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Should I be doing my own bookkeeping and accounting? Is QuickBooks the best software for me to use in my business, or is there another accounting software I should be using? What’s the best way for me to process my payroll? How can I track my money and cash flow? How do I prepare for my business taxes? What do my financial statements really mean? How can I bring my business to the next level? How can I grow my business? What is the best way to create my business strategy? Should I start a si ...
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Let’s be honest. Relationships can feel exhausting sometimes. Whether it’s your spouse, your coworker, your boss, a longtime friend, or even that one client who always sends you “urgent” emails at 10:47 p.m. on a Sunday night. What’s really going on in those moments? Why do we find ourselves spinning, analyzing, and trying to “figure out” how to ma…
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Commingling funds in your business is a mistake many business owners make, whether it is intentional or unintentional. There are times when funds may be commingled accidentally and others when it is being done with no knowledge that it has even happened. In today’s podcast episode, I’m breaking down what commingling funds means in your business, st…
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Are you sitting there thinking, “Once I finally get that promotion... once I hit six figures... once I finish this certification... then I'll stop doubting myself?” If so, I want to offer something that might surprise you. That self-doubt, it doesn’t go away. Not at the next level, and not after the next milestone. In fact, the more successful you …
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Every business has a chart of accounts, whether they are using a computerized software system or simply recording their income and expenses manually. Even if you simply have a list of accounts you use periodically, this is actually your chart of accounts. You’ll use this chart of accounts every time you are doing the bookkeeping for your business. …
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Have you ever looked at someone and thought, “Wow, they’re just so confident. I wish I had that kind of energy.” Maybe it’s a colleague who walks into a room and owns it. Or someone who speaks up in meetings without second-guessing themselves. Or that person at a networking event who seems totally at ease talking to strangers while you’re off in th…
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Whether summer is a peak time for your business or if it tends to get a bit slower for you, if you’re like many business owners, you want to make sure you get to enjoy all that summer has to offer. Being proactive and purposeful with your time this summer will help to ensure you are able to not only reach the goals you want to accomplish for your b…
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If you’re listening to this episode right now, I already know something important about you. You’re someone who cares. You care about your business, your career, your clients, your deadlines, your team, your family, and maybe somewhere in the middle of all of that, you’re trying to care for yourself too. But let’s be honest… that last one? That “yo…
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Your accounts receivable balance is an important number to know throughout the course of your business. It will help you when you are projecting how much cash you’ll be receiving in the future, but if you don’t have an accurate accounts receivable number to begin with, you could run into issues with your projections. Your accounts receivable balanc…
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Do you ever have uncomfortable feelings when you are going about your day? When you feel discomfort, it can show up as a slight uncomfortable feeling, where you almost feel like it’s just running in the background of your life, and we often try to outrun it when it feels like this. It can also feel like a tightness in your chest when you’re about t…
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If you have a situation where you need to refund your customer the money they have paid you, you want to make sure that you are doing it correctly so that everything clears out in the customer’s account and they show the correct balance due if they have one, or that their account balance is zero if they no longer owe you any money. Refunding a cust…
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Are you protecting your peace, or avoiding discomfort? We all know that boundaries are healthy, right? They help protect our peace, preserve our energy, and define how we allow others to show up in our lives. But here’s something most people don’t talk about. Sometimes what we think is a boundary is actually us avoiding something. Or someone. Let m…
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Making sure that your customers’ balances are correct will not only ensure your financial statements are accurate, but you will have fewer inquiries from customers about their balances as well and less cleanup on your Accounts Receivable Aging Report down the road. Over the next few weeks, I am going to help you gain a deeper understanding of your …
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Every single one of us feels scared or nervous at some point in our lives, and for some of us, it’s probably more often than we’d like to admit. Think about when you felt nervous in the past. You know that fluttery feeling in your stomach, the racing heart, the sweaty palms, yes, that feeling. It usually shows up when you’re about to do something n…
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Now that the tax deadline is behind us, unless you filed an extension, it’s time for you to make sure that your books match your tax return. Most of my listeners on this podcast do their own bookkeeping for their business, and this is one of the steps that business owners are normally a little hesitant or unsure about how to handle. By being proact…
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Have you ever had a moment where you just knew what decision to make without being able to explain why? Maybe you didn’t have all the facts, or you didn’t talk it over with anyone, but deep down, you just knew. This is your intuition at work. Today, we’re going to talk about something that most people don’t spend much time thinking about, but it’s …
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Success doesn’t magically happen in business or even in your personal life. It takes work and lots of self-discipline to achieve your goals. Take a minute and think about the goals you’ve set in your business or personal life. Do you know what it is going to take to achieve them? Are you ready to be self-disciplined enough so that you can reach the…
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Are you ready to start living your life on purpose? If so, it’s time to stop saying I don’t have time and start living by what you truly want in your life. Your priorities. How often do you find yourself saying something like: “Ugh, I just don’t have time for that”? Whether it’s a workout, time with family, starting that dream side hustle, or even …
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You are setting goals in your business or your personal life; you know what is going to move the needle, but you still find yourself procrastinating. You are not focusing on the right tasks. You are looking for the motivation or drive, and once you get the motivation, then you’ll get started, but honestly, how long have you been waiting for this ri…
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Have you ever been in a situation where you felt completely uncertain about how things were going to turn out? Maybe you're in one right now. When you’re in a high-stress profession, uncertainty is something you deal with all the time. Whether it's the unpredictability of the economy or a difficult customer or client, we often find ourselves wishin…
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The April 15th deadline is closing in on us quickly. As a business owner, you have a lot of things you need to take care of, and filing your tax return is probably one of those things you put at the bottom of your list. I get it, I understand how hard it can be, and I’ve talked to many business owners who dread filing their tax returns. It is somet…
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Do you ever feel like you’re constantly putting other people’s needs before your own? Do you say "yes" when you really want to say "no"? Maybe you feel guilty for turning someone down or worry that speaking your truth might upset others. If so, you’re likely caught in the cycle of people-pleasing, a habit that, over time, can drain your energy, inc…
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Have you ever started something and fizzled out after a few days? I often hear about this when people are starting a diet or a new exercise program, but it isn’t only in our personal lives that we might find we are lacking in consistency. Creating habits so that you can remain consistent in whatever you are trying to accomplish will be the key to y…
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Do you ever feel guilty for resting? Like if you’re not constantly working, you’re somehow falling behind or being lazy? If you’re in a high-stress profession, I know how easy it is to push yourself to keep going, even when your body and mind are begging for a break. But I want you to know that rest isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity. And yet, so man…
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Have you ever wondered what success is and how you will know when you have reached it? Understanding what success means to you is the only way you will ever know when you have reached success in your business or your personal life. In today’s podcast episode, I will help you define what achieving success in your business and your personal life will…
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Have you ever had a stretch of time where you really felt productive? Like you were on top of everything, crossing things off your list, and making real progress? And then there are the other times when it feels like no matter how much you work, you’re still spinning your wheels. What does productivity really mean to you? Do you define it by how mu…
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A common question I receive from clients is how they should be recording their loans in QuickBooks. I often see clients set up their loans the wrong way. They will sometimes appear on a report where they shouldn’t be, which can throw off any tax planning the client is trying to do. I know clients are trying their best and working hard to keep up wi…
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Do you ever wonder if you are experiencing burnout? Burnout seems to be a topic that hits home for so many of us. I’m not talking about just feeling a little tired or having a stressful week. I’m talking about full-on, deep, emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion. You know, the kind of burnout that makes you question everything, from your caree…
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One of the most popular questions I receive throughout the year, and especially during tax season, is which receipts do I need to keep for my business, and the follow-up for this question is typically how I should keep these receipts. Both are great questions, and in today’s podcast episode, I go over which receipts you need to keep in your busines…
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Have you ever struggled with trying to do it all? You know what I’m talking about, right? That constant juggling act where you have all the balls in the air, saying “yes” to everything and everyone, feeling like you have to be everything to everybody. And at the end of the day, you’re exhausted, frustrated, maybe even resentful, wondering why you’r…
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As a solopreneur or business owner, you know how hard you work each and every day. When working day in and day out, you can easily fall into a regular grind and realize you aren’t as happy as you used to be. It’s essential to include things in your day that bring you joy so that you don’t develop burnout and so that you can continue to enjoy your b…
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How many times have you thought to yourself that it had to be all or nothing? Thinking like this can often hold you back from accomplishing what you want in your life. It can keep you from creating new beliefs about your future. Sure, all-or-nothing thinking makes it easy on us because there aren’t any grey areas, but it also leaves us thinking eve…
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Technology can help you move your business forward, but when you are already pressed for time, and your budget doesn’t allow for too many additional expenditures, you may not know where you should turn next. There are many options when you start to look into technology, but knowing what the top performers are can help you narrow down your search fo…
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Do you ever think about the endless opportunities you have available to you in your life? Not only do you need to be aware of these opportunities, but if it is truly something you want in your life, you need to make sure you are taking action on them. There is an abundance of opportunities in life. Ready to start being more aware of the opportuniti…
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Whether you are thinking about starting a new business or you currently have a business, you may be experiencing excuses and fears that are holding you back from moving forward. Starting a business or expanding your existing business can be scary. There are many risks that you, as a business owner, take on, but no matter where you are in your busin…
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We all know it is healthy to set boundaries in our lives, but have you ever wondered if you were truly setting a boundary or if you were using a boundary to avoid something in your life? There are times when we are feeling resentment or frustration in our lives and it’s important to understand the difference between if you are setting a healthy bou…
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As a business owner, you’ve more than likely heard about how important it is to review your financial statements. When most business owners think about their financial statements, they think about their income statement or their profit and loss report. It’s essential to keep an eye on this report, but what you may be missing is how critical it is t…
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Is your goal to create more happiness in your life? So many of us are on the search for happiness that we forget about so many of the other emotions that allow us to be the person we are. They allow us to grow and gain a different perspective on life. They allow us to expand and experience our feelings on a much deeper level. If you’ve been thinkin…
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When you are doing the bookkeeping for your business, or maybe you are doing bookkeeping for multiple clients, the one thing you don’t want to hold you back from moving forward is having a transaction that you are unsure about how to record. If you are like most people, you’ll let this one transaction derail you and keep you stuck, especially if yo…
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We live in a world with more distractions than ever before. We have our phones with us almost 24/7, and they alert us and pop up notifications all the time. You may have kids who are constantly asking you for something, or you might be looking at that long list of things to do that causes you to always think about what you are doing next in your li…
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Have you ever felt uncertain about something in your business or personal life? Self-doubt can creep up when you least expect it and can hold you back from achieving what you truly want in both your business and your personal life. Knowing what leads to self-doubt and how you can overcome it can significantly impact the actions you take in your bus…
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Have you ever noticed in your life that when you’ve reached a certain level of success, you are instantly striving for more? Have you ever found yourself being successful but then, for some reason, sabotaging everything you’ve worked for? Being satisfied with the abundance that you have can be a challenge for some. Are you ready to find out how you…
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When you have a business, you need to make sure that you have a clear direction, you are reaching your potential, you are focused on what is important, you are accountable, confident, and you have a winning mindset. If you are like most business owners, you want to fast-track your success and growth while avoiding mistakes. You want to reach for th…
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When you look at all the emotions or feelings that a person can have, it is amazing. You might be thinking there’s being happy or sad, but there are so many more that you may be feeling, and maybe you just haven’t been able to put a name to them. When you can dive a little deeper and look at all the emotions available to you, it can be interesting …
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Making the switch from an employee to an entrepreneur requires many changes, not only with your new responsibilities but your mindset as well. You’ll have lots of new thoughts and fears, but overall, employees who want to be entrepreneurs seek the advantages of providing products and services they are passionate about while reaping the benefits of …
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It's pretty normal to feel nervous when you are trying something new. These feelings often pop up when you put yourself in a situation where you don’t necessarily know what the outcome will be or how others will react. But what happens when you allow being nervous to hold you back from the things you really want to do? You know I always say you hav…
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With the start of the new year, do you feel discouraged when you look at your sales figures for the year? I understand how easily this can happen when you consistently think you are starting the year out with zero sales and you have a huge mountain to climb to get your sales to where you want them to be. In today’s podcast episode, I’m letting you …
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How have you been valuing your self-worth? How do you see yourself? Do you even really know what it means to have self-worth? It really boils down to how you perceive your own value. It’s like your internal compass. Are you ready to see how you can be good enough and worthy of love? Let’s dive in… I’m inviting you to sign up for the free private po…
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Choosing your word of the year…many people do this for themselves personally, and it works. It keeps them focused throughout the year, but choosing a word of the year for your business…does that even make sense? Oh ya, it is important. In today’s podcast episode, I’m going to walk you through how you can choose your business's word of the year and …
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Do you ever find yourself experiencing drama? It could be within your family or friends, or possibly you see it in how kids are behaving, but have you ever caught yourself in a dramatic situation? Do you ever find yourself thinking thoughts that create an unnecessary situation for yourself? If you’re like most people, your answer will be yes, and i…
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When you think about a side hustle, do you think about young entrepreneurs with lots of energy who are able to work eight hours at a day job and another eight hours on their side hustle? While this may be true, more side hustles are created by entrepreneurs between the ages of 45 and 65. Does this surprise you? More and more people entering their r…
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