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Bookkeeping
First Class Accounts
Covid-19
Client Relationships
Networking
Work-Life Balance
Small Business
Small Business Management
Remote Work
Business Planning
Accounting Software
Delegation
Community Service
New Year Goals
Business Growth
Chatgpt
Bookkeeping Industry
Franchise Business Model
Client Management
Financial Control

Meet members of First Class Accounts, Australia's largest bookkeeping network and learn how and why they got into the business and what they do to succeed. Presented by Robert Gerrish, Founder of Flying Solo and host of the Rekindle podcast.

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For Abbey Vu, the move to her own business came after a good deal of planning. She knew it was something she wanted to do, but with a successful career and a young son, the timing had to be just right. We talk to her a few months into her new busines... more

When Hetal Lakdawala started her business six years ago, she was faced with a number of challenges. Through perseverance and the support of both the First Class network and her local community, she won through. Today her business is running well and ... more

This year is a 'Happy 21st!' for Renae Pitargue and her First Class Accounts franchise. Having successfully created her ideal business, Renae is now able to step back from day-to-day client management and is enjoying her primary role of support perso... more

It's the classic small business trap, the 'too many eggs in one basket' scenario. Being aware of the problem is one thing, but it can be hard to avoid. In this podcast, Andrew Walker explains how in the midst of storms and flooding, his business appe... more

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Gary Jones
Franchise owner with extensive experience in the bookkeeping industry.
First Class Accounts
Episode: Ten years in and new options are on the table
Shaun Rafferty
Accountant with over 25 years of experience, now a bookkeeping franchisee
First Class Accounts
Episode: When it’s time to control your own destiny
Tracey Leak
Franchise business coach with over a decade of experience in First Class Accounts
First Class Accounts
Episode: How to make 2025 your best year yet
Yvonne Syme
Owner and operator of a bookkeeping business running for over 12 years
First Class Accounts
Episode: When the joy is in helping
Trudy Mendis
Owner of a bookkeeping practice in Carlingford, a suburb outside Sydney
First Class Accounts
Episode: Modelling a new way of working
Carl Zwartkruis
Franchisee of First Class Accounts with a focus on a small client base, providing tailored bookkeeping services.
First Class Accounts
Episode: Less clients, but with greater turnover
Serge Crismale
Owner of a bookkeeping business in Picton, NSW, with a background in corporate banking and extensive experience in networking and client relations.
First Class Accounts
Episode: The importance of face-to-face when business shifts to remote
Jana Aldhaibi
New business owner and accountant based in Sydney
First Class Accounts
Episode: A strong desire to get things moving

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Robert Gerrish
Founder of Flying Solo and an experienced host in the entrepreneurial space, known for engaging discussions around small business practices and bookkeeping.

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How new technology is impacting this business
Q: Do you think you'll be replaced by AI?
No, not at all. There's always that personal touch, and my clients value me as a person, not just as their bookkeeper.
How new technology is impacting this business
Q: What impressed you most in the last couple of years in terms of technology?
Jackie responds that she is particularly impressed with ChatGPT and uses it daily for various tasks in her business.
How new technology is impacting this business
Q: How has it shifted at all? Has it changed?
Jackie shares that she has never been at such a good place in her business, stating that she is currently at capacity.
How to ‘turn off’ while still supporting your clients
Q: What advice do you have for someone thinking about starting a business?
Never start off with a low rate; charge what you're worth and offer discounts as needed later.
How to ‘turn off’ while still supporting your clients
Q: What strategies do you use to grow your business today after 20 years?
She attends networking events and has shifted her mindset to focus on helping people, which has led to word-of-mouth referrals.

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Focusing on the diverse experiences of members within a major bookkeeping network, this podcast showcases various guests sharing their entrepreneurial journeys and insights gained from operating in the bookkeeping sector. Guests often discuss pivotal moments in their careers, such as transitioning from corporate positions to owning or franchising their businesses, the impacts of challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, and the evolving dynamics of client relationships. Notable themes include the integration of technology in bookkeeping, the significance of networking, work-life balance, and adapting to client needs. The podcast illuminates personal stories that not only inspire but also provide practical advice for aspiring bookkeepers and en... more

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1. Gary Jones
2. Shaun Rafferty
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