Being Accountable for Accountability . . . Continued
How the managing partner should approach the goal-setting process with partners or shareholders.
Public Practice

*12 Factors That Influence Firm Governance
Allan Koltin outlines the 12 factors that influence governance over the life of a CPA firm.
CPA Practice Management Forum

Mentoring: Benefits and Challenges
Insights into the value and difficulty of mentoring relationships.
The CPA Journal

Tackling Partner Conflict
Marc Rosenberg challenges partners to take a stand on issues of conflict.
The Marc Rosenberg Blog

Allowing Time for Creativity
Does efficiency come at the cost of creativity in your firm?
VeraSage Institute

The Art of Innovation
Harvard Business School faculty members weigh in on incorporating innovation into the workplace.
Working Knowledge

Delivering Effective Feedback
A survey of accountants and finance managers provides insight into how managers can offer more constructive feedback.
CPA Trendlines

Leaders: Know Your Followers
Justin Locke gives leaders the inside scoop on the people they're leading.
AICPA CPA Insider

Take Care of Your Team
As the leader, you're responsible for helping your team members succeed.
Convergence Coaching

More Meetings, Less Gossip
How to be proactive in combating the grapevine in your firm.
The Managing Partner Advisor

Job Tips for Managing Partners
Gary Adamson offers new and veteran MPs a "six-bucket" approach to organizing and delegating their responsibilities.
The Managing Partner Advisor

Five Steps to a More Effective Compensation System
Marc Rosenberg offers observations based on his experiences consulting with hundreds of CPA firms on partner compensation.
The Marc Rosenberg Blog

The Future of Technology for CPA Firms
A panel of distinguished technology experts identifies key technology trends CPAs should follow closely over the next 10 years.
Journal of Accountancy

Innovate or Get Left Behind
The "same as last year" approach to conducting business no longer works.
Accounting Today

Talking Points for Your Next Partner Retreat
Firms should address morale issues, recruiting problems, profitability, and other "strategic" issues.
CPA Trendlines

Don't Lose Sight of the Goal
Dustin Hostetler explains why he universally recommends that his clients read The Goal.
Flowtivity

Get Ready for Change
Bill Sheridan encourages CPA firms to be ready for changes that are likely coming their way.
CPA Success

*To Avoid Paying Goodwill, Put It in Your Partnership Agreement
Firms without goodwill-based provisions in their partnership agreements may still be required to pay goodwill value to a departing partner.
The Marc Rosenberg Blog

Is a Merger the Shot in the Arm Your Firm Needs?
If your firm is suffering from certain symptoms, a merger may be the shot in the arm it needs.
RedZone, Play of the Month

*Forensic and Valuation Services on the Rise
A recent survey reveals the latest trends in this niche.
AICPA CPA Insider

Make the Most of Referrals
Jennifer Wilson and Krista Remer encourage CPA firms to tap referral sources as a simple but effective way to develop new business.
Public Practice