Money Pitfalls to Avoid As a Photographer with Tanya Hirschy

Let’s get real. Dealing with the money aspect of our businesses isn’t always the easiest thing in the world. Thank goodness for people who thrive with numbers and financial planning. One of those people is Tanya Hirschy. She owns Tidy Books Boutique, an accounting firm designed with photographers in mind.    Tanya knows that not every photographer is interested in the numbers that comprise the backend of their business. Which is why she fully believes that rather than working on your weaknesses, you should outsource your weaknesses.    That being said the first thing you need to do when it comes to the money in your business is stop being reactive. Shiny object syndrome is great, but you need to have a plan for your money. Don’t make purchases and decisions based on your emotions, rather create a plan that you can follow and stick to it.    This episode is chock full of amazing information and money advice. Take a minute and listen in and start getting on top of your money today! It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been in business, you can always be better with your money! In This Episode: [00:58] Welcome to the show, Tanya! [01:04] Tanya shares her business and what she does. [02:45] Her background and her journey to bookkeeping. [04:36] “Delegate your weaknesses!” [05:42] The first thing you need to do is to stop being reactive in your business. [08:48] Ways to prepare to celebrate successes while still staying in your financial goals. [11:06] Other pitfalls she sees photographers fall into. [13:10] You have to have the right people on your financial team and processes in place that are as automated as they can be. [15:45] One actionable tip that you can do today. [17:04] When you need more accounting software than just what is in your CRM. [19:21] The three main buckets her company offers clients. [21:05] Her favorite business tool is Loom. [21:48] “Do something scary every day,” by Eleanor Roosevelt is her favorite quote. [22:46] Coffee is Tanya’s favorite drink, and they would go to Jenn’s favorite coffee shop. [23:44] Thank you for being on the show!   Links and Resources Find Tanya: Tidy Books Boutique Instagram Find Jenn: Success Beyond The Lens @successbeyondthelens Instagram  @successbeyondthelenspodcast Facebook | Picbabun   Grab your Boundaries Resources Editable Welcome Packet Template Pinterest Freebies