Balancing Acts (Audio)

In this episode of Balancing Acts, host Linda Hamilton explores the reality behind running a business and the importance of creating financial systems that truly support your life. Through a practical and insightful conversation with financial expert Ali (FICO Diva), the episode highlights one of the most common challenges entrepreneurs face: focusing on income while overlooking expenses, cash flow, credit management, and tax responsibilities. This imbalance often leads to stress, financial instability, and long-term setbacks.

In this episode of Balancing Acts, host Linda Hamilton explores what it truly means to rediscover purpose, clarity, and direction in your professional life. Whether you're navigating a career transition, building a business, or reevaluating your goals, this conversation offers practical insights on aligning your work with your deeper values. Linda shares real experiences from her journey advising business owners, highlighting the mindset shifts and strategic decisions that help leaders thrive—not just externally, but internally. Listeners will learn how to redefine success on their own terms, overcome periods of uncertainty, and build a sustainable path rooted in confidence and intention. Perfect for entrepreneurs, professionals, and anyone seeking more meaning in their career, this episode blends emotional wisdom with actionable guidance to help you stay grounded, motivated, and prepared for what’s next.

In this inspiring episode of Balancing Act, host Linda Hamilton sits down with Jose Pereira, founder of Angels Helping in Earth, to share his remarkable journey from captivity to compassion. Held hostage for five years in Venezuela, Jose found strength and purpose through faith, envisioning a life dedicated to helping others even amidst unimaginable hardship. Listeners will learn how Jose transformed his traumatic experience into a mission that supports immigrants and trauma survivors in rebuilding their lives with dignity, resilience, and hope. Beyond his nonprofit work, Jose also coaches business leaders, helping them find clarity and purpose in their own journeys.

In this episode of Balancing Acts (aired September 23, 2025), Linda Hamilton speaks with Kim Diamond, founder of K Diamond Consulting, about how companies can transform their hiring processes into a strategic tool for growth. Discover how to build trust between employers and candidates, set clear expectations, and avoid common talent management mistakes. Learn the difference between tactical hiring and strategic workforce planning, and why even small and medium-sized businesses should anticipate their staffing needs to ensure expansion and sustainability. If you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or HR leader, this episode will teach you how to strengthen your organizational culture, create trustworthy teams, and future-proof your company.

In this powerful episode of Balancing Acts, host Linda Hamilton, CPA, explores the growing challenge of burnout in leadership and business—and what it really costs organizations when performance comes before wellbeing. Joined by expert guests, Linda breaks down practical ways leaders can recognize early warning signs of exhaustion, build healthier work cultures, and balance productivity with purpose. The conversation dives into emotional resilience, stress management, and creating boundaries that protect both personal energy and professional success. Whether you’re managing a team, running a business, or simply striving to find balance in your daily life, this episode offers actionable insights to help you sustain your focus, protect your health, and lead with clarity.

On this episode of Balancing Acts, host Linda Hamilton talks with Bob Nienaber, co-founder of Benefit RFP, about how executive benefits have evolved and why even small companies can use them to recruit, retain, and reward top talent—while strengthening long-term profitability.

On this episode of Balancing Acts, host Linda Hamilton talks with Kimberly Dymond of K Diamond Consulting about how hiring isn’t just about filling seats—it’s about building the right team. Discover strategies to align recruitment with business growth, avoid costly turnover, and create a culture that attracts and retains top talent in today’s evolving workplace.

In this episode of Balancing Acts, Linda Hamilton talks with Andrew McCain about turning a pandemic layoff into the opportunity to start McCain Power Systems. Hear how he navigated early challenges, built a strategy for growth, and learned to delegate key tasks to scale his business. A story of resilience, vision, and entrepreneurial leadership.

Linda Hamilton, CPA, and Tomika Jones of Flawless Life Coaching share how to crush self-limiting beliefs, price with confidence, and lead with purpose to grow a resilient, profitable business.

Discover Ten B’s journey from South Africa to the U.S. as a CPA. Learn her tips on navigating taxes, finance and building a career in a new country.

Claire Marshall shares why she left a thriving global firm to help high achievers find real success beyond stress and burnout.

Discover how estate planning becomes a heartfelt legacy with Chris Nudo, founder of Ntegrity Law—where strategy meets compassion.

From remote equity to DISC-based leadership—Erika Butler shares how flexible cultures boost retention, morale, and growth. Smart HR tips from Balancing Acts with Linda Hamilton on Now Media.

Dara Forleo, CPA Joseph Reyes and M&A expert Cliff Spolander reveal how to grow with referrals, save with tax planning, and sell with heart. Tune in to Balancing Acts with Linda Hamilton!

Get expert tips on bookkeeping, quarterly taxes, pricing, and protecting your business with trusts and insurance. Stay organized, reduce stress, and grow smarter.

Discover how to craft compelling stories, manage grants, avoid tax traps, and budget smarter with expert tips and a free one-page nonprofit business plan template.

Roz Alford shares how she scaled to $150M, navigated a tough partnership, and planned her exit—plus advice on equity, debt-free sales, and the emotional side of letting go.

Discover how to simplify offers, leverage AI, and build resilience to grow your business with clarity, confidence, and profit—even in uncertain times.

Learn how 2025 IRS changes, emoji audits and 1099-K rules affect your biz. Smart tax strategies to boost profits and protect against audits.

Learn how to grow visibility, lead with authenticity, and stand out on LinkedIn. Expert tips to boost confidence, connection, and referrals in business or career.

Maximize your 2025 tax savings with strategies on travel deductions, retirement planning, and audit-proofing your business finances. Essential advice from CPAs Linda Hamilton and Alana McNichol.

Discover expert insights on scaling your business, boosting profits, and breaking 7-figure barriers. Learn leadership, finance and strategy tips with Linda Hamilton!

Discover how an executive virtual assistant can help CEOs scale, delegate, and maximize efficiency. Learn key strategies to regain time, reduce stress, and grow profitably!

Linda Hamilton & Felipe Wittig Sanchez reveal key tax strategies, cash flow tips & bookkeeping insights to scale your business.

Linda Hamilton & Kendra McDowell share strategies to balance business growth, family life & financial stability

Linda Hamilton & Nellie Akel break down key year-end business compliance—BOI filings, S Corps, LLCs & tax strategies. Stay compliant & avoid penalties!

Unlock business growth & profitability with Linda Hamilton & Alana McNichol! Learn key financial strategies to scale smartly.

Learn how to harness your inner CEO, prevent burnout, and build a thriving business with Becca Powers. Discover expert tips on balance, resilience, and success. Watch now on Balancing Acts!

Discover expert year-end tax tips with CPAs Linda Hamilton and Alana McNichol! Learn tax-saving strategies, deductions, and IRS compliance tips to maximize savings.

Struggling to stand out in B2B? Learn expert differentiation and positioning strategies from Chala Dincoy and CPA Linda Hamilton to attract corporate buyers and boost sales!

Discover how mental fitness and positive intelligence can boost leadership, reduce stress and drive success. Expert insights from Anne Elliott and Linda Hamilton!