Before The Nest - Uyi E., an accountant and former auditor, transitioned into bookkeeping in 2022. While she had deep expertise in accounting, she was new to entrepreneurship and struggled with confidence, pricing, and setting boundaries with clients.

As an immigrant to Canada and a new mother, Uyi wanted a clear roadmap to build her business correctly from the start and a mentor who understood the challenges of growing a firm from scratch.

How The Nest Provided Clarity & Direction - Uyi joined The Nest in September 2024 after attending Justine Lackey’s free webinar. Initially, she had no intention of signing up, but Justine’s relatable teaching style and honest approach made it a no-brainer decision. Through The Nest, Uyi:

✅ Gained clarity on boundaries & pricing – Learned how to confidently say no to misaligned clients and charge what she’s worth.

✅ Developed business systems – Implemented monthly planning, goal setting, and business tracking to stay on course.

✅ Built a strategic mindset – Learned how to attract the right clients through networking and visibility strategies.

✅ Overcame business fears – Shifted her mindset from scarcity to seeing her firm as valuable and worth investing in.

The Results: Business Growth & Mindset Shifts - Since joining The Nest, Uyi has:

📈 Doubled her LinkedIn connections to grow her network and attract clients

💡 Gained confidence in client calls, using Justine’s sales and pricing techniques

🔑 Developed a structured business plan for the first time, giving her a clear path forward.

📊 Learned how to use AI tools to improve efficiency, making it easier to market and structure her business

“The Nest is like a torch in the night—it shines on the exact issues you need to fix and gives you the tools to solve it. I’ve never been in a program that’s this practical and hands-on.” – Uyi E.

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:

• "I attended Justine’s webinar with no intention of buying anything. But the way she spoke, the way she shared her journey—I could see myself in her story. Before she even finished her pitch, I had my credit card out and signed up."

• "The Nest is like a torch in the night—it shines directly on the problem you’re facing in your business and gives you the exact tools to fix it."

• "I knew I needed a mentor who could guide me from the very beginning. Justine was that person."

• "Many business coaches make it obvious they’re just trying to sell you something. Justine was different—she was relatable, down-to-earth, and truly wanted to help." (Paraphrased for clarity.)

• "Before The Nest, I thought I could do this on my own. But after joining, I realized the power of community and having the right mentor."

On Mindset Shifts & Business Growth:

• "Before The Nest, I had no real system for growing my business. Now, I have a structured plan, clear goals, and I’m seeing real progress." (Paraphrased for clarity.)

• "One of the biggest shifts I’ve had is realizing that my bookkeeping firm is valuable—I don’t have to lower my prices or accept every client just to get by."

• "Since joining The Nest, I’ve doubled my LinkedIn connections and started attracting real leads. The strategies actually work!"

• "Before The Nest, I had no clear revenue goals. Now, for the first time, I have a specific income target and a step-by-step plan to get there." (Paraphrased for clarity.)

• "I always thought everything had to be automated and high-tech to succeed. Justine showed me that you can build a thriving business using what you already have."

On Setting Boundaries & Pricing:

• "Before The Nest, I had a traumatic experience with bookkeeping—I was overworked, underpaid, and had zero boundaries. Justine taught me how to set clear expectations and charge what I’m worth." (Paraphrased for clarity.)

• "As a new bookkeeper, it’s easy to feel desperate for clients. The Nest helped me see that I don’t have to work with clients who don’t respect my time or pricing." (Paraphrased for clarity.)

• "Justine showed us how to create a detailed engagement letter and pricing structure that make it clear what we do—and what we don’t do."

On The Practicality of The Nest:

• "The Nest is not a ‘woo-woo’ program. It’s real, actionable education, and gives you everything you need to build a successful bookkeeping business."

• "I’ve been in other programs, but The Nest is by far the most hands-on, practical coaching experience I’ve ever had." (Paraphrased for clarity.)

• "I used to get stuck watching business trainings without taking action. Justine built The Nest in a way that forces you to actually do the work—and that’s why it works."

• "Every time I join a session, I leave with something I can implement immediately."

• "Justine isn’t just teaching theory—she’s lived this journey, and she’s walking us through exactly what works."

On The Value of Investing in The Nest:

• "I didn’t have a lot of money to invest, but I knew I needed The Nest to build my business. I made the sacrifice, and it was 100% worth it." (Paraphrased for clarity.)

• "If you’re serious about growing your bookkeeping business, The Nest is the best investment you can make."