210 | YOU are a CEO! (Time to talk MONEY.)
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
Release Date: 10/15/2024
210 | YOU are a CEO! (Time to talk MONEY.)
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
Mastering Business Finances: Tips, Mindset Shifts, and Empowerment for Professional Organizers LINKS FOR LISTENERS: Schedule a Zoom with Melissa to talk about joining our programs: Learn more about Inspired Organizer: Get in touch with Danielle and her team at Kickstart Accounting: I am talking to Danielle Hayden, founder of Kickstart Accounting Inc., to demystify the world of business finances. From actionable strategies in bookkeeping and tax planning to understanding the different financial roles like CPAs and CFOs, we are breaking down essential financial concepts and highlight...
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209 | "Everyone else is doing better than I am." Tangible tips to conquer comparisonitis as a professional organizer
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LINKS FOR LISTENERS: Schedule a zoom with Melissa to talk about how I can help you in your business! Connect with Melissa: "Boss October" Podcast: This week's pod... Conquering Comparisonitis: Overcoming Social Media Traps and Boosting Your Business Productivity It's October TO-DO list time in your business--but first, we're talking about a huge block a lot of organizers have, which is comparing yourself against other organizers! I'm talking 'comparisonitis'—the unhealthy habit of comparing yourself to others on social media—and offers practical advice to overcome...
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208 | LIVE from the How To Summit: Marketing Your Professional Organizing Business
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NEW FREE WORKSHOP!! Our new workshop, How Professional Organizers Can Get Clients WITHOUT using social media, is ready for you on demand at THIS WEEK ON THE POD: Fresh from the How To Summit in Austin, Texas, we are diving into a live recording of a marketing panel I moderated--featuring Blair Nastri of Erin Condren, and organizers Liz Wann and Cindy Huzenmen. We are talking about ALLLLLL things marketing for professional organizers--including concentrating on marketing, authenticity, and consistency in building a business. Key takeaways include personalized marketing strategies,...
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207 | Tackling panic moments, and how to sustain your pro organizing business: Day 4 of the Week of Cabri!
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Thank you to our special guest Cabri Carpenter for joining us for this entire week of podcast epsiodes! Today the discussion dives into handling panic moments within the business, setting up pricing strategies, and creating systems to sustain through unexpected situations. We also explore the power of community, the essential tools and courses, and the importance of promoting niche services in your pro organizing business! LINKS FOR LISTENERS Check out Pro Organizer Studio: Connect with Melissa: Learn more about Cabri:
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206 | Simple is BETTER + Working with ADHD clients: Week of Cabri day 3!
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It's Day 3 of the WEEK OF CABRI and we are diving into one of THE most important subjects for organizers--working with clients with ADHD. Adapting to clients with ADHD means talking about how we need to emphasize the wide spectrum of symptoms and the need for flexibility. We are also talking about the significance of not overcomplicating organizational systems and maintaining simplicity for clients. Lots of great things here for our favorite professional organizers! 00:55 The Importance of Working with ADHD Clients 01:34 Adapting to Clients' Needs 08:56 Simplifying the Organizing...
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205 | "Put that on a t-shirt and let me wear it!" | Day 2 of The Week of Cabri!
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How is the organizing business growing and changing--and how do YOU adapt so you don't lose out? We're talking about it today on Day 2 of the Week of Cabri on the pod! LINKS FOR LISTENERS: Our new free workshop: Connect with Melissa: Meet Cabri: Melissa is delving into the evolving landscape of the organizing industry with guest Cabri Carpenter of Minimize Then Organize in Lubbock, Texas. They discuss the impact of COVID-19 on business practices, the importance of adaptability and flexibility, and the necessity for organizers to embrace new technologies and strategies. The conversation...
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204 | Being a CEO | Building teams | Social Media + so much more with Cabri Carpenter
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It's part 1 of our WEEK OF CABRI here on the podcast--you are going to get lots of GREAT stuff from one of my favorite (and one of the most successful!) organizers that I know! LINKS FOR LISTENERS: New FREE workshop: Connect with Melissa: The Week of Cabri part 1: Business Growth, Team Dynamics, and Social Media Insights We are touching on various topics crucial for the professional organizing industry, including social media strategies, business reflection, team expansion, and the importance of knowing your numbers. Both Melissa and Cabri share their unique experiences and...
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203 | Nice to Meet You! I'm Melissa...
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Allow me to reintroduce myself! Get in touch with me at
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202 | Five Minutes of Not Caring At All (I can explain!!)
The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast
I love trying new things. So today, I'm honoring the modern day short attention span with A FIVE MINUTE PODCAST (but it's about an interesting topic!) I am here with Cabri Carpenter, a successful organizer at Minimize Then Organize in Texas, and coach at Inspired Organizer, to discuss the importance of appearing detached to attract more clients. Trust us!!! We can explain!! We also have a new on-demand FREE workshop titled 'How Professional Organizers Can Get Clients Without Using Social Media,' available at .
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201 | The Pro Organizer's Profit Plan Workshop
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Growing Your Professional Organizing Business I am about to launch a brand new free workshop, which means I am retiring a workshop called the "Pro Organizers Profit Plan." Jen and I created this workshop to help both new and experienced organizers streamline and grow their businesses. Key topics include overcoming common mistakes, effective marketing, personal branding, and leveraging systems and data to achieve goals. TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Introduction and Upcoming Changes 00:23 Retiring the Pro Organizers Profit Plan Workshop 01:41 Workshop Introduction...
info_outlineMastering Business Finances: Tips, Mindset Shifts, and Empowerment for Professional Organizers
LINKS FOR LISTENERS:
Schedule a Zoom with Melissa to talk about joining our programs: CLICK HERE
Learn more about Inspired Organizer: CLICK HERE
Get in touch with Danielle and her team at Kickstart Accounting: CLICK HERE
I am talking to Danielle Hayden, founder of Kickstart Accounting Inc., to demystify the world of business finances.
From actionable strategies in bookkeeping and tax planning to understanding the different financial roles like CPAs and CFOs, we are breaking down essential financial concepts and highlight the critical importance of knowing your numbers.
The discussion also delves into mindset shifts necessary for business success, especially for women entrepreneurs. Knowing your numbers actually means FREEDOM--and financial guidance can save and grow your business.
00:42 Tax Day and Financial Conversations
04:00 Introducing Danielle Hayden and Her Journey
08:25 Understanding Bookkeeping and Accounting
18:57 The Importance of Knowing Your Numbers
22:46 Budgeting and Financial Planning for Small Businesses
26:46 Support for Business Owners with Financial Challenges
28:07 Creating a Safe Space for Financial Conversations
29:34 Taking Responsibility as a Business Owner
30:28 The Importance of Nonjudgmental Financial Support
32:58 Understanding the Infinite Game of Business
35:33 The Role of Gender in Business Ownership
39:57 Practical Tips for Business Finances
41:20 Overcoming Financial Disorganization
45:22 The Importance of Separating Business and Personal Finances
46:50 Navigating State-Specific Financial Regulations
48:21 Breaking the Taboo: Talking About Money
52:07 How to Get Financial Help and Support
53:18 Conclusion and Final Thoughts