I recently received an email with the subject line, "Why You Should Fire Your Bookkeeper," and while I usually don’t give these things much attention, this one really had me shaking my head.

Let’s get real for a minute—bookkeeping isn’t just some tedious task you can just throw together during tax season. If you’re still hanging onto outdated ideas about what bookkeeping is, you are likely holding your business back.

Let’s be real for a second—bookkeeping isn’t sexy. However, it is a necessity, and it can be a pain in the ass if you don’t know what you're doing. That’s why outsourcing your bookkeeping can be a game-changer. So, let’s talk about why you should stop banging your head against the wall trying to balance the books yourself, and how outsourcing that shit can save you time, stress, and money.

What should be on your year-end to-do list? Let’s break down the essential tasks to wrap up 2024 right and start the new year without that “Oh crap, I forgot something” feeling.

Many assume that if your personal finances are in order, your business will manage just fine. Spoiler alert: That’s bullshit. Your business needs its own emergency savings fund, and here’s why it’s f*cking crucial:

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.

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…

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

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.

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.