"Building Your Business...One Ledger At A Time!"
Build A LIFE WORKSHOP is dedicated to providing expert financial clarity and professional notary services to businesses and individuals. We are proud to be a 100% Female, Minority-Owned & Disadvantaged Company. With over 30 years of experience , we have been “Serving the East Coast Since 1990” in multiple capacities by offering both Onsite and Online classes and services available upon request, regardless of business type and location.
Our firm is led by Professor Dr. Gloria Barksdale, PMP & MBA, our CEO and Founder. Her extensive credentials and commitment to excellence drive our mission to simplify your financial life!
Welcome to Our Comprehensive Suite of Services!
Tax Preparation Expert
"Your Taxes, Simplified. Your Savings, Maximized!"
We provide strategic support to optimize your tax position.
- Accurate Return Preparation
- Audit Support & Issue Resolution
- Client Consultation & Communication
- Software Proficiency & Data Integrity
- Tax Law Compliance & Strategy
Certified Bookkeeping
"Your Financial Clarity, Simplified!".
We are Intuit Trained Bookkeepers and Certified QuickBooks Desktop/Level 2 ProAdvisors, ensuring the highest standard of financial management.
- Accurate Transaction Recording
- Bank & Account Reconciliation
- Cash Flow Monitoring
- Essential Financial Reporting
- Payroll & Tax Preparation Support
Remote Online Notary (RON)
Experience "Your Digital Seal of Trust: Notarized Anywhere, Anytime!" with our secure, online services.
- Comprehensive Document Notarization
- Digital Record Keeping & Security
- Expert Compliance & Error Prevention
- Identity Verification & Certification
- Technology & Platform Management
We Strive For Two Things: Financial Clarity & Maximized Savings
How We Achieve This
Through our Certified Bookkeeping and Tax Preparation Expert services, we ensure every transaction is accurately recorded , bank accounts are reconciled , and cash flow is actively monitored. This meticulous approach provides you with Essential Financial Reporting, giving you the clear picture you need for smart decisions. When it comes to taxes, we apply Tax Law Compliance & Strategy for accurate return preparation , actively working to maximize your savings and maintain your financial health.
The Qualifications & Expertise
Top Level ProAdvisor
Certified
Destop ProAdvisor
Certified
Trained Bookkeeper
Consultant & manager
Academy Tax Exam Level 2
Certified
We Are a Comprehensive Bookkeeping, Tax Prep and Notary Service Providing Worldclass Service!
We are driven by the commitment to deliver financial clarity, simplified and the goal of maximizing your savings. As a 100% Female, Minority-Owned & Disadvantaged Company , our mission is built on over 30 years of experience in providing accurate, compliant, and professional services, ensuring that we are "Building Your Business...One Ledger at a Time!".

