Struggling to hire? Improve the interview experience
This article discusses the phases of the interview process and ideas for improving the candidate experience.
Firm practice management
13 signs that your firm is outdated
This article discusses ways to assess your firm’s future readiness in its culture and talent practices.
What to do when job candidates “ghost” you
There are steps recruiters and hiring managers can take to avoid ghosting.
How to interview for soft skills
Rian Powell explains the right questions to ask during job interviews to assess candidates’ soft skills.
Bank-financing an accounting practice sale
This article explains the what, why, and how for firms that may benefit from using SBA 7(a) loans in CPA firm purchases and sales.
Benchmarking the features of a 401(k) plan
CPAs who need to evaluate new or existing retirement plans can use these questions to analyze and determine best practices for plan sponsors.
Kristen Rampe, CPA
Creating a personal vision and taking responsibility for skills development can help professionals prepare themselves to be leaders, says Kristen Rampe, CPA.
Accounting leaders make 9 requests of NextGen
This article discusses the requests established leaders have for future leaders.
10 tips for starting your CPA podcast
If you’re considering your own accounting or finance podcast, here are some tips to get you started.
Consider nonfinancial metrics when compensating partners
Allan Koltin, CPA, CGMA, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, reviews ways CPA firms evaluate the intangibles when determining partner compensation.
When to change the partner compensation plan
Allan Koltin, CPA, CGMA, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, discusses ways to determine when to redesign compensation formulas for firm partners.
Women’s initiatives: A step-by-step plan
The AICPA Women’s Initiatives Executive Committee’s three-year pilot program helped firms discover the most effective methods for empowering women in the workplace.
Mitigating risk related to tax reform
While tax planning opportunities associated with the law may be a windfall to a CPA firm’s bottom line, vulnerability to professional liability claims exists.
Alpa Patel, CPA
By paying close attention to the people side of the business, accountants can deliver the full impact of their technical skills to clients, says Alpa Patel, CPA.
Ensuring partner compensation is in line
Allan Koltin, CPA, CGMA, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, outlines ways to know when your partner compensation is balanced correctly.
12 US cities where accountants draw higher pay
Two new salary guides show higher pay benchmarks for accountants in several locations in California and the Northeast.
Three best practices for partner compensation
Allan Koltin, CPA, CGMA, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, discusses effective approaches to compensating partners.
Three factors in effective firm management
Allan Koltin, CPA, CGMA, CEO of Koltin Consulting Group, outlines the best pathways to develop strong and efficient management of your CPA firm.
Tips for handling anxious clients
Clients can get nervous when dealing with money, the IRS, one of the states, or any situation over which they have limited control.
Unhappy in your work? Tell someone!
This column explores six strategies employees can use to drive an honest dialogue about their satisfaction and increase their chances of remaining with their firm.
