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Flying Solo

Flying Solo

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The show for those starting or running a one person business, hosted by Cec Busby. With over 100,000 members and stacks of resources, Flying Solo keeps you on track.© 2026 Private Media. All rights reserved. Unauthorised reproduction, distribution, or use of this podcast, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited. Careers Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Success
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  • From revenue to real wealth: Smart financial strategies for solopreneurs

    From revenue to real wealth: Smart financial strategies for solopreneurs
    Jun 11 2026
    Salena Kulkarni is a chartered accountant, property investor, and the founder of Freedom Warrior . In this episode of Flying Solo,Cec and Salena sit down to unpack one of the biggest blind spots for solopreneurs: building personal wealth outside their business. With over 25 years of experience helping entrepreneurs make smarter financial decisions, Salena shares essential insights into common money mistakes, why being good with money isn’t the same as building wealth, and practical strategies to stop working harder and start making your money work harder for you. Whether you’re struggling with cash flow, balancing personal and business finances, or just wondering how to set yourself up for long-term financial security, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you shift your money mindset and take control of your financial future. Key Topics 1. Common Money Mistakes for Solo Business Owners Focusing solely on revenue and profit, while neglecting broader measures of business health and personal wealth (Salena Kulkarni at 02:48) Reinvesting all spare capital back into the business without considering if it could work harder elsewhere (Salena Kulkarni at 03:07) Failing to separate business and personal finances, leading to lack of structure and vulnerability in cash flow disruptions (Salena Kulkarni at 03:54) 2. Importance of Mindset and Money Psychology Many business owners believe they’ll start building wealth “when the business is stable”—a threshold that often never arrives (Salena Kulkarni at 03:33) Money psychology (scarcity vs. abundance) drives financial behaviour and outcomes, often more than income level (Salena Kulkarni at 07:28) Developing financial literacy and actively working on shifting mindset is as crucial as managing mechanics and cash flow (Salena Kulkarni at 24:08; 25:52) 3. Creating and Managing a Money System Establishing a clear separation between business and personal finances and setting up money systems for both (Salena Kulkarni at 05:26; 23:30) Implementing disciplined cash flow management, including regular transfers to tax, profit, and savings accounts (Salena Kulkarni at 29:16) Paying oneself as an employee to avoid the feast-and-famine cycle and manage personal expenses consistently (Salena Kulkarni at 31:55) 4. Investing Beyond the Business for Long-Term Wealth Not relying on the business as a sole retirement plan; diversify investments to reduce exposure (Salena Kulkarni at 13:28) Learn about investment risk, identify 3–5 investment “pillars,” and avoid rushing into deals without understanding them (Salena Kulkarni at 18:31) Building assets outside of the business creates financial security and a “sleep at night” factor, regardless of business volatility (Salena Kulkarni at 06:19; 20:31) Time-stamped overview 00:00 Career transition to wealth building 05:44 Importance of cash flow management 09:39 Managing business finances and wealth 11:09 Managing cash flow and investor mindset 15:52 Analysing Business Finances 19:12 Planning Strategic Business Investments 23:17 Personal money systems and investing 26:46 Binary views on wealth and success 29:06 Setting up separate bank accounts 34:53 Financial planning and business survival 38:25 Learning from investment losses 41:31 Influence of The Millionaire Next Door 43:21 Closing and listener reminders Host : Cec Busby Guest: Salena Kulkarni Sound Abu Baker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • Redefining success: How to thrive without sacrificing your wellbeing

    Redefining success: How to thrive without sacrificing your wellbeing
    Jun 4 2026
    This week, we dive into the perils of hustle culture and ask: what happens when your drive for success starts to derail your health, energy, and happiness? Our guest is Andrew Horsfield—author of Better: Escape Average, Beat Burnout, and Own Your Life. Once a high-flying corporate achiever himself, Andrew hit burnout hard and was forced to radically rethink how we define success and pace ourselves in business. Today, Andrew helps professionals and business owners tackle the everyday stress, uncertainty, and self-doubt that can come with running your own operation—without sacrificing wellbeing along the way. In this episode, we get real about burnout, decision fatigue, and why we chase "finish lines" that always seem to move. We'll explore practical strategies to protect your energy, set boundaries, and rediscover a sense of freedom in your work. If you're grinding non-stop or feeling stuck despite looking successful on the outside, this conversation is for you. Key topics Burnout signs and when to change Normalising overwork culture Metaphorical finish lines and happiness metrics Optimising daily routines and travel prep Role transitions and mental boundaries Handling failure and self-awareness Separating identity from business success The importance of rest and recovery Managing inner critics and self-doubt Progress tracking and celebrating small wins Time-stamped overview 00:00 Introduction to Burnout and Success 01:16 Understanding Burnout: Personal Experiences 04:45 The Finish Line Mentality in Business 08:39 Optimising Work and Daily Routines 10:23 Transitioning Between Roles 12:46 Managing the Inner Critic 15:44 Dealing with Failure and Setbacks 20:21 Separating Identity from Business 23:41 The Importance of Rest 27:58 Embracing Boredom for Creativity 30:55 The Power of Saying No 34:00 High Performance and Pressure 37:05 Tracking Progress and Rewarding Yourself 40:20 Redefining Success Host: Cec Busby Sound: Abu Baker Guest: Andrew Horsfield. Find out more about Andrew /https://www.andrewhorsfield.com/ Buy his book https://www.andrewhorsfield.com/book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
  • The experiment mindset: Small tests, big business wins

    The experiment mindset: Small tests, big business wins
    May 28 2026
    In this episode, leadership coach Tamsin Simounds shares insights from her book 'The Experiment Mindset' on how to ditch perfection, take smarter risks, and make sustainable progress in personal and professional growth. Discover how to reframe your approach to goals, overcome imposter syndrome, and embrace a learning-focused mindset. Key topics The concept of the experiment mindset and its application in personal and business growth Overcoming imposter syndrome through evidence and identity mapping The importance of focusing on the process rather than just outcomes How to set meaningful horizons and test hypotheses in life and business Common mistakes in adopting the experiment mindset and how to avoid them Time-stamped overview 00:00 The Quest for Perfection in Business Planning 04:50O vercoming Imposter Syndrome 10:42 Rethinking Growth and Success 15:53 Understanding the Experiment Mindset 21:55 Implementing Small Experiments for Progress 23:32 Maximizing Profits Through Experimentation 26:45 Increasing Revenue and Exposure 28:36 Overcoming Fear of Failure 31:24 The Experiment Mindset vs. Goal Setting 34:28 Understanding Behavioral Systems 38:48 Interpreting Data Effectively 43:45 Conclusion and Key Takeaways Host: Cec Busby Sound :Abu Baker Guest: Tamsin Simounds. Find out more about Tamsin Buy a copy of The Experiment Mindset Connect with Tamsin on LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 mins
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