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Hey ambitious bookkeepers! In this episode, I'm getting real about my "accidental" start in accounting and why NOW is always the best time to start your bookkeeping business. I'm sharing my journey from elementary education major to single mom working at a health food co-op, all the way to building my own virtual bookkeeping firm while raising kids. Spoiler alert: success doesn't require a perfect plan!

In this episode you’ll hear:

• How I got into accounting
• The exact steps I took to transition from corporate controller to freelance bookkeeper
• Lessons I learned the hard way so you don’t have to
• and much more!

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• The Bookkeeping Business Accelerator
• 🎙️ Should you get your CPA license? - Not sure if getting your CPA license is the right step for you? Listen to this episode!

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For more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:

• Visit our website: ambitiousbookkeeper.com
• Follow the Blog: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog
• Connect on Instagram: instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper
• Connect on LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/SerenaShoup
• Connect on Facebook: Facebook.com/serenashoupcpa

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• Descript (affiliate link)
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In this episode, I'm sharing one of my most game-changing strategies - my Sunday evening planning ritual. If you're feeling overwhelmed juggling kids, home life, and building your business, this 15-20 minute weekly practice will help you take back control of your time and align your week with what truly matters.

In this episode you’ll hear:

• How to implement a Sunday planning ritual
• The exact tools I use
• How I organize my entire week in under 20 minutes
• My secret methodology for finding 20 extra hours in your week when you're building a side hustle while working full-time

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Passion Planner Sample Pages
• Passion Planner (affiliate link)

Thanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me @ambitiousbookkeeper

For more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:

• Visit our website: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com
• Follow the Blog: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog
• Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper
• Connect on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ambitiousbookkeeper
• Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/serenashoupcpa

Thank you for your support of our show. If you haven’t left a review yet it’s super simple. Please go to ambitiousbookkeeper.com/podcast and leave your review.

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• Editing → Sabr Media LLC: https://www.iangilliam.com/sabr-media-llc
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• Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1753696 (affiliate link)

Join the Bookkeeping Biz Workshops for just $37 HERE>

Grab the Spotify Playlists here: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/spotify

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In this episode, I had an incredibly insightful conversation with Robin J. Emdon, author of "GetResultsology - The Science of Getting Stuff Done" and a productivity coach who specializes in helping people overcome procrastination. In this conversation Robin dives deep into the psychology behind why we procrastinate and provides concrete strategies to break free from it.

In this episode you’ll hear:

• The neuroscience behind procrastination
• The three neurotransmitters you need to get into your groove
• Why external accountability is crucial
• Strategies for tackling boring work that still needs to get done

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• "GetResultsology - The Science of Getting Stuff Done" - Free PDF download at reallyusefultips.com
• Five Day Productivity Challenge - Free 5-day video series (10 minutes/day) at skyrocketyourproductivitychallenge.com

Meet Robin

Robin J. Emdon is an accountability coach and creator of the GetResultsology® System. His journey started in his family’s retail business, but he soon realised his true passion was empowering others. In 2001, he trained as a life coach in the U.S., which led him to specialise in accountability coaching.

During the 2020 pandemic, Robin faced his own challenge with procrastination despite years of coaching experience. Determined to find a solution, he developed the GetResultsology® System to help others and himself.

Based in South Devon, England, Robin helps clients all over the world boost their income and profits by achieving extraordinary results through accountability coaching. In his spare time, he enjoys sharing his passion for local history.

Connect with Robin

🌐 Main Website: getresultsology.com

💼 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinjemdon/

📱 Instagram: @robinjemdon https://www.instagram.com/robinjemdon/

🎙️ Goalbusters Podcast: https://getresultsology.com/podcast/

Thanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me @ambitiousbookkeeper

For more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:

• Visit our website: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com
• Follow the Blog: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog
• Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambitiousbookkeeper
• Connect on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ambitiousbookkeeper
• Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/serenashoupcpa

Thank you for your support of our show. If you haven’t left a review yet it’s super simple. Please go to ambitiousbookkeeper.com/podcast and leave your review.

Podcast Publishing Tools we use:

• Editing → Sabr Media LLC:

Join the Bookkeeping Biz Workshops for just $37 HERE>

Grab the Spotify Playlists here: ambitiousbookkeeper.com/spotify