" You do not want a business that is entirely dependent on you. You want an independent running business."
-Ron Bester
Ron Bester, VP of Client Experience at Successful Bookkeeper Global, breaks down why so many bookkeepers feel buried in day-to-day work and how the SODA framework helps you reclaim time, reduce stress, and build a business that doesn't rely on you to survive.
In this episode, you'll learn…
- How to spot where your time is leaking & fix it
- Build simple systems that remove bottlenecks
- Use automation to cut repetitive tasks & free up hours
Connect with Ron on LinkedIn.
Time Stamp
00:00 – Why running a business is different from doing work you enjoy
03:00 – The common pitfalls small business owners face
07:00 – Why every business needs a plan, systems & an exit strategy
10:00 – Introduction to the SODA framework
12:00 – Systemize: building processes that create consistency
15:00 – Outsource: letting experts handle non-core work
17:00 – Delegate: breaking the "only I can do it" mindset
20:00 – Automate: using tech to remove repetitive tasks
23:00 – The biggest transformation bookkeepers experience with SODA
26:00 – Early wins & what shifts first
28:00 – Why most owners don't realize they are the bottleneck
30:00 – One small action you can take today
31:00 – How the SODA pre-checklist and intensive work
33:00 – Building a business that runs independently of you
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