Still the go-to person for every decision in your firm?

Even with detailed checklists and SOPs, your team might still rely on you to think through challenges, solve problems, and make judgment calls.

00:00 – Why critical thinking matters more than checklists04:22 – Signs your team is stuck in task mode08:09 – How to train your accounting staff in critical thinking14:33 – Turn checklists into strategic tools, not limits20:01 – Build decision-making confidence through questions26:18 – Practical ways to introduce team-led advisory32:55 – Avoid scope creep while increasing advisory revenue

That’s not a training issue; it’s a thinking issue.

In this episode, Loren Fogelman is joined by Charity Hall from Rightworks to explore how to build a self-sufficient accounting team that supports firm growth without constant oversight.

Discover how to improve critical thinking and reduce decision bottlenecks that slow you down.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✔️ How to spot the difference between task execution and strategic thinking

✔️ Practical ways to train your team for advisory-level decisions

✔️ How to lead without micromanaging

If you want a team that contributes real value, improves client relationships, and gives you more time back, this conversation is for you.

Listen now to start building a more capable, strategic team.

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