Have you ever been told to “just keep your head down and do good work”—and everything will work out?

Did you follow that advice… only to find yourself stuck, overlooked, or wondering why no one seems to notice how hard you’re working?

If so, you’re definitely not alone.

This week on The Smarter Accountant Podcast, I’m sharing the worst career advice I ever got—and what it wound up costing me. 

It’s the kind of advice that sounds smart on the surface, especially for accountants. But when you dig a little deeper, you realize how it could be quietly holding you back.

Here’s the truth: Being the hardest worker in the room doesn’t always get you ahead. Sometimes, it just makes you the most exhausted.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You’ve ever wondered why others get ahead while you’re still waiting to be noticed  
• You feel like your work speaks for itself, but no one seems to hear it  
• You want more opportunities but feel uncomfortable putting yourself out there  
• You’ve ever thought, “Why doesn’t anyone see how hard I’m working?”

If any of that hits home, you’re going to want to hear this one.

ou can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant’s Cheat Sheet For Better Time Management HERE

Have you ever said “yes” and instantly wish you hadn’t?

It’s not a willpower problem—it’s brain wiring.

Your brain is designed to avoid social rejection, and saying yes feels safer than risking disapproval. But that “safe” choice can lead to resentment, burnout, and overwhelm.

In this week’s Smarter in 5 Minutes, I’m sharing why your brain does this on autopilot—and how to catch it before you commit to something you’ll regret.

Do you ever start the day with a plan—but by the end of it, you haven’t done anything you intended to?

Are you the go-to person for solving problems, answering questions, and picking up slack… even when you’re already stretched too thin?

If so, you’re going to want to listen to this week’s episode of The Smarter Accountant Podcast — “5 Boundaries Every Accountant Needs to Set.”

Most accountants are reliable, helpful, and dedicated. But without realizing it, we often put ourselves at the bottom of the list. That leads to stress, resentment, overwork—and burnout that creeps in slowly.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You say “yes” too often—even when you want to say no  
• You feel like work is bleeding into every part of your life  
• You’re constantly reacting to everyone else’s priorities  
• You’re exhausted but still feel guilty taking a break  
• You want more control, but don’t know where to start

The bottom line is, you don’t need to change your job—you just need to change what you allow.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant’s Cheat Sheet For Better Time Management HERE

Fun Fact: If your brain keeps telling you to “just check email one more time,” there’s a reason.

In this week’s Smarter in 5 Minutes episode, I’m explaining why your brain gets hooked on email—even when it’s not urgent—and how to break the loop without guilt or stress.

Just 5 minutes. One smarter redirect.

Do you ever set a goal and start off strong… but then life happens and you lose momentum?

Maybe you’ve told yourself, “I’m just not great at follow-through” or “This always happens.”

If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and this week’s episode of The Smarter Accountant Podcast is for you.

It’s all about understanding what really gets in the way—and what to do about it.

I’m sharing the 4-step process Smarter Accountants use to stop spinning and start actually reaching their goals. No fluff, just real talk about what works (and why your brain makes it feel so hard sometimes).

This episode is especially for you if:

• You’ve got great intentions, but little follow-through  
• You keep setting the same goals year after year  
• You’re tired of feeling stuck or behind  
• You’re ready to stop hoping and start knowing you’ll get it done

You don’t need to try harder—you just need to try smarter.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant’s Cheat Sheet For Better Time Management HERE

Did you know that when your brain is in survival mode, your best thinking shuts down?

In this week’s Smarter in 5 Minutes episode, I’m explaining why stress hijacks your focus, creativity, and logic—and how to reset your brain when everything feels overwhelming.

Just 5 minutes. One powerful shift to get your clarity back.

Have you ever sat down to get work done… and somehow, nothing gets done?

Do you start one thing, then bounce to something else, then wonder how an hour disappeared — and not in a good way?

You’re not alone — and you’re definitely not broken.

In this week’s episode of The Smarter Accountant Podcast, I’m talking about something that a lot of accountants deal with but rarely talk about: why the symptoms of ADHD — or something that feels a whole lot like it — can be so much louder in the accounting world.

I’m not here to diagnose anyone. But I am here to help you understand why procrastination, time blindness, overwhelm, forgetfulness, and even emotional burnout are so common among accountants — and what’s actually going on behind the scenes in your brain.

If you’ve ever felt like you “used to be more organized” or wonder, “Why can’t I focus like I used to?” — this episode might shine a light.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You feel like you’re always behind, even when you’re working nonstop  
• You’ve secretly wondered if you might have ADHD  
• You’re tired of pushing yourself harder and want a better way to get things done  
• You’re curious about how coaching — and a tool like The Model — could actually help your brain work with you, not against you

There’s nothing wrong with you. But there might be something wrong with how your work expects your brain to operate.

Listen in and let’s talk about it — because the more you understand, the less personal and stressful it all feels.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant’s Cheat Sheet For Better Time Management HERE

“I’ll do it later” sounds harmless—but it’s often your brain’s way of dodging discomfort.

In this week’s Smarter in 5 Minutes episode, I’m unpacking why your lower brain reaches for that phrase, what it’s trying to avoid, and how to take back control of your follow-through.

Just 5 minutes. One smart shift.

Have you ever ended the day wondering, “Why am I so tired when I barely got anything done?”

Do you feel like you’re constantly switching between tasks and still can’t keep up?

Does your to-do list keep growing no matter how hard you work?

If so, you’re not alone—and this week’s podcast episode is going to make your day feel a whole lot lighter.

In this episode of The Smarter Accountant Podcast, I’m breaking down what a brain-friendly workflow actually looks like—and why most of us were never taught how to set one up.

You’ll learn how your workflow might be quietly draining your energy, keeping your brain stuck in decision fatigue, and making you feel like you’re always behind (even when you’re not).

We’ll talk about what a smarter workflow really is—and the small changes that can help you get more done, feel less scattered, and stop wasting energy trying to “power through” your day.

This episode is especially for you if:

• You’re constantly asking yourself, “What was I doing again?”  
• You get to the end of the day and feel like your brain is fried  
• You’ve tried all the apps and still feel overwhelmed  
• You’re tired of working harder and want things to feel easier

This one is packed with insights that your accountant brain will thank you for—so don’t miss it.

You can read the full show notes HERE

You can take the 5-minute Smarter Accountant Quiz HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant Podcast Guide HERE

You can download The Smarter Accountant’s Cheat Sheet For Better Time Management HERE

Ever feel mentally scattered—even on days you’re checking things off?

In this week’s Smarter in 5 Minutes episode, I’m sharing why your brain holds onto unfinished tasks (even small ones), and how to create a sense of closure that frees up your mental energy.

Just 5 minutes. One powerful shift.