When I founded Thomson Consulting, the concept of finding The Intersection of Performance and Culture was pivotal. Now, five years later, it is still just as important.
Read MoreAs the accounting landscape evolves, CPA firm leaders face critical decisions that shape their firms’ futures. Whether exploring capital solutions, considering mergers, or maintaining independence, the path forward requires informed choices.
Read More“The more things change, the more they stay the same” is a familiar cliché. To me, however, it applies to the state of our profession.
Read MoreWe can be content with the firm we’ve built, but I don’t believe we can afford to be satisfied.
Read MoreThomson Consulting it thrilled to announce our strategic partnership with Netgain Technology, LLC.
Read MoreAs a leader, you must always be one step ahead, but if you are too far ahead, you risk losing people's trust and willingness to follow.
Read MoreIf I asked anyone in your company what it believed in, what the company valued, or what its mission is, would they be able to answer correctly?
Read MoreSometimes no is the right answer, especially when goal setting. Learn how to constructively tell your team no when necessary and why it can be a good thing.
Read MoreWhen we think of structure, we typically think of governance and consider the roles of managing partners, CEOs, executive committees, etc. But where do our Practice Leaders fit into the governance structure?
Read MoreUnderstanding what your team truly wants and values has never been more important than it is today.
Read MoreWhen employees have clear boundaries and expectations, they are more likely to be motivated to contribute in meaningful ways.
Read More“It’s a funny thing, the more I practice, the luckier I get.” – Arnold Palmer
Read MoreWhen was the last time you prioritized your focus and tasks and stuck to them? And when was the last time you sat down and pinpointed exactly how you determine what is and isn't a priority?
Read MoreHaving the wrong person in a leadership role can be extremely damaging to a firm.
Read MoreWhen was the last time you took a vacation? And I mean a true vacation when you disconnected from work and enjoyed your time away. As firm leaders, we tend to hesitate from "going off the grid" to relax.
Read MoreWhen your firm is presented with the opportunity for growth through M&A or Private Equity, the question you should ask is how it fits into your firm's vision.
Read MoreAre you practicing excellent client service or excellent client servitude?
Read MoreManaging a team of CPAs during "Busy Season" often feels like managing a tight shipwreck, or managing chaos, as I call it.
Read MoreAlmost everything we do in the accounting profession for our clients and firms involves a little art and a little science. Succession planning is no different.
Read MoreAre you owning your accounting firm’s future? I look at planning for – and owning – the future as something that is combat driven. Let me explain.
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