by Justine Lackey | Jul 12, 2023 | Life Wisdom
Lately I’ve been thinking about the things I would have done differently as a business owner if I had the option to turn back time and start it all over again. So for this particular item, I’ll let my good friend Riri do the intro: Okay, here it is: I wish I...
by Justine Lackey | Jul 10, 2023 | Life Wisdom
Self-reflection is a powerful thing, my friend. Being able to learn from our past selves is the key to growing as individuals, as bookkeepers, and as successful business owners. So as I reflect on the things I would have done differently as a budding business...
by Justine Lackey | Apr 14, 2023 | Life Wisdom, Sales, Service, Skills, Systems
Like Cher, I too sometimes wish I could turn back time. But alas, that’s not possible (yet!🤞). So instead, I’ve got to put on my big girl pants and turn my mistakes into life lessons — since that’s what us lady leaders are supposed to do. In my last post, I shared the...
by Justine Lackey | Mar 31, 2023 | Life Wisdom, Sales, Service, Skills, Systems
With over 15 years of experience owning a virtual bookkeeping business, I think it’s fair to say I’ve had my share of ups and downs. So for today’s post, I’m highlighting the best decisions I’ve made as a bookkeeper — specifically in relation to the core components of...
by Justine Lackey | Mar 22, 2023 | Life Wisdom
Here’s a fun – actually not fun at all – fact about me. There was a point in my life that I was nearly agoraphobic. Yes. Really. I was so scared I could barely leave my own home (agoraphobia is the irrational fear of leaving one’s own house). It...
by Justine Lackey | Feb 1, 2023 | Life Wisdom
Yes, I’m a strong independent woman — and I know you are too! But we still need high-functioning relationships in order to grow and scale our businesses. I’ve talked before about how the best way to market and grow is by embracing referrals. But you only get referrals...