Being a Business Owner

Alexis Charkiw

Join Alexis, entrepreneur and digital finance expert while she shares her business journey, insights and challenges since being a business owner.

  1. How Changing Careers Helped Me Build a Life-Led Business with Kate Brooks

    06/24/2025

    How Changing Careers Helped Me Build a Life-Led Business with Kate Brooks

    What does it really look like to build a business that works for your life, not the other way around? In this episode, I'm joined by Kate Brooks, equestrian coach turned driving instructor, outdoor adventurer, and long-time friend. She's spent the last 25+ years building a business that fits around family life, personal values, and (most importantly) her own definition of success. From freelance beginnings and accidental self-employment to finding her sweet spot with strong boundaries and a four-day workweek, Kate's story is a reminder that bigger isn't always better and that keeping things simple can be a power move. We're diving into: • How a shift in family priorities led to a career pivot (and a surprising new passion) • What people really misunderstand about being self-employed • Pricing fairly without penalising people who can't pay upfront • The emotional side of teaching (and what no one tells you about failed driving tests) • Why admin time and emotional labour count—even if you're not paid for them • Building boundaries, managing your energy, and being mentally present for the people that matter • Making space for joy outside of business (and what she's learned from walking solo as a woman) This one's warm, honest, and full of grounded perspective for anyone who's choosing a business that works with their life...not one that runs over it.   Let's Connect: Right Click Accounting LinkedIn Instagram   Connect with Kate Brooks: Instagram YouTube TikTok   Useful Links: Request to be a guest Get in touch

    39 min
  2. Stop Rebuilding the Same Business Systems Over and Over

    06/11/2025

    Stop Rebuilding the Same Business Systems Over and Over

    You know that feeling when you've finally got your business systems working...and then the software company gets bought out? Or goes under? Or completely changes everything you relied on? It's happened to me three times now. And honestly, I'm tired of rebuilding the same processes over and over again just because I can't control what happens to the tools I'm using. But the problem isn't just picking the "right" software. It's about building systems that can actually survive when things change...because they will! In this episode, I'm sharing what I'm doing differently this time around and why I think we need to stop thinking about "where we spend our time" and start thinking about "where we spend our attention." I'll be covering: • Why your business processes need to survive software changes • The difference between spending time vs. spending attention • What "staying in your lane" actually looks like in practice (because it's harder than it sounds) • How to create a central place for all your processes so your team can actually find them • The real reason most business processes fail (it's not about the software) So if you're tired of rebuilding the same systems every time something changes, or if you're running a business that feels like it's held together with digital duct tape, this episode will help you build something more sustainable.   Let's Connect: Right Click Accounting LinkedIn Instagram   Useful Links: Request to be a guest Get in touch

    20 min
  3. The Journey from Hair Stylist to Online Educator with Leah Pooni

    04/29/2025

    The Journey from Hair Stylist to Online Educator with Leah Pooni

    Transitioning from a traditional service-based career to the online world isn't without its challenges, but it can lead to incredible opportunities. In this episode, I sit down with Leah, an expert in the hair and beauty industry, to discuss her journey from working as a hair stylist to becoming an online educator. Leah's story is about more than just making a career change; it's about evolving and adapting every step of the way. We dive into how she's embraced ongoing learning, faced the challenges of shifting from a traditional service to an online space, and how setting boundaries has helped her strike a balance between professional growth and personal well-being.   We'll be talking more about: • Leah's early start in the hair and beauty world and how it shaped her career. • The big leap from face-to-face client work to launching online courses. • Why setting boundaries is crucial for business success...and your sanity. • The importance of never stopping learning, no matter how experienced you are. • Juggling business growth with family life (the highs, the lows, and everything in between) • Creating a unique, multicultural hair extension course with a holistic focus. • Real talk on the toughest days and the biggest wins when running your own business.   Let's Connect: Right Click Accounting LinkedIn Instagram   Connect with Leah Pooni: Website Instagram Facebook Relax & Glam Support Group   Useful Links: Request to be a guest

    54 min

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Join Alexis, entrepreneur and digital finance expert while she shares her business journey, insights and challenges since being a business owner.