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Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna

Deb Kilsheimer & Donna Reade

Where bookkeeping meets bold ideas, disruptive strategies with a whole lot of laughter. Donna with her genius in Systems, Processes, and Optimization and Debbie sharing Quick Wit, Funny Insights, Resolute Belief in people, break down what’s working - and what’s not. Unlock the brilliance behind every episode. Experience the heat, the laughs, and the hard truths of virtual bookkeeping—come see what actually works. Join us for the fire, the laughs, and the unfiltered truth about running a

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7:02

What You Put Out Is What You Get Back!

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/06/19

"I have a prospective client reach out to me for a new business they are starting. They do not want to use QBO. It's a service oriented business and he also has a house he rents out. No employees and will be an LLC. Can some advise on what will be a good alternative to QBO? The main reason is cost and they are hard to deal with."Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. Please consider

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9:51

Sit Down With Yourself

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/06/16

"I'm in a meeting with a potential client which will be my first. I'm not charging hourly and do not want to quote her my rate today. Any suggestions on what to say? Maybe give her a price range?"Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. Please consider donating or using these affiliate links. This will help us keep our Podcast Ad Free. We appreciate your support. Venmo for

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9:40

You Are In Charge!

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/06/12

"Do you ever feel like your client is trying to treat you like their catch all admin? Where and how do you draw the line?"Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. Please consider donating or using these affiliate links. This will help us keep our Podcast Ad Free. We appreciate your support. Venmo for Donations RightTool for QuickBooks Online - Promo Code - Donna20 QuickBooks

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30:47

I Hate Comingling!

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/06/09

I hate comingling! My new clean up clients wrote checks to themselves and in the memo it says materials/owners pay. I verified and the materials are paying themselves back for job supplies. How should I handle this? Should I go off what they say or should I require receipts?Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. Please consider donating or using these affiliate links. This will help us

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23:08

Find A Buddy

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/06/05

"Does having a remote work from home bookkeeping business really work? I'm trying to get all my ducks in a row. It is discouraging though. Any positive thoughts welcome."Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. Please consider donating or using these affiliate links. This will help us keep our Podcast Ad Free. We appreciate your support. Venmo for Donations RightTool for QuickBooks

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17:54

Separate Accounts for Payroll: Essential or Overkill?

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/06/02

"Are you suggesting that business owners have a separate bank account for payroll? If so, why?" Plus a lot of knowledge bombs around managing money. Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. Please consider donating or using these affiliate links. This will help us keep our Podcast Ad Free. We appreciate your support. Venmo for Donations RightTool for QuickBooks Online - Promo Code -

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10:03

Starting A Strong Bookkeeping Business

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/05/29

"I want to my own bookkeeping business I have no experience. Where do I start?"Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. Please consider donating or using these affiliate links. This will help us keep our Podcast Ad Free. We appreciate your support. Venmo for Donations RightTool for QuickBooks Online - Promo Code - Donna20 QuickBooks Online QuickBooks Online + Payroll Bookkeep Keeper Meow

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56:40

Bonus: Debbie & Donna sharing thoughts behind the scenes

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/05/27

Get a theuneditedbehind the scenes of what we talk about when we are not recording answers to your questions. We are recording everything so we can create Bonus Episodes when we are just talking between answering your questions. We have a lot of fun and you never know what we might say. Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. Please consider donating or using these affiliate links. This

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14:20

Payroll Price Wars

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/05/26

In this episode we answer the question:What are you all charging for payroll services? Potential client has 55 employees. Debra & Donna discuss their different approaches to managing payroll for clients in their bookkeeping businesses. As always they drop in some knowledge bombs too. Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. These are affiliate links and how we are funding our

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8:12

Pursue It or Let It Go!

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/05/22

"Have you ever used a Debt Collector?" Hear what Debbie & Donna say about moving through the world of trying to collect old debts. Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. These are affiliate links and how we are funding our Podcast. We appreciate your support. RightTool for QuickBooks Online - Promo Code - Donna20 QuickBooks Online QuickBooks Online + Payroll Bookkeep Keeper Meow

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16:44

Sales = Business

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/05/19

"Where you two always good at sales and charging high prices? If not, what did you do to improve that skill?" This question is one of the reasons why we started this podcast. Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. These are affiliate links and how we are funding our Podcast. We appreciate your support. RightTool for QuickBooks Online - Promo Code - Donna20 QuickBooks Online QuickBooks

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19:09

Beyond Numbers: Connecting With Your Clients

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/05/12

"I have a client that keep trying to schedule calls on my calendar regularly and I keep having to cancel the appointments because I just don't have time. I had to disable my calendar all together he also comes to me the CEO instead of scheduling with or asking his very seasoned bookkeeper." Listen how Debbie & Donna set boundaries with clients and more. Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can

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15:42

Trust Your Gut!

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/05/05

"I have a PITA client and I refunded them all their bookkeeping fees for 2023. Can I delete all the work product in QuickBooks before turning over their account?" Here how Debbie & Donna deal with PITA clients. Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. These are affiliate links and how we are funding our Podcast. We appreciate your support. RightTool for QuickBooks Online - Promo Code

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12:58

Understand Your Prospects’ Accounting Software Before...

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/04/28

"My new client uses QuickBooks Desktop and sent me the accountant file to work on a long term clean up. I mistakenly thought I could use this with accountant online but that doesn't seem to be true. Does anyone have solutions for doing this affordably? I am working on a limited scope fixed fee hourly bundle before I prepare full estimate so I don't want buy brand now 2023/2024 software if this doesn't pan out." Listen to what Debbie & Donna have to say about bringing on client who use

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29:21

Bonus Episode: Opportunity Comes With Change

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/04/28

Get a the unedited behind the scenes of what we talk about when we are not recording answers to your questions. We are recording everything so we can create Bonus Episodes when we are just talking between answering your questions. We have a lot of fun and you never know what we might say. Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. These are affiliate links and how we are funding our

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24:04

Difficult Clients: Is It Them or Is It You?

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/04/26

“I am dealing with an extremely difficult client that insists he knows accounting more than me and my team and every 5 seconds wants something recategorized.” Debbie & Donna provide insights on how they handle clients who are constantly getting in the way and really causing you pain. Check out the software, apps & training we use in our Bookkeeping Businesses daily, trust the creators and content so that we can recommend. These are affiliate links and how we are funding our

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22:32

Here We Go!

Bookkeepers On Fire with Deb & Donna ·

2024/03/24

Debbie & Donna tackle this question: "My first client just reached out to my just started business. He is asking via email my hourly rate without providing any information about the work load. All he said is I am looking for someone to help me get caught up with my books for the past couple of years and help with future monthly reconciliations. His business is a service based business. What is your suggestion? Also if I have to stick to an hourly rate, what is a reasonable hourly rate

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