The Stay-At-Home Bookkeeper Academy Podcast
Welcome to "The Stay At Home Bookkeeper Academy Podcast"!
The Bookkeeper Academy Podcast is where real people rewrite their futures — one honest conversation at a time.
Whether you’re burned out from your 9–5, craving more flexibility, dreaming of owning your own business, or simply looking for a career path that gives you control of your time and your income… you’re in the right place.
Each episode pulls back the curtain on what it actually takes to build a profitable, flexible bookkeeping business from scratch — even with zero experience. You’ll hear from mentors who built six-figure freedom-based businesses, guest experts who’ve helped thousands of bookkeepers succeed, and everyday entrepreneurs who turned “I hope I can” into “I can’t believe I did.”
We talk about the things most people avoid: doubt, overwhelm, starting over, imposter syndrome, and what to do when life feels heavy but you know you’re meant for more. And yes — we also dig into the practical stuff: finding clients, shifting your mindset, building confidence, and taking the very first step.
The Stay-At-Home Bookkeeper Academy Podcast
From MLM Fails to Bookkeeper Wins: Alicia Porter’s Guide to Starting Messy and Staying Authentic
Ever wondered what it really takes to start (and stick with) your own bookkeeping business—especially when the odds feel stacked against you? In today’s episode of the Podcast, Deanna Rogers and Emily Kern sit down with Alicia Porter: former “serial side hustler,” current mentor, and real-life proof that betting on yourself can change everything.
Deanna Rogers and Emily Kern dig deep with Alicia about what pushed her to leave an unfulfilling job, the failed MLMs and three-month businesses that came before bookkeeping, and the surprising grit it took to build something real—with zero support at home, two kids, and a lot of late nights. Alicia shares the truth about learning as you go (yes, she googled what “reconcile” means), feeling like an imposter, and what finally made her realize, “I did this—this is my business.”
We’ll talk about:
- The biggest mistakes new business owners make with their books (and how to avoid them)
- Why personality and authenticity are just as important as numbers
- The emotional rollercoaster of betting on yourself, breaking old money mindsets, and building something for your family
- How AI (and all those QuickBooks automations) will—and won’t—change the industry
If you’re tired of feeling stuck, or scared to start over (again), this conversation is for you. You don’t need a fancy degree or a perfect track record—just the guts to take that next step and the community to back you up.
Stay tuned, get inspired, and if you’re curious about starting your own flexible bookkeeping business, book a free clarity call with us at Stay-at-Home Bookkeeper Academy. Let’s see what’s possible, together.
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