Built by Margin
Built by Margin is the podcast for founders who want both profits and peace. Hosted by Fractional CFO and CPA - Laurie Chen, CPA, MBA, this podcast delivers real talk on cash flow, clarity, and scaling with soul. Whether you're chasing Series A or just want to keep what you earn, you’ll walk away with actionable insights, investor-ready wisdom, and space to breathe. Margin isn’t optional - it’s the strategy.
Podcasting since 2025 • 24 episodes
Built by Margin
Latest Episodes
The Power of Mindset and Strategy: Scaling an E-Commerce Brand with Sean Travis
In episode 23 of Built By Margin, Laurie Chen interviews Sean Travis, a former firefighter-paramedic turned entrepreneur and founder of Ecom for Heroes, based in Hermosa Beach, California, as he discusses the challenges he faced, includi...
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Episode 23
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50:59
Building Trust and Community: The Secrets Behind Let Kelly's Success with Kelly Jedele
In episode 22 of Built By Margin, Laurie Chen interviews Kelly Jedele, the owner of a multi-million dollar residential cleaning company based in Austin, Texas, as she discusses her company's growth, her financial A-team, the importance o...
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Episode 22
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38:25
Unlock High-Performance in Business and Life with Fraser Bayley
In episode 21 of Built By Margin, Laurie Chen interviews Fraser Bayley, the founder of Elite Nutrition, as he shares his incredible journey from struggling with mental health issues to becoming a sought-after performance strategist...
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Episode 21
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55:14
Two Fractional CFOs Chat: How Purpose Drives Fractional CFOs with Jim Emerich
In episode 20 of Built By Margin, Laurie Chen interviews Jim Emerich, Founder of Backbone CFO, as he reflects on the invaluable lessons learned while helping others build their enterprises and emphasizes the importance of taking risks to...
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Episode 20
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35:09
Scaling Smarter: The Future of Accounting with Joe Dunaway
In episode 19 of Built By Margin, Laurie Chen interviews Joseph Dunaway, Founder of VICI Financial, as he discusses how technology and AI are transforming the accounting landscape, allowing for more personalized and efficient services.
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Episode 19
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42:38