30. Bookkeeping Basics for Small Business Owners with Erika Millard
Description
Erika Millard, a Bookkeeping Coach who loves teaching female business owners how to manage their own books & actually understand numbers in order to make smart business decisions, reshapes the narrative around financial management.
Her perspective, forged by addressing common negative experiences in the financial industry, centers on making bookkeeping accessible and transformative. She actively demystifies misconceptions and financial jargon, fostering a safe space for questions. For those starting DIY bookkeeping, Erika advises the initial use of a spreadsheet and recommends transitioning to accounting software like QuickBooks or Xero as businesses grow.
Choosing accounting software involves considerations of features, ease of use, and professional support availability. Erika's emphasis on consistent bookkeeping as a habit underscores its power in informed decision-making and business success.
Episode highlights:
📊 Explore turning bookkeeping into an empowering tool for business growth.
🔄 Navigate the transition from simple spreadsheets to advanced accounting software.
🤔 Compare popular options like Wave, QuickBooks, and Xero for the perfect fit.
🚀 Uncover the transformative power of regular bookkeeping on business decision-making and personal confidence.
Click for a full transcript of the show here!
RESOURCES:
Get Comfy with Numbers Podcast
Grab Erika’s Bookkeeping Checklist for free!
Accounting softwares to check out: QuickBooks, Xero, and Wave
Christy Wright’s Podcast: Get Your Hopes Up
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