{"podcast":{"title":"Get Comfy with Numbers | Making Bookkeeping & QuickBooks Easy for Female Entrepreneurs, Bookkeeping for Small Business","slug":"get-comfy-with-numbers-making-bookkeeping-quickbooks-easy-for-female-entrepreneurs-bookkeeping-for-small-business-6617194","podcast_index_feed_id":6617194,"rss_url":"https://feeds.libsyn.com/486543/rss","website_url":"https://erikamillard.com/","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/8/8/5/0/88508f9f1608373d16c3140a3186d450/4_1.png","author":"Erika Millard, Founder & Bookkeeper","episode_count":126,"summary":"Hey bestie! Welcome to the Get Comfy with Numbers podcast! I'm Erika Millard - Founder of Bookkeeping with Erika, Bookkeeping Expert, and your go-to gal for helping you finally feel confident about your business finances. Whether you're here to set up, clean up, or take bookkeeping completely off your plate, you're in the right place. And if you're feeling a little sweaty and nervous just reading this? You're definitely in the right place. 😉 This podcast is for female business owners who want to stop avoiding their numbers and start understanding them. You don't need to become a spreadsheet whiz or love math - you just need someone to make it simple (hi 👋, that's me!). Inside each episode, we'll break down: - How to set up smart, streamlined bookkeeping systems - What it means to have \"clean\" books and how to get there - The most common QuickBooks mistakes (and how to fix them) - Real ways to prepare for tax time without tears - And how to use your numbers to make confident business decisions You'll also hear stories from my clients and guests who have gone from overwhelmed to in control, with just a little help from their bookkeeping bestie. 🎧 Plus, don't forget to grab my FREE Q…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-01T00:17:20.607071+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/get-comfy-with-numbers-making-bookkeeping-quickbooks-easy-for-female-entrepreneurs-bookkeeping-for-small-business-6617194"},"episode":{"title":"112 Which QuickBooks Plan Do You Actually Need? (Simple Guide for Business Owners)","slug":"112-which-quickbooks-plan-do-you-actually-need-simple-guide-for-business-owners","published_at":"2026-03-31T11:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/get-comfy-with-numbers-making-bookkeeping-quickbooks-easy-for-female-entrepreneurs-bookkeeping-for-small-business-6617194/112-which-quickbooks-plan-do-you-actually-need-simple-guide-for-business-owners","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/get-comfy-with-numbers-making-bookkeeping-quickbooks-easy-for-female-entrepreneurs-bookkeeping-for-small-business-6617194","url":"https://cfbf7502-de72-49ca-bcdc-5c54676d7e35.libsyn.com/which-quickbooks-plan-do-you-actually-need-simple-guide-for-business-owners","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/cfbf7502-de72-49ca-bcdc-5c54676d7e35/EM112.mp3?dest-id=4148277","summary":"Feeling overwhelmed by all the QuickBooks options? You're not alone. In this episode, we break it all down in a simple, no-stress way so you can confidently choose the right plan—without overpaying or overcomplicating your bookkeeping. ✨ What You'll Learn: The real first decision: QuickBooks Online vs Desktop Why QuickBooks Online is the best choice for most small business owners When Desktop actually makes sense (and when it doesn't) 🚫 Why you should avoid QuickBooks Self-Employed A simple breakdown of each QuickBooks Online plan: Simple Start (best place to begin) Essentials (when you need bill tracking) Plus (for deeper insights + budgeting) Advanced (for larger teams) 💡 The truth about recurring invoices (and why you probably don't need to upgrade for them anymore) 💡 The truth about budgeting features (and when they actually matter) 🎯 Key Takeaways: Start simpler than you think More features ≠ easier bookkeeping Most service-based businesses will do great with Simple Start Upgrade only when your business actually needs it—not \"just in case\" ⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid: Choosing a higher plan too soon Starting with Self-Employed Sticking with Desktop just because it feels familiar Expecting software to fix messy books 💗 Bestie Truth: QuickBooks has made its lower-tier plans more powerful—don't let all the options pressure you into overcomplicating things. 📩 Next Steps: Not sure which plan fits your business? That's exactly what I help with. Send me a DM or book a free \"Next Steps\" session to get personalized guidance. Here are the ways we can connect: Take Home Target https://erikamillard.com/takehometarget Free QuickBooks Next Steps Session call https://portal.erikamillard.com/public/appointment-scheduler/6814fec8e03a2f003a29c5f1/schedule Happy Bookkeeping!","meta_description":"Feeling overwhelmed by all the QuickBooks options? You're not alone. 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