three views into leadership for today’s multi-generational firm
firms are facing big challenges in understanding and inspiring staffers in today’s accounting offices…
seven keys
too many accounting firms suffer for lack of skilled leaders, seven keys survey says
leadership and management skills are at a premium as we navigate through a recession and a period of unprecedented change. but are accounting firms and finance organizations prepared? the answer is: not all. a significant number of accountants are telling … continued
cpa compensation: what gets measured
the roi on learning: too good to ignore
gary boomer says training budgets may be “tempting targets during tight times.” but should firms really cut expenses in this area? boomer, citing gartner research, says every hour of it training provides 5.75 hours of increased capacity. do the math: … continued
jean caragher asks: is the accounting profession setting the bar too low?
she finds an interesting detail in business week’s “best place to launch a career” at her blog, “what i’ve learned so far,” jean writes: the big 4 firms hold the top four spots: deloitte (1), e&y (2), pwc (3) and … continued
practice management: looking ahead, preparing now
leaders vs. laggards and the seven keys to successful cpa firm management melissa hoffman lajara at the new york state society of cpas reports in the latest e-zine on my part in last week’s practice management conference: there are just … continued
new webinar: tues., nov. 10, “creating a great place to work”
one of the seven keys to successful cpa firm management you may think you’re ready for busy season, but don’t be lulled into a false sense of security. staffing and productivity issues remain a major competitive challenge for accounting firms. … continued
what are the essential elements for great leaders in this economy?
cpa chad bordeaux at beancounter ramblings has some good answers… “i do not think that these essential elements change so much depending upon the economy. a truly great leader will possess these qualities regardless of the economy. the differentiating factor … continued