Can your small business afford to miss out on the financial tools that could save you time and money? Join us for an insightful conversation with Serena Shoup, an accomplished CPA turned small business owner, as she breaks down her top recommendations for small business finance management. Serena takes us through the benefits of using Relay, an online banking platform that supports the Profit First methodology, and shows how it seamlessly integrates with popular accounting software like QuickBooks and Xero. Learn why separating your business and personal finances is crucial and how Relay's features can simplify team spending management, providing practical solutions for every small business owner.

Ever wondered which accounting software offers the best control mechanisms? In this episode, we explore the critical importance of audit trails and user access controls by comparing Xero and QuickBooks Online. Serena shares how Xero’s inability to delete transactions enhances security and oversight, making it a preferred choice for security-conscious business owners. She also delves into the advantages of integrating Google Drive, Xero, and HubDoc to streamline your bookkeeping and document management. From setting up these systems quickly to the benefits of outsourcing bookkeeping tasks, this episode is packed with actionable steps to help you stay organized and maintain peace of mind with your small business finances. Tune in and discover how modern tools can transform your financial processes, making your business run smoother and more efficiently.

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Unlock the secrets to streamlined team communication with our latest People Gardener podcast episode featuring Morgan Seeber, co-founder of Auxbox. Have you ever struggled with managing scattered communications across multiple platforms? Morgan shares how his team transitioned from using Facebook Messenger, email, and text to the all-in-one solution of Slack, thanks to a savvy employee with corporate experience. This episode is packed with valuable insights into how Slack can transform your team's communication strategies, helping you stay organized and focused on what truly matters.

Join us as Morgan provides an insider's look at the practical functionalities of Slack, from creating dedicated channels for various projects to utilizing direct messages and video calls. Discover the advantages of having specific channels that involve only relevant team members, cutting through the noise of unnecessary communication. Whether you're a small business owner looking to enhance your internal communication or simply curious about Slack, this episode offers actionable tips and firsthand experiences that can help boost your leadership skills and team efficiency.

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Ever wondered how your voice might be sabotaging your connection with your audience? This week on the People Gardener podcast, I share my transformative experience with a voice audit conducted by Tracy Goodwin, a leading voice psychology expert with nearly three decades of research under her belt. Tracy's insights revealed how the "masks" we wear—often shaped by our life experiences and traumas—can alter our communication, sometimes with unintended negative effects. Whether you're a small business owner, an aspiring leader, or simply someone who wants to communicate more effectively, you'll find invaluable lessons on how to harness the true power of your voice.

During my audit, Tracy pinpointed how a tone of desperation could make my passion for helping small business owners come across as off-putting. She likened our voices to an orchestra, where not inviting all instruments to play can result in a one-dimensional or unappealing sound. This episode is packed with Tracy's eye-opening advice and actionable steps to help you reflect your true self through your voice. Tune in to discover how to connect more authentically with your audience and become a more effective leader by refining the symphony of sounds that is your voice.

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