15 Sep 2026 04:00
S14 E5: You're Making Six Figures on Paper. So Why Is Your Bank Account Empty? with Emily Bowie
In this week's episode, I talk with Emily, a former Big Four audit manager who's now CFO of Thorne Advisors, the firm she co-leads with Andrea Mason. Together they help business owners get a clearer picture of their cash flow and a smarter approach to taxes. We get into why creative business owners can look profitable on their books but still feel broke, and unpack the cash leaks behind it, like underpricing and scope creep.
Guest Name: Emily Bowie
Guest Website: thorneadvisors.com
Guest Social: @thonreadvisors
Guest Podcast: Prosper and Get Paid
Freebie: 5 Cash Leaks & 5 Missed Tax Deductions
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