Flexibility & Freedom for Accounting Professionals

You're getting a complete business-in-a-box system to accelerate the launch of your fractional accounting practice.  This includes comprehensive training modules, branded marketing materials, legal templates, access to a vetted professional network, ongoing community support, and the ability to operate under the established Empower brand.  Think of it as having the infrastructure of an established firm while maintaining full ownership of your practice.

Legally speaking - no, this is a licensing agreement, not a franchise.  You'll establish your own company (many choose a single member LLC structure) and operate under a licensing agreement that allows you to use the Empower Accounting Professionals brand, systems, and materials.  You own your business completely - there are no territorial restrictions, no revenue royalties, and you can leave with your clients anytime.  You pay a flat monthly license regardless of how much you grow, giving you unlimited income potential without sharing a percentage of your revenue.

We're looking for accounting/finance professionals with 10+ years of experience who have a track record of delivering high caliber work.  You should be entrepreneurial, naturally curious, and genuinely interested in helping small businesses succeed.  CPA certification is not required, but strong technical accounting skills are essential.

The structured program runs roughly 8 weeks with key milestones, but this can be truncated or expanded based on your goals.

• Week 1: Professional foundation (legal structure, tech stack)
• Week 2: Define your target market and service offering
• Weeks 3-4: Build your go-to-market strategy
• Week 5: Master the sales process
• Week 6: Client onboarding systems
• Week 7: Client retention strategies
• Week 8: Marketing assets and content creation

You work at your own pace through self-guided modules with milestone check-ins.

You can. The program is self-paced and designed to accommodate people transitioning from full-time employment.  However, there are a number of factors to keep in mind should you choose this approach:

• Non-compete or conflict of interest clauses with your current employer
• Client acquisition depends HEAVILY on your ability to network, market yourself, and respond to prospects
• Realistic understanding of time commitment that will fall on nights/weekends

Your first-year investment ($1,000/mo) includes:

• Complete training program
• Branded website with personalized landing page
• Professional marketing collateral and social media assets
• Legal templates and business documents
• Access to enterprise-level technology partnerships
• Community platform and peer support
• Direct coaching and milestone reviews with the founder
• Ongoing professional development resources

After year one, the fee drops to $350/month for continued access to all resources, community, and support.

Yes. As a business owner, you'll be responsible for:

• Business insurance (E&O and cyber liability recommended) 
• Your own computer and software subscriptions (though we provide enterprise discounts)
• Any additional marketing expenses you choose to invest in

During the training program, you will define your service offerings based on your expertise and interests.  Most licensees offer services in the range of:

• Full-charge bookkeeping with month-end close
• Financial statement preparation, analysis, and management
• CFO Advisory services

You're free to customize packages and pricing to match your skills and experience.

Pricing is a function of the value you provide, so you control your pricing completely.  You will receive frameworks and guidance based on market research, but you determine what to charge based on your expertise, geography, industry, and services offered.  Most licensees charge flat monthly retainers rather than hourly rates.

You'll build your practice primarily through network activation and strategic outreach using our proven systems.  This entails reaching out to personal and professional contacts, attending networking events, leveraging social media, and consistently marketing your services. 

Additionally, Empower provides corporate lead generation, introducing licensees to pre-qualified prospects who align with your offering.  Our community also generates referrals - Empower professionals regularly pass along inquiries that fall outside their niche, service offering, or current capacity.

Ongoing support includes:

• Monthly community calls for personal and professional development
• Private Slack channels for real-time peer support and encouragement
• 1:1 coaching for strategic guidance
• Regular content updates, training materials, and software recommendations
• Best practice sharing and latest industry insights
• Networking events and mastermind opportunities
• Potential intra-company referrals

The community aspect is one of the most valued benefits - you're building a business alone, but you're not doing it by yourself.

We recognize this is one of the biggest hurdles people face before stepping out and starting their own business.  We've partnered with expert providers who offer a variety of benefit options specifically designed for business owners.  As a licensee of Empower, you'll have access to partners who offer competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, retirement savings options (including Solo 401(k) and SEP IRA plans), and comprehensive business insurance packages (E&O and cyber liability).  While you'll be responsible for funding these benefits as a business owner rather than receiving employer-provided coverage, having control over your plan selection and contribution levels provides flexibility to align with your personal and financial goals.

We know this can be a lonely road and we would love for you to join our team!  Please schedule time with our founder to discuss a discounted licensing fee based on your existing experience.