The Profitability Podcast

Joey Albertson
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Ever wondered how successful women balance thriving businesses with vibrant personal lives? The Profitability Podcast has your answers. Join hosts Joey and Mackenzie as they shatter the stigma surrounding money talk and prove that financial savvy can be downright sexy. Dive into candid conversations with trailblazing female founders who juggle business and family. Join us twice per month for a captivating mix of business wisdom, actionable advice, and candid conversations that feel like a power lunch with your most inspiring friends. Get ready to redefine what it means to be a woman in business – because, with The Profitability Podcast, your potential for success is limitless.

  1. Jul 10

    You're Probably Undercharging

    Pricing is the lever most small business owners are too afraid to pull. In this episode, Joey and Mackenzie break down why that fear exists, what it actually costs you, and how to know — with real numbers — whether your pricing is the thing standing between you and the business you actually want to build.

  2. Jun 18

    Your Business Halftime Strategy

    Most business owners miss the critical mid-year moment to get their financial bearings — but what if June was your personal football halftime? In this episode, Joey and Kenzie reveal why treating June as your business’s “halftime” is a game-changer. Just like athletes regroup to strategize and tighten their play, entrepreneurs who review five key metrics mid-year set themselves up to finish strong — or stage a comeback if behind. You'll discover the five essential numbers to pull: revenue against goals, gross profit margin, cash reserves covering eight weeks of expenses, accounts receivable aging, and owner’s compensation versus your target. These stats are your strategic signals, not verdicts, guiding specific adjustments to maximize profitability and cash flow. We break down how to interpret each metric, seeing beyond surface numbers to uncover hidden leaks and opportunities — from seasonality effects to scope creep — so you don’t operate in the dark. Whether you're feeling behind or ahead, understanding these benchmarks empowers you to make data-driven decisions now, rather than in crisis later. The stakes are real: ignoring your mid-year review can mean missed opportunities, cash crunches, or delayed growth. But if you treat June as your strategic timeout, you'll sidestep financial pitfalls and unlock your business’s potential through proactive adjustments. Perfect for business owners ready to turn mid-year into a moment of clarity and control, this episode will transform how you approach your second half. Tune in and learn how a simple, focused “halftime” mentality can alter your entire game plan — and set you up for victory.

  3. May 22

    Payroll Without the Panic

    The conversation covers the distinction between W-2 and 1099 classifications, the consequences of misclassification, the use of Venmo and other payment platforms, and the mistakes related to worker classification. It provides insights into compliance, tax implications, and the importance of using the right payment systems. The conversation delves into the critical importance of properly classifying employees and contractors, highlighting the consequences of misclassification and the associated costs. It emphasizes the significance of preventative measures and draws parallels with dental care. The discussion also covers compliance, IRS tools, and the proactive building of a legitimate business. Takeaways W-2 vs. 1099 classificationConsequences of misclassification Proper classification of employees and contractors is crucialPreventative measures are more cost-effective than corrective actions Chapters 00:00 Understanding W-2 vs. 109910:12 Venmo and Payment Platforms23:47 Worker Classification Mistakes30:03 Costs Associated with Misclassification36:07 Compliance and Contractor Relationship42:34 IRS Tools and Voluntary Correction48:25 Proactive Business Building

  4. Apr 27

    Your Books Are Lying to You

    The podcast discusses the aftermath of tax season, the impact of bad bookkeeping on business decisions, and the tax implications of inaccurate financials. It emphasizes the importance of bookkeepers having tax knowledge and the real cost of bad bookkeeping. The conversation delves into the critical impact of bad bookkeeping, emphasizing the need for checks and balances, the role of bookkeepers in business success, the significance of a balanced balance sheet, and determining good bookkeeping practices. Takeaways Surviving tax season is a feat for accountants and bookkeepers.Bad bookkeeping has significant implications for business decisions and tax preparation. Checks and balances are crucial in bookkeepingBookkeepers play a vital role in a business's success Chapters 00:00 Surviving Tax Season11:23 The Real Cost of Bad Bookkeeping20:04 Tax Implications of Bad Bookkeeping25:22 The Importance of Bookkeeper's Tax Knowledge39:25 The Importance of Checks and Balances in Bookkeeping48:31 Determining Good Bookkeeping Practices

  5. Feb 25

    Death By a Thousand Cuts: Hidden Expenses Killing Your Profits

    The conversation delves into the impact of hidden expenses on profitability, emphasizing the need for regular expense audits. It explores the 'thousand paper cuts' effect, the $500 mindset, the impact of rapid growth, the role of a CFO, analyzing marketing expenses, and diagnosing business expenses. The conversation delves into the critical aspects of business finance, focusing on expense management and pricing strategies. It emphasizes the need to identify and manage various business expenses, the impact of pricing on profitability, and the importance of reducing expenses to increase profit. Additionally, it highlights the significance of expense management strategies, including the identification of duplicate subscriptions, monitoring accounts receivable, and addressing creeping payroll percentages. Takeaways Hidden expenses impact profitabilityRegular expense audits are crucial Expense management is crucialPricing strategy is essential for profitability Chapters 00:00 Diagnosing Business Expenses25:04 Identifying Business Expenses33:27 Reducing Expenses and Increasing Profit48:32 Expense Management Strategies

  6. Feb 25

    Revenue is Loud, Profit is Quiet

    The podcast episode introduces new team members and delves into the significance of revenue versus profit, the impact of revenue on business growth, the emotional psychology of revenue and profit, and finding the balance between discipline and hustle in business. The conversation explores the challenges of growth and expenses, the importance of discipline in managing business numbers, and the need to understand the financial aspects of business operations. The conversation revolves around empowering business owners with their numbers and the importance of clean and accurate books. It explores the impact of understanding profitability and growth, as well as the significance of clean books in business operations. Takeaways Revenue vs. ProfitGrowth and ExpensesDiscipline in BusinessUnderstanding Business Numbers Empowering business owners with their numbersThe importance of clean and accurate books Chapters 00:00 Finding the Balance Between Discipline and Hustle37:29 Understanding Profitability and Growth

  7. 07/23/2025

    Laid Off to 6-Figure VA Agency in 18 Months with Team of 6 Women

    In this episode of The Profitability Podcast, we sit down with Kaelyn Marie, founder of KM VA Agency, the powerhouse mom who transformed getting laid off into building a six-figure virtual assistant agency in just 18 months. After launching her business with zero experience, she scaled a team of six women serving multiple six and seven-figure clients. Kaelyn shares the unfiltered truth about scaling a service-based business, including the mental load of paying a team, the pricing mistakes that nearly broke her business, and the difficult decision to fire misaligned clients. Plus, discover her biggest investment failure with a coach that cost thousands and the red flags every female entrepreneur should watch for. Kaelyn reveals her philosophy of small experiments, the authentic community building approach that works, and the single social media post that accidentally grew a 500-woman WhatsApp community. This episode delivers essential insights for small business owners ready to scale their service business and entrepreneurs seeking real talk about the challenges of rapid growth. Connect with Kaelyn Marie: Website: www.kaelynmarieva.com Agency: @kmvaagency Coaching: @thekaelynmarie

  8. 07/09/2025

    Wall Street to AI Startup, Investrio.io an AI Accounting Software for Solopreneurs

    In this episode of The Profitability Podcast , meet Joyce Medeiros, the Latina co-founder from Brazil, who is disrupting the accounting world with Investrio , an AI-powered fintech platform designed specifically for solopreneurs and small business owners. From trading at Goldman Sachs to to scaling Quantitative Brokers for a Deutsche Börse acquisition , , Joyce brings over a decade of Wall Street expertise to Main Street problems. While working full-time in finance, she built a financial coaching business supporting 100+ solopreneurs, which revealed a startling insight: if someone with Wall Street experience struggled with spreadsheets and cash flow management, what chance did everyone else have? Learn about the massive opportunity ahead as 42 million solopreneurs are expected to double by 2027, while the accounting industry faces a 75% workforce shortage. Joyce reveals her entrepreneurial philosophy of running small experiments, discusses the reality of being a female founder in tech (only 2% of capital goes to women), and explains why AI accounting tools are essential for business success. Plus, discover the "failed" debt-relief app that actually helped users eliminate over $1 million in debt. This episode is essential listening for solopreneurs ready to streamline their finances and entrepreneurs seeking inspiration to build in male-dominated industries. Follow The Profitability Podcast! Website: https://www.theprofitabilitypodcast.com/podcast Tiktok: @profitability.project Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheProfitabilityProjectLLC LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-profitability-project/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprofitabilityprojectllc/ Follow Joey Albertson LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-albertson/ Website: https://theprofitabilityproject.com/ Follow Joyce Mederios! LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joycemedeiros/ Website: https://www.investrio.io Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/investrio.io/ Mentions: https://www.quantitativebrokers.com https://www.deutsche-boerse.com/dbg-en/

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Ever wondered how successful women balance thriving businesses with vibrant personal lives? The Profitability Podcast has your answers. Join hosts Joey and Mackenzie as they shatter the stigma surrounding money talk and prove that financial savvy can be downright sexy. Dive into candid conversations with trailblazing female founders who juggle business and family. Join us twice per month for a captivating mix of business wisdom, actionable advice, and candid conversations that feel like a power lunch with your most inspiring friends. Get ready to redefine what it means to be a woman in business – because, with The Profitability Podcast, your potential for success is limitless.

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  • Creator
    Joey Albertson
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Joey Albertson
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    The Profitability Podcast