In this episode of The Bookkeepers' Podcast, Jo Wood and Zoe Whitman explore one of the most frequently asked questions in their community: how do you get bookkeeping work experience when no one will give you a chance without it? They introduce Hey Monika, their brand-new AI-powered software designed to help bookkeepers gain realistic, practical experience – no clients required.

Jo and Zoe share the journey that led them to develop Hey Monika, from recognising the challenges within their 6 Figure Bookkeepers’ Club community to co-creating a completely new kind of solution. They explain how the tool works, how users can benefit from practical, scenario-based training, and why it's already proving to be a game-changer for everyone from complete beginners to experienced professionals looking to build confidence in new areas.

You’ll also hear the behind-the-scenes of building a tech product from scratch, the value of community-driven development, and why Hey Monika is much more than just a training platform – it's a mentor, a practice hub, and a safe space to learn.

What Listeners Will Learn:

Why work experience is a universal challenge for bookkeepers at all stages

How Hey Monika simulates real client interactions in a safe, AI-powered space

What makes this tool unique from traditional CPD and training programmes

The power of community in product development

How Jo and Zoe balanced building software while running the 6 Figure Bookkeeper

What to expect from future scenarios and how to get involved as a founding user

Try Hey Monika

Want hands-on, practical bookkeeping experience without real-life clients? Join the waitlist for Hey Monika, our AI-powered work experience platform for bookkeepers. Learn more and sign up: heymonika.com

About our Sponsor

This episode is sponsored by Xero. Learn more about their new partner programme at: xero.com/uk/?utm_source=6fb

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