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Retention is the foundation of growth. But how do you actually retain your best accounting employees? 🤔 ✔️ Make them feel heard and valued. ✔️ Small gestures go a long way - it's the little things that matter. ✔️ Make it about them, not you. ✔️ Keep their growth and aspirations on track. ✔️ A light-hearted and fun environment boosts morale. ✔️ Support a healthy work-life balance and allow remote work. ✔️ Align your actions with the company’s core values. Focusing on these principles can transform your retention strategy. Check out our latest employer guide here: https://lnkd.in/g9gcuzYx #accounting #culture

This article provides great perspective on the importance of prioritizing work-life balance for your accounting team.

🎉 Join the #RetentionRevolution! 🎉 Accounting isn’t just about numbers—it’s about people, culture and connection. With a declining workforce and fewer CPA candidates, it’s time to flip the script! Discover strategies to make your firm an irresistible place to work. From flexible work arrangements to mental health perks, we’re diving deep into what today’s professionals value most. 👉 Get inspired. #Accounting #EmployeeEngagement #WorkplaceCulture #HappyTeams

Accounting employers: Are you ready to help your employees reduce stress, increase their productivity, and improve their well-being while incorporating more of what they truly want into their lives? Are you one of the almost 9 in 10 accountants suffering from high stress due to working longer hours and the skills shortage? It's time to get the help you need to create an integrated work-life balance for your staff. Implement the Under Pressure: Stress Management and Productivity program in your firm. Schedule your complimentary clarity session today to learn more about how this program is helping accountants and other high-stress professionals enjoy their careers again: https://lnkd.in/gDY_9WnQ

Accounting employers:  Are you ready to help your employees reduce stress, increase their productivity, and improve their well-being while incorporating more of what they truly want into their lives? Are you one of the almost 9 in 10 accountants suffering from high stress due to working longer hours and the skills shortage? It's time to get the help you need to create an integrated work-life balance for your staff. Implement the Under Pressure: Stress Management and Productivity program in your firm. Schedule your complimentary clarity session today to learn more about how this program is helping accountants and other high-stress professionals enjoy their careers again: https://lnkd.in/g8HkNN6j

Staff shortages and employee burnout are becoming all too commonplace in the accounting industry. Get tips for how to prevent burnout among your staff with this insightful blog post from CPACharge. Ashton Barksdale

It's Not Necessary To Be Able To Read Tea Leaves To Create A Culture That Attracts, Retains, and Promotes Your People But it is necessary to read, study, listen, seek external advice, engage with folks who have a pulse on the market and then act accordingly. As an example, a recent WSJ report - as well as a recent CNBC article - showed that more than 300K accountants and auditors have left their jobs in the past two years Additionally, a recent survey of over 1200 current and former accounting professionals found that the top reasons for people leaving are... ❌Indadequate pay ❌Limited opportunities for growth ❌Long hours While I'm not trivializing the work that would need to go into changing the culture, growth path, pay, and work-life balance issues at any firm, when the masses continue to scream the same message of frustration, it's incumbent on leaders to assess what they can do to set their businesses up for success. Continuing to do business the same old way with the same old processes and the same old mindset will continue to get you the same old results If you're 100% pleased with your firm's results surrounding Talent Acquisition Talent Retention, and Talent Branding, then continue to grease those wheels and enjoy your success On the other hand, if you're at all struggling with how to... ✅Find those hidden pearls of talent ✅Hold onto the talent you currently have, and ✅Tell your story better in a market that is full of noise, Then let's talk about how we can help you and your firm better navigate the choppy waters you've been tossed around in the last few tax seasons and begin to get back to focusing on what you do best and what you're passionate about - solving complex accounting challenges for your clients. A link to the full CNBC article on the current state of the accounting profession can be found in the first link.

We often talk about the fact that accountants end up working for long hours. They have stressful jobs and the odd, long hours are one of the major contributors for many professionals steering away from the field altogether. While we do talk about it, not all of us understand what goes behind the office doors to contribute to the unpleasantness What is the reality? What are the factors that contribute to these long hours? How are the working professionals and the business leaders coping with this? What can be done to manage these hours? Read this blog to get an in-depth analysis on this crucial topic: https://zurl.co/vvcX #finsmartaccounting #accountingandaccountants #talentshortage #longworkhours #outsourcing

“Our staff problems and accounting firm culture are driven by a business model. An unhealthy culture is, first and foremost, a business model issue.” Your accounting firm’s culture is a direct result of your business model; make sure it’s intentional. Check out our newest blog by Darren Root & John Mitchell

Is it time to rethink work-life rhythms in the accounting industry? Wall Street is stepping up, capping work hours, and prioritizing wellness to prevent burnout. In my latest Accounting Today article, I outline ideas on how firms can shift away from the 70-hour work week and create a culture that values well-being without sacrificing performance. #Accounting #TalentCrisis #WorkplaceCulture #WorkLifeBalance #WhatsInsideCounts