MOM-enomics with Booth Parker, CPA

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Real moms. Real mom financial issues. Real moms in business. Real stories. I am Booth Parker. A CPA, wife, and mom that loves all things home and family. In this podcast, I talk all things money for moms, families, and small business. From tips to ideas to info you just need to know, I break it down so moms can apply it to their own families and businesses!

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November 18, 2024Episode 912 min

Habits to Achieve Your Goals

New Year’s resolutions don’t work, right? Or could they? Booth dives into how to set and achieve your goals by being specific, making an actionable plan, and above all, by creating new habits. Join Booth as she shares personal stories and practical advice to help you become your best self!Find Booth's blog post on creating helpful environments here: https://www.boothparker.com/post/create-your-sanctuary Find more educational material and lifestyle tips: https://www.boothparker.com/Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here: https://www.boothparker.com/coaching#contactFind Booth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boothparkercpa/Find Booth on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boothparkercpaEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - S3E9 Habits to Achieve Your Goals (00:15) - Intro (00:53) - How to set goals (02:02) - Achieving your goals (03:05) - The importance of a plan (04:41) - Your environment matters (06:40) - Habit tracking (07:29) - My own story (10:33) - You can do this! This podcast is proudly produced by Rooster High Productions.

November 4, 2024Episode 813 min

Thanksgiving Planning Tips

Booth shares her detailed timeline for hosting a stress-free Thanksgiving! From three weeks out to the big day, she’s got you covered with tips for shopping, prepping, and cooking. Don't forget to download the free planner on her website for recipes, a full menu, and a thorough checklist to ensure your holiday is a hit!Download the Thanksgiving planning guide: https://www.boothparker.com/freebies Link to leftover containers: https://www.amazon.com/shop/boothparkerstyle/list/FCNJEZROXSCY?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_dFind more educational material and lifestyle tips: https://www.boothparker.com/Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here: https://www.boothparker.com/coaching#contactFind Booth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boothparkercpa/Find Booth on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boothparkercpaEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Thanksgiving Planning Tips (00:15) - Intro and free Thanksgiving download (01:42) - Checklist: three weeks out (04:03) - Two weeks out (04:39) - One week out (05:45) - The week of Thanksgiving (07:29) - The day before Thanksgiving (08:44) - Enjoying the big day (12:04) - Final thoughts This podcast is proudly produced by Rooster High Productions.

October 21, 2024Episode 719 min

Navigating Boundaries with Family and Friends

Just in time for the holiday season, Booth discusses the skill of setting healthy boundaries. You'll hear how childhood shapes your ability to say “no,” practical tips to set healthy boundaries at work and with family, and learn how to navigate relationships with those who refuse to respect your limits. Find more educational material and lifestyle tips: https://www.boothparker.com/Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here: https://www.boothparker.com/coaching#contactFind Booth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boothparkercpa/Find Booth on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boothparkercpaEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Intro (01:14) - The origin of people-pleasing (03:06) - The challenge of a flexible schedule (05:36) - Setting boundaries at work: two stories (09:27) - Setting boundaries with your family (13:12) - Boundaries in the holiday season (15:19) - What to do when others don't respect your boundaries (17:28) - Final thoughts This podcast is proudly produced by Rooster High Productions.

October 7, 2024Episode 621 min

Reclaim Your Day

Booth dives into the art of time management and teaches you practical ways to reclaim your day, audit your calendar, prioritize tasks, and implement color-coding to streamline your schedule. Perfect for busy moms seeking to balance work, family, and self-care, we'll move you from time overwhelm into time mastery.Download the calendar tools here: https://www.boothparker.com/freebiesFind more educational material and lifestyle tips: https://www.boothparker.com/Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here: https://www.boothparker.com/coaching#contactFind Booth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boothparkercpa/Find Booth on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boothparkercpaEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Reclaim Your Day (00:16) - Intro (01:09) - Time management for moms (03:21) - The starting point: a calendar audit (05:47) - Organize your time in categories (09:25) - Setting priorities (11:12) - Categorizing your tasks (14:18) - Time to make your calendar! (18:22) - Testing your new calendar (19:39) - Final thoughts This podcast is proudly produced by Rooster High Productions.

September 23, 2024Episode 512 min

College Tours: Our Best Tips

Helping your child find the right college can feel daunting, but learning from others makes the process much easier! Booth describes her journey through the college tour process, sharing the good decisions made as well as the mistakes, and the key lessons that helped her and her son find the right school. Tune in for valuable tips on helping your child choose an environment where they can thrive!Find more educational material and lifestyle tips: https://www.boothparker.com/Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here: https://www.boothparker.com/coaching#contactFind Booth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boothparkercpa/Find Booth on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boothparkercpaEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Intro (01:58) - What we learned from our first college tours (03:51) - Our new approach (07:44) - The key to successful college tours (10:30) - Final thoughts This podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

September 9, 2024Episode 419 min

College Recruiting Tips For You and Your Student Athlete

Booth shares top recruiting tips learned from her son's journey to college baseball! She discusses how to find the right schools, get in touch with college coaches, attend the best summer camps, and more. Whatever sport your child is interested in pursuing, these tips are for you. Don't miss these insights to help your athlete succeed!Find more educational material and lifestyle tips: https://www.boothparker.com/Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here: https://www.boothparker.com/coaching#contactFind Booth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boothparkercpa/Find Booth on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/boothparkercpaEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - College Recruiting Tips For You and Your Student Athlete (00:15) - Intro (02:38) - These tips aren't just for "super stars" (03:29) - Registering with the NCAA and NCSA (04:55) - Finding the right college (07:06) - Create a target list of schools (08:15) - Start emailing coaches (10:39) - Attend summer sports camps (11:45) - How much do the camps cost? (12:20) - How important are grades? (14:43) - A rigorous course load is important (15:21) - The portal is changing everything (17:45) - Final thoughts This podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

August 26, 2024Episode 338 min

Back to School Organizing Tips with Caroline Roberts of The Simplified Island

Booth chats with Caroline Roberts from The Simplified Island about getting ready for the back-to-school season! Caroline shares insightful tips on creating functional drop zones, managing kitchen clutter, simplifying school lunches, handling kids' sports gear, and establishing realistic routines for your family. Get ready to learn how to organize your home in a practical way that works for you!Simplified Island on Instagram: @thesimplifiedislandVisit their website: www.thesimplifiedisland.comFind more educational material and lifestyle tips: https://www.boothparker.com/Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here: https://www.boothparker.com/coaching#contactFind Booth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boothparkercpa/Find Booth on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/boothparkercpaEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Intro (01:30) - Drop zones (07:17) - A functional and organized kitchen (09:31) - Dealing with Laundry (14:22) - Sports gear (17:38) - School lunches (23:16) - Homework zones (25:47) - Setting routines (28:15) - Creative ideas to make routines fun (30:55) - Organizing in a way that works for you This podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

August 12, 2024Episode 215 min

Student Loans: What You Need To Know

Following up on our previous discussion with college admissions counselor Lindsay Phillips, Booth leads you through the different types of student loans, including subsidized and unsubsidized loans, their interest rates, and how interest accrues. If you're navigating loans for higher education and want to be equipped in your decision making, this episode is for you!Find more educational material and lifestyle tips: https://www.boothparker.com/Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here: https://www.boothparker.com/coaching#contactFind Booth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boothparkercpa/Find Booth on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/boothparkercpaEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Introduction (00:52) - Recap of FAFSA and Financial Aid (02:39) - Understanding Federal Student Loans (03:48) - Interest Rates and Accrual (08:43) - Private Student Loans Explained (12:14) - Summary and Final Tips This podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

July 29, 2024Episode 147 min

All About College Applications with Lindsay Phillips

We are back for season three, and diving deep into the college application process with Lindsay Phillips, the College Counseling Mom! Lindsay shares crucial info on financial aid, including the FAFSA, types of scholarships and grants, student loans, and the common application, GPA reporting, essay tips, letters of recommendation, and decision plans. Tune in for invaluable guidance to ensure your college-bound student is set up for success!Find Lindsay on her website: The College Counseling MomFind Lindsay on Facebook: The College Counseling MomEmail her: thecollegecounselingmom@gmail.comFind more educational material and lifestyle tips: https://www.boothparker.com/Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here: https://www.boothparker.com/coaching#contactFind Booth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boothparkercpa/Find Booth on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/boothparkercpaEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Introduction (01:17) - All About FAFSA (06:57) - The Student Aid Index (11:11) - Different Types of Financial Aid: Grants, Scholarship, and More (14:53) - Student Loans: Best to Worst (16:58) - All About the Common Application (28:07) - Letters of Recommendation (30:02) - How to Layer the Application (32:46) - Strategic Considerations for Test Scores (37:41) - Different Admission Types (42:19) - Don't Limit Your Child's Optionsz (46:06) - Outro This podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

June 3, 2024Episode 2618 min

Work-Life Balance for Parents

In the Season 2 finale of our podcast, Booth's teaching us practical strategies for effective time management, household organization, self-care, and setting boundaries between work and family. She dives into the power of time blocking, the importance of meal planning, and how to communicate your availability. MOM-enomics Season 2 is now wrapped. See you in August for Season 3!Find Booth's weekly planner here: https://www.boothparker.com/freebiesAnd the meal planning guide is here: https://www.boothparker.com/how-to-meal-prepListen to the Carolina Women's Collective Podcast, also hosted by Booth: https://carolinawomenscollective.com/podcastFind more educational material and lifestyle tips: https://www.boothparker.com/Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here: https://www.boothparker.com/coaching#contactFind Booth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boothparkercpa/Find Booth on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/boothparkercpaEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Intro (00:55) - What Goes Into Work-Life Balance? (01:57) - Tools for Time Management (05:47) - Organize Your Household (10:06) - Prioritize Caring For Yourself (13:14) - Boundaries Between Work and Family Time (16:36) - The Ongoing Balance This podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.