She Means Biz

Aly Garrett
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Introducing the She Means Biz podcast with Aly G and Lethal Lee.Bold moves, big wins, women leading the way.

Episodes

  1. 2D AGO

    Profit Isn’t Cash: The Numbers Every Founder Must Understand

    Strong sales but a weak bank balance? You’re not alone. Many founders feel like they’re winning on paper but losing in cash, and the reason usually comes down to not fully understanding the three core financial reports. In this episode, Aly G and Leethal Lee break down the profit & loss, balance sheet and cash flow in plain English so you can see what your numbers are really telling you. We unpack why profit doesn’t equal cash, the handful of P&L lines that actually drive results, and the hidden cash traps sitting on your balance sheet, from stock and debtors to loan repayments and drawings. You’ll also learn the simple formula that explains where your money actually goes: profit movement + balance sheet movement = cash movement. If you want to stop guessing and start making confident financial decisions in your business, this episode will change the way you look at your numbers. Not so keen on listening or need more info, check this out: ▶️ YouTube: How to Understand Your Numbers 📖 Blog: Mastering your numbers  + I've got profit but no cash  💥Bold moves. Big wins. Leading the way. SHE MEANS BIZ IS PROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY OUR SPONSOR Ignition | Spending days engaging clients? Chasing late payments? Dealing with scope creep? We get it. Ignition helps accounting and professional services businesses reclaim time, profitability and cash flow. Automate proposals, billing, payments and workflows in a single platform

    22 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Having It All… or Having What Matters?

    We’ve all heard the promise: you can have it all. But what happens when that empowering idea starts to feel more like a scoreboard you can never win? In this episode, Aly G and Leethal Lee we peel back the highlight reel and talk honestly about ambition, motherhood, mental load and the quiet trade-offs that rarely make it to social media. We share personal experiences of assumptions about career progression and parenting, the simple phrase that changed everything, ask us, don’t guess, and practical ways workplaces can support real life, including navigating Australia’s paid parental leave and making the return-to-work transition smoother. Because the real question isn’t whether you can have it all — it’s what you’re choosing, what you’re sacrificing, and whether that choice is truly yours. Tune in for a conversation about redefining success, setting boundaries that hold, and building a life that actually works for you. 💥Bold moves. Big wins. Leading the way. SHE MEANS BIZ IS PROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY OUR SPONSOR Ignition | Spending days engaging clients? Chasing late payments? Dealing with scope creep? We get it. Ignition helps accounting and professional services businesses reclaim time, profitability and cash flow. Automate proposals, billing, payments and workflows in a single platform

    23 min

  3. FEB 28

    From First Contractor To First Employee: Laws, Money, And Mindset

    Ready to stop doing everything yourself without breaking the business… or your brain? In this episode, Aly G and Leethal Lee work through the real leap from first contractor to first employee, drawing on our lived experiences, the wins, the wobbles, and the “why did we think this was a good idea?” moments. We unpack the mindset shift, the money maths, and the legal guardrails that keep you safe while you scale. We start with the work, not the headcount. Map your tasks. Price your time. Decide what to eliminate, automate and delegate before you add another human to payroll. Then we break down contractor versus employee through the lenses that matter, cost, control, continuity and compliance, plus the warning signs your arrangement is drifting into employee territory. From contracts and awards to STP, payday super and payroll software, we cover the dry stuff that saves you later, with a few honest truths about the emotional side of hiring and firing too. And yes we have a blog on this one .... here tis. If you’re standing at the edge of your first hire and want clarity, confidence and a little courage, this one’s for you. 💥Bold moves. Big wins. Leading the way. SHE MEANS BIZ IS PROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY OUR SPONSOR Ignition | Spending days engaging clients? Chasing late payments? Dealing with scope creep? We get it. Ignition helps accounting and professional services businesses reclaim time, profitability and cash flow. Automate proposals, billing, payments and workflows in a single platform

    24 min

  4. FEB 21

    Bookkeepers, Accountants, VAs, Coaches: Who Does What And When

    In this episode, Aly G and Leethal Lee lovingly dismantle the DIY delusion and spill the tea on who should actually be running what behind the scenes of your business. Because: ✨Your VA isn’t your bookkeeper.  ✨Your accountant might be a good candidate to be your biz coach. ✨ And you? You’re not meant to be all of them at once. We’re talking real financial foundations, what proper bookkeeping actually looks like, why clean numbers change everything, and how the right support team turns chaos into clarity. From payroll and reconciliations to advisory and accountability, this episode draws a very clear line between “helpful” and “high-risk.” If your current system is held together with vibes, crossed fingers and late-night spreadsheet spirals… this is your intervention. Press play if you’re ready to stop guessing, start leading with data, and build a business that can grow without you carrying every role on your back. And don’t stop at this episode, She Means Biz is your ongoing masterclass in building powerful, profitable businesses. Follow the show, leave a review, and share it with someone who’s trying to do it all. Because she means business. And so do you. 💥Bold moves. Big wins. Leading the way. And yes we also have a blog on this one ... here tis   SHE MEANS BIZ IS PROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY OUR SPONSOR Ignition | Spending days engaging clients? Chasing late payments? Dealing with scope creep? We get it. Ignition helps accounting and professional services businesses reclaim time, profitability and cash flow. Automate proposals, billing, payments and workflows in a single platform

    30 min

  5. FEB 15

    Building The Right Business Structure Without The Jargon

    Choosing a biz structure shouldn’t feel like spinning a wheel and hoping for the best. In this episode, Aly G and Leethal Lee break down the tea on sole trader vs company vs trust, minus the boring textbook vibes. We’re talking: ✨ The tax traps that catch first-time sole traders off guard (hello, double whammy tax shock 👀)  ✨ Why the ATO has been tightening the screws on payment plans and remitting general interest charges  ✨ How to avoid sliding into a totally preventable debt spiral  ✨ What “asset protection” actually means in real life  ✨ And how your structure impacts funding, privacy, and future growth Then we get real about company life. Yes, there’s the capped corporate tax rate and shiny “separate legal entity” perks… but there are also very real director duties that ASIC and the ATO absolutely enforce. And if you’re selling your own skills? We unpack the personal services income rules that can wipe out that dreamy “company tax advantage.” Trusts? Oh, we go there. Discretionary distributions. Capital gains tax concessions. Flexibility. Wealth-building power. And the ATO’s very clear position that cash needs to match the paperwork. We share the war stories, family law battles, unexpected losses, liquidations, shadow directorship drama, messy money flows, and the lessons that come with them. We break down:  ✔️ Why the modern “company + trust shareholder” stack is popular  ✔️ When that setup doesn’t make sense  ✔️ What you’re really signing when you become a director ✔️ How to balance tax savings against legal risk ✔️ And how to protect yourself from coercive decisions We wrap with a no-fluff setup checklist:  ABN or ACN?  Business name?  GST?  Separate bank accounts (non-negotiable)?  Smart software?  Insurance?  Record-keeping that actually scales? If you’ve been overthinking your structure or low-key avoiding it because it feels confusing, this one’s for you. Make sure to follow the show and join us with bold moves, big wins, women leading the way.  Here is a handy checklist that you may find useful SHE MEANS BIZ IS PROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY OUR SPONSOR Ignition | Spending days engaging clients? Chasing late payments? Dealing with scope creep? We get it. Ignition helps accounting and professional services businesses reclaim time, profitability and cash flow. Automate proposals, billing, payments and workflows in a single platform

    30 min

  6. FEB 11

    From Spark to Strategy: Starting Your Biz

    Every biz starts with a spark, that cheeky little idea that won’t let you sleep or shampoo in peace. In this episode, we dive into the thrilling (and sometimes terrifying) early days of turning your “what if” into a real-deal biz. Hosts Leethal Lee and Aly G unpack how to validate your idea, build confidence, and back yourself before the bank will. We talk biz plans (yes, really), branding blunders, and why being bold, brave, and agile isn’t just cute inspo, it’s essential. You’ll hear the juicy story of how All In Advisory came to be, why talking to literally anyone about your idea matters, and the tools and mindset you need to go from dreamer to doer. Whether you’re in the “is this a side hustle or nah?” phase or knee-deep in rebrands this one’s for you. 🎯 Takeaways: Why your biz plan is your North StarHow branding fear held them back, and what changedFree tools, pro tips & starting like you mean itThe power of consistently showing up💬 Mantra of the episode: Start how you want to continue. Be bold. Be brave. Be all in. SHE MEANS BIZ IS PROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY OUR SPONSOR Ignition | Spending days engaging clients? Chasing late payments? Dealing with scope creep? We get it. Ignition helps accounting and professional services businesses reclaim time, profitability and cash flow. Automate proposals, billing, payments and workflows in a single platform

    25 min
  7. Meet Aly G & Lethal Lee | All In from Day One

    FEB 6

    Meet Aly G & Lethal Lee | All In from Day One

    Welcome to the very first episode of She Means Biz, the podcast where bold moves meet big wins, hosted by your resident straight shooters: Aly G and Lethal Lee. We’re kicking things off with a peek behind the scenes, who we are, why we started this podcast, and what happens when two award-winning accountants decide they’re so done with boring biz talk and ready to build something that actually hits. Aly G is the go-to voice for biz owners who want real talk, not recycled advice. Lethal Lee? She’s the strategy sniper, always three steps ahead with systems and smarts. Together, we’re here to bring you a podcast that cuts through the noise, no jargon, no sugar-coating, just real talk for real biz owners. This episode is part origin story, part manifesto, and all heart. If you're building a biz and want insight with impact (plus a few laughs along the way), you're in exactly the right place. SHE MEANS BIZ IS PROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY OUR SPONSOR Ignition | Spending days engaging clients? Chasing late payments? Dealing with scope creep? We get it. Ignition helps accounting and professional services businesses reclaim time, profitability and cash flow. Automate proposals, billing, payments and workflows in a single platform

    23 min
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Introducing the She Means Biz podcast with Aly G and Lethal Lee.Bold moves, big wins, women leading the way.

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    Aly Garrett
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  • Episodes
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