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stand out

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The Myth of Differentiation — How CPA Firms Can Stand Out in a Crowded Market

"What is your firm's special sauce?" Welcome to another edition of Growth with Toth, where we explore strategies for leadership, growth, and success...

PE History

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PE Investments Into Accounting Firms: Is History Repeating Itself?

Reprinted with permission from Accounting Today. In recent months, we have seen much written about the growing involvement of private equity firms in...

essential steps when making partner

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5 Essential Steps to Take After Making Partner at an Accounting Firm

Becoming a partner at an accounting firm isn't just a career milestone—it's a transformative leap that redefines your professional identity. While it...

Scott Allen

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Scott Allen Joins Winding River as Leadership Consultant

Firm Deepening Leadership Development with Expert on Executive Education CLEVELAND, OH (Sept. 19, 2024) – Winding River Consulting, LLC is proud to...

leader day 1

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Are You Ready for Day 1 as a Managing Partner or Major Leadership Role? Insights for Aspiring Leaders

We often joke at MPB | Leadership Accelerated that the next Managing Partner elected for your firm was the person who happened to be in the bathroom...

Teri Schaffer Joins WRC

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Teri Schaffer Joins Winding River as Leadership Consultant

Firm expanding leadership and professional development offerings CLEVELAND, OH (September 12, 2024) – Winding River Consulting, LLC is thrilled to...

Capacity Without People

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Building Firm Capacity Without People: Navigating the Talent Crisis in Accounting

The accounting industry is facing a profound challenge: a talent crisis that’s reshaping the landscape of firm operations and growth. Each year,...

Partner Criteria

5 min read

So, What Makes a Partner? Establishing Criteria for Partnership in an Accounting Firm

Over the years, I’ve consulted with numerous accounting firms, and a recurring theme is the lack of clear and transparent criteria for becoming a...

cover image - trusted advisor

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Is the 'Trusted Advisor' a Thing of the Past?

Reprinted with permission from Accounting Today When the CPA profession was born many years ago, we started as bookkeepers, tax preparers and...