Do you ever find yourself putting off tasks, thinking you’ll get to them “later”?

Do deadlines sneak up on you because you’ve delayed starting a project, hoping to work better under pressure?

What if procrastination wasn’t about being “lazy” but something deeper?

In this week’s podcast episode, I’m diving into the real reasons accountants procrastinate and helping you learn how to turn procrastination into productivity.

In this episode, I discuss:

✅ The Brain Science Behind Procrastination
✅ Understanding Procrastination vs. Avoidance
✅ The Concept Of “Permission-Giving Feelings”
✅ The Smarter Accountant Procrastination Framework
✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: Overcoming Procrastination
✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about everything you need to know about conquering procrastination.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Tax Season Survival Checklist HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast HERE

Do you feel like the quality of your work has grown, but your rates haven’t caught up?

Have you ever hesitated to raise your rates because you’re worried about how clients might react?

Or do you feel like you’re putting in more hours and effort than your current rates reflect?

If any of this resonates, you’re not alone. Raising your rates can feel like one of the hardest decisions to make—especially in a relationship-driven profession like accounting.

But here’s the thing: raising your rates isn’t just about money. It’s about recognizing your worth, valuing the expertise you’ve built, and making decisions that serve both your clients and your well-being.

In this episode, I discuss:

✅ Why Raising Your Rates is Essential This Tax Season
✅ The Mindset Shift Needed to Raise Rates
✅ The Brain Science Behind Rate Increases and Confidence
✅ Understanding Client Pushback and Why It’s Normal
✅ Setting Goals for Your Rate Increase
✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: Raising Her Rates With Confidence
✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about raising your rates with confidence this tax season.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quize HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

Have you ever caught yourself avoiding a conversation because you’re just not sure how to handle it?

Or maybe you’ve wondered, “How can I bring up this issue without causing friction?”

If you’ve ever found yourself hesitating before a tough talk—whether it’s with a client, colleague, or boss—you’re not alone.

In this week’s podcast episode, I’m diving deep into why these conversations are so challenging—and how to approach them in a way that makes them feel more manageable, even productive.

Imagine how much smoother your day would be if you could tackle sensitive topics without the dread, the awkwardness, or the fear of conflict.

In this episode, I discuss:

✅ Play 1: Understand the Brain Science Behind Tough Conversations

✅ Play 2: Prepare Your Mindset

✅ Play 3: Set the Stage for Collaboration

✅ Play 4: The Power of Words

✅ Play 5: Master the Art of Listening

✅ Play 6: Close with Confidence

✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: Examples Of Mastering Difficult Conversations

✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about mastering difficult conversations for accountants.

And thank you for being a part of this community. Let's all learn how to have happier, more sustainable accounting careers. We deserve it!

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