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September 24, 2025 22 mins

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Hey there! In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly what you actually need to start your bookkeeping business - no fluff, just the tactical stuff that matters. As someone who accidentally started my bookkeeping business as a side hustle to motherhood and now mentors other bookkeepers, I'm sharing the five non-negotiables that will set you up for success from day one.

In this episode you’ll hear:

  • The complete education and experience foundation you need
  • All the paperwork and compliance stuff nobody talks about
  • How to actually get paid
  • The exact documents you need to ask every client for during onboarding
  • My honest take on pricing

Resources mentioned in this episode:

  • Become a Bookkeeper
  • Akadian Accounting Education
  • Relay Bank
  • Xero
  • Pricing for Profit
  • All Minicourses → Store

For experienced bookkeepers & accountants:

Learn how to start your bookkeeping business in The Bookkeeping Business Accelerator® >>

Grab my FREE Start your Bookkeeping Biz Checklist >>

Grab my FREE New Client Onboarding Templates >>

For new bookkeepers:

Learn the fundamental accounting skills in Katie Ferro's Become a Bookkeeper >>

For online course creators:

Become a client at my firm, Of Course Financial >>

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