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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 18

Friday Funnies!

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#AccountingHumor #CPALife #Accounting #BookkeepingHumor #BusinessHumor #CPAProblems #AccountantLife

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 13

Every *next level*...

Music: Higher To The Sky

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 13

figure everything out alone anymore.

What could you achieve if you had the right advisors supporting your vision?

#LawFirmSuccess #Inspiration #BoardOfDirectors

Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 13

This week's content has focused on how creating a board of directors can transform your law firm.

Key takeaway: Running a law firm can be lonely. As the owner, all the big choices fall on your shoulders. A board gives you a team of smart people to talk through tough decisions. You don't have to

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 11

Friday Funnies!

⚠️ Disclaimer: This is SATIRE! Please don't actually follow any of this advice. Your CPA and the IRS will not be amused.

#AccountingHumor #CPALife #Accounting #BookkeepingHumor #BusinessHumor #CPAProblems #AccountantLife

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 11

The right advisors transformed his practice AND life.

Has anyone else seen the power of outside perspective? Share below!

#LawFirmGrowth #BoardOfDirectors #SuccessStory

Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 11

We created a 3-person advisory board with a marketing expert, successful law firm owner, and financial advisor.

Six months later:

Raised rates by 20%
Narrowed practice focus
Added a new attorney
Working 45 hours weekly
Profits up 35%

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 11

A solo attorney client came to me frustrated: "I'm working 70 hours weekly but my firm isn't growing. I feel stuck."

When we dug deeper, we found:
💡 He was making all decisions alone
💡 He kept saying yes to unprofitable cases
💡 He had no strategy for growth
💡 He was afraid to raise his rates

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 10

Learn how the right advisors can help you make better decisions and grow faster.

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#LawFirmStrategy #BoardOfDirectors #PodcastBlog

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 10

This week we're focused on how creating a board of directors can transform your law firm from surviving to thriving.

✅ Why small law firms need outside perspective
✅ Who should be on your board (and who shouldn't)
✅ How to run effective board meetings that drive results

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 9

This can open doors for your firm that would stay closed otherwise.

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#Podcast #LawFirmGrowth #BoardOfDirectors

Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 9

Running a law firm can be lonely at the top. In this week's podcast episode, I explain why creating a board of directors could be the game-changer your firm needs.

A good board expands your network. Each board member comes with their own connections to potential clients, partners, and resources.

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 8

pretending to see?

#LawFirmManagement #FinancialTransparency #FractionalCFO #LegalBusiness

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Hi! I'm Kelley, a numbers whisperer for law firms.

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 8

I'm that objective outsider who respectfully points out financial realities others might overlook or fear mentioning.

True financial confidence comes not from maintaining illusions but from facing facts and creating strategies based on them.

What financial "outfits" might your firm be

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 8

question:

"Our realization rates are industry standard" (when they're actually falling)
"Our compensation structure rewards performance" (when it rewards seniority)
"Our pricing reflects our value" (when it hasn't been analyzed in years)

As a Fractional CFO who specializes in law firms,

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 8

Is your law firm parading around in financial "clothes" that don't actually exist?

In "The Emperor's New Clothes," everyone pretends to see magnificent garments until an innocent child points out the obvious truth. Similarly, law firms sometimes maintain financial illusions that nobody dares to

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 8

How many trusted advisors do you regularly consult about your law firm's direction?

📊 A) None - I make all decisions myself
📊 B) 1-2 informal advisors
📊 C) 3+ advisors or a formal board

Let me know your approach below!

#LawFirmManagement #BoardOfDirectors #PodcastClip

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 6

Strive not...

Music: More Power

Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 6

#ProfitableGrowth #LegalBusiness #Inspiration #atomichabits

Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 6

firm owners aren't just great lawyers—they're intentional business builders who create systems for profitability.

As you start your week, remember that small, consistent improvements compound over time.

Which area of your firm will you focus on improving this week?

#LawFirmSuccess

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 6

✨ Building a Profitable Law Firm

After creating 100 episodes of the Your Profitable Law Firm podcast, one truth stands clear:

Running a successful law firm takes more than legal expertise. It requires financial mastery, strategic planning, and data-driven decision making.

The most successful

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 5

in your firm?

#PracticalTips #LawFirmFinance #ProfitableLawFirm #FinancialManagement

Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 5

profits and working capital in your planning
✅ Monitor client payment timelines to keep cash flowing consistently

✨ Remember: Profit is something you intentionally plan for in the beginning, not a potential bonus at the end of the year.

Which of these would make the biggest difference

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 5

💡 3 Actionable Financial Management Tips for Law Firms

This week, I've been sharing insights from our 100th podcast episode. Here are three financial management tips you can implement immediately:

✅ Track your firm's revenue and expenses monthly (not just at tax time!)
✅ Differentiate between

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Kelley Brubaker, CPA @kelleybrubaker.bsky.social · Apr 4

Friday Funnies!

⚠️ Disclaimer: This is SATIRE! Please don't actually follow any of this advice. Your CPA and the IRS will not be amused.

#AccountingHumor #CPALife #Accounting #BookkeepingHumor #BusinessHumor #CPAProblems #AccountantLife

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