Thinking about moving from Excel or Google Sheets to a CRM? Don’t migrate the problems with the data.
Before choosing or configuring a CRM, I usually check five things:
• Does every active lead have a clear owner?
• Is there always a defined next action?
• Are follow-up dates consistently tracked?
• Are lead statuses clear and used consistently?
• Could another team member understand the spreadsheet without asking for help?
If several answers are “no”, the problem may not be the CRM yet — it may be the workflow behind it.
A CRM works much better when the sales process is clear before migration starts. I created a free CRM Readiness Self-Check for small teams that want to identify these gaps before investing more time or money in a CRM.
If you’re currently working from spreadsheets and considering a CRM, comment “CHECK” or send me a message and I’ll send it to you.
Building My Freelance Journey in Accounting & Finance
I’m currently a 3rd-semester Accounting & Finance student, building practical skills in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and data organization.
So far, I’ve completed:
Excel — Data Analysis & Visualization
Google AI Essentials
Currently studying Financial Reporting
I’m developing hands-on skills to help small businesses with:
• Excel bookkeeping
• Expense tracking & organization
• Financial data entry and cleanup
• Basic financial reporting
• Spreadsheet organization and analysis
I also use AI tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and workflow where appropriate.
Currently working toward expanding my skills in:
→ Bank reconciliation
→ QuickBooks
→ Xero
→ More practical bookkeeping workflows
I’m here to learn, build real-world experience, and connect with small businesses and professionals who need reliable support with their financial data.