Episode 139: How to Design Your Life and Business to Success

Are you an accountant or bookkeeper feeling trapped in your business?1:1 Wize Discovery Session – Spend 30mins 1:1 with our Wize CEO Jamie Johns and get his blueprint to build a $5mill+ firm that can run without you – Click Here In today's episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, Brenton Ward together with Ed Chan and Jamie Johns deep dive into the transformative process of discovery sessions for accounting business owners. Many enter the business world seeking higher earnings, more freedom, and additional time, yet often find themselves working longer hours, earning less per hour, and spending precious little time with family. Ed describes this common plight as being a "prisoner in your own business."From Ed and Jamie's extensive experience in building Chan & Naylor and Sky Accountants respectively, they emphasise the importance of beginning with the end in mind. They explore the necessity of designing—or often redesigning—your business to align with your ultimate goals, focusing keenly on the return on investment (ROI) your firm delivers.Highlights from this episode: Why is it that Warren Buffett invests in direct business and what his criteria is for investing?  Comparing the ROI of your business vs the share market vs property investmentThe problems with a partnership model How to build a garden to attract butterflies The journey from self-employed > business > investment What would you like your life to look like when you are 65/70? Engineering your business to achieve your ideal income figure Join them as they share invaluable insights and practical advice on reshaping your accounting practice into a business that not only runs efficiently but enriches your life and secures your future!________________  PS: Whenever you’re ready… here are the fastest 4 ways we can help you fix and grow your accounting firm:   1. Download our famous Wize Freedom Map for FREE - Find out the 96 projects every firm owner must implement to build a $5M+ firm that can run without them - Download here 2. Need to Hire right now? Book a 1:1 FREE discovery call with our WizeTalent hiring coaches to help find your next team member the Wize Way – Click Here 3. Work with Jamie and our mentors for 8 weeks - Build a custom business plan for your firm - Apply here