Build to Enough – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Do you ever wonder if your business is set up to grow the way you actually want it to? In this episode Keila breaks down how to use your financial data as a compass to reaching your goals.

She’ll dive into the common traps business owners fall into—like overextending resources, running on gut instinct, or ignoring key numbers—and how tracking the right metrics can help you avoid them. 

Plus, she explains how tools like dashboards and reporting can give you a clearer picture of what’s working, what’s not, and how to course-correct along the way.

If you’re ready to stop guessing and build your business in a way that works for you, this episode is packed with actionable tips to get you there!

• (00:00) - Introduction to Scaling Your Firm
• (01:06) - Importance of Data in Business Growth
• (02:00) - Challenges of Ignoring Data
• (04:10) - Financial Metrics and Goals
• (05:47) - Spotting Inefficiencies
• (06:24) - Intentional Decision Making
• (07:11) - Client Support Strategies
• (09:18) - Scenario Planning
• (10:23) - Actionable Steps for Business Growth
• (12:15) - Conclusion

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How many times have we set big, ambitious goals at the start of the year, only to feel overwhelmed a few months in? 🙋🏽‍♀️

This week on Build to Enough, Keila shares why traditional goal-setting often fails us and how to flip the script. Instead of chasing someone else’s version of success, let’s focus on what’s enough for you.

✨ In this episode:
✔️ How to set goals aligned with your values and capacity
✔️ Why "enough" is the key to sustainable success
✔️ Practical tips to create intentional, focused goals

• (00:00) - Welcome to Build to Enough
• (01:21) - Setting Goals for the New Year
• (03:01) - Defining 'Enough' in Your Business
• (04:15) - Implementing SMART Goals
• (07:25) - Avoiding Burnout and Overcommitment
• (13:10) - Practical Tips for Sustainable Success
• (14:43) - Conclusion and Looking Ahead

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Keila delves into the often-overlooked importance of branding and marketing for accounting firm owners. She explains why these elements are crucial for establishing a firm's identity, attracting ideal clients, and standing out in a competitive landscape. The episode offers practical, manageable steps for firm owners to start building their brand and marketing strategy, emphasizing that even small efforts can make a significant difference in a firm's success and sustainability.

• (00:00) - This is Build to Enough
• (01:51) - Establishing Your Firm's Identity
• (03:04) - Visibility and Growth Through Effective Marketing
• (06:45) - Building Trust and Credibility
• (07:45) - Practical Steps to Start Branding and Marketing
• (10:46) - Leveraging Resources and Tools
• (13:00) - Conclusion and Next Steps

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In our current social climate, the conversation around advocacy and allyship are on-trend across professional and personal spaces alike. At some point, most of us have probably had to carry the burden of serving as the BIPOC spokesperson to people in our network who say, “I want to support, but don’t know what I can do”. 

Well, diversity and inclusion strategist, Amber Cabral, has literally written the book on what to do. Allies and Advocates: Creating an Inclusive and Equitable Culture provides a practical take on how to effectively occupy both spaces and fight for fair on all fronts. We sat down with her to talk all things diversity, equity and inclusion related.

Allies and Advocates is a wrecking ball, knocking down barriers in the largely white, largely male publishing world, and affirming that black talent is worth investing in. You can order your copy on Amazon here . Visit ambercabral.com for all things Amber Cabral and find her on Instagram and Twitter as @BamCabral. 

Need more? Our team has put together a free resource library to save you valuable time and energy in your business! 

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In the age of COVID-19, many people are taking advantage of a slower-paced world by finding opportunities to grow their businesses. As a result, some have transitioned to a place where they may need to hire help and are seeking guidance on how to appropriately pay the people doing work for them.

If you’re one of those people, do you know what payroll really means?

If you’ve asked questions such as, ‘What is payroll? How and who can I pay? When do I pay myself? What about state and federal withholding?’, etc.-- we have you covered.

On this week’s episode, we’re diving into:

• The DO’s  and DONT’s of payroll
• How to select the business entity type that is most tax advantageous for you
• The importance of documentation reflecting how you’re paying people in the event that you’re audited, and more!

Need more? Our team has put together a free resource library to save you valuable time and energy in your business! 

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“So Keila, what’s the difference between an accountant and a bookkeeper, and which one do I actually need?” This is a question that I’m asked almost every day both on and offline and since both accounting and bookkeeping play important roles in maintaining pristine financial records, we’ll be breaking it all down in this week’s episode and learning:

• The job functions and differences of both accountants and bookkeepers.
• What questions to ask your bookkeeper and/or accountant to fully understand how your business is running financially.
• Which service provider will be able to advise you on how to best spend any surplus funds you may come into. 

Always remember, financial reporting accuracy does matter when running a business. After you dive into this episode, tell us what you think! 

Need more? Our team has put together a free resource library to save you valuable time and energy in your business! 

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Contrary to popular opinion, Millennials aren't the only ones doing side work and following their dreams, Baby Boomers are emerging as entrepreneurial spirits as well!

This week, we get to hear from Generation X firsthand through a reluctant representative -- my mom. As a Program Analyst for the CDC she has a deep passion for African American genealogy research and shares:

• Her experience discovering her passion

• How to create opportunities to monetize it

• The sometimes harsh realities that come with balancing full-time work and your passion project, plus more!

I truly believe that our ancestors are calling out for their stories to be told. They lived through a time where they couldn’t speak for themselves, so we are in a unique position to speak for them by both knowing and sharing their stories.

Need more? Our team has put together a free resource library to save you valuable time and energy in your business! 

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To make the best strategic decision for your accounting needs, you need to understand the differences between accrual and cash accounting and how your choice may affect how you file your taxes. While the biggest difference may be easy to understand — deciding when to recognize income and expenses — there are other nuances that need a bit more explaining. 

So, in this episode, we discuss:

• The difference between cash accounting and accrual accounting.

• How each type of accounting recognizes revenue.

• Why choosing between the types of accounting matters to your business.

• Our preferred accounting strategy for your business.

Need more? Our team has put together a free resource library to save you valuable time and energy in your business! 

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If you're ready to outsource your Accounting and/or Tax prep needs go to www.littlefishaccounting.com

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If you’ve been tuning into our podcast for awhile or hanging out with us on Instagram, you’re not surprised when we say this: You should be charging more for your goods and services. Yes, you!

When you undercharge for your service or product, you’re not only sending a clear message to existing and potential clients and customers about your value, you’re also telling them how to perceive your worth as well. But this decision to undersell yourself doesn’t just affect you and your business, but others as well. 

On this episode of the podcast, we talk about:

• How undercharging actually takes away from the growth of your business.

• The example you set for your team when you undervalue and undercharge.

• How resentment builds toward your clients, leading to unnecessary conflict.

• How the community suffers when you don’t have the resources or time to reinvest in it.

We know your value and we want you to know it, too. So, if you’ve been on the fence about raising your prices and nervous about how your clients and customers will respond, you’ll definitely want to tune into this episode.

Need more? Our team has put together a free resource library to save you valuable time and energy in your business! 

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Entrepreneurs are no strangers to isolation — we often work alone and make most of our decisions by ourselves. And while we’re used to going at things solo, it doesn’t mean we thrive in that environment.

That’s why we’re so excited to get to know and introduce you to people who are making moves to not only grow their businesses, but working to grow the community of entrepreneur networks. Meet Stephen Miller, co-founder of Locale. Locale hosts pop-up co-working days in non-traditional spaces in New York and Washington, D.C. to connect remote-working entrepreneurs while promoting travel and diversifying work locations.

In today’s interview, we talk about:

• Some common obstacles entrepreneurs face while working remotely.

• The power of pacing yourself in your business.

• Separating the urgent from the important.

• Giving yourself time to think abstractly about your business.

As always, thank you for tuning in to the podcast! If you want to find out more about Locale, you can visit www.localeworkspace.com or find them on Instagram - @localeworkspace. 

Need more? Our team has put together a free resource library to save you valuable time and energy in your business! 

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If you're ready to outsource your Accounting and/or Tax prep needs go to www.littlefishaccounting.com

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