After the First Million

Most accounting firms never grow past a few hundred thousand dollars. They get stuck in manual work and outdated processes, making it nearly impossible to scale. But what if you could break through that ceiling?For accounting firm owners looking to grow beyond seven figures, the challenge isn’t just getting there—it’s what comes next. In this episode, Matt Tait, founder of Decimal, shares what separates firms that plateau from those that thrive. With experience building and scaling businesses past the first million, Matt dives into the key strategies, mindset shifts, and systems that create sustainable growth.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
  • Why most firms stall before hitting seven figures—and how to break through
  • The biggest operational mistakes that hold firm owners back
  • The systems and processes that drive scalable success
Jump into the conversation:
[00:00:03] Meet Matt Tait
[00:00:10] Why most accounting firms struggle to grow
[00:00:24] The challenge isn’t getting to $1M—it’s what comes next
[00:01:15] What this show is all about
[00:02:05] The mindset shift that separates thriving firms from stagnant ones

What is After the First Million?

This is your destination for feeling empowered in building your business.

These are the real, raw stories of entrepreneurs and business owners who have built their businesses through the messy middle of $1-20 Million, hosted by serial entrepreneur Matt Tait.

Matt knows what it’s like to scale past the first million, and on this show he’ll be bringing on other serial entrepreneurs and business owners who have been there, done that (or, are currently in it) to share what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what’s next.

[00:00:00] ​Music

[00:00:03] Matt Tait: We all know that most accounting firms never grow past a few hundred thousand dollars. In fact, they stay stuck drowning in manual work and outdated processes, but it doesn't have to be that way. This is After the First Million, a show for accounting firm owners. Those entrepreneurs who want to grow their business beyond seven figures.

[00:00:24] Matt Tait: I'm Matt Tate, founder of Decimal, and I've built and scaled companies past that first million. I know the real challenge isn't just getting there, it's what comes next. On this show, I'm going to help you get to and grow after the first million. Listen and subscribe anywhere you find your podcasts.