One of the most asked questions I receive is how to wrap your head around all of the bookkeeping stuff. It’s the most overwhelming and daunting task for most business owners and yet, it’s not indicative of how good (or bad) you are with money.

How do you keep yourself motivated with your business finances?

Aug 11th, 2020 21m 45s

Staying motivated as an entrepreneur and business owner can be hard, but staying motivated when it comes to your finances can be even more difficult. Today we are talking about how to stay on top of your business finances and stay motivated. D

How do you deal with collecting money from clients?

Aug 4th, 2020 21m 35s

As a business owner, one thing we all have to deal with is how to collect money from clients for our products and services. Today we are discussing how you to deal with collecting money from clients, otherwise known as collections or accounts r

How do you prepare for unexpected business costs?

Jul 28th, 2020 21m 29s

As a business owner you are bound to have unexpected expenses come up at some point, but are you ready for it? How do you prepare for unexpected business costs? These costs could be big or small and being prepared to take any kind of financial

Is QuickBooks Online better than Wave?

Jul 21st, 2020 21m 16s

When deciding what accounting software to use, it can be confusing and hard to compare one to another without diving in and actually using them. I have used several, and today we’re going to compare two I have used and have quite a bit of exper

How do I get back on track if I've been slacking on my bookkeeping?

Jul 14th, 2020 20m 52s

We are halfway through 2020 and in addition to being busy with COVID-19 and combating social injustices, some business owners are also realizing they are behind in their bookkeeping. I feel your pain because I’ve been there as well and it’s not

What Are the Top Five Things Business Owners Should Be Tracking and Understand Completely?

Jul 7th, 2020 30m 35s

As you’ve probably guessed, business owners should be tracking their finances- but what does that really mean?! One of the most asked questions I get is what business owners should be tracking and what to do with the information you’re tracking

What's the number one..?

Jun 30th, 2020 15m 6s

Today we are mixing things up a bit and not focusing on one topic, but the questions of what’s the number 1….I get a lot of questions that usually start with “what’s the number 1…?” because people want a straight answer on what my favorite thin

How To Raise Your Prices Without Losing Clients

Jun 23rd, 2020 21m 6s

As an entrepreneur, one of the trickiest aspects of business can be raising your rates, even if it’s very well deserved. Today we are not only talking about why raising your rates is acceptable, but how to do it with confidence, and without los

How do I save more in my business and when should I invest?

Jun 16th, 2020 27m 5s

Many would like to start saving more money in their business, but are unsure of where to begin. Today we are talking about knowing when is the best time to start saving, a couple super easy ways to get started, and how to ramp up the momentum w

How do I turn my side hustle into a full time business?

Jun 9th, 2020 21m 32s

Business strategy is one of my favorite topics to consult and coach on, so today’s question of “How do I turn my side hustle into a full-time business?” is one that excites me. My bookkeeping business started as a side job. A side job in additi

How do you overcome procrastination with your business finances?

May 26th, 2020 30m 15s

SHOW NOTES Today we’re tackling something that we all struggle with, procrastination. Sometimes we’re off to the races knocking things off of our list and other times it’s a certain topic or task that we put off again and again. We will disc

How do I pay quarterly taxes?

May 19th, 2020 21m 27s

We’ve talked about how to save for your taxes and how to do your taxes, so today I am sharing how you can pay your quarterly taxes. We are also diving into what to do if you are behind in your tax payments or owe money on back taxes. In additio

Why is my monthly P&L report different from what I have in the bank?

May 12th, 2020 21m 46s

We are following up to last week’s episode about your Profit & Loss Report by asking the question of why is your profit different from your bank balance each month? Which numbers are the ones you should be focusing on? Simply put, the answer is

What reports do I need to look at for my business?

May 5th, 2020 21m 36s

Regardless of whether you are a salon owner, a landscaper or an online business owner, there’s one report that you should run regularly to know your numbers. Knowing your numbers means knowing exactly how much money you’re making, spending, you

How do I make a financial emergency plan for my business?

Apr 28th, 2020 29m 22s

During an emergency financial crisis, or time of financial distress, how do we respond in our business with our business finances? When we’re overwhelmed, and having natural stress responses, it’s helpful to have some pre-planned decisions made

How much time should I spend on my business finances?

Apr 21st, 2020 21m 35s

The amount of time you spend on your business finances can vary, but if you utilize an automated bookkeeping system, then 30 minutes a week is a good expectation of time. There’s no one-size-fits-all amount of time estimate and your time spent

How do I build my business's credit?

Apr 14th, 2020 25m 23s

Every person has credit and a credit score, but how does that differ from a business’s credit and credit score? Building credit takes time, but it’s never too late to start building your business’s credit and learning best practices. Let’s buil

Small Business Loans and Grants for Pandemic Relief

Apr 7th, 2020 32m 19s

Things are rapidly changing due to the current pandemic, and so are the loan and grant options available to small businesses. There are two new loan options: the Paycheck Protection Program, and the Economic Injury Loan, as well as the option t

How do I make my business profitable?

Mar 31st, 2020 24m 55s

Let’s talk about the P word... Profit! That elusive thing we are all striving to increase in our businesses. I want to help you gain a better understanding of what profit is, how to make your business more profitable, and how to manage and redu

Small Business Tax Updates & COVID-19

Mar 24th, 2020 20m 46s

This time of year is usually crunch time for filing and paying taxes, however, a lot has changed in the past week with the Coronavirus pandemic. COVID-19 is affecting people in countless ways, especially financially. In order to alleviate part

When should I start outsourcing my bookkeeping?

Mar 17th, 2020 29m 20s

Did you know that I started my career as a bookkeeper? I’ve helped many businesses with their finances and today, I’m going to share that knowledge with you! I’m going to dive into what the role of a bookkeeper is, how to know if it’s time to o

How Do I Know What I Should Invest In?

Mar 10th, 2020 30m 56s

We are talking about investing money into your business and how to make wise and thoughtful decisions so your money, time, and energy can propel your business forward. I’m sharing four steps that will lead you in the right direction when it com

What is the best way to track my documents and receipts?

Mar 3rd, 2020 28m 35s

We are going back to our roots and talking about tracking your business finances. We’re discussing how you can ditch pen and paper and enter the digital world available for tracking expenses. I’m sharing what my favorite digital financial progr

How Much Do I Need To Save For Self-Employment Taxes?

Feb 25th, 2020 25m 7s

We are in the middle of tax season and being self-employed can be confusing and overwhelming. Today, we’re talking about how self-employed people are taxed, learning about income tax and self-employment tax, and discussing how much you should s