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  • Why I Hired an Operations Manager

    Fundamentals | 01.16

    Happy Friday, all! When I started my firm in 2016, if you’d asked me whether I’d ever hire someone, I would’ve told you 1000% no. Actually, I was still saying…
  • You Can’t Change What You Don’t Track

    Business Planning | 12.05

    Happy Friday, all! I’ve always had a bit of a love affair with spreadsheets. Whether it’s tracking my sleep, health stats, coffee brands, or money, I find clarity in the…
  • Happy Thanksgiving!

    Fundamentals | 11.28

    Happy Friday — and Happy Thanksgiving weekend! As I often do this time of year, I love reflecting on what has made this year meaningful—and you are a big part…
  • 101 Sketches To Start Meaningful Conversations

    Business Planning | 10.17

    Reflection of the Week 101 Sketches To Start Meaningful Conversations Happy Friday, all! This week, I had the privilege of speaking again with someone who’s had a profound impact on…
  • Stability In Chaos

    Fundamentals | 09.12

    Hey all, It’s been another heavy week. Another violent shooting, more political fear-mongering, and unjustified attacks on LGBTQ+ communities have left many of us feeling raw, anxious, and angry. If…
  • BTF Turns 9!

    Fundamentals | 08.01

    Reflection of the Week BTF Turns 9! Happy Friday, all! This week is a big one. Brian Thompson Financial (or BTF, as many of you know it) turns nine years…
  • Breaking Down the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

    Business Planning | 07.18

    Reflection of the Week Breaking Down the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Happy Friday, all! I’ve been waiting to write about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) since it…
  • Writing Your Own Business Story

    Business Planning | 07.11

    Reflection of the Week Writing Your Own Business Story Happy Friday, all! This week’s podcast episode features Faye Ziegeweid, founder and CEO of Queen Fayzel—a greeting card company that’s as…
  • Leading with Pride

    LGBTQ Finance | 06.06

    Reflection of the Week Leading with Pride Happy Friday, all! And Happy Pride Month! This month, I’m creating a Pride Month series. I know I discuss issues facing LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs…
  • Harnessing The Power Of Small To Create Global Impact

    Business Planning | 05.30

    Reflection of the Week Harnessing The Power Of Small To Create Global Impact Happy Friday, all! This week’s episode of the Mission Driven Business podcast features Masami Sato, founder and…
  • Permission to Pause

    Business Planning | 05.23

    Reflection of the Week Permission to Pause Hey all, Happy Friday! I hope you all are excited for a long weekend. As we step into it, I want to offer…
  • How Mission-Driven Businesses Can Use AI to Grow

    Business Planning | 05.09

    Reflection of the Week How Mission-Driven Businesses Can Use AI to Grow As a mission-driven business owner, you’re passionate about your purpose and focused on making an impact. But like…
  • How are you feeling?

    Business Planning | 04.04

    Reflection of the Week How are you feeling? I’m hesitant to start with my standard “Happy Friday” since I’ve already heard from many of you who aren’t so…happy. What. A.…
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Brian Thompson Financial LLC (“BTF”), is a Registered investment Adviser in the States of Illinois and New York. Based in Chicago, BTF focuses specifically on serving mission-driven LGBTQ entrepreneurs locally and nationwide. Brian Thompson, JD, CFP® is a proud member of NAPFA, XY Planning Network and Pride Planners.