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Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardNicola Hopewell: From Fitness Enthusiast to Flyweight ChampionSend a textIn this episode of the Big Hype Podcast, host Jonathan Millard sits down with the reigning Flyweight Champion, Nicola Hopewell. Nicola's story is one of incredible transformation—starting as a fitness enthusiast who just wanted to get in shape, she evolved into a dominant force in professional women's boxing.We dive deep into her transition from the amateur ranks to the professional scene, the mental grit required to bounce back from losses, and the emotional journey of capturing the Commonwealth and IBO titles. Whether you are an aspiring athlete or a fan of...
2026-01-2844 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business064 - Bookkeeper vs CPA: How Both Work Together to Save Business Owners Time & MoneyUnderstanding the roles of a bookkeeper and a CPA is crucial for business owners and it's super common to get it mixed up so let me make this easy for you! A bookkeeper's role is day-to day financial tracking, categorizing transactions, reconciling accounts, and preparing financial reports. A CPA's role is tax preparation, financial analysis, compliance, and strategy. There will be times when the responsiblities of your bookkeeper and your CPA overlap. This is why it's so important to have an organized bookkeeping system so that your CPA has clean numbers to work f...
2025-04-0811 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardSean Arkwright: The Road to the WBC Grand Prix - From Liverpool to SaudiSend a textIn this episode of the Big Hype Podcast, host Jonathan Millard interviews Liverpool boxer Sean Arkwright. They discuss Sean's journey into boxing, his transition from amateur to professional, and his recent return to the ring after a hiatus. Sean shares his excitement about being accepted into the WBC Grand Prix in Saudi Arabia, his aspirations for the future, and his desire to remain involved in boxing through coaching after his fighting career. The conversation also touches on the challenges and opportunities in the boxing world, as well as Sean's personal experiences and insights.
2025-04-0824 min
Macho PodEpisode 3: Gamergate, Part 1On today’s episode of Macho Pod, we examine one of the worst things that has ever happened on or to the internet. Big shouts out to Yannick, who was a firsthand witness to the ravages of Gamergate and did the lion’s share of the prep work for this episode. Macho Pod is hosted by Yannick LeJacq, Drew Millard, and Yuri Rybak. Yuri also produced the episode and composed our theme music. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visi...
2025-04-021h 28
Macho PodEpisode 2: Den of ThievesDen of Thieves is a movie-length cover of Michael Mann’s Heat, except it takes place in a fantasy version of Los Angeles where bank robberies occur every 15 seconds and mobile banking apps do not exist. Pablo Schreiber and 50 Cent play the guys who seem to do all of them? And Ice Cube’s son plays a nerd who’s helping them but is also being bullied by Gerard Butler, who plays a cop WHO DOES SHIT BY HIS OWN RULES. Anyways this is a “movie for guys” so we had fun talking about what that means. Macho Pod...
2025-04-021h 21
Macho PodEpisode 1: Theo VonThis is the first episode of Macho Pod. It’s about Theo Von and why “adult baby” is both an effective interviewer persona and potentially a sign of deep psychological damage.Macho Pod is hosted by Yannick LeJacq, Drew Millard, and Yuri Rybak. Yuri also produces Macho Pod and made the theme song. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit machopod.substack.com
2025-04-021h 10
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardOli Rickson: From Army to Boxing and Mental HealthSend a textIn this episode of the Big Hype Podcast, host Jonathan Millard interviews Oli Rickson, a boxer with a unique background in the army. Oli shares his journey into boxing, starting as a teenager and how it served as a form of anger management. He discusses his time in the army, including his deployment to Afghanistan, and how boxing has played a crucial role in his mental health. Oli reflects on his return to boxing through charity fights and his aspirations to reclaim championship titles. The conversation also touches on the importance of routine and...
2025-04-0129 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business063 - Taking the Emotion Out of Business Finances: A Chat with Annie RohdeToday I'm bringing you an interview with my client Annie Rohde that will help you shift the way you feel about the finances in your business. Annie is a Biblical Sales Strategist which means that she helps ground her clients' money mindset in sprititual fundamentals. Listen in to hear this fresh applied to pricing your offer, hiring a team, and saving for big goals. If you look at your business like a math game it takes a lot of pressure off. Connect with Annie Rohde on Instagram @annie.rohde https://www.ins...
2025-03-2522 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardJustin Street: From Boxing to Bare Knuckle - The Underdog Mentality in Combat Sports [1.30]Send a textIn this episode of the Big Hype podcast, host Jonathan Millard interviews Justin Street, a professional fighter with a rich background in boxing and MMA. Justin shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a successful fighter in bare-knuckle boxing. He discusses the transition from boxing to MMA and then to BKFC, emphasizing the importance of training, preparation, and the support of his management team. Justin expresses his confidence in upcoming fights and his desire to make a name for himself in the sport while also looking forward to coaching his son in...
2025-03-2526 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business062 - Planning, Panic & Pushing Through_ What Birth Can Teach You About Business FinancesMy youngest of four children is about to turn one, which is very exciting, and I don't know about you, but everytime one of kids has a birthday it makes me reflect on their birth and the story of delivering them. As I reflect on all 4 of these birth stories, it really makes me think of the different ways I prepared and the range of outcomes I experienced. Today I want to briefly share these 4 different approaches to you and related them to how we think about the finances in our business. From winging it, to dealing w...
2025-03-1812 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardEthan Brown: From Football to the Ring, Resilience in Boxing & LifeSend a textIn this episode, Jonathan Millard interviews Ethan Brown, a professional boxer from Liverpool. They discuss Ethan's journey from playing football to boxing, his experiences in amateur and professional fights, the challenges he faced, including injuries, and his aspirations for the future in the boxing world. Ethan shares insights on the differences between amateur and professional boxing, the mental resilience required in the sport, and his determination to succeed despite setbacks. In this engaging conversation, Ethan discusses his recovery journey, the pressures of performing in front of his family, and his aspirations for boxing titles...
2025-03-1830 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business061 - Stay in Integrity: Lead Your Team Authentically & Effectively with Jillian DolberryJillian Dolberry is an Ops Consultant and Team Strategist for women entrepreneurs and host of The Grace-Filled CEO Podcast. In addition to devoting her heart and time to her family, she helps busy women honor their values and find consistent grace while trying to leave every business better than she found it. Jillian has become a master of setting up boundaries, streamlined systems, Increasing profit from the inside out, and navigating hard conversations with her "honor everyone in the room" approach. Today she's here to talk with us about the difference between an OBM, a VA, an...
2025-03-1139 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardMitu: Breaking Barriers - Mitu's Boxing JourneySend a textIn this episode of the Big Hype Podcast, Jonathan Millard interviews Mitu, a boxer with dwarfism who shares his inspiring journey into the sport. Mitu discusses how he got involved in boxing, the challenges he faced due to his height, and the importance of mentorship in his training. He also talks about balancing his job as an assistant manager in a care home with his boxing career, his aspirations for the future, and his desire to help others with disabilities. The conversation highlights resilience, personal growth, and the impact of social media on Mitu's...
2025-03-1118 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business060 The Easy Way to Price Your Services and Reach Your Sales GoalsYou have your sales goal now let's figure out how we are going to meet that goal. I want you to look at the packages that you offer in your business. Even if you are just working with the average prices of your low, medium and high offers, whether they be packages, products or services. Then start to play around and calculate how many of these would you need to sell in order to meet your sales goal? Step back & ask: R: Is this realistic? Would you be able to make th...
2025-03-0409 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardJack Dillingham: Inside the Ring - Amateur to ProfessionalSend a textIn this episode, Jonathan Millard interviews Jack Dillingham, a rising star in the boxing world. Jack shares his journey from a young boy influenced by his boxing family to becoming a professional boxer. He discusses the challenges he faced transitioning from amateur to professional boxing, the importance of training and mindset, and his experiences in recent fights. Jack emphasizes the role of his father in his boxing career and the support he receives from his family. The conversation highlights Jack's future aspirations and determination to succeed in the sport. In this engaging conversation, Jack...
2025-03-0437 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business059 Avoid This Costly Mistake When Setting Your Sales GoalsToday we're continuing our series on business expenses. Be sure to go back and listen to Ep 57 to calculate your expenses and and Ep 58 to calculate your wish list first so you can keep analyzing your business finances right along with me. Today we are covering the best way to align your pricing and your sales goal. I'll be going over how to plan for and cover the taxes you'll need to pay, your expenses, and your investments before you finally get to pay yourself. This is how you get to your true sales goal
2025-02-2509 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business058 Your Business Wish List: Dream Big & Spend SmartHave you ever felt like you want to invest in your business but aren't sure where the money will come from? Today I'm teaching you how to prioritize and qualify your wish list, align it with your sales goals and make sure your investments don't mess with your take-home pay. We love lists and organization, but we don't always feel warm and fuzzy around the idea of a budget. So, from now on we'll refer to our budget as our "business wish list." Think of everything you'd love to invest in: ne...
2025-02-1815 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business057 How Much Does Your Business REALLY Cost? (And Why You Need to Know!)Do your business costs feel as sneaky as your toddler? It's easy to feel like you're just reacting to things that come up but knowing your true business costs is essential for smart financial decisions. Understanding your costs is key. The impacts of not knowing your expenses are stress, cash flow issues and pricing problems. Understanding costs helps you set realistic goals, avoid suprise expenses and feel confient about your financial decisions. What to Track: Step 1: List out all your monthly expenses (Examples: software subscriptions, website hosting, marketing tools, office rent, internet, insurance, pay...
2025-02-1109 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan Millard"Your Highness" Michael King: Chicken shop to Boxing Champion [1.25]Send a textIn this episode of the Big Hype Podcast, Jonathan Millard interviews Michael King, a professional boxer who shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings to the boxing ring. Michael discusses how he got into boxing, the challenges he faced, including homelessness and financial struggles, and his determination to succeed. He reflects on his experiences as a journeyman, the importance of training, and the unique character he has developed in the sport. Michael also shares his future aspirations, including financial goals and life after boxing, while providing insights into his boxing style and preferences.
2025-02-1132 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardAngelo Dragone: Boxing Legacy: Family, Challenges, and TriumphsSend a textIn this episode of the Big Hype Podcast, host Jonathan Millard interviews professional boxer Angelo Dragone. They discuss Angelo's journey into boxing, influenced by family and personal challenges. The conversation covers his transition from amateur to professional boxing, coaching philosophy, experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, and upcoming fights. Angelo reflects on controversial matches, aspirations for future titles, and the importance of community support in his boxing career.We had a technical issue with the sound on this recording and we apologise, this was beyond our control and after several attempts to clean...
2025-02-0734 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business056 What I'm Spending Money on in Q1 & How to Feel Good About ItNew year, new you! (Even for your business.) I've recently been inspired by Mara Kucerik and her transparency about her business spending. Today I'm sharing with you my really intentional spending plan for Q1, how I chose the ways I want to spend on my business, and how I saved for them. I love to get all of my thoughts down on paper. I make a list of everything I want to buy and I research the average cost. Here are the ways I'm investing in my business in 4 ways in Q1: A new t...
2025-02-0413 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business055 Is QuickBooks the Right Choice for Your Nonprofit?Nonprofits receive income through grants and donations as opposed to sales, so and these need to be tracked different. Nonprofits have to maintain exceptionally accurate records to answer to their donors and maybe even their board of directors. Donors sometimes specify how they want their donation to be used. This is called a restricted donation. So good systems are even more important here on the nonprofit side of things. QuickBooks is still the tool I'd recommend for your bookkeeping, but you'll also need to use a donor management system. Listen to...
2025-01-2812 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardJoe Hughes: From Charity Fights to Professional BoxingSend a textIn this episode, Jonathan Millard interviews professional boxer Joe Hughes, who shares his journey from a troubled youth to a successful boxing career. Joe discusses his early experiences with boxing, the transition to professional fighting, and the challenges he faced along the way, including weight management and mental resilience. He reflects on his fights, the importance of training, and the lessons learned from setbacks in his career. In this engaging conversation, Joe Hughes discusses the challenges of weight-cutting in boxing, his desire for competitive fights, and his experiences in iconic venues. He shares insights...
2025-01-2843 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business054 Ditch the Spreadsheet Save Time with a Smarter Bookkeeping ToolEver feel like bookkeeping takes up way too much of your time? Today, I'm sharing my favorite QuickBooks features that do the heavy lifting for you! We'll cover automations, shortcuts, and underused features that can make your bookkeeping faster and easier. DIY bookkeeping may be totally manageable in the early days of your business, but it becomes more and more important to streamline your finances so you can save time, categorize expenses consistently and reduce errors. That's the beauty of these QuickBooks automations that I'm going to tell you about today, plus, you get the added bonus...
2025-01-2110 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardKieren Keen: Path to Professional BoxingSend a textIn this episode, Jonathan Millard interviews Kieren Keen, a rising star in the boxing world. Kieran shares his journey from a young boy who discovered boxing at age 12 to his recent transition into professional boxing. He discusses the importance of guidance from his father, the challenges faced in amateur boxing, and the significance of his debut fight at the iconic York Hall. Kieren emphasizes the value of experience over an undefeated record and reflects on the lessons learned throughout his boxing career. In this engaging conversation, Kieren Keen reflects on his debut fight, emphasizing...
2025-01-2128 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business053 Year-End Bookkeeping Checklist: What to Review Before Moving ForwardA year-end review is crucial for staying on top of your bookkeeping and preparing for tax season. Today I'm giving you actionable tips to wrap up the year confidently. Here's what I'm covering: How to deduct mileage to save money on taxes. Apps like MileIQ or QuickBooks mileage tracker can help. What kinds of receipts and documentation you need to gather and how to categorize and organize them. How to reimburse yourself for out-of-pocket business expenses. Double checking all of your tax deadlines. Conducting a financial review...
2025-01-1412 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardAli Reza Cordi: Overcoming Obstacles and Chasing GreatnessSend a textIn this episode, Jonathan Millard interviews Ali Reza Cordi, a rising star in the boxing world. They discuss Ali's journey from being an obese child to becoming a competitive boxer, his experiences in the ring, including sparring with legends like David Haye and George Groves, and his recent professional debut. Ali shares insights about the challenges he faced, including injuries and the impact of COVID-19 on his career. The conversation also touches on the business side of boxing, particularly regarding personalities like Jake Paul. In this engaging conversation, Jonathan Millard interviews professional boxer Ali...
2025-01-1433 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardTobie Vermiere: From Overweight to future Champion - his Boxing JourneySend a textIn this episode of the podcast, Jonathan Millard interviews professional boxer Toby, who shares his inspiring journey from being overweight to becoming a professional fighter. Toby discusses his early influences in boxing, the challenges he faced in his transformation, and the lessons learned from his debut and subsequent fights. He reflects on the importance of support in training camps, the realities of being a boxer, and his aspirations for the future. In this conversation, Tobie and Jonathan discuss the emergence of new talent in boxing, reflecting on personal experiences and growth within the sport...
2025-01-0737 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardJames 'Ozzy' Osbourne: From Late Bloomer to Boxer, his Inspirational Story of ResilienceSend a textIn this episode of the Big Hype Podcast, host Jonathan Millard interviews professional boxer James Ozzie Osborne. They discuss James's journey from amateur boxing to turning pro, his experiences in the ring, and the lessons learned from setbacks. James shares his aspirations for the future, including his desire to compete for the British title, and reflects on the importance of coaching and family in his life. The conversation concludes with a fun quickfire question round, revealing more about James's personality and preferences.Chapters00:00 - Introduction to James Ozzie Osborne03:00 - J...
2024-12-1721 min
EIR LiveEpisode 06 - From Maine to MasterCard and Back: Building Legacy Through Innovation with Jen MillardEpisode DescriptionIn this episode of Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) Live, Ilya Tabakh and Terrance Orr host Jen Millard, a first-generation college student turned serial entrepreneur and operator. Jen discusses her transformative journey from starting her career at Sears to becoming an EIR at Sutter Hill Ventures. Along the way, she reflects on lessons from building high-performance teams, handling crises in startups, and her new venture, Maine Love, leveraging Maine's natural resources to create sustainable impact. The conversation touches on the importance of risk tolerance, the value of structured training programs, and leaving a legacy in business.
2024-12-101h 07
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business052 5 Valuable Money Lessons Learned in 2024Let me give you a quick update on BOI Reporting. Just this week there have been some developments in the news and it appears that fines will not be issued for not completing BOI reports. I'll keep you posted as new information is released. OK today I'm sharing the most important money lessons I learned this year: Lesson 1: Don't Be Pressured into Making a Buying Decision Lesson 2: Don't Buy Something Just Because It's on Sale Lesson 3: Always Embrace Delayed Gratification. Purchases that you make for your business wi...
2024-12-1013 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardJosh Nutley: Road to Redemption, Fighting for SobrietySend a textIn this episode of the Big Hype Podcast, host Jonathan Millard interviews Josh Nutley, a boxer who shares his unique journey into the sport, starting from an unlicensed boxing match at the age of 21. Josh discusses his transition to amateur boxing, the challenges he faced, including personal struggles with addiction, and his determination to return to the ring. He emphasizes the importance of structure in his life and his aspirations to achieve a Southern Area title. The conversation also touches on the mental health aspects of boxing and the support he seeks to give...
2024-12-1032 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business051 Understanding BOI Requirements: What Small Business Owners Need to KnowBy January 1st 2025 businesses need to submit their Beneficial Ownership Information in the form of a BOI report. This is part of an anti-money laundering effort by the Federal Crime Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Listen in to hear how this applies to you and whether you need to submit a BOI for your business. Basically businesses that are sole proprietorships do not need to file a BOI and businesses that are LLCs or S-corporations do need to file a BOI. Businesses that don't comply by January 1st 2025 are potentially subject to penalties. ...
2024-12-0310 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardLiam Dring: The Unlikely Boxer, his Story from Motocross to the Main EventSend a textIn this episode of the Big Hype podcast, host Jonathan Millard interviews professional boxer Liam Dring. They discuss Liam's journey into boxing, transitioning from amateur to professional, and his experiences in championship fights. Liam shares insights on the sacrifices required in boxing, the importance of learning from losses, and his aspirations for future titles. The conversation also touches on Liam's personal life, including his recent marriage and future boxing plans. The episode concludes with rapid-fire questions, providing a light-hearted end to an insightful discussion.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Liam Dring02:57 Journey...
2024-12-0323 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardWilly Gilheaney: Facing the BeastSend a textIn this episode, Jonathan Millard interviews professional boxer Willy Gilheaney, who shares his journey from a boxing legacy family to his professional career. Willy discusses his challenges, including weight loss and mental health struggles, and reflects on his transition from amateur to professional boxing. He also shares insights from his recent fights and looks forward to his upcoming championship bout. In this engaging conversation, Willy Gilheaney shares his insights on the forthcoming battle against Ethan George, emphasizing the importance of respect and professionalism in the ring. He discusses his career aspirations, including moving up...
2024-11-2629 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardBianca Johnson: 10-Year Comeback for the Foxy Fighter [1.15]Send a textIn this podcast episode, host Jonathan Millard interviews Bianca Johnson, a boxer making her professional debut after a long hiatus from the sport. Bianca shares her journey from amateur boxing to her current role as a professional, discussing the challenges she faced, including obtaining her boxing license and balancing her career as an estate agent with her training. She expresses her aspirations for her boxing career, including the desire to win titles and the excitement of performing under the big lights. The conversation also touches on the support she receives from her workplace and...
2024-11-1925 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardMartin Hillman: The Rise [1.14]Send a textIn this engaging podcast episode, Jonathan Millard interviews professional boxer Martin Hillman, who shares his journey from amateur boxing to the professional arena. Martin discusses his early experiences in boxing, the challenges he faced in his professional debut, and the importance of weight management and nutrition in his career. Martin's boxing journey began at 12, inspired by his family's passion for the sport. His professional debut was a tough learning experience, leading to a points loss. Transitioning from amateur to professional required adapting his style and focusing on weight management and nutrition. Through f...
2024-11-1233 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business047 Make the Most of Black Friday Without Overspending in Your BusinessWant to make the most of Black Friday deals? Make sure you follow this strategy for your purchases. Let me show you what I mean! I want you to start out by making a wishlist. Whether it's a software, a tool, a new hire, a template or a mastermind, write it down. Then, go research what the average price of each of your wishlist items is. Sometimes Black Friday sales aren't really discounts at all so double check! Next, prioritize your list. You can even do this with a friend so you can...
2024-11-0512 min
The Small Business School PodcastBuilding Genuine Connections in Business with Kristina BartoldWelcome to a joint episode of Small Business School with Staci Millard, and Community with Kristina Bartold, in this episode together they are diving into one of their favourite topics, building meaningful connections in business. From client referrals to new friendships, they get into how nurturing genuine relationships can have a huge impact on personal growth and business success!Topics Covered:The value of connecting and referring peers and clients in business.Prioritizing nurturing authentic relationships over superficial connections.Why focusing on peers can drive growth faster than aiming only for big names.Approaching connection...
2024-10-3122 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardRobert Vincent: Mindfulness and Motivation in Boxing & Future Aspirations Beyond the Ring [1.12]Send a textIn this engaging podcast episode, Jonathan Millard interviews professional boxer Rob Vincent, known as 'The Outlaw'. They discuss Rob's journey into boxing, his transition from amateur to professional, the significance of ticket sales in the boxing world, and his aspirations for the future. Rob shares his experiences fighting at iconic venues like York Hall and reflects on the electric feeling he gets before stepping into the ring. The conversation highlights the challenges and realities of being a boxer, including the importance of community support and the drive to succeed in a competitive sport. In...
2024-10-2930 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardLinus Udofia: "Not all that glitters is gold." Life Beyond Boxing, his Plans, the Importance of Journeymen in Boxing [1.11]Send a textIn this episode of the Big Hype podcast, Jonathan Millard interviews Linus Udofia, a professional boxer from Luton. Linus shares his journey into boxing, starting at the age of 17 for self-defence, and discusses the influences that shaped his career. He reflects on the transition from amateur to professional boxing, the differences in training and competition, and the role of journeymen in the sport. Linus also talks about his experiences during title fights, the impact of COVID-19 on his career, and the lessons learned from both victories and losses. He expresses his aspirations for the...
2024-10-2248 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan Millard'Starboy' Matt Lawrence: Behind the Name -The Story of Starboy, From Amateur to Pro - Starboy's Transition [1.10]Send a textIn this episode of the Big Hype podcast, Jonathan Millard welcomes 'Starboy' Matt Lawrence, a rising star in the boxing world. They discuss the origins of Starboy's name, his journey from struggling with mental health to finding purpose in boxing, and his aspirations for a professional career. Starboy shares insights into his training regimen, the transition from amateur to professional boxing, and his dreams of winning the British title. Beyond boxing, he expresses a passion for acting and music, revealing his desire to create a legacy that extends beyond the ring.00:00...
2024-10-1528 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardSasha Booker: the Road to the Pro's, on future aspirations and moving between the various levels in Boxing [1.9]Send a textIn this engaging podcast episode, Jonathan Millard interviews Sasha Booker, a rising star in the boxing world. Sasha shares her unique journey into boxing, starting from her background in football and how the lockdown led her to discover her passion for the sport. She discusses her transition from amateur to professional boxing, her upcoming debut, and her aspirations to become a world champion. The conversation also touches on the training challenges, the importance of support from coaches and sponsors, and what life might look like after boxing. The episode concludes with a fun quickfire...
2024-10-0830 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business043 Loved, Not Loved & Learned After One Year of PodcastingCelebrating our one year anniversary at Get Comfy with Numbers! Let me give you all of the highlights from my first year of podcasting. As an accountant I don't get a lot of time to teach about what I do and that's why I've loved sharing this podcast with you. Talking with you each week has helped me hone my signature topics, meet other entrepreneurs and create content that I can use in so many different ways. It's been a lesson in consistency to make the time to record, but it's getting easier. ...
2024-10-0811 min
Big Hype Podcast with Jonathan MillardLianne Bush: The Challenges of Weight Cutting in Boxing Advice for Aspiring Boxers, weight management, pursuing happiness and retirement from the ring [1.8]Send a textIn this conversation, Jonathan Millard interviews Leanne Bush, a professional boxer, about her journey in combat sports. Leanne shares how she initially got into martial arts and her transition to boxing. They discuss the rise of influencer boxing and its impact on the sport. Leanne also talks about her experiences with weight cutting and the challenges it presents in boxing. Overall, the conversation highlights Leanne's career and sheds light on various aspects of the boxing world. Lianne discusses the challenges she faced with weight cutting in boxing and how it affected her performance. She...
2024-10-0141 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business041 Not Making Much Money? Focus on These Key Areas in Your Business FinancesNot making much money in your business right now? That's okay, we've all been there! But today I want to give you several key areas to focus on in your business finances when business is slow. In this episode, we discuss the importance of money mindset, prioritizing spending, boosting cash & more! You'll also want to use this time to make sure you have a good bookkeeping routine & a simple & easy system in place. This episode on money mindset is mentioned, so check it out if you haven't already! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/005-money-mindset-makeover-reframing-limiting-beliefs/i...
2024-09-2412 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business040 New to Business? Set Up Your Finances Right from the Start!Congratulations on starting your very own business! Today I'm going to explain the basics of bookkeeping so you can keep things clean and simple right from the start. Business Structure: Identify your business structure. OK, your business is either going to be a sole proprietor, an LLC or an S Corporation. Know this from the beginning so you can pay yourself correctly. Separate Business Accounts: You definitely want to have a checking account that is separate from your personal checking account. And then you might also want to...
2024-09-1711 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business039 Why Smart Female Entrepreneurs Need QuickBooks Training NowI'm a big believer in getting some training on whatever accounting platform you use for bookkeeping. If you are trying to see if QuickBooks is right for you, go back and listen to these 3 episodes: 15 3 Reasons to Start Using QuickBooks This Year, 25 QuickBooks vs. Wave - Which Bookkeeping Platform is Right for You? 31 Prices are up! Is QuickBooks Still Worth the Money? It's easier to keep your books well from the beginning, but if you have things that have gotten messy, and that happens, you can clean it up. Training is so important that you n...
2024-09-1012 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business038 The Simple Trick to Catching Most Bookkeeping ErrorsDo you know the BEST way to double check if you have errors or duplicates in your bookkeeping? We are going to cover that in this episode & demystify a common term that really confuses people so grab a yummy drink & tune in. The best way to get started is to do a Bank Reconciliation. This will help you not only catch duplicates and missing items, but also catch FRAUD. I talked with 2 clients this year who had discovered that a bookkeeper was stealing from them and this is just heartbreaking. Once again, I'm h...
2024-09-0309 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business037 Follow Up with Confidence: Strategies for Consistent Sales with Gwen TinsleyWe are so excited to welcome Gwen Tinsley onto the podcast today! Gwen is the CEO of Grit and Tenacity Consulting and she helps female entrepreneurs sell more confidently. With all of her amazing advice and tricks, this episode is sure to help you learn how to grow your business confidently. Topics we cover: Consistency is important and trumps talent every time Income-producing activities: what they are and how often you should be doing them? How do we gain confidence in our selling and pitches without feeling icky? Authenticity + curiosity + the desire to help = c...
2024-08-2725 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business036 It's Time to Break Free from Staying Stuck as a Business OwnerDo you ever just feel stuck? Especially after doing your mid-year review, it can be easy to feel discouraged or stuck in your business, but today I'm going to be your voice of encouragement to get you unstuck! I lived in the stuck for a while, but after attending a retreat I've finally gotten out of that frustrating place. Since getting out of that stuck place myself, I've found what you need to do to get unstuck and feel passionate about what you are doing again. If you are finding yourself stuck, then I encourage you to...
2024-08-2008 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business035 Is AI Powered QuickBooks the Key to Effortless Bookkeeping for Business Owners?We are starting to see AI everywhere, even in QuickBooks. So the question is, "Is it time to incorporate AI into our bookkeeping?" So far in bookkeeping we are seeing AI capabilities for categorizations. There's an "Explore" button there and this can be a good way to get our feet wet with automation. Nothing revolutionary yet but give it a try! Learn more about bookkeeping help from Erika here: https://erikamillard.com/ Mini Course- Get Comfy with Budgeting https://erikamillard.com/budget G...
2024-08-1309 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business034 Mid-Year Financial Review: Steps to Refresh Your Business GoalsWe are now over halfway through the year, so it's the perfect time to revisit and refresh your business financial goals. You might be thinking that you are not ___ (fill in the blank) enough to do this, (ie smart enough, organized enough, etc.) but you totally are! With today's tips, reviewing your business finances will be simple and easy. In this episode we'll be walking through everything you need to review in your business finances. We'll be looking at how to evaluate your goals, income, expenses, and taxes to have the best outcomes possible! If y...
2024-08-0610 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business033 How Do I Pay Myself as a Business OwnerDo you ever have times where you feel like something SHOULD be more complicated than it actually is? I actually see this a lot with bookkeeping and thoughts around business finances. Today's topic is about one of those tasks that seems like it should be more complicated, and it really isn't (with a few exceptions of course). This episode is all about how you pay yourself. I'm talking about the literal steps you take to give yourself a paycheck as a business owner. It really is a simple process, that isn't usually more than just a bank tr...
2024-07-3007 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe Impact of an Effective Website with Jana CarlsonWelcome back to the Small Business School Podcast, I’m your host Staci Millard and today I am so excited to have Janna Carlson on the show! Janna is the co-owner of Studio Rocket Web Design with her husband, Jeremy. Together they build 2-week high-converting websites on Squarespace that help small business owners book more clients and find greater ease in their marketing. Janna and Jeremy moved to Portugal in 2022 and share updates along with quick marketing tips on their ‘5-Minute Podcast’. In this episode, we dive deep into the importance of having a purposeful website and how it...
2024-07-2423 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business030 What Type of Income is a Payout from Instagram Reels?Let's talk super quickly about how to categorize these Instagram payments! I'm going to walk you through the principal beyind categorizing in the first place and then I'm going to help you know how to categorize your income from Instagram payments. For a lot of us we can categorize them as miscellaneous, and I'll explain why in the episode! Get Comfy with QuickBooks https://erikamillard.com/get-comfy-with-quickbooks Learn more about bookkeeping help from Erika here: https://erikamillard.com/ Learn more about the min...
2024-07-0906 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business029 Messes You Don't Want to Make in QuickBooksSpeaking as someone who cleans up QuickBooks messes I'll be the first to sympathize with you! It can be overwhelming to have to comb through hundreds of entries and straigthen out your finances after the fact so I want to give you a heads up about the kinds of things to avoid if you want to skip the mess this quarter. Watch out for: PayPal duplicates Expense/income category mistakes Getting personal tangled up with business transactions Letting too much time go by before you up...
2024-07-0213 minThe Small Business School PodcastBuilding Community and Perseverance Through Pivots with Candice MunroWelcome back to Small Business School! Today I am sitting down with the amazing founder of Buttercream Clothing, Candice Munro! After having her first child, Candice started baking cakes for friends and family as a means to contribute to family income and be able to stay home with her small children. When she couldn’t find a cute, vintage-style apron that she loved, she decided to sew a custom apron herself. It didn’t take long for clothing requests to start coming in when word got around that Candice could sew. Buttercream Clothing was born because the community asked for...
2024-06-2731 minThe Small Business School PodcastStaying on Course in Life and BusinessWelcome back to Small Business School, I’m your host Staci Millard and today I wanted to talk to you about feeling that you’re close to the edge of your capacity and burnout is around the corner. I feel like that’s where I’m at these days and I know that my family and my business both suffer when I’m burnt out! So in this episode I am going to share my personal insight on recognizing the signs of burnout and some practical strategies to keep your business and personal life balanced!Topics Covered:Asking "...
2024-06-1810 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business028 Elevate Your Sales Calls with Camie WilkeDo you love sales calls? I bet your customers can tell if you do! Camie Wilke loves sales calls. She loves that they make us grow as communicators and leaders. I've brought Camie onto the show today to talk to us about the number one thing we can do to improve our sales calls, the importance of tone, what kinds of guarantees we can include in our offers and how to incorporate visuals into our sales calls. Main take-aways: We're really able to demonstrate to our customers how much we believe in our offer. They can...
2024-05-2841 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business027 If I Have Expenses on My Bank Statement, Do I Still Need a Receipt?YES This is a common misconception so don't feed bad if you haven't saved every receipt up to this point. Better late than never! Let me explain why you're going to want to start saving those receipts from now on. Now, we all hope we're never officially audited by the IRS, but I'm going to walk you through what an IRS auditor would look for. If you need a better way to keep up with receipts check out episode 17: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/017-still-stuffing-receipts-in-an-envelope-3-ways-to/id1707561040?i=1000642610643
2024-05-2106 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business026 Which Payment Processor is Best for Business Owners?Let's get right into it. What payment processor should you use? You have plenty to choose from: Stripe, PayPal, QuickBooks, Square, etc. So, which is best? I'll spell it all out for you so you can weigh all the factors that matter most to you like easy of use, integration, whether it's in-person or virtual, and of course, fees. Resources mentioned in the episode: Get my Fee Comparison Freebie: https://erikamillard.com/feecomparison Get Comfy with QuickBooks: https://erikamillard.com/get-comfy-with-quickbooks Learn more abo...
2024-05-1407 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business025 Quickbooks vs Wave - Which Bookkeeping Platform is Right for You?Hey friend! Here are the main things that you'll want to consider if you're choosing between Wave and QuickBooks: Who's been around longer? Wave has been open to the public since 2010, but QuickBooks has been around since 1992. Wave is now going to be charging for several of their basic offerings like syncing with your bank. Wave might feel simpler if you've never used a software before and might be a good fit if your business is very small and new. What kind of robust reports could help you in y...
2024-05-0719 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business024 Picking Your Website Type: DIY vs Done-for-You with Kate HejdeHey friend! Enough with the back and forth! Are you ready to finally decide between a DIY and a done-for-You Website? I'm so glad you tuned in today to hear my conversation with Kate Hejde of DearKateBrandStrategy.com because she has so many insights to help business owners plan their websites. So with the question of "Which type of website is right for you?" It comes down to time vs. money. With DIY you're saving money, but spending your time. And, with done-for-you, you spend money and still have...
2024-04-3029 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business023 Do We Pay Ourselves Back for Any Personal Money We Invest in Our Business?I have a quick, bite-sized episode today where I'm giving a concise answer to a specific question about finances in your business. Q: Do we pay ourselves back for any personal money we invest in our business? Great question because lots of clients I work with do this, whether intentionally or not If you use personal funds to pay for things in your business, especially when first starting out, that is technically an investment into the business because you are supporting it. So the answer is: It depends. You can...
2024-04-2304 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business022 6 Reasons to DIY Your BookkeepingHey friend! This may seem unexpected but today we are talking about why sometimes entrepreneurs should DIY their bookkeeping. Listen in to find out if any of these 6 reasons match your situation. Reasons to DIY Your Bookkeeping: So you understand the process, how it works and how long it takes So you learn how to make smart decisions with money So you take ownership of the finances of your business So you don't outsource to the wrong person So you can sav...
2024-04-1611 minThe Small Business School PodcastBreaking Down the Heart of Business with Madison MillardWelcome back to Small Business School! Today’s episode is a little bit different because I am joined by an extra special guest, my daughter, Madison! Together we talk about what entrepreneurship looks like to her and our family-owned business, ‘Love Powered Co.’ Get ready for a heartwarming chat with the youngest entrepreneur I know!Topics Covered:Madison's experience running a bracelet business.The entrepreneurial journey, from idea generation to sales.Our family-owned business ‘Love Powered Co.’ and its mission of spreading positivity with Affirmations, Mindfulness & Gratitude for your Littles and you!The importance of caring for custom...
2024-02-2909 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business021 Taking a Short Break But Listen to These Episode FavoritesHey friend! Well today on the show I announced that I'm going to be taking a short break to be on maternity leave. Thank you for your amazing support up until now! I talked through my top 5 most popular episodes to date, so make sure to check these out if you haven't already! 1. Top Downloaded Episode https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/003-top-ways-to-save-money-in-your-business-right-now/id1707561040?i=1000630284442 2. Learn More About Me & Hear My Business Story https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/001-empowering-female-business-owners-pivoting-from/id1707561040?i=1000630284443 3...
2024-02-2005 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business020 How to Financially Plan for a Maternity Leave or Any Break as a Small Business OwnerHey friend! Today we are talking about financially planning for maternity leave for small business owners. This could also totally be applied if you take time off during the summer when kids are home, have a medical event like a surgery, or just have slower seasons in business that you need to account for. We dive into what I'm doing to plan financially & make sure everything stays afloat while I'm away! Other related episodes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/009-confused-by-how-to-budget-for-business-try-this/id1707561040?i=1000634748410 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/po...
2024-02-1312 minThe Small Business School PodcastBurning It All DownHey Small Business School enthusiasts! Staci Millard here, and today we're diving into a hot topic; burning it all down, the ultimate business pivot. Is it the right time for you to hard pivot? Do you have any other options? We dive straight into it in this episode.Topics Covered:The importance of thoughtful planning when considering a major pivot in your business. Challenging the notion of burning it all down, can you even afford it? The potential drawbacks of such a drastic shift.The Stair-Step Approach: a gradual shift rather than an abrupt overhaul. The a...
2024-02-0609 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business019 Small Business owner - It's Time to Face Your Fears Around Money!Have you ever been afraid to step on the scale & see what the number actually says? Have you ever been afraid of getting a diagnosis for your child? Have you felt scared to confront a person you love not knowing how they will react? This is also a common trend I'm hearing from small business owners when it comes to managing money, bookkeeping & business finances - you are afraid to look at the numbers & see what they might be telling you! So in this episode, I want to motivate & challenge you that it's time to f...
2024-02-0613 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business018 From Disorganized to Empowered: How Hair & Makeup Artist Morgan Ebright Is Able to Manage Her Own Bookkeeping in 15 Minutes Per Week!Hey friend! I'm excited to introduce you to hair & make up artist Morgan Ebright! She came to me feeling disorganized & lost when it came to looking at the numbers in her business. Listen to her transformation story as she talks about how QuickBooks helped her understand her numbers, be excited about doing her bookkeeping, & create a 15 minute a week routine for maintaining it! Connect with Morgan: Instagram: @morganebright Website: https://willowbeautycollective.com/ Other episodes mentioned: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/015-3-reasons-to-start-using-quickbooks-this-year/id170...
2024-01-3018 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business017 Still Stuffing Receipts in an Envelope? 3 Ways to Manage Receipts Instead!Hey friend! Are you still stuffing envelopes with your business receipts? Let me just tell you, there are several ways to manage receipts better than this! So listen in to this episode where I'll give you all the ideas for how to manage receipts instead! We talk about what receipts & records you need to keep as a small business owner, if you need to print and/or keep hard copies of receipts, how to organize your business receipts, & more! Other episodes mentioned: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/015-3-reas...
2024-01-2312 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business015 3 Reasons to Start Using QuickBooks This YearHey friend! Are you someone that is annoyed with inefficiency or wasting time? I am definitely like this in both life & business! Have you been wondering if it's time to graduate from using a spreadsheet to a bookkeeping platform like QuickBooks? Have you wondered if Quickbooks is better than Google Sheets or Excel? Or have you wondered how to decide between QuickBooks vs Xero vs Wave? If you feel like there could be a better, more efficient way to manage your bookkeeping this year, then tune it to today's episode where I talk a...
2024-01-0910 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business014 What is a 1099 form & do you need to file it? Answering your questions!Hey friend! Today we are talking about 1099 forms. Did you just groan a little? No worries, I totally get it! We are going to walk through what you need to know about what is a 1099 form, how to file 1099 forms, if you need to hire someone to file the forms, do they need to be mailed out, when is the deadline, what tools to use to file, etc. If you have any of these questions, be sure to tune in! Other resources mentioned in today's episode: https://www.1099online.com/ Learn m...
2024-01-0213 min
The ExtrasWarner Archive 2023 Year in ReviewSend a textGeorge Feltenstein of Warner Bros. joins the podcast to take a look back at some of the highlights of the year for the Warner Archive. Host Tim Millard provides some of his thoughts on the prevailing themes of the year. Then George reveals some of the year's most popular sellers. And George sneaks a few details of what might be ahead in 2024.If you are a fan of the Warner Archive, this is one episode you don't want to miss. Warner Archive Store on AmazonSupport the podcast by shopping with our...
2023-12-2941 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business013 5 Must-Ask Questions for Your Annual Small Business Finance CheckupHey friend! Today we are talking about performing an annual review of your business finances! We walk through questions to ask in order to know how successful your business was & to see if there are changes you need to make. Also, asking these questions will help you prepare for next year too! Which service offerings / packages sold the most or the least? What were my marketing efforts? How much did they cost? Did they produce how I expected? Do I have any unnecessary expenses? What changes do I want t...
2023-12-1214 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business012 9 Practical Ways to Avoid Shiny Object Syndrome in BusinessDo you struggle with shiny object syndrome? Is it hard to stay focused & on track in business? It's so easy to get caught up in trends right? And the feelings of overwhelm to do everything right now. Tune in to today's episode where we talk about practical tips to avoid this like knowing your purpose, having accountability, creating a budget, & more! Need Help with Budgeting for Business? Check out my new mini course here: https://erikamillard.com/budget Don't forget to download my free Bookkeeping Checklist: https://eri...
2023-12-0515 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business011 Streamlining Your Business: Utilizing Dubsado & QuickBooks for Business Success with Ashleigh FoyHey friend! Today I'm chatting with my friend Ashleigh Foy, a business automation, tech & systems expert! We discuss the CRM tool Dubsado & best practices for using it alongside QuickBooks. If you've ever wondered which system to use for which features, you don't want to miss this episode! We talk about if you should use both systems & how they might best work together for you & your business. We discuss the pros & cons of each tool & the features that work best in each platform. Other episodes mentioned: https://traffic.libsyn.com/cfbf7502-de72-49ca-bcdc-5c...
2023-11-2817 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business010 Frustrated By the Amount You Are Paying Yourself as an Entrepreneur? Try these simple steps!Hey Friends! In this episode, we are talking about paying yourself as a business owner! Do you pay yourself from your business yet? Have you ever felt frustrated by the amount you are paying yourself? Is it consistent or sporadic? This episode will reveal that this can actually be a symptom of another problem - your sales goals! We talk through a few simple steps to creating effective, strategic goals that will help you make smarter decisions as an entrepreneur. In this episode, I'll help you get started, but my mini cou...
2023-11-2110 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business009 Confused By How to Budget for Business? Try This!Hey Friends! In this episode, we are diving into budgeting for business. Now before you tune me out, a budget can be a really helpful tool when you have all of the pieces working together! We talk about the 101 of business budgeting & why you need a budget to make smart decisions. We discuss how a budget can help you navigate what to spend money on next in your business, as well as setting realistic financial goals. This episode will help you get started, but my new mini course will walk you step by st...
2023-11-1412 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business008 Who Should You Hire to Help with Your Business Finances?Have you ever wondered what the differences are between a bookkeeper vs CPA vs bookkeeping coach vs tax accountant vs CFO? Tune in to this episode where I give a brief explanation of each one, the differences, as well as when it might be time to hire one of these professionals! Other episodes mentioned: https://traffic.libsyn.com/cfbf7502-de72-49ca-bcdc-5c54676d7e35/4_Questions_to_Consider_BEFORE_Choosing_a_Software_or_Spreadsheet_NEW.mp3 Learn more about my services here: https://erikamillard.com/ Don't forget to...
2023-11-0715 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business007 Don't Make These Scary Mistakes with Your Business Finances!Do you worry you're making huge financial mistakes in your business? Wondering if the decisions you are making could be costly or ultimately destroy your business? Tune in to this episode to learn the most common mistakes I see entrepreneurs make when it comes to their business finances & what to do instead to avoid these errors! Don't fear because most of these have simple & easy solutions that you can implement asap! Other Episodes Mentioned: https://traffic.libsyn.com/cfbf7502-de72-49ca-bcdc-5c54676d7e35/4_Questions_to_Consider_BEFORE_Choosing_a_Sof...
2023-10-3112 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business006 Take the Boring Out of Bookkeeping: Hacks to Consistently DO Your Bookkeeping Every Month Do you struggle to actually do your bookkeeping? Does the thought of sitting down to do it just bore you tears & you'd rather do anything else? Hear me out - I can help you make it a little more fun & enjoyable with these hacks, so keep listening! I hear often from clients & in conversations with friends on Instagram that it's a struggle to consistently do your bookkeeping every month, especially if you are a DIYer. It's easy to put off & put off, since hey it's not tax season yet, so it doesn't feel like there is...
2023-10-2411 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business005 Money Mindset Makeover: Reframing Limiting Beliefs Around Money with Claudia McDivittHey friend! In this episode, we talk about money mindset for business owners & common limiting beliefs that are holding us back. We discuss ways to remove these limiting beliefs about money & how to overcome these thoughts! If you know that your beliefs around money are holding you back, tune in to this conversation with my amazing guest Claudia McDivitt, health & mindset coach! In case you missed it, check out these episodes we mention briefly during this conversation: https://traffic.libsyn.com/cfbf7502-de72-49ca-bcdc-5c54676d7e35/5_Bookkeeping_Basics_NEW.mp3 ...
2023-10-1727 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business004 4 Questions to Consider Before Choosing a Bookkeeping Software or SpreadsheetHey friend! Today we are talking about how to decide if you should use a spreadsheet or bookkeeping software & when it's time to graduate! We also discuss the major bookkeeping softwares & I give my recommendation on my favorite choice. If you've ever felt confused by the choices when it comes to QuickBooks vs. Wave vs. Xero vs. a spreadsheet or something else, or if you've ever wondered if it's time to switch from a spreadsheet to QuickBooks, listen in! Other episodes mentioned: https://traffic.libsyn.com/cfbf7502-de72-49ca-bcdc-5c54676d7e35/002_3...
2023-10-1019 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business003 Top Ways to Save Money in Your Business RIGHT NOWHey friend! Today we are talking about 3 ways you can save money in your business RIGHT NOW! The economy can feel a little unsettling right now, & as business owners, we want to make wise decisions with how we spend money in our businesses. So this episode will give you 3 ideas on how to save money! In case you missed it, check out last week's episode where we talked about bookkeeping 101 here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/cfbf7502-de72-49ca-bcdc-5c54676d7e35/5_Bookkeeping_Basics_NEW.mp3 Here are links to the it...
2023-10-0512 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business002 5 Bookkeeping Basics Every Business Owner Needs to KnowHey friend! Today we are talking about 5 Bookkeeping Basics Every Female Business Owner Should Know! We go through the what, who, when, why, & how of bookkeeping for entrepreneurs & you'll hear one of my unpopular opinions. If you've ever wondered if you have bookkeeping 101 down, tune in to find out! If you missed the welcome episode, check it out here! https://traffic.libsyn.com/cfbf7502-de72-49ca-bcdc-5c54676d7e35/001_Empowering_Female_Business_Owners_Pivoting_from_Bookkeeper_to_Coach.mp3 Learn more about my services here: https://erikamillard.c...
2023-10-0512 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business001 Empowering Female Business Owners: Pivoting from Bookkeeper to CoachHey friend! Today I'm sharing just a little bit about myself, my story, how I became a Bookkeeping Coach & what you can expect from the podcast! I hope you'll tune in & let me know if we share any similarities! :) Email me with podcast episode recommendations and/or questions: connect@erikamillard.com Learn more about my services here: https://erikamillard.com/ Don't forget to download my free Bookkeeping Checklist: https://erikamillard.com/bookkeeping-checklist Other mentions: Society of Women Business Owners (SOWBO) was such a help...
2023-10-0514 min
Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small BusinessGet Comfy with Numbers TrailerHey Friends! Welcome to the Get Comfy With Numbers Podcast! I'm Erika Millard, a Bookkeeping Coach who LOVES teaching female business owners how to get COMFORTABLE talking about numbers. If you are a little sweaty & nervous reading this, you're in the right place! Does the thought of doing your own bookkeeping make you feel super nervous? Have you ever wanted to cry when you talked to a financial professional, like a CPA, tax expert, or advisor? Are you sticking your head in the sand when it comes to the numbers in yo...
2023-09-1501 minThe Small Business School PodcastThe Right and Wrong Way to Delegate with Ashley CarlsonThank you for joining me on this next episode of the School For Small Business podcast! Today let’s welcome Ashley Carlson! She’s here to help us get the clarity we need to transform our business, save ourselves from burn out and maximize our hours. Ashley runs a VA Agency called Elevate where she uses her experience in the travel industry, corporate sales and as a 3rd generation entrepreneur to save business owners from burn out. With the ability to look through both lenses, Ashley knows what business owners are lo...
2023-07-0429 minThe Small Business School PodcastWelcome to the School For Small BusinessWelcome to the first episode of the School For Small Business Podcast!This is a place where small business owners can come to learn the keys to business on their own terms, especially if you’ve ever called yourself an accidental entrepreneur! I’m your host Staci Millard, a CPA by trade with over 15 years of experience building my business to 7 figures.Understanding the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, I believe it doesn’t have to be hard! I’m so excited to pour into this podcast, talk about what it really takes to be succes...
2023-01-3122 min
The Extras2022 Year in Review Plus 4K & Blu-ray ReviewsSend a textHost Tim Millard takes a look back at 2022 and the terrific line-up of guests on the podcast. He also provides an update on some of the most popular episodes and thanks the international fans. Then he provides reviews of the 4K releases of films "Heat" (1995), "Saturday Night Fever" (1977), "Top Gun: Maverick" (2022), and the Korean Zombie horror film "Train to Busan" (2016). He also reviews some recent Blu-ray releases from Kino Lorber, including "Detective Story" (1951) starring Kirk Douglas and Eleanor Parker, and the "Film Noir: The Dark Side of Cinema IX" box set that includes the noi...
2023-01-1241 min
Journeys of the nSpyteOfEpisode 7: Traveling Is The Journey with Jelani MillardJoin us on an introspective journey as we uncover together, laugh and learn finding insights for the nSpyteOfs. Breaking barriers is a transformative process that we want to develop into a culture of dialogue.Today I am with Jelani Millard, yes my son, who is a young adult working in finance in Gotham NYC, however he spends some time traveling to places I have yet to see! Where could that be and will that be?LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/9131324/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/508917980356330Reason Podcast: https://reason.fm/podcast/j...
2022-10-1642 min