The Bookkeepers' Podcast
328 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsWe help bookkeepers find clients, make more money and build businesses they love. Join our free community for bookkeepers and accountants.
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Episode 25 - Pinterest for bookkeepers
August 06, 2020 09:44 - 21 minutes - 3.06 MBThis week Zoe Whitman shares her experiences of using Pinterest and talks about how bookkeepers can use Pinterest. We also share some news about what's coming up in The 6 Figure Bookkeepers' Club, we hope you can connect with us on Facebook. If you enjoy our podcast please subscribe and tell other bookkeepers in your network. Resources: Are you 6 Figure Ready? Take our Quiz 6figurebookkeeper.scoreapp.com ---------------------------------- Find out more about Jo and Zoe by following The ...
Episode 24 - Mindset and confidence for bookkeepers with Abigail Rogers
July 30, 2020 18:46 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBFind out your next step in bookkeeping. Free calls and books. https://bookkeeperssupport.com ----------------------------------------------- This week Jo Wood and Zoe Whitman are joined by Abigail Rogers, mindset and confidence coach and hypnotherapist. Abigail answers our questions about what bookkeepers can do to boost their confidence and feel more able to take steps forward in their businesses. We talk about fear of getting started, fear of making mistakes and the "what ifs" whic...
Episode 23 - How to run a grown-up business with Shirley Mansfield
July 23, 2020 05:15 - 37 minutes - 85.6 MBFind out your next step in bookkeeping. Free calls and books. https://bookkeeperssupport.com ----------------------------------------------- This week Jo Wood and Zoe Whitman are joined by Shirley Mansfield, coach and author of The Grown-Up Business Book. Shirley shares what inspired her to write her book and how she helps her clients develop into the owners of grown-up businesses. If you enjoy our podcast please subscribe and tell other bookkeepers in your network. Resources: Are y...
Episode 22 - How bookkeepers can use Facebook to find clients
July 15, 2020 15:38 - 32 minutes - 75.4 MBWould you like to use Facebook to market your bookkeeping business? Not sure where to start with using Facebook for marketing as a bookkeeper? Today Jo Wood and Zoe Whitman are talking about how bookkeepers can use Facebook for their businesses. We cover: - Whether you can use your personal account or whether you need a business profile - How to use a business page - How to use other peoples' Facebook groups - How you can build engagement in your own Facebook group - Whether to pay for ads ...
Episode 21 - How to use Instagram to market your bookkeeping business
July 09, 2020 07:17 - 34 minutes - 47 MBWould you like to use Instagram to market your bookkeeping business? Not sure where to start with using Instagram for marketing as a bookkeeper? Today Jo Wood and Zoe Whitman are talking about how bookkeepers can use Instagram for their businesses. We cover: - What to post about - Which images to use - The difference between the grid and stories - How we can use IGTV - Hashtags Resources: Are you 6 Figure Ready? Take our Quiz 6figurebookkeeper.scoreapp.com --------------------------------...
Episode 20 - Setting minimum prices with Laura Taylor
July 02, 2020 19:41 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MBThis week Jo Wood and Zoe Whitman are joined by Laura Taylor of Empowered by Cloud. We've been talking about prices A LOT and when we saw a post from Laura on LinkedIn about setting minimum fees, we just knew we had to speak to her to find out more about her practice. If you enjoy our podcast please subscribe and tell other bookkeepers in your network. Resources: Are you 6 Figure Ready? Take our Quiz 6figurebookkeeper.scoreapp.com ---------------------------------- Find out more about J...
Episode 19 - How to see your value as a bookkeeper with Natasha Everard
June 25, 2020 08:44 - 36 minutes - 49.7 MBThis week on the podcast Jo Wood and Zoe Whitman are joined by Natasha Everard to talk about how bookkeepers can build confidence and see their value. This is such a positive conversation, we loved speaking to Natasha who very openly shared her story, her journey, and explained why she feels it's time to really stand up for bookkeeper. We also had an interesting conversation about niching, this time, not niching by industry but by service. Resources: Are you 6 Figure Ready? Take our Qui...
Episode 18 - How bookkeepers can use LinkedIn to find clients
June 18, 2020 07:14 - 37 minutes - 52.1 MBThis week Jo Wood and Zoe Whitman talk about how bookkeepers can use LinkedIn to find clients. We've both learnt how powerful LinkedIn can be for getting our businesses in front of our ideal clients, how we can use the search function to find clients we want to work with, and how to approach connecting with others and accepting connection requests. We'll show you how to treat your LinkedIn profile as the shop front for your bookkeeping business, how you can refine your profile, what to inc...
Episode 17 - Pricing tips for bookkeepers with Della Hudson
June 11, 2020 21:01 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBThis week we're joined by business coach and author, Della Hudson, to talk about pricing bookkeeping services. Many bookkeepers find pricing difficult, particularly starting out. It can be tempting to set a low price to win work, without considering our business's financial success. This week we go into detail about where to start when considering how to price, with some tips and advice you can implement today. If you enjoy our podcast please subscribe and tell other bookkeepers in your n...
Episode 16 - How bookkeepers can improve their mindsets for success with James Ashford
June 02, 2020 21:12 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBThis week we're delighted to be joined by James Ashford, Founder of GoProposal, Keynote Speaker and best selling author. James is passionate about helping bookkeepers and accountants to grow profitable practices. In this episode we stalk to James about how bookkeepers can: - work on their mindset to build their confidence - set profitable fees - review pricing with Jo and Zoe sharing their own experiences from running bookkeeping firms. This episode includes so much value for bookkeepers, ...
Episode 16 - How bookkeepers can improve their mindsets for success
June 02, 2020 21:12 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBThis week we're delighted to be joined by James Ashford, Founder of GoProposal, Keynote Speaker and best selling author. James is passionate about helping bookkeepers and accountants to grow profitable practices. In this episode we stalk to James about how bookkeepers can: - work on their mindset to build their confidence - set profitable fees - review pricing with Jo and Zoe sharing their own experiences from running bookkeeping firms. This episode includes so much value for bookkeepers, ...
Episode 15 - How bookkeepers can build their brand and niche with Amanda C Watts
May 28, 2020 06:54 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBThis week we're delighted to be joined by Amanda C Watts. Amanda's a marketing and sales guru, speaker, entrepreneur and Amazon Number 1 best seller. Today we're talking about why building a personal brand is important and why that's different from your business and product brands. We talk about how niching can help your marketing but doesn't mean you have to rule out potential clients, with Jo Wood and Zoe Whitman sharing their practical tips on branding and stories of how they've niched in...
Episode 14 - How bookkeepers can streamline their business processes with Sarah Newland
May 20, 2020 00:00 - 35 minutes - 49 MBThis week we're delighted to be joined by Sarah Newland, Process Strategist from Keyboard Smash. When we start out running our bookkeeping businesses, we just do what we need to do to make things happen, but sometimes the processes we set up aren't quite right, we miss things out or frequently forget steps. This is the time to think about streamlining but that can seem tricky when were already busy with the day to day so in this episode we talk to Sarah about how bookkeepers can: - find time...
Episode 14 - How bookkeepers can streamline their business processes
May 20, 2020 00:00 - 35 minutes - 49 MBThis week we're delighted to be joined by Sarah Newland, Process Strategist from Keyboard Smash. When we start out running our bookkeeping businesses, we just do what we need to do to make things happen, but sometimes the processes we set up aren't quite right, we miss things out or frequently forget steps. This is the time to think about streamlining but that can seem tricky when were already busy with the day to day so in this episode we talk to Sarah about how bookkeepers can: - find time...
Episode 13 - How to add advisory services to your bookkeeping offering with Sam Fairbairn
May 13, 2020 00:00 - 33 minutes - 45.5 MBThis week we're delighted to be joined by Sam Fairbairn from Float. With so much pressure on so many businesses, there's no time like the present to start making the move into advisory services. Our clients need to plan ahead, understand their cash flow and change up their businesses, and as the people closest to our clients figures, we're well placed to do that. Advisory can seem complicated though. Where do you start? How do you sell that service to your client if you've never done it bef...
Episode 13 - How to add advisory services to your bookkeeping offering
May 13, 2020 00:00 - 33 minutes - 45.5 MBThis week we're delighted to be joined by Sam Fairbairn from Float. With so much pressure on so many businesses, there's no time like the present to start making the move into advisory services. Our clients need to plan ahead, understand their cash flow and change up their businesses, and as the people closest to our clients figures, we're well placed to do that. Advisory can seem complicated though. Where do you start? How do you sell that service to your client if you've never done it bef...
Episode 12 - How bookkeepers can get the most out of online learning with Trent McLaren
May 06, 2020 00:00 - 26 minutes - 37.1 MB06/05/2020 This week on the podcast Zoe Whitman and Jo Wood talk about how bookkeepers can make the most of online learning. With the Accountex Virtual Summit coming up on 13th and 14th May, we speak to Trent McLaren about what bookkeepers can learn by attending, and how to prioritise your learning if you're feeling webinar overwhelm. If you enjoy our podcast please subscribe and tell other bookkeepers in your network. Find out more about us at :www.6figurebookkeeper.com Join our free Fac...
Episode 11 - How to write awards entries which will get your bookkeeping practice noticed
April 29, 2020 00:00 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MB29/04/2020 This week on the podcast we talk about how to write award winning award entries. This week is the deadline for entries for the Accounting Excellence Awards, and with a category for Bookkeeping Firm of the Year for the first time, we are speaking to PR Consultants Michelle and Christian Ewen about how to write awards entries which get your business noticed. If you enjoy our podcast please subscribe and tell other bookkeepers in your network. Find out more about us at :www.6fig...
Episode 10 - Self care for bookkeepers, practical tips to help your mental health during lockdown
April 22, 2020 21:37 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MB22/04/2020 In this episode, Jo and Zoe share how they've been looking after their well being during lockdown. Jo shares the personal story behind why she's devoted more time to self care, and Zoe shares how she's trying to fit some self care into her day with young children. If you enjoy our podcast please tell other bookkeepers in your network. Find out more about us at :www.6figurebookkeeper.com Join our free Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/6figurebookkeeper/ Follow us on Instagr...
Episode 9 - Bookkeeping services which work for you now and practical tips for planning ahead
April 15, 2020 14:33 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MB15/04/2020 In this episode, Zoe shares what's been happening in her business since COVID-19 hit. She gives a personal take on the situation facing many bookkeepers and shares the practical approach she's taken to decision making, to simplifying her business and her personal life. Zoe sets out a process you as a finance professional can follow if you're feeling overwhelmed with what's happening right now and all of the demands on your time. She recommends simplifying, focusing on just a few...
Episode 8 - How we can become trusted advisers to our clients
April 10, 2020 13:48 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBWe're all being told that as bookkeepers we should adapt and start to provide advisory services, but what does that look like? This week, Jo shares exactly how she's working with her clients to provide the support they need. It's not just about being a great bookkeeper, it's also about helping them get back to basics to think of new strategies for developing their businesses, and having a niche, helps her know her clients' industry and ask the right questions even more. If you enjoy our podc...
Episode 7 - How to run a virtual bookkeeping practice
April 01, 2020 17:17 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MB01/04/2020 We've all been forced to suddenly work remotely, but Jo's been running her bookkeeping practice - Jo Wood Virtual FD - since she started up. Here Jo shares her experience and gives us her tips and tricks for running a virtual bookkeeping practice. This week we also follow up on our book of the month for March, The 4 Hour Work Week by Tim Ferris which also has some great ideas for systemising your business. Find out more about us at :www.6figurebookkeeper.com Join our free Faceboo...
Episode 6 - Professional Bodies and how we can support our clients during the COVID-19 pandemic
March 25, 2020 00:00 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MB25/03/2020 This week Jo and Zoe talk about professional bodies and the support they're receiving from them as they work through the fallout of the pandemic so far. They discuss the ways in which they're supporting their clients through video and social media. Find out more about us at :www.6figurebookkeeper.com Join our free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6figurebookkeeper/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/6figurebookkeeper HMRC's COVID-19 resources: https...
Breakfast with the 6 Figure Bookkeeper - Episode 6
March 25, 2020 00:00 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MB25/03/2020 This week Jo and talk about our professional bodies and the support they're receiving from them as they work through the fallout of the pandemic so far. They discuss the ways in which they're supporting their clients through video and social media. Find out more about us at :www.6figurebookkeeper.com Join our free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6figurebookkeeper/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/6figurebookkeeper HMRC's COVID-19 resources: https...
Breakfast with the 6 Figure Bookkeeper - Episode 5
March 21, 2020 00:00 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MB21/03/2020 An extra episode this week to respond the the fast moving government measures being announced. Jo and Zoe are talking honestly about how COVID-19 is affecting their bookkeeping businesses. They look at the Chancellor of the Exchequer's March 20th announcement of funding for business, the grants, loans and benefits available for businesses being hit by the impact on the economy. Find out more about us at :www.6figurebookkeeper.com Join our free Facebook group: https://www.faceboo...
Episode 5 - Our response to the government support for small businesses
March 21, 2020 00:00 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MB21/03/2020 An extra episode this week to respond the the fast moving government measures being announced. Jo and Zoe are talking honestly about how COVID-19 is affecting their bookkeeping businesses. They look at the Chancellor of the Exchequer's March 20th announcement of funding for business, the grants, loans and benefits available for businesses being hit by the impact on the economy. Find out more about us at :www.6figurebookkeeper.com Join our free Facebook group: https://www.faceboo...
Breakfast with the 6 Figure Bookkeeper - Episode 4
March 18, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MB18/03/2020 This week Jo and Zoe talk about the fall out of COVID19 and the measures which are being put in place to support small businesses. Find out more about us at :www.6figurebookkeeper.com Join our free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6figurebookkeeper/ Learn about 12 Months to 6 Figures www.6figurebookkeeper.com/course Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/6figurebookkeeper HMRC's COVID-19 resources: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-e...
Episode 4 - Support for small businesses
March 18, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MB18/03/2020 This week Jo and Zoe talk about the fall out of COVID19 and the measures which are being put in place to support small businesses. Find out more about us at :www.6figurebookkeeper.com Join our free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/6figurebookkeeper/ Learn about 12 Months to 6 Figures www.6figurebookkeeper.com/course Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/6figurebookkeeper HMRC's COVID-19 resources: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-e...