It’s Never Too Early to Plan Your Exit Strategy

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Consider the legacy you’re leaving.

By Jackie Meyer

Building a successful advisory practice is a significant achievement. But have you considered what happens next once you’ve reached your current goals? It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day operations and growth of your firm without thinking long-term. However, true freedom and peace of mind come from knowing you have a plan for the future of your business and the impact you’ll leave behind.

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This article delves into the critical topics of exit strategy and legacy. We’ll explore why it’s essential to plan for the future even in the early stages of building your firm, discuss various options for eventually selling or transitioning your business, and get you thinking deeply about the legacy you want to create. Planning your exit isn’t about wanting to quit – it’s about building a business that’s a valuable asset and ensuring your hard work carries on according to your wishes.
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OBBB affects every income tier—and tax advisors are urged to act now.

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In the latest episode of The Concierge CPA, Jackie Meyer, a nationally recognized tax strategist, and Dave Lukas, CEO of TaxPlanIQ, walk through the most significant provisions of the new law. The hosts emphasize that while the changes add complexity, they also create what Meyer calls “a once-in-a-generation opportunity for accountants to step up as trusted advisors.”

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One of the biggest wins for business owners is the permanent return of 100% bonus depreciation. Companies can immediately expense the full cost of qualifying assets—including used property—placed in service after Jan. 19, 2025. “Timing matters more than ever,” Meyer stresses, urging CPAs to model scenarios carefully to avoid unintended consequences with Qualified Business Income (QBI) deductions.

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Beyond Blocking: More Time Management Strategies

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Includes eight key mindset shifts and habits to cultivate for peak productivity.

By Jackie Meyer

While time blocking is a cornerstone strategy, it’s not the only tool in the productivity toolbox. Different tasks and personalities call for different approaches.

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Here are a few other effective time management techniques and when to use them:

  • Eisenhower Matrix (Urgent vs. Important): Made famous by President Dwight D. Eisenhower and popularized by Stephen Covey, this matrix helps you prioritize by dividing tasks into four quadrants:
    • Urgent AND Important: Do these tasks first. They are crises or deadlines that you must handle now (e.g., a client’s tax filing due today).

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From Big Four consulting to FEMA volunteerism, Adjei blends problem-solving, purpose, and proactive planning.

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When Hurricane Harvey submerged his first office, Houston-based CPA and tax advisor Brandon Adjei could have stepped back. Instead, he leaned in, volunteering for months at FEMA disaster relief centers, helping storm victims navigate IRS issues so they could access life-saving grants and loans. That work, originally meant to be temporary, became a catalyst for building a broader tax practice that now spans the U.S. and international clients.

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On The Concierge CPA, host Jackie Meyer sits down with Adjei to unpack a career that has been anything but linear. From starting at Enron just before its collapse, to Big Four M&A consulting, to founding multiple firms, Adjei’s journey is rooted in adaptability, relationship-building, and a deep commitment to client advocacy.

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Reclaim Your Hours with Time Management and Productivity Hacks

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Plus how to leverage AI to help.

By Jackie Meyer

“It’s not about having time, it’s about making time.” We all start with the same 24 hours, yet some advisors seem to achieve more in a workday and still get home in time for dinner. Many tax and financial advisors begin their day consumed by urgent emails and end it wondering where the time went.

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Reclaiming your hours is about taking control of your schedule so you can focus on what truly matters. This post provides specific strategies for time management and prioritization – so you can boost productivity, avoid burnout and actually achieve that mythical concept: work-life balance. The payoff? More freedom, more impact and yes, often more revenue as you spend time on high-value tasks instead of getting lost in the weeds.
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