MOM-enomics with Booth Parker, CPA

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.

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 thoughtsThis podcast is proudly produced by Rooster High Productions.

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 thoughtsThis podcast is proudly produced by Rooster High Productions.

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 thoughtsThis podcast is proudly produced by Rooster High Productions.

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 thoughtsThis podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

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 thoughtsThis podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

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 youThis podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

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 TipsThis podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

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) - OutroThis podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

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 BalanceThis podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

When operating online, what does a small business owner actually own? Social media is a powerful tool, but it can change or be taken away at a moment's notice.MOM-enomics will go on summer break after our June 3 episode, with plans to return in August.Listen 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) - Talking About Small Business(02:14) - What Business Platforms Do You Actually Own?(05:48) - Direct Sales and Multi-Level Marketing(07:32) - When They Break Your Funnel(08:38) - Diversify Your Business (11:30) - Listen to Booth's other podcast, the Carolina Women's Collective PodcastThis podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

How do you handle your own parents when the relationships are difficult and they want a relationship with your kids? Speaking from both personal experience and reflection with many other families, Booth walks you through factors to consider when determining what boundaries you need to set with your own folks and your children if they're needed.MOM-enomics is releasing biweekly for a while.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(02:30) - Navigating the Grandparent Relationship(04:22) - Disclaimer regarding the word "toxic"(04:58) - Attempts to Repair Relationships(08:08) - Markers of Toxic Behavior(16:31) - Reflecting: Do These Things Affect You?(17:07) - Healthy Relationships(19:26) - Outro This podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

Travel sports: good or bad? There are a lot of things to consider and it's not all that simple. On this episode Booth takes her time to consider many of the factors that go into deciding whether or not taking up a travel sport is right for your kid and your family. From finances to attention and time, you'll have a great starting point for considering if travel sports are the right activity for your child!Listen 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) - Introduction(00:15) - Everyone's Talking About Travel Sports and Kids(02:16) - Factors To Consider For Your Family(04:28) - The Time Investment in Travel Sports(07:17) - Travel Sports Increase Your Options(08:39) - Is a Travel Sport Age-Appropriate?(09:17) - Keeping Up With The Joneses(11:27) - Our Travel Sports Experience(15:29) - Managing the Pressure(18:24) - OutroThis podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

Enjoy this replay of one of our early episode, Top 10 Budgeting Tips. MOM-enomics will be releasing biweekly for now and we invite you to follow The Carolina Women's Collective Podcast, launching April 15 and available whereever you listen to MOM-enomics!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: Booth Parker: https://www.facebook.com/boothparkercpaEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Replay: Top 10 Budgeting Tips(00:15) - Introduction: Tips for Family Budgeting(00:45) - Tip 1: Assess recent spending(01:34) - Tip 2: Give every dollar a job(03:05) - Tip 3: Establish priorities(04:06) - Tip 4: Check your percentages(05:39) - Tip 5: Communicate with your spouse(06:22) - Tip 6: Review weekly(06:50) - Tip 7: Make a meal plan(07:21) - Tip 8: Plan for non-monthly expenses(08:17) - Tip 9: Reduce and avoid credit card debt(08:40) - Tip 10: Create savings goals(09:33) - OutroThis podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions: https://www.roosterhigh.com/

Clutter is overwhelming, and Booth knows that from her own experience. She shares the tips she used to take control back that you can use as you try to make your home more peaceful. Find more educational material and lifestyle tips on boothparker.com!Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here.Find Booth on Instagram: @boothparkercpaFind Booth on Facebook: Booth ParkerEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Introduction(00:14) - We had so much stuff(01:53) - Storage Unit Stats(03:39) - Our storage unit days(07:40) - The mental effects of clutter(12:05) - How I recovered(14:28) - Ways to stay clutter free(18:14) - Just start, it's the hardest part(22:04) - OutroThis podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

Learning how to be accountable to yourself is a difficult journey, and an extremely rewarding one. Join Booth as she recounts her journey in learning how to be accountable to herself and manage her own time well to accomplish her goals in business and in her personal life.Find more educational material and lifestyle tips on boothparker.com!Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here.Find Booth on Instagram: @boothparkercpaFind Booth on Facebook: Booth ParkerEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Introduction(00:15) - Embracing Being Accountable To Yourself(01:38) - Accountability From Parents And Employers(05:39) - What Happens Without A 40-Hour Job In Your Schedule(07:23) - Showing Up For Yourself(09:35) - Productivity Tools That Aid Self-Discipline(11:30) - Making a Plan For Mornings(13:40) - You Might Need Accountability(14:14) - Writing Down Daily Goals(16:11) - Outro: Hold Yourself AccountableThis podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

Join Booth as she reflects on the current educational system and its impact on kids' futures. How can embracing individuality and creativity from a young age help children find meaningul work and shape a more fulfilled society? Booth shares her thoughts on the challenges of conformist education and the potential for change in creating better contributors to society and a thriving economy.Here's the article on Horace Mann that Booth refers to in the episode.Find more educational material and lifestyle tips on boothparker.com!Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here.Find Booth on Instagram: @boothparkercpaFind Booth on Facebook: Booth ParkerEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Introduction(00:15) - The School Mindset(02:08) - The state of the American Dream and the Middle Class(03:34) - Living with purpose and intention(05:04) - What is the school system teaching us?(08:13) - Horace Mann(10:40) - What younger generations prioritize(13:09) - Outro: What are your thoughts?This podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

Booth and her husband are celebrating 20 years of marriage! Learn her tips on communication around family, kids, finances, and laughter that contributed to this milestone in this episode of MOM-enomics. Find more educational material and lifestyle tips on boothparker.com!Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here.Find Booth on Instagram: @boothparkercpaFind Booth on Facebook: Booth ParkerEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - (00:14) - Introduction: Our 20 year anniversary!(00:50) - Where Our Story Started(02:15) - Communication is Key!(03:04) - Planning Your Parenting Together(04:33) - Communicate Roles in Household Chores(05:09) - Establish Standards with your Finances(05:31) - Prioritizing Time Together(06:37) - Making Time for the Marriage After Kids(07:52) - Laugh Together(08:14) - Have Grace(09:40) - Outro: See You in 20 Years!This podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

Are you in control of your week? Mastering your calendar and to-do lists makes a big difference in how much stress you take on each day! Between planning, color coding, time blocking, and other time management tactics, Booth shows you her methods for staying on top things each day.Use Booth's week-at-a-glance planner!Find more educational material and lifestyle tips on boothparker.com!Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here.Find Booth on Instagram: @boothparkercpaFind Booth on Facebook: Booth ParkerEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - (00:14) - How I Plan: Calendars and Color-Coding(01:50) - Talking About Meal Planning(03:10) - Planning for the Week Ahead: Have To, Need To, Want To(06:55) - Strategies for Effective To-Do Lists(10:23) - OutroThis podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.

Are you a people-pleaser? This bad habit can cost you not only your time, but time with your family and other priorities too. Booth covers the causes of this bad habit and covers fives questions you should ask before saying "yes" to a new commitment.Read Booth's blog post on people pleasing on her website.Find more educational material and lifestyle tips on boothparker.com!Get Booth's financial newsletter by signing up here.Find Booth on Instagram: @boothparkercpaFind Booth on Facebook: Booth ParkerEmail Booth: bsp@boothparker.com(00:00) - Say No To People Pleasing(00:15) - Introduction: People Pleasers(01:21) - Where Do People-Pleasers Come From?(03:22) - My History with People Pleasing(06:19) - Attempting to Manage the Consequences of People Pleasing(07:46) - Five Questions Before I Say "Yes"This podcast is produced by Rooster High Productions.