In this episode of Power Up Your Practice, host Ruby Powers talks with Ben Hokema, founder of Illuminate Wealth Management and the Owner’s Financial Office.

Ben works with law firm owners to bring structure, clarity, and calm to their finances—from daily cash flow to long-term retirement planning. He explains why so many lawyers fall into “owner’s poverty,” what the Profit First model actually changes, and how to shift your mindset from just surviving to building real profit.

🔹 What "Owner’s Poverty" is—and how to escape it

🔹 The Profit First model (and why it works)

🔹 Why your CPA isn’t enough

🔹 Building retirement plans before it's too late

🔹 Daily decisions that lead to long-term financial clarity

🎧 This episode is sponsored by Lawfully Pro: https://www.lawfully.com/pro

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