Be a PROFITABLE Badass Small Business Owner

Tammy Adams
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You Don't Have a Revenue Problem. You Have a Profit Problem! If you're working your butt off and still not making real profit… this channel is for you. Most small business owners don't have a sales problem. They have a numbers problem. You don't need complicated spreadsheets. You don't need corporate finance talk. You need to understand what your Profit & Loss is actually telling you. Here's what we do around here: • Break down your numbers in plain English • Show you how to use QuickBooks reports to grow profit • Help you price smarter • Help you stop guessing • Help you finally pay yourself consistently Because sales without profit? That's just an expensive hobby. If you're ready to stop reliving the same year over and over… Welcome to the profit game My Badass Business Owner!

  1. What Makes Your Business Different?

    5D AGO

    What Makes Your Business Different?

    Why should a customer choose you over your competition? If you cannot answer that clearly, you are making it harder than it needs to be to grow your business. In this video, we talk about what it really takes to stand out. Whether it is choosing a niche, delivering exceptional customer service, or solving a specific problem better than anyone else, your goal is to become the obvious choice. We also talk about how your competition is not the enemy. It is actually one of your best teachers. Study what they do well, not just what they do wrong, and use those insights to improve your own business. At the end of the day, standing out is not about being louder. It is about understanding what your customers truly want and becoming the business that delivers it best. -----------------------------   DIVE IN DEEPER & LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR NUMBERS 👉 Check Out the AFFORDABLE - Know Your Business Numbers Course http://KnowYourBusinessNumbersCourse.com     NEED A BOOKKEEPER?  👉 Check out BABO Bookkeeping.  https://babobookkeeping.com  Yep! We can help you do your bookkeeping so you can focus on growing your business!   CONTACT ME:   👉  Bookkeeping for Your Business: tammy@babobookkeeping.com   WATCH VIDEOS:  👉 Watch on the Youtube Channel - Plus EXTRA TRAININGS on there:  https://www.youtube.com/@BadassBusinessOwners    -----------------------------  TOOLS TO HELP YOU RUN A BETTER BUSINESS Recommended Bookkeeping: 👉 The #1 Tool You Need:  Quickbooks Online - https://babolearning.com/quickbooks  You must have a good, easy to use bookkeeping system. The #1 option for those needing invoicing & online payments  -----------------------------     Books I Recommend to Help You Take Your Business to the Next Level 👉 Profit First by Mike Michalowicz – https://amzn.to/3nBsCRC 👉 eMyth Revisited by Michael Gurber - https://amzn.to/3bMDTeR 👉 How to Grow Your Small Business: A 6-Step Plan to Help Your Business Take Off – Donald Miller - https://amzn.to/4bvCDX8 👉 Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/3kpXs1m 👉 Building a Storybrand by Donald Miller - https://amzn.to/3y5t0fS 👉 The ONE Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan - https://amzn.to/3yciFi7 👉 The 12 Week Year - Brian Moran & Michael Lennington - https://amzn.to/3R54Smi  ----------------------------    👉  DISCLAIMER on Affiliate Links: I occasionally will have some affiliate links & I do earn a small commission but at no cost to you. I only recommend companies or items that I believe will save you time, money or help make your business better   👉  DISCLAIMER:  I am not an attorney, CPA, insurance agent or financial advisor. My videos/podcast are for entertainment & educational purposes only and should not be construed as tax, legal, insurance or financial advice. Please seek out a qualified CPA, attorney, or specialist as needed.  I'm sharing my experiences with my businesses and those I have worked for and/or helped coach.

    10 min
  2. You Might Also Like: A Better Way to Money

    5D AGO ·  BONUS

    You Might Also Like: A Better Way to Money

    Introducing Think Like an Investor When You Buy a Home from A Better Way to Money. Follow the show: A Better Way to Money Buying a home has never felt more daunting—and for a lot of people, it feels impossible to buy the right property for the right price. Real estate investor and podcast host Henry Washington has been there. He went from living paycheck to paycheck to building a portfolio of 100+ properties. He’s not here to make it sound easy; he’s here to make it feel possible. In this episode, Henry walks you through the “Investor Mindset” and the real-world cheat codes that help any buyer make a smarter move—wherever you are in the journey. First home or third, just starting to look or ready to sign: Henry has something for you. Download our free Family Finances Workbook and start mapping out your path to homeownership TODAY: https://www.northwesternmutual.com/podcast/  Connect with Henry Washington: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehenrywashington/ Real Estate Deal Maker - https://store.biggerpockets.com/products/real-estate-deal-maker? On the Market Podcast - https://www.biggerpockets.com/podcasts/on-the-market Connect with Northwestern Mutual: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northwesternmutual Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northwesternmutual/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/northwestern-mutual/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northwesternmutual DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. Sales Up, Profit Down? Here's Where Your Money Is Going

    APR 27

    Sales Up, Profit Down? Here's Where Your Money Is Going

    Your sales are up… but your profit is down. What is going on? Too many business owners find themselves working harder, bringing in more revenue, and still making less money. The first step to fixing it is not guessing. It is going straight to your Profit & Loss and comparing it to previous time periods. Most people jump straight to cutting expenses, and yes, that matters. But the real issue for many businesses is sitting in payroll, payroll taxes, and subcontractors. Instead of improving processes and developing their team, they keep adding more people. And now payroll is eating up all the profit. Today, we break down where to look, what trends to watch for, and how to address the real problem so your business can become more efficient and more profitable. -----------------------------   DIVE IN DEEPER & LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR NUMBERS 👉 Check Out the AFFORDABLE - Know Your Business Numbers Course http://KnowYourBusinessNumbersCourse.com     NEED A BOOKKEEPER?  👉 Check out BABO Bookkeeping.  https://babobookkeeping.com  Yep! We can help you do your bookkeeping so you can focus on growing your business!   CONTACT ME:   👉  Bookkeeping for Your Business: tammy@babobookkeeping.com   WATCH VIDEOS:  👉 Watch on the Youtube Channel - Plus EXTRA TRAININGS on there:  https://www.youtube.com/@BadassBusinessOwners    -----------------------------  TOOLS TO HELP YOU RUN A BETTER BUSINESS Recommended Bookkeeping: 👉 The #1 Tool You Need:  Quickbooks Online - https://babolearning.com/quickbooks  You must have a good, easy to use bookkeeping system. The #1 option for those needing invoicing & online payments  -----------------------------     Books I Recommend to Help You Take Your Business to the Next Level 👉 Profit First by Mike Michalowicz – https://amzn.to/3nBsCRC 👉 eMyth Revisited by Michael Gurber - https://amzn.to/3bMDTeR 👉 How to Grow Your Small Business: A 6-Step Plan to Help Your Business Take Off – Donald Miller - https://amzn.to/4bvCDX8 👉 Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/3kpXs1m 👉 Building a Storybrand by Donald Miller - https://amzn.to/3y5t0fS 👉 The ONE Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan - https://amzn.to/3yciFi7 👉 The 12 Week Year - Brian Moran & Michael Lennington - https://amzn.to/3R54Smi  ----------------------------    👉  DISCLAIMER on Affiliate Links: I occasionally will have some affiliate links & I do earn a small commission but at no cost to you. I only recommend companies or items that I believe will save you time, money or help make your business better   👉  DISCLAIMER:  I am not an attorney, CPA, insurance agent or financial advisor. My videos/podcast are for entertainment & educational purposes only and should not be construed as tax, legal, insurance or financial advice. Please seek out a qualified CPA, attorney, or specialist as needed.  I'm sharing my experiences with my businesses and those I have worked for and/or helped coach.

    16 min
  4. Easy Way to Know if it is Worth the Money

    APR 20

    Easy Way to Know if it is Worth the Money

    So you want to spend $500 in your business, but when will you make your money back?  Maybe it is advertising, people, a course, or even a lunch. Everything you spend comes at a cost. Don't make this mistake so many folks make in thinking the first $500 will pay you back. It doesn't work like that.  -----------------------------   DIVE IN DEEPER & LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR NUMBERS 👉 Check Out the AFFORDABLE - Know Your Business Numbers Course http://KnowYourBusinessNumbersCourse.com     NEED A BOOKKEEPER?  👉 Check out BABO Bookkeeping.  https://babobookkeeping.com  Yep! We can help you do your bookkeeping so you can focus on growing your business!   CONTACT ME:   👉  Bookkeeping for Your Business: tammy@babobookkeeping.com   WATCH VIDEOS:  👉 Watch on the Youtube Channel - Plus EXTRA TRAININGS on there:  https://www.youtube.com/@BadassBusinessOwners    -----------------------------  TOOLS TO HELP YOU RUN A BETTER BUSINESS Recommended Bookkeeping: 👉 The #1 Tool You Need:  Quickbooks Online - https://babolearning.com/quickbooks  You must have a good, easy to use bookkeeping system. The #1 option for those needing invoicing & online payments  -----------------------------     Books I Recommend to Help You Take Your Business to the Next Level 👉 Profit First by Mike Michalowicz – https://amzn.to/3nBsCRC 👉 eMyth Revisited by Michael Gurber - https://amzn.to/3bMDTeR 👉 How to Grow Your Small Business: A 6-Step Plan to Help Your Business Take Off – Donald Miller - https://amzn.to/4bvCDX8 👉 Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/3kpXs1m 👉 Building a Storybrand by Donald Miller - https://amzn.to/3y5t0fS 👉 The ONE Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan - https://amzn.to/3yciFi7 👉 The 12 Week Year - Brian Moran & Michael Lennington - https://amzn.to/3R54Smi  ----------------------------    👉  DISCLAIMER on Affiliate Links: I occasionally will have some affiliate links & I do earn a small commission but at no cost to you. I only recommend companies or items that I believe will save you time, money or help make your business better   👉  DISCLAIMER:  I am not an attorney, CPA, insurance agent or financial advisor. My videos/podcast are for entertainment & educational purposes only and should not be construed as tax, legal, insurance or financial advice. Please seek out a qualified CPA, attorney, or specialist as needed.  I'm sharing my experiences with my businesses and those I have worked for and/or helped coach.

    11 min
  5. Find Hidden Profits in Your Last 90 Days

    APR 13

    Find Hidden Profits in Your Last 90 Days

    Your Profit & Loss statement is more than just a report. It is a roadmap to better decisions and higher profits. Today, we walk through how to review the last 3 months of your P&L and use it to spot trends that matter. You will learn how to compare your most recent month to prior months, look at year to date performance, and compare it to last year to see what is really changing in your business. We also talk about how to find hidden profits, identify profit leaks, review payroll, and uncover broken processes that are costing you money. Your numbers will show you exactly where the problems and opportunities are if you take the time to look. If you want a more profitable business, start by understanding the trends in your numbers. -----------------------------   DIVE IN DEEPER & LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR NUMBERS 👉 Check Out the AFFORDABLE - Know Your Business Numbers Course http://KnowYourBusinessNumbersCourse.com     NEED A BOOKKEEPER?  👉 Check out BABO Bookkeeping.  https://babobookkeeping.com  Yep! We can help you do your bookkeeping so you can focus on growing your business!   CONTACT ME:   👉  Bookkeeping for Your Business: tammy@babobookkeeping.com   WATCH VIDEOS:  👉 Watch on the Youtube Channel - Plus EXTRA TRAININGS on there:  https://www.youtube.com/@BadassBusinessOwners    -----------------------------  TOOLS TO HELP YOU RUN A BETTER BUSINESS Recommended Bookkeeping: 👉 The #1 Tool You Need:  Quickbooks Online - https://babolearning.com/quickbooks  You must have a good, easy to use bookkeeping system. The #1 option for those needing invoicing & online payments  -----------------------------     Books I Recommend to Help You Take Your Business to the Next Level 👉 Profit First by Mike Michalowicz – https://amzn.to/3nBsCRC 👉 eMyth Revisited by Michael Gurber - https://amzn.to/3bMDTeR 👉 How to Grow Your Small Business: A 6-Step Plan to Help Your Business Take Off – Donald Miller - https://amzn.to/4bvCDX8 👉 Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/3kpXs1m 👉 Building a Storybrand by Donald Miller - https://amzn.to/3y5t0fS 👉 The ONE Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan - https://amzn.to/3yciFi7 👉 The 12 Week Year - Brian Moran & Michael Lennington - https://amzn.to/3R54Smi  ----------------------------    👉  DISCLAIMER on Affiliate Links: I occasionally will have some affiliate links & I do earn a small commission but at no cost to you. I only recommend companies or items that I believe will save you time, money or help make your business better   👉  DISCLAIMER:  I am not an attorney, CPA, insurance agent or financial advisor. My videos/podcast are for entertainment & educational purposes only and should not be construed as tax, legal, insurance or financial advice. Please seek out a qualified CPA, attorney, or specialist as needed.  I'm sharing my experiences with my businesses and those I have worked for and/or helped coach.

    14 min
  6. Subcontractor Bookkeeping Mistakes That Can Cost You Money!

    APR 6

    Subcontractor Bookkeeping Mistakes That Can Cost You Money!

    Are you handling your subcontractors the right way when you pay them? This is one area where small mistakes can turn into big problems. Let's break down the difference between a subcontractor and an employee, and why it matters for your business. We also walk through the correct way to pay subcontractors, what information you need to collect, and why getting a W9 is not optional. If you skip these steps, you could end up paying more in taxes or even violating the law. This is not about making things complicated. It is about protecting your business and doing things the right way from the start. -----------------------------   DIVE IN DEEPER & LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR NUMBERS 👉 Check Out the AFFORDABLE - Know Your Business Numbers Course http://KnowYourBusinessNumbersCourse.com     NEED A BOOKKEEPER?  👉 Check out BABO Bookkeeping.  https://babobookkeeping.com  Yep! We can help you do your bookkeeping so you can focus on growing your business!   CONTACT ME:   👉  Bookkeeping for Your Business: tammy@babobookkeeping.com   WATCH VIDEOS:  👉 Watch on the Youtube Channel - Plus EXTRA TRAININGS on there:  https://www.youtube.com/@BadassBusinessOwners    -----------------------------  TOOLS TO HELP YOU RUN A BETTER BUSINESS Recommended Bookkeeping: 👉 The #1 Tool You Need:  Quickbooks Online - https://babolearning.com/quickbooks  You must have a good, easy to use bookkeeping system. The #1 option for those needing invoicing & online payments  -----------------------------     Books I Recommend to Help You Take Your Business to the Next Level 👉 Profit First by Mike Michalowicz – https://amzn.to/3nBsCRC 👉 eMyth Revisited by Michael Gurber - https://amzn.to/3bMDTeR 👉 How to Grow Your Small Business: A 6-Step Plan to Help Your Business Take Off – Donald Miller - https://amzn.to/4bvCDX8 👉 Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/3kpXs1m 👉 Building a Storybrand by Donald Miller - https://amzn.to/3y5t0fS 👉 The ONE Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan - https://amzn.to/3yciFi7 👉 The 12 Week Year - Brian Moran & Michael Lennington - https://amzn.to/3R54Smi  ----------------------------    👉  DISCLAIMER on Affiliate Links: I occasionally will have some affiliate links & I do earn a small commission but at no cost to you. I only recommend companies or items that I believe will save you time, money or help make your business better   👉  DISCLAIMER:  I am not an attorney, CPA, insurance agent or financial advisor. My videos/podcast are for entertainment & educational purposes only and should not be construed as tax, legal, insurance or financial advice. Please seek out a qualified CPA, attorney, or specialist as needed.  I'm sharing my experiences with my businesses and those I have worked for and/or helped coach.

    16 min
  7. I Haven't Taken a Vacation in 10 Years… Here's Why That's a Problem

    MAR 23

    I Haven't Taken a Vacation in 10 Years… Here's Why That's a Problem

    I'm going to be honest… I haven't taken a real vacation in over 10 years, and I barely take a day off. And that's not something to be proud of. Today, we talk about how constantly working without rest is actually hurting your business. As small business owners, we think grinding nonstop is the path to success. But without time for mental and physical rest, our decision making suffers, our creativity drops, and we lose the ability to think strategically about growth. Taking time off is not lazy. It is necessary. It gives your brain space to reset, reflect, and plan your next moves. If you want to be a better business owner, you have to take care of yourself first. This is your reminder to step away, recharge, and come back stronger.

    15 min
  8. You Do Not Have to Grow a Big Business to Make Great Money

    MAR 16

    You Do Not Have to Grow a Big Business to Make Great Money

    Not every business owner wants to build a big company with employees and layers of management. Some people simply want a profitable business they can run themselves. And that is completely valid. Let's talk about the realities of staying solo in business. There are challenges, including the lack of income security when work slows down. But there are also powerful advantages if you run the business intentionally. We discuss how solo business owners can maximize their profits by focusing on efficiency, pricing correctly, and knowing exactly what financial goal they are working toward. When you understand your numbers and work backward from the income you want to earn, you can build a small business that is both simple and highly profitable. You do not have to build a huge company to win. You just need a plan and a clear focus on profit. -----------------------------   DIVE IN DEEPER & LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR NUMBERS 👉 Check Out the AFFORDABLE - Know Your Business Numbers Course http://KnowYourBusinessNumbersCourse.com     NEED A BOOKKEEPER?  👉 Check out BABO Bookkeeping.  https://babobookkeeping.com  Yep! We can help you do your bookkeeping so you can focus on growing your business!   CONTACT ME:   👉  Bookkeeping for Your Business: tammy@babobookkeeping.com   WATCH VIDEOS:  👉 Watch on the Youtube Channel - Plus EXTRA TRAININGS on there:  https://www.youtube.com/@BadassBusinessOwners    -----------------------------  TOOLS TO HELP YOU RUN A BETTER BUSINESS Recommended Bookkeeping: 👉 The #1 Tool You Need:  Quickbooks Online - https://babolearning.com/quickbooks  You must have a good, easy to use bookkeeping system. The #1 option for those needing invoicing & online payments  -----------------------------     Books I Recommend to Help You Take Your Business to the Next Level 👉 Profit First by Mike Michalowicz – https://amzn.to/3nBsCRC 👉 eMyth Revisited by Michael Gurber - https://amzn.to/3bMDTeR 👉 How to Grow Your Small Business: A 6-Step Plan to Help Your Business Take Off – Donald Miller - https://amzn.to/4bvCDX8 👉 Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://amzn.to/3kpXs1m 👉 Building a Storybrand by Donald Miller - https://amzn.to/3y5t0fS 👉 The ONE Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan - https://amzn.to/3yciFi7 👉 The 12 Week Year - Brian Moran & Michael Lennington - https://amzn.to/3R54Smi  ----------------------------    👉  DISCLAIMER on Affiliate Links: I occasionally will have some affiliate links & I do earn a small commission but at no cost to you. I only recommend companies or items that I believe will save you time, money or help make your business better   👉  DISCLAIMER:  I am not an attorney, CPA, insurance agent or financial advisor. My videos/podcast are for entertainment & educational purposes only and should not be construed as tax, legal, insurance or financial advice. Please seek out a qualified CPA, attorney, or specialist as needed.  I'm sharing my experiences with my businesses and those I have worked for and/or helped coach.

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You Don't Have a Revenue Problem. You Have a Profit Problem! If you're working your butt off and still not making real profit… this channel is for you. Most small business owners don't have a sales problem. They have a numbers problem. You don't need complicated spreadsheets. You don't need corporate finance talk. You need to understand what your Profit & Loss is actually telling you. Here's what we do around here: • Break down your numbers in plain English • Show you how to use QuickBooks reports to grow profit • Help you price smarter • Help you stop guessing • Help you finally pay yourself consistently Because sales without profit? That's just an expensive hobby. If you're ready to stop reliving the same year over and over… Welcome to the profit game My Badass Business Owner!

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