In this episode of the Mama In Biz podcast, we sit down with Erika Millard, a Bookkeeping Coach who loves teaching business owners how to get organized with bookkeeping & actually understand their numbers. She helps entrepreneurs do their own bookkeeping in less than an hour per month, heck yes! She is a mama to 4 kiddos & currently lives in Birmingham, AL where you can probably find her cooling off at an ice cream shop.

Erika shares her inspiring journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship, providing valuable insights on balancing motherhood and business. We explore crucial bookkeeping practices, time management strategies, and the importance of understanding your business financials. Erika’s practical tips, such as separating personal and business finances and choosing the right bookkeeping software, empower new and seasoned entrepreneurs to avoid common pitfalls. Additionally, she highlights the significance of having a supportive community and the need for discipline and flexibility in managing dual roles as entrepreneur and Mama. Tune in for an engaging discussion designed to help mompreneurs thrive when it comes to knowing their numbers and actually making bookkeeping FUN (yes, I said fun)!

Check out Erika's FREE Bookkeeping Checklist: https://erikamillard.com/bookkeeping-checklist

Get Comfy with QuickBooks program: https://erikamillard.com/get-comfy-with-quickbooks

Listen to Erika's Podcast "Get Comfy With Numbers":

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-comfy-with-numbers-making-bookkeeping-quickbooks/id1707561040

Check out Erika's Website: https://erikamillard.com/

Follow Erika on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erika_millard/

00:00 Introduction: Balancing Motherhood and Business

01:24 Guest Introduction: Meet Erika Millard

01:35 Erika’s Journey: From Corporate to Entrepreneurship

05:24 Advice for Aspiring Mompreneurs

08:55 Balancing Act: Managing Business and Motherhood

13:02 Bookkeeping Basics for Business Owners

26:50 Setting Up Business Accounts

27:47 Bookkeeping Software and Training

28:58 QuickBooks Support and Customization

30:03 Budgeting for Your Business

33:38 Organizing Receipts and Financial Documents

38:56 Common Bookkeeping Mistakes

47:48 End-of-Year Bookkeeping Tips

50:18 Final Thoughts and Advice for Mama Business Owners

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In this episode of the Mama In Biz podcast, host Rebecca Schor shares her personal journey of balancing motherhood with her thriving wedding photography business. Rebecca, a seasoned wedding photographer and business coach, talks about the challenges she faced with her premature son's health issues, postpartum depression, and managing her business without prior preparation for maternity leave. She emphasizes the need for establishing support systems, such as the Mama In Biz Facebook community, and automating business processes for expecting mothers and entrepreneurs. Through her story, she offers actionable tips and strategies she's learned during her transition into motherhood to achieve a balanced and thriving business-life blend.

00:00 Introduction to Mama In Biz Community

00:36 Welcome to the Mama In Biz Podcast

01:17 Rebecca's Journey to Motherhood and Business

03:18 Challenges of Balancing Business and Newborn

04:02 Practical Tips for Streamlining Your Business

12:38 The Importance of Planning for Maternity Leave

13:13 Creating a Supportive Community for Mama Entrepreneurs

19:03 Navigating Client Expectations During Personal Challenges

28:33 The Role of Therapy and Mental Health Support

32:02 Steps to Simplify and Automate Your Business

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45:04 The Benefits of Raising Prices and Reducing Workload

49:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Are you an expecting Mama? Get the FREEBIE - Maternity Biz Prep: Trimester Checklist!: https://mamainbiz.ck.page/cae04ddf2b

Apply for 1-on-1 Coaching with Rebecca: https://www.mamainbiz.co/contact-1

In this episode of the Mama In Biz podcast, I chat with Chelsea Lehmann, owner of Home Town Events in Hamilton, New York. Chelsea shares her journey of balancing her roles as a mother, a business owner, and an involved community member. She discusses the inception of her business, the challenges of managing a wedding and event planning company, and her efforts to cultivate a thriving small town business and network in the same town that she was born and raised. Chelsea also shares her personal experiences of pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum depression, offering advice and insight for other mothers. This real & raw conversation delves into the realities of juggling family life and entrepreneurial ambitions, while emphasizing the importance of community and support systems.

About Chelsea (in her words):

"I’m Chelsea (she/her), Certified Wedding and Event Planner with Home Town Events. I am excited to handle the details of your next event, especially your wedding day! When you hire me as your event planner, I will be on your team, advocating for what you want and how you want it done. I promise to plan your day with honesty, respect, and collaboration while providing my expertise and knowledge to make your day as stress-free as possible. FUN FACTS I am a die-hard Buffalo Bills fan; my family and I went to New Zealand for the women’s world cup; I was born and raised in the town I live in now; I live with my high-school sweetheart, our daughter, two cats, and a dog. MEMBERSHIPS Certified Wedding and Event Planner through The Certified Wedding Planner Society, the world’s leading wedding certification company. Recognized by the Better Business Bureau of New York State. Partner of Madison County Tourism. Member of the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce. Board member for Chenango Nursery School. Event coordinator for the CNY Women’s Network."

Check out Chelsea and her amazing work here:

Website: https://www.hometownevents.biz/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/home_town_events/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hometownevents315

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clehmann21/

Chelsea also mentioned she is involved with the CNY Women's Network: https://www.cnywomensnetwork.com/