The Stay-At-Home Bookkeeper Academy Podcast

Let’s be honest—life as an entrepreneur (or dreamer, or caretaker, or just a regular human) isn’t always sunshine and spreadsheets. Sometimes it’s loss, grief, and the kinds of challenges you never see coming. In this episode, we sit down with Helen Brahms—a woman whose journey takes her from heartbreak and rock bottom to new adventures, daily triumphs, and yes, more sparkle than you’d think possi...

Let’s be honest — most of us didn’t imagine our dream life would involve staring at the same four walls every day. If you’re someone craving more freedom, more travel, and more connection with the people and places you love, this episode is for you. This week, we sit down with Shanta Mony, a travel pro who built her business while juggling a corporate job and raising a family. We talk real talk ab...

Let’s be real - building a business from scratch can feel like you’re stuck in a never-ending storm of busywork, overwhelm, and wearing every hat in the closet. If you’re someone who started your bookkeeping business for more freedom but now feel maxed out on time, energy, and sanity, this episode is for you. Today, we’re joined by Beejel Parmar, an expert in helping entrepreneurs escape the grind...

Let’s be honest - none of us grew up dreaming about running payroll or juggling receipts. What we did dream about? More freedom, more time with family, and the chance to carve our own path. Today on the Stay-at-Home Bookkeeper Podcast, we sit down with Jesse Jackson—a powerhouse entrepreneur who jumped from environmental engineering to software, and finally into owning eight (!) automotive shops,...

Let’s be real...most of us aren’t dreaming about “operations” when we wake up in the morning. But if you’re someone who wants more freedom, more time, and a business that won’t fall apart the second you step away, this episode is for you. Today, Belinda Ginter joins us to talk about how to break your business down to the basics—the studs, as she puts it—and rebuild with systems and delegation so y...

Today on the Stay at Home Bookkeeper Podcast, Bill and Deanna Rogers sit down with A.J. Yolofsky, a nationally recognized business and estate planning attorney, to break down what it really takes to protect the business you’re working so hard to build. We’re talking about how to set up a rock-solid foundation, avoid the most common mistakes new business owners make, and seriously level up the valu...

Let’s be honest - starting a business from scratch can feel pretty overwhelming, especially when you’re staring down a mountain of “shoulds” and feeling stuck in fear. If you’ve ever wondered how anyone actually finds joy, confidence, and momentum in those early days, this episode is for you. In this powerful conversation, Deanna Rogers and Emily Kern sit down with brand expert and serial entrepre...

Let’s face it—insurance isn’t the first thing most new business owners get excited about. But protecting your business matters, and understanding how to do it doesn’t have to be a snooze-fest. In this episode, we sit down with Nathan Glass, who brings a fresh perspective and a whole lot of heart, making insurance less intimidating and a lot more empowering for bookkeepers at every stage. If you’re...

Let’s be real—when you’re starting a business, “marketing” can sound expensive and overwhelming. But what if the best way to get noticed isn’t about big budgets or fancy funnels? In this episode, Deanna sits down with Rachel Smith and Dalton Joyner, two creative entrepreneurs who are all about thinking outside the box—especially when it comes to getting your name out there. You’ll hear how Rachel...

Let’s be real...sometimes life throws you a curveball, and suddenly the path you pictured for yourself is totally different. In this episode, we sit down with Scott Bell, a business coach who’s lived through dramatic life transitions - from the unexpected loss of a loved one to inheriting multiple businesses overnight, completely restructuring, scaling, and eventually selling them for more freedom...

Let’s be honest — figuring out marketing and new tech can feel a little daunting, especially if you’re shifting careers or building something fresh from scratch. But what if the secret is just being willing to say, “Sure, I’ll give it a go,” even if you’re not sure exactly how it’ll turn out? In this episode, we’re joined by Hannah Shea, our marketing program manager at the Stay-at-Home Bookkeeper...

Let’s be real—most of us have spent more time wondering “what if?” than dreaming about clocking in at some office for the rest of our lives. If you’re someone who wants more freedom, more flexibility, and work that actually fits your life, welcome to The Stay-at-Home Bookkeeper Podcast. In today’s episode, Emily and DeAnna get honest about one of the hardest—and most transformational—parts of star...

Welcome to the Stay At Home Bookkeeper podcast, where real stories about building freedom-based businesses take center stage! In this episode, Deanna Rogers sits down with her longtime friend and mentor, Kari Michelson, whose journey started as a child actress on a hit sitcom but led her to an impactful career as a speaker, consultant, and show host. Deanna Rogers and Kari Michelson dive into the...

Welcome back to the Stay At Home Bookkeeper podcast! In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on a game-changing topic that doesn’t get talked about enough—tax strategy—and what it really means for bookkeepers, business owners, and anyone building a freedom-based life. Deanna Rogers and Bill Rogers are joined by the powerhouse couple, Jim and Lorraine Conway, who have been working togeth...

Ever feel exhausted by your business, but not actually seeing the growth to match? You’re definitely not alone - and this episode is for you. On today’s Stay at Home Bookkeeper podcast, Emily Kern and Deanna Rogers dive into one of the biggest struggles work-from-home entrepreneurs face: the battle between busy work and true productivity. They get real about that hamster-wheel feeling - when every...

Ever wondered what it’s really like to build a business with your spouse, pivot when life throws you a curveball, or step into the world of bookkeeping—even if you’re not a numbers person? In this episode, Emily Kern and Deanna Rogers sit down with Tracy Rosenberry: business owner, Head of Education at the Stay At Home Bookkeeper Academy, and co-founder of Delightful Digits. You’ll hear the honest...

Ever feel like working from home is more chaotic than calm? On this episode of the Stay at Home Bookkeeper podcast, Emily Kern and Deanna Rogers get real about what it actually takes to manage your time and stay productive when your home is your office. They share the good, the bad, and the sometimes hilarious realities of juggling laundry, emails, family - oh, and building your own business, all...

Welcome back to the Stay at Home Bookkeeper podcast! In today’s episode, Deanna Rogers sits down with her friend and powerhouse entrepreneur Tamar Hermes, the founder of Women Growing Wealth. Tamar Hermes shares her journey from climbing the corporate ladder in television to building financial freedom through real estate investing and guiding other women to do the same. If you’ve ever wondered how...

Welcome back to the Stay at Home Bookkeeper podcast—where real talk meets real freedom . In this episode, Emily Kern and Deanna Rogers are breaking down the realities of work-from-home life, focusing on the power of a personalized morning routine. Forget the influencer-approved 5am hustle—this conversation gets honest about what it really takes to start your day on your own terms, whether that’s c...

Welcome back to the Stay-at-Home Bookkeeper podcast! In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really looks like to build a bookkeeping business from scratch - and why it’s so much more than just numbers. Emily Kern and Deanna Rogers sit down with Kristie Lawson, the powerhouse Student Success Coordinator at the Stay-at-Home Bookkeeper Academy, who shares her raw and inspiring...

On today’s episode of the Stay at Home Bookkeeper podcast, host Deanna Rogers sits down with marketing expert—and her longtime friend—James Lucente. If you’ve ever wondered how to start building your brand or get your bookkeeping business noticed online (even if you’re terrified of posting on social media), this conversation is for you. Together, they break down the real-life process of discoverin...

Are you ready to ditch the overwhelm and build a bookkeeping business that actually fits your life? In today’s episode of the Stay-at-Home Bookkeeper Academy podcast, host Deanna Rogers and mentor Bill Rogers sit down with Rob Hamilton, Head of Go-To-Market at Digits, for a conversation packed with practical insight, real talk about technology, and empowering advice for bookkeepers at every stage....

Welcome back to the Stay at Home Bookkeeper podcast - the place where real talk meets real freedom. Today, host Deanna Rogers sits down with her longtime friend and networking expert, Casey Eberhart, for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about building a business and a life you love. In this episode, Casey Eberhart unpacks how even the most introverted among us can become powerful connecto...

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 a...

Ready for some real talk about starting a bookkeeping business - and building a life you actually want? In this episode, Deanna Rogers and Emily Kern sit down with the inspiring Robbin McManne: mentor, owner of Back in Black Bookkeeping, and accidental bookkeeper turned mindset powerhouse. If you’ve ever dreamed of ditching the 9-to-5 grind, creating true freedom, and maybe even working alongside...