Ep. 022 - Time Mastery with Sherrika Sanders

In this insightful episode, Sherrika Sanders, Founder & CEO of Transform the GAAP, unpacks the art of time management for entrepreneurs. Sherrika shares her inspiring journey from corporate accounting to launching her own business, highlighting the transformative power of reclaiming time and setting boundaries.

The discussion delves into the challenges of transitioning to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of delegation and approaching business with a CEO mindset.

Raven and Sherrika explore gender differences in time management and sales strategies, shedding light on how women can leverage their natural multitasking abilities to excel in business.

Sherrika offers actionable advice for structuring a calendar to maintain focus, productivity, and work-life balance. She stresses the importance of building relationships over transactional sales and enjoying the rewards of entrepreneurial success rather than being consumed by work.

The conversation also tackles common pitfalls, such as the struggle to break old habits and the necessity of establishing boundaries early in your journey.

Whether you’re a new entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this episode provides practical hacks and thought-provoking insights to help you prioritize, delegate, and lead your business with intention.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Time management is crucial for entrepreneurs to reclaim their time.
• Delegation is essential; you can't do everything alone.
• Creating a structured calendar helps maintain focus and productivity.
• Setting boundaries is necessary for work-life balance.
• Women often multitask better than men, leveraging their skills effectively.
• Sales strategies should focus on building relationships, not just making money.
• Running your business like a CEO involves setting clear boundaries and expectations.
• It's important to enjoy the fruits of your labor and not just focus on work.

DISCUSSION TIMELINE:

• 02:37 Recognizing the Need for Time Management
• 04:56 Implementing Effective Time Management Strategies
• 06:55 The Importance of Delegation
• 09:55 Balancing Personal and Professional Life
• 11:46 Gender Differences in Time Management
• 14:30 Sales Strategies: A Gender Perspective
• 17:07 Multitasking: A Woman's Superpower
• 19:37 Setting Boundaries for Success
• 21:07 Advice for Women Entrepreneurs
• 23:34 Top Three Time Management Hacks

CONNECT WITH SHERRIKA:

Transform the GAAP Website: www.transformthegaap.com

Sherrika on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sherrikasandersaccountantcareercoach/

Sherrika on Instagram: www.instagram.com/sherrikaaccountantsmentor/

Free Coaching Discovery Call: https://bit.ly/AreWeaGoodFit

HOST INFO:

Hi, y'all! I'm Raven O'Neal, a diversely curious serial entrepreneur with over a decade of experience. But the fun doesn't stop there. I'm also a mentor, wife, mother, and business expert. I see my business as an extension of all my personal and professional life experiences, embracing growth and learning from a few fumbles along the way.

Throughout my business journey, I've supported