What I Wish I Knew in Year One of My Business

If I could go back and talk to myself in that very first year of running my business, I wouldn’t start with advice or strategy.

I’d start with a hug.

Because, wow — those early days? They were a lot.

I was transitioning from life as a nurse practitioner to becoming a business owner. I was a mom of little ones, just trying to build something flexible, something of my own. But instead of feeling empowered, I mostly felt like I was drowning in decisions, to-do lists, and things I didn’t quite understand (hello, business finances).

I thought I had to do it all — the marketing, the operations, the client work, and yes, the bookkeeping too.

But here’s what I’ve learned since then:

Trying to DIY everything doesn’t make you more resourceful. It makes you more exhausted.

I felt constantly behind. I wasn’t sure if I was running my business the right way. I didn’t know what I needed to track or how to embrace the CEO role. I kept thinking, once I get a little bigger, I’ll get help. But the truth is — waiting only made the confusion grow.

And if that’s where you are right now? Feeling overwhelmed, unorganized, or unsure if you’re “doing it right”? I want you to know something important:

You don’t have to wait until tax season to get help.
You don’t have to be “good with numbers” to take control of your finances.
And you’re definitely not too small for support.

I love being able to help other business owners live their dreams lives and if you aren’t then its time to buy back some of your time!

You’ve got this — and I’m here to help. 💛

If you are looking for bookkeeping support, reach out. I’d love to have a conversation with you.