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May Momentum: Why You Can’t Afford to Coast Into Summer
May sits in a strange spot in the business calendar. It’s not the fresh start energy of January, and it’s not the urgency of Q4. It’s the in-between—where momentum either builds quietly or starts slipping without you noticing. For a lot of business owners, this is where things start to drift. On the surface, everything looks fine. You’re still working, still serving clients, still bringing in revenue. But behind the scenes, small cracks begin to form. Finances fall a little b
mendy09
May 45 min read


Spring Reset for Your Business: How to Clean Up Your Systems, Increase Clarity, and Grow Smarter This Season
If you’re feeling scattered, overwhelmed, or stuck in inconsistent results, it might not be a motivation problem. More often than not, it’s a structure problem. Spring is the perfect time to step back, evaluate what’s working, and intentionally reset the foundation of your business so it can support real growth.

Mendy Applegate
Apr 14 min read


Luck Isn’t a Business Strategy: Finding The Gold & Building A Sustainable Small Business
Every March, we see the same theme everywhere: four-leaf clovers, pots of gold, lucky charms, and the idea that somehow, success just “happens” to the fortunate few. It’s playful and fun, and in business, it’s completely misleading. If you’ve ever looked at another small business owner and thought, “Wow, they’re so lucky,” this is your friendly but firm reminder that luck is not a business strategy.

Mendy Applegate
Mar 16 min read


Fall in Love With Your Business Again 💛
February is the month of love… and while everyone else is focused on flowers and dinner reservations, business owners are quietly Googling things like:
“Why am I burnt out already?”
“How do I get more clients this year?”
“Do I need an LLC or S-Corp?”
“Why does my business feel harder than it should?”
“How do I get organized?”
Romantic? No.Honest? Absolutely.
So let’s talk about falling back in love with your business.

Mendy Applegate
Feb 13 min read


🐝 The January Business Reset Checklist Every Small Business Owner Needs
January isn’t the month to wing it and hope for the best. It’s the month to slow down just enough to clean things up, get honest about what actually happened last year, and set your business up to make real money this year and not just stay busy.
If last year felt chaotic, reactive, or like you were constantly playing catch-up....you didn’t fail. You were just trying to build a business without the systems that support it. But the good news is that it’s a fixable problem.

Mendy Applegate
Jan 14 min read


Before You Close 2025… Let’s Talk Taxes & Bookkeeping
Before You Close 2025… Let’s Talk Taxes & Bookkeeping
If you’ve been telling yourself, “I’ll deal with taxes after the holidays,” this is your friendly nudge from reality (and me): tax season actually starts now.
December is the calm before the storm. Which makes it the perfect time to do a quick year-end money review so you’re not panicking over missing receipts and messy books in March.

Mendy Applegate
Nov 1, 20252 min read


The Essential Small Business Startup Guide: Planning, Marketing, and Building a Strong Foundation
Starting a small business is one of the most exciting (and sometimes overwhelming journeys you can take. Whether you’re chasing a dream, filling a gap in your community, or building a side hustle into something sustainable, the truth is the same: success doesn’t just happen by accident. It’s built with intention, planning, and a willingness to adapt along the way.
This guide walks you through the most important steps of building a strong small business.

Mendy Applegate
Oct 1, 20255 min read
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