I help entrepreneurs leapfrog over the typical potholes that derail most small businesses with inspiration, motivation, education, and support across a wide range of business topics drawn from over a decade of running my own business, teaching entrepreneurship for the City of New York, and coaching and consulting privately with dozens of women and minority small business owners. Honestly, why go it alone when help is an email away?
Money on My Mind
As Q4 quickly marches on, I want to spotlight two recent publications about money or, more specifically, money management.
Both are by savvy financial experts who also happen to be successful women entrepreneurs who truly know their stuff.
They have each volunteered their time to support my startup and growth classes for NYC's Small Business Services, and each brings their unique knowledge and voice to what is arguably a crowded field.
But, that's further reason to talk these women up.
Not only have I witnessed their ability to simplify the complexities of good fiscal management, but the way they weave their own and their clients' stories into their guidance and advice is educational, inspirational, and motivational, all at the same time.
Simple Choices Big Rewards in Money
by Ramona Cedano
Ramona is the CEO of FiBrick, a financial management firm that works with all sizes and types of small businesses, providing accounting, financial management, automation, and fractional CEO support. FiBrick also has a particular talent for supporting tech firms.
In her book, Ramona interweaves personal stories with sound and practical financial advice, guiding you to achieve financial freedom without putting limitations on your goals or lifestyle.
And, isn't that what we're all looking for, especially given the crazy economic times we're living in?
Available in both Kindle and Paperback editions.
Dancing with Numbers:
Grow a Financially Healthy Business and Choreograph the Life You Want
by Tricia Taitt
I love how this book essentially grew out of desperation on the part of small business owners struggling through the pandemic and turning to Tricia for help, hope, and a lifeline for their businesses.
Tricia is the CEO of FinCore, which provides both done-for-you and DIY financial management support, education, and tools.
I particularly love how Tricia uses her work as a professional dancer and the rehearsal process to approach good financial management. It's one of three core inspirations guiding her through what is gold for any small business owner looking to up their financial understanding and oversight to attain their goals and then some.
Available both Kindle and Paperback editions.
I'm confident you'll find both of these are savvy investments that will return dividends for years to come.
Just to be clear, I receive no financial compensation from the authors or Amazon for promoting these great books.
I truly believe they add important value during a time when we're all grappling with an economy that feels unmanageable and unsustainable for our lives and businesses.
If you've read a book lately that you think other entrepreneurs should read, please let me know. I'm always looking for resources to recommend!
Until next week, here's to your financial health and wellbeing!
PS - In case you missed it, last week I asked, You Feeling Lucky? And, discussed how you might draw more opportunities and luck to you.
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