When you think of bookkeeping, what comes to mind? Spreadsheets? Receipts? Hours spent trying to remember what that one charge was for back in February?

Bookkeeping tends to get a bad rap—either it's seen as overly complicated or not worth the effort until tax season. As a freelance bookkeeper working with small businesses, I often hear the same misconceptions from clients. Believing these myths can lead to costly mistakes and missed opportunities for growth.

Many small business owners see bookkeeping as just another task on the to-do list—right up there with filing paperwork and checking the mail. But in reality, good bookkeeping is far more than admin. It’s a strategic tool that can help you grow faster, spend smarter, and make decisions with confidence.

When most business owners think about bookkeeping, they think of spreadsheets, receipts, and tax season stress. But what’s often overlooked is just how expensive disorganized finances can be. Whether you’re a solopreneur or leading a small team, messy books don’t just create headaches—they cost you real money, time, and missed opportunities.

In the world of entrepreneurship, wellness is trending — and rightly so. Founders and freelancers are embracing breathwork, therapy, sleep tracking, and morning routines like never before. But there’s one piece that rarely makes the self-care conversation: