by Laura | Sep 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
Labor Day weekend is behind us, and you know what that means. Summer isn’t just winding down anymore. It’s officially over. There’s something about that Monday holiday that flips a switch, isn’t there? Suddenly the air feels different, the...
by Laura | Aug 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
It’s been just under a week since my kids have gone back to school, and while the summer heat is still in full swing, every time I look around there are signs of fall nearby. From shop windows to Facebook ads, pumpkin spice everything, and even a few...
by Laura | Aug 5, 2025 | Mindset & Entrepreneurial Wellness, Time Management & Productivity Strategies
Summer is winding down, and right now in my home things are filled with excitement. New teachers, new outfits, new school supplies, even a new school for my oldest. We’re all buzzing with anticipation. But in a week, I’ll be watching them get on the bus or...
by Laura | Mar 5, 2025 | Efficient Operations & Workflow Optimization
Let’s face it: the thought of creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) might make your eyes glaze over. But what if I told you they could be critical to transforming your business? SOPs aren’t just about ticking boxes. They’re about giving your...
by Laura | Feb 19, 2025 | Strategic Growth & Planning
It’s 2 AM, and your mind is racing through today’s unfinished tasks, tomorrow’s deadlines, and there’s that nagging feeling that something important slipped through the cracks. You’ve got all these business goals and you’re so overwhelmed...
by Laura | Feb 5, 2025 | Efficient Operations & Workflow Optimization
When was the last time you stopped to really look at your business systems? Not just the day-to-day band-aid fixes, but the entire framework that keeps your operation running? For most small business owners, the answer is ‘not since we started’ – and...
by Laura | Jan 22, 2025 | Time Management & Productivity Strategies
As a small business owner, I used to think I had a solid grasp on how I spent my working hours. After all, I was the one doing the work, right? But when I started my first time audit back in 2018, using nothing more than a paper planner and a highlighter, I discovered...
by Laura | Jan 8, 2025 | Mindset & Entrepreneurial Wellness
Saying no is hard. But setting boundaries as a business owner is critical for maintaining balance and avoiding burnout. As a recovering people-pleaser, I know this all too well. When you’re building a business, it feels like every “no” is throwing away an...
by Laura | Dec 18, 2024 | Strategic Growth & Planning
The start of a new year always feels full of possibilities. But, as a business owner, I know it’s easy to get buried in the day-to-day tasks, like managing clients, handling admin, and juggling a million other things. When you’re overwhelmed, setting goals can feel...
by Laura | Dec 4, 2024 | Mindset & Entrepreneurial Wellness
As the year winds down, it’s a natural time to pause and reflect on what’s happened in your business over the past 12 months. For small business owners, asking key business reflection questions can reveal what’s working, what needs adjusting, and what truly matters...
