The inspiration for Erickson Bookkeeping & Business Consulting arose from significant challenges faced during the COVID-19 epidemic. After two decades in the Hearing Aid Business, including six years as an entrepreneur and owner of a Miracle Ear Franchise, I witnessed firsthand how unforeseen circumstances could devastate a business. Despite being a top-rated medical franchise, our Coachella Valley, California offices saw cash flow drop over 90% when our primary customer base (those over 65) was mandated to stay home. This experience, though difficult, illuminated the critical need for robust business planning, financial literacy, and proactive guidance for small businesses to not only survive but thrive. My main goal is to empower small businesses to gain control of their finances, develop sound business plans, and achieve lasting prosperity, ensuring they are prepared for any economic climate.

Erickson Bookkeeping & Business Consulting is not just a bookkeeping service; we are dedicated to teaching our clients to become self-reliant business entities capable of achieving prosperity. What makes us special is our focus on developing great business habits and guiding you to follow the proven paths of other successful businesses. I go beyond simply managing your books by helping you develop a comprehensive business plan, establish robust accounting procedures, and produce insightful reports. These reports provide good data for projecting areas of success and direction, empowering you to make informed decisions and take full control of your business's future.

I spent 20 years in the hearing-aid industry working with medical technology and the amplification of miniaturized stereo systems. This work involved using computer programs designed to improve patients' hearing—fascinating and challenging work. However, changes in laws related to COVID‑19 and the congressional approval of over‑the‑counter hearing aids shifted my ambitions toward business and financial goals. That shift began when I owned a Miracle‑Ear franchisev owner and became involved in the day-to-day operations of running a business.