Before The Nest: Adrienne D. launched Corban Accounting Solutions in 2018 after decades in pharmaceutical finance. Despite her experience, she struggled with:

❌ Undercharging –Billing $300/month (floor), far below industry standards

❌ Lack of systems – Onboarding, offboarding, and workflows were unstructured

❌ Overwhelm & imposter syndrome – Lacked confidence in pricing and positioning herself as an expert

“I didn’t have the foundation for running a firm. I was just taking on clients without structure, which made everything messy and stressful. I even considered giving up and going back to a job.”

Adrienne had tried other bookkeeping programs, but they were mostly self-study and lacked community and accountability. She needed a step-by-step framework to build a business that worked for her, not against her.

How The Nest Provided Structure & Confidence - Adrienne joined The Nest in September 2024 after attending Justine Lackey’s free training. Justine’s honest and relatable teaching style immediately resonated with her. Through The Nest, Adrienne:

✅ Implemented pricing strategies – Increased rates for fixed monthly packages and is working toward value + pricing (combination of fixed plus hourly to safeguard against scope creep).

✅ Developed clear business systems – Created structured SOPs for onboarding, offboarding, and monthly workflows.

✅ Gained confidence – Overcame imposter syndrome, realizing she is worth higher prices and doesn’t need to justify her expertise.

✅ Built accountability into her business – Used The Nest’s CEO Hour and Full Focus Planner to stay consistent and reduce overwhelm.

“I wish I had met Justine in 2018! Everything I was struggling with—pricing, structure, confidence—The Nest has helped me fix. I’m finally building my business the right way.”

The Results: Increased Revenue & A Clear Path Forward - Since joining The Nest, Adrienne has:

📈 Increased her prices – Now charging $105/hour for hourly clients and improving her monthly pricing model (minimum of $500 per month).

💡 Gained clarity on growth – Setting a six-figure sales goal this year and build a team

📊 Implemented structured systems – Making delegation easier and preparing to hire additional team members

🔑 Overcame overwhelm – Now working with confidence and a clear strategy instead of feeling stuck

Ready to Build a Confident, Thriving Bookkeeping Business? Get clear direction, a proven growth roadmap, and supportive mentorship with The Nest by Justine Lackey.

Other Testimonial Quotes

On Why She Joined The Nest:

• "In 6.5 years of running my bookkeeping firm, Justine was the first person to put into words exactly what I was feeling—overwhelmed, panicked, and stuck in paralysis. I knew right away that this was different from any other program."
• "I’ve tried other programs, but they were all self-study with no accountability. The Nest gave me a real system, real guidance, and a real community." (Paraphrased for clarity.)
• "Justine wasn’t just selling a course—she was sharing her real experience. She told us it took her 15 years to get it right, and that made me feel like I wasn’t alone."

On the Value of The Nest’s Community & Accountability:

• "The CEO Hour is one of my favorite parts of the program. Just being on camera with a group of bookkeepers who are all trying to figure it out together is so helpful."
• "Other programs give you great information, but The Nest makes sure you actually implement it. That’s the game-changer." (Paraphrased for clarity.)
• "This isn’t just about watching videos—it’s about taking action, having accountability, and being surrounded by people who are on the same journey as you."

On Pricing & Increasing Revenue:

• "I moved from hourly to fixed fees before The Nest, but Justine helped me refine my pricing model even further so I could confidently charge what I’m worth and manage scope creep." (Paraphrased for clarity.)
• "I raised my hourly rate from $85 to $105 and increased my monthly packages. If you asked me six months from now, I know my revenue growth will be significant."

On Business Foundations & Systems:

• "I didn’t have a real foundation for my business—I was just taking on clients without a clear process. The Nest helped me build my business the right way." (Paraphrased for clarity.)
• "If I had met Justine in 2018, I would have started by documenting my systems—how to onboard a client, offboard a client, and handle monthly workflows. It would have saved me years of stress."
• "The Nest helped me get my processes in place so I’m no longer afraid to delegate."

On The Nest’s Investment & Pricing:

• "Honestly, The Nest is underpriced for what Justine provides. My executive coach was shocked at how much value we get for $997."  I think the sweet spot should be around $1200 to $1400.  If priced higher, it may not be affordable for new bookkeepers just getting started who really need the program.
• "This program isn’t just about learning—it’s about actually implementing what you learn. That’s what makes it worth every penny." (Paraphrased for clarity.)
• "I’m willing to sign up again because I know I need more time to get through all the content and continue improving my business."

On Long-Term Vision & Growth:

• "I have a six-figure sales goal for this year. I want to work 15–20 hours a week, have my processes fully documented, and confidently delegate work to my team." (Paraphrased for clarity.)
• "I want to get my business to $250K in revenue—that’s my sweet spot."

On Marketing & Expanding The Nest:

• "I found Justine through LinkedIn because so many people I respected were liking her posts. That was my first clue that she was doing something different." (Paraphrased for clarity.)
• "Justine should be a guest speaker on industry podcasts and at bookkeeping conferences. Her program isn’t just another course—it’s a real community, and more bookkeepers need to hear about it."