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Life First Accounting Firm

Erica Goode, The 15 Hour Accountant
Life First Accounting Firm
Accounting
Upwork
Small Accounting Firm
Starting Stories
Maternity Leave
Fractional CFO
Fort Collins, Colorado, United States
Side Hustle Accounting
Solo Firm
M&A
Accounting Firm
Balance
Rural Idaho
Corporate America
Cas (outsourced Accounting)
Tax Season
Remote Work
Bookkeeping
Halifax

The Life First Accounting Firm podcast is for accounting firm owners, and accountants thinking about starting one, who want to build a successful practice without giving up their life outside of work.

Many accountants don't actually hate the work itself. They hate the work styles and environments that dominate the profession. This podcast exists to show that there are other ways to own and run an... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Ney
Formerly pursuing an enrolled agent credential; built a tax practice while employed in cybersecurity
Episode: S1E9 Starting Stories: The Takeaways
Savannah Reynolds
Used maternity leave to set up LLC and certifications
Episode: S1E9 Starting Stories: The Takeaways
Monique Reiss
CrossFit enthusiast whose gym became a referral stream; niche in fitness businesses
Episode: S1E9 Starting Stories: The Takeaways
Andrew Park
Former accountant who left burnout; rediscovered love for the work with controlled volume
Episode: S1E9 Starting Stories: The Takeaways
Logan George
Built firm with a focus on a long runway and financial safety net
Episode: S1E9 Starting Stories: The Takeaways
Andrew Parks
Guest with a background in nonprofit/startups and accounting leadership
Independent accounting professional; co-founder of a business advisory and accounting services firm
Episode: S1E8 Starting Stories: Firm Ownership After Burnout w. Andrew Parks
Monique Reece
CPA, owner of Reece Accountancy, side-hustle accounting firm
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Episode: S1E7 Starting Stories: A Side Gig Firm w. Monique Reece
Alex Ostrov
Founder of Nomad CPA, travel-focused accountant serving multi‑business entrepreneurs
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Episode: S1E6 Starting Stories: Traveling the World + Running a Firm w. Alex Ostrov
Katie Rau
Owner of her own bookkeeping practice in Southern Illinois
Episode: S1E5 Starting Stories: Using Upwork to Get Clients w. Katie Rau

Host

Erica Goodie
Host of Life First Accounting Firm; The 15 Hour Accountant; co-hosting and guest interviews focused on sustainable, life-first accounting practices.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Fantastic resource

    Erica is the real deal. She’s living the truth of being an accounting firm owner and she’s sharing with all of us proof that there’s more than one successful way of doing it. A must listen for anyone thinking of starting their own firm or rethinking the one they own.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melissa Mims
    United Statesa month ago
  • Must listen!

    This is a great podcast to hear the behind the scenes stories of how people are starting and running their solo firms that also allow them to focus on their personal lives as well

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Victor Virga
    United Statesa month ago
  • Incredible

    This podcast is perfect for someone entering the accounting industry and Erica is the perfect host. I can’t wait for season 2!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MKETax
    United States2 months ago
  • I feel seen!

    Finally an accounting podcast that meets me where I am. 🥰

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RRams22
    United States4 months ago
  • Important work

    This is really important work Erica. I look forward to hearing the stories to come!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HeuristicPaul
    United States4 months ago

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S1E2 Starting Stories: Buying a Tax Firm w. Logan George
Q: Would you recommend buying a firm to others?
Generally, I would not recommend buying a firm as a default strategy due to unknowns and risk; it might work in certain situations with larger acquisitions, but for a small solo operation it's often better to go out on your own with a savings nest egg and test the market.
S1E2 Starting Stories: Buying a Tax Firm w. Logan George
Q: What were the first-year dynamics after the purchase?
The first year involved surviving a rapid growth phase, hiring staff, onboarding clients, and managing cash flow. I ended up doing much more bookkeeping and expanding services, while maintaining a focus on price and client mix.
S1E2 Starting Stories: Buying a Tax Firm w. Logan George
Q: What was the path that led you to buying a firm?
I left a large merger situation feeling uncertain about staying as an employee, had capital from the buyout, and weighed two options: going solo or buying a firm. I chose to purchase a small book of business to create cash flow from day one, with the plan to evolve the practice over time.
S1E4 Starting Stories: Coming From a Non-Accounting Background w. Steve Nay
Q: How did you first get clients for your EA tax practice?
Initial clients came through referrals from a fellow CPA who found the pricing and setup appealing for early-stage work; networking and word-of-mouth played key roles.
S1E4 Starting Stories: Coming From a Non-Accounting Background w. Steve Nay
Q: Why did you choose to become an enrolled agent instead of pursuing CPA in Texas?
Because of state rules and branding challenges, Steve chose EA as the credential that fits his path, seeing it as a deeper, more focused tax credential than the broader CPA path.

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A show centered on building sustainable accounting practices that fit life outside the office. It spotlights solo and small-firm owners who prioritize balance, flexible work styles, and long-term well-being, often sharing practical tactics for onboarding clients, managing finances, and maintaining personal health while growing a practice. Across episodes, themes include avoiding burnout, starting while employed, niche marketing, and navigating acquisitions or transitions with a safety net. Noteworthy are the actionable takeaways, real-world case studies, and a focus on life-first approaches over hustle culture, which can help listeners decide if entrepreneurship in accounting aligns with their values and goals.

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Recent guests on Life First Accounting Firm include:

1. Steve Ney
2. Savannah Reynolds
3. Monique Reiss
4. Andrew Park
5. Logan George
6. Andrew Parks
7. Monique Reece
8. Alex Ostrov

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