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5 Common Bookkeeping Errors (and How to Fix Them) w/ Leeroy Beeby

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In this episode of “Building the Premier Accounting Firm,” host Roger Knecht interviews Leeroy Beeby, co-founder of Level, about his journey from accounting professional to tech entrepreneur. They explore the importance of niching down, leveraging technology, and prioritizing client relationships in building a

Key Takeaways:

Niche Down: Specialize in a specific industry to offer tailored services and gain a competitive edge. 🎯
Embrace Technology: Adopt software and AI tools to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and standardize operations. ⚙️
Prioritize Quality Assurance: Implement robust quality assurance measures to minimize errors and maintain service excellence. ✅
Build Strong Partnerships: Cultivate symbiotic relationships with complementary businesses to expand reach and referral networks.🤝
Focus on Client Retention: Price services effectively, monitor client growth, and proactively address changing needs to maximize client retention. 📈

Featured Quotes:

Leeroy Beeby “If I picture my life when I’m 60 and I look back at it…would I have regretted that decision?”
Leeroy Beeby “Hiring slow is very important. Testing for the skills that you’re hiring for is incredibly important too.”

Behind the Story:

Leroy Beebe’s entrepreneurial journey began with witnessing his parents’ financial struggles as small business owners. This inspired him to pursue accounting, leading him to KPMG, Bermuda, and eventually Canada. His experience scaling a construction-specific accounting firm revealed a critical need for better quality assurance, which ultimately led to the creation of Level, an error detection software designed to streamline bookkeeping processes and empower accounting professionals.

Conclusion:

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