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Brisbane
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Accounting Software
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Brisbane, Australia
Bookkeeping Industry
Franchise Business Model

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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With over 20 years experience in the franchise industry, Vicki Crawley-Prout is the latest addition to First Class Accounts. In a few short weeks she has developed a strong admiration for the company and has a wealth of knowledge to share. In this ep... more

A self-confessed workaholic, Jo French clearly enjoys being busy. With her First Class franchise sitting alongside other ventures, she loves the flexibility the business model gives her. While she's in no rush to pull back her work, she's slowly star... more

Happily for Akanksha Maheshwari it is possible to enjoy an improved life balance when starting a new venture alongside a young family. While the working hours may shift around a little and the challenges are many and varied, overall the move has been... more

Having held senior roles within the Armed Forces, Mark Nolan knew a great deal about commitment to service and how to support people in difficult situations. For the past 8 years he has supported a small team of clients, keeping very close tabs on th... more

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Recent Guests

Vicki Crawley-Prout
Franchise recruitment professional with extensive experience in franchising and business development
First Class Accounts
Episode: Look who just joined the team!
Jo French
Bookkeeper/Franchisee with First Class Accounts
First Class Accounts
Episode: When you run a small suite of businesses
Akanksha Maheshwari
Franchise bookkeeping professional
First Class Accounts (Perth Scarborough)
Episode: Does the mix of a young family and a new business bring renewed life balance?
Mark Nolan
Owner of First Class Accounts Browns Plains, Australia
First Class Accounts
Episode: How a career in the Army set the scene for this business
Peter Morgan
Franchisee, First Class Accounts Marooka
First Class Accounts
Episode: Buying a First Class franchise really got this business going
Mary Hackett
Franchise owner at First Class Accounts, based on the Sunshine Coast
First Class Accounts
Episode: How it can work when you buy an established business
Victoria Wilkinson
Owner/operator of a bookkeeping business in Botswana, aligned with First Class Accounts
First Class Accounts / Botswana Franchise
Episode: How working in a different time-zone can help your business
Abbey Vu
Franchisee in Point Cook, Melbourne; former corporate finance professional
First Class Accounts
Episode: "When I'm uncomfortable, I know I'm on the right track"
Hetal Lakdawala
Franchise owner, First Class Accounts
First Class Accounts
Episode: A new Mum in a new country with a new business

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Robert Gerrish
Host of The Business of Bookkeeping; founder connections with Flying Solo and Rekindle podcast; frequently presents content centered on franchised bookkeeping and small-business growth.

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Does the mix of a young family and a new business bring renewed life balance?
Q: What does the future look like for your business?
Growing aggressively with a larger team, expanding services as a trusted advisor, and maintaining flexible hours to prioritize family life.
Does the mix of a young family and a new business bring renewed life balance?
Q: What has the franchise provided that helped your balance and growth?
Structured support, ongoing training, access to a community of peers, and non-competitive collaboration that accelerates learning and client service.
Does the mix of a young family and a new business bring renewed life balance?
Q: How did you decide to move from IT and mining consultancy into bookkeeping?
A combination of personal burnout, a desire for more time with family, and recognizing that her bookkeeping skills could scale within a supportive franchise framework.
Look who just joined the team!
Q: How does First Class Accounts support new franchisees in the early weeks?
New franchisees are paired with a business coach for 13 weeks, plus marketing support and social media assistance to help them start and grow steadily.
Look who just joined the team!
Q: How important is networking and marketing for a new franchisee?
Networking is essential but should be approached with the system in mind: use a dedicated business coach, a marketing coordinator, and gradual, tangible marketing steps rather than overpromising.

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- The show centers on First Class Accounts' network and its ecosystem, exploring how bookkeeping businesses are started, scaled, and operated within a franchise framework. Episodes often feature franchise owners and practitioners sharing practical steps for building client bases, leveraging technology, and delivering advisory services to small businesses. Common threads include work-life balance, flexible or remote work, growth strategies within a franchise network, and the role of community, training, and networking in sustaining a bookkeeping practice. A notable strength is the practical, experience-driven guidance from practitioners who've navigated transitions from corporate roles or early-career paths into ownership, often highlighting... more

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2. Jo French
3. Akanksha Maheshwari
4. Mark Nolan
5. Peter Morgan
6. Mary Hackett
7. Victoria Wilkinson
8. Abbey Vu

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