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Jo Wood & Zoe Whitman will be joined by AAT's Jonathan Stocks and Phoebe Muckian and our ambassador Libby Walklett to talk about practice licences and bookkeeping qualifications.

In this episode, Libby Walklett explains her journey to starting her bookkeeping practice around caring for her parents and young family. Libby relocated and retrained and eventually set up her own business. 

The explain how to run a bookkeeping practice as an AAT member. They discuss:
- the difference between becoming AATQB and MAAT
- what level of training is required before applying for an AAT practice license
- how to get support if you didn't complete your studies and are coming back to AAT
- how much experience is required for an AAT license 
- what can be considered as experience for a practice license
- funding that may be available for training through apprenticeships 

AAT Resources:

Be your own Boss - become an AAT Licensed Bookkeeper or Accountant:
https://www.aat.org.uk/prod/s3fs-public/assets/AAT_Be_Your_Own_Boss_guide.pdf

Apprenticeships:
https://www.aat.org.uk/apprenticeships

Qualification fees and funding options:
https://www.aat.org.uk/qualifications-and-courses/fees-funding

Contact the AAT:
Telephone: 0203 735 2468
e-mail: customersupport@aat.org.uk

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Episode 212: Build a bookkeeping practice with the AAT

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In this episode of the Bookkeepers Podcast, Jo welcomes guest Jason Blackman to discuss the topic of pricing from a bookkeeper's perspective. Jason shares his journey into the bookkeeping and accountancy space, starting with his early interest in working with figures and his initial experience in a farm office. He recounts how he became involved in accounts when he was chosen to handle the accounts for a branch of the business, despite having no prior experience. Determined to understand the field better, he pursued accounting courses and developed a passion for double-entry bookkeeping.

Jason talks about his transition from working at a farm to joining an accountancy practice, where he gained valuable experience and eventually decided to start his own practice in 2001. Over the next 12 years, he built his business up to about 200 clients, offering various services including bookkeeping, annual accounts, payroll, and more. However, in 2013, Jason had to reassess his career path. In 2018, he and his wife Claire, started to build up a practice that is now at 125 clients.

The conversation then shifts to the topic of pricing, and Jason reflects on his pricing journey. He mentions that in the early 2000s, hourly rates were the norm, and he initially charged £15 per hour for his services. As technology and automation have advanced, he believes that hourly rates have become less relevant. With the availability of tools like Xero and bank feeds, much of the manual work has been eliminated. Jason argues that instead of focusing on the time spent, bookkeepers should charge a fair fee for the value they provide, even if much of it is automated. He highlights the importance of providing a fixed monthly fee to clients, ensuring transparency and avoiding surprise bills.

Jason also discusses different pricing methods he has come across, such as charging a percentage of turnover or per transaction. While these methods have their merits, he believes that pricing based on the internal components of bookkeeping, taking into account the complexity and volume of transactions, is a fairer approach.

Jason and Jo discuss the importance of finding a pricing structure that aligns with the unique needs of both the bookkeeper and the clients. They emphasise the value of communicating the benefits of the services offered and finding clients who appreciate the expertise and support provided by bookkeepers.

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Episode 230: Pricing From A Book Keepers Perspective with Jason Blackman

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On the first session of the day Jo and Zoe will be joined by Dave Shannon to talk about how he's built his successful bookkeeping practice. 

Dave runs Drive Ahead Bookkeeping, he is an author and bookkeeper and transitioned from running a driving school into bookkeeping during the pandemic. 

You'll enjoy this episode as Dave shares great insight into steadily growing a practice. 

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Episode 238: How I'm building my successful bookkeeping practice

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Emma James joined Jo and Zoe for this session of Bookkeepers' Bootcamp to talk about boundary setting.

We discussed:
The potential for growth as a self employed bookkeeper
Automating tasks and scaling a business without hiring employees
Using AI to enhance business operations
Managing a business with a new employee
Managing a remote team and setting boundaries
Business growth and team management
Work availability
Business growth, boundaries and collaboration. 

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Episode 240: Boundary setting with family and clients

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This week we have a special episode of The Bookkeepers Podcast with our sponsor, Xero.

Jo and Zoe will be joined by Ian Phillips. 
Ian Heads up Partner Sales at Xero UK, looking after the teams who onboard and account manage Xero’s accounting and bookkeeping Partners. Ian has been with Xero for over 7 years, starting as a Senior Account Manager and progressing through the business as it has grown. Prior to that Ian has worked for other SaaS businesses and BPP, experience that has given him a strong understanding of professional services firms, their small business clients and the challenges they fact as well as a passion for the technology that powers them.

Join them as they talk about practice efficiencies.

This week we have a special episode of The Bookkeepers Podcast with our sponsor, Xero.

Jo and Zoe will be joined by Ian Phillips. 
Ian Heads up Partner Sales at Xero UK, looking after the teams who onboard and account manage Xero’s accounting and bookkeeping Partners. Ian has been with Xero for over 7 years, starting as a Senior Account Manager and progressing through the business as it has grown. Prior to that Ian has worked for other SaaS businesses and BPP, experience that has given him a strong understanding of professional services firms, their small business clients and the challenges they fact as well as a passion for the technology that powers them.

Join them as they talk about practice efficiencies.

We discussed:
0:00 Introduction
2:23 Account management, sales, and software development. 
8:39 Xero software efficiency for bookkeepers. 
14:31 The importance of bank feeds
19:30 Data capture software and its benefits for bookkeepers and clients. 
24:34 Streamlining payments and invoicing for businesses. 
30:11 Streamlining workflows and automating data flow in accounting practices. 
34:52 Streamlining workflows in Xero accounting software. 
40:26 Digitization and transformation in the bookkeeping industry. 

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.
Join our FREE Facebook community, The 6 Figure Bookkeepers' Club, to experience this revolution for yourself. Connect with us at 6figurebookkeeper.club
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Episode 243: How to improve your efficiency in business, Xero on The Bookkeepers' Podcast

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On this week's podcast Jo and Zoe are joined by Osmaan Sharif to discuss things which hold you back from achieving your results more quickly and what you can do to improve the process.

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
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Episode 244: Receive your goals faster with mindset for growth with Osmaan Sharif

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This week on The Bookkeepers' Podcast Jo & Zoe will be joined by Sarah Moxom, a serial business leader, investor and speaker specialising in female leadership, leading teams and human connection.

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

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Episode 245: How Women Can Change Industries By Building Relationships

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On this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast Jo Wood and Zoe Whitman will be joined by Jyoti Patel from Xero to talk about how storytelling can help you to gain new clients.

The role of the bookkeeper has changed over the years. In today's world, bookkeepers are not just expected to manage finances but also help their clients grow their businesses. To achieve this, bookkeepers need to learn how to communicate effectively and engage with their clients. This is where storytelling comes in - it is a powerful tool to connect with the audience and convey complex ideas in a simple and memorable way. In this podcast, we explored how storytelling is important for marketing. Storytelling is not just about telling a story; it's about creating an emotional connection with the audience. By sharing experiences, anecdotes, and personal insights, bookkeepers can get their clients to relate to them and build trust. This makes it easier for clients to open up about their business challenges and enables bookkeepers to offer relevant solutions. The idea is to make the client feel like they are not alone in their journey - that there are others out there going through the same struggles.

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

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Episode 246: Using storytelling to find bookkeeping clients

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On this week's episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast Jo Wood & Zoe Whitman will be joined by Rachel Harris.

In this episode, we discuss what bookkeepers need to know about Auditing.

Rachel Harris is disrupting what it means to be an accountant, a business owner and an employer in 2023. She is a TEDx speaker, content creator, author, business owner and most importantly... an accountant! Rachel is an inspiring accountant who is changing the industry for the better. She is passionate about financial education and is the founder of @accountant_she and her own rapidly scaling practice, striveX accountants. 

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

Join our FREE Facebook community, The 6 Figure Bookkeepers' Club, to experience this revolution for yourself. Connect with us at 6figurebookkeeper.club
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Episode 247: What bookkeepers' need to know about audit with Rachel Harris

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In this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast, we spoke to PR expert, Jo Swann who sheds light on the power of Public Relations (PR) for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

We explore how PR goes beyond advertising to create meaningful connections and communicate effectively with audiences.

Jo explains:
- The concept of Launch PR, which focuses on telling the story behind why someone launched their business, providing opportunities for media coverage. 
- The role of media in shaping public perception and how it can be used to enhance credibility and establish authority.
- How PR can help in client acquisition, not just through direct exposure, but also via backchannel conversations and word-of-mouth referrals.
- How to use PR to amplify one's authority by sharing published articles and celebrating unique stories.

In this discussion we also tackled a controversial topic: paying for PR or awards. We share strategies for effective storytelling and preparation for media interviews, emphasising the importance of reflecting on past achievements.

Finally, we discuss how PR agencies work with clients, starting with creating a media bio to understand the client's story, passions, and purposes, then matching them with relevant media opportunities.

Tune in to learn how to leverage PR to boost your business's visibility, credibility, and client base.

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

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Episode 248: Do Bookkeepers Need PR?

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In this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast, we interview Steph Merrill, who built her accountancy business from the ground up after leaving her corporate job. She shares how she found her first client at a networking event and diversified her services to meet changing client needs.

Steph shares her expertise in cash flow management and debt restructuring, and the importance of building personal relationships for long-term client retention. She talks about her positive experiences with the Success Lounge and Bookkeepers Bootcamp, and how they helped grow her business.

She also discusses authentic networking, and gives advice for new networkers to build confidence and help others expand their networks. Tune in to learn how Steph prioritises quality over quantity in networking and focuses on building relationships for client conversion.

This episode is a testament to the power of networking, personal connections, and diversification in building a successful accounting practice. Steph's journey will inspire anyone looking to step out of their comfort zone, embrace authenticity, and build a successful business based on meaningful relationships.

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

Join our FREE Facebook community, The 6 Figure Bookkeepers' Club, to experience this revolution for yourself. Connect with us at 6figurebookkeeper.club
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Episode 249: How I'm building my accounting business with Steph Merrill

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In this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast, we sit down with Jodie Parsons, an entrepreneur who transitioned from redundancy to starting her own successful bookkeeping business. Jodie shares her journey, highlighting the importance of persistence, confidence, and vision in achieving business success.

Jodie discusses how she turned redundancy into an opportunity and started her own business to prioritise time with her family.

She describes how in her first year of business, she achieved her financial goals, doubled her fees, and expanded her client base.

Jodie shares how she provides value to her clients by understanding their needs and tailoring services accordingly.

Learn about Jodie's growth strategies, including local networking and leveraging client referrals.

We really enjoyed discussing:
- Confidence in business
- How do disengage from draining clients
- How not to dwell on negative experiences. 

We also discussed how personal development investments helped Jodie grow over the past year.

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

Join our FREE Facebook community, The 6 Figure Bookkeepers' Club, to experience this revolution for yourself. Connect with us at 6figurebookkeeper.club
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Episode 250: Bookkeepers' Bootcamp: How I'm building my bookkeeping practice with Jodie Parsons

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In this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast, we dive deep into the world of networking, exploring strategies and sharing experiences that can transform your life and business. Here are some highlights from our conversation with Gill Russel. 

- Insights into the doors that are opened by building a network
- Different types of networking 
- How to network in every day life
- Overcoming networking nerves
- Preparation and practice for effective networking
- Tips for boosting confidence when going into a networking environment
- Crafting your pitch 
- Your referral network

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

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Episode 251: How to perfect your 60 second pitch for networking

In this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast, our guest Kim Searle, an emotional mastery coach discussees the crucial role of emotional intelligence in business networking. We delve into the importance of understanding early learnings and biochemical markers of emotion, and how these can impact our networking and sales abilities.

Listeners will gain insights on how to prepare for networking events, manage anxiety, and deal with emotions like guilt. We discuss the brain's ability to create new neural pathways through repetition and offer tips on how to leverage this for personal growth and well-being.

Key takeaways include the importance of aligning values in different life areas, setting boundaries and expectations, and the role intention plays when communicating, especially with children. The episode wraps up with actionable tips on how to boost confidence, eliminate negative thoughts, and achieve success. 

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

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Episode 252: Building confidence for in-person networking

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In this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast, we chat with Claire Johnson who has grown her bookkeeping business without the aid of social media. Instead, she turned to networking, an approach that's been a game-changer for her.

Key points discussed in the episode:

- Claire's journey of setting up her business and discovering the power of networking groups.
- The challenges faced by Claire, particularly dealing with clients who undervalue her services.
- The importance of one-to-one networking sessions and how they have helped Claire in understanding people's businesses better.
- The role of networking groups in providing knowledge, creating connections, offering support, and fostering friendships.
- Claire's advice on finding a fun and supportive networking group, and her strategy of attending 8-10 events per month.
- How Claire overcame her imposter syndrome by being authentic and sharing her knowledge.
- The value of follow-ups, especially through social media platforms like Facebook and LinkedIn.

This conversation is a testament to the power of networking in growing a successful business. 

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

Join our FREE Facebook community, The 6 Figure Bookkeepers' Club, to experience this revolution for yourself. Connect with us at 6figurebookkeeper.club
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Episode 253: How I'm finding clients without social media

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In this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast, Jo and Zoe share their expertise on how to successfully launch a bookkeeping practice in 2024. They delve into the importance of mindset, business skills, and the strategic steps required to establish a thriving business.

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Understand the significance of having a clear mindset and confidence when launching your business. 

Importance of Business Skills: Learn why mastering business skills is crucial for adding value to clients and ensuring your success as a bookkeeper.

Setting Up a Bookkeeping Business: Discover the key elements to consider when setting up a bookkeeping business, including choosing the right business structure, understanding tax implications, and obtaining a practising certificate.

Using Letters of Engagement: Learn how letters of engagement can help outline the terms and conditions of your service, providing a clear understanding between you and your clients.

Niching and Marketing: Find out why niching is important for client acquisition and how marketing plays a role in maintaining client relationships.

Offer Additional Services: Hear about the potential of offering additional services as your clients' businesses evolve.

Pricing and Selling Services: Gain insights into how focusing on outcomes and value provided, rather than hourly rates, can lead to a more successful business.

Free Quiz: Learn about the free quiz offered to assess businesses and identify areas for improvement.

Launching a bookkeeping practice in 2024 may seem daunting, but with the right mindset, skills, and strategies as discussed by our expert speakers, success is within reach.

Ready to kickstart your bookkeeping business? Join our Startup Programme today! It's a 6-hour CPD accredited programme designed to equip you with all the tools you need to launch and grow your practice.

For a quick assessment of your startup readiness, take our free startup quiz at 6figurestartup.scoreapp.com. Discover areas for improvement and get ready to take your business to new heights in 2024.

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

Join our FREE Facebook community, The 6 Figure Bookkeepers' Club, to experience this revolution for yourself. Connect with us at 6figurebookkeeper.club
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Courses
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Episode 254: How To Start A Bookkeeping Practice in 2024

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In this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast we sit down with Nicola Hagerman, a management accountant turned business owner, who shares her journey and insights about turning payroll into a profitable service. We delve into the importance of payroll management for businesses, discussing the necessity for compliance and providing reassurance to clients.

Nicola opens up about her experience building her own payroll software, discussing the challenges she faced, the potential for growth, and how she plans to make payroll processing more efficient and profitable. We also explore the benefits of cloud-based payroll software, the importance of pricing correctly, and finding efficiencies in the process.

During our conversation, we highlight the significance of streamlining payroll processing through software development, involving both employers and employees in the process. Nicola emphasizes the power of entrepreneurship, the role of software development, and the value of having supportive networks on this journey.

Finally, we discuss Nicola's ambitious plans for Fresh Pay, aiming to make it the leading payroll software not just in the UK, but globally. Join us in this insightful episode as we learn from Nicola's unique perspective on making payroll profitable.

About Nicola

Nicola Hageman is a Chartered Management Accountant who started her own practice in 2014 to allow her to be flexible around her young family. She now has a team who supports over 600 small businesses and individuals as well as being a co-founder in FreshPay, fully cloud based payroll software supporting bureaus and payroll professionals to be as efficient and profitable as possible when running payroll.

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

Join our FREE Facebook community, The 6 Figure Bookkeepers' Club, to experience this revolution for yourself. Connect with us at 6figurebookkeeper.club
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Episode 255: How Bookkeepers Can Make Payroll Profitable

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On this week's podcast Jo & Zoe will be joined by Katie Skelton

Katie is an email marketing trainer who works with business owners to give them the strategy, systems & support they need to make email marketing a success. She's also the creator of the PECKS newsletter,  where every Monday she shares 3 minutes of email marketing, sales & entrepreneurship advice.

They will be talking about whether or not bookkeepers should care about email marketing.

Connect with Katie on LinkedIn and join her mailing list.

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

Join our FREE Facebook community, The 6 Figure Bookkeepers' Club, to experience this revolution for yourself. Connect with us at 6figurebookkeeper.club
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About our Sponsor
This episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is sponsored by Xero. Find out more at:
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Episode 256: Should BOOKKEEPERS care about EMAIL MARKETING?

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On this week's podcast Jo and Zoe will be joined by Amy Bingham to talk about how you can achieve more and do it quicker!

We discussed the freedom that comes through building a business, how to pivot, and how to build confidence to do more. 

We know you'll love this episode.

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

Join our FREE Facebook community, The 6 Figure Bookkeepers' Club, to experience this revolution for yourself. Connect with us at 6figurebookkeeper.club
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Courses
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About our Sponsor
This episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is sponsored by Xero. Find out more at:
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Episode 257: How BOOKKEEPERS can achieve more, faster

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Today Jo Wood and Zoe Whitman will be joined by Phil Hobden to talk about how you can make sure you keep up to date with the latest industry and software news.

Welcome to the latest episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast! In this episode, we dive into various aspects of the bookkeeping and accounting industry, from the importance of credit control software to building a personal brand in finance. Join us as we explore these topics with insightful speakers who share their experiences and expertise.

Phil, head of growth and strategy for know it, discusses his experience with accountants and bookkeepers.
Journey through technology in the banking sector, including redundancy experiences.
The significance of knowing customers beyond credit checks.

Discussion on the challenges of late invoice payments.
The economic impact of unpaid invoices on bookkeepers and the UK economy.
Addressing the culture of non-payment and stress in the bookkeeping industry.

Personal experiences with financial struggles and the importance of cash flow support.
The role of accountants and bookkeepers in providing business support.
Insights from "The Story of" podcast about founders and creators.

Phil's journey to becoming a thought leader through a tech slack group and a newsletter.
The growth and impact of the newsletter and community discussions.
The joy of educating through podcasts and investigative journalism.

Strategies for effective thought leadership and content curation.
The balance between staying informed and navigating industry gossip.
The dynamics of content strategy in marketing.

Tips for sharing content tangential to one's expertise.
Strategies for engaging audiences on LinkedIn.
The balance between being supportive and critical in the industry.
Personal anecdotes on sharing opinions and receiving feedback.

The significance of community support and creating a safe space.
Acknowledging the diverse audience of the podcast.
Encouraging listeners to connect on LinkedIn and subscribe to the newsletter.

Closing Notes:
This episode provides a comprehensive look at various facets of the bookkeeping and accounting industry. Our speakers shared valuable insights on the importance of credit control, invoice management, entrepreneurship, content curation, and personal branding. As we navigate these topics, we are reminded of the evolving nature of the industry and the importance of staying informed and connected.

Thank you for joining us on this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe to The Bookkeepers' Podcast for more valuable insights into the bookkeeping and accounting world.

About us
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

Join our FREE Facebook community, The 6 Figure Bookkeepers' Club, to experience this revolution for yourself. Connect with us at 6figurebookkeeper.club

Episode 258: How Bookkeepers keep up to date with the latest industry and software news

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Jo and Zoe will be joined by Scott Johnson for this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast.

They discussed how bookkeepers can build more ethical, sustainable and impactful businesses, so they can make the world a better place, and leave a legacy we can all be proud of.

They discussed
- Scotts background and Kung Fun Accounting
- Personal growth and business growth
- Ethical business practices and sustainability
- Sustainability, mental health and community
- Mental health, automation and environmental impact
- The importance of human connection in business
- Ethical banking and sustainable business practices
- Sustainable living choices

Scott Johnson formed Kung Fu Accounting (KFA) in 2016 as the first ICAEW Chartered and BCorp certified accounting company in the world. KFA has minimised its environmental impact and maximised its human and societal impacts, winning Xero's first ever Community Impact award in 2021.

While his day job requires filing accounts and tax returns to keep HMRC happy, Scott believes that business can and must be better. So he also helps humans build more ethical, sustainable and impactful businesses, so they can make the world a better place, and leave a legacy we can all be proud of.

If you want to learn more about Scott's views on banking, he has prepared a document, here: 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1c2k3uyuKn-PewlJF_6l7GUQKS0LOvEvS/view?usp=drive_link

About us 
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide. Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us. 
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About our Sponsor
This episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is sponsored by Xero. Find out more at: https://www.xero.com/uk/campaign/new-partner-programme/?utm_source=6FB&utm_medium=podcastnotes&utm_campaign=Q2
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Disclaimer 
The information contained in The Bookkeepers' Podcast is provided for information purposes only. The contents of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. The 6 Figure Bookkeeper Ltd disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast.

Episode 259: How bookkeepers' can create a legacy

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This week on The Bookkeepers' Podcast Jo and Zoe were joined by Becky Bridges. Becky has recently gained accreditation as an ADHD practitioner so Becky spoke to us about how you can manage relationships better with neurodiverse clients.

We discussed:

- Bookkeeping, ADHD and Growth
- ADHD and neurodiversity in entrepreneurship
- Managing ADHD and neurodiversity in accounting and business
- ADHD support and coaching
- Accommodating neurodiverse clients in business
- Supporting clients with empathy and understanding

About us

We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide.
Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us.

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About us 
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide. Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us. 
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About our Sponsor
This episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is sponsored by Xero. Find out more at: https://www.xero.com/uk/campaign/new-partner-programme/?utm_source=6FB&utm_medium=podcastnotes&utm_campaign=Q2
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Disclaimer 
The information contained in The Bookkeepers' Podcast is provided for information purposes only. The contents of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. The 6 Figure Bookkeeper Ltd disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast.

Episode 260: How to manage relationships with neurodiverse clients

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In this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast, Jo and Zoe were joined by Graeme Tennick to talk about how bookkeepers can wow their clients. 

They discussed:
- Career paths to becoming an accountant
- Technology and niching in practice 
- Tailoring accounting services to clients' needs
- Client wowing strategies
- Using personality assessments to improve business growth
- Business growth and legacy planning
- Running a business, hiring help and outsourcing

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About us 
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide. Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us. 
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About our Sponsor
This episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is sponsored by Xero. Find out more at: https://www.xero.com/uk/campaign/new-partner-programme/?utm_source=6FB&utm_medium=podcastnotes&utm_campaign=Q2
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Disclaimer 
The information contained in The Bookkeepers' Podcast is provided for information purposes only. The contents of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. The 6 Figure Bookkeeper Ltd disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast.

Episode 261: How to wow your bookkeeping clients

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This week on The Bookkeepers' Podcast Jo & Zoe were joined by Lisa Honiball, interior design expert. They discussed how improving your office space can improve your profits.

Jo, Zoe and Lisa discussed: 
- Interior design and its accessibility to everyone
- Home design and decluttering
- Creating a dedicated productive work space
- Lighting for productivity
- Colour psychology and its impact on business

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About us 
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide. Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us. 
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About our Sponsor
This episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is sponsored by Xero. Find out more at: https://www.xero.com/uk/campaign/new-partner-programme/?utm_source=6FB&utm_medium=podcastnotes&utm_campaign=Q2
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Disclaimer 
The information contained in The Bookkeepers' Podcast is provided for information purposes only. The contents of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. The 6 Figure Bookkeeper Ltd disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast.

Episode 262:Improve your office, improve your profits

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In this episode of The Bookkeeper's Podcast, Jo and Zoe were joined by Lee Rennie, co-founder and director at Melu.
They discuss websites and how live chat can help you get leads that you otherwise might miss. 

In this conversation, Jo and Zoe discussed:
Websites and chatbots
Credibility and marketing strategies for bookkeepers
Chatbots and live human support for businesses
Outsourcing chat support
Live chat effectiveness for lead generation
Website analytics
A free offer from Melu - go to MELUCHAT.COM and enter code 6fb for an extended trial.

About Melu 

Lee started Melu in 2018 with his wife, after they realised they could get better results for businesses through live chat than by building attractive websites, juggling a great love of creativity with their inner tech nerdery.
Web design used to be their bread and butter. "Thing is, it doesn’t matter how pretty or how well your site functions – the people visiting it will always find a way not to get the answers they’re looking for!" Enter Melu – like the website version of a call answering service.


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About us 
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide. Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us. 
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About our Sponsor
This episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is sponsored by Xero. Find out more at: https://www.xero.com/uk/campaign/new-partner-programme/?utm_source=6FB&utm_medium=podcastnotes&utm_campaign=Q2
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Disclaimer 
The information contained in The Bookkeepers' Podcast is provided for information purposes only. The contents of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. The 6 Figure Bookkeeper Ltd disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast.

Episode 263: How to get leads through your website

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This week on The Bookkeepers' Podcast Jo Wood and Zoe Whitman will be joined by Stephen Lott.

Stephen is a professor at Georgia State University, teaching entrepreneurship. He brings over 15 years of experience in the field, both in teaching and in practice. Stephen is the founder of SteveTheFinanceGuy Inc., a company focused on providing business and finance education to entrepreneurs. 

About us 
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide. Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us. 
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Support 
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About our Sponsor 
This episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is sponsored by Xero. Find out more at: https://www.xero.com/uk/campaign/new-partner-programme/?utm_source=6FB&utm_medium=podcastnotes&utm_campaign=Q2 
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Disclaimer
The information contained in The Bookkeepers' Podcast is provided for information purposes only. The contents of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. The 6 Figure Bookkeeper Ltd disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast.

Episode 264:Scaling your Bookkeeping Practice with Steve The Finance Guy

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At Bookkeepers' Bootcamp, we had the opportunity to take a step back to share our journey, how we got started, and why we're so passionate about offering free training to bookkeepers. We've grown this community to 22,000 members, and it's been an amazing ride, full of learning curves and rewarding moments.

How We Got Together

Our story is pretty unique. We met at an event, hit it off, and before we knew it, we were business partners. It wasn't planned, but sometimes the best things happen when you least expect them. 

Working with a stranger was a bit awkward at first but, we figured out how to have those tough conversations, which is very important. We learned it's sometimes easier to talk about the hard stuff with someone who isn't family.

Why We Do What We Do

A big turning point for Jo was reading Daniel Priestley's "Key Person of Influence." It made her realise she was thinking small. It led to Jo thinking about how she could have more of an impact, and more recently it's made us look at how together we have more of an impact. We announced some big changes in how we approach our business in The 6 Figure Bookkeeper Pledge.

After speaking at a summit and connecting with the bookkeeping community, we saw a gap in the market. There were plenty of technical courses out there, but nothing that really helped bookkeepers grow their businesses. So, we created a 12-module course to fill that gap (now The Success Programme).

Growing the Business

It's been difficult to balance everything at times, especially with young kids in the picture. But, we're really proud of how far we've come and the community we've built. This episode is really about us sharing our story, the good and the bad, and why we're so committed to helping bookkeepers grow their businesses. We've got some great stuff planned, and we can't wait to share it with our community.

What is The 6 Figure Bookkeeper

The 6 Figure Bookkeeper is a training company here to help bookkeepers build profitable businesses that work for them. As part of our mission we aim to impact 1,000,000 children in poverty by training their parents to run profitable businesses. 

Right now, we run business development programmes for bookkeepers and accountants, with more to come in the future.

Episode 265: What is The 6 Figure Bookkeeper? Purpose, Impact and Mission.

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In this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast, we speak to accountant Hannah Simpson about how she's growing her practice rapidly through acquisition. 

About us 
We help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love that work for them. We're raising the profile of the bookkeeping profession and bookkeepers worldwide. Whether you're a bookkeeper or accountant wanting to grow your own business to have the flexibility for your life, and your family, come and join us. 
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Support 
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About our Sponsor 
This episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is sponsored by Xero. Find out more at: https://www.xero.com/uk/campaign/new-partner-programme/?utm_source=6FB&utm_medium=podcastnotes&utm_campaign=Q2 
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Disclaimer
The information contained in The Bookkeepers' Podcast is provided for information purposes only. The contents of The Bookkeepers' Podcast is not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast. The 6 Figure Bookkeeper Ltd disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of the Bookkeepers' Podcast.

Episode 266: Growing a practice through acquisition (Hannah Simpson on The Bookkeepers' Podcast)

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In our latest podcast episode, we have a chat with Haley Baxter, who runs her accounting business in a way that’s pretty out of the ordinary. Haley lives off-grid, which means no regular electricity, gas, water, or internet connections. Instead, she relies on a wind turbine, solar panels, a well for water, and a 4G SIM card to get her internet. This setup is not just unique; it’s central to how she runs her business and lives her life.

Episode 267: How I'm growing my Off-Grid Practice (Hayley Baxter on The Bookkeepers' Podcast)

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In this episode of the Bookkeepers Podcast, hosts Zoe Whitman and Jo Wood discuss the integration of software into the AML process, featuring guest, Kevin Lord from Firmcheck. 

We discuss the challenges faced by accountants and bookkeepers regarding AML compliance, including fear and the stress of audits. They emphasise the need for clear, accessible solutions that simplify AML compliance, reduce anxiety, and offer comprehensive training and support. The conversation also touches on the critical role of education and effective communication from professional bodies to alleviate confusion and anxiety among practitioners.

Key Points Discussed:
AML Management Software Solutions: The episode highlights the significance of managing AML effectively, with a focus on simplifying the compliance process through software solutions like Firm Check.

Impact of AML Regulations: Experiences with VAT returns, inspections, and the mental health impact of compliance challenges underscore the need for better support and guidance for bookkeepers.

Accounting Industry Standards and Practices: Insights from industry leaders stress the importance of aiming for excellence and providing a "gold standard" service in bookkeeping and accounting.

AML for Bookkeepers: The discussion concludes with a focus on prioritising value and offering affordable AML solutions for small practices, highlighting Firm Check's approach to pricing and training.


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Episode 268: Building software into your AML process (Firmcheck on The Bookkeepers' Podcast)

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