“Define your customer first. I only want to work with people who understand that accounting is important to their business.”
-Debra Kilsheimer
Debra Kilsheimer, owner of Behind the Scenes Financial Services, shares her journey from growing up in an accounting household to running a modern, client-focused bookkeeping business. She discusses the power of flat-rate pricing, building strong client relationships and how embracing technology can transform your business plus much more!
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Check out her YouTube channel at this link.
Time Stamp
01:05 - Debra’s journey into accounting
04:31 - Early career struggles & leaving CPA firms
08:51 - Building a thriving firm with a focus on forward-looking financial strategies
12:06 - Becoming a QuickBooks Pro Advisor
19:31 - Defining the ideal client & pricing strategies
25:46 - Embracing technology & efficiency
30:05 - Work-Life balance & boundaries
42:00 - Where to find Debra
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