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title: "EP412: Melissa Broughton - Setting Ourselves Up For Bookkeeping Success"
description: Melissa Broughton shares the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones, leaning into our inner problem-solvers, and the way embracing technology will help you find financial freedom.
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# [EP412: Melissa Broughton - Setting Ourselves Up For Bookkeeping Success](https://www.thesuccessfulbookkeeper.com/podcast/melissa-broughton-quit-corporate-accounting-start)

 Written by [Michael Palmer](https://www.thesuccessfulbookkeeper.com/podcast/author/michael-palmer) | Apr 9, 2024 1:00:00 PM

**“If I was just open to meeting somebody and having a conversation and understanding where they were coming from, it naturally turned into a client, and that’s what we have continued to do to this day.”**  
**- Melissa Broughton**

We all feel like imposters in our businesses at one time or another. This fear can paralyze us, stopping us from taking any action at all. But it will always be better to try and fail, than let fear stop us from ever trying at all. 

When it comes to putting ourselves out there, it is hard to know which school of thought to listen to. Do you go for the soft or hard sell, hit the pavement, or focus on online marketing? The answer will always be to try everything and see what works for you. There is no one-size-fits-all approach. 

Melissa Broughton, owner of Busy Bee Advisors, is this episode’s featured guest. She has spent her career helping small businesses gain financial clarity. She speaks to the importance of stepping out of our comfort zones, leaning into our inner problem-solvers, and the way embracing technology will help you find financial freedom. 

If you are struggling to find clients, or just aren’t sure about the next step to take in your bookkeeping business, then this is the episode to help you get intentional about your goals, objectives, and purpose. 

During this interview, you'll learn...

- **The value of leaning into our inner problem-solvers**
- **How to use technology to your best advantage**
- **The importance of stepping out of our comfort zones**

To find out more about Melissa, click [**here**](https://busybeeadvisors.com/meet-the-team/).

Connect with her on [**LinkedIn**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-broughton-baa3ab77/).

Check out Busy Bee Advisors at **[this link](https://busybeeadvisors.com/)**.

**Time Stamps     **

01:11 - Melissa discusses her career journey  
04:53 - Stepping out of our comfort zones  
07:41 - Building a successful network  
12:38 - Embracing technology   
13:55 - Leaning into your inner problem-solver  
16:28 - Working with family   
21:47 - Looking to the future   
24:25 - Passing your knowledge on  
27:17 - Learning more about Melissa

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