The Money Wake-Up Call You Didn’t Know You Needed with Anora Weste

In this episode, Laura Sinclair sits down with financial expert and founder of WMS Bookkeeping, Anora Weste, to tackle the topic that makes many entrepreneurs squirm: money. Together, they strip away the shame and confusion around business finances, offering actionable tips for understanding your numbers, saving for taxes, and creating sustainable financial systems—whether you’re making $5K or scaling beyond six figures. From when to incorporate to how to manage cash flow in your early days, this episode is packed with real talk and no-BS financial clarity. In this episode you will hear:[00:49] — Laura introduces guest Anora Weste, founder of WMS Bookkeeping[02:03] — Laura admits to avoiding her numbers early on — and why many others do the same[05:37] — Anora’s #1 piece of advice for every entrepreneur: “Just look.”[08:13] — Why outsourcing your bookkeeping can save you money[11:42] — What sustainable success really looks like in your first couple of years[18:44] — Sole prop vs. incorporation: When it makes sense to switch[23:26] — Laura opens up about the fear she felt around taxes and bookkeeping early on[28:16] — Anora breaks down the simplest way to stay ahead of your taxes[32:46] — “Just because you made $20K this month doesn’t mean it’s all yours” [36:34] — Your business exists to fund your life. Make sure your finances support that. Anora's Links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anoraweste/Website: https://www.anoraweste.com/Join This Mother Means Business : www.thismothermeansbusiness.com Laura's Links:• Website • Laura's Instagram • LinkedIn • Facebook • Pinterest • TikTok