It's Time to Share My Why

Jul 05, 2022

It has taken me a long time to share my personal journey, and I still find it pretty difficult to speak about.

However, it is these early experiences, including my experiences with Domestic Violence as a child, that have shaped who I am as a person.

These experiences are also the very foundation of my WHY. They are the driving force behind WHY I went into business almost 22 years ago, WHY I created Bookwiz Academy, and WHY I am so passionate about helping others gain control of their lives and achieve financial freedom.

And I've come to realise that I don't feel that I can authentically deliver on my WHY, and truly advocate the importance of women achieving financial independence, without sharing my own story.

So, it was very fitting that Rob Marshall and The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers invited me to be part of their latest 'Heart of the Bookkeeper' to do exactly that - share my story.

Listen to Episode 16 Heart of the Bookkeeper: Martine Hoosen, A Tough Road to Bookkeeping Success.

You see, I know first hand what it's like to find yourself in a situation with limited (or no) financial freedom. I know what it is like to feel like you have no voice. No options. And what it is like to start again with nothing. I've been there...twice.

This is why I am so passionate about helping people, particularly women, take control of their financial narrative so that they can have a voice, have options, and be free to live their lives on their own terms.

And to always remember that...

- It's ok to want more.
- It's ok to go through something tough and come out the other side.
- It's ok to know your worth.
- It's ok to not settle for anything less than what you truly deserve.
- And, it's ok to be proud of everything you achieve along the way, no matter how small it seems at the time (or how small it may seem to others).

By sharing my story I'm hoping that it will provide hope to those who have been through tough times, or are facing challenges right now, and prove that You CAN come out the other side, and you CAN have a fabulous life!

Listen to Episode 16 Heart of the Bookkeeper: Martine Hoosen, A Tough Road to Bookkeeping Success.

Interested in learning more about my story?

Read my International Women's Day blog

Read why being named a global Top 50 Women in Accounting meant so much to me

Need help?

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Lifeline - 13 11 14

Financial Counselling Australia - 1800 007 007

Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636

Women's Domestic Violence Helpline - 1800 007 339

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Founder, Right Click Business Consulting

"I am so grateful for everything you do for the Academy members Martine.

I've been implementing the fixed prices and proposals strategy over the past few months and what a difference that's made to my business (and my mental health!). The fixed pricing and proposals learnings got me out of a few less than desirable situations and helped me put really strong processes in place to ensure I only take on clients that were the right fit for my business.

I can only say how amazing it's been cutting a lot of the dead wood. I've taken on some lovely new clients who have engaged my services since implementing the proposals etc - many have chosen a higher level than I would have expected. My existing clients have also surprised the heck of me! Some of those have also chosen a higher level than I expected.

I'm no longer chasing money, I know what my revenue is going to be each month and the sense of control over my business is indescribable. The pressure is off beyond what I could have ever expected. I know for a lot of people it's uncomfortable going through this process, but if I could only bottle the level of confidence this has given me and show them what it feels like to have the weight taken off, I'd do so in a heartbeat.

Thank you so much for everything you do for your members Martine. The value you bring is absolutely priceless!"

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Founder, Chrissie Smith Bookkeeping

"Thank you again Martine. Everyone in our industry needs to jump on the band wagon of this pricing method!

Lots of knowledge bombs, especially on how to have those value add discussions with existing clients. It was like a beacon going off in my head.

I've finally realised that my clients are happy to pay for my knowledge, not just my time.

I think I just needed that support and I have definitely found it in you & Bookwiz Academy!

Thanks for helping me take these steps. So much clarity, it feels really good."

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CEO, The Small Business Lounge

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Having her as my mentor and sounding board has definitely assisted me with achieving my goals at each stage of our business growth.

I would highly recommend Martine and her Academy to any bookkeeper or accounting firm."

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