Have you ever felt like your work has become more than just a job, but a huge part of your identity?

Do you find yourself working longer hours, pushing through exhaustion, and putting your personal life on hold just to keep up?

If so, you might be caught in something called work martyrdom. But don’t worry—you’re not alone.

In this week’s podcast episode, I’m diving deep into this all-too-common mindset and how it’s holding accountants back.

If you’ve been feeling trapped in the grind, this episode is for you. It’s time to rethink the way we work and live.

In this episode, I discuss:

✅ Why Work Martyrdom Is a Problem For Accountants
✅ The Brain Science Behind Work Martyrdom
✅ Signs of Work Martyrdom You Need to Pay Attention To
✅ How to Stop Work Martyrdom
✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: Letting Go Of Work Martyrdom
✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about work martyrdom.

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

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You worked hard to become an accountant, but have you ever wondered if there's a way to be both successful and happy in your career?

Do you ever feel like you're stuck in the grind, always chasing more without really enjoying the success you're working so hard for?

In this week’s podcast episode, I’m sharing a story that changed the way I look at work and life.

My mentor, who’s one of the most successful businesswomen I know, revealed something in a multi-millionaire mastermind group that stunned the room.

And, let me tell you, her secret had nothing to do with working more hours or harder days.

In this episode, I discuss:

✅ The Thing Most Accountants Ignore At A Cost To Themselves
✅ The Brain Science Behind Happy, Successful Accountants
✅ Using The Secret Weapon
✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: Becoming a Happy, Successful Accountant
✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about the hidden secret behind happy, successful accountants.

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 taken one of those personality tests—like DISC, Myers-Briggs, or the Enneagram—and thought, “Well, that explains why I do what I do”?

But let me ask you - Do you think your personality is set in stone, or is there room for change?

In this week’s podcast episode, I’m exploring the surprising truth about how your personality isn’t as fixed as you might think.

I'm diving into why those labels from personality tests—like “Introvert” or “Perfectionist”—might be holding you back, and how you can start to reshape who you are over time.

In this episode, I discuss:

✅ Your Personality is Not Set in Stone
✅ The Role of Your Brain in Shaping Personality
✅ Becoming the Architect of Your Personality
✅ Overcoming Obstacles to Change
✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: Showing That Your Personality Isn’t Permanent
✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about changing your personality if you want to.

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 HERE

Have you ever felt like everything is piling up, and no matter how hard you try, it feels impossible to stay on top of it all?

Do you ever catch yourself thinking, “I should have it all together by now,” but instead, you’re juggling more than you can handle?

If so, you’re not alone—and this week’s podcast episode is just for you.

In the latest episode, “How to Be Okay When Things Aren’t,” I’m sharing practical steps on how to navigate those tough moments when it feels like everything is going wrong.

In this episode, I discuss:

✅ Understanding How Your Accountant Brain Processes Emotions
✅ The Pitfall of Forcing Positivity
✅ Steps to Take When Life Isn’t Going Your Way
✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: My Story Of Being Okay When Things Aren’t
✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about how to be okay when things aren't.

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

Ever find yourself crossing things off your to-do list all day but still feeling like you’re falling behind?

Do you ever wonder if you’re really getting the right things done, or just staying busy without making progress?

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and that’s exactly what I’m tackling in my latest podcast episode.

In this week's episode, I dive into some of the biggest misconceptions about to-do lists that I see accountants struggle with every day.

In this episode, I discuss:

✅ Not Everything On Your List Is Yours To Do
✅ Your Brain Gets Automatically Overwhelmed By To-Do Lists
✅ Crossing Things Off Your To-Do List Is NOT Time Management
✅ Not All Hours Are Created Equal
✅ If You Don’t Know How to Manage Your Mind, You Don’t Know How to Manage Your Time
✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: Getting A Better Handle On Time Management
✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about everything you need to know about to-do lists.

And thank you for being a part of this community. Let's all learn to take manage our time better so that we can have sustainable accounting careers.

You can read the show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

Ever feel like your to-do list just keeps getting longer, no matter how much you get done?

Or that the emails, deadlines, and last-minute requests are pulling you in a hundred directions at once?

What if I told you that it doesn’t have to be this way?

In this week’s podcast episode, I'm diving into how you can shift from feeling overwhelmed and reactive to being proactive and in control of your day.

And yes—there’s science behind it!

In this episode, I discuss:

✅ The Overwhelm Of Information Overload
✅ The Power of Being Proactive
✅ Your Brain’s Role in Taking Back Control of Your Time
✅ How to Use the Power of Being Proactive
✅ Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: From Overwhelmed To In Control
✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about the brain science behind taking back control of your time.

And thank you for being a part of this community. Let's all learn to take back control of our time so we can have more time for the things and the people we love.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Podcast HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

As accountants, we’re experts at solving financial problems, but what happens when we face personal challenges?

Whether it’s juggling deadlines, managing client expectations, not having enough time, or balancing work and family life, it can feel overwhelming.

In this week’s podcast episode, I’m sharing a powerful tool that will help you approach both personal and professional challenges with clarity and confidence.

This episode will show you how to shift your perspective and tackle problems head-on, using a tool that you can apply immediately.

In this episode, I discuss:

✅ The Formula Behind Every Solution
✅ Getting Started With Solving Any Problem
✅ The Brain’s Role in Problem-Solving
✅ Using The Formula To Rewire Your Brain for Better Problem-Solving
✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: Learning To Solve Any Problem
✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about solving your problems with more ease and control.

And thank you for being a part of this community. Let's all learn to solve our problems so we can have more sustainable accounting careers.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take The Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

Have you ever found yourself hesitating to set ambitious goals or try new things because of the fear of failing? Or giving up before you know you should?

If so, you're not alone, but I have some good news for you!

In this week’s podcast episode, I’m diving into a topic we all face but rarely talk about: failure. But not just any failure—I'm talking about the difference between escape fails that hold you back and worthy fails that propel you forward.

By the end of this episode, you'll see failure in a whole new light. You’ll learn how to identify when you're holding yourself back with escape fails and how to embrace worthy fails as essential stepping stones on your journey to success.

In this episode, I discuss:

✅ The Fear of Failure

✅ The Hidden Value in Failure

✅ Your Brain's Role in Escape Fails vs. Worthy Fails

✅ Understanding Escape Fails Better

✅ Understanding Worthy Fails Better

✅ Becoming a Smarter Accountant: Knowing The Difference Between An Escape Fail And A Worthy Fail

✅ Key Takeaway And Action Item

Tune in to The Smarter Accountant Podcast today and join the discussion about the difference between an escape fail and a worthy fail.

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