Unlock the secret to transforming your accounting firm from a compliance-driven grind to a thriving hub of high-value advisory services! In this episode, Michelle Weinstein welcomes Jim Buffington, the leader of advisory services at Intuit Accountants, and a passionate advocate for empowering tax and accounting professionals. Jim shares invaluable insights on how to break free from the burnout cycle, ethically double or triple your fees, and create consistent cash flow by leading with strategic tax planning and advisory services. He also reveals how to attract ideal clients, ditch the ones that drain your energy, and build a firm and life full of abundance. Join us as we dive deep into practical tips, real-life success stories, and actionable steps to revolutionize your practice and achieve the financial freedom you've always dreamed of.

Researching is an essential part of running a successful tax and accounting firm, but too often, professionals do it for free without realizing its true value. Join Michelle Weinstein and the powerhouse CPA, Dominique Molina, to reveal how firm owners can shift from reactive, unpaid research to a proactive, profitable approach. Dominique shares how she transformed her practice, increased revenue, and reduced stress by implementing value-based pricing, structured client agreements, and productizing services. Get ready to finally claim your worth and watch your income soar!

Are you looking for ways to generate free leads and grow your firm without spending a fortune on marketing? Then you're in the right place! Michelle Weinstein is bringing you the inside scoop with Scott Scarano, the accountant who throws accounting norms out the window, hosts a killer podcast called Accounting High, and drops some surprisingly smooth rhymes as an OK rapper! Get ready for a rollercoaster ride through Scott's entrepreneurial journey, where he spills the secrets behind his ingenious lead-generation strategies. If you're ready to attract better clients, optimize your lead generation, and maybe even have a little fun, this episode is for you. Let’s dive in!

Entity planning is a powerful yet often overlooked revenue opportunity for accounting professionals. In this episode, Michelle Weinstein welcomes Paul Hamann, an expert in reasonable compensation and the founder of RCReports, to discuss how firm owners can stop leaving money on the table. Paul shares valuable insights on why many accountants provide entity planning services for free, how to create a process to monetize these services, and the key compliance considerations firms need to be aware of. If you're looking to increase revenue from existing clients while providing them with significant tax savings, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

CFO advisory services are the key to building a firm that not only generates higher revenue but also sets you up for a profitable exit. In this episode, Michelle Weinstein sits down with former accountant-turned-entrepreneur Adam Lean, the co-founder of The CFO Project, who has helped countless firm owners shift from compliance work to high-value advisory services. Michelle and Adam break down the strategies that can help accountants price their services correctly, avoid burnout, and build a scalable, sellable firm. If you’ve ever wondered how to stop trading time for money and start building a firm that works for you, this episode is a must-listen.

Lead generation is the lifeline of any successful firm, but many business owners struggle to attract the right clients. Michelle Weinstein welcomes Gaynor Hardy Meilke, a business strategist and marketing expert, to share proven strategies for organic lead generation. They break down the difference between sales and marketing, discuss how to position yourself where potential clients are looking, and reveal the top ways to generate leads without relying on paid ads. If you’re tired of waiting for referrals and want to build a steady stream of high-value clients, this episode is packed with insights you can put into action today!

Unlock the secrets to profitable pricing with value pricing. Mark Wickersham, founder of Value Pricing Academy, joins Michelle Weinstein to dive into how value pricing can transform your accounting practice. Tired of undercharging and overworking? Mark reveals how to implement tiered pricing, master the art of communicating your value, and finally build a more profitable and fulfilling career. Take the first step toward transforming your pricing strategy—start applying value pricing today!

Building a successful accounting firm starts with offering the right services to the right clients. Michelle Weinstein and Adam Lean dive into the power of CFO services, discussing how accountants can break free from trading time for money and attract premium-paying clients. Together, they explore practical steps to build trust, phase out low-end work, and create irresistible CFO advisory packages that transform businesses. Tune in to discover actionable insights that help you work smarter, not harder while delivering real value to your clients.