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Episode 46

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8th Nov 2021

What Turns Accountants Away from the Profession & Tips to Retain Your Best Talent

Episode 46. On this week’s Accounting Influencers Podcast:

➜ News - Martin & Rob discuss "Why Are So Many Professionals Leaving or Not Even Entering Accounting?." Following on from last week's comment on the talent shortage in accountancy, we explore what might be switching off grads and the younger generations from a career in accounting.

➜ Special Guest Interview: "Case Study - Carl Reader: "Practice Ignition Changed My Practice." In this highlights snippet (full uncut version comes out as a bonus episode at the weekend), you'll hear about the challenge for accounting firms of integrating business development to revenue 'in the bank', the journey accountants go through in choosing the right software for certain jobs in their practice and how the right software can enhance the client experience for accounting professionals.

➜ Rob & Martin offer up practical advice and tips for accounting practitioners on "Here's What Works for Accounting Firms on Retaining Your Best Employees." In the war for talent, discover some practical ways you can win the hearts and minds of your top people so they withstand the approaches of your competitors and stay engaged with the accounting profession generally.

➜ Expert Interview: "Moving from Big to Small Accounting Firm - Practitioner Interview." In this highlights snippet (full uncut version comes out as a bonus episode at the weekend), you'll hear from Corey Talone, a US based CPA who gave up a prestigious position in a large professional firm to downsize into a smaller practice with more autonomy, freedom, satisfaction and influence. A frank and inspiring story that will give many accountants food for thought in their current roles.

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About the Podcast

Accounting Influencers Podcast
Host Rob Brown shows accounting professionals and leaders how to be more influential, grow their personal brand and be more authoritative, relevant and high profile in their roles..
The Accounting Influencers Podcast, hosted by Rob Brown, is a must-listen for accounting professionals looking to strengthen their leadership presence, stay informed on disruptive forces in accounting and build credibility within their firms. Geared toward firm leaders, managers, partners and influencers, the show covers key topics like career development, influence, personal branding and interpreting the evolving trends impacting the accounting world. Rob brings his expertise to each episode, offering insights and guidance on how to grow your personal brand and stay strategically important in a rapidly changing profession. Whether you're aiming to influence within your firm or expand your reputation outside of it, this international podcast offers practical advice and forward-thinking insights that will keep you informed and prepared for the future.
Accounting leadership
Executive presence for accountants
Building influence in accounting
Accounting industry trends
Personal branding for accountants
Accounting firm strategy
Accounting business models
Leadership in accounting firms
Talent management in accounting
Authority in accounting profession
Career development for accountants
Accounting firm growth strategies
Influencers in accounting
Accounting firm management
Disruptive forces in accounting
Accounting leadership strategies
Accounting career success
Accounting firm decision-makers
Accounting business trends
Building credibility in accounting

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Rob Brown

Rob Brown hosts the multiple accounting podcast and chair conferences, panels and events globally for the accounting and fintech profession. He is co-founder of Accounting Influencers Roundtable (AIR) which helps vendors, experts and influencers serve the accounting and finance world. He is a dynamic speaker and accomplished expert on trust, reputation, employer brand, talent, career development, succession, gen z/generations, employee advocacy and executive presence. Rob is author of the bestselling book Build Your Reputation (Wiley) and his TEDx talk ‘The Personal Brand of You’ has been viewed 400,000 times on YouTube. He is a stroke survivor, has epilepsy, is a committed Christian and has a black belt in kickboxing. He is based in Nottingham UK, home of Robin Hood, plays chess and backgammon, loves orange chocolate and is allergic to grapefruit.