188 ⎸ How to Become a Better Leader with Alyssa Lang

leadership Feb 23, 2025

Hey ambitious bookkeepers!

In this episode, Alyssa Lang, my biz bestie & The Workflow Queen dives into what it truly means to be a great leader, focusing on how to move beyond everyday tasks and really lead your firm.

She breaks down five key pillars of leadership that will help you build a scalable, profitable, and well-aligned business. Alyssa shares her personal journey, explaining how shifting your mindset, setting the right offers, creating smooth systems, building a strong company culture, and removing yourself from daily operations can transform your firm.

 

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Now let's dive into some highlights!

Leadership is for Everyone

Whether you're at the beginning stages of your business or you're a seasoned entrepreneur, leadership is something we all need to embrace. Starting your own firm means you have to lead your clients from day one, and that's what Alyssa delves into in this episode. She provides a fresh perspective on leadership that extends beyond just managing a team.

Don't Miss Out on Alyssa's Workshop

Throughout the episode, Alyssa discusses her Power to Breakthrough boot camp. Although the boot camp has already passed, don't worry! Alyssa is offering a Removable CEO Workshop that covers similar topics in a condensed live session. You can find the link to this free workshop in the show notes of this episode—don't miss out!

Step into the Role of a Leader

A key takeaway from Alyssa's discussion is the importance of stepping into a leadership role, even if you don't see yourself as a traditional leader. She talks about the five key pillars of leadership that will help you create a scalable, profitable, and aligned firm without burning out. Trust me, the insights are priceless.

Empower Yourself and Your Team

One thing Alyssa emphasizes is creating a company culture that empowers your team. This not only helps in running your firm like a well-oiled machine but also gives you the freedom to focus on what truly matters. As entrepreneurs, sometimes we forget that true success comes from empowering those around us.

A Personal Note on Leadership

I loved this episode so much that I wanted to share it with all of you. Alyssa Lang pours her heart into discussing leadership, and it reminds me why it's so important for each of us to evaluate how we lead in both business and life. If you haven't already, go ahead and give it a listen. I promise you'll walk away with some valuable nuggets of wisdom.

Stay tuned for more episodes, and as always, be ambitious!


Connect with Alyssa:

🌐 Website: workflowqueen.com

📱 IG: @workflowqueen

🎙️ Podcast: Conquering Workflows & Systems with the Workflow Queen


Connect with The Ambitious Bookkeeper®

🌐 Website: ambitiousbookkeeper.com

👩‍💻 Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog

📱 Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper

📱 Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpa

💼 LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoup


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