From Zero to Bookkeeper of the Year

The Bookkeepers' Podcast · Apr 17, 2026 · 32m

We sit down with award-winning bookkeeper Trudie Howman to break down her journey from accidental freelancer to Bookkeeper of the Year. If you’re a bookkeeper trying to grow your business, this episode is packed with real-world insight. Trudie shares how she went from manually entering data and just covering the bills… to building a profitable, systemised bookkeeper business with a team, strong client base, and long-term financial security. We dive into: • How this bookkeeper built a 25+ client business • The power of automation (Xero, Hubdoc, and more) • Why every bookkeeper needs to reprice…