Mathew Heggem

Based on our initial call, we identify the type of support you’ll need to achieve said goals. This could include things like a weekly check-in via Zoom, passing voice notes on WhatsApp or setting up co-working sessions where we tackle the tough stuff, side by side.

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What is one strategy that has helped you grow your business? Please explain how.

In the world of business, I started my own company called 10kCreatores.com where I serve as a business coach helping artists to improve how they make & manage their money. A few career highlights include 18+ years in the accounting industry, serving in leadership and growth roles at various firms, consulting entrepreneurs & small business owners. I was also a member of various boards, including the Sage Accounting Advisory Council, Womxn Talk Money Advisory Board, the Greenwich Village-Chelsea Chamber of Commerce, and Pentacle. I am also an alumni of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Business Program. Over the span of 17 years, Mathew has served many roles within the accounting industry.

The program has been extremely useful for navigating what felt like shifting ground personally and professionally. I am leaving with a more focused, educated and systematic approach to making decisions, assessing opportunities and balancing a myriad of aspects of my life. As the Brick N’ Click Chick I work with Brick + Mortar business owners who want to move toward a Brick N’ Click business model. We support them in creating and executing strategic branding online, as well as, streamlining their operations with online booking, curbside pick up, and online purchasing options. I hired an HR manager to make sure we adhere to best practices in a people business. Hands down, HR is the most important side of my business because clients buy into our staff when they hire SUM Innovation. As for my business, I would have done one more day of planning.

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I would highly recommend this course to anyone starting out or struggling as it will help in many areas of their life. With a one-time fee of $250 and a monthly subscription at $47, members receive a comprehensive on-boarding, quarterly strategic planning sessions, one-to-one business coaching, accountability and access to community resources.

• Without diligent accounting in summer, however, the holidays may not seem so sweet.
• He was recognized by CPA Practice Advisor as one of the “20 under 40 Superstars,” and has written for various industry publications about leadership, technology, & small business growth.
• Over the span of 17 years, Mathew has served many roles within the accounting industry.
• That said, I try to stay flexible throughout my day so I can respond to the needs of my growing company but leave room for some preplanned activities and spontaneity.
• You can’t do this alone, especially when it comes to long term financial planning, taxes and complex business transactions.
• He was also a member of various boards, including the Sage Accounting Advisory Council, Womxn Talk Money Advisory Board, the Greenwich Village-Chelsea Chamber of Commerce, and Pentacle.
• I hired an HR manager to make sure we adhere to best practices in a people business.

Here are the highlights from my experience at Accountex USA 2017 in Boston, Massachusetts. Featuring Daymond John of Shark Tank fame, Randi Zuckerberg, former spokesperson for Facebook, and the most innovative accountants and bookkeepers in the profession today.

🕺🏽 I make/perform/teach dance… and a few other things… I eat…

I learned the hard way how important it is to find balance in life and business. I learned that there are folks who will take advantage of you if you’re not careful. We’ve all been hustled at one point or another, but the one thing that changed from that point forward was my level of interrogation and discretion in selecting people to work with. The bottom line is if I can’t trust someone, then we can’t do business together. With this mindset, I can protect my time and the value I bring to the table. But I also understand that trust doesn’t happen overnight. Whether you consider yourself a professional artist or a creative entrepreneur, every one of us is at a different stage on our path towards financial freedom.

I love having a balanced routine throughout the morning because it sets a clear tone and intention for the day ahead. That said, I try to stay flexible throughout my day so I can respond to the needs of my growing company but leave room for some preplanned activities and spontaneity. I use Evernote to stay on top of my weekly to-dos and keep track of what I hope to accomplish with every meeting. Prior to his role as CEO, Mathew Heggem served as the development and communications director for The Bookkeeping Center, an agency that assists individuals aspiring to enter the accounting workforce. A graduate of Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Small Businesses program, Mathew is responsible for the #SUMTech initiative, which explores the intersection between accounting and technology.

We aren’t your usual accountants, and our clients appreciate that. We host events, have fun, dress casual, and welcome clients into our family.

” also helps me achieve the balance I need to be productive. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Mathew didn’t take the typical path to accounting. He graduated from Goucher College with a major in dance and a minor in religious studies and pursued a career as a professional dancer. We coach big-hearted Mathew Heggem leaders committed to changing the world. Book a sample session for a life-changing conversation today. Use this powerful point and accountability system to make achieving peak vitality and health in 30 days easy — and fun. 2) Find people to work with if you don’t already work with others.

“I’m on a journey to the next paradigm in my spiritual direction as a giver and in my career as a leader, arts entrepreneur, healer, and educator. At this pivotal moment, 10kCreators is serving as a catalyst to establish a solid business foundation and direction for me to be able to continue my journey with strategy, flow and support. Mathew Heggem, aka the dancing CEO, is the co-founder and CEO of SUM Innovation, a national accounting consulting firm that helps fast-growth businesses achieve next-level finance and accounting departments.

• My wife tells me a I am behaving quite differently having done the FOT program and contribute to a very happy partnership with her.
• The FOT Program has changed my approach to transacting in both business and personal matters.
• I don’t there is any other company that really counts as a direct competitor, but as a comparison let’s look at the “self-help” or “personal transformation” space.
• It touches our minds, hearts and stomachs by requiring a deep dive into what we think, how we feel and the courage it takes to approach both honestly and consistently.
• Get annoucements on the latest news, upcoming events, and resources to support you on your journey towards financial freedom.
• But, more often than not, it’s the right move to achieve our goals.

Clients are balancing risk with reward, and they can’t do it without a smart set of financials. That’s exactly what I hope to achieve with their organizations. While you might feel like limitations are holding you back right now, they might be your new best friend in you decided to become self-employed. Our guest today, https://www.wave-accounting.net/ explain how limitations create opportunity. And, I have been in the business of the arts for 15+ years as an arts entrepreneur, curator, producer, community organizer, organizational leader and business strategy consultant for various organizations.