Juggling Numbers and Nosing Spirits
You can work in two worlds and get benefit from both

Juggling Numbers and Nosing Spirits

Ever heard of someone who can balance the world of accounting with the thrilling world of craft spirits?

Well, that’s me!

I’ve embarked on an exhilarating journey managing a typical accounting career and running the spirited ship known as Crafty Connoisseur with my partner-in-crime, Brenda.

In this article, I’m going to take you on a fun-filled rollercoaster ride of how I’ve managed to keep both my calculator and cocktail shaker busy and happy.

My partner in crime

Passion Meets Profession: Where the Spreadsheet Meets the Spirits

Picture this: I’m a number-crunching wizard by day, but by night, I transform into a spirited connoisseur.

My passion for fine spirits ignited the spark for Crafty Connoisseur, while my accounting background gave me the financial wisdom to keep the business afloat. Think of it as a superhero’s secret identity—by day, a mild-mannered accountant, by night, a spirited entrepreneur, saving taste buds one sip at a time.

You will usually find me in front of a computer doing something

Time Management: Juggling with Finesse

Balancing the meticulous world of accounting and the wild, unbridled realm of spirits is like juggling flaming torches. Brenda and I have managed to pull off this daring act with the grace of a circus performer. We’ve mapped out our time so I can switch seamlessly between bean-counting and making the perfect serve.

While I’m the number whisperer and keeper of the financial sanity, Brenda brings the flair and creativity. She’s the master of product development, marketing magic, and creating experiences that leave customers thirsty for more.

Our teamwork is like a well-balanced cocktail—perfectly mixed.


Financial Finesse: Making Money Magic

Being an accountant is like having a secret weapon. It allows me to create financial magic spells, track expenses like a hawk, and make budget troubles disappear (most of the time).

My financial knowledge keeps Crafty Connoisseur sailing smoothly, even when the financial seas get choppy.

SLTA visit to Pitlochry and a few distilleries

Continuous Learning: Spirited Scholars

Our commitment to learning is like a never-ending pub crawl.

I stay updated with accounting trends while Brenda explores the ever-evolving world of craft beverages. It’s like a never-ending adventure, with a few sips and spreadsheets along the way, it’s the perfect combination.

Networking and Working at the Business Playbook with

Networking: Toasting to Connections

Our networking connections are like a treasure trove of spirits and spreadsheets.

My professional network brings in financial advice and like-minded customers, while Brenda’s industry connections help us source unique products and build partnerships.

Half The Tasting Team (those over 18yrs of course)

Family Fun: Cheers to Support

Our journey wouldn’t be complete without the backing of our family, who are our biggest fans and taste testers. They cheer us on, helping us weather the ups and downs of this exhilarating ride.

Balancing the buttoned-up world of accounting with the spirited world of Crafty Connoisseur has been a crazy, fun-filled adventure. We’ve mixed passion, effective time management, and continuous learning into a cocktail of success. The secret ingredient? A dash of family support and a twist of networking magic. Our journey is proof that you can follow your dreams, even when they involve both numbers and spirits.

Cheers to a life well-balanced!

Its not all work, sometime we get to have fun (in fact most of our work is fun)


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