 Detailed Financial Advice for Law Firms

05:32 Q&A: Marketing and Staffing Strategies

10:40 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

13:20 Contact Information and Closing Remarks

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Welcome to the Mills Knows Bills Podcast! As always, we look forward to answering your burning financial questions.

In this episode, host and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, Mills Bender, welcomes Kenney Baez of Freedom Wildlife. Although a successful business owner, Kenney struggles to maintain a positive financial mindset. Mills offers valuable tips on how to manage financial stress, reinforce positive financial habits, and the importance of having a supportive community. Tune in to learn how to turn financial struggles into success and meet a proactive "critter gitter" who ensures your home is pest-free and eco-friendly!

To connect with Kenney and Freedom Wildlife:

Website: https://freedomwildlife.com/

Do you have your own burning financial question for Mills? Contact her here:

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://MillsKnowsBills.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/@millsknowsbills

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mills-knows-bills

Subscribe for the latest on YouTube @MillsKnowsBills

00:00 Introduction to Mills Knows Bills

01:03 First In-Person Podcast Episode with Kenney

01:31 Building a Positive Relationship with Money

02:00 Mindset and Financial Health

04:41 The Importance of Support Networks

06:30 Kenney's Business and Services

07:53 Conclusion and Thanks

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Welcome back to an all new season of the Mills Knows Bills Podcast! As always, we look forward to answering your burning financial questions. In this season 3 premiere episode, host Mills Bender welcomes Joey Schuster, CEO and founder of Real Review Response.

Let's get to Joey's burning financial question!

Mills and Joey discuss the key factors startup founders should consider when deciding between debt financing and offering equity to investors. Joey also shares insights on maintaining a balance between leveraging debt and having cash on hand, while Mills provides expert advice on business credit scores, strategic planning, and shopping for the best financial solutions. Additionally, Joey introduces his reputation management platform, Real Review Response, highlighting its importance for businesses, especially franchises, in managing reviews and SEO effectively.

To connect with Joey and Real Review Response:

https://realreviewresponse.com/

https://joeyschuster.com/

For the latest from the Mills Knows Bills Podcast, please subscribe on YouTube https://youtube.com/@MillsKnowsBills

And, please feel free to email: [email protected]

Also, you connect with Mills here:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/@millsknowsbills

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mills-knows-bills

Website: https://MillsKnowsBills.com

00:00 Introduction to Mills Knows Bills Podcast

00:53 Welcome Back and Episode Overview

01:16 Guest Introduction: Joey Schuster

01:33 Debt Financing vs. Equity: Key Considerations

03:30 Factors in Debt Financing

06:33 Balancing Debt and Cash Flow

08:02 Joey Schuster on Reputation Management

11:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Welcome to the Mills Knows Bills Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!

In this insightful episode of the Mills Knows Bills podcast, Mills welcomes special guest Christine Chapman, owner of Chapman Education, to share her expertise on navigating the high costs of college tuition. The key topics include making informed college decisions, utilizing scholarships and grants, and financial advice for parents with children heading to college. Tune in to gain valuable tips and learn how to position your family for financial success when it comes to pursuing higher education.

To connect with Christine:

Visit: https://chapmaneducation.org/

Via Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chapmaneducationorg

For more from Mills Knows Bills, and this podcast, subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@MillsKnowsBills

Please feel free to email: [email protected]

Also, you connect with Mills here:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/@millsknowsbills

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mills-knows-bills

Website: https://MillsKnowsBills.com

And remember, if you're interested in taking part of our coaching programs or courses, be sure to mention our podcast to get a special discount!

00:00 Introduction to Mills Knows Bills

00:53 Special Guest: Christine from Chapman Education

03:44 Christine's Burning Financial Question

05:10 Mills' Advice on College Tuition

11:26 Christine's Services and Contact Information

16:23 Closing Remarks and Resources

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Welcome to the Mills Knows Bills Podcast! Host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, discusses strategies for variable income earners to manage their finances effectively. Let's get to those burning financial questions!

*Please note that we had some technical difficulties while shooting this episode. It in no way takes away from the valuable information that you will find!

In this episode, Mills is joined by special guest Hope Soto, a personal injury lawyer from Miami. Hope seeks advice on how to structure her law firm's budget and manage finances while working on a contingency fee basis. Mills provides detailed strategies, including creating specific savings accounts and using the "profit first" method. The discussion also covers maximizing recovery for emotional damages in injury cases. Tune in for valuable financial tips and resources for financially structuring a legal firm.

To connect with Hope:

Website: https://www.sotolawfl.com/attorney-hope-soto/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopesoto.esq/

For more from Mills Knows Bills and the podcast, subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@MillsKnowsBills

Please feel free to email: [email protected]

Also, you connect with Mills here:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/@millsknowsbills

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mills-knows-bills

Website: https://MillsKnowsBills.com

And remember, if you're interested in taking part of our coaching programs or courses, be sure to mention our podcast to get a special discount!

00:00 Introduction to Mills Knows Bills Podcast

01:07 Special Guest Introduction: Hope Soto

01:56 Hope's Financial Question

02:53 Mills' Financial Advice for Hope

05:30 Implementing Financial Strategies

05:46 Profit First Method Explained

10:01 Hope's Legal Practice and Services

11:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Welcome to the Mills Knows Bills podcast! In this solo cast episode, host Mills Bender, founder and CEO of Mills Knows Bills, explains the role and benefits of a fractional CFO for small business owners. Tune in to learn more about how a fractional CFO can provide high-quality financial management and support for your growing business.

Whether it's through guest speakers, in-depth financial conversations, or a solo cast, Mills Knows Bills aims to help you master your money.

Don't forget to subscribe on YouTube for the latest podcast episodes with answers to your burning financial questions! https://youtube.com/@MillsKnowsBills

You can also find Mills on:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/@millsknowsbills

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mills-knows-bills

Website: https://MillsKnowsBills.com

00:00 Introduction to Mills Knows Bills

00:54 Understanding the Role of a Fractional CFO

02:12 Why Hire a Fractional CFO?

03:25 Benefits of Hiring a Fractional CFO

04:53 How to Connect with Mills

05:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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