Hi Friend!

In this episode, I call out to all entrepreneurs as we dive into the nitty-gritty of bookkeeping just in time for tax season. Joining me is Erika Millard Freedom a bookkeeping coach who specializes in helping female business owners understand their numbers and make confident decisions. Together, we'll break down the importance of separating personal and business expenses, choosing the right system for bookkeeping, and establishing financial routines. Erika also shares money-saving tips, how to differentiate between CPAs and bookkeepers, and her personal journey into entrepreneurship. Tune in for a comprehensive guide to managing your books efficiently and preparing for financial success!

02:15 Meet Erika Millard: Bookkeeping Coach

03:15 Erika's Journey to Entrepreneurship

08:02 Bookkeeping Basics for Entrepreneurs

13:28 Money-Saving Tips for Entrepreneurs

20:26 Understanding Financial Professionals

25:01 Getting Started with Bookkeeping

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Hello Friend,

Welcome to a brand-new year and another opportunity to live a life of aligned abundance! I’m thrilled to kick off 2025 with you. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal process for intentional living—a key to financial freedom and fulfillment.

✨ Here’s What I Cover in This Episode:

• Why January is the perfect time to reset, reflect, and plan.
• The power of vision boards in connecting faith, focus, and action.
• Using the “Wheel of Life” to set meaningful, holistic goals across key areas like health, finances, relationships, and spirituality.
• How I track goals and accomplishments throughout the year to stay aligned with my purpose.
• Why financial freedom is about more than money—it’s about creating the life you’re called to live.

For help with goal setting and your financial goals contact me.

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Hi Friend,

In this episode I’m joined by Debbie Sluys, founder of Dare to Declare. We discuss the importance of vision boards as tools for setting and achieving personal and financial goals. Debbie shares her faith-based perspective on vision boarding, dispels common myths, and explains why money shouldn't be the central focus. Additionally, we delve into the transformative potential of vision boards for different aspects of life, including business and personal growth. Tune in to uncover actionable insights and steps to align your financial goals with your life's vision.

02:35 Guest Introduction: Debbie Slews

03:59 Debunking Myths About Vision Boards

05:02 Vision Boards as an Act of Worship

11:11 Understanding Universal Laws and Manifestation

13:57 Why Money Doesn't Belong on Vision Boards

17:48 Cherry Picking the Vision Piece

18:18 Reverse Engineering Your Vision

18:50 Manifestation and Vision Boards

20:02 The Importance of Vision in Business

21:36 A Story of Skepticism and Vision

24:50 Holistic Financial Freedom

26:10 Different Applications of Vision Boards

29:44 Connecting with Debbie

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Hi Friend!

In this episode I discuss being strategic with holiday spending. I share my personal experiences and provide practical tips on how to approach holiday spending with a game plan to avoid post-Christmas debt. I outline two methods for setting a holiday budget: choosing an amount based on affordability and analyzing previous years' spending. I also emphasize the importance of tracking your spending and planning gifts in advance. Additionally, I encourage you to reflect on your past spending habits to better prepare for future financial commitments. The episode concludes with a weekly challenge to analyze spending trends and plan accordingly.

01:56 Mini Money Management Bootcamp: Holiday Spending

03:35 Setting a Holiday Budget

04:38 Tracking and Adjusting Your Spending

07:03 Practical Tips for Holiday Spending

10:09 Weekly Step and Conclusion

11:13 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Hi Friend!

In this episode of Confident Steps to Financial Freedom, I am sharing a straightforward yet impactful budgeting hack designed to keep your finances on track and reduce money-related stress. Discover how saving for annual expenses on a monthly basis can prevent budget blowups, ensure you meet your financial goals, and lower your stress levels.

I share practical examples and explain how to set up a 'future expenses fund' or a designated savings category in your budgeting app. Tune in to learn how small steps can lead to significant financial strides and help you achieve financial freedom.

02:01 The Problem with Annual Bills

03:56 The Budgeting Hack Revealed

05:07 Benefits of the Budgeting Hack

06:27 Action Steps for Financial Freedom

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