In this week’s episode of Sixcess Stories, Kristina and Eric sit down with Connor McAree to reflect on the power of self-belief, what it takes to build a business from the ground up, and the deeper sense of purpose that defines true success.

Connor McAree is the Founder & CEO of Skyward Consultants, where he helps businesses simplify their accounting, budgeting, and financial strategy to make smarter, more confident decisions. A U.S. Coast Guard veteran and Finance graduate from the University of San Diego, Connor brings over a decade of experience in business finance and leadership.

Sixcess Stories is a collection of real, honest conversations with the incredible members of the SIX° Community about leadership, intentionality and the positive impact of developing deep, meaningful relationships in business and in life.



Timestamps:

[00:03:21] Check In - Energy Level

[00:06:44] Email Tension Turns Into Radical Honesty

[00:12:28] The Power of Kind vs. Nice in Business

[00:15:03] Setting Boundaries Without Losing Connection

[00:21:10] Turning Numbers Into Strategy, Not Stress

[00:26:42] Behind the Curtain of Building Financial Clarity

[00:32:20] The Long Road From Hustle to Alignment

[00:37:30] Turning Sacrifice Into Fuel

[00:42:36] When Minimalism Becomes Power

[00:50:23] Breaking Up With External Validation

[00:58:02] Choosing Relationships Over Recognition

[01:09:25] Turning Friction Into Fuel for Partnership

[01:15:56] Freedom Isn’t Luxury. It’s a Choice

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[01:20:36] Deep Dive

[01:24:11] Intimate vs Strategic

[01:28:25] Why the Financial Breakdown MattersConnect with the SIX° Community:

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