Episode 148: Unleashing potential: How to nurture a thriving team, with Alan Frost

Jul 5, 2024

Alan Frost, Partner at Forvis Mazars, shares insights on building a high-performing consulting team, leveraging remote work benefits, integrating graduates for success, and prioritizing team-centric approaches for building trust with clients. Tune in to learn how Alan navigated an unconventional path to leadership and created a thriving team environment.

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Intro

00:00 • 4min

Career Journey from Audit to Consulting

03:54 • 16min

Navigating the Impact of the Pandemic on Team Dynamics and Work Practices

20:05 • 4min

Building a Thriving Team During Challenging Times

24:24 • 19min

Fostering Creativity and Trust in a Consultancy Team

43:43 • 4min

Cultivating Confidence and Client Relationships in Consulting Leadership

47:22 • 19min

Exploring Client-centric and Team-centric Approaches, Journey of Consulting Firm Growth, and Marketing Strategy Support

01:06:09 • 3min

Praise for Create Engage Agency in Marketing Support for Consulting Firms

01:08:44 • 2min

Imagine building a high-performing consulting team of 40, brick by brick, from the ground up. That's the remarkable journey of Alan Frost, Partner at Forvis Mazars. In this episode of Climb in Consulting, Alan shares his inspiring story, and offers expert insights on cultivating a collaborative and empowering environment for consultants of all levels. Get ready to explore: - The unexpected benefits of an accounting background: Discover how Alan's experience as a chartered accountant provided a solid foundation for building a successful consulting team. - The pandemic's surprising silver lining: Explore how Alan's team leveraged remote work to strengthen collaboration, upskill, and build a deeper bond. - Why graduates are your secret weapon: Challenge the conventional wisdom about experience in consulting. Alan shares his philosophy on integrating graduates and creating a learning environment where they can flourish. - The team effort behind building trust: Learn why Alan prioritises a team-centric approach to client relationships, fostering trust and confidence across the entire consulting team. This episode is packed with insights for aspiring and seasoned consultants alike. Tune in and discover how Alan navigated an unconventional path to leadership, building a thriving team that delivers exceptional value to clients. We hope you enjoy the show! Reach out to Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-frost/ Learn more about Forvis Mazars: https://www.forvismazars.com/uk/en Books, magazines, and websites mentioned in the show: - What Got You Here Won't Get You There, by Marshall Goldsmith: https://www.amazon.co.uk/What-Got-Here-Wont-There/dp/1846681375 - Will It Make The Boat Go Faster? by Harriet Beveridge: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Will-Make-Boat-Faster-Olympic-winning/dp/1838592962/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2GTLPAR2S16MP&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.A1QCCDHoKTiMOf__m-O3ZNlv96CzQKcjWmx6KbbNCYEfmEl6IvlH4WjkYJEAn68_3khQh1OGDFZX7jvcpar3Q_K3_iuyjgTohSEU37lq3X0xv2FidLwzVLmhi3_dlJ5l.PtxYAz3cxK6YcHY6OFVJyBJgSCs2XRZdjS3RLJnUbmY&dib_tag=se&keywords=Will+it+make+the+boat+go+faster%3F&qid=1719320593&s=books&sprefix=will+it+make+the+boat+go+faster+%2Cstripbooks%2C88&sr=1-1