79. Stop Feeling Shame for Being Overqualified as a Bookkeeper

I was inspired to record this episode based on an application I received for one of my programs, and I think it's an important topic to hit upon. Someone wrote that a reason they were hesitant to start a bookkeeping business is because, as a CPA, they felt funny about what people would think about them stepping into a lower-level accounting role. Interesting, right? After some crowdsourced research, though, I found that a lot of people had this same worry and, let's call it like we see it, shame around a bookkeeping business as a CPA. I am super proud of my business, so this seemed foreign to me, and I wanted to take some time to address what is a common feeling. Here's what I touch on in the episode: The Need to Defend Your Decision Stop Seeking External Validation I hope that if you're someone who's felt shame around their bookkeeping business, this episode really helps you to step away from that and to stop seeking external validation. Having a business that affords you the ability to build a life you love is something to take pride in, and that's definitely what I want for each person that I work with.  If you have enjoyed this episode of the podcast, take a screenshot, head on over to Instagram and share your IG stories and tag me, @orderlyaccountingbykatie.   CONNECT WITH KATIE: Website: https://www.katieferro.com/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/orderlyaccountingbykatie The Bookkeepers' Corner Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebookkeeperscorner/   EPISODE RESOURCES: Ready to take action? Apply for the program that's right for you: If you're looking for more insight on how to become a bookkeeper, and how to say hello to a more confident business model, enroll in Become A Bookkeeper (BABs): http://www.katieferro.com/become  Or, if you're confident in your skills as a bookkeeper and want to learn how to grow and scale your bookkeeping business, you can apply for Life By The Books™ (Libby): http://www.katieferro.com/life