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Profits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastInterviewing Katie Fleming, My Coach AND StudentIf you’ve been around for a while, you’ve met the amazing Katie Fleming before. She’s been my business coach for quite some time, and she supported me through building my own bookkeeping business…and it was my honor to help coach her through starting hers! Now a BABs alum, Katie is back to share what planted the idea of starting her own bookkeeping business, what she needed in order to feel truly ready, and how things have absolutely EXPLODED (in the best way) ever since! Buckle up—this is a wild ride!  2025-05-0545 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastFrom Laid-Off CPA to 20k Months as a BookkeeperWe’ve had a lot of newcomers to the podcast lately, so in case you’re unfamiliar… Hi, I'm Katie Ferro, licensed CPA, mom of three, and the face behind Profits & Prosecco. And this is the story of how I went from an unplanned corporate exit to becoming a stay-at-home mom, building a part-time bookkeeping business that surpassed my previous tax manager's salary, and working only the hours I used to commute…all while raising three babies. My journey to my bookkeeping business is not perfect, but it’s honest—and I hope that in telling it...2025-04-1424 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastAct in Optimism, Plan in Pessimism: A Business Strategy for When Life HappensBack in 2022, I had…a very wild week. Not an unusual thing for me; it wasn’t my first, nor was it anywhere near my last. But after this particular week, I sat down and shared some thoughts about building your business with the expectation that life is going to happen…something many business owners don’t necessarily consider. One of my favorite nuggets from this message? “Act in optimism, but plan in pessimism.” AKA, act as if everything will go according to plan…but plan as if nothing will go according to p...2025-01-1341 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow to Earn $10,000 Per Month Working Part-Time: Best of Profits & ProseccoAs a bookkeeper, I’m a numbers girl…and that doesn’t stop at bookkeeping work! I love breaking down the numbers when it comes to a thriving bookkeeping business. So today, I’m revisiting an episode where I did exactly that, and went one step further: I showed you exactly how to set up your bookkeeping business so the numbers shake out to making $10,000 per month of profit in your bookkeeping biz! And not only that…you can do it while working fewer than thirty hours per month. Yes, I’m serious. You can even...2024-11-2520 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastWhat to Expect At Year's End as a Bookkeeper: Best of Profits & ProseccoThis is it: the final stretch of 2024! And if you’re a bookkeeper, that means it’s time to get ready for your year-end review. Some of you might be well advanced in your year-end review process…and some of you might be scratching your head, wondering what a year-end review IS. No matter which end of the spectrum you fall on, this is a good time to start thinking about what you need to prepare for the end of the year…and to get your hands on some resources that will make the proc...2024-11-1822 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The Podcast201. Starting Your Own Business Later in Life: A Conversation with LIBBY Alum Mary Ellen MansfieldMany of my messages on this podcast are geared towards young moms looking for a way to be home with their kids…for a good reason. That’s where I was when I began my own bookkeeping biz, and I truly believe it is one of the greatest tools moms can use to reclaim their time, their presence, and their freedom without sacrificing income… But that doesn’t mean ONLY young moms can benefit from a bookkeeping business! Today, I’m so excited to have Mary Ellen Mansfield on to chat about her journey, which certainly...2024-11-1149 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastFinding a Happy Medium - A Conversation About BABs with Erin Reece, Owner of Bear FinancialAttention, BABs grads…and bookkeeping moms in need of a happy medium between corporate accounting and owning your own bookkeeping business! I am thrilled to have Erin Reece on the podcast—FINALLY!—to chat about her journey to bookkeeping, her experience with her first BABs hire, and why she’s looking for another BABs grad to join the Bear Financial Solutions team! Erin isn’t just looking for a BABs grad, though—she’s searching for a mom who’s passionate about the work. At Bear Financial Solutions, Erin exclusively hires moms…especially moms like her. Moms who love...2024-08-1248 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastPositive Potential: A Conversation with LIBBY Member Kristina HindIf you’re on the fence about joining LIBBY, or wondering what exactly it has to offer…you’ve come to the right place. I’m so thrilled to welcome Kristina Hind, current LIBBY member, onto the podcast today! Kristina is a licensed CPA and graduated with a Master’s in Taxation. She started her career by following the path that was suggested in college, but felt unfulfilled and just wanted more. (Sound familiar?) So at the end of 2020, she decided to quit her 9-5. Some time later, she discovered this podcast, realized how similar our stories were, and...2024-08-0557 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastCFO Advisory - What It Is and How to Add It to Your Bookkeeping PracticeSome of you may have heard me talk about CFO services in the past, and you might be wondering… “What is a CFO, exactly? What do they do?” Or, if you’re a bookkeeper familiar with what a CFO is, you might be wondering how YOU could begin offering those services, too. Whether you’re an aspiring CFO yourself or a total newbie, this week’s episode is going to open up a world of possibilities for you…because I’ve invited Adam Lean, co-founder of The CFO Project, to come on and chat with me abo...2024-05-2746 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastTime is Money—and Kajabi Can Save You BOTHBy now, we all know what I believe about time: it is your most valuable resource. And, in a lot of ways, the saying “time is money” is LITERALLY true. So when you save time, you save money… But you’ve got your hands full, and there aren’t any balls you can drop. So how can you increase your profits by saving your time? The answer is automation—and the tool is Kajabi. I’ve raved about Kajabi before, and for good reason—it is THE ultimate software for building out your website and crea...2024-04-2949 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastStatus Update: 2023 In Review / What's To Come in 2024I have to be honest… I am more stressed out than I have been in a very long time. Not only that, but I’ve been a bit hard on myself about it, because I make a point to practice what I preach, and much of the way I structure my business is meant to PREVENT me from getting into the kind of stressful period I’m in now. So I sat down and said to myself, “All right, Katie. It is what it is. This is the situation you’re in. Let’s pause and...2024-01-2938 minAnything for Love | Katie GrimesAnything for Love | Katie GrimesHow to Be Profitable with Katie FerroHow does being profitable the entire time you’re in business sound? My guest today is proof that that is very much possible. Katie Ferro, owner and founder of Orderly Accounting, host of the podcast Profits and Prosecco, and my bookkeeper shares her experiences that allowed her to maintain profitability and scale her success into a second business. If you’re ready to learn how to build your business for success, this podcast is a must listen. __________________________________ 💫 Follow Katie on Instagram for all things bookkeeping @orderlyaccountingbykatie 🎤 Subscribe to the, Profits and Prosecco podcast, centered on...2023-04-1644 minAnything for Love | Katie GrimesAnything for Love | Katie GrimesHow to Be Profitable with Katie FerroHow does being profitable the entire time you’re in business sound? My guest today is proof that that is very much possible. Katie Ferro, owner and founder of Orderly Accounting, host of the podcast Profits and Prosecco, and my bookkeeper shares her experiences that allowed her to maintain profitability and scale her success into a second business. If you’re ready to learn how to build your business for success, this podcast is a must listen. __________________________________ 💫 Follow Katie on Instagram for all things bookkeeping @orderlyaccountingbykatie 🎤 Subscribe to the, Profits and Prosecco podcast, centered on...2023-04-1644 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastThe Serendipity of Client Connection: A Discussion with Natalia OtaloraI’m so thrilled to welcome someone who has been with me since the very beginning of my business onto the podcast: Natalia Otalora, my SECOND EVER bookkeeping client! One of the big worries of bookkeepers who are just starting out is how they will ever manage to find clients. But the story of Natalia and I connecting is proof that it can happen anytime, anywhere…including a CrossFit gym. My journey with Natalia is a lesson in trusting the timing, being honest with your clients, and so so SO much more. I can’t wait t...2023-03-271h 02Profits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastConfidence in Coaching: An Interview With Katie GrimesBookkeeping clients come from all walks of life and all different backgrounds—it’s one of the things that never ceases to amaze me about this work. My clients are all so different, yet they all find such value in the work of bookkeeping—and your clients will be the same! This is why I’ve invited one of my amazing clients, Katie Grimes, to share the story of her corporate exit. Because the odds are that either you’re also wrestling with the decision to leave your corporate job…or you’re an aspiring bookkeeper who isn’t sure who...2023-01-1646 minAmbitious Mom PodcastAmbitious Mom PodcastMaking Everyday Paydays a Thing with Katie FerroThe Everyday Payday methodology works - when you work it. In this episode I'm talking with my client Katie Ferro of Orderly Accounting with Katie. With the intention and attention Katie Ferro has created Everyday Paydays in her business. Listen in to hear more of her story!GET CONNECTED WITH KATIE FERROFacebook --> https://www.facebook.com/katelyn.chooInstagram --> https://www.instagram.com/Orderlyaccountingbykatie/Website --> www.katieferro.comGET CONNECTED WITH KATIEJoin the next 5-Day Voxer Mini Mind --> https://katiefleming.co/intensiveFREE - Ease Frequency...2022-10-1757 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The Podcast85. A Conversation with Libby and BABs Student Lourdes on How She is Building her Bookkeeping Business as a College StudentIn this episode, I’m joined by guest Lourdes Auquilla. Lourdes is an amazing college student who happens to be a student of BABs and Libby. She’s highly driven and has already started her bookkeeping business, aiming to create a solid foundation for a business she’ll expand upon after graduation, in an effort to build the life she dreams of living. Lourdes gave a full rundown of what her experience in the programs has been like, and she shares all of the benefits she’s received - particularly from participating in Babs. She has so many use...2022-06-1347 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastWhat Do Bookkeeping Clients Struggle With & How Can You Help?This episode is something I’ve been promising to share for about a year - and now, I’m delivering! I combed through three years of bookkeeping client lead forms and compiled 141 responses to share with you. These responses are around what stresses clients out about the current state of their books and how they’d feel if they knew they were in order. Let me tell you - the answers to these questions are powerful. I find them to be really empowering as a bookkeeper, and even humbling to remind me of the value of what we do...2022-06-0632 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastStop Feeling Shame for Being Overqualified as a BookkeeperI was inspired to record this episode based on an application I received for one of my programs, and I think it’s an important topic to hit upon. Someone wrote that a reason they were hesitant to start a bookkeeping business is because, as a CPA, they felt funny about what people would think about them stepping into a lower-level accounting role. Interesting, right? After some crowdsourced research, though, I found that a lot of people had this same worry and, let’s call it like we see it, shame around a bookkeeping business as a CPA...2022-05-2315 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastThe Hard Truth: Why You Need to Stop Being a PerfectionistSociety today makes us think it’s admirable or aspirational to be a perfectionist, but I’m here to tell you that that’s not actually the case. Perfectionism is far from a badge of honor - it’s actually a shield of fear that many people wear and use as a method of standing on the sidelines. That’s what I’m talking about in this insightful episode.  We all have goals, but if we do nothing to pursue them, then that’s ultimately a failure, right? The idea of perfectionism robs many of the chance to learn, grow...2022-05-1615 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastYou Do Not Need to Be a Mom to Want More Freedom in Your LifeAlthough a lot of my audience consists of moms or individuals who want to be moms, I want to make today’s message clear: even if you’re not a mom or parent and never want to be, you’re still deserving of the freedom you desire. That’s what today’s episode is all about. This episode is a bit of a mic drop moment for me, but I want everyone to hear me in saying that just because you’re not a mom, it doesn’t mean you can’t attain more freedom in your career, schedule...2022-05-0911 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastLove Letter to My ListenersToday’s episode is a true love letter to my listeners. This episode is number 76 of Profits + Prosecco, and I am blown away by your support and – to be honest -- your co-creation of this podcast with me. This episode is short and sweet as I say thanks to everyone and touch on the data I took a peek at surrounding my bookkeeping podcast. Through your feedback, questions, views, and words of affirmation, I’ve been fueled to keep showing up and keep creating. So thank YOU for being a part of it – I can’t wait to continu...2022-05-0208 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastOn Leaving Corporate: What About Benefits?Today’s episode is about something that a lot of people don’t talk about when it comes to starting your own business. I’m discussing what you are leaving behind when you leave corporate America and what the workarounds for these worries are. I’ve been in your shoes if you’re worried about these things, but I have also come out on the other side of it. Everything that you’re worrying about is figure-out-able, and I want to give you a bit of a new perspective on these fears. Here are the fears I addr...2022-04-2510 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow Do You Do It All? Business, Life, & MotherhoodToday’s episode is about a topic I get questioned on A LOT: How do I balance my business, being a mom, and just regular life? Well, I’m sharing my “secrets” and talking about how to do things intentionally, letting go of perfectionism, and my outlook on mom guilt.  As a single mom, I know how many THINGS there are to do and balance on a day-to-day basis. Believe it or not, there are ways to be smart about what you do for yourself and your business and what you get help with. That’s a huge part o...2022-04-1824 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow to Net $10K a Month in Your Bookkeeping Business With Your Dream TeamToday I am doing something a little different. I’m going through a whole hypothetical breakdown to show you that it’s completely possible - and very feasible - to make $10k of profit per month in your business. You’re probably thinking - yeah, it’s possible, but it’d take almost an impossible amount of work. Let me tell you something - that’s NOT true. I’m going to clue you in on how you can make $10k of profit by working less than 30 hours on client work and by hiring and paying a part-time team...2022-04-1119 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastADP vs. Gusto: My Top Payroll PartnersToday I am covering something important to your bookkeeping business: payroll partners. I work with two major players in this field: ADP and Gusto. I am giving my full, honest opinions on each of these platforms and diving into their specific features so that you can gain an understanding of which may be the best fit for you. Payroll is a nuanced thing for any of your clients, and I truly believe that the low cost of using a payroll provider is WELL worth the efficiency they provide as well as several other benefits, which I discuss...2022-04-0427 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow to Navigate Overly Aggressive Tax Strategies as a BookkeeperToday I am covering something that is a bit controversial, but here goes nothing! This has been weighing heavily on me for a while, and it’s really important that it's addressed: how you can handle overly aggressive tax strategies, whether it’s your client’s decision or that your client is relying on you for advice. This is a very important topic, and I am going to explain what our role is as bookkeepers and how I approach this topic with my clients. It’s so vital to truly understand the risk involved so that you can spea...2022-03-2827 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastFrom Stay at Home Mom to Bookkeeping Business Owner with Libby™I’m joined by another guest on today’s episode! LoriAnn Kuntz owns her own bookkeeping business and is a former BOB (now Libby) student. She learned so much from the program, and it really helped launch her to where she is today. LoriAnn tells a familiar story of pushing hard in her business shortly before she had a baby. I experienced something very similar when having my third baby and making major career shifts that led me to where I am today. We touch on this topic, among others, in this episode. Here’s what e...2022-03-2158 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastBefore You Make Any Investment Decisions, Listen to ThisHave you ever found yourself really timid in the face of an investment opportunity? Maybe there are investments that you’re interested in making, but you just can’t seem to push yourself to take the leap or decide if it’s worth the risk. If that sounds like something you grapple with, then this is the episode for you! Today, I’m talking about an actual process you can use to decipher whether you want to make an investment and how you can fairly evaluate it once you do. I have used this process many times and have...2022-03-1429 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastWhich CRM/Marketing Platform Should You Use for Your Bookkeeping Business?Deciding which platforms, software, and systems you will use for your business can be a bit overwhelming. That’s why I want to give you recommendations where I can! In this episode, I’m talking about CRM platforms or marketing systems that I recommend and why I think they’re a sound investment. Not only does this episode address the different elements of CRMs and marketing platforms that are useful, but I also have specific discount codes for the platforms I recommend. Investing in these platforms can really help set you and your business up for success and al...2022-03-0731 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastInvesting in Your Future: How to Look Beyond the PriceI was struck with inspiration to record this episode when I had only 18 minutes to spare. Instead of putting it off - I went ahead and got what I was thinking off my chest! This episode is all about conscious buying and how it relates to the way I market and sell my programs. I’ve had a lot of experience selling and being sold to, and when you’re investing in something for your business and for your life, it’s important to make your purchases consciously. From my experiences, there are certain marketing and selling tactic...2022-02-2820 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastLeaving Your 9 to 5 for a Better Life: An Experience with BABs & BOB ft. Lisa KinserI absolutely love having people in my programs on the podcast, and this episode is no exception! Lisa Kinser has gone through both BABs and BOB and is one of my 1:1 coaching clients. She quit her job in 2021 and started a party rental business, only to soon realize that bookkeeping was the right avenue for her. We have a conversation that touches on a lot of topics - her experience in the programs, more of her story, things she loves about working together, and more. Listen to the whole conversation to hear it all! Here’s...2022-02-211h 29Profits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastWhat Your Boss Doesn't Want You to Know About BookkeepingDo you want to know a secret? Of course you do! Here it is: you can have more freedom, flexibility, and even a higher income than you do in your corporate job by starting your own bookkeeping business.  You’re probably thinking - that sounds impossible! But take it from someone who has done it, it’s more than possible. And, if you do it - you’ll be forever grateful that you pushed yourself to take the plunge.  I share more about my story with my bookkeeping business and the freedoms it has provided me in th...2022-02-1445 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastPrograms Personified: What Makes My Signature Bookkeeping Programs UniqueAfter the fun and learnings of the past few episodes, this episode serves as a bit of a debrief about my programs: where they started, their journey, and where we’re headed. I’m so excited about my new program, Libby. Living Life by The Books has a WHOLE new meaning. My business has evolved a lot since I started it and I’ve done the same alongside it. My kids have grown up and my life looks different now. Libby is a way for me to continue making my business work for the life I want and to...2022-02-0739 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastOffice Gossip Part 3: The TransitionCome listen as we say a fond farewell to BOB and meet Libby, the new rising star of the office! This is just a reminder that if you feel stuck in a rut, you don’t have to stay. And if you feel inspired to be a breath of fresh air, you can be! It’s never too late to change. Through BOB’s and Libby’s respective journeys we get to explore: Moving on and ending on a graceful high-note An emphasis on respecting what works and discarding what didn’t Evolution is a sign we’re...2022-01-3112 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastOffice Gossip Part 2: The ConfrontationWelcome to Part 2 of my three-act production!  BOB, BABs, and Katie are back for Office Gossip Part 2: The Confrontation! Here we get more of a peek inside BOBs inner dilemma, as he bites the bullet and finally lets his boss know his true feelings. While all of this is a fun way to say that I’m making much needed and refreshing changes to my BOB program (including a new name to be revealed in the next act),  I hope the themes that transcend this creative jaunt resonate with you: Just because you feel stuc...2022-01-2407 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastOffice Gossip Part 1: The Build UpSo this week, I decided to get a little silly, and well, enjoy my one-woman show.  This will be a series in which I act out a lil something to tease changes I’m making to my Booked Out Bookkeeper™ program. Think of it as a content teaser trailer, and I’m the star, baby. It’s going to be in multiple parts, so you’re going to have to wait with bated breath for further installments, like it’s 1940 radio.  During my little performance, you’re going to meet BOB, BABs (his bestie coworker), Ariel (BOB’s sup...2022-01-1710 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastDo You Need to Have a Boss Before Starting Your Own Bookkeeping Business?Can’t decide if you should work for a “real” firm before trying to go it alone as a bookkeeper? Sorry, I hold no answers for you; both ways are valid, and frankly, it depends on what you want your work life to look like. It’s also dependent on the level of confidence you have in your own skills. If you feel like maybe you need some guidance and systems in place to check on your work, then working under someone is probably a good idea. In this episode we'll look at: Other reasons...2022-01-1015 minCheck Your Aesthetic PodcastCheck Your Aesthetic PodcastEp. 64: A Beginner’s Guide To Small Business Bookkeeping and Taxes ft. CPA Katie FerroThis is the episode that everyone has been asking for! Katie and Alexis sat down with CPA and bookkeeper Katie Ferro to discuss everything bookkeeping and small business taxes. Tax season and keeping track of finite details of your business can be very overwhelming, but Katie broke everything down for us! If you would like to purchase her Small Business Starter Kit, use the link below! Small Business Starter Kit  Bookkeeping Reminders  Check out Katie Ferro on Instagram  Check out Check Your Aesthetic on Instagram  Check out...2022-01-0359 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastPlan Your Profits: How Financial Preparedness Leads to ProsperityArgh, taxes! They’re barreling down upon us all, and if you’re terrified of sorting through the past year’s financials, you are far from alone.  I’ve been there, and I know how petrifying it can be when you feel like your finances are out of control. But I’m going to let you in on a little secret…you got this. So, as a way to ward off any financial ghosts that want to follow us into 2022, this episode is a dive into how to get your finances back on track. This week, I’ll co...2022-01-0336 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastThe Art of Small Business Bookkeeping: How to Evolve, Grow, and Believe in the Work You Do with Kelly WigingtonFundamentals are the building blocks for any small business, and you want to make sure you have a solid foundation to build on. If your foundation is shaky, or you’re constantly faking it till you make it, that will eventually show. Don’t you owe it to yourself and your clients to invest your time & money to be the most confident bookkeeper you can be?  In this episode, I chat with Kelly Wigington, owner of Summer Dove Bookkeeping, about her journey into becoming a small business bookkeeper, and her experience with my online course, Become a Bookk...2021-12-2748 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastWhat to Expect on Your Bookkeeping JourneyI’m so excited for you to listen to this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast! I’m getting into the profitability of starting your own bookkeeping business and things you can expect to encounter along the way. One of the most common questions I get is whether or not you can make a profit with a bookkeeping business, and if so, when can you expect that to happen? Today we’ll chat about:  The sustainability of profits for your bookkeeping business Embracing your personal circumstances and timing as the key to success There is no c...2021-12-1311 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastCan You Start a Bookkeeping Business While You’re in College?I’m excited for you to listen to this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast! I’m getting into what I would do differently in college knowing what I know now about bookkeeping. Taking a look back at my college experience, I’m sharing what I would change if I could go back and redo the college years all over again.  I’m chatting about- What I did to make $2k a month Building a business slowly Working by myself Getting a master’s degree & CPA Being mindful of a non-compete clause Quitting a job, but not replacing t...2021-12-0625 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastDo You Have What It Takes to Be a Successful Bookkeeper?In this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, we’re talking about 11 signs that you would make a great bookkeeper. And it may not be what you were expecting...  Good at managing your own money Analytical, you like finding the right answer Driven to solve problems as they arise Like predictability Not afraid to search for answers Desire to get things correct & highly ethical You love business & enjoy watching clients succeed You’re curious about other businesses & how they operate Good with tech & confident with numbers Great with deadlines & value creating your own schedule You’re social, but value not hav...2021-11-2917 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow to Charge for Your Bookkeeping ServicesIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I’m letting you in on some absolutely pure gold information. This could be its own paid workshop! But instead, I’m chatting about it with you in a candid conversation about how to charge for your services.  Pricing is always an interesting topic and it comes up often. I’m getting into the questions that I commonly see and why I’m such a fan of fixed monthly pricing. I also get into: Monthly vs. Hourly  Predictability of Monthly Billing Benefits of Auto-Billing Choosing Similar Clients to Simplif...2021-11-2227 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastEasily Sign New Clients Using These Dating StrategiesIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I’m talking all about how to sign new clients using dating strategies (yup, you heard that right!). In this episode, I go over all the ways that signing a client is just like dating – and the tips we can learn from dating to help us sign our dream clients. If you’re interested in learning how to woo your best clients ever, stay tuned! Some of the topics we go over include: How messaging can attract the wrong client / date The importance of valuing your services  How sal...2021-11-1517 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastThe Importance of Being Good at What You Do with Ashley GordonIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I’m sitting down with the incredible Ashley Gordon, CEO of the Quantum Coach Co and creator of the Badass Manifester brand and top podcast. In this episode, we talk about how being really good at what you do makes everything else fall into place for your business. If you’re looking to step into your biggest Big Coach Energy ever, stay tuned! Some of the topics we go over include: Why being good at what you do fuels everything else in your business  How to create a suc...2021-11-0835 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastIt's Time to Look Beyond MLMsIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, we're going to get a little more technical than usual. I’m going to be talking all about how to run a very lean bookkeeping business that profits around $2,500 a month WITHOUT sacrificing your entire life.  For all my stay-at-home moms looking to benefit from starting your own business (without having to join another MLM), stay tuned!  Some of the topics we go over include: What you need in order to profit from a bookkeeping business.  Having a bookkeeping business as a stay-at-home mom.  I hope this e...2021-11-0117 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastYou are NOT Failing by Keeping Your Corporate JobIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am going to be talking all about freeing yourself from corporate shame! For all of those still working a nine-to-five job because you don’t feel comfortable leaving, or your business hasn't taken off yet, this episode is for you. Today, I want to flip my normal messaging and let you know that you're not failing by still working in your day job. Everyone is always on their own timeline! Stay tuned to hear how your corporate job can actually be serving you during your entrepreneurial journey.  Som...2021-10-2514 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastMeasuring Success Beyond MoneyIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am going to be talking about why numbers do and don't matter in your business. I want to be super clear and transparent about what the numbers you're seeing actually mean and what you want to be benchmarking. Stay tuned to find out how!  Some of the topics we go over include: Why numbers are so subjective.  The reason behind why you started your business.  I hope this episode points you in the right direction of success and helps you understand that money is not the only thi...2021-10-1820 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastDiscovering Profitability in BookkeepingIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am going to be talking about the monthly recurring revenue you get from having a bookkeeping business. It truly goes on with no end in sight and once you book out, you'll continuously have a steady income. To hear what the regular operating expenses are in a bookkeeping business and how to think about your profitability, keep reading!  Some of the topics we go over include: Expenses in a bookkeeping business.  Software expenses and why they matter.  My annual expenses as a bookkeeper.   I hope this episode helps...2021-10-1120 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastDo You Need to Prepare Taxes to Have a Bookkeeping Business?In this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am going to be talking about having a successful bookkeeping business without having all the knowledge in the world about taxes. A common belief I hear from people thinking of starting bookkeeping is that they need to do both bookkeeping and taxes in order to be successful, but that's not the case. Stay tuned to find out why!  Some of the topics we go over include: The truth about taxes and bookkeeping.  The importance of focusing on one task.  I hope this episode helps you understand that you...2021-10-0411 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The Podcast3 Skills You Need to Start Your Own Bookkeeping BusinessIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am going to be talking all about the basic skills you need to start a bookkeeping business. There are three foundational things that are a must-have to become a successful bookkeeper. If becoming a part of this industry is one of your goals, stay tuned!   Some of the topics we go over include: Top three skills to master bookkeeping.  Gaining skills through my program Become a Bookkeeper  I hope this episode helps put you on the right path towards the skills it takes to be a proficient book...2021-09-2714 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastDo You Know Your Numbers in Your Business? Start Bookkeeping the RIGHT WAYIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am joined by Nikki Arensman to talk all about her business and the growth she experienced after working together. Nikki is a Brand Designer and Business Strategist for Female Entrepreneurs, Founder of The Business of Branding Podcast and a Mama & Wife. Stay tuned to hear all about the importance of knowing your numbers and growing your business.  Some of the topics we go over include: Paying attention to your business numbers.  Moving your money with intention.  Scaling your business above & beyond.  I hope this episode helps you see...2021-09-2054 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastDitching the Corporate World to Start a Bookkeeping Business: A BOB Program ReviewIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am joined by Megan Evans, who is an active member of BOB (Booked Out Bookkeeper). Today, we’re going to be talking all about her experience in BOB and what you need to know before coming into this program. Stay tuned to hear all about the experience you could be having with BOB!  Some of the topics we go over include: Where Megan was before joining BOB.  Starting a bookkeeping business keeps you super stable.  What to know if you're considering joining BOB.  I hope this episode helps...2021-09-1347 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastAre You Ready to Change Your Life & Your Bookkeeping Business with BOB?In this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I’m joined by a former member of BOB (Booked Out Bookkeeper), Madison Brown. She is going to be talking all about her experience in the program, how it prepared her for her bookkeeping business, and where she is today after investing in BOB. Stay tuned to hear all the details behind Madison’s journey and how to know if you're ready for this next step!  Some of the points we go over include: What life was like before BOB for Madison.  The key to being successful in BOB.  Where M...2021-09-0945 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastJust How Possible it is to Make a Full Time Salary with Your Bookkeeping BusinessWelcome to day three of Booked Out Basics: A 3 Day Bookkeeping Blitz! Today is definitely a topic a lot of accountants will love. We are talking all about how possible it is to make a full time salary with your bookkeeping business. This exercise is going to bring your vision of a full time income on your own terms to life!  Some of the point we go over include: The value of your time as a bookkeeper.  The ease that follows once you’re booked out. Exercise to figure out what you need to get booked out...2021-09-0812 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastThe Beliefs You Need to Drop & Adopt in Order to be SuccessfulWelcome to day two of Booked Out Basics: A 3 Day Bookkeeping Blitz! Today is all about the beliefs you need to drop & adopt so that you can be successful. I’m going to help you break down the decisions and beliefs that don’t support your vision or align with what you actually deeply desire. If you're ready to create beliefs that serve you and find your path towards success, stay tuned!  Some of the point we go over include: Why your beliefs can separate you in this industry.  Figuring out why you're scared to start a book...2021-09-0711 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastPersonal Power & Autonomy - How a Bookkeeping Business Can Give it to YouWelcome to day one of Booked Out Basics: A 3 Day Bookkeeping Blitz! Today is all about personal power and autonomy and how a bookkeeping business can give it to you. When I started my bookkeeping business, I wasn't aware of how profound this concept would be and how iit would let me not only live my life but also allow me to say yes only when my desire wants to say yes, in all areas of my life. If this is something you’ve been wanting to build through the power of bookkeeping, stay tuned!  Some of the...2021-09-0612 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastMaking Quantum Leaps in Your Bookkeeping Business Plan with BOBIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am going to be talking about my program Booked out Bookkeeper and how it can help you find success in your bookkeeping business. In this episode, you'll find out exactly what BOB does, who it's for, and all the changes that are happening to the program. If you're ready to leap towards success with your bookkeeping business, stay tuned!  Some of the topics we go over include: What is Booked out Bookkeeper and what made me create it?  Changes happening to BOB.  Who BOB is for.  You are alwa...2021-08-3031 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow to Fail Forward in Your Journey to Success with Rachel NgomIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am joined by the amazing Rachel Ngom. Rachel Ngom is the host of the She's Making an Impact podcast and is a business and lead generation expert. She helps purpose-driven female entrepreneurs drive more traffic leads and sales through Pinterest, blogging and the strategic use of automation.  Rachel went from being on food stamps with negative four hundred dollars in her checking account to a multi-six-figure online business. She now helps others do the same with her signature courses and programs. Rachel has lived in Kenya, met her husband i...2021-08-2343 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow to Work Efficiently With Xero as a Bookkeeper (And Why I Prefer It Over QBO)In this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am going to be breaking down why Xero is perfect for bookkeepers and how you can potentially serve more clients when using it. I’ll be sharing all the reasons I love Xero and the perks that come along with it, so stay tuned to hear all the details!  Some of the topics we go over include: Why I prefer Xero over any other software.  How to work efficiently with Xero’s features.  I hope this episode helps you understand more about Xero and why it is the per...2021-08-1627 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastIncrease Your Profit and Make an Impact with Dawn ApuanIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am sharing an interview of myself by Dawn Apuan in her summit, 7 Steps to 7 Figures. Dawn Apaun is a copywriter who helps entrepreneurs sell even their most expensive offers with a high ticket funnel that brilliantly captures their voice and messaging to attract dream clients - without costing them time and energy creating it. In our conversation, we discuss the importance of knowing your numbers and knowing your profit as a business owner. For more details, stay tuned!  Some of the topics we go over include: How sales c...2021-08-0944 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow to Learn From Failure and Use It To Your AdvantageIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, we're going to be talking all about being confident in your business and how to learn from failure. Everyone goes through failure at some point in their business but there are healthy ways to approach it. If you want to stop looking at your failures as failures, stay tuned!  Some of the topics we go over include: Why I believe that there is no such thing as failure.  Always take the next step.  The only person fixated on your failure is you.  I hope this episode helps you embr...2021-08-0213 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastWhy Profit Percentages Are Important and What Yours Should BeIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, we're going to be talking all about profit percentages and what yours should be. This is a question I get asked all the time, especially by my bookkeeping clients so let's break this down and get into it. Stay tuned! Some of the topics we go over include: What even is profit?  The importance of profit percentages.  The more you grow, the more things cost.  I hope this episode helps you understand the importance of profit percentages and why you need to keep an eye on your numbers  2021-07-2613 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastThe Key Elements to Growing a Sustainable and Successful Business with Katie FlemingIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I FINALLY have Katie Fleming joining us. We’ve been talking about doing this episode forever and I’m so excited to share all the details with you. If you don’t know already, Katie is a multi 6 figure mentor who coaches ambitious moms on how to scale their 6 & 7 figure businesses with ease and flow. Stay tuned to hear more from Katie on scaling your business with ease! Some of the topics we go over include: Growing a business is all about energetics and strategy.  Stepping into a certain presenc...2021-07-1954 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHR for Online Business Owners with Kira La ForgiaIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I’m joined by a very special guest, Kira La Forgia, who is the owner of Paradigm Consulting. Paradigm is the go-to People Operations resource for six-figure+ online business owners ready to protect, streamline, and scale their businesses. Today, we are going to be diving deep into conversation about how you can hire and grow your team as an online business owner. Stay tuned for all the details! Some of the topics we go over include: You only have to figure it out once.  Treat your team how you wou...2021-07-1247 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow I Knew It Was Time to Go All-in on My Bookkeeping BusinessIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I’m going to be talking all about my bookkeeping business journey and how I knew it was time to go all-in on my business. If you're someone who is starting out in their business, let me tell you, it's all about trusting the process and letting time do its thing.  Some of the topics we go over include: Trusting the process.  Growing my bookkeeping business.  How I raised my income in my bookkeeping business. I hope this episode was insightful and gave you an inside look at my bo...2021-07-0530 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastIt's Time to Face Your Finances and Spending HabitsIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I’m going to be talking about spending, a topic most of us don't want to face. Life is expensive, I get it. Everything seems like it's constantly rising and even as a bookkeeper, I feel stressed by the never ending costs of adulthood. So if you're ready to turn your overspending habits into overflow, stay tuned for more details!  Some of the topics we go over include: How to feel good about your spending.  Steps you can take to turn overspend into overflow.  I hope this episode helps...2021-06-2829 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastTop Tips To Increase Your ProfitsIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I’m going to be talking about what you need to know about the numbers in your business along with a discussion on my profit and loss workbook. You can continuously increase your profit when you're aware of your numbers and in control of all areas of your business. So if you want to start expanding your profit, stay tuned for much more details!  Some of the topics we go over include: What I usually see in the entrepreneur space. Sales vs. Profit Treating your business seriously to increase pro...2021-06-2141 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow To Write Personality-Packed Copy and Book More Clients with Tracie KendzioraIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I’m joined by the amazing Tracie Kendziora to discuss how you can reach your zone of genius and write copy that is captivating. Tracie is the founder of Okay, Okapi, where she helps online business owners, coaches, and creatives write personality-packed copy so they can build their brand online, create a rock-solid connection with their audience, and book more dream clients. To hear more from Tacie and level up your copy skills, stay tuned!  Some of the topics we go over include: How Tracie started her own business.  How...2021-06-1447 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow To Use Credit Cards To Make MoneyIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I’m going to be talking all about credit cards, how to use them, and how to stop spending interest on them and instead earn points. If you own a credit card or are looking into getting one, it's super important that you’re responsible and understand all the aspects.  Some of the topics we go over include: Why you should be using credit and which ones to use.  Why you should be paying off your debt and using your credit.  What to look for in a credit card and how...2021-06-0730 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastInside Look at Booked Out Bookkeeper™: A Real-Life Student Testimonial with Arielle GelosiIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am joined by Arielle Gelosi who is here today to talk about her experience going through Booked Out Bookkeeper™. I thought it would be great to have her come on and share her story, how she joined, and what hesitations she had before working through this program. Arielle is a former BOB student who previously worked in Big Four accounting. She left her accounting role to grow her bookkeeping business full-time. Since then, she has shifted gears but her bookkeeping business supports her new venture. Some of the topics we...2021-05-3153 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastMy Journey and An Inside Look at Become a Bookkeeper™ with Serena ShoupIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am sharing a previous conversation I had with Serena Shoup on her Facebook Live. We dive into all things bookkeeping, the journey to becoming one, as well as a bit more insight on my Become a Bookkeeper™ program. Serena is a CPA who left her corporate position and started helping small businesses with their bookkeeping. She built a small virtual bookkeeping firm and mentored others on starting their own similar business.  Some of the topics we go over include: The moment I decided to start a bookkeeping business. Hav...2021-05-241h 04Profits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow To Take Advantage of the Massive Demand in Online Businesses as a BookkeeperIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I want to talk about what's happening in this industry, what I’m seeing, and what opportunities we have as bookkeepers with this massive demand for online businesses. Today, we're going to dive into what online business owners struggle with and how BOB can help, so stay tuned to find out all the juicy details!  Some of the topics we go over include: Now is the perfect time for bookkeepers to serve online businesses.  Why I love working with online businesses. Joining Booked out Bookkeeper™ to serve more businesses.   I hop...2021-05-1750 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastCorporate Burnout, Failures, and Breakthroughs with Amanda KingIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am joined by a special guest and I’m so excited to bring one of my bookkeeping clients to the show! Amanda King is a CEO and a badass empowering coach who created the Fierce As F*ck brand. She started her business in 2019 and became a 6-figure business coach in 11- months! Once she saw what she was able to do, she knew that she needed to help women to step out of their fear and into 6 to 7 figure sales. Today, we're going to be sharing her story from corporate bu...2021-05-1051 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastAll the Reasons You Can't Make It as a Bookkeeper (and Why They're BS)In this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, we’re going to be talking all about how you can build your bookkeeping business, get more clients, and make the bookkeeping lifestyle work for you. My motto is all about living your life and having a business there to support you. I want to help you all build a successful bookkeeping business and if this sounds like something you want to pursue, stay tuned!    Some of the topics we go over include:   Get out of your head and stop getting in your way.  Common limiti...2021-05-0347 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastMaking A Difference As A Business Owner with the Off the Top Impact PledgeIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am SUPER excited to be sharing this new concept called “Off the Top Impact Pledge” that I came up with. The idea is to skim off the top of your own business and use that portion of your sales to donate to charity. There is so much change bookkeepers and entrepreneurs can create and this is the first step to making a difference. If you want to make an impact in the online space, stay tuned!    Some of the topics we go over include:   The imp...2021-04-2620 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastWhy More Sales Does Not Equal More Bank in Your Bookkeeping Business with Lauren KlafkeIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am joined with Lauren Klafke who is the owner of Willow Creek Financial Services. She’s a mom, a wife, and a successful online bookkeeper who is here today to talk all about how she grew her bookkeeping business. Together, we’re going to also be debunking some MAJOR myths we’ve seen in the online space over the years.   Some of the topics we go over include:   Bookkeeping myths in the online space.  Why more money is never the solution to your issue.  Why you sh...2021-04-1941 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastGrowing a Successful Bookkeeping Business: Do You Really Need to Have a CPA?In this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am going to dive into one of the MOST asked questions I get. That question is if you need to have a CPA in order to start a bookkeeping business. I have a lot of members in my Booked out Bookkeeper™ program that do have a CPA, but I also have quite a few who don’t. In this episode I’ll be sharing my thoughts around whether it’s essential to have a CPA or not. So stay tuned for more details!   Some of the topics we go ove...2021-04-1226 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastServing Over Selling and Removing Fears Around Finance with Annie HillmanIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am joined by the amazing Annie Hillman! Annie is a bookkeeper, entrepreneur, wife, and self-proclaimed numbers nerd. While starting a bookkeeping business was not what she set out to do, God had other plans. After several years in finance and the right doors opening, Atlas Bookkeeping Co. was born. Now, she’s on a mission to remove the fear that surrounds business finances and help entrepreneurs realize the usefulness their numbers hold.   Some of the topics we go over include:   Annie’s journey from corpor...2021-04-0556 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow to Become a Bookkeeper (and Do You Really Need a Degree?)In this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast,  I want to talk to you about whether or not you need a degree to be a bookkeeper. This is a common question I get asked, so we’re finally diving into all the details! I’m going to be honest and transparent, sharing my opinion as to whether you need a degree in order to be a bookkeeper, so stay tuned!    Some of the topics we go over include:   How to be a good bookkeeper. Do you need a degree to become a bookkeeper?  How to ad...2021-03-2937 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastThe Ultimate Guide to Blogging for BookkeepersIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I’m going to talk about something that I've been meaning to touch on for a while, which is blogging for bookkeepers. Blogging can have plenty of benefits for an existing bookkeeping business and it can also help get your business off the ground. So today, I’m going to be giving you the ultimate guide to blogging for bookkeepers today. Stay tuned!    Some of the topics we go over include:   Why blogging is great.  How to get your blog started.  What the structure of your blog...2021-03-221h 09Profits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastThe Journey to Starting a Business, Finance Accountability, and More with Corey PollardIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, we are joined with Corey Pollard who is an educational therapist deeply passionate about helping struggling students close the gap between where they are and their highest potential. Corey has a private practice located in Denver, Colorado that supports students with specific learning disabilities.    After nailing down a system that created MASSIVE results for their students they wanted to share it with educators around the world so they could create a massive impact. Today, not only do they support students in reaching their highest potential, but they also su...2021-03-1551 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastA BOB Student's Journey to Starting a Virtual Accounting FirmIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I have special guest Liz Zaslove, who joined my Booked Out Bookkeeper Program™️ in August. Liz is a certified public accountant and worked with one of the top accounting firms in the nation. Liz knew that she couldn’t maintain this crazy lifestyle no matter how much money they paid her so she created her own business known as Zaslove Accounting, which has now become her full-time job. Liz offers bookkeeping services to entrepreneurs and individuals and she's here today to share her experience. So stay tuned!    Some of the t...2021-03-0848 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The Podcast2 Things to Master in Your Client-Facing BusinessIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I want to talk to you about the two things you need to master in your business that will prevent you from failing. I’ll be sharing the importance of communication and setting expectations with your clients, as well as how these two factors can either MAKE or BREAK your business.   Some of the topics we go over include:   Why communication can either save or kill your business.  The importance of outlining realistic expectations.   When you're hiring people, it's really important to make s...2021-03-0111 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastHow to Find More Money to Invest in Your BusinessIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I want to talk to you about how you can find more money to invest in your business by using what you already have and asking for more. I see such a need for people wanting to find the right investments to help them succeed in their business and life. It’s time we ditch the mindset of not being able to afford it, and instead, find ways to make those investments happen.   Some of the topics we go over include:   You can’t be succes...2021-02-2239 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastTax Planning Strategies and Increasing Net Worth with Karen BahnIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am super excited to have Karen Bahn joining us today. Karen is a friend and BOB student of mine that joined me during the first round of BOB. She is a successful and seasoned tax accountant on a mission to alleviate the fear most entrepreneurs have of the “evil” tax service known as the IRS. Through regular bookkeeping, quarterly check-ins and tax strategy to optimize planning opportunities, Karen truly becomes the team member that entrepreneurs never realized they needed.   Some of the topics we go over include: 2021-02-1558 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastThe Original BOB Squad: One Year Later (Part Two)In this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am back with part two from my conversation with the original five who started with me when we launched BOB. These five ladies trusted me and joined me for the amazing ride and here they are a year later sharing some tips and stories from the past year while in Booked Out Bookkeeper™️. Some of the topics we go over include: Investing in BOB and how they worked through it. How the support of BOB helped them through challenges this year. How social media is an external pressure in t...2021-02-0841 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastThe Original BOB Squad: One Year Later (Part One)In this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I have the original five who started with me when we launched BOB. These five ladies trusted me and joined me for the amazing ride and here they are a year later sharing some tips and stories from the past year while in Booked Out Bookkeepers.   Some of the topics we go over include: Investing in BOB and how they worked through it. How the support of BOB helped them through challenges this year.    How social media is an external pressure in this program. You don't find the support of BOB anywhere else. T...2021-02-0159 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastWhy NOW Is the Best Time To Start and Grow Your Bookkeeping BusinessIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I want to talk to you about why right now is the best time to start and grow your bookkeeping business. I want to focus on what you need to know how to grow your business and how to keep on getting new clients.    Some of the topics we go over include:   What I want you to understand about bookkeeping.  How valuable bookkeeping is.   What having your own business is really about. Why bookkeeping is in demand.  What it takes to get booked out.    Remember that the business you're dreaming of exists, it's just not...2021-01-2550 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastWhen Is the Right Time to Quit Your Corporate Job?In this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I want to talk to you about when the right time to quit your corporate job is. I see this all the time in my program where people are holding on and looking for the right time to get out. I understand how big of a decision this can be for some and I want to acknowledge that in this week’s episode.     Some of the topics we go over include:   Why your job is likely costing you a lot.   Three signs that you need to leave your corporate job.   When the right time to...2021-01-1817 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastUsing Social Media Marketing to Elevate Your Business with Danielle WelchIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I have special guest Danielle Welch joining us. Danielle and I connected about a year ago through a coach we both had in common. Danielle is the owner of Bridge Consulting & Design, a Social Media and Consulting company. Danielle currently works with clients one on one to help manage their social media profiles as well as offering a series of online programs to teach social media marketing for small businesses. Stay tuned to hear all of Danielle’s wisdom when it comes to using social media marketing and elevating your business!   ...2021-01-111h 05Profits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastWhat You Need to Know About the Legal Side of Running a Business with Bobby KlinckIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I am so excited to welcome Bobby Klinck as a special guest! Bobby is a Harvard Law Grad turned online entrepreneur—but he’s NOT your typical lawyer. He doesn't do suits, he hates legalese more than you do, and tends to make lame pop-culture references and dad jokes. I found Bobby through a webinar being advertised a couple of years ago. Since then, I’ve been following him and using his templates. Today, we will be diving into everything you need to know when it comes to the legal side of runnin...2021-01-111h 13Profits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastWhy Saying "No" is Important for an Intentional BusinessIn this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, I want to talk about this two-letter word that we often give way too much power to. We let the fear of hearing the word “No” stop us from so many things. “No” shouldn’t be feared. I want to encourage you to be able to hear it, say it, receive it, and respect it. This way, you can move towards a life that you are intended to live while showing up as your best self.   Some of the topics we go over include:   Why the word “No...2021-01-1113 minProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastProfits + Prosecco: The PodcastWhat Is an S Corp and Can It Save You Money?In this episode of Profits + Prosecco Podcast, we are going to be talking all about S Corps. 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