Have you ever said yes to something and instantly regretted it?

Do you feel guilty when you try to set a boundary—or worry what people will think?

Have you ever wondered how some accountants seem to protect their time without upsetting anyone?

If you’ve ever struggled to say no, you are definitely not alone.

And if you're tired of feeling pulled in a million different directions, I recorded this week's podcast episode just for you.

In this new episode of The Smarter Accountant Podcast, I’m talking about how smarter accountants protect their time and energy—without feeling guilty or selfish.

You work too hard to let your time be controlled by everything and everyone around you.

It’s time to start making decisions that serve you—and the people and work that matter most.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You feel like you’re always the “go-to” person for last-minute requests
  
• You constantly battle guilt when trying to say no
  
• You wish you could protect your time without damaging relationships or opportunities
  
• You know you need better boundaries but aren’t sure where to start

If any of that sounds familiar, you won't want to miss this one.

I’ll show you how saying no more often can actually make you a better, Smarter Accountant.

And thank you for being a part of this community. Let's all learn to have easier, and more successful balanced accounting careers.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant’s Cheat Sheet For Better Time Management HERE

Have you ever finished a big project and instead of feeling proud, you immediately started worrying about what could go wrong?

Or gotten great feedback from a client, only to think, “Did I miss something?”

Or finally felt like you could breathe for a minute—and then caught yourself bracing for bad news?

If you nodded yes to any of these, you're not alone.

This week on The Smarter Accountant Podcast, I’m talking about something most accountants deal with without even realizing it: foreboding joy.

It’s that feeling of uneasiness when things are going well—like happiness is suspicious and you better not get too comfortable.
And while it might seem harmless, it could be costing you way more than you think—your joy, your energy, and even your success.

You’ve worked hard to get where you are—you deserve to enjoy it, not constantly wait for it to fall apart.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You struggle to enjoy your accomplishments without immediately thinking of what’s next
• You often feel guilty or uneasy when you try to relax
• You feel like you're always "on," even when things are going well
• You have a hard time trusting that good moments can just be good
• You want to start celebrating wins without fear tagging along

Listen to the episode now and give yourself permission to enjoy the good moments you've earned.

You’re already smart.

This will help you become even smarter—and a whole lot happier, too.

And thank you for being a part of this community. Let's all learn to have easier, and more successful balanced accounting careers.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant’s Cheat Sheet For Better Time Management HERE

Have you ever caught yourself rewriting an email three times because it didn’t sound perfect yet?

Or maybe you’ve spent hours fine-tuning a report, even though it was already good enough?

Or you finally finish something... but you still can’t stop thinking about whether you should have done more?

If any of that sounds familiar, you're not alone—and you're exactly who I had in mind when I created this week's podcast episode.

The truth is, perfectionism feels like it should help you do better work. But most of the time, it just steals your time, drains your energy, and leaves you feeling behind—no matter how hard you work.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You struggle to feel "done" with your work, even after you’ve finished it
  
• You notice yourself double- and triple-checking things out of habit
  
• You often spend way more time on tasks than you planned to
  
• You feel guilty when you stop working—even if you've already done a lot
  
• You know perfectionism is holding you back, but you’re not sure how to break the cycle

I’ll also be sharing a personal story about how I learned to let go of perfectionism (after years of thinking it was my secret weapon) and how that shift made a huge difference—not just in my work, but in my life.

I can’t wait for you to hear this one. It’s a game-changer if you’ve been feeling stuck in "never enough" mode.

And thank you for being a part of this community. Let's all learn to have easier, and more successful balanced accounting careers.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant’s Cheat Sheet For Better Time Management HERE

Have you ever made a plan for your day…only to find yourself checking email, grabbing a snack, or saying yes to something you didn’t even want to do?

It can feel like your brain takes over—and you’re just along for the ride.

If you’ve ever felt out of control during the day, even when you’re checking things off your list, you’re not alone.

It’s not about how busy you are. It’s about what’s happening behind the scenes in your brain.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You make good plans but often feel like you’re reacting all day
  
• You struggle to stop working, checking email, or doing "one more thing"
  
• You feel frustrated that you’re productive but still feel behind or scattered
  
• You want to feel calm and in control, not rushed and stressed

Learning how to allow urges instead of reacting to them has been a game changer for me—and for so many accountants I coach.

I can’t wait for you to hear how simple (and powerful) this can be.

And thank you for being a part of this community. Let's all learn to have easier, and more successful balanced accounting careers.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant’s Cheat Sheet For Better Time Management HERE

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "Does work really have to feel this exhausting?"

Or maybe, "If I could just tweak a few things, would this job feel easier?"

If so, this week’s episode of The Smarter Accountant Podcast is for you.

We’re talking about something most accountants have never been taught: The concept of Job Crafting.

It’s not about switching careers or adding more to your plate. It’s about making small, smart changes to the work you’re already doing—so it fits you better.

When you understand how to use job crafting, you can make your day feel less draining, more manageable, and even a little more enjoyable.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You like parts of your job but feel buried under everything else
  
• You’re feeling stuck, drained, or wondering if things could be easier
  
• You’re ready for work to feel lighter without needing a huge changes.

Small changes really can make a big difference.

I can’t wait for you to hear this one!


You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

Do you ever feel like no matter how much you get done, it’s never enough?

Like you're always reacting—checking email, jumping from task to task—while the most important work keeps getting pushed aside?

What if the problem isn’t your workload… but a habit you don’t even realize you have?

In this week’s episode of The Smarter Accountant Podcast, I’m sharing the one mental habit that’s secretly making so many accountants feel stressed, overworked, and stuck in constant urgency.

It’s something I see all the time in coaching—and once you spot it, you’ll start to understand why your brain keeps pushing you to work harder instead of smarter.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You end most days feeling behind, no matter how much you accomplished
  
• You say yes to things you don’t have time for
  
• You’re craving more control over your time and focus

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about the one mental habit that's secretly making accountants miserable.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything “right” when it comes to managing your time—

Waking up early
Making to-do lists
Putting in extra hours

… and yet, you still end the day feeling behind, drained, and frustrated?

What if the problem isn’t you—but the advice you’ve been following?

In this week’s episode, I’m uncovering the top 10 time management lies accountants are told—and how believing them might be making your work and life harder than they need to be.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You’ve been following all the “rules” and still feel like you’re barely staying afloat
  
• You constantly feel like you need to do more, even when you’re exhausted
  
• You’ve tried time blocking, prioritizing, or waking up earlier—but it hasn’t helped
  
• You’re starting to wonder if there’s a smarter way to manage your time (hint: there is)

If time management has ever felt like a constant struggle, I promise this episode is going to shine a light on why—and what to start doing instead.

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about the top 10 time management lies accountants need to stop believing.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

Did this tax season feel like a blur?

Are you still recovering from the long hours, the constant pressure, and that never-ending sense of urgency?

Or maybe you’re just ready to move on and never think about it again until next year.

I get it. Most accountants feel the same way once tax season ends. But what if the best thing you could do right now is actually to pause—and look back?

In this week’s episode of The Smarter Accountant Podcast, I’m walking you through a powerful (but simple) process I call the Tax Season Autopsy—a quick, honest look at what worked, what didn’t, and what you’d want to do differently next time.

No guilt. No shame. Just clarity and smarter decisions for your future self.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You’ve ever said, “Next year will be different”—but it never really is
• You’re too exhausted to reflect, but you know something needs to change
• You want to be a better leader, planner, or protector of your time
• You’re ready to stop repeating the same patterns that burn you out

This episode might be exactly what you need because a few minutes of reflection now could make next tax season feel a whole lot lighter.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE