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The Better Bookkeeper Show

Lynn Talbott
Bookkeeping
Quickbooks Online
Pricing
Accounts Receivable
Hiring
Exit Strategy
Cash Flow
Niche Specialization
Balance Sheet
Leadership
Bookkeeping Cleanup
Niching
Branding
Quickbooks
Mentoring
Marketing For Bookkeepers
Discovery Calls
Quickbooks Online Accountant
Why (motivation)
Joshua Stiebens

Starting a bookkeeping business can sometimes be… a little scary.

You might be new to working for yourself, or you might have been winging it for a while? Maybe you've got a little side hustle bookkeeping business going on... but now you're ready to get down to business.

Either way, you don’t have to go through it alone! I’m Lynn Talbott, and I scaled and sold a seven-figure bookkeeping business,... more

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What is your bookkeeping firm actually worth?

Most bookkeepers don't know and many don't think about business valuation until they're ready to sell.

But understanding what makes your bookkeeping business valuable isn't only about preparing for an e... more

What does a typical day really look like for a work-from-home bookkeeper?

In Part 2 of our Day in the Life of a Bookkeeper conversation, Lynn Talbott continues her interview with Ashley Lamar Morris of Purrrfect Bookkeeping to explore the routines, ... more

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You don't have to build a huge bookkeeping firm to build a successful bookkeeping business.

In this episode, Lynn Talbott talks with Ashley Lamar Morris, owner of Purrrfect Bookkeeping, about what it really looks like to run a bookkeeping business f... more

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Every bookkeeping client isn't worth saying yes to.

In this episode, Lynn shares one of the biggest lessons she learned from building—and eventually selling—a successful bookkeeping firm: choosing the right clients is essential to building a profita... more

Pricing is one of the biggest challenges for new—and even experienced—bookkeepers.

In Part 2 of the Profit Truths series, Lynn Talbott and Marika dive into one of the most important drivers of profitability: pricing your bookkeeping services correct... more

Why do so many bookkeepers work 40–50 hours a week but still feel like they're not making enough money?

In this first episode with CPA and Profit Truths founder Marika Ponton, Lynn Talbott explores the financial habits that separate profitable bookk... more

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What happens when your bookkeeping business outgrows you?

In this episode, Lynn Talbott welcomes Cheryl Blazej back to the show to discuss one of the biggest challenges firm owners face: letting go of daily bookkeeping work and stepping into the rol... more

In Part 2 of this conversation, Lynn Talbott and Ashley Lamar Morris dive deeper into the bookkeeping services and clients new bookkeepers should avoid when first starting out.

They discuss:

* why payroll can quickly become overwhelming,

* the h... more

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Marika Ponton
CPA and founder of Profit Truths
Profit Truths
Episode: Why Bookkeepers Work Hard But Still Don't Make Money | Bookkeeper Interview with Marika Ponton (Part 1)
Ashley Lamar Morris
From Perfect Bookkeeping, guest on the episode
Perfect Bookkeeping
Episode: What Services Should New Bookkeepers Offer First? (Part 1) | Bookkeeper Interview with Ashley Lamar Morris
Cheryl Blazej
Owner of Blazej Accounting, emphasized as guest introducing her growth story
Blazej Accounting
Episode: Scaling a Bookkeeping Business: Hiring, Systems & Advisory (Part 2) | Bookkeeper Interview
Joshua Stiebens
Owner of The Bearded Bookkeeper; niche expert in trust accounting for attorneys
The Bearded Bookkeeper
Episode: From Generic Bookkeeper to Memorable Brand: Niching, Branding & Clients
Nancy McClelland
The Dancing Accountant, CPA, founder of the Dancing Accountant and host of She Counts podcast
Dancing Accountant
Episode: You Don’t Have to Know Everything to Succeed in Bookkeeping
Laura Strobel
Owner of Village & Vine Consulting
Village & Vine Consulting
Episode: When to Leave Your W-2 and Start Your Bookkeeping Business
Joe Denner
Leadership coach and trainer
Episode: Are You Running Your Business or Is It Running You?
Ronna-Renee Jackson
Coach, LaunchPoint Leadership; leadership development expert
LaunchPoint Leadership
Episode: 6 Signs It’s Time to Find a Mentor
Stacey Nolan
Marketing assistant and creative collaborator
Episode: Win Clients Without Burning Out: Marketing Tips for Bookkeepers

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Lynn Talbott
Host of The Better Bookkeeper Show; scaled and sold a seven-figure bookkeeping business.
Ashley LaMar-Morris
Co-host and former employee of Lynn, now running Purrrfect Bookkeeping LLC; involved in training circles and coaching programs.

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Confident Discovery Calls: A 5-Step Framework for Bookkeepers
Q: How should a bookkeeper handle pricing during the Discovery Call?
Avoid giving prices until you've reviewed the client's books; present a package (e.g., 10 hours for $1,000) and follow up with a detailed quote after assessing the file.
Confident Discovery Calls: A 5-Step Framework for Bookkeepers
Q: What is Ashley's method for preparing for a sales call?
She prepares by defining the types of clients she wants, setting a time box, and using a Google Doc with a dedicated questions page plus another for notes, ensuring she captures the client's story and goals.
From Bookkeeper to CEO: How to Scale Your Firm with Cheryl Blazej
Q: The bookkeeper who's afraid to let go is really afraid of what?
Giving up their power and letting go of control; embracing trust in the team and letting them take ownership is essential for growth.
From Bookkeeper to CEO: How to Scale Your Firm with Cheryl Blazej
Q: What do you wish new bookkeepers knew about this transition?
Pricing is a major factor; many start too low and don't price for the level of service and capability the firm can offer as it scales.
From Bookkeeper to CEO: How to Scale Your Firm with Cheryl Blazej
Q: What is the biggest myth about being a CEO of a bookkeeping firm?
The belief that you can never take time off or have a life outside of doing books; leadership requires redefining responsibilities and creating scalable processes.

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This show centers on building and growing a bookkeeping practice in sustainable, practical ways. Episodes frequently cover service strategy for solo bookkeepers and small firms, pricing and hiring, workflow optimization, and transitioning from hands-on bookkeeping to advisory leadership. Listeners can expect candid guidance on niching, client selection, leveraging partnerships with CPAs, and developing scalable systems that enable growth without burnout. A recurring emphasis is on turning technical skills into a value-based offering, with actionable frameworks for onboarding, month-end processes, and proactive client communications that build long-term relationships. Notable throughlines include the shift from operator to advisor, the impor... more

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