CFO Unplugged

Crystal Haight

This podcast is from a trained bookkeeper, turned accountant, and then a financial coach. Crystal's experience led her to help business owners live the lifestyle that's been marketed, promoted, and all the sacrifices, but she saw a gap. In all her experiences, she wants to help in the best way she can, and that's by showing her clients how to create positive cash flow across everything the business does.

  1. 5d ago ·  Video

    Confessions of 3 Recovering People Pleasers | CFO Unplugged Ep. 13

    Saying yes when you mean no doesn't make you generous— it makes you exhausted. In this episode of CFO Unplugged, Crystal Haight is joined by returning guest Nathan Webster (fractional CMO) and first-time guest Nick Hazard, a residential and commercial contractor, for an unscripted roundtable on people-pleasing. All three admit they're recovering people-pleasers, and they trace it back to where it actually started: chaos and conflict growing up, constantly moving schools, getting picked on as a kid.  From there, the conversation covers why people pleasers over-explain and justify every "no," how boundaries get blurry with kids and with clients who only take and never give, and why perfectionism and "fake it till you make it" quietly wreck your growth. Crystal shares the property management story that taught her to trust her team rather than manage everyone, and Nick makes the case for collaboration over competition in an industry built on scarcity thinking. Midway through, they turn the question over to AI for its take on breaking the people-pleasing cycle and walk through six practical tips: 1) pause before answering 2) separate the request from the relationship 3) know the real cost of saying yes 4) practice small no's first 5) expect the guilt 6) get comfortable disappointing people. If you've ever said yes and regretted it before you even hung up the phone, this episode is for you. Connect with Crystal Haight & NW Book Pros: Website: https://nwbookpros.com/ Book Your Financial Reset: https://nwbookpros.com/service/financial-reset   Directed and Edited: Nathan A Webster, MBA https://ndubbrand.com/    Watch full YouTube video: https://youtu.be/CnwcJngVHpQ

  2. Aug 6 ·  Video

    The Crazy Intersection of Business, Entrepreneurship and Life | CFO Unplugged Ep. 12

    In Episode 12 of CFO Unplugged, Crystal Haight welcomes back ‪Nathan Webster--fractional CMO, longtime friend, and client--for his third trip to the studio guest chair. This time the conversation moves past the numbers into the bigger picture: what it actually takes to build a business, stay grounded as an entrepreneur, and keep life in balance while you're doing it. Crystal and Nathan get into the real cost of building a brand, the shift in workplace loyalty in an AI-driven world, learning skills on the fly instead of waiting for permission, and the mindset it takes to keep showing up as a business owner when it's hard.  It's an honest, wide-ranging conversation between two people who've done business together and aren't afraid to get personal about it. If you're building something of your own and need a reminder that entrepreneurship, business, and life aren't separate conversations, this episode is for you. Watch the full YouTube Video here.

  3. Jul 31 ·  Video

    Budget Travel That Doesn't Look Budget | CFO Unplugged Ep. 11

    Traveling well doesn't have to mean traveling expensive. In this episode, Dina joins Crystal to break down how she stays stylish and comfortable on trips without blowing her budget. We cover how to pack a versatile wardrobe that works for multiple occasions, ways to use credit card points to snag upgrades, membership platforms that unlock deep discounts on flights and hotels, and how to turn a boring layover into productive downtime. If you're planning your next trip and want to look put-together without overspending, this one's for you.

  4. Jul 30

    How to Network Without Being Salesy | CFO Unplugged Ep. 10

    Crystal sits down with George Castillo, a natural networker whose sales career was built on genuine relationships, not transactions. They cover what real networking looks like: skipping small talk, spotting a thriving group versus a stale one, leading with "how can I help you?" instead of collecting business cards, and a simple question technique to connect with anyone fast. If you get anxious walking into a room of strangers, this one's for you.

  5. Jul 16

    CFO Unplugged: Ep 9 - Nathan's Personal Financial Reset Aftermath

    In Episode 9 of CFO Unplugged, Crystal Haight sits down with Nathan Webster for an incredibly raw and vulnerable conversation about the aftermath of his intensive "financial reset." After spending a grueling eight hours exposing his entire financial life, Nathan shares the mix of embarrassment, overwhelm, and ultimate relief he experienced. Fast-forward seven months, Nathan shares how unlearning these behaviors helped him reclaim control of his financial future. If you have ever felt overwhelmed by debt, struggled to ask for help, or found yourself trapped in a cycle of "robbing Peter to pay Paul," this episode is a must-watch. Connect with Crystal Haight & NW Book Pros: Website: https://nwbookpros.com/ Book Your Financial Reset: https://nwbookpros.com/service/financial-reset/

  6. Jul 9

    CFO Unplugged Ep 8 - Financial Reset with Nathan (7 months later)

    Welcome back to CFO Unplugged! In this episode, Crystal Haight of NW Book Pros sits down with her marketing strategist, Nathan Webster, for an incredibly vulnerable conversation about what happens when life, business, and finances all hit a breaking point at the same time. Nathan opens up about growing up in a household where money was never discussed, to the financial realities of his time in the Marine Corps, to falling into the common business owner trap of writing off everything to avoid taxes, only to realize it hurt his long-term wealth and ability to buy a home. When unexpected life changes, personal loss, and business shifts collided, Nathan knew it was time to hit the brakes. Crystal walks us through what an intense, 8-hour "Financial Reset" actually looks like. It's painful, it's uncomfortable, and it requires total vulnerability—but facing the raw numbers is the only way to build a reliable path to positive cash flow.  If you are a Pacific Northwest business owner feeling overwhelmed by your numbers, remember: it is okay to ask for help, and you deserve a safe space to do it.  Connect with Crystal Haight & NW Book Pros: Website: https://nwbookpros.com/ Book Your Financial Reset: https://nwbookpros.com/service/financial-reset/

  7. Jul 7

    CFO Unplugged: Ep 7 - Great Coaches tell You What You're Doing Wrong

    Are you spending money on a coach but not getting results? The problem might not be your effort; it might be your coach. In this episode of CFO Unplugged, Crystal Haight sits down with finance expert Dena Kroshkin to talk about what separates a great financial coach from a mediocre one, and why the right coach will tell you what you need to hear, not what you want to hear. They cover why business owners resist good financial advice, how money is deeply emotional and personal, the hidden cost of waiting for interest rates to drop, and what it really means to have someone in your corner who knows your financial language. Ready to work with a financial coach who gives you real talk and real results? Click the link below to connect with us: https://nwbookpros.com/service/financial-reset/.

  8. Jun 25

    CFO Unplugged: Ep 6 - Stop Treating Retirement as an Option

    As a business owner, it's easy to get caught wearing 17 different hats and putting out daily fires while forgetting the ultimate goal: building a lifestyle that supports you now AND in the future. In this episode of CFO Unplugged, Crystal Haight sits down with financial strategist Dina Kroshkin to break down why you need to stop treating retirement as an "optional" afterthought. They dive deep into strategic wealth-building, the pitfalls of standard tax-deferred 401(k)s, and how business owners can legally leverage company benefits to build an entirely tax-free retirement bucket. Resource link: https://nwbookpros.com/exclusive-educational-seminar/ Connect with Crystal: Website: https://nwbookpros.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystal-haight-nwbp/

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This podcast is from a trained bookkeeper, turned accountant, and then a financial coach. Crystal's experience led her to help business owners live the lifestyle that's been marketed, promoted, and all the sacrifices, but she saw a gap. In all her experiences, she wants to help in the best way she can, and that's by showing her clients how to create positive cash flow across everything the business does.

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  • Creator
    Crystal Haight
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026
  • Show Website
    CFO Unplugged