Ep. 2.11 | Bankruptcy to Bookkeeping Empire w/ Nicole Barham

04/24/25 • 34 min

SummaryIn this episode of the Structure & Soul podcast, host Shanel Evans speaks with Nicole Barham, founder of Five Minute Bookkeeper. They discuss the journey of entrepreneurship, the importance of financial clarity, and the balance between business and family life. Nicole shares her personal story of overcoming bankruptcy and how it inspired her to create a tool that simplifies bookkeeping for solopreneurs. The conversation also touches on the significance of mindset in business expansion, the challenges of collaboration, and the need for financial education among entrepreneurs.Key Takeaways

Nicole Barham created Five Minute Bookkeeper to help entrepreneurs manage their finances easily.
Bankruptcy was a pivotal moment that led Nicole to focus on her financial health.
Listening to client needs can lead to business expansion and new service offerings.
Setting boundaries is crucial for balancing business and family life.
Mindset plays a significant role in how entrepreneurs view their finances.
Collaboration can be beneficial but requires careful vetting and alignment.

Get in Touch with Nicole:https://www.instagram.com/5minutebookkeeper/https://www.facebook.com/5minutebookkeeper

About the Host: Shanel Evans is a business strategist and coach who helps entrepreneurs shatter revenue ceilings and attract their dream clients through client attraction and social media strategies. Known for her "red pen" moments, Shanel offers feedback that helps entrepreneurs course-correct while staying true to their goals, delivered with love.

Where to Find Us:

Host Website: www.shanelevans.com
Apply to be a Guest: www.structureandsoulpodcast.com
LinkedIn: Shanel Evans

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Nicole Barham created Five Minute Bookkeeper to help entrepreneurs manage their finances easily.
Bankruptcy was a pivotal moment that led Nicole to focus on her financial health.
Listening to client needs can lead to business expansion and new service offerings.
Setting boundaries is crucial for balancing business and family life.
Mindset plays a significant role in how entrepreneurs view their finances.
Collaboration can be beneficial but requires careful vetting and alignment.

Get in Touch with Nicole:https://www.instagram.com/5minutebookkeeper/https://www.facebook.com/5minutebookkeeper

Where to Find Us:

Host Website: www.shanelevans.com
Apply to be a Guest: www.structureandsoulpodcast.com
LinkedIn: Shanel Evans

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Ep. 2.10 | Hotel Ownership with Ramel Lee

SummaryIn this episode of Structure & Soul, Shanel Evans speaks with Ramel Lee, managing partner of RD Lee Capital Partners, about the opportunities in hotel investment and the importance of financial education for working-class individuals. Ramel shares his journey from a state employee to a hotel investor, emphasizing the need to shift mindsets from consumer to investor. The conversation also touches on the challenges of attracting investors, the impact of COVID on business strategies, and the significance of excitement in investment discussions.Key TakeawaysLess than 2% of hotels are owned by African-Americans, highlighting a significant opportunity.Investing in hotels can provide better returns than traditional investments.Shifting from a consumer mindset to an investor mindset is essential.Investors are more likely to invest in people they trust and feel excited about."People invest in people, not just deals."Connect with Ramel:FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61569623162938&mibextid=wwXIfr&mibextid=wwXIfrIG: https://www.instagram.com/rd_lee_capital_partners/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rd-lee-capital-partners-llc?trk=public_post_feed-actor-imageYouTube: https://youtu.be/CLRIrEpFCdM?si=OBGTT2PQRw8CZiKf

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Host Website: www.shanelevans.com
Apply to be a Guest: www.structureandsoulpodcast.com
LinkedIn: Shanel Evans

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Ep. 2.12 | Creating Value in a Noisy Digital World w/ Josh Klemons

SummaryIn this conversation, Shanel Evans and Josh Klemons explore the intersection of digital marketing and progressive politics, discussing strategies for creating value online, building community, and engaging audiences. Josh shares insights from his journey into digital marketing, emphasizing the importance of adding value rather than focusing solely on sales. He introduces the concept of 'bricks and feathers' in content strategy and offers practical tips for balancing news consumption with productivity. The discussion highlights the lessons businesses can learn from political campaigns, particularly the significance of connection and community engagement.Key Takeaways