S02 EP03 | New Year, New Mindset: Strategic Business Growth in 2025

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Beyond the Receipts (Small Business Tax & Finances)

Hope Brown, The Tax Minded Bookkeeper

28 episodes

5 days ago

So you've always wanted to be an entrepreneur, but no one told you that tax and bookkeeping were going to be part of running your own business. Well, fear not. I'm Hope Brown, and this is Beyond the Receipts, a podcast for small business owners who are in the early stages of building their business but need a little help with the financial part. We'll be breaking down financial topics like taxes, bookkeeping, and more, in plain English so that you can learn what you need to run your business and stay compliant. So are you ready? Stay tuned!

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S02 EP03 | New Year, New Mindset: Strategic Business Growth in 2025

Beyond the Receipts (Small Business Tax & Finances)

25 minutes 26 seconds

10 months ago

S02 EP03 | New Year, New Mindset: Strategic Business Growth in 2025

In this empowering episode, Hope Brown welcomes Cristel Sias, a dynamic small business advisor with a rich background in executive coaching and strategic business development. With over 17 years of experience, Cristel has been instrumental in helping business owners develop profitable strategies, injecting $234 million in revenue into the local economy through the Goldman Sachs Small Business Program. Join us as Cristel shares invaluable insights on maintaining entrepreneur wellness while scaling your business effectively in 2025.

Key Topics:

Balancing personal values with business objectives
Maintaining mental wellness as an entrepreneur
Building effective business strategies
Creating strong support systems
Setting clear, actionable goals
Developing proactive leadership skills
Handling business ecosystem shifts

Essential Takeaways:

Schedule intentional breaks and outdoor time
Build a community of supportive peers
Set clear, time-bound goals
Focus on proactive rather than reactive leadership
Give yourself grace during the growth process
Practice patience in business development
Surround yourself with both mentors and mentees

Quotable Moments:

"Someone else's emergency doesn't necessarily call for your urgency." - Cristel Sias
"If you want to be the next millionaire, your six friends should be millionaires already." - Cristel Sias

Connecting with Cristel Sias:

Website: ⁠https://everydayconsulting.net/⁠
LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/cristelsias/⁠

Resources Mentioned:

Working with Brown Business Solutions and The Tax Minded Bookkeeper in 2025: https://bbizsolution.com/how-to-work-with-us
Join us for our 2025 Entrepreneurship (Financial, Tax, Bookkeeping) Lunch & Learn Training series: https://bbizsolution.com/lunch%2Flearn-series-2025
Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program: ⁠https://10ksbapply.com⁠

About the show: Beyond the Receipts with Hope Brown explores both the financial and personal aspects of entrepreneurship, bringing expert insights and practical advice to business owners ready to scale their success.