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The Wize Way

Wize Mentoring for Accountants and Bookkeepers

Feeling stuck in your firm or on the edge of rapid growth but don"t know how to build the business so that it’s not reliant on you?Join Bren Ward as he shares the insights, stories, strategies and tools that have helped transform the businesses and lives of our Wize Guys and hundreds of Accounting, CPA and bookkeeping firm owners around the world.In each episode, Bren dives into the leadership, marketing, sales, systems and mindset tactics that"ll get you to your goals without burning out.His

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8:27

Episode 165: Top 4 Marketing Strategies for...

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2025/07/10

Most firm owners think growth means more ads, more hires, or more hustle. But what if you could grow without any of that? In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, Ed Chan breaks down the 4 smartest (and often overlooked) levers you can pull to grow your firm, starting with what you already have. From turning happy clients into referral machines, to selling more services to your current base, to marketing that actually works, and the real ROI behind acquisitions...

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30:14

Episode 164: Should You Sell to Private Equity? What...

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2025/07/03

In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, Brenton Ward and Jamie Johns unpack the rising trend of private equity firms targeting accounting practices. Discover the five key factors every firm owner should consider before selling. Also, explore the mindset shifts required to lead through growth and why the ability to pause before reacting is a game-changer. So, if you're thinking about selling or want to know what makes your firm attractive to buyers,...

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9:09

Episode 163: How to Build a Solid Referral Program...

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2025/06/26

In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast, Brenton Ward is joined by Jamie Johns and Ed Chan to unpack how structured scheduling transforms firm performance. From booking client work in advance to using calendars as strategic tools, the trio explores practical systems used in both tax and bookkeeping divisions. You’ll learn why the most successful firm owners plan weeks ahead, how workflows link to sales pipelines and capacity, and how tools like WizeGPS help create growth plans that actu...

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61:04

Episode 162: The Habits of a High-Performing Senior...

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2025/06/19

In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, Brenton Ward sits down with Jamie Johns to unpack one of the most pivotal roles in any accounting or bookkeeping firm: the Senior Client Manager (SCM). Jamie reveals why the SCM is often the hardest role to hire—and the most powerful when done right. They explore how the right SCM can free up the owner’s time, create team leverage, and drive firm growth. From defining the difference between an entrepreneur and an intrapr...

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8:53

Episode 161: Maximising Productivity: The Delegation...

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2025/06/12

In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, Kristy Fairbairn sits down with Jamie Johns to unpack the real secret behind his 7-hour workweek: delegation done right. Jamie shares how true delegation goes beyond assigning tasks — it's about micro-training, documenting, and playing your team to their strengths. He explains why systems, checklists, and policies aren’t just operational tools but foundational elements for empowering your team and delivering consis...

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43:37

Episode 160: 3 Golden Tips for Becoming a Better...

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2025/06/05

"You don’t create success. You attract success by the person you become." – Jamie Johns In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast, Brenton Ward sits down with Jamie Johns—CEO of Sky Accountants and Co-Founder of Wize Mentoring—to unpack the three golden traits every successful client manager must have. Jamie shares: ✅ Why these soft skills matter more than technical expertise ✅ How to train and double-back meetings with aspiring client managers ✅ Why great leadership starts wi...

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Episode 159: Implementing the 4 Quads in Your Firm

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2025/05/29

In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, Kristy Fairbairn and Tim Causbrook dive into the power of the Quad Activities framework — a simple yet transformative tool that helps firm owners break free from the trap of busy work. Learn how spending time in Quadrant 2 (important but not urgent) is the key to scaling your business, empowering your team, and reducing owner dependency. Learn how top-performing firms shift their focus to strategy, training, and sy...

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Episode 158: How to Convert Leads Every Time: Your...

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2025/05/22

In today's episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, Tim Causbrook with Jamie Johns and Ed Chan dive into the critical importance of having a Lead Allocation System in place. They discuss their strategy for consistently converting leads and the significance of building meaningful relationships with potential clients from all industries. With competition increasing, it's more vital than ever for bookkeeping and accounting practice owners to engage with prospects ea...

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47:29

Episode 157: Retention Secrets Every Accounting Firm...

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2025/05/15

Looking to hire a new Accountant, Bookkeeper, or Administrator? Try WizeTalent and get exclusive access to the system we built to help growing accounting and bookkeeping firms find qualified candidates! https://thewizeway.com/wizetalent-cta-thank-you Why do great staff leave — and how do you get them to stay? In this episode, Wize Talent Coach Dani sits down with Tim Causbrook to uncover the real reasons employees quit (spoiler: it’s rarely about money) and what firm owners can do to ...

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Episode 156: How to Set Up Your Accounting Firm's...

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2025/05/08

TIME and FOCUS ~ are two important factors for work productivity. Now, how to achieve both without losing the other? In today's episode of The Wize Way for Accountants & Bookkeepers, Brenton Ward and Jamie Johns break down why daily huddles are the secret weapon of high-performing accounting and bookkeeping firms. Jamie shares how a simple 15-minute meeting can unblock bottlenecks, keep teams aligned, and improve client satisfaction — without wasting time. He also explains wh...

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10:53

Episode 155: The Wize 7-Division: Your Blueprint to...

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2025/05/01

In today's episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, Jamie Johns and Thomas Sphabmixay deep dive into the nitty-gritty of building a successful accounting or bookkeeping firm with Wize 7-Division model — the core structure behind every thriving, scalable business. As your firm grows, the real challenge isn't doing more — it's evolving from wearing every hat to delegating, leading, and building a team that can thrive without you. Jamie shares hard-won insights on le...

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19:47

Episode 154: Wize Factor Chat: Daniel Vasin - Vasin...

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2025/04/24

In this week’s episode of The WizeFactor Chat, we sit down with Daniel Vasin, Director of Vasin Holdings Pty Ltd—an accounting firm based in Australia. Daniel shares his journey from joining the family business in 2007 to taking full ownership in 2015—and the tough years that followed. Growth had stalled. Key clients were leaving. And the fire that once drove him? Gone. That all changed when he discovered Wize Mentoring. Daniel unpacks how the Wize blueprint gave him the clarity, structure, a...

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39:08

Episode 153: Why Hiring an Admin is Key to Scaling...

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2025/04/17

Are you stuck doing low-level admin tasks in your firm—wondering why growth feels impossible? In this episode, we unpack the hidden trap many firm owners fall into: thinking they’re “working on the business” while drowning in emails, client follow-ups, and team support. We reveal why hiring another accountant won’t solve the problem—and how the right admin support can unlock your time and allow you to lead strategically. You’ll learn how to calculate your effective hourly rate, why delegation...

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12:18

Episode 152: How to Create a No Blame Culture in Your...

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2025/04/10

In this week's episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants & Bookkeepers, discover what the “No Blame” culture is all about and how implementing it in your organization can be a total game-changer. Want to scale your firm with better leadership? Listen now! ________________ PS: Whenever you’re ready… here are the fastest 4 ways we can help you fix and grow your accounting firm: 1. Take the Wize Accountants Scale Scorecard – Find out your potential to scale and the next steps...

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Episode 151: The Art of Delegation and Building a...

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2025/04/03

In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, Tim Causbrook and Ed Chan tackle one of the biggest challenges for firm owners: letting go of the work. Ed explains why true growth comes from shifting from doing to managing—and how learning to delegate effectively can transform your firm. ________________ PS: Whenever you’re ready… here are the fastest 4 ways we can help you fix and grow your accounting firm: 1. Take the Wize Accountants Scale Scorecard – Fin...

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Episode 150: Wize Factor Chat: Gary Doran - Crescendo...

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2025/03/27

In this week's episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, we have a The WizeFactor Chat with Gary Doran, founder of Crescendo CPA Gary shares his journey from a solo practice to leading a thriving 11-person firm — without being stuck in the day-to-day operations. Also, he reveals the key turning points that helped him step back from client work, the systems that allowed his team to run the business smoothly, and the mindset shifts that made it all possible. He also share...

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29:59

Episode 149: Timesheets are dead says the gurus - The...

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2025/03/20

In today's episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, Tim Causbrook and Jamie Johns tackle the often-debated necessity of timesheets in the accounting sector. Despite modern trends towards fixed pricing, Jamie makes a compelling argument for why timesheets are far from obsolete and are essential for anyone aiming to build a business that can operate independently of its owner. The reasons why we need to keep timesheets and why timesheets are not dead and, in fact, ...

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16:19

Episode 148: How to Run A Discovery Call For Your...

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2025/03/13

In this week's episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants and Bookkeepers, Brenton Ward, Jamie Johns, and Ed Chan share their insights about the need for a discovery session for every accounting practice. Find out how to run a discovery session, how having the right mindset is important in doing so, and the list of best questions to use for every call you will have that will best work for your business ________________ PS: Whenever you’re ready… here are the fastest 4 ways ...

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26:45

Episode 147: Top 5 Hiring Mistakes That Cost Firm...

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2025/03/06

Hiring the right team members can make or break your accounting or bookkeeping firm. But let’s be real — hiring isn’t an exact science. Many firm owners rush the process, skip critical steps, or make costly mistakes that impact their team and bottom line. In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast, WizeTalent Coach Dani and Kristy Fairbairn dive deep into the 5 biggest hiring mistakes that could be costing your firm thousands (or more). Discover 1 bonus mistake that many firms still ...

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12:30

Episode 146: Personal Exertion vs. Passive Income:...

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2025/02/27

"If you don't find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die" - Warren Buffett In this episode of The Wize Way Podcast for Accountants & Bookkeepers, Jamie walks through the transition of operating a personal exertion income firm as opposed to transitioning to a passive income firm. Most Accountants are trapped in their business and are stuck in the model of exerting their own time and energy to earn a good portion of the fees the firm generates. This mo...

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