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Show Notes: Episode 9 – Let It Go: How to Stop Micromanaging and Start Scaling
Host: Sharrin Fuller, Founder of Glass Wallet Ventures
Guest: Deb Kilsheimer, Co-Owner of Behind the Scenes Financial and Co-Host of Bookkeepers on Fire
Episode Summary: If you’ve ever said, “I can’t trust anyone to do it like I do,” this one’s for you. In this episode, Sharrin sits down with Deb Kilsheimer—a powerhouse firm owner with a two-person team pulling seven figures—to unpack the real reason you can’t scale: control. Together, they break down why letting go feels terrifying, how to stop being the bottleneck in your own business, and why “doing it all” isn’t a badge of honor—it’s a trap. From documenting processes to redefining leadership, this episode is your practical, no-BS guide to stepping back without the whole thing falling apart.
Together, they unpack:
Why You Should Listen: If your business depends on you to function, it’s not scalable. Sharrin and Deb share how they moved from 60+ hour weeks to running million-dollar firms in a few hours a week—without sacrificing quality, team culture, or profit. This is your permission to stop being the bottleneck and start being the boss.
Favorite Quote: "Your people are not an expense on your P&L—they're an asset on your balance sheet." – Deb Kilsheimer
Mentioned in This Episode:
Deb Kilsheimer – Behind the Scenes Financial
Bookkeepers on Fire Podcast
ClientHub, Insightful, and process documentation tools
KPI management systems for accounting firms
Your Step Back Strategy handout – A Founder's Guide to Delegating Without Losing Control
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By Sharrin FullerShow Notes: Episode 9 – Let It Go: How to Stop Micromanaging and Start Scaling
Host: Sharrin Fuller, Founder of Glass Wallet Ventures
Guest: Deb Kilsheimer, Co-Owner of Behind the Scenes Financial and Co-Host of Bookkeepers on Fire
Episode Summary: If you’ve ever said, “I can’t trust anyone to do it like I do,” this one’s for you. In this episode, Sharrin sits down with Deb Kilsheimer—a powerhouse firm owner with a two-person team pulling seven figures—to unpack the real reason you can’t scale: control. Together, they break down why letting go feels terrifying, how to stop being the bottleneck in your own business, and why “doing it all” isn’t a badge of honor—it’s a trap. From documenting processes to redefining leadership, this episode is your practical, no-BS guide to stepping back without the whole thing falling apart.
Together, they unpack:
Why You Should Listen: If your business depends on you to function, it’s not scalable. Sharrin and Deb share how they moved from 60+ hour weeks to running million-dollar firms in a few hours a week—without sacrificing quality, team culture, or profit. This is your permission to stop being the bottleneck and start being the boss.
Favorite Quote: "Your people are not an expense on your P&L—they're an asset on your balance sheet." – Deb Kilsheimer
Mentioned in This Episode:
Deb Kilsheimer – Behind the Scenes Financial
Bookkeepers on Fire Podcast
ClientHub, Insightful, and process documentation tools
KPI management systems for accounting firms
Your Step Back Strategy handout – A Founder's Guide to Delegating Without Losing Control