• 56. Is Your Website Helping or Hurting Your Accounting Firm?
    Sep 17 2025

    You can post consistently, show up on social media, send newsletters…But if your website doesn’t match your message, you're sending people into a dead end.

    Your website is the anchor of your funnel. Not just a “nice-to-have.”

    In this episode, I sit down with Kristen Corey, Founder of Media Books Agency, to talk about:

    • Why your website needs to match your brand
    • The biggest mistakes accounting firms make with DIY sites
    • What your homepage should really include
    • Why done-for-you copywriting is a game-changer for financial firms

    Resources Mentioned:

    DIY Your Website: https://enchanting-term-193.myflodesk.com/jyduielyq8

    About the Guest:

    After obtaining her Bachelors and Master's in accounting, Kristen went into public accounting where she became an auditor. It wasn’t until she had the opportunity to move abroad that she began to do marketing work for entrepreneurs. She quickly gained experience working with industries including tech, fashion, legal, real estate, and even a high-end chocolate brand. Her experience grew from doing PR, graphic design, inbound marketing, social media management, to website development. Upon returning back from overseas she was hired by a boutique accounting company to work as both an accountant and marketer.

    This is when she found combining her two favorite industries wasn’t just possible but needed, Kristen decided to start a marketing agency dedicated to helping accounting firms.

    Today Kristen has helped hundreds of accounting firms build their online presence with modern and professional techniques that allow accounting firms to hit their goals.

    Connect with Kristen below:

    LinkedIn:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-corey/

    Instagram:

    https://www.instagram.com/mediabooksagency

    Youtube:

    https://www.youtube.com/@mediabooksagency

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    27 mins
  • 55. Reset Your Marketing for Fall 2025
    Sep 10 2025

    Fall always feels like a natural reset, especially for financial professionals heading into the busiest time of year. In this episode, I’m diving into exactly how to reset your marketing this fall without the overwhelm.

    In this episode, I’m sharing:

    • Why fall is the best time to reset your marketing
    • My simple 3-step Reset Framework (Review, Simplify, Prep)
    • How to stop scrambling and start showing up consistently
    • Easy marketing ideas for Q4 that work for financial pros
    • How to treat fall as your “marketing great lock-in” season

    Book a Free Call:

    www.beesimplified.com

    Let’s Connect:

    LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/inbiancamarissasmith

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/beesimplified

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    11 mins
  • 54. From Agency to Me: The Soft Rebrand Story
    Sep 3 2025

    Taking a break this summer wasn’t just about sunshine and sangria, it led to a deeper shift in my business. I realized something big: it was time to be simplified literally and figuratively.

    Whether you're running a firm or feeling a little off in your own brand, this episode is your reminder to pivot with purpose.

    In this episode, I’m sharing:

    • Why I changed my business name to “Bee Simplified”
    • The agency path that didn’t feel aligned anymore
    • What building a business around your actual life looks like
    • Why your marketing doesn’t have to look like a content creator’s
    • My honest thoughts on pricing, custom packages, and transparency

    Book a Free Call:

    www.beesimplified.com

    Let’s Connect:

    LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/inbiancamarissasmith

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/beesimplified

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    16 mins
  • 53. Mindset: Feeling Behind? Here’s How to Reset Without Guilt
    Jul 30 2025

    Feeling like you're behind on marketing? You're not alone especially if you're a financial pro coming off of tax season or juggling a full life.

    But here's the good news: You're not behind. You're not failing. You're human and your marketing doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful.

    In this episode, I’m wrapping up the 5-Minute Marketing series with a little reset and a big reminder:

    • Why being “quiet” doesn’t mean you’re behind
    • How to return to your content without overthinking it
    • The simple mindset shift that can bring you back online
    • What to say if it’s been a while since you posted or emailed
    • The best way to restart with no grand re-entry required

    Book a Free Call: Simplified Marketing Services

    Let’s Connect: Website: https://simplifiedmarketingservices.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancamarissasmith/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/simplifiedmarketingservices

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    4 mins
  • 52. Mindset: Simplify Your Marketing with One Thoughtful Post
    Jul 23 2025

    Marketing doesn’t have to take over your calendar or your sanity.

    In this episode, I’m breaking down how you can keep your marketing simple, sustainable, and actually doable in just 10 minutes a week. No complex funnels. No 27-step plans. Just real, consistent visibility that fits into your life as a financial pro.

    Here’s what I cover:

    • Why you don’t need a fancy content calendar to stay visible
    • The 3-step, 10-minute marketing rhythm that builds brand awareness
    • How to turn one client convo into quick, impactful content
    • The surprising power of short, unpolished posts
    • A weekly reset you can actually stick to

    Book a Free Call: Simplified Marketing Services

    Let’s Connect: Website: https://simplifiedmarketingservices.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancamarissasmith/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/simplifiedmarketingservices

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    4 mins
  • 51. Mindset: Marketing Doesn’t Have to Be Loud
    Jul 16 2025

    Marketing can feel like it’s built for extroverts: bold colors, bold claims, big personalities. But if you’re a quiet thinker (especially if you’re a financial pro), this episode is for you.

    You don’t have to shout to stand out. Seriously.

    In this episode, I break down:

    • Why “quiet marketing” works for financial pros
    • What your ideal clients are actually looking for
    • How to show up calmly and confidently online
    • The power of repetition in building trust

    Book a Free Call: Simplified Marketing Services

    Let’s Connect: Website: https://simplifiedmarketingservices.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancamarissasmith/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/simplifiedmarketingservices

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    3 mins
  • 50. Social Media: Repurpose Like a Pro: Turn 1 Tip into 3 Posts
    Jul 9 2025

    Feeling like you need to be on a content creation treadmill just to stay visible? Let’s put that myth to rest. You can get more mileage (and less stress) out of the advice you’re already giving clients every single day.

    In this episode, I walk you through:

    • Why creating brand-new content constantly is not the answer
    • The power of repetition (and how it builds trust with your audience)
    • How to turn one client tip into three powerful social media posts

    Reset of the Day: Your best content already lives in your client convos.

    Book a Free Call: Simplified Marketing Services

    Let’s Connect: Website: https://simplifiedmarketingservices.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancamarissasmith/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/simplifiedmarketingservices

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    5 mins