Full Throttle Finance™️

Netflix quietly released F1: The Academy, a powerful docuseries following the journey of rising female drivers, and almost no one noticed.

In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we’re diving into why the show didn’t get the promo it deserved, what makes these women’s stories so compelling, and how visibility (or the lack of it) impacts the future of motorsport.

We explore: 🏁 The emotional stories of Abbi Pulling and Chloe Cham...

🎙 What do a motorsport legend and a struggling farmer have in common? Turns out, everything. In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we’re breaking down Season 4 of Amazon Prime’s Clarkson’s Farm and how Jeremy Clarkson’s journey from Top Gear to tractor gear mirrors the challenges of running a small business.

From bureaucratic red tape to community-first decision-making, we unpack what Clarkson’s farm teaches us about financia...

🏁 It’s not just the machine that wins races, it’s the systems behind the team.

In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we’re diving deep into task management systems and why they’re essential for both race teams and small businesses. From missed deadlines to burnout to inconsistent processes, we’ve seen firsthand how a lack of systems can stall growth.

We cover: ✅ What a task management system actually does ✅ Tools we’ve used (...

💻 Thinking about switching from QuickBooks? We were too. This week on Full Throttle Finance™, we break down the exact software stack we use to run our consulting firm—including why we’re leaving QBO, the pros/cons of other platforms like Xero and Zoho, and why a new all-in-one system called COUNT might be the future for firms like ours.

We also share our favorite tools for project management, communication, and password security—p...

Why Smart Businesses Sponsor Motorsports | Full Throttle Finance™ Podcast

Thinking about sponsoring a racer or motorsport team? Wondering if it's worth it for your business? In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we break down the exact strategy behind our recent sponsorship of professional motorcycle racer Kayla Yaakov, and why it made sense for our brand.

We talk candidly about: 🏁 How we chose Kayla and structured our sponso...

📦 When Your Business Takes a Backseat (and That’s Okay)

This week, we’re getting honest about what happens when life gets busy and your own business falls to the bottom of the to-do list. After weeks on the road at Road Atlanta and visiting family, Felicia hadn’t touched Clean Bee’s books in almost a month—and guess what? The sky didn’t fall.

From missed bookkeeping tasks to automating invoices and keeping payroll running, this ...

One Year In: What Worked, What Didn’t & What We’re Changing

🎙️ Welcome back to Full Throttle Finance™! In this special Part 2 episode, Felicia and Alli reflect on what really worked, and what did not, during our first year as a consulting firm. From contract lessons and Upwork strategies to social media struggles and staying agile without strict goals, we’re getting real about the highs, lows, and everything in between.

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Full Throttle Finance™ | Episode 20 – Part 1 of 2

This week, Felicia shares the raw, emotional, and powerful story behind how Clean Bee Consulting came to life. From losing her mom unexpectedly to walking away from burnout and building a thriving firm in under 12 months — this is the story behind the numbers.

📊 In Part 1, Felicia reflects on:

• How grief sparked the first business
• What building the firm looked like month b...

🏁 MotoAmerica Race Weekend — Trackside Talk + Tax Deductions

Full Throttle Finance™ – Episode 19 | Live from Road Atlanta

In our first-ever in-person episode, Felicia and Allison hit the track at MotoAmerica’s Road Atlanta round and bring you behind the scenes — from paddock life to race day finances.

We break down what we actually saw teams spending money on, and how those expenses show up on your books:

🛠️ What’s deductible ...

🏁Trackside at Road Atlanta: Racing, Receipts, & Rider Highlights

This week, we’re live from MotoAmerica’s Road Atlanta round for our first official Full Throttle Finance™ retreat — and we’ve got plenty to cover, both in the paddock and in your budget.

We’re diving into:

🔧 What race weekend expenses are actually tax-deductible

📲 Tools to stay financially organized while traveling 📈 Real advice for teams, sponsors, and smal...

This week, we’re celebrating a lot of wins — We are celebrating 1 year as a firm. From wrapping our first full tax season as a firm to prepping for our very first company retreat at MotoAmerica’s Road Atlanta round, this episode is part catch-up, part strategy, and 100% Full Throttle.

Felicia & Allison reunite to talk about:

✅ The systems that made PTO during tax season actually work

✅ How we re...

Before Clean Bee Consulting, there was a candle company — and the lessons I learned from that venture changed everything about how I lead today.

In this solo episode, I’m sharing how building a product-based business taught me the power of simplicity, data-driven growth, and why steady always wins. Whether you're leading a race team or launching a side hustle, these takeaways apply.

#FullThrottleFinance #EntrepreneurMindset #Busine...

In this solo episode, Felicia - CEO at Clean Bee Consulting - dives into one of the most misunderstood business topics: payroll.

Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur, a race team owner, or a small business leader, this conversation will challenge how you think about paying others.

Felicia shares her personal journey with building a team, including what hiring her first employee taught her about leadership, clarity, and sustainabl...

Ever feel like your business is running full speed… in the middle of a downpour? Welcome to Racing in the Rain - our latest episode of Full Throttle Finance™, where we unpack how high-pressure racing moments mirror the real-world decisions entrepreneurs and business owners face daily.

When race teams face unpredictable weather - on again, off again rain t...

🏎️ Budget Like an F1 Team | How Formula 1 Cost Caps Teach Smarter Spending for Race Programs & Small Businesses

What can Formula 1's cost caps teach us about financial discipline, innovation, and building high-performance teams — even on a tight budget? More than you think.

In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™, we break down how top-tier motorsport organizations manage millions under strict financial regulations and tran...

🎧 Full Throttle Finance™ | Episode 12 — “Pressure to Survive”

The financial game of motorsport racing is changing — and Netflix is leading the charge.

In this episode, Felicia (CEO of Clean Bee Consulting) and Allison (Senior Bookkeeper) break down how shows like Drive to Survive (Formula 1) and Pressure to Rise (MotoAmerica) are more than just entertainment — they’re revenue-generating machines.

We dive into:

🏁 How Drive to Surv...

Join us for another episode of Full Throttle Finance™️ as we dive into the aspects of budgeting and cash flow management for race teams, athletes, and entrepreneurs. Discover why careful planning is essential, learn how to navigate upfront sponsorship money, and find out practical steps to maximize every dollar. We’ll discuss building a detailed budget, conducting regular financial reviews, and managing the inevitable peaks and val...

Today on Full Throttle Finance™️ we talk about the potential private equity purchase of the iconic Willow Springs International Raceway Complex in Rosamond, California. In this episode, we cover the history of the raceway, the significance of its sale, and the prospects of its new ownership by Cross Harbor Capital Partners. We also discuss the implications of private equity on such historic landmarks and speculate on potential futu...

In this episode of Full Throttle Finance™️, we’re heading to Daytona Bike Week🏍️, home of the legendary Daytona 200 motorcycle race. We’ll explore the rich history behind this endurance showdown, the broad range of manufacturers competing, and how this massive event revs up the local economy with a staggering $75 million in revenue🫰. Discover how small businesses handle the unique operational challenges and why smart financial pl...