One of the most respected phrases in our profession is trusted advisor. We all know trust matters. In many ways, it defines the quality of our relationships. But what is trust, really? Think about what happens when someone chooses to trust you. They are making...
Recently, I was coaching a manager who was preparing to attend a multi-day industry conference. Like many professionals, she was feeling a mix of excitement and pressure. She wanted to maximize the opportunity, but she also knew that three full days of networking...
Everyone has a to-do list. We look at it first thing in the morning and immediately begin organizing our day around it. We prioritize tasks, rearrange responsibilities, and measure progress by what gets checked off. But what about your to-be list? Getting things done...
National Accounting Day isn’t just an annual celebration of a profession. It’s a celebration of you – the CPA with a story that’s uniquely yours. Somewhere along the way, something sparked your interest in accounting. Maybe it was a love of numbers, a desire for...
Client relationships vary depending on the level of trust involved – and trusted relationships have never been more important. With new technologies, changing regulations, and a shifting economy, clients increasingly look to their trusted advisors for insight...
In many CPA firms, “accountability” is treated as the gold standard of performance. But in reality, accountability is reactive because it shows up after something has already gone wrong. Responsibility, on the other hand, is proactive. It’s the difference between...