KRISTIN SIMPSON

As the year comes to a close, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on a chapter that has meant more to me than I can put into words. November 2024 marked the very beginning of my journey as a virtual assistant — an idea that had been quietly growing in my heart for a long time before I finally decided to take the leap and enroll in a VA course. At the time, I didn’t have everything figured out, but I knew I wanted to build something meaningful, flexible, and aligned with the way I wanted to...

The end of the year always sneaks up fast — especially when you're running a business. Between wrapping up projects, handling holiday rushes, or planning for next year, it’s easy for bookkeeping to slide down the to-do list.   But here’s the truth: taking a little time now to clean up your books will make tax season smoother, stress levels lower, and next-year-you very  grateful.   Here are some simple, practical steps to get your finances in order before year-end. 1. Reconcile Your Bank &...

When meeting new clients, there’s one question I hear over and over: “How can I take my business to the next level?” Some even ask if there is some kind of checklist or template they can use in making this happen. Unfortunately, there is no universal set of tactics that are suited for every business. However, there are a few things that every business needs to have right away (a business banking account; a way to track income and expenses; a dedicated place to work, etc.) Once those are in...