Full Throttle Finance™️

Episode 24: Software Stack Sweet Spot

💻 Thinking about switching from QuickBooks? We were too. This week on Full Throttle Finance™, we break down the exact software stack we use to run our consulting firm—including why we’re leaving QBO, the pros/cons of other platforms like Xero and Zoho, and why a new all-in-one system called COUNT might be the future for firms like ours.
We also share our favorite tools for project management, communication, and password security—plus how we choose the right software for each of our clients (instead of forcing a one-size-fits-all stack).
 
🔧 Tools we cover: QuickBooks, COUNT, Asana, Slack, Descript, 1Password, Xero, AppFolio, REI Hub, Zoho Books, Wave
📈 Real numbers: QBO’s price hikes by tier
🏁 And what motorsports has to do with our latest software demo
 
🎧 Join us for an honest, practical look at how small businesses can work smarter without breaking the bank. Check back in every Friday for a new episode!
 
#BusinessSoftware #QuickBooksOnline #SoftwareSwitch #AccountingTools #SmallBusinessTips #BusinessPodcast #MotorsportBusiness

Episode 23: Sponsoring In Motorsports

Why Smart Businesses Sponsor Motorsports | Full Throttle Finance™ Podcast
Thinking about sponsoring a racer or motorsport team? Wondering if it's worth it for your business? In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we break down the exact strategy behind our recent sponsorship of professional motorcycle racer Kayla Yaakov, and why it made sense for our brand.
We talk candidly about:🏁 How we chose Kayla and structured our sponsorship📍 What makes a strategic logo placement💡 Why smaller businesses can afford motorsport sponsorships🧃 The untapped opportunity for CPG & wellness brands in racing📈 How racing visibility creates ROI long after race day💬 What we learned from brands like Mission Foods and Olipop⚡️ How to align your marketing dollars with your values
Whether you're a business owner, marketer, or motorsport fan — this episode offers insight into how sponsorships can fuel both brand growth and athlete dreams.
🎙️ Hosted by Felicia & Alli of Clean Bee ConsultingWe help race teams, athletes, and entrepreneurs rev up their finances with consulting, bookkeeping, and strategy tailored for the motorsport industry.
🔗 Book a consult:www.cleanbeeconsulting.com/fullthrottlefinance
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#SponsorshipStrategy #MotorsportsMarketing #KaylaYaakov #FullThrottleFinance #CleanBeeConsulting #MotorcycleRacing #BusinessStrategy #RacingSponsorship #SmallBusinessMarketing #AthleteSponsorship #MotoAmerica #WomenInMotorsport

Episode 22: Falling Behind, Staying Profitable, and Planning Ahead

📦 When Your Business Takes a Backseat (and That’s Okay)
This week, we’re getting honest about what happens when life gets busy and your own business falls to the bottom of the to-do list. After weeks on the road at Road Atlanta and visiting family, Felicia hadn’t touched Clean Bee’s books in almost a month—and guess what? The sky didn’t fall.
 
From missed bookkeeping tasks to automating invoices and keeping payroll running, this episode is all about how we stayed afloat using smart systems like Profit First, Hubdoc, and Asana.
 
✨ If you’ve ever felt like you’re dropping the ball in your business—this one's for you. Let’s talk grace, real workflows, and how to bounce back without burning out.
 
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Visit our website to book a consultation: cleanbeeconsulting.com/fullthrottlefinance
 
#FullThrottleFinance #ProfitFirst #BookkeepingTips #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessSystems #WomenInBusiness #FinancialLiteracy #BehindTheScenes #SmallBizOwner #CreativeFinance #MotorSportFinance

Episode 21: 1 year Anniversary Part 2

One Year In: What Worked, What Didn’t & What We’re Changing
 
🎙️ Welcome back to Full Throttle Finance™! In this special Part 2 episode, Felicia and Alli reflect on what really worked, and what did not, during our first year as a consulting firm. From contract lessons and Upwork strategies to social media struggles and staying agile without strict goals, we’re getting real about the highs, lows, and everything in between.
💬 Whether you're scaling your firm, navigating client relationships, or launching a new service, these behind-the-scenes insights will hit home.
 
🛠 Topics Covered:
Contract do’s & don’ts in service-based work
The real ROI of Upwork & networking
Why we don’t goal set—but still hit targets
Managing tough client breakups
Budgeting with Profit First
Lessons from our social media learning curve
When (and why) we say no
 
 🔗 Learn more about our services: www.cleanbeeconsulting.com/fullthrottlefinance
Watch a new episode of Full Throttle Finance™ every Friday! 👊🏼✊🏼💨
#FinancialLiteracy #SmallBusinessFinance #CleanBeeConsulting #EntrepreneurLife #BookkeepingTips #ConsultingFirm #FullThrottleFinance #ServiceBusiness #ProfitFirst #YearOneInBusiness

Episode 20: 🎉One Year Later: How We Built a Consulting Firm From Scratch🎉

Full Throttle Finance™ | Episode 20 – Part 1 of 2
 
This week, Felicia shares the raw, emotional, and powerful story behind how Clean Bee Consulting came to life. From losing her mom unexpectedly to walking away from burnout and building a thriving firm in under 12 months — this is the story behind the numbers.
 
📊 In Part 1, Felicia reflects on:
How grief sparked the first business
What building the firm looked like month by month
First clients, first wins, and the exact tools she used
Revenue growth, industry expansion, and hiring her first employee
Real metrics from Year One (and what we helped our clients achieve too)
✨ Whether you’re a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or someone in need of a fresh start — this episode is your sign that it’s possible.
 
🛠️ Come back next week for Part 2 next Friday, where we break down the things that didn’t go to plan — and how we pivoted.
 
💛 Thanks for being a part of this story. We’re just getting started.

Episode 19: Road Atlanta Reflections

🏁 MotoAmerica Race Weekend — Trackside Talk + Tax Deductions
Full Throttle Finance™ – Episode 19 | Live from Road Atlanta
 
In our first-ever in-person episode, Felicia and Allison hit the track at MotoAmerica’s Road Atlanta round and bring you behind the scenes — from paddock life to race day finances.
We break down what we actually saw teams spending money on, and how those expenses show up on your books:
🛠️ What’s deductible now vs. what gets depreciated
🏍️ How to handle gear, rentals, tools, and repairs
💥 What happens when a bike crashes or an engine blows
💸 The tax side of contingency prize money (yes, it’s taxable)
 
We also share our impressions of the weekend — from race strategy to unexpected celeb sightings, a photo finish for the books, and lessons learned from seeing how the pros operate up close.
 
A huge thank you to Orange Cat Racing for welcoming us into your hospitality setup and giving us a front-row seat to what it takes to run a top-tier race program. And a special shoutout to Jayson Uribe and Andrew Lee for your incredible podium finishes this weekend — this is one race weekend we’ll never forget.
 
Whether you’re a race team owner, rider, or motorsports business, this episode is packed with real-world takeaways you can apply to your next event.
📦 Grab more financial tools + resources for racers at
👉 www.cleanbeeconsulting.com/fullthrottlefinance
 
🎧 New episodes every Friday. Subscribe, like, and leave a comment, we would love to hear from you!
 
#MotoAmerica #RoadAtlanta #FullThrottleFinance #MotorsportsFinance #ContingencyMoney #TracksideTaxTips #MotorcycleRacing #OrangeCatRacing #AndrewLee #JaysonUribe #RacingBusiness

Episode 18: We're at MotoAmerica Road Atlanta

🏁Trackside at Road Atlanta: Racing, Receipts, & Rider Highlights
This week, we’re live from MotoAmerica’s Road Atlanta round for our first official Full Throttle Finance™ retreat — and we’ve got plenty to cover, both in the paddock and in your budget.
 
We’re diving into:
🔧 What race weekend expenses are actually tax-deductible
📲 Tools to stay financially organized while traveling📈 Real advice for teams, sponsors, and small businesses on structuring business trips🏍️ MotoAmerica class breakdowns + who’s leading each championship💥And yes — we’re announcing that we’re sponsoring Kayla Yaakov this round!
 
From baggers to superbikes, this episode is full of practical advice for teams on the move and fans who want to understand what goes on off the track too. Whether you're tuning in from the paddock or planning your next trip, this episode has something for you.
 
🎧We hope to see you all there this weekend!!!
 
#FullThrottleFinance #MotoAmerica #RoadAtlanta #KaylaYaakov #MotorsportFinance #RacingBusiness #MotoAmerica2025 #MotorcycleRacing #RacingExpenses #SponsorshipStrategy

Episode 17: FTF 🤝 MotoAmerica Road Atlanta

This week, we’re celebrating a lot of wins — We are celebrating 1 year as a firm. From wrapping our first full tax season as a firm to prepping for our very first company retreat at MotoAmerica’s Road Atlanta round, this episode is part catch-up, part strategy, and 100% Full Throttle.
 
Felicia & Allison reunite to talk about:
✅ The systems that made PTO during tax season actually work
✅ How we reduced chaos and increased profit this season
✅ Why we’re calling our trip to Road Atlanta a legitimate business deduction
✅ What small businesses can learn from our approach to marketing, planning, and sponsorship
✅ Behind-the-scenes logistics: flights, hotels, and rental cars — all with a financial twist
 
🚨 Bonus: We spill the beans on sponsoring a rider at this MotoAmerica round… and how tax strategy plays into every decision we make.
Whether you’re a motorsport entrepreneur, a small business owner, or a remote team leader, there’s something in this episode for you.
🎧 Listen now, and if you’ll be at Road Atlanta — come find us in the paddock!
 
Check out our website to book a consultation today!: cleanbeeconsulting.com/fullthrottlefinance
 
#FullThrottleFinance #MotoAmerica #RoadAtlanta #BusinessRetreat #MotorsportMarketing #BookkeepingForRacers #SmallBusinessStrategy #TaxWriteOffs #ConsultingFirmLife