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Bookkeeping & Business


Peptides Without the Hype: What They Are (and What They Aren’t)
Let’s clear something up. Peptides are not magic. They are not steroids. They are not a “quick fix” for bad habits. And they are definitely not what TikTok makes them sound like. Peptides are short chains of amino acids that act as signals in the body. Think of them as messengers — helping the body communicate more clearly about things like appetite, metabolism, recovery, and stress response. That’s it. They don’t replace healthy habits. They support them. For some people, p
Sandy Gruninger
3 days ago1 min read


If Willpower Worked, You Wouldn’t Be Here
If willpower worked, you wouldn’t be Googling this. You wouldn’t be frustrated. You wouldn’t be tired. You wouldn’t be wondering why your body stopped responding to the same things that used to work just fine. And yet… here you are. Most people who struggle with weight, cravings, or energy issues don’t lack discipline. They’ve actually mastered it. They’ve followed the plans. Counted the macros. Cut the sugar. Walked the miles. White-knuckled their way through more “fresh sta
Sandy Gruninger
Jan 301 min read


“You Don’t Have to Be Big to Bookkeep Like a Boss”
You don’t need 50 employees or a brick-and-mortar to deserve good books. You just need income, expenses, and a dream (plus maybe a dog...
Sandy Gruninger
Jan 231 min read


“I Built a Business in My Barn Boots (and Still Had Hay in My Hair)”
You don’t need a corner office or perfect branding to build something amazing. Sometimes, all you need is Wi-Fi, a little grit, and clean...
Sandy Gruninger
Jan 51 min read


“The Barn Saved Me — And I Don’t Say That Lightly”
When I didn’t know who I was anymore, I went to the barn 🐎 I didn’t have to explain my grief. I just had to show up and breathe. Some...
Sandy Gruninger
Dec 28, 20251 min read


“Why I Started a Bookkeeping Biz in My Barn Boots (and Why It Works)”
Turns out, you don’t need a blazer to run a legit business. Just some grit, Wi-Fi, and the ability to talk taxes without falling asleep...
Sandy Gruninger
Dec 2, 20251 min read


“Business, Grief, and Google Calendar: My Life’s Weird New Trio”
Nothing about building a business while grieving makes sense 🤷♀️ But here I am, booking client calls in between crying in my truck and...
Sandy Gruninger
Nov 4, 20251 min read


“If You’re Not Doing Your Books… You’re Probably Leaving Money on the Table”
This isn’t scare tactics. It’s real talk: if you’re running a business (even a teeny tiny one) and not tracking your finances — you’re...
Sandy Gruninger
Oct 20, 20251 min read


“Horse Hair, Dog Slobber & Happy Juice: The Real MVPs of My Sanity”
Some people have a yoga mat and green smoothies. I’ve got a horse who steps on my toes, two dogs who judge my life choices, and a...
Sandy Gruninger
Oct 10, 20251 min read


“What No One Tells You About Grief… Like How You Forget to Shave One Leg”
Grief isn’t just tears and tissues. It’s forgetting where your keys are, shaving only one leg 🪒, and crying in the Walmart parking lot...
Sandy Gruninger
Sep 25, 20251 min read


What I wish I Knew Before Starting My Freelance Bookkeeping Biz
If I could go back and talk to day-one Sandy—nervous, hopeful, clicking “create account” in QuickBooks—I’d tell her this: 💬 You don’t...
Sandy Gruninger
Aug 21, 20251 min read


What my Horse Taught Me About Stress & Control
My cutting horse taught me more about stress than any therapist ever did. Here’s the thing—she doesn’t respond to tension. Not well,...
Sandy Gruninger
Aug 13, 20251 min read


“Starting Over Isn’t a Moment — It’s a Thousand Tiny Decisions”
We think of starting over like a single moment. A clean slate. But it’s not. It’s dishes. Bills. Saying yes when you’re scared. And...
Sandy Gruninger
Aug 12, 20251 min read


How Losing My Husband Changed How I Do Business & Life
When Kevin passed, my entire world shifted—including how I show up in my business. Suddenly, every system I used, every plan I’d made,...
Sandy Gruninger
Aug 5, 20251 min read


Montana Small Business? Here's Why Local Bookkeeping Still Matters!
There are a million online services out there offering bookkeeping for “just $49/month.”But they won’t walk your pasture. They don’t get...
Sandy Gruninger
Jul 23, 20251 min read


How Mental Wellness Impacts Your Money Decisions (and what to do about it)
Ever notice how hard it is to focus on bills, invoicing, or QuickBooks when your brain is fried? There’s a reason for that—and it’s...
Sandy Gruninger
Jul 10, 20251 min read


What Can You Write Off? 7 Tax Deductions Small Business Owners Miss
There’s nothing worse than overpaying Uncle Sam just because you didn’t know what counted as a write-off. So here’s a quick roundup of 7...
Sandy Gruninger
Jul 1, 20251 min read


Why Your Business Deserves More Than a DIY Bookkeeping Hack
Trying to DIY your books to “save money”? I get it—we’ve all been there. But here’s the truth: DIY bookkeeping is fine... until it isn’t....
Sandy Gruninger
Jun 24, 20251 min read


Is It Time to Outsource Your Bookkeeping? 5 Signs You’re Drowning in Receipts
Running a business is hard enough without being your own accountant. If you’re constantly playing catch-up with invoices, payroll, and...
Sandy Gruninger
Jun 16, 20251 min read
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