The truth is that, as working moms, we are often faced with critical decisions that shape our lives and the lives of our families. There can be pivotal moments when we find ourselves at a crossroads, pondering decisions that could redefine our paths, whether it's a career shift, a relationship change, or any other major life choice. In the hustle and bustle of modern life, juggling professional responsibilities, family commitments, and personal aspirations, we can often find ourselves caught bet...
Sep 24, 2023•24 min
As working moms, we all understand that life can be a whirlwind of responsibilities, deadlines, and the delicate balancing act between our careers and family life. From managing work projects to ensuring our children's well-being and happiness, we wear multiple hats with grace and determination. We have high hopes, dreams, and meticulously crafted plans to make it all work seamlessly. But, let's be honest, life has its way of throwing curveballs that can disrupt even the most carefully laid-out ...
Sep 17, 2023•24 min
Let’s be honest, it's no surprise that we sometimes feel overwhelmed and stretched thin. We’re trying to do our best both at work and in our personal lives. Over commitment can manifest in various ways. It could be saying "yes" to every work project that comes your way, volunteering for countless school events, or constantly trying to meet everyone's expectations. Whether you’re an employee or an entrepreneur, there are things you can start implementing in order to stop overcommitting. Whether y...
Sep 10, 2023•23 min
As we all know, the demands of being an accountant mom can be intense. On one hand, you have clients relying on your expertise and precision, while on the other hand, your children are eagerly vying for your attention and support. The pressure to win in both roles can leave you feeling stretched thin, with little time left for yourself. As accountants, we tend to be overachievers, but when it comes to being both an accountant and a mom, our overachieving ways can come at a cost, mainly to us. As...
Sep 03, 2023•24 min
As an accountant and a mom myself, I understand the unique challenges that come with balancing a demanding career and family responsibilities. Our calendars can often feel overwhelming, with deadlines, meetings, school activities, and personal commitments vying for our attention. It's easy to feel like we're constantly racing against the clock, trying to fit everything into our schedules. But in our attempt to manage our time, our lives can often become unmanageable. The truth is that time is ou...
Aug 27, 2023•25 min
For those of us that are CPAs, it’s a yearly requirement to have a particular number of hours to maintain our CPA license. However, there's a catch. Sometimes, in our quest to be the perfect mom, accountant, and CPA, we fall into the trap of misusing this valuable resource. We live in a society that places immense pressure on women to excel in all areas simultaneously. The supermom archetype weighs heavily on us, expecting us to effortlessly juggle all aspects of our lives without missing a beat...
Aug 20, 2023•19 min
The constant struggle to balance work and family can often make it seem impossible to achieve a sense of control and peace of mind. Just when you breathe a sigh of relief that everything seems to have gotten done, there’s a whole new list of things just waiting for us. That's where the concept of "To-Do List Zero" comes in—a game-changing approach to task management that can help you regain control, boost productivity, and find a sense of balance. To-Do List Zero offers a glimmer of hope in the ...
Aug 13, 2023•23 min
Whether you’re in your 20s, just starting your journey as an accountant and a mom, or you’re in your 60s, ready for retirement, today, we're going to have a real talk about something that affects all of us: our relationship with aging. Did you ever stop to think that you actually have a relationship with aging? It's not just this thing that happens to everyone—it's a whole mix of thoughts, emotions, and perspectives. The truth is that how you view aging can shape your experience of growing older...
Aug 06, 2023•19 min
In the world of finance and family chaos, effective organization is one of the secret ingredients to a successful accounting career as a working mom. Without some level of organization, you’ll, unfortunately, be more prone to stress, overwhelm, and eventually burnout. But this isn't just about color-coded calendars and filing cabinets (although they certainly help!). It's about finding practical solutions to navigate the challenges of being an accountant mom, where time management, task prioriti...
Jul 30, 2023•27 min
Imagine this scenario: You're a driven and ambitious woman with a flourishing career. You've worked hard to climb the corporate ladder, but there's another significant role in your life—motherhood. You probably don’t have to imagine it because you’re most likely living it, especially if you’re listening to this podcast. The truth is that juggling the demands of advancing your accounting career while being a dedicated mom can feel like an overwhelming challenge. How do you balance your profession...
Jul 23, 2023•25 min
When was the last time you experienced a feeling of disappointment? That sinking feeling in your stomach when things didn't go as planned, you didn't get what you were hoping for, or someone behaves in a way you weren’t expecting? Disappointment might be a normal part of life, but it’s still tough to deal with. Whether it’s a disappointment for ourselves or for someone else, it can manifest in various feelings like sadness, frustration, or even anger. Depending on the level of disappointment, it...
Jul 16, 2023•19 min
As both an accountant and a mom, effective calendar management is not only important for success in your profession, but it's also a vital aspect of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. From meetings with clients and colleagues to kid’s activities and family obligations, your calendar likely plays a central role in your daily routine. Unfortunately, despite the importance of using a calendar to organize your time and your life, it's easy to fall into common calendar mistakes. These mistakes ...
Jul 09, 2023•20 min
As a mom, you’ve most likely heard the term “mommy brain” used to describe being more forgetful or more emotional once you’ve had your first child. It can sometimes wreak havoc for accountant moms who are ordinarily organized and even-tempered. Neurologically your female brain goes through many changes during pregnancy, but as a modern woman with a career, this can be very challenging. Think about it - just a century ago, most women were responsible for giving birth and raising children, not wor...
Jul 02, 2023•19 min
When it comes to being an accountant and a mom, how well are you managing your time? If you’re like most of the women I speak to and coach, your answer is probably, “Not as well as I’d like.” If you can relate, it might seem like there’s never enough time and that you have no control over your time. It can be frustrating when you’re trying to do your best, both at work and home, yet there aren’t enough hours in the day to accomplish what you want and need to. Maybe you find yourself having to wo...
Jun 25, 2023•22 min
As an accountant and a mom, it would be nice to just flip a switch or turn on a faucet and drink from a fountain of motivation, especially when we have a lot to do and not much time to do it. When that long to-do list is just waiting for our attention, it would be nice to be able to quickly drink a warm cup of motivation and have the energy to plow through things. Obviously, it’s not necessary to be “on” all the time, but it’s helpful to have a better understanding of where motivation comes from...
Jun 18, 2023•20 min
Have you ever tried to tackle something on your to-do list but had no idea how long it was going to take? Or have you wanted to finish something soon rather than later but found yourself waiting until the last minute to have it done? One of the main reasons this happens is because we are unaware of how Parkinson’s Law affects our time management. Understanding Parkinson’s Law will make it possible to see how much control you actually have over your time. It will make it easier to get more done i...
Jun 11, 2023•22 min
While our brain is the best piece of machinery on the planet, most of us have no idea that we have over 60,000 thoughts a day and that those thoughts are running our lives. Not only are we not aware of most of those thoughts, and that our brains make us believe those thoughts are factual, but we're also not aware of the "add-ons" that our brains create. In other words, we often have thoughts after our thoughts that we also believe are factual, but they’re not that obvious. We have thoughts in pa...
Jun 04, 2023•18 min
Every CPA has a story - we all have a journey we’ve taken to get us to where we are. Every entrepreneur also has a story and journey as well. This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Jessica Buskirk, CPA, about her first year as a CPA MOMS franchisee. Jessica is a CPA with over 14 years of finance and accounting experience. She has worked with a variety of industries, such as healthcare, real estate, construction, nonprofits, and government. Jessica has a passion for helping clients meet the...
May 28, 2023•38 min
When was the last time you said to yourself, “There’s never enough time?” If you’re like most busy accountant moms, you’ve probably said something similar in the past 24 hours. The funny thing is that despite having so much information, suggestions, and technology available to us and despite trying every time management technique and productivity strategy we could imagine, we still find it impossible to shake the feeling that time is slipping away. It seems that the more we focus on managing our...
May 21, 2023•21 min
Motherhood is often seen as one of the most fulfilling and rewarding experiences of a woman's life. However, it is also a complex and multifaceted concept that can be as unique as the woman who is called a mother. For many of us, the idea of mothering is tied to traditional notions of caretaking, nurturing, and sacrifice. However, the reality is that there is no one "right" way to be a mother, and the expectations and pressures placed on us can often be unrealistic and damaging. Whether you’re a...
May 14, 2023•22 min
From our work as accountants and maintaining our households to raising our children and trying to balance it all, we need to be keenly aware of how we utilize the 24 hours a day we’re each given. Think about it - time truly is the great equalizer because whether you’re a billionaire CEO or a stay-at-home mom, we all have the same amount of time to manage. What if there was a way to manage your time that gave you a sense of fulfillment, peace, and happiness? What if you’ve been dealing with time ...
May 07, 2023•24 min
Every CPA has a story - we all have a journey we’ve taken to get us to where we are. Every entrepreneur also has a story and journey as well. This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Laurie Dunlop, CPA, about her first year as a CPA MOMS franchisee. Laurie is a single mom to two children. Laurie is an experienced Certified Public Accountant with 25+ years in auditing, finance, and accounting, which includes 18 years as a Chief Financial Officer and a broad managerial role with a private comm...
Apr 30, 2023•37 min
As both an accountant and a mom, let’s be honest, we truly do have two full-time jobs. It’s no wonder it can feel like there’s never enough time or that we don’t have control over our time. While it’s completely normal to be struggling with time management, getting a better handle on it is crucial for success. With the combination of tight deadlines and complex projects at work, as well as the never-ending list of things that need to be done at home, it can be difficult to stay on top of everyth...
Apr 23, 2023•20 min
The issue when it comes to the productivity-driven work of accounting is that it doesn’t take into account the person doing the producing. It doesn’t question if you feel dread or stressed versus motivated and fulfilled when you’re doing all that producing. Obviously, we all have to get things done at work and home, but isn’t there an easier way? Isn’t there a way to be productive without burning out in the process? I believe that’s where peaceful productivity comes in. This week on The CPA MOMS...
Apr 16, 2023•21 min
Have you ever set a goal or wanted to improve something in your life, but it got to be so challenging that you wanted to give up? Or have there been times when you were trying to make something better in your personal or professional life, and it felt too overwhelming? While many of us want more out of life, we want to achieve things, set goals, make resolutions, provide the best life we can for our families, and we’re excited about possibilities, unfortunately, when we realize it’s going to be ...
Apr 09, 2023•21 min
Corinne Crabree is a Master Certified Weight and Life Coach with a mission to help every woman break generational curses in order to improve their personal health and wealth. Corinne lost 100lbs 15 years ago and ever since, she has dedicated her life to teaching women how to do the same. Corinne Crabtree is one of the leading voices in the weightloss and business Industry. She’s the host of the wildly successful podcast, Losing 100lbs with Corinne, which has been downloaded over 50 million times...
Apr 02, 2023•35 min
If you stopped and asked any accountant how they’re doing, the typical answer would be something like, “It’s crazy busy right now,” “I’m just so busy,” or “You know it’s busy season, right?” I’m going to bet you probably say something along those lines when someone asks how you’re doing as if throwing the word busy into your reply tells them everything they need to know. To be honest, It’s not our fault that we constantly describe ourselves as busy because the fact is we operate under tight dead...
Mar 26, 2023•22 min
When you hear the term “dream team,” what comes up for you? Do you think of it in terms of people at work? Or do you think about it in regard to sports? Maybe you think about it in terms of managing your own life, like the supportive people who make it possible for you to be a working mom. Whether it’s professionally or personally, without a well-managed team, it can be difficult to meet various goals. Each person on your team has the ability to bring their unique skills and talent to the table,...
Mar 19, 2023•23 min
As a female accountant, you have an impressive level of intelligence, whether you realize it or want to admit it. It doesn’t matter how challenging school may have been for you; if you are in any area of accounting, you are a smart woman. Now be honest - how difficult is it to admit or say out loud that you are a smart woman? Does it feel wrong to admit it? Does it feel boastful? Does it feel like a lie? Do you ever feel like you have to “dumb it down”? Are you afraid of being judged for being s...
Mar 12, 2023•22 min
In honor of Women's History Month, we interviewed a working mom who is changing the way women are taken care of before, during, and after their pregnancy. Meghan Doyle is the CEO & co-founder of Partum Health, a company offering families a combination of expert support that's right for you - from birth and postpartum doulas, mental health providers, lactation consultants, physical therapists, night nannies and more — all in one place, all designed around you. After her own issues with giving...
Mar 05, 2023•38 min
