A Founder's Life
Join me as I explore the powerful intersection of entrepreneurship, health & wellness, and parenthood. In each episode, I’ll be interviewing inspiring individuals who excel in one or more of these areas, sharing their stories, insights, and lessons. My goal is to provide valuable takeaways that can help you thrive both personally and professionally.
A Founder's Life
Creating a Business Model That Fits Your Life - Kerry Postel - S3 - E6
In this inspiring episode of A Founder’s Life, Leo Gestetner sits down with Kerry Postel—founder of Abacus Business Solutions—to talk about building a business that works for your life, not the other way around.
From discovering her love for numbers to running a successful accounting and coaching company remotely from England, Kerry shares how she designed her business for freedom, flexibility, and family. After 19 years in the U.S., she made the life-changing decision to return home, proving that intentional design is just as important in life as it is in business.
💡 Whether you’re a founder struggling to understand your numbers, dreaming of working from anywhere, or looking to create better balance—this conversation is packed with practical advice and hard-earned wisdom.
What You’ll Learn:
•Why most business owners are running blind with their numbers
•How to set up your business to run from anywhere
•The decision to move back to England for family
•How Kerry avoids burnout and sets strong boundaries
•The importance of asking for help as an entrepreneur
•Why trusting your team is key to scaling
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Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
00:34 – Kerry’s background and move from the U.S. to the UK
01:14 – Discovering a passion for numbers
02:54 – Helping business owners understand and trust their numbers
03:00 – The value of family and moving back to England
05:38 – Creating space for fun and health
07:00 – Health routines and boundaries
08:23 – Defining balance and avoiding burnout
10:37 – Pivotal moments in business growth
12:20 – Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs
13:20 – Where to connect with Kerry
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