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I've been getting this question for years, and since I'm now on YouTube and Xero keeps rolling out new features, it was time to give this topic a serious refresh. In this episode, I'm breaking down all the reasons why I am a hundred percent Xero firm and why I genuinely love this software. This is not sponsored (but yes, please use my affiliate link!). I'm just a bookkeeper who has seen what a mess the alternative can create, and I want you to understand what you could have instead.

In this episode you’ll hear:

• Why Xero's security and data integrity controls make it the smarter choice over QBO
• How Xero's reporting structure saves us massive time across our entire client roster
• The efficiency tools and automations that let us simplify pricing and serve high-volume clients without penalty
• The invoicing features and included extras that QBO actually charges you for (yes, really)

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Xero Partner Program (Affiliate Link): https://xeroamericas.partnerlinks.io/79afz10exu7d
• Relay Banking (Affiliate Link): https://relayfi.com?referralcode=ShoupCPA
• GoCardless (Affiliate Link): https://manage.gocardless.com/refer/us/serena/ygvg9o-amz

Videos linked in this episode:

• Xero | Modifying Chart of Accounts: https://youtu.be/NHZLjYx2FQw
• Xero | Reconcile Bank Accounts Pt 1: Match, Create, Transfer: https://youtu.be/D9CYOuAydac
• Xero | Reconcile Bank Accounts Pt2: Reconcile Period: https://youtu.be/5fnwMC_QUo0
• Hubdoc | Audit-Proof Your Business: https://youtu.be/vzSrPZOSJ3o

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This is a podcast update & what to expect here on the podcast for the month of April!

Check out this week’s YouTube Video >>

• The New Xero Partner Hub

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This one is a little different. One day in February I decided to vlog my day.. a sort of behind the scenes of my day. I wasn’t sure what I was going to use this footage for. And then… I was inspired a couple weeks ago (by the time this comes out) to write another BTS Newsletter. The two are **completely unrelated in topics—** combining the voice over of my Newsletter (unfiltered thoughts combined with a little education + provoking thoughts) with my random vlogging day.

I hope you enjoy… make sure you watch it on YouTube for the full effect.

In this episode you’ll hear:

• The audio version of Vol. 7. No more arbitrary price increases
• Audio of my check ins through out the day

WATCH ON YOUTUBE FOR THE FULL EXPERIENCE → subscribe while you’re there.

Subscribe to the Newsletter. I don’t sell in them. They are my own personal thoughts and musings as I build & grow my businesses. There will be typos. Half the time, I write them from my phone. Right when inspiration hits.

Thanks for listening. If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram stories and tag me @ambitiousbookkeeper

For more information about the Ambitious Bookkeeper Podcast or interest in our programs or mentoring visit our resources below:

• Visit our website: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com
• Follow the Blog: https://www.ambitiousbookkeeper.com/blog
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