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Episode 84: The Money System That Saved My Nervous System [Summer Shorts Series]

“You are not one of many. You are one of very, very few—and money is energy, and energy is my specialty.” —Caitlan Siegenthaler

Business finances don’t have to feel like a dumpster fire or a total mystery. In this episode of Return, energetic business strategist and former therapist Caitlan Siegenthaler shares the monthly money system that’s helped her stay grounded, well-resourced, and energetically in integrity while running a soul-led business.

Inspired by the Profit First method by Mike Michalowicz, this isn’t a lecture in spreadsheets it’s a clear, practical walkthrough of how to pay yourself, set aside for taxes, and invest in your business without feeling like you’re guessing or overgiving. If you’re ready for financial clarity without burnout? This one’s for you.

This episode is part of the Summer Shorts series—quick, potent solo episodes to help you return to yourself and build a business that actually feels like you.

✨ Missed the earlier episodes?
👉 Episode 1 in the Series— Meet Your High Achieving Parts (IFS)
👉 Episode 2 in the Series— Your Life Purpose & the Incarnation Cross in Human Design

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• A breakdown of the Profit First system—and how Caitlan simplifies it
• The 4 essential financial “buckets” every soulpreneur should use
• How to organize your accounts and monthly workflow with ease
• What it actually means to pay yourself first (and why it matters)
• Tips to keep you out of tax-time panic or overspending spirals

Key Takeaways:

• Structure is a gift to your nervous system—not a punishment.
• Profit isn’t the leftovers. It’s the plan.
• Financial organization gives you freedom to invest, rest, and lead.
• Paying yourself is a non-negotiable. Not an optional “one day.”

Chapters:
00:00 – Welcome back + Summer Shorts vibes
01:45 – Why no one teaches us about money (and how that’s a problem)
03:00 – The buckets: profit, owner pay, taxes, ops
06:30 – Sally’s Services: A business example you’ll remember
08:00 – Monthly breakdown with $1,000 revenue
10:30 – How Caitlan sets up her accounts + automates flow
13:15 – Making room for investments without sabotaging pay
15:30 – Your financial structure = your energetic capacity
18:45 – Next steps + business mentorship waitlist

Links & Resources:

• Profit First by Mike Michalowicz → mikemichalowicz.com/profit-first
• Book a 90 Minute Deep Dive for more clarity → www.caitlansiegenthaler.com/deep-dive
• Podcast cover photo credit: Kiara Opara Photography

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Produced by Caitlan Siegenthaler
Edited by Mike Sims of Echo Valley Audio

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