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Untie the Knot

Untie the Knot

If you feel like everything in your bookkeeping business runs through you…it’s not just a feeling. It’s a bottleneck. You’re the one...

Ron Bester · Mar 24, 2026, 7:46:44 AM
I'll Be Happy When

I'll Be Happy When

“I’ll be happy when I get more clients.” “I’ll be happy when I hit my revenue goal.” “I’ll be happy when things finally calm down.” Sound...

Ron Bester · Mar 23, 2026, 7:44:14 AM
Look After the Nickels and Dimes

Look After the Nickels and Dimes

Look after the nickels and dimes — and the dollars will look after themselves. It’s easy for business owners to focus on the big numbers:...

Ron Bester · Mar 18, 2026, 7:47:45 AM
The Curious Thing About Curiosity

The Curious Thing About Curiosity

One of the most powerful skills a bookkeeper can have isn’t technical. It’s curiosity. Curious bookkeepers don’t just record transactions....

Ron Bester · Mar 17, 2026, 8:03:59 AM
Be your Biggest Cheerleader

Be your Biggest Cheerleader

Bookkeepers spend a lot of time supporting everyone else. You help business owners stay organized. You help them understand their numbers....

Ron Bester · Mar 16, 2026, 8:16:35 AM
Your Exit Strategy Starts Today

Your Exit Strategy Starts Today

Most bookkeepers think about an exit strategy years down the road. But the truth is - your exit strategy isn’t something you start when...

Ron Bester · Mar 10, 2026, 8:13:23 PM

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