Financial Foundations for Smart Team Growth: Essential Money Moves for Scaling with Lisa Turner

In this essential episode of Big Dreams Great Teams, I’m interviewing Lisa Turner, founder of Accounted For You, a specialised Zero-only bookkeeping practice helping female-led businesses understand their numbers with clarity and confidence. With 20 years of experience in finance and accounting and 8 years running her own business, Lisa is passionate about making numbers feel simple. In this super practical and easy to digest episode,  Lisa reveals why many business owners feel overwhelmed by their finances and how this leads to avoidance behaviours that can seriously impact your growth potential. She shares practical tips for moving from financial anxiety to confident decision-making, particularly when growing your team.What You'll Learn:Why understanding your numbers is critical before making hiring decisionsThe common financial mistakes that may be sabotaging your business growthHow to determine if you're financially ready to hire your next team memberPractical systems to manage cashflow and prevent tax-time surprisesEssential financial reports every business owner should regularly reviewThe crucial difference between revenue, profit, and cashflowWhy the "bank balance method" of decision-making is a dangerous trapResources Mentioned:Lisa's upcoming Learning Hub - covering financial basics for business ownersProfit First methodology - a framework for managing business financesConnect with Lisa Turner:Website: accountedforyou.com.auInstagram: @accountedforyouLisa’s Podcast - Your BookKeeping Matters https://accountedforyou.com.au/your-bookkeeping-matters-podcast/Podcast: "Your Bookkeeping Matters"Freebie: Xero Money Saver GuideConnect with Paula Maidens:Website: paulamaidens.comInstagram: @paulamaidensconsultingFacebook: Paula Maidens - Building Awesome TeamsLinkedIn: Paula MaidensBook a Dream Team Discovery Call