Become a hero in your books - and accounts
Small business money mentoring
Narrating your business numbers story
Money mentoring for...
The new to freelancing
The established self-employed person
The small business owner
You didn’t go freelance so you could crunch numbers - you wanted the freedom to travel and crunch through leaves and gravel.
You didn’t sign up to self-employed life to count beans - you wanted more time to grow them.
You didn’t become a small business owner to be saddled with debt - you wanted to fulfil your dream of saddling up your own horse.
Write your own numbers story
Your endless to-do list, keeping on top of the spreadsheets, knowing where the money is coming from and going to, ever-changing tax rules, it all feels a bit much. People keep telling you the only way is to outsource the numbers stuff to an “expert”. But that’s just not your way.
You’re not the sort of person who ignores it and hopes for the best. This is your dream, not a hobby or a side hustle, you’re prepared to work for it - and it should be working for you too. You don’t have to pack it all in.
With Money Mentoring and Numbers Narration...
You’ll find you can still pack up your bag / suitcase / campervan and see more of the world as a business owner.
You’ll have the freedom and flexibility you signed up for as a freelancer.
You’ll have confidence and clarity from day 1, to day 1000 - and beyond.
Do your own books. It’s not as hard as it looks.
Now we’re cooking.
Do your own accounts. No cheques will bounce.
Now we’re balancing.
“One of my intentions for 2024 was to understand my business accounts better! After 30 minutes with Jane, I do. I bombarded her with questions and queries, all of which she explained very well. I will now be passing my new-found understanding to my business partners” Thank you Jane, for helping me crack this 2024 intention.”
Jacqui Frost, LeadershipFortyThree
DIY bookkeeping and accounting support
Begin your numbers story
From group to 1-2-1 Money Mentoring, support is available to help you get to grips with your numbers story. Let’s begin with the act your business is in...
Act I - I’m a total newbie to freelancing
You want to:
See what you’re earning and how you’re spending it. Save money for taxes so you can pay them without worrying where the money is coming from. Get your questions answered. Know that what you’re doing is the right thing for you.
You need:
Small group on-going support. The Accountability Accounting Club is for you.
Act II - I’ve been in the game for a while and see myself as self-employed
You want to:
Get clear on changes to tax rules and better manage finances, with dedicated support from someone who gets it. Understand your options and choices.
You need:
1-2-1 on-going support. Get some Accounts-ability.
Act III - I’m an established business owner and have a firm grip on the fundamentals
You want to:
Have help at hand for troubleshooting. Know you’re navigating uncharted waters with someone who’s at home in this territory. Grow your team, or change your structure in confidence.
You need:
1-2-1 one-off support. Grab yourself an intensive day of support.
Meet your Money Mentor
Hello, I'm Jane
You can call me The Numbers Narrator, if you like. I’m here to mentor you through all those headaches and hair-pullers you associate with taxes, accounting and bookkeeping. I know you need a fresh perspective. You need to see the bigger picture. So, you tell me the story so far, I’ll give you a re-telling and set you on the path to financial fitness in your business.
You see, those numbers, receipts and spreadsheets have a story to tell too. And it’s about time you heard it. With the right support, you can uncover that story - and make it one with a happy ending - no golden goose or battles with giants needed. I’m on a mission to make you the hero of your DIY bookkeeping and accounting quest.
Let’s flip the script
Until now, things have looked like this
Protagonist = You
Antagonist = The books.
Bottom line? It’s time to flip the script. To get you and the books on the same team. To get your money working wonders.
Know your numbers story and it will set you free.
The core pillars of my approach:
Jargon-free and clear to see
When it seems as if HMRC and every online accountant wants to make everything digital, but you like a bit of good old-fashioned pen and paper, thank you very much, I’m here to bridge the gap. No mumbo-jumbo or technical jargon. You should understand what’s going on with your money without needing a glossary of terms or a million-and-one apps.
Make it human
The computer may say one thing, but actually your numbers might have a very different story to tell. You’re a real person, with real dreams, and we keep that front and centre - because that’s what it’s all about.
Make business fun again
You can make serious money, without it all getting a bit tedious and humdrum. And with a clear view of your numbers story, you can find the fun in your funds.
Every numbers story here is rooted in:
Honesty | Trust | Balance | Humour | Education
You’re already a hero in my books. It’s time you become one in your own.
FAQs
What aspects of Money Mentoring, bookkeeping and accounting will you help me with?
A. I’ll help you understand the basic rules and requirements of bookkeeping. You’ll soon be able to read and understand the main accounting reports (e.g. your Profit & Loss report). And you’ll have support with your money management.
Do you do bookkeeping and accounting for me?
A. I don’t do it for you - I’m here to support you and answer your queries - together we’ll get your books ship-shape. As a self-employed person, the idea is to have you ready and able to file your self-assessment and pay your taxes on time, yourself.
I’ve a different kind of business to the ones you’ve mentioned here, can you still help me?
A. As a professional bookkeeper and accountant, I have obviously worked with plenty of businesses that aren’t quite what we’ve been talking about here, and have offered done-for-you services. I’m doing less of that now, but if it’s something you’re especially keen on, send me a note and we can have a chat.
How does online Money Mentoring work?
A. We’ll meet regularly over video calls for co-working sessions, Q&A sessions and training support. Plus, there’s a private community for group support between sessions.
How will I know if Numbers Narration is working for me?
A. When you feel confident and clear that your numbers and money are leading you closer to your dreams - time and freedom to do the all the things you want to do are starting to appear.
Qualifications
Licensed and regulated by AAT
to provide services in accordance
with licence number 1004400
Memberships and Partnerships
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