Built by Margin
Built by Margin is the podcast for founders who want both profits and peace. Hosted by Fractional CFO and Tax Strategist 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.
Built by Margin
Built for Profit: Laurie Chen’s Journey from Numbers to Impact
In this first-ever episode of Built By Margin, Laurie Chen, a Certified Public Accountant and the Founder of Advanced CFO, shares her journey from CPA to working with startup founders and small business owners, revealing how her passion for numbers and strategy has helped countless entrepreneurs achieve profitability and peace of mind.
Tune in to discover the inspiration behind the podcast's name and learn about the core focuses of financial strategy, profitability, tax planning, and sustainable growth.
TIMESTAMPS
[00:02:32] Sustainable, profitable growth strategies.
[00:04:20] Strategies for profitable business growth.
QUOTES
- “Being a business owner myself has taught me so much about the game of life and the game of business. I absolutely love what I do, working with numbers and working with people to grow startups and businesses to profitability.”
- "You don't have to be a financial expert in order to run a wildly profitable business. You just need the right strategies."
SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS
Laurie Chen
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauriechencpamba/
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/lauriechencpamba
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriechen/
WEBSITES
Built By Margin: https://www.builtbymargin.com/
Advanced CFO: https://www.advancedcfo.co/