Bookgeeking

Welcome to Bookgeeking! Our mission is to make financial insight affordable to creative business owners of all budgets.

From bank reconciliation to cashflow management, we take care of the financial legwork so you can focus on running your business.

03/10/2024

BOOMers can be SO triggering can’t they! 💥

Before I get hate for being an ageist git, please hear me out. I’m not going on about that particular oft-bashed generation, but something completely different.

Picture the all-too-familiar scene in corporate Emily’s world. There I am, trying to fit in to a ‘fast-paced’ office environment and function just enough to ‘meet expectations’ before collapsing into a heap at home.💼 🛌 I’m getting in early and leaving late because I find that those couple of uninterrupted hours are the only time I get anything done. Then – BOOM! 💥

The colleague whose speaking voice is loud as HELL is walking in with her work bestie, the cackler. 👯‍♀️ 😆 They are genuinely lovely people but I cannot work around them, yet I am expected to do just that. Bye-bye productivity. Make way for elevated stress levels and frustration to the tune ‘well everyone else seems to manage just fine’, and ‘you don’t have a diagnosis that means that you NEED to wear headphones’.🙅‍♂️ 🎧

Being able to control my environment was the main driver in my decision to go self-employed, and I am doing so much better for it in many ways. The noises are still there, in the form of crowded networking events, BOOMers on public transport, and most recently a teething toddler. The difference now is that I am tuned in to what was bothering me all along – noise sensitivity, AND I am free to do something about it now.🎧 💆

Thank you SO much Rodgers for my birthday present, my Earplugs Thanks to my Quiet 2 earplugs, I can almost completely block out the really loud noises, and the Engage 2 ones take the edge off at events whilst helping me focus on the meaningful conversations I want to be having. I’m now able to experience sound at my volume and on my own terms. 🔉 😍

My only concern is that as a dyspraxic ‘adder herder’, I’m often misplacing things, and I’m slightly scared to be taking these out when replacing them could end up quite costly. Is anyone else in the same boat? any ideas aside from keeping them in their handy case? 👛

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30/09/2024

Don't get me wrong, I love what I do, but my GOODNESS there are some tedious parts of bookkeeping. Here's a handy list of things to help you get through it!

24/09/2024

⚠️ Deadline Alert! 🚨

The self-assessment registration deadline is fast approaching - 5 October 2024. If you started your self-employment journey recently and your first tax return will be for FY 2023-4 then do yourself a favour and at least check to see if you are registered (if you meet the criteria). And if you are not, act now and thank me later for the reminder!

Missing this key date could mean:
🤯 Difficulties filing your tax return on time
💰 Costly late filing penalties

Need help navigating the self-assessment registration process?

DM me with SA REGISTRATION

20/09/2024

Self-assessment deadline already living rent-free in your mind? 😟

Creative entrepreneurs, this is your opportunity to get organised ahead of the deadline and reap the rewards of really knowing your numbers on the regular. 🤓📈 This October, I’ve got two spots left for migration onto accounting software.

🔑 Benefits:

No more January panic
Streamlined financial management
Better insights into your business performance
More time to focus on your creative passion

🎯 Ideal for:
Photographers/videographers
Designers
Small creative agencies
Coaches/educators

Limited to two spots only! Don't miss this chance to set your business up for financial success.

DM me with MIGRATE to get in control and stay there! 💻 📊

18/09/2024

To DIY or delegate? Maybe I'm biased but I'm all about offloading what I don't LOVE doing.

As a creative entrepreneur, your time is precious. 🎥🎶 A good bookkeeper is your behind-the-scenes partner, handling the day-to-day financial tasks like tracking income, organising receipts, and keeping track of any potential dips in your cash flow. 💼 💸With a bookkeeper on board you will have a clear view of your finances, and the confidence to budget for projects and bills, and submit your tax return well in advance of the deadline. 💻✅

Hiring a bookkeeper isn’t just about staying organised—it’s about gaining peace of mind. With your financials in order, you can focus more on what you love, whether it’s photography, design, or coaching. 📸✍️ More time for creativity, less time worrying about numbers! 🌟

DM me with DELEGATE to start saving time and money!

13/09/2024

Hey there creative entrepreneurs and all those who love
and support them! 👋 It's time to reintroduce myself and share my mission with you.

I’m Emily, and happy to introduce myself to you as, amongst
other things, a proudly neurodivergent bookkeeper.

With years of experience learning and implementing best financial
practices in large corporations, I'm now on a mission to make these accessible to my favourite people: the creators, the inspirers, the dreamers.

🔑 Key offerings:

🤓 Streamlined financial admin
🤓 Cash flow optimization
🤓Jargon-free financial guidance

🌍 As a language enthusiast (still pretty fluent in French, Spanish, and Russian) and former teacher, I now specialize in translating overwhelming financial concepts into plain English.

No more feeling lost in a sea of numbers!🚀 Whether you're a
digital artist, an agency owner, or an educator, I'm here to ensure your
financial health so you can focus on what truly matters - growing your creative business.

Let's connect and explore how we can fuel your creative
journey with solid financial foundations. Your vision deserves to thrive, and
I'm here to help you make that happen.

DM me with ‘GEEK’ to get started!

06/09/2024

What the heck is bookkeeping all about and why should I care?🤔

Bookkeeping is more than just numbers—it’s the backbone of any well-organised business. Every penny you earn, every invoice you send, and every expense you make needs to be tracked and recorded ✔. Keeping your books up-to-date gives you a clear understanding of your business’s financial health, makes your tax deadlines stress-free and allows you to focus on your craft. 🎨💡

Without proper bookkeeping, things can get messy fast. It’s like trying to create without a plan—it doesn’t hold up. When your finances are well-organised, you can make smarter decisions, plan for growth, and be confident that your business is on the right track. ✨📈

20/06/2023

It’s a rare breed of business owner that gets a thrill out of doing their books. However, if you want your business to be the success it deserves to be, getting on top of your financial admin is an absolute must. Here are my top bookkeeping tips and best practices for small businesses.

Choose a bookkeeping method

There are two main methods of bookkeeping: cash basis and accrual basis. Cash basis means that you record transactions when money changes hands, while accrual basis means that you record transactions when they are incurred, regardless of when the payment is made or received. The cash basis method is simpler and more suitable for small businesses with low volume and simple transactions. The accrual basis method is more complex and more accurate for businesses with high volume and complex transactions.

Use accounting software

Accounting software can help you automate and streamline your bookkeeping tasks, such as creating invoices, recording payments, generating reports, and reconciling accounts. There are many accounting software options available for small businesses, such as Xero, Quickbooks and FreeAgent. You should choose the one that suits your needs and budget.

Separate your personal and business finances

One of the most common mistakes that small business owners make is mixing their personal and business finances. This can cause confusion, errors, and ultimately tax problems. You should open a separate bank account and credit card for your business, and use them exclusively for business transactions. You should also keep separate records and receipts for your personal and business expenses.

Track your income and expenses

You should record each instance of income and expense that your business makes, and categorise them according to their source and nature. For example, you can categorize your income by product or service, and your expenses by rent, utilities, supplies, marketing, etc. This will help you monitor your cash flow, profitability, and tax liability.

Reconcile your accounts regularly

Reconciliation is the process of comparing your records with your bank statements and other sources of information, such as invoices and receipts. It helps you identify and correct any discrepancies or errors in your bookkeeping. You should reconcile your accounts at least once a month, or more frequently if you have a lot of transactions.

Review your financial reports

Financial reports are summaries of your business's financial performance and position. They include the income statement, which shows your revenue and expenses; the balance sheet, which shows your assets and liabilities; and the cash flow statement, which shows your inflows and outflows of cash. You should review your financial reports regularly to understand how your business is doing, identify any issues or opportunities, and make informed decisions.

DM me for advice on getting on top of your financial admin!

15/06/2023

I’m really excited to announce that I have set up my own bookkeeping practice! Bookgeeking is currently offering bookkeeping services, VAT returns, payroll, final accounts for sole traders, and cash flow management. More information is available on my website at www.bookgeeking.co.uk.

If you or anyone you know is looking for help in these areas, please don't hesitate to message me for more information.

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