Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals

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Growing Your Firm | Strategies for Accountants, CPA's, Bookkeepers , and Tax Professionals

Growing Your Firm is the top podcast for ambitious firm owners to find tips, tactics, and strategies on how to grow their firm (or practice). In this podcast we'll be interviewing unique thought leaders in accounting, tax, and bookkeeping about topics including: practice management, marketing, social media, succession planning, partner relations, hiring, pricing, and much more.

  1. 4 HR. AGO

    Scaling Down Post Covid and Designing the Ideal Lifestyle, w/Jeremy Wells

    In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello welcomes Jeremy Wells, EA and CPA, owner of JWellsCFO and Chief Operating Officer Steadfast Bookkeeping.  Jeremy Wells is a distinguished entrepreneur and financial expert, recognized for his innovative approach to accounting and business strategy. He has dedicated his career to empowering small businesses and solopreneurs through comprehensive tax planning and strategic business advisory services. Jeremy specializes in tax planning and business strategy for small businesses and has been active in the field since 2018.  Before his accounting career, he spent a decade as a college instructor. The conversation delves into Jeremy's unique approach to business, which emphasizes a subscription-based model rather than traditional billing methods, making his services accessible to small businesses and individuals starting their entrepreneurial journeys.  Listeners can expect insights into navigating the challenges of running a business during the COVID-19 pandemic, along with Jeremy's expertise shared through his substack, J. Wells Tax, and his roles in various professional organizations. Tune in for valuable advice on tax strategy and business planning tailored for small businesses.

    24 min

  2. OCT 17

    How Did this Firm Owner 2X Revenue Without Burning Out? w/Logan Graf

    In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello interviews Logan Graff, a virtual CPA firm owner (The Graf Tax Co. PLLC) based in Central Texas and a rising star on YouTube.  Logan Graff is a dynamic and innovative figure in the accounting industry, known for his unique approach to running a virtual CPA firm and his engaging content creation on platforms like YouTube and Twitter. Logan shares his journey of starting his firm at the age of 30 and the challenges he faced, including pricing his services competitively despite having less experience than some of his peers.  The conversation delves into Logan's unique approach to content creation, his rapid growth on YouTube, and the lessons he's learned while building his successful firm.  Tune in to discover valuable insights on firm management, pricing strategies, and leveraging social media to enhance your business.

    27 min

  3. OCT 10

    Doubling Revenue to $2M within 12 Months of Acquisition w/Patrick Dichter's

    In this episode of the Growing Your Firm Podcast, host David Cristello welcomes Patrick Dichter, the owner of an acquisition engine specializing in acquiring accounting firms. And owner of Appletree Business Services, a modern accounting and tax firm for small businesses.  The  conversation delves into Patrick's successful strategies for acquiring firms, his approach to client mix, and how his model differs from conventional accounting practices.  With a focus on efficiency and client care, Patrick emphasizes the importance of flexibility and performance-based compensation in the workplace. Tune in to discover valuable insights on navigating the accounting landscape and achieving growth through strategic acquisitions. Client selection is vital for maintaining profitability and operational efficiency in accounting firms. As discussed in the podcast episode with Patrick Dichter, a firm's approach to client selection can have significant downstream implications for pricing, compensation, fulfillment, and overall capacity.

    31 min

  4. SEP 19

    AI's Impact on Tax Research and More w/ Piritta Van Rijn

    In this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello welcomes Piritta Van Rijn, the Global Head of Product and SVP for the accounting tax and practice division at Thomson Reuters. They delve into the exciting potential of AI and generative AI for firm owners, discussing how these technologies can free up time and enhance the expertise of existing talent. Piritta shares insights from a recent report on future productivity trends in the accounting and tax industries, highlighting the importance of bridging the talent gap that many firms are currently facing. Join them for an engaging conversation on the future of productivity and the evolving landscape of the profession.

    24 min

  5. SEP 5

    How to Spin Out and Grow a Wealth Management Firm W/Michelle Neiswender, CFP

    On this episode of Growing Your Firm, host David Cristello interviews Michelle Neiswender, CFP the founder and CEO of FIRE Wealth Management. Michelle shares insights from her experience in the wealth management industry, offering valuable lessons applicable across different sectors.  As a fee-only certified financial planner, Michelle specializes in serving physicians, dentists, and high-income families with comprehensive planning. Listeners can expect discussions on workflow, process, tech stack, AI, and more as Michelle delves into her journey from a 15-year partnership to launching her own firm. The listener will learn about Michelle Neiswender's journey in the wealth management industry, including her transition to launching her own firm, utilizing workflow, process, tech stack, and AI in her business.  As well as, decision-making process behind launching a new firm, importance of compliance, transition to niche clientele, virtual financial planning, client acquisition strategies, developing workflow project management, personalizing financial planning, managing meetings effectively, running weekly staff meetings, incorporating AI into tech stack, and maximizing returns for accounting firms and CPAs.

    20 min

  6. AUG 22

    300 Client Consults in Year 1? Learn How and More w/ Max Minsker

    On this episode of Growing Your Firm, David Cristello interviews Max Minsker, the founder and CEO of Bookmate, a remote accounting firm. Max shares insights into his journey of establishing Bookmate, focusing on tax returns and bookkeeping services.  The discussion delves into his unique approach to packaging and pricing, highlighting his atypical path to success in the industry. Tune in for valuable insights on building a successful accounting firm. The listener will learn about how Max Minsker founded and runs Bookmate, a remote accounting firm focused on tax preparation for new companies, as well as the atypical path he took to building a successful firm.

    30 min

  7. AUG 15

    Talent Crunch!? This Guy Has 500 Accounting Candidates Ready for Hire

    In this episode of the Growing Your Firm podcast, host David Cristello, founder and CEO of Jetpack Workflow, welcomes Laurence Whittam, the Managing Director at Impact Global Solutions. Laurence specializes in helping CPA firms build successful outsourced teams.  The discussion delves into the evolving landscape of the industry, where the challenge is no longer about finding talent but selecting the right fit for each firm.  They explore criteria, best practices, and the importance of building strong relationships with team members. Tune in to gain insights on how to effectively integrate outsourced teams and enhance your firm's performance. Key Takeaways: Importance of knowing and building relationships with your team members. How to assess and select the right outsourced team. Best practices for integrating outsourced teams into your firm. Join David and Laurence for a deep dive into optimizing your firm's approach to outsourcing and team management.

    29 min

  8. AUG 1

    AI in Accounting, How to Offboard Clients, Optimizing Your Firm w/Billy Angelo

    In this episode, host David Cristello interviews Billy Angelo, the managing partner of Angelo and Associates, who brings over 20 years of experience in the accounting industry. Billy shares insights on steering small businesses, specifically private practice owners, towards financial clarity and success.  They discuss topics such as off-boarding clients to focus on core strengths, tailored tax and financial solutions for enhanced profitability, and the importance of cash management during tax season. Tune in for a conversation filled with out-of-the-box thinking and valuable industry perspectives. The listener will learn about offboarding clients, pricing, capacity, and AI in accounting firms.

    38 min
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Growing Your Firm is the top podcast for ambitious firm owners to find tips, tactics, and strategies on how to grow their firm (or practice). In this podcast we'll be interviewing unique thought leaders in accounting, tax, and bookkeeping about topics including: practice management, marketing, social media, succession planning, partner relations, hiring, pricing, and much more.

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