💬 Not All Financial Advice Is Meant for You — And That’s Okay

BUSINESS

Jun 10

If you’ve spent any time scrolling Instagram, listening to podcasts, or sitting in on a webinar lately, you’ve probably heard at least one of these:

“You need five income streams to be successful.”
“Hire fast or you’ll stay stuck.”
“Raise your prices. Again.”
“If you’re not investing, you’re behind.”

It’s a lot.

And while I love that there’s so much information available to small business owners, I also want to offer a little permission slip:
You don’t have to take every piece of advice.
In fact, you shouldn’t.

🧭 Context Is Everything

When someone offers business advice, always ask yourself:

“Do they run a business like mine?”

Not every finance “guru” understands what it’s like to be a solopreneur with kids at home, a service-based business owner with a seasonal cycle, or a woman building her business during nap time and evenings.

Look at their business model, their stage of growth, and their industry. If it’s completely different from yours — their advice might not apply. And that’s okay.

🚨 Watch Out for One-Size-Fits-All Tips

“Everyone needs a team.”
“You should have a course by now.”
“Don’t bother with X, it’s outdated.”

These statements might be well-meaning — but they often come from people speaking to their own experience or audience, not yours.

I’ve seen these kinds of blanket tips cause business owners to second-guess themselves, jump into decisions too quickly, or feel “behind” when they’re actually right on track.

📊 Your Numbers Know the Truth

Before you adopt someone’s advice, pause and ask:

Does this align with my cash flow?
What will it do to my profit margin?
Can my budget actually support this move?

Good advice should support what’s actually possible in your business — not just what’s trending or what worked for someone else during their biggest launch month.

🧠 Gut Check + Data = Strong Decisions

You know your business better than anyone else. Your instincts matter.
But so do your numbers.

It’s not about ignoring your intuition — it’s about backing it up with real data. When you can look at your financials and make an informed choice, that’s when you start building sustainable momentum.

💡 What to Look For Instead

If you want guidance that actually serves your business, look for:

Advice from someone who understands your industry and size
Patterns of consistent results, not just one viral moment
Frameworks that invite you to think critically — not rules that box you in

Support that helps you personalize and adapt, not just copy

✨ What We Believe at Done By 5

We work with business owners from all walks of life — across industries, stages of growth, and life situations. And the biggest truth we’ve learned?

Personalized, thoughtful strategy matters.
Your numbers are a reflection of your reality. When you use them with intention, you make smarter, calmer, better-aligned decisions — ones that actually serve your business long-term.

Feeling Stuck in the Noise?

If all the financial advice out there has you feeling unsure about what actually applies to your business — let’s talk. We’ll help you cut through the noise and focus on what matters most for your numbers, your season, and your goals.

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