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Have you ever wondered what a bookkeeper should be doing every month for clients
What about what a successful daily structure looks like?

Well, these are two questions I’ll be diving into today on the podcast.

I recently put a call out to the listener audience to submit questions you’d like answered on the podcast. You can still submit questions, either via email: [email protected] or by recording a question on Speakpipe!

In this episode you’ll hear:

• What AP & AR entails
• How to setup your day for success
• If you should offer AP, AR and Payroll
• The bare minimum every bookkeeper should be doing

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Gusto
• Hubdoc
• QBO
• Xero
• Acuity
• Calendly
• Planning your Bookkeeping Work podcast episode
• Bookkeeping Biz Workshops

Thanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me, @ambitiousbookkeeper

For more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:

Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.com

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Connect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoup

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In this interview episode, I’m chatting with Nick Baldo, Real Estate Investor & Online Educator, about how bookkeeping needs to be setup and the various nuances of real estate investment businesses. As a bonus at the end, we chat about his Youtube strategy.

In this episode you’ll hear:

• Biggest mistake real estate bookkeepers make
• 3 things to make sure you do when bookkeeping for real estate
• why the balance sheet is so important for real estate investors
• bonus: content marketing with youtube tips

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Real Estate Accounting Bootcamp; https://www.incomedigs.com/reab (Coupon Code: AB50 for $50 off)
• Builder Books Academy: https://www.incomedigs.com/bba (Coupon Code: AB50 for $50 off)

About our guest:

Nick Baldo is a real estate investor, home builder and online educator. Nick left his six-figure consulting job to pursue a life of entrepreneurship. While building his investing portfolio and remodeling businesses, he began to develop processes and systems to help his businesses grow and scale. He eventually started sharing his strategies with likeminded business owners via YouTube and one-on-one coaching. Nick currently runs his online education business, Income Digs, to help Real Estate Investors and their Bookkeepers leverage technology so that they can live of a life of freedom and purpose. Nick lives in Buffalo, NY with his wife, Meghan and his daughter Juliet (soon to be two daughters!)

Connect with Nick:
📱 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/incomedigs
🌐 Website: https://www.incomedigs.com/
💻 Builder Books Academy: https://www.incomedigs.com/bba (Coupon Code: AB50 for $50 off)

Thanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me, @ambitiousbookkeeper

For more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:

Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.com

Follow the Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog

Connect on Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper

Connect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoup

Connect on Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpa

Thank you for your support of our show. If you haven’t left a review yet it’s super simple. Please go to: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/podcast and leave your review.

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In this episode, I chat with Shannon Weinstein, CPA and host of Keep What You Earn podcast. Join us as we explore the power of intentional podcasting and its role in growing in your biz!

In this episode you’ll hear:

• 3 areas you need to focus on to get on podcasts
• using AI to research podcasts to pitch
• how NOT to pitch
• how to be prepared for your interviews

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Listen Notes
• Chartable

Meet Shannon:

Shannon is a fractional CFO for growth-minded business owners, a CPA and a teacher at heart. Her real-talk and relatable examples simplify the financial side of business so business owners like you can stop stressing and start scaling. She is the host of the IRS's least favorite podcast, Keep What You Earn, where she releases daily episodes. She is also a frequent speaker in business mentorship communities and masterminds.

Connect with Shannon:

📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonkweinstein/

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonkeane/

🌐 Website: https://www.fitnancialsolutions.com/media

Thanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me, @ambitiousbookkeeper

For more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:
Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.com
Follow the Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog
Connect on Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper
Connect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoup
Connect on Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpa


Thank you for your support of our show. If you haven’t left a review yet it’s super simple. Please go to: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/podcast and leave your review.

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In this solo episode, I’m sharing a part of my planning process for ensuring profitability. Grab your notebook (or a google sheet) and follow along in setting up your client profitability analysis!

In this episode you’ll hear:

• How we track time
• How I analyze client profitability
• Questions & considerations

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Clockify
• G-Accon
• Hubdoc
• Xero
• QBO
• A2X
• TaxJar

To start the conversation about 1-1 Mentoring, please email [email protected]. I offer:

Single strategy sessions

3-month mentoring

Voxer-only mentoring

Thanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me, @ambitiousbookkeeper

For more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:

Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.com

Follow the Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog

Connect on Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper

Connect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoup

Connect on Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpa

Thank you for your support of our show. If you haven’t left a review yet it’s super simple. Please go to: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/podcast and leave your review.

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Listen in like a fly on the wall for a strategy session with one of my Accelerator students. We dive into:

• Calculating client profitability
• How to think about pricing to achieve your goals
• Ideas for increasing value

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• The Bookkeeping Business Accelerator®

Connect with Accala:

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/accala-kessler-43bb746/

Thanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me, @ambitiousbookkeeper

For more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:

Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.com

Follow the Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog

Connect on Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper

Connect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoup

Connect on Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpa

Thank you for your support of our show. If you haven’t left a review yet it’s super simple. Please go to: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/podcast and leave your review.

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Record a question for me to answer on the podcast here: speakpipe.com/ambitiousbookkeeper

Resources Mentioned:

TaxJar

Bookkeeping for E-Commerce Workshop

Sales Tax Workshop

Learn how to start your bookkeeping business (for experienced bookkeepers & accountants): https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/bba

Become a Bookkeeper: https://www.katieferro.com/a/38894/2PQNgtvv (affiliate link)

Grab the FREE Start your Bookkeeping Biz Checklist: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/checklist

Grab my FREE New Client Onboarding Templates: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/onboard

Become a Client: ofcoursebookkeeping.com/contact

Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.com

Follow the Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog

Connect on Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper

Connect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoup

Connect on Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpa

Podcast Publishing Tools we use:

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In this 1-1 Strategy Session with Joanne Sharma, a former Coaching Client of mine,  we dive into some logistics of effectively reviewing, mentoring, and training a team. So if you’re thinking of hiring a bookkeeper for your team or already have a team but are struggling with expectations and training, tune in to this episode!

In this episode you’ll hear:

• How we help our bookkeepers take responsibility for checking their work
• Some of the things I review (or my account manager)
• mindset behind building a team

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Breakthrough for Bookkeepers

Meet Joanne:

I became a bookkeeping expert and Quickbooks Proadvisor after my first career as an engineer in the construction industry. While I graduated from Brown University with a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering I’ve always had a love of business and learning what made a business successful. Years ago, once I discovered my love of helping business owners make sense of their numbers, I went all in and took multiple courses and certifications in bookkeeping and small business finances.

Connect with Joanne:

🌐 Website: https://www.joannesbookkeeping.com/

📱 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanne-sharma

Thanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me, @ambitiousbookkeeper

For more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:

Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.com

Follow the Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog

Connect on Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper

Connect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoup

Connect on Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpa

Thank you for your support of our show. If you haven’t left a review yet it’s super simple. Please go to: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/podcast and leave your review.

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Have a question you want answered on the podcast? CLICK HERE TO SEND IT IN!

In this episode, I’m giving a summary of all of our current self-paced paid programs, mini courses, and workshops to help you make a decision, or maybe showcase something that you weren’t aware existed.

In this episode you’ll hear:

• Who’s a good fit for each program
• How to reach out for personalized guidance (email or DM me!)
• Get 20% off all these programs by using code BF23 through Midnight, November 30th, 2023

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• My online store: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/store
• Become a Bookkeeper - Xero
• Bookkeeper Launch - QBO
• Elevate
• The Bookkeeping Business Accelerator®

Thanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me, @ambitiousbookkeeper

For more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:

Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.com

Follow the Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog

Connect on Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper

Connect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoup

Connect on Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpa

Thank you for your support of our show. If you haven’t left a review yet it’s super simple. Please go to: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/podcast and leave your review.

Podcast Publishing Tools we use:

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In this minisode, I answer the question, How do I follow up with a lead who’s so busy running their business that they’re not signing the agreement?  Learn how to reach out, what to say, and why this approach works!


Learn how to start your bookkeeping business (for experienced bookkeepers & accountants): https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/bba

Become a Bookkeeper: https://www.katieferro.com/a/38894/2PQNgtvv (affiliate link)

Grab the FREE Start your Bookkeeping Biz Checklist: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/checklist

Grab my FREE New Client Onboarding Templates: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/onboard

Become a Client: ofcoursebookkeeping.com/contact


Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.com
Follow the Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog
Connect on Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper
Connect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoup
Connect on Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpa


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In this interview episode, I chat with David Richter - owner of Simple CFO, a fractional CFO firm, and author of Profit First for Real Estate Investing. We talk about profit-first, offering CFO services, and creating a business you love.

In this episode you’ll hear:

• 3 things to address with clients in a simple way
• How to get in front of your ideal clients
• Tips for ‘Selling’

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Profit First for Real Estate Investing
• The Road Less Stupid
• Good Leaders Ask Great Questions
• You Can’t Teach a Kid to Ride a Bike at a Seminar

About our guest:
David is the owner of Simple CFO, a fractional CFO firm, and the author of Profit First for Real Estate Investing. He's been a part of over 850 real estate deals, and through his company he has helped over 200 businesses gain financial peace and freedom.

Connect with David:
Join Simple CFO: simplecfo.com/join
Follow on FB: facebook.com/david.richter.395


Thanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me, @ambitiousbookkeeper

For more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:

Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.com
Follow the Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog
Connect on Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper
Connect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoup
Connect on Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpa

Thank you for your support of our show. If you haven’t left a review yet it’s super simple. Please go to: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/podcast and leave your review.

Podcast Publishing Tools we use:

• Podcast Editing: Sabr Media LLC
• Descript (affiliate link)
• Buzzsprout (affiliate link)

Join the next free training at ambitiousbookkeeper.com/training