Unforgiving and toxic talk has permeated the fitness industry for decades. The idea that you can’t give yourself wiggle room on your fitness and dieting goals; the all-or-nothing mentality; the constant barrage of fitfluencers and internet experts telling you that their way is the only way. We all know that kind of talk is toxic af. And, unfortunately, it’s not the only industry where it exists.

Yup. We’re talking about your bag.

No matter the level of financial education you’ve received thus far - whether that’s from elementary school, your parents, the internet or a degree in finance - there’s probably a topic that constantly pops up, and yet remains one few truly know how to handle with grace, understanding and flexibility.

Budgeting.

We all have that… Something.

That Something that gets us out of bed. That Something that encourages us to see beyond the struggles of today, towards the success of tomorrow.

That dreaded deadline that strikes fear into the hearts of individuals and businesses across the country. That looming financial spector, hovering over the first days of spring much like a dementor hovers over Azkaban. The prophesied day of nationwide malcontent that drains not only our collective bank accounts but our will to live.

But, it only happens once a year, right?

… right?!

You’ve been making money moves, okay? The baseline has been established and met, you’ve paid all of your bills and now you have extra cash, ready to be spent. Real hot girl shit. So. Why are you still afraid to buy that latte?

If there’s anything that we know how to preach about here at The Freelance CFO, it’s preaching empowerment and intentionality in your financial decisions. We firmly believe that every single one of you is capable of becoming the architect of your own financial future. And there’s no better example of this than when the moment comes for you to lay your small business’s foundations and make it legit. But… it can be a bit, ya know. Overwhelming.