https://traffic.libsyn.com/cpa-moms-coach/309_-_Empowering_Questions_You_Should_Be_Asking_Yourself.mp3 Have you ever noticed how the questions you ask yourself can shape your entire day? It’s true! From the moment we wake up, we’re constantly asking ourselves questions, whether we realize it or not. The problem is that we’re asking very disempowering questions without realizing it.  For example, questions like “Why is this so hard?” or “Why aren’t there more hours in the day?” are just a few of the disempowering questions we ask ourselves. On the flip side, empowering questions can be a ..read more

https://traffic.libsyn.com/cpa-moms-coach/308_-_How_To_Stop_Letting_Fear_Control_Your_Life.mp3 Today, I want to talk about something we all experience but rarely discuss openly: fear. Fear is incredibly common and affects every single one of us, whether we're juggling work, home, or the million other things on our plates. But, why should we talk about fear? Well, discussing fear is important because it helps us understand it better and, more importantly, learn how to deal with it.  When we talk about fear, we can see it for what it really is and realize that it doesn't have to control o ..read more

https://traffic.libsyn.com/cpa-moms-coach/306_-_Effective_Communication_With_Your_Employer_as_a_Working_Mom.mp3 Before I get started, let me ask you a few questions: Have you ever hesitated to discuss your parenting needs with your employer, fearing it might impact their perception of your commitment? Do you struggle with finding a balance between meeting work deadlines and attending to your kids' needs? Are you looking for ways to create a more supportive and understanding work environment as a working mom? Do you wish you had more flexible work arrangements to better manage your dual roles ..read more

https://traffic.libsyn.com/cpa-moms-coach/305_-_Morning_Routines_that_Set_You_Up_for_Success.mp3 As a working mom, mornings can often be the bane of our existence, especially when we have young ones.  From getting the kids ready for school to preparing for a day full of accounting work, the morning hours can sometimes seem more like a chaotic race than a peaceful start to the day.  We've all been there—rushing through breakfast, hunting for missing shoes, and mentally juggling the day's to-do list before we've even had our first cup of coffee. But what if there was a way to transfo ..read more

https://traffic.libsyn.com/cpa-moms-coach/304_-_The_Challenges_and_Rewards_of_Being_a_Breadwinning_Mom.mp3 In today’s world, the traditional family setup is changing fast. More women are stepping up as the main earners in their families, balancing demanding jobs with family responsibilities.  The truth is that being a breadwinning mom is a journey filled with both challenges and rewards that change how we think about work, family, and personal fulfillment. If your day is anything like other accountant moms', you’re up before dawn, getting the kids ready for school, packing lunches, and ..read more

https://traffic.libsyn.com/cpa-moms-coach/303_-_Practicing_radical_gratitude.mp3 As a working mom, the daily grind can be overwhelming, and it's easy to get caught up in the stress and chaos, losing sight of the positive aspects of your life.  But what if there was a way to shift your perspective, find joy in the midst of the hustle, and improve your overall well-being? That’s where the concept of radical gratitude comes in. As I’ve shared recently, I had to have surgery, and they discovered endometrial cancer.  To say it was a shock is an understatement because my bloodwork had co ..read more

https://traffic.libsyn.com/cpa-moms-coach/302_-_5_Things_To_Quit_Right_Now.mp3 I’ve been talking to several working moms lately and have been interested in the things they’re doing that are making it difficult for them to live their best lives.  They’ve been sharing what’s working and what isn’t, but they’re also seeing their life from “inside their box.” What I mean by this is that they can get so caught up in their daily routines and struggles that it's hard for them to see things objectively. It's like they're stuck in a “box” made up of their comfort zones, habits, societal expectat ..read more

https://traffic.libsyn.com/cpa-moms-coach/301_-_The_Most_Important_Thing_You_Do_As_A_Female_Leader.mp3 I was asked to do a presentation for a Women in Accounting conference last month, but due to my surgery and cancer diagnosis, I wasn’t able to attend the conference.  Of course, my health had to come first, but to be honest, I was really bummed about not being able to do my presentation. Not only do I think it’s important to support women in accounting and those in leadership roles, but I also have a different perspective than you might expect.  I planned on explaining the secret ..read more

https://traffic.libsyn.com/cpa-moms-coach/300_-_The_Best_Of_The_CPA_MOMS_Podcast_-_Taking_Action_On_What_Youve_Learned_So_Far.mp3 I cannot believe I have been doing this podcast for 300 weeks and that it’s had over 90,000 downloads!  It’s been incredible to be able to research, write, record, edit, and produce a podcast every single week for almost 6 years. I looked back and saw that I did a Best of The CPA MOMS Podcast episode for #119, but I never thought I’d get to do another one for episode #300. One of my favorite things about doing this podcast each week is hearing from listeners ..read more

https://traffic.libsyn.com/cpa-moms-coach/298_-_Transitioning_From_Full-Time_To_Part-Time_Work.mp3 If you're anything like the accountant moms I work with, you're probably juggling a million things at once – from work deadlines to soccer practice pickups and everything in between. It's like we're the CEOs of our households, right?  But here's the thing – no matter how organized we try to be, there's always that nagging feeling that we could be doing better, managing our time more effectively. But if you were intrigued or confused by the title of this episode, thinking, “What does self-c ..read more