Go to school, get good grades, go to college and become a Professional Accountant. That’s what they say, right?

Today’s guest did just that, but with a slight twist.

Immediately after he obtained his Master’s of Accountancy degree and then his CPA license, he let it lapse so he could work on his business full-time.

He is a brilliant entrepreneur and the founder of YouNeedABudget.com — Software built to give you laser-focus with your money.

When he isn’t writing or speaking about budgeting and being smart with your money, you can find him spending time with his wife Julie, and their five children.

Now, let’s hack…

Jesse Mecham.

What you will learn in this episode:

• Obsessing until you get disproportionate returns on your efforts
• Learn how every small business owner can have employees not steal from them
• Why you need to block out time on your calendar to do big things
• How to simply move from consumption to creativity mode

Resources and links mentioned:

• You Need A Budget
• Jesse on Twitter 
• Jesse on LinkedIn
• Stephen Covey -- 7 Habits of Highly Successful People
• Jim Collins -- Good to Great
• Hedgehog Concept
• Today's Sponsor: FreshBooks (30-day Free Trial)