Bonus Ep 6: Staying Small - The Rise of the Micro Firm with Heather Smith

In this episode I’m chatting with Heather Smith about solopreneurship, micro firms, and being a sole practitioner.

There are lots of terms for it, but it all comes back to wanting to run a small firm without a team.

We cover a range of topics including:

•     [06:00] Work quality - how to keep quality standards high as a solo operator
•     [09:14] Thinking about whether you enjoy managing staff or whether you find it draining
•     [15:15] Annual leave - putting structures in place so you can still take time off
•     [18:10] Managing burnout and creating appropriate boundaries for clients and between work and family
•     [30:25] Tech for sole practitioners
•     [36:42] Exit strategies for sole practitioners – starting with the end in mind 

Heather is an accountant and a strategic thought partner for SaaS apps. 

Named in USA's Accounting Today's influential list, Heather Smith is a leading figure in the accounting industry, renowned for enhancing business efficiency through technology. 

With a dedication to educating her peers, she creates helpful resources, including ten informative books, a globally recognised podcast, Cloud Stories, an Accounting Apps newsletter and a 6,000 strong MasterMind community. 

You can connect with her on LinkedIn or Twitter. 

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