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Real-World Training for Business Success

Confidence comes easy with the right expert by your side! Watch the video to hear from QuickBooks Expert and Local BlueRidge supporter, Dena Martin!

Upcoming Workshops

Next 6-Week Workshop Starts October 16th

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Level 1: Setup & Survival

Level 2: Systems & Strategy

Level 2: Systems & Strategy

This 6-week in-person workshop is built for business owners and bookkeepers who are brand new to QuickBooks Online. If you’ve been putting off learning QBO because it feels overwhelming—or because you’ve clicked around just enough to make a mess—you’re in the right place.



Each week, I’ll guide you through one piece of the puzzle:   

👉 How to find your way around QBO without getting lost   

💵 Recording everyday transactions the right way   

🤝 Managing customers, vendors, and invoices with confidence   

🏦 Keeping bank feeds clean (and fixing them when they’re not)   

📊 Running reports that actually make sense   

🗓️ Simple steps to review your books each month  


You’ll learn through live demos so you can see exactly how it’s done and follow along with confidence. I’ll also leave space for Q&A, making sure you get help with the challenges that matter most to you. By the end, you’ll feel more comfortable with QuickBooks and ready to put it to work for your business.

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Level 2: Systems & Strategy

Level 2: Systems & Strategy

Level 2: Systems & Strategy

This 6-week in-person workshop is for those who already know the basics of QuickBooks Online but are ready to unlock its full potential. You’ll be introduced to tools and techniques that go beyond the surface—features that simplify your workflow, reveal critical insights, and help you understand how everything connects. If you’re ready to have a few “aha!” moments and finally feel like you’re using QuickBooks the way it was meant to be used, this class is your next step.



Together, we’ll build on what you know with a focus on:
🔖 Smarter transaction management that saves you time
💸 Streamlining systems for invoicing, payments, and revenue tracking
🏷️ Cleaner vendor management for smoother bookkeeping
🏦 Optimizing and troubleshooting bank feeds
📊 Using more advanced reports to see what’s really happening
🗓️ Establishing monthly and quarterly reviews that keep you on track


You’ll learn through live demos that show exactly how to apply these new features and processes in real life. Each week includes Q&A time to address your specific challenges and questions. By the end, you’ll feel more in control of your books, more confident in your workflow, and more capable of making QuickBooks work for you.

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Level 3: Insights & Impact

Level 2: Systems & Strategy

Level 3: Insights & Impact

This 6-week in-person workshop is designed for those who are already comfortable working in QuickBooks Online and are ready to take their skills to the highest level. If you want to refine your processes, handle complex workflows with clarity, and extract strategic insights from your data, this course is your next step.


We’ll build on everything you’ve learned so far, with a focus on:
🔖  Advanced transaction management and troubleshooting
💸 Managing invoicing, payments, and vendors at scale
 🏷️ Fine-tuning bank feed rules for accuracy and speed
📊 Leveraging advanced reports to uncover meaningful insights
🗓️ Best practices for month- and quarter-end reviews
🤝 Creating workflows and systems that support consistency and growth


You’ll learn through live demos that show exactly how to apply advanced tools in real-world scenarios. Each session includes Q&A time for personalized support with the specific challenges you face. By the end, you’ll have a clearer understanding of how all the pieces fit together—and the confidence to use QuickBooks as a strategic driver in your business.

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If not for Dena and her team I would be in trouble with Uncle Sam. I would 1000% recommend her.

Frequently Asked Questions

Workshops are held on Thursday mornings from 10:00–11:00 am. Each session includes about 45 minutes of instruction followed by 15 minutes for Q&A.


All classes take place in our workshop room at our office: 661 Appalachian Highway, Blue Ridge, GA 30513.


No worries! Every class is recorded and uploaded to our community platform. You’ll be able to watch the replay and catch up on your own schedule before the next session.


If you haven’t purchased QuickBooks Online yet, or if you’ve just bought it and are struggling to get set up, we recommend starting with Level 1.


Still not sure where to begin? Email dena@smoothsailing4biz.com and Dena will help guide you to the best class for your needs.


Absolutely! Many business owners find it helpful to learn alongside their bookkeeper or team member.
Because class sizes are kept small to allow for questions and individual support, please reach out to dena@smoothsailing4biz.com before registering additional attendees — we’ll do our best to accommodate you and may have special pricing available if space allows.


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