LINKS TO KNOW 🎟️ 2025 Mental Health Marketing Conference Tickets: MHMarketing.org 🎟️ 2025 CMO Summit Tickets: MHMarketing.org SUMMARY In this conversation, Kristin Meador, CEO and founder of Gradient Accounting, discusses the intersection of mental health and entrepreneurship. She shares her journey from the corporate world to founding her own accounting firm, emphasizing the importance of work-life balance, the challenges faced by therapy practice owners, and strategies for combating burnout. Kristin also highlights the significance of financial literacy for entrepreneurs and the need for a supportive community. The discussion concludes with insights on personal growth, goal setting, and recommendations for books that inspire. TAKEAWAYS • The importance of finding freedom in work-life balance. • Burnout can stem from financial stress and workload. • Setting a life vision can help dictate daily actions. • Therapists often struggle with pricing and cash flow issues. • Financial literacy is crucial for entrepreneurs, especially therapists. • Taking breaks and recharging is essential for productivity. • Paying yourself first is a key financial strategy. • Living within your means is becoming a positive trend. • Regular goal setting can provide clarity and direction. • Therapy and meditation are valuable for mental health.  CHAPTERS 00:00 | Introduction to Mental Health and Entrepreneurship 06:33 | Finding Freedom in Work-Life Balance 12:17 | Gradient Accounting: A Lifestyle Business 20:10 | Challenges Faced by Therapy Practice Owners 23:46 | Understanding and Combating Burnout 26:42 | Financial Strategies for Entrepreneurs 33:20 | Setting Goals and Life Vision 38:37 | Personal Growth and Recommendations KEYWORDS mental health, entrepreneurship, work-life balance, burnout, financial strategies, therapy practices, lifestyle business, goal setting, personal growth, accounting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices