We recorded 70+ episodes of CFO Chronicles. Incredible guests. Great conversations.

And we still hit pause.

Not because we ran out of ideas, because something wasn't working. So we scrapped the name, retooled the format, and came back with one rule: if you can't apply it by Monday morning, it doesn't make the show.

Welcome to the Accounting Leads Now Podcast.

In this episode, we break down exactly what's changing, what we're doubling down on, and what you can expect from here. Less theory. More leads. More clients. More episodes you can actually use.

We also want to hear from you, who should we bring on the show? What topics matter most to your firm right now? Drop a comment or send us a message.

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We help Bookkeepers, Accountants & Fractional CFOs generate consistent local leads, book perfect-fit appointments, and close premium clients, without cold outreach or ad guesswork.

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Most accountants talk about innovation. Brian Clare actually builds it. From killing time tracking to launching his own payroll software for Canadian accountants, Brian isn't just running a firm, he’s engineering the next wave of how firms work.

In this episode:

• Why hourly billing is killing your margins
• How turning down the wrong clients changed everything
• The cost of hiring late and why he hired ops before he needed to
• Behind the scenes of building a brand-new payroll tool from scratch
• How he manages two companies without burning out

🔍 Whether you’re stuck in legacy pricing or flirting with product dev, this is a masterclass in firm design, ops delegation, and bold decisions.

📍 Learn more: https://www.xyblueprint.com

📱 Connect with Brian on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briangclare/

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Don’t miss out! Subscribe, rate, and review CFO Chronicles to help others discover these insights. Ready to transform your growth strategy? Connect with me on LinkedIn, and book your strategy call at accountingleadsnow.com to position yourself as the advisor clients truly need.

Ready to turn your firm into a lead-generating, profit-driving machine?
We help Bookkeepers, Accountants & Fractional CFOs generate consistent local leads, book perfect-fit appointments, and close premium clients, without cold outreach or ad guesswork.

Let’s map out your growth plan together → Book your free strategy call

What if you could own a thriving accounting firm without a CPA, EA, or even industry experience?

Nik Watson did just that at 23 years old. After four failed startups and zero accounting background, he landed his first acquisition using a personalized pitch deck and the grit most people avoid.

In this episode, Nik shares:
• Why value-based pricing and 3-tier offers aren’t optional in 2025
• The exact tools and AI stack he’s using to stay lean
• The mistake most buyers make that kills the deal
• His transition from marketing agency to tax firm owner

This episode is for anyone who’s looking at M&A, firm expansion, or just done billing by the hour.

🔗 Connect with Nik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nik-watson/

🎧 Listen now. You'll walk away with ideas you can actually apply.

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Don’t miss out! Subscribe, rate, and review CFO Chronicles to help others discover these insights. Ready to transform your growth strategy? Connect with me on LinkedIn, and book your strategy call at accountingleadsnow.com to position yourself as the advisor clients truly need.

Ready to turn your firm into a lead-generating, profit-driving machine?
We help Bookkeepers, Accountants & Fractional CFOs generate consistent local leads, book perfect-fit appointments, and close premium clients, without cold outreach or ad guesswork.

Let’s map out your growth plan together → Book your free strategy call