What do you do when your very first client hands you a tangled mess of uncategorized transactions and co-mingled accounts?

Welcome to real-life bookkeeping! On this 🔥 Bookkeepers on Fire episode, Debbie & Donna break it all down with laughter, wisdom, and practical tips for every beginner (and pro!).

Listen in as we answer a question from a bookkeeper who just got their 1st client.

Here’s what you’ll take away:

🔁 Undo & Redo: When in doubt, wipe the slate clean. Re-import, categorize, and let rules do the heavy lifting.

👩‍🏫 Educate, Don’t Eliminate: Most small biz owners mix personal and business—it’s normal. Teach them, don’t ditch them.

 📊 Creative Clarity: Show where the cash is going by creating mini P&Ls under “Other Expenses”—yes, including Disney trips 🎢

✨ Ready to laugh, learn, and light up your bookkeeping world? Tune in now and get the full scoop!

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