January was an exciting month for my business, and I’m thrilled to share the details with you!
My online business brought in $9,109.98, and as always, I’m peeling back the curtain to give you a behind-the-scenes look at what worked, what didn’t, and the strategies I’m refining as I grow. Whether you’re curious about running an online business, looking for inspiration, or just are really nosy and LOVE when people share money stuff, this report is for you. Let’s dive into the numbers, lessons, and wins from January!
January was a fantastic start to the year! I took the first week of the year off to fully enjoy the holidays and ease into 2025, then I hit the ground running! January is always a busy month in my business, packed with exciting new client launches and laying the groundwork for the year ahead.
My parents were also in town for a week this month which gave me some extra childcare support and a few extra date nights with my husband!
Total Income for January: $9,109.98
Contractors $557.00
This is for one virtual assistant who does some admin work in my business, a website designer who helps me update pages on my own website and a deposit to my secure a spot with my accountant to do my 2024 taxes.
Credit Card Processing Fees: $298.73
This is the cut Paypal and Stripe take out when I’m paid.
Software: $12.20
You can see the full list of tools and software I use to run my business below. For most softwares I pay for the full year at once, but these payments were for my podcast hosting through Libsyn and my Gsuite account.
Eating Out: $18.38
When my parents were in town I spent some time at a coffee shop so that I was had some extra work time without extra people around.
Office Supplies: $35.13
I needed new printer ink.
Travel: $72.17
I adjusted a flight for a business trip I’m taking later this year.
Total Expenses: $993.61
1. Record a new podcast episode – Not Done!
Technically while I’m writing this I still have a couple of days to go so we’ll see but this one probably won’t get done before the month is over. I did write out a new intro though so that has to count for something!
2. Go look at houses – Done!
I’m maybe – possibly buying a house in 2025! My husband and I spent a weekend this month looking at a bunch of houses and trying to narrow down the exact area we want to live.
3. Write out a list of changes to make and software to add to my tools and resources page – NOPE!
I didn’t get to this one, but I did make a new page for one of my favorite tools ShowIt so really this gets partial credit too as I completed a similar task.
1. Unplug and enjoy my trips.
I have TWO trips in February. A cruise with my best friend and a business retreat with a couple of business friends. I’m giving myself permission to just enjoy them and focus on doing less this month.
2. Submit tax documents to our accountant.
I want to get our taxes done as early as possible this year which means I need to get everything submitted and over to my accountant.
3. Read a physical book just for fun.
I’ve really been enjoying reading more actual books lately. I’m an avid audiobooks listener but lately I’ve also been making sure to read a couple pages each morning of a REAL BOOK and it’s been really soothing and fun.
A quick note – Some of the links below are affiliate links which means I may get a small kickback if you use them. There’s no additional cost to you and all of these products are things I actually use in my own business.
Business Money Tools:
Personal Money Tools:
Productivity and Goal-Setting Tools:
Social Media:
Podcasting:
Email Marketing:
Website:
I also have loads more tools and resources here if you want more ideas and recommendations.
Other disclosures:
Relay Bank: Relay is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services and FDIC insurance are provided through Thread Bank, Member FDIC. The Relay Visa® Debit Card is issued by Thread Bank pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and may be used everywhere Visa® debit cards are accepted.
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