Prioritizing, Saying No, and Entrepreneurial Success

The Regrets of a Busy Parent: "I don't even remember giving my son a bath his 1st year of his life." — Leslie Alvarez  Glenn Harper and Julie Smith sit down with the remarkable Leslie Alvarez, a powerhouse mompreneur and the president and founder of Community Association Consulting Experts Inc. Glenn and Julie talk with Leslie Alvarez, the president and founder of Community Association Consulting Experts Inc., about her journey of juggling the demanding roles of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Leslie shares candid advice on:The Art of Prioritization: Learn why saying "no" is essential and how valuing personal time can help you become your best self.Overcoming Setbacks: Discover how Leslie faced challenges head-on, recognized the need for self-care, and the importance of cherishing family moments.Managing High Performing Anxiety: Leslie discusses her experience with anxiety and offers valuable insights into slowing down and appreciating life's special moments. Empowering Takeaways Insight into how she manages her dual roles as a mother and an entrepreneur, stressing the need to prioritize and manage time effectively. The importance of setting boundaries and learning to say no to unnecessary commitments to focus on what truly matters. Hiring team members with strong customer service skills and surrounding herself with a supportive team to balance her task-oriented nature. Empowering Moments 05:48 Childhood bookworm, rebuilt Barbie world, future property manager. 08:04 Returned to school as an adult at 38. 12:38 Proving myself in high-level role with diploma. 14:39 Entrepreneurs' journey: degrees not always necessary. 16:56 Studied intensely in big chunks, completed efficiently. 22:26 Turning point: From pregnant and jobless to author. 24:27 Learned to make tamales, supported family during break. 33:10 Enforcing rules with legal experience and support. 38:57 Learning to say no and prioritize self-care. 40:49 Struggle to prioritize and cherish family moments. 44:24 Overcoming imposter syndrome in Mexican neighborhood. Running a business doesn’t have to run your life. Without a business partner who holds you accountable, it’s easy to be so busy ‘doing’ business that you don’t have the right strategy to grow your business. Stop letting your business run you. At Harper & Co CPA Plus, we know that you want to be empowered to build the lifestyle you envision. In order to do that you need a clear path to follow for success Our clients enjoy a proactive partnership with us. Schedule a consultation with us today. Download our free guide - Entrepreneurial Success Formula: How to Avoid Managing Your Business From Your Bank Account. PureTax, LLC Copyright 2025 Glenn Harper https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/