Why the Best Opportunity Might Be One You Pass On
Explore how thoughtful referrals strengthen networks, build trust, and create opportunities for others.
The Practice Room | ACCA
I've got something quite incredible to share with you as we commemorate United Nations International MSME Day (Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day, 27 June). This is possibly the most remarkable outcome of my career. In the hope of helping accountants through Covid19, I took the concept of supportive Community Chat for ...
How To Deal With The Challenge Of Lack Of Accounting Talent
WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON SOLUTIONS TO THE LACK OF ACCOUNTING TALENT?The ACCA Singapore 2021 Virtual Conference SMP attendees shared their biggest challenges was the lack of available talent. In the Shaping the Future of Your Firm – AccTech and the Digital Firm discussion, panellists from Singapore, the UK and Australia agreed this was a challenge they ...
When You Know The TYPE of Customer You Want To Work With, Everything Gets Easier
90's SuperModel Linda Evangelista infamously said, "We have this saying, Christy [Turlington] and I… we don't wake up for less than $10,000 a day." What Kind of Client Are You Prepared to Get Out of Bed For? Well, it may not be as dramatic as getting out of 'bed', but what type of client do ...
Networking in 2021
Before Covid 19 networking, hobnobbing, mingling and schmoozing were a natural part of our business lives. Overnight, we found ourselves restricted from attending in-person events. As 2021 unravels, I suspect we shall not return to large roadshows, or conferences anytime soon. However, in 2021, smaller intimate in-person events may fill that void for our own ...
Why an Accountant Started a Bookkeeping Business | Meryl Johnston
Today I’m speaking with Meryl Johnston, Founder and CEO of Bean Ninjas. In this episode, we talk about Meryl’s goal of wanting to start and run a business and much more.
How hosting a podcast helped this bookkeeper develop active listening skills | Alexi Boyd
Today I’m speaking with Alexi Boyd Director of a Bookkeeping business and host of the Small Biz Matters podcast.
Has a black swan event changed this Evangelists views on niching? | David Leary
Today I’m speaking with David Leary, Director of Accounting and Bookkeeping Evangelism of Melio Payments. In this episode, we talk about niching, business, and much more.
Collection of Modern Practice Resources from ACCA and CAANZ
The ACCA and CA ANZ has developed a wealth of excellent resources for anyone interested in learning more about a Modern Accounting Practice. Many thanks to Aleksandra Zaronina Head of SME Professional Insights who provided the framework for the following information. Here is a link to lots of useful practice focused webinars: https://www.charteredaccountantsanz.com/news-and-analysis/news/sharing-knowledge/your-practice Careers in SMPs ...
Building a professional online community
Why do you think it's so important that people in this industry, and in fact in all industries, need to be tapped into the cloud and understanding what it means to them? - Alexi Boyd Amanda Newton being interviewed by Alexi Boyd on the #SmallBizMatters radio show I am a digital nomad. I ...