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Why Knowing Your Business Numbers Is So Fucking Important as September Rolls In
As September rolls in, there’s one thing I can’t stress enough: you need to know your f*cking business numbers. This isn’t just a bookkeeping mantra I chant to stay motivated. It’s a fundamental part of running a successful business.
Why You Should Talk to Your Service Provider if You Are Unhappy Before Jumping Ship
Let’s get real for a second: We have all had moments with a service provider where things just aren’t clicking. Maybe you’re not getting what you expected…
Riding the Waves: Navigating a Potential Recession as a Small Business Owner
As whispers of a potential recession make the rounds, it's easy to get caught up in the fear and uncertainty (trust me I GET IT). But let's get f*cking clear: this is not a time to panic. Rather, it is time we flip the script and use this as an
Let’s Get Real: My Honest Journey as a Business Owner
I want to be real with you. Despite the outward appearance, I’ve been struggling lately. I often hear words of affirmation from others that “I am killing it” or “so confident in my business.” But the truth is, I don’t have it all together. Sure, I put on a brave face and work hard to project confidence, but underneath the facade, I'm an anxious overthinker, constantly seeking approval. Even after a decade in business, I grapple with Imposter Syndrome, fearing failure at every turn, and have an ongoing mental battle against perfectionism, people-pleasing and pricing. In short, I do not have my shit together.
Success Redefined: How Serving Others Fuels Growth
There is a powerful quote from Jon Acuff that has been on my mind lately: “If you are too successful to serve others, you’re not really successful.” In today’s world, achieving goals, chasing your dreams, and climbing the corporate ladder is deemed the pinnacle of success.
However, I believe that true success goes beyond the individual and is found in the impact you have on the lives of others and the connections you build along the way.
How to Conquer the Financial Anxiety of Running a Business
Let’s face it, tax season is long and tough and can feel like a marathon, especially here in New England where the cold winter seems to drag on forever. But as we bid farewell to the chill and welcome the warmer days of spring, it's the perfect opportunity to give your business a much-needed refresh.
Don't Believe Everything You See: Decoding Social Media and Its Lack of Context
It seems like everywhere you look, everyone is living the #Dream or #HustleLife, especially when you are scrolling through social media.
Yeah about that…
Mindset Tips & Tools to Get You Through Tough Seasons
Let’s delve into the four essential ways to shift your mindset and equip you with the tools needed to face the challenges that life - and business - can throw your way.
8 Lessons I Have Learned After Being in Business for 13 Years
Can you believe it's been 13 years since I embarked on this wild bookkeeping adventure? Time flies when you're crunching numbers. Have I learned a thing or two along the way? You bet!
7 Unexpected Ways I Help My Clients Every New Year
If you've ever believed that bookkeeping solely revolves around numbers, well, it's time to think again. Here are 7 surprising ways I'm here to be your guiding light on our journey together.
The 8 Things I Do Every January (Resolutions Not Included)
Ah, January – the grand premiere of the year! It's that time brimming with rituals, reflections, and for us entrepreneurs, a moment to unwind with a healthy dose of self-reflection.
How to Create a Financial Goal (and meet it)
Ready to turn your business dreams into reality?
We're here to guide you through creating and achieving financial goals with practical advice that actually works. This guide goes beyond the cliché advice of 'give up your daily Starbucks' – because let's face it, that's not always the game-changer.
Gratitude Unleashed: Navigating the Business Journey with Thanks
November, a month that whispers the arrival of winter, also heralds the spirit of gratitude. In the world of business, where strategies, challenges, and triumphs often take center stage, embracing a thankful mindset can be a game-changer. As we embark on this season of gratitude, let's explore the profound impact of thankfulness in the realm of entrepreneurship.
My Favorite Mindset Quotes That You Should Share With Your Audience
In the exhilarating world of entrepreneurship, a powerful mindset is the secret ingredient to overcoming challenges, embracing growth, and achieving success. To fuel the fire within your audience, I've gathered some impactful mindset quotes from top influencers and thought leaders.
Are Limiting Beliefs Affecting Your Profit?
In the pursuit of business success, we often encounter roadblocks that hinder our ability to maximize profits. Surprisingly, many of these barriers stem from our own minds in the form of limiting beliefs.
These self-imposed limitations can hold us back, preventing us from reaching our true potential.
Get Ready to Fan-Girl Over My Favorite Business Coaches and Why You Absolutely Gotta Follow Them!
We're about to dive into a list of my absolute favorite business coaches who are straight-up rock stars in their own right. These badass coaches have not only conquered the business world but also bring their A-game when it comes to motivating and guiding others.
Keeping Up With Mental Health As A Business Owner
Listen up, business owners! Can we take a moment to acknowledge just how f*cking tough running a business can be? Seriously, it's like navigating a never-ending shitstorm of deadlines, decisions, and dilemmas. But here's the thing: amidst all the chaos and craziness, we need to remember that our mental health is as important.
Shaping a Prosperous Money Mindset: A Hypnotist's Perspective
In this guest post by Carla Chalah, a certified hypnotist, she explores the importance of a positive money mindset and its impact on financial decisions, including bookkeeping.
Shit to Let Go of That Will Actually Make a Difference in Your Business
As a small business owner, you know by now that starting, owning, and running the daily operations of your business comes with its challenges. Sometimes, your own mindset can create some of your difficulties! We’re only human, after all, and we can’t always see how we’re stifling our own growth until we’re neck deep in the quicksand. But fear not, hard-headed friends!
Common Mindsets That May Be Holding Your Business Back
Thoughts are very powerful – and they could be affecting your business! Your mindset is a self-fulfilling prophecy. When you believe something to be true, you inadvertently cause that belief to become fact because your actions will be dictated by the belief. And sometimes you may be subscribing to a mindset that may appear positive but may actually be stopping you from reaching your goals.
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