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How Much to Pay Yourself as a Business Owner

Laura Smith Episode 30

Laura dives into a listener's question about how to pay yourself as a business owner, as well as increasing that amount as the business grows. She discusses why she reinvested 100% of her profits in the early years to then eventually paying herself a salary and taking owner's draws. She also shares her own experiences and gives advice on separating business and personal finances, maintaining a conservative approach to reinvestment, and the gradual increase of her salary over the years. Tune in for an unfiltered, behind-the-scenes look at the financial decisions she’s made throughout her entrepreneurial journey! Plus, Laura touches on the book 'Profit First' and why she doesn't follow its advice to a tee.



Key Topics:

  • (02:00) Initial startup cost; reinvesting 100% of profits
  • (04:40) The first business investments made
  • (08:20) Transitioning to an S Corp and making salary decisions
  • (13:35) Laura’s decision to pay off her home mortgage
  • (16:10) Laura’s salary as a CEO; putting financial strategies in place
  • (18:10) Following the Profit First model for financial management
  • (26:40) The importance of paying yourself for your hard work



Listen to Episode 08: Top 5 Financial Mistakes Entrepreneurs Make


Listen to Episode 09: Business Finances 101: Money Topics Every Entrepreneur Should Understand



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