You know you’re capable.

You just need a client—
not another half-finished template
and a to-do list you’re too nervous to touch.

Confidence isn’t built from vibes.
It’s built from clarity.

This is your do the damn thing moment.

You know you’re capable.

You just need a client—
not another half-finished template
and a to-do list you’re too nervous to touch.

Confidence isn’t built from vibes.
It’s built from clarity.

This is your do the damn thing moment.

You’ve got the training. You’ve got the tools.

So why does “just start” feel so impossible?

Maybe you’re stuck in that foggy middle zone—where you want clients, but… you’re not sure where to find them, what to say when you do, or how to actually follow through without second-guessing everything.

This kit was built to help you get unstuck.
No more guessing. No more spiraling.
Just clear, kind-but-firm-in-the-best-way support that walks with you from “maybe I can” to “I just did.”

Land your first client—and serve them with confidence—using six custom GPT bots built for new bookkeepers like you.

Let’s not pretend the first step doesn’t feel weird.

What if starting didn’t feel so… start-y?

Right now, you're stuck in a weird in-between.

You’ve got the skills. Maybe even a certification.
You’ve been Googling things like “how to get bookkeeping clients” at 2AM while eating cereal out of a mug.
You’ve heard people say, “Just put yourself out there!”—but what does that actually mean?

You want to work with real clients.
You want to feel proud when someone asks what you do.
You want to make money doing work that feels calm, clear, and you.

Let’s not pretend the first step doesn’t feel weird.

What if starting didn’t feel so… start-y?

Right now, you're stuck in a weird in-between.

You’ve got the skills. Maybe even a certification.
You’ve been Googling things like “how to get bookkeeping clients” at 2AM while eating cereal out of a mug.
You’ve heard people say, “Just put yourself out there!”—but what does that actually mean?

You want to work with real clients.
You want to feel proud when someone asks what you do.
You want to make money doing work that feels calm, clear, and you.

But instead of taking the leap, you’re rewriting your Instagram bio for the twelfth time… wondering if you need to register your business before you even send a message.

Here’s what you actually need:

  • A clear first step (and second…and third).

  • Tools that don’t overwhelm you or talk down to you.

  • A little squad of smart, supportive bots you could tap on the shoulder like, “Help pls?”—and they walk you through it.

Bookkeeping is in demand. Big time.

There are 1.73 million bookkeepers in the U.S.—and still, only 1 in 5 small business owners say they actually understand their books.

Translation?
The need is real. The opportunity is massive.

But here’s the disconnect:
It’s not that clients aren’t looking.
It’s that new bookkeepers are holding back—waiting until they have a logo, a website, and a color-coded ClickUp board before they feel “ready”.

Spoiler alert:
You don’t need perfect.
You just need support—and a clear starting point.

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This is more than just a download or online course waiting to collect digital dust.

It’s a fully built support system—designed to help you land your first client and serve them with calm confidence.

This is your six-bot support squad, trained to help you land your first client and serve them with calm confidence—even if you’re starting from scratch, even if you’ve never done this before, and especially if you’re overthinking everything.

Each bot has a specific role. A clear voice. A proven framework. And one job:

To help you move forward—one step, one client, one win at a time.

And yes—you can use all of them with a free ChatGPT account.

Here’s who’s on your team:

The First Client Kit is your not-so-secret support squad—here to help you land (and serve) your first client without spiraling.
You’ll get six custom-trained GPT bots plus a few bonus tools that walk you through the early steps of starting your bookkeeping business with calm, clarity, and confidence.

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    Smart Start Sloane

    Make your business feel real—without the full legal circus. Sloane gives you the confidence (and the checklist) to get started with just enough structure to move forward like you mean it.

    ($97 value)

  • Hello Harper

    Write the message. Send it with confidence. Land the call. Using Brighten’s Hello Strategy™, Harper helps you find and reach out to potential clients without awkwardness, guesswork, or that “ew, am I being salesy?” spiral.

    ($97 value)

  • Pricing Paula

    Choose a price that feels good—and say it without flinching. Paula walks you through our Sweet-Spot Pricing Method™ so that you can set a starter price (and pricing structure) you can stand behind, and gives you the words to explain it with clarity.

    ($97 value)

  • Call Prep Parker

    Prep like a pro—even if this is your very first call. Following our TRUST Discovery Call Framework™, Parker gives you everything you need to lead the conversation, know what to ask, and respond calmly when someone hits you with a curveball.

    ($97 value)

  • Onboarding Olive

    Know exactly what to do after “yes.” Olive gives you a client onboarding checklist that feels calm, clear, and totally doable—even if systems aren’t your strong suit.

    ($97 value)

  • Clarity Camille

    Unfreeze, reset, and take the next step—gently. Camille is your mindset check-in bot, here for the wobbly moments when you need to remember why you started (and what to do next).

    ($97 value)

You’ll walk away with:

  • A clear, confident offer you can actually stand behind

  • Support and structure from outreach to onboarding

  • No fluff, no overwhelm—just your first client, done right

Plus a few bonus tools:

  • Legit Enough to Start Checklist

    So you don’t spin out on things that don’t matter yet.

    ($37 value)

  • Sweet‑Spot Pricing Method™ Worksheet

    Get to your number, your way—with built-in confidence.

    ($37 value)

  • Reset & Reconnect Journaling Page

    Because mindset isn’t a one-and-done.

    ($37 value)

You could figure it all out alone.

You could watch 47 YouTube videos, download half-baked templates, and piece together a DIY system over the next 6 months.

You could even pay a coach or course creator $997+ to teach you how to get clients—but then still be stuck figuring out onboarding, pricing, or what to say in the actual call.

Or…

You could start here.

With six smart bots.
A built-in structure.
And support that actually makes sense for a beginner bookkeeper.

This kit exists because I’ve been exactly where you are:
Trained. Motivated. Completely frozen.
Not because I wasn’t capable—but because I didn’t know the next step.
And everything out there was either way too advanced, or just… vague.

So I built the thing I wish I’d had.

Something simple.
Something smart.
Something that respects your brain, your budget, and your bandwidth.

No tech overwhelm. No pressure. Just calm, confident support that meets you exactly where you are.

You could figure it all out alone.

You could watch 47 YouTube videos, download half-baked templates, and piece together a DIY system over the next 6 months.

You could even pay a coach or course creator $997+ to teach you how to get clients—but then still be stuck figuring out onboarding, pricing, or what to say in the actual call.

Or…

You could start here.
With six smart bots.
A built-in structure.
And support that actually makes sense for a beginner bookkeeper.

This kit exists because I’ve been exactly where you are:
Trained. Motivated. Completely frozen.
Not because I wasn’t capable—but because I didn’t know the next step.
And everything out there was either way too advanced, or just… vague.

So I built the thing I wish I’d had.

Something simple.
Something smart.
Something that respects your brain, your budget, and your bandwidth.

This is for you if:

  • You’re a new or rebuilding bookkeeper

  • You’re overthinking everything (but still determined to start)

  • You want real clients—but need help figuring out the “how”

  • You like practical tools, not pep talks

  • You’re ready to take clear, confident action—even if it’s a little wobbly at first

What you get:

  • Six custom GPT bots that guide you step-by-step
    From outreach to pricing, onboarding to confidence
    Total value: $582

  • Three bonus tools to calm your brain and speed up your progress
    Checklist, pricing worksheet, mindset journal
    Total value: $111

That’s $693 in value... for just $57.

That’s less than dinner out—and it actually gets you a client.

Hey, I’m Katie.

Bookkeeper, educator, and the voice behind Brighten Collective.

I’ve been in the bookkeeping world since 2009—working everywhere from traditional firms to messy freelancer setups to the edge of full-blown burnout.

When I finally launched my own practice, I knew I had to do things differently.
And I did.

Now, I help other bookkeepers build businesses that actually work—for their brains, their lives, and their long-term calm.

The First Client Kit is exactly what I wish I’d had when I was just starting out:
Something simple.
Something clear.
Something that didn’t make me feel behind before I’d even begun.

If you’re just getting started—or starting over—
I made this for you.

Hey, I’m Katie.

Bookkeeper, educator, and the voice behind Brighten Collective.

I’ve been in the bookkeeping world since 2009—working everywhere from traditional firms to messy freelancer setups to the edge of full-blown burnout.

When I finally launched my own practice, I knew I had to do things differently.
And I did.

Now, I help other bookkeepers build businesses that actually work—for their brains, their lives, and their long-term calm.

The First Client Kit is exactly what I wish I’d had when I was just starting out:
Something simple.
Something clear.
Something that didn’t make me feel behind before I’d even begun.

If you’re just getting started—or starting over—
I made this for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Nope! You can access all of the bots in The First Client Kit with a free ChatGPT account.

    That said, upgrading to ChatGPT Plus (currently $20 USD/month) can give you faster responses and access to more advanced features—but it’s totally optional.

  • Right after purchase, you’ll set up your login and get instant access to everything inside your member hub.

    No waiting, no email hunting—just click, sign in, and get started.

  • Nope. It’s not a course, and it’s not a generic template bundle. This is a team of smart, guided AI bots that walk you step-by-step through key parts of landing your first client—with support tools included.

  • You’ll have ongoing access to the bots and tools—no time limits, no expiration.

    As long as you have a ChatGPT account (free or Plus), you’re good to go.

  • It’s made for beginners—but if you’re rebuilding, pivoting, or still trying to land your first real client, it might be exactly what you need too.

  • As this is a digital product with immediate access, all sales are non-refundable.

It’s now… or later.

But let’s be honest… later usually looks like another month of overthinking, second-guessing, and rewriting your Instagram bio at midnight.

Let’s make this the moment you stop swirling and start showing up.
You don’t need to do it perfectly.

You just need to start.
And this kit will walk with you the whole way.

The First Client Kit is just $57.

If you know this is for you?
Now’s the time to make your move.

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