Episode 47

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28th May 2025

Faith, Finances, and the Fear of Letting Go in Business with Cassidy Handle

In this episode of Creative Minds, Smart Money, I’m joined by the powerhouse that is Cassidy Handle—copywriter, mom, and woman of deep faith. We’re talking about that real moment when you realize you can’t do it all on your own…and what it takes to finally let go of the money stuff you’ve been clinging to out of fear.

 

We unpack how Cassidy went from being fired days after buying a house to building a self-sustaining business while raising her daughter solo. And yes, we go there—talking about money control, financial trauma, faith-based stewardship, and what it actually means to trust someone with your books.

 

In this episode, we cover:

✅ The fear behind letting someone else manage your finances

✅ Why delegation is spiritual (and strategic)

✅ How Cassidy built a thriving business with free resources and prayer

✅ What to do before leaving your 9–5 job

✅ How money mindset shifts when you go full-time

✅ Signs you’re undercharging—and how to fix it

✅ The power of proactive money habits vs. financial panic

✅ How to align your business growth with your faith

 

If you’ve ever felt scared to hand over your finances—or unsure what true financial trust even looks like—this episode will meet you right where you are.

 

🎧 Hit play now to hear how faith, numbers, and messy growth all collide in the best way.

 

Connect with Samantha:

Website: https://www.firestormfinance.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firestormfinance/

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@firestormfinance?hl=en

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samantha-e-8796b6176/

Newsletter: https://firestormfinance.myflodesk.com/ajmiv1kyt1

 

Connect with Cassidy:

Website: http://www.thecopywritingmama.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecopywritingmama/

Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thecopywritingmama

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassidyghandle/

 

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About the Podcast

Creative Minds, Smart Money: Finance & Business Tips for Creatives
Creative Minds, Smart Money is the go-to podcast for creative entrepreneurs who are ready to stop treating their finances like a side character in their business story. Hosted by Samantha Eck, bookkeeper and fractional CFO, this show breaks down the financial side of running a creative business into actionable steps that actually make sense.

Each week, we tackle everything from pricing strategies and cash flow management to making smart business decisions that keep your creative business thriving (yes, even during those slow months). You'll get real, practical advice on managing your money and growing your business while still having time and funds to enjoy what you love.

Beyond the numbers, we explore the full picture of creative business success - from marketing strategies to efficient systems - because building a sustainable business requires more than just good bookkeeping. And occasionally, I bring in industry experts to share their insights on taking your creative business to the next level.

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Samantha Eck

Samantha Eck is the powerhouse behind Firestorm Finance, where she transforms messy financials into crystal-clear roadmaps for success. With six years of corporate accounting under her belt, a formal education in numbers, and the street cred of running two creative businesses, she’s uniquely equipped to help fellow creatives decode the story their numbers are trying to tell. When Samantha’s not wrangling QuickBooks, you’ll find her dominating on Xbox or curled up with a page-turner, her husband by her side and her pup Vivi keeping watch. She knows that clarity in the books leads to big, dreamy business moves. Ready to see for yourself? Tune into her podcast, Creative Minds, Smart Money, where she makes money talk feel like catching up with a friend.