Business Growth Expert - Business Beyond the Shoe Box

Lorna Whiteaker is a business growth expert with a focus on helping small businesses get in control of their financials by knowing their numbers to have a business and life they love.

Make More Money and Like It!

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:November 13, 2021
Post category:How to Make Money

Save more, spend less! I have heard that all my life and I bet you have too. So what haven’t I heard?

Launch of The 20 Minute CFO Hybrid Course for Rapid Business Growth

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:October 11, 2021
Post category:Grow My Business

The 20 Minute CFO uses a cutting-edge hybrid approach pairing online learning modules with live group coaching sessions resulting in business owners making more money with rapid business growth success.

The 3 Fundamental Mindsets for having a Successful Business

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:March 26, 2021
Post category:Business Growth Expert

Discover the three fundamental mindsets for having a successful business from a San Luis Obispo Business Consultant.

Top 10 Business Growth Tips for Small Businesses

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:September 2, 2020
Post category:Business Growth Expert

During the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses are looking for business growth tips and strategies more than ever.

How to Write a Business Growth Strategy

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:June 16, 2020
Post category:Business Growth Expert

Once you know your customers, what they are shopping for, and how you will measure, you can pick one or two strategies to work with when writing a business growth strategy.

COVID-19 Cash Flow Triage

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:May 29, 2020
Post category:How to Make Money Financial Training

COVID-19 has made a huge impact on small businesses. So what can you do? How about a little COVID-19 cash flow triage.

What do you REALLY WANT out of Business Growth?

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:February 4, 2020
Post category:Business Growth Expert

Getting what we want from business growth isn’t always easy to say. Here are 4 desires.

Mindfulness in Business: How to Make Money by Boosting Your Productivity and Your Joy

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:December 17, 2019
Post category:How to Make Money

Mindfulness is a common practice in yoga, but have you ever tried applying mindfulness in business? Learn how to make money by boosting your productivity and your joy.

California Assembly Bill 5: What Entrepreneurs Need to Know

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:December 1, 2019
Post category:Small Business Operations

Are you an independent contractor? California Assembly Bill 5 is changing things for small business owners and independent contractors

Learning How to Make Money With a Small Business Means No Shortcuts Allowed

Post author:Lorna Whiteaker
Post published:September 1, 2019
Post category:How to Make Money

My dad taught me many valuable things about how to make money with a small business, but what he taught me about shortcuts has been invaluable.

Like most of today’s business owners, I'm a purpose-driven entrepreneur. I have more than 2 decades of experience as a business consultant, financial skills trainer and profits coach.
I take great joy from helping others learn and utilize the skills and financial savvy that are the building blocks of profitable, easy-to-run businesses.
My first year in business was disappointing. There is such a difference between knowing what to do and HOW to do it. Once I realized what I had missed, I was able to triple my income my second year. The real bottom line is that… the use of simple tools and effective strategies produces profound results.
Since then, I have been able to consistently make informed decisions, rise above my fears, and build a highly profitable business (that has become more than I ever expected it would). I am more confident and have the freedom that time and money make possible. While I still don’t like tax season, it is not a time of anxiety and dread.
For me, there has been nothing more exhilarating and fulfilling than being able to confidently take focused action, make a difference, make money, love my business, and have a life I love. It would be my honor to help you to learn how to do the same.