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Build to Enough

Build to Enough

Little Fish Accounting 153 Episodes Apr 23, 2025

Little Fish Accounting presents Build To Enough. The pursuit of endless growth and scaling can leave entrepreneurs feeling burned out and unfulfilled. This podcast explores how to build sustainable, purpose-driven businesses that align with your lifestyle and values, rather than defined by rapid expansion alone. On this show, we’ll reframe definitions of success, provide strategies for structuring companies around desired lifestyles, and share stories of entrepreneurs finding deeper fulfillment by focusing on “enough.” Join us as we discuss moving off the hamster wheel and building businesses with balance and meaning.

Episodes

Booked, Busy and Not Broke Apr 23, 2025 813 Busy seasons can feel like proof that everything is working—revenue is up, new clients are rolling in, and the momentum feels unstoppable. But without intention, those same highs can lead to overspending, rushed decisions, and burnout. Keila shares how to use times of abundance to strengthen your business: building cash reserves, hiring strategically, maintaining consistent marketing, and
Navigating the Inevitable Summer Slowdown Apr 9, 2025 697 Not every season is for pushing. In this episode, I’m talking about why the slower pace of summer isn’t a sign that we’re falling behind—it’s actually a key part of growing our firms with intention. These quieter months give us rare breathing room to reassess, reset, and realign.I’m sharing how we treat summer at Little Fish Accounting like a business strategy retreat. We use this time to
Scaling Without Overhead – How to Grow Without Breaking the Bank Mar 26, 2025 911 In a business world obsessed with bigger, faster, and more—what if growth didn’t have to mean higher costs?In this episode of Build to Enough, Keila breaks down how small business owners can scale intentionally without taking on unnecessary overhead. From avoiding the most common scaling traps to using automation and smart pricing, this episode is packed with practical, actionable advice
Beyond Busy: How to Know When It’s Time to Expand Mar 12, 2025 758 Too many entrepreneurs mistake chaos for a growth signal, when really, it’s a sign to pause and reassess. In this episode, we’re breaking down how to tell if hiring or expanding your services is the right move—or just a reaction to overwhelm.(00:00) - Introduction and Recap (00:59) - The Myth of Being Busy (01:59) - Identifying the Need to Expand (02:18) - Capacity Limits and Missed Oppor
Scaling Smart: The Financial Foundations of Growth Feb 26, 2025 715 Growth sounds exciting—until cash flow issues, surprise expenses, and bad pricing decisions throw everything off track. In this episode, we’re getting real about what it actually takes to scale sustainably. I’m breaking down four key financial metrics that can make or break your growth, plus how to use them to make smart, strategic moves (instead of just hoping for the best).(00:00) - Int
How to Avoid Financial "Heartbreak" During Tax Season Feb 12, 2025 809 You know that feeling when you finally get your tax return back, and the number staring at you is way higher than you expected? That’s financial heartbreak. 💔But it doesn’t have to be that way! In this episode, we’re talking about how to stay ready so you don't have to get ready.What You’ll Learn:🔹 Why tax surprises happen (and how to dodge them)🔹 The real key to saving on taxes (hint: it
Building a Roadmap to Scale Jan 29, 2025 770 Do you ever wonder if your business is set up to grow the way you actually want it to? In this episode Keila breaks down how to use your financial data as a compass to reaching your goals.She’ll dive into the common traps business owners fall into—like overextending resources, running on gut instinct, or ignoring key numbers—and how tracking the right metrics can help you avoid them. Plus
Goal Setting That Actually Works Jan 15, 2025 965 How many times have we set big, ambitious goals at the start of the year, only to feel overwhelmed a few months in? 🙋🏽‍♀️This week on Build to Enough, Keila shares why traditional goal-setting often fails us and how to flip the script. Instead of chasing someone else’s version of success, let’s focus on what’s enough for you.✨ In this episode:✔️ How to set goals aligned with your values a
REPLAY: Finding Your Capacity Sweet Spot Jan 1, 2025 912 As we enter the new year, enjoy this bonus rebroadcast of "Finding Your Capacity Sweet Spot"Determining the right number of clients to take on without compromising quality or burning out is essential. On this episode, Keila talks about how to set ideal revenue goals, assess your bandwidth across life and work, and strike the perfect balance between earning target income and maintaining sa
Tax Advisory: The Natural Next Step for Small Accounting Firms Dec 18, 2024 795 Keila Hill-Trawick breaks down how accounting firms can evolve beyond basic tax preparation to offer meaningful advisory services that benefit both the firm and their small business clients. She distinguishes between tax preparation, advisory, and planning services while providing practical steps for implementing these offerings without overwhelming your firm. Drawing from her experience
Making the Leap to CFO Advisory Services Dec 4, 2024 1930 Ever feel like traditional accounting services are putting you on a hamster wheel—lots of work, not enough impact? Adam Lean from The CFO Project is here to show us how to break free.In this episode, Adam dives into how accountants can level up their practices by offering high-value advisory services that go beyond the numbers. He’s trained hundreds of accountants to escape the commodity
401k Plans for Small Firms w/ Guideline Nov 13, 2024 1680 Former accountant turned Guideline product manager James von der Lieth breaks down how small accounting firms can offer competitive retirement benefits without breaking the bank. From navigating state mandates to understanding the new Starter 401(k) option, James shares practical insights on implementing and managing retirement plans for both firms and their clients. Learn how modern 401(

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