In Episode 210 of The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast, host Melissa Klug sits down with Danielle Hayden, founder of Kickstart Accounting Inc., to break down the importance of understanding business finances for professional organizers. This episode is packed with actionable strategies to empower business owners to take control of their money, with a particular focus on helping women entrepreneurs shift their mindset around financial management.
Danielle provides clear guidance on key financial concepts, emphasizing that knowing their numbers is essential for business success and freedom. She explains that many business owners, especially those in creative fields like organizing, often avoid or undervalue the importance of financial planning. Danielle stresses that learning how to read and understand financial statements is a game-changer that leads to smarter business decisions.
“The moment you start paying attention to your numbers, you unlock the potential for true financial freedom,” Danielle says in the episode. “Knowing your numbers doesn’t just help you grow your business; it gives you peace of mind and the confidence to make decisions that align with your vision.”
The conversation also delves into how professional organizers can work with financial professionals, such as CPAs and CFOs, to ensure their business is on solid footing. Danielle explains the importance of building a financial team that supports their goals and how this partnership can help with everything from tax planning to growth strategy. She also talks about budgeting, cash flow, and the significance of setting realistic financial goals to avoid burnout.
Danielle and Melissa further discuss how mindset shifts are necessary for long-term success. Danielle encourages entrepreneurs to view themselves as the CEOs of their business, a crucial step in making smart, informed financial decisions. “You are a CEO—stop thinking of your business as a hobby and start treating it like the thriving business it is,” she advises.
Listen to the full episode of The Pro Organizer Studio Podcast featuring Danielle Hayden at this link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-are-a-ceo-time-to-talk-money/id1456416817?i=1000673198954
About Danielle Hayden
Danielle Hayden is the Co-Founder and CEO of Kickstart Accounting, Inc. a bookkeeping and accounting firm that is on a mission to coach six figure (+ beyond) female entrepreneurs so they can better understand their numbers through bookkeeping, financial analysis, and support so they can grow profitable, sustainable and enjoyable businesses.
With over 15 years experience in the world of finance, Danielle has worked her way from accounting firm intern to the Co-Founder of Kickstart Accounting. She understands how complex business finances can be, and she knows that entrepreneurs need more than just a bookkeeper; they need real financial analysis and support in order to get the confidence required to create the sustainable wealth they deserve. Danielle brings a unique perspective when it comes to providing business owners with “the total package” as it relates to their finances.
She’s has been a guest on multiple top-rated shows including, A Well-Designed Business® | Interior Design Business Podcast, The How of Business and Female emPOWERED: Winning in Business & Life. She is also the host of the Business By the Books podcast.
When Danielle isn’t in her money mindset work, she can be found hiking or spending time with her family.
