Executive Articles

How to earn the trust and respect of your team (as a leader)

Leadership is about more than simply holding a title or position of power. Leaders who are at the top of their field in a modern organisation, such as an accounting practice, are expected to engage with their teams in a way that fosters trust and respect. While...

Supporting team members with mental health concerns: A leadership imperative

It’s a fast paced, unrelenting world and that means mental health issues need attention in the workplace. Employees across every industry are feeling the pressure—balancing workloads, personal lives, and an always-on culture that rarely lets up. For many, this...

Dealing with rejection in sales: Regain confidence and control

Sales rejection—two words that, when put together, can evoke a range of emotions from frustration to self-doubt. For accounting practice owners, it’s a familiar experience. The time spent crafting a compelling pitch, the energy poured into each client...

5 bad business leadership behaviours you need to avoid

Leadership can make or break an accounting company’s success. While strong leadership drives growth, innovation, and team satisfaction, poor leadership behaviours can have the opposite effect—creating chaos, confusion, and a toxic work environment. Whether...